Retail
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Havertown’s Pop Fit Studio Bringing Newest Sensation in World of Fitness to Delco
The bungee cord workout, the newest fitness sensation from Bangkok, is coming to Havertown, writes Mary Clare Fischer for Philadelphia magazine. Pop Fit owner Christine DeFilippis flew the instructor in from Stories to Tales Theatre in Thailand to train her crew in the class. Before the class starts, participants have to put on neoprene shorts…
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Tax on Internet Sales Creates Unexpected Windfall for Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania’s tax on online sales is generating more revenue than expected, thanks to a U.S. Supreme Court ruling, writes Laura McCrystal for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Initial estimates from Pennsylvania’s Department of Revenue suggested that online retail would yield $50.5 million in tax revenue for the current fiscal year. However, the state had already raised $151.4…
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Retired Marine Saves Iconic Comic Book Store in Ridley
John Daly Jr. is giving new life to Comic Universe on MacDade Boulevard in the Folsom section of Ridley, as the retired U.S. Marine has stepped in to take ownership of the store on May 1, writes Alex Rose for the Delaware County News Network. “I never would have seen myself owning a comic book…
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One of America’s First Health Food Stores, Martindale’s Natural Market in Springfield Turns 150
Considered one of the first health food stores in the nation, Martindale’s Natural Market in Springfield is celebrating its longevity with a month’s worth of customer-centric activities, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Delaware County News Network. The events culminate with Customer Appreciation Day on May 4 that will include a limited amount of free t-shirts…
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Wawa Growing Southerly as Florida to Overtake New Jersey as State with Most Stores
Wawa is planning to direct its growth more southerly, with the number of stores in Florida expected to surpass the numbers in New Jersey and Pennsylvania by the end of 2021, writes Galen Moore for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Currently, Wawa operates 840 stores across six states and Washington, D.C. The most are in New…
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Wawa Wins Bids for Liquor Licenses in Middletown Township, Philadelphia County
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board posted the results of its March auction for 25 new liquor licenses, with Wawa winning bids on two of them, writes Adam Hermann for PhillyVoice. The Delco-based chain of convenience stores bid $186,357 for a liquor license in Philadelphia County and $160,357 for one in Middletown Township. Wawa does not…
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A Day in the Life of Rosati Ice CEO Rich Trotter
Rich Trotter, CEO of Clifton Heights-based Rosati Ice, tries to keep his day balanced with sleep, work, exercise, and downtime, writes Kenneth Hilario for the Philadelphia Business Journal. He usually wakes up between 5 and 5:30 AM, except on Friday mornings, when he gets up at 3:30 AM for church. He begins the day with…
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Lidl Asks State for $1 Million for Its Grocery Store in Ridley Township
Lidl, the German supermarket chain, is asking Pennsylvania for $9.5 million in redevelopment grants for six of its stores, one of which is located in Ridley Township, writes Jacob Adelman for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Lidl U.S. has applied for funding from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program, which supports redevelopment projects that have potential for big…
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Swiss Farms Eliminates the Hassles of Grocery Shopping
Swiss Farms, the Broomall-based chain of drive-through convenience stores, has taken away the hassles that often accompany grocery shopping, writes Beth Price-Williams for Only In Your State. Swiss Farms has several locations throughout Delco and saves customers from having to deal with packed stores, maneuvering around crowds with a cart, standing in long lines, and…
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New Super Wawa Set to Open in Northeast Philadelphia
The new 5,500-square-foot Super Wawa at the Shoppes at Wissinoming in Northeast Philadelphia is ready to open its doors to eager customers on Thursday, writes Natalie Kostelni for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The region’s favorite convenience store joins the ShopRite at the new $29 million shopping center that covers 110,000 square feet. The shopping center…
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Aston’s 2SP Brewing Part of Newly Launched Coalition Aimed at Protecting Delaware River Watershed
The National Audubon Society and Audubon Pennsylvania have launched the Brewers for the Delaware River Association. This coalition of craft brewers in the Delaware River Watershed, which includes 2SP Brewing Company in Aston, united to promote the protection of the watershed as a reliable, clean water source that benefits the people, birds, and communities of…
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Wawa Selects Local Marketing Agency to Manage Its Sports Partnerships
Wawa has chosen Wayne-based POV Sports Marketing to manage its current sports partnerships and provide strategic counsel for future brand associations, writes Greg Lindenberg for Convenience Store Products magazine. Among Wawa’s current sports team and league relationships are the NHL’s New Jersey Devils and NFL’s Philadelphia Eagles. POV was founded by Molly Arbogast and works…
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Mom-and-Pop Mart in Newtown Square Not Bowing Down to New Whole Foods
Luigi & Giovanni’s, the mom-and-pop mart in Newtown Square, does not plan to bow down to the new Whole Foods Market that recently opened nearby, writes Maria Panaritis for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The market has been there since 1978, when it was bought by John D’Alessandro, also known as Giovanni, and his butcher and business…
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After Much Delay, Whole Foods Market Opens in Newtown Square
After first signing a lease at Ellis Preserve in 2015 and being delayed once Amazon bought the company, Whole Foods Market in Newtown Square opened its doors to the public last Friday. “We are thrilled to join the Newtown Square community with the opening of our new Whole Foods Market,” said John Frei, Store Team…
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Here’s Why Wawa Is Renewing Its Focus on Philadelphia
Its 12,000-square-foot store that recently opened in Old City demonstrates how Wawa is renewing its focus on the city, say Annette John-Hall and Shalben Yaacov on a WHYY podcast. Wawa is renowned for its sandwiches and coffee, but the two biggest money-makers are cigarettes and gas. This is why, for decades, the company has been…
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Aldan Woman Hopes to Build French Toast Empire
Aldan resident Charisse McGill aims to create a snack-food empire centered around French toast bites, writes Allison Steele for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Until recently, McGill worked as the full-time director of special events for Valley Forge Military Academy and College. She’s now betting on her business, Lokal Artisan Foods, that she started earlier this year.…
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Thanks to Wawa’s Increase in Share Price, a Number of Employees Retire as Millionaires
Wawa’s status as being privately owned ensures that the numbers behind its success are not readily accessible by the public. However, a few fun facts explain how the Delco-based chain of convenience stores remains one of the most successful in the region, writes Danya Henninger for Billy Penn. Wawa generated $10 billion in revenue last…
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New Whole Foods Market in Newtown Square Is ‘Something Truly Special’
Whole Foods Market will open its new 51,000-square-foot store in Newtown Square on West Chester Pike at 9 AM on Friday, Jan. 18. Opening day celebrations will include complimentary coffee from local partner One Village and breakfast pastries. The first 200 customers through the doors will receive a Whole Foods Market gift card with a…
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