Retail
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40 More Wawa Stores Planned for Central Pennsylvania
Wawa continues to leave its Delaware County nest as it takes up more territory in the rest of Pennsylvania. Wawa’s central Pennsylvania expansion, with 40 more stores planned there by 2029, is part of a strategy to extend Wawa’s footprint further into the state, even as it expands nationally, writes Gianna for 94.5PST. The first…
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Shoppers Turn Out in Media Borough for Small Business Saturday
It was busy in Media Borough the Saturday after Thanksgiving as shoppers rushed out to support local businesses. Small Business Saturday was started by American Express in 2010 to drive consumers to small and local businesses after Black Friday, reports Beccah Hendrickson for 6abc. Drew Arata, owner of Earth and State in Media Borough, couldn’t…
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Wawa Pennsylvania’s Largest Private Company, Beating Sheetz
Wawa remains Pennsylvania’s largest private company, outdoing convenience store competitor Sheetz by $5 billion in revenue last year, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. The Delaware County company placed 22nd on Forbes’ list of America’s largest private companies in 2024, generating $18.84 billion in revenue. Sheetz placed No. 30 on the list, with an…
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Trader Joe’s-Anchored Shoppes at English Village in North Wales Changes Hands
CBRE announced the sale of The Shoppes at English Village, a prominent 103,325-square-foot, Trader Joe’s-anchored shopping center in North Wales, reports Linda Lindner for ROI-NJ. Global investment management firm Nuveen Real Estate acquired the property from MetLife Investment Management. The retail center is located in Montgomery County and is leased to high-profile tenants like LensCrafters,…
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Some Vintage IKEA Furniture With Resale Stickers that will Shock
Typically, heirloom furniture refers to decades-old antiques, but some vintage IKEA furniture proves to be just as valuable, writes Dawn Allcot for MSN. For instance, the VILBERT Chair (1994), designed by Danish icon Verner Panton, was a limited release with only 4,000 units made. Today, this colorful and modern piece is highly collectible, selling for…
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West Chester-based QVC to Lead Parent Company’s Push into Social Media Shopping
Qurate Retail Group, the parent company of West Chester-based QVC, is planning a push into streaming and social media shopping, with QVC leading the charge, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Qurate is also planning on changing its name to QVC Group at the start of next year. Customers of QVC and its sister…
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Wawa’s Success Comes From Its View as a Community Resource
Wawa has been slowly evolving over its 60 years from its origins as a dairy farm outlet, changing as the community’s needs changed, writes Greg Petro for Forbes. The company and its front-line workers maintained a hometown vibe, generating fiercely loyal customers. In the 1970s, when 24-hour diners began to disappear, Wawa extended its hours…
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King of Prussia Mall Ranked as Top Mall in Nation for Holiday Shopping
If you’re looking to get a jump on holiday shopping, head out to King of Prussia. The King of Prussia Mall has recently been ranked as the top destination for holiday shopping this festive season, writes Jessica MacAulay for CBS News Philadelphia. A new study conducted by Priority Software, a Cloud ERP provider, ranked the…
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Here Are Some of the Best Spots When Visiting Media Borough
There’s always more to discover along the streets of Media’s historic downtown, writes Melody Stout for PhiladelphiaStyle, who offers a guide to the Media’s best. Where to Eat? Azie’s has a decadent selection of Asian cuisine, premium sake and a seasonal cocktail list. La Belle Epoque is an authentic French restaurant with an award-winning menu.…
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After 40 Years, Dominic’s Shoe Repair in Bensalem Faces Uncertain Future
Dominic’s Shoe Repair, a fixture in Bensalem for nearly 40 years, now faces an uncertain future, writes JD Mullane for Bucks County Courier Times. Dominic Mormando, 83, who has spent more than half a century perfecting his craft as one of Bucks County’s last old-time shoemakers, may have to close his beloved shop due to…
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World Market Opens Location in Downingtown with Rave Reviews
World Market opened in Downingtown on Oct. 23, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. Located at Brandywine Square at 1050 E. Lancaster Ave., the store sells furniture, home decor, jewelry, gift items, and houseware from across the world. The market also serves food and beverages, which are imported from 50 countries. The building…
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Giant to Close Center City Heirloom Market Store in December After 3 Years
Giant has announced that it will close its Heirloom Market store in Center City by the end of the year, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. The closure will come just over 3 years after it opened, citing poor performance and other problems at the location. “This is simply a business decision, only made after a…
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Wawa Sponsoring the DGM Racing Team at Daytona Speedway
Wawa Inc. will sponsor the NASCAR Xfinity Series race and DGM Racing as NASCAR returns to Daytona International Speedway, writes the staff for Speedway Digest. Wawa is expanding its presence in Daytona, partnering with the Florida-based team, DGM Racing, which has had 45 starts at the Speedway in the last decade. “Being a family and…
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Popular, But Closed, Alabama Farm Market Torn Down for a Wawa
The Burris Farm Market, a green and white Alabama farmhouse popular with travelers leaving Interstate 10 for Alabama and Florida beaches, has been replaced with a Wawa, writes Lauren Walck for NOLA.com. The market, identified by its giant inflatable fruit, had been there since 1986. It had fresh produce for sale, while a bakery and…
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New Tenants and Planned Condos Come to Wayne’s Downtown
Downtown Wayne is bustling as Lancaster Avenue storefronts fill up with new tenants, and luxury condos get built, writes Caroline O’Halloran for Savvy Main Line. Burton’s Grill & Bar is moving into a long-empty Chili’s building at 312 W. Lancaster Ave. and should open in early 2025. Ballard Designs, a home décor and furniture store,…
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Trader Joe’s to Open New King of Prussia Location By Year’s End
Trader Joe’s is planning to open the doors on its new King of Prussia location by the end of the year, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. The store will be located at 224 W. DeKalb Pike, in the old Bed Bath and Beyond building. The exact opening date is yet to be determined. This will…
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Wawa Closes Its First Drive-Thru in Falls Township
The first Wawa drive-thru closed location earlier this week, writes Graysen Golter for The Morning Call. The site opened three years ago at West Trenton Avenue and Pine Grove Road in Falls Township, next to an existing Wawa store. It was introduced during the pandemic as the Delaware County-based company’s new concept. Wawa’s other drive-thru…
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Largest Auction of Unclaimed Property in History of Pennsylvania Treasury Starts This Week
The largest auction of unclaimed property ever held by the Pennsylvania Treasury kicks off this Wednesday, with roughly 5,700 items hitting the auction block online, write Heather Grubola and Nydia Han for 6abc. The auction will last through Friday. Items being offered include everything from coins to collectibles and jewelry. “One of my favorite items…
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