• Royal Oak Realty Trust Picks Up $29M Industrial Site in Upper Providence

    Royal Oak Realty Trust Picks Up $29M Industrial Site in Upper Providence

    Royal Oak Realty Trust recently purchased a two-building complex in Upper Providence Township for $29.25 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The 14-acre property at 500 Prosperity Drive sits along the Schuylkill River, directly across from Phoenixville, and remains fully leased to longtime tenant Global Packaging Inc. The site has been a…

  • Rocco’s Owner to Open Restaurant at Former Sycamore Grill in Newtown

    Rocco’s Owner to Open Restaurant at Former Sycamore Grill in Newtown

    Marc Gelman, the restaurateur behind the recently closed Rocco’s at The Brick, has teamed up with Chef Joe Brown on Mélange, a new upscale dining experience set to open at the former Sycamore Grill spot in Newtown, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. The pair had already begun renovating the new space…

  • Rugby Coach Behind Eagles’ Tush Push Talks Controversial Play and Who Outed Him

    Rugby Coach Behind Eagles’ Tush Push Talks Controversial Play and Who Outed Him

    The Philadelphia Eagles have become synonymous for the tush push over the past several seasons, and the play’s addition to the team’s offensive playbook can be credited to Richie Gray, according to a recent Sports in America podcast episode for WHYY. The internationally known former rugby coach from Scotland stayed up late on the night…

  • Some of Philadelphia’s Trash Goes to Chester. That Could Be Ending

    Some of Philadelphia’s Trash Goes to Chester. That Could Be Ending

    Philadelphia’s solid waste and recycling contracts are ending in June 2026. One of those contracts allows its trash to be burned at the Reworld (formerly Covanta) waste-to-energy facility in Chester. Now, Philadelphia Councilmember Jamie Gauthier has introduced a bill, The Stop Trashing Our Air Act, that would ban the city from incinerating any of its…

  • At 14, Drew Yantosh Is Ready for Some Philly Sports Talk

    At 14, Drew Yantosh Is Ready for Some Philly Sports Talk

    Drew Yantosh is happy to talk to you about Philadelphia sports, about his favorite teams and his favorite leagues, writes Dave Uram for KYW Newsradio. In fact, the 14-year-old high school freshman is ready to embark on a career talking about sports. A natural behind the mic, the confident and knowledgeable teen already produces a…

  • Program Lets High Schoolers Launch Teaching Careers Early

    Program Lets High Schoolers Launch Teaching Careers Early

    Delaware County is expanding a free program that helps high school students work toward teaching careers, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. The students can earn up to 38 college credits toward a teaching degree while they are still in high school. The Future Educators Certificate of Competency Dual Enrollment Program is offered at…

  • Know a Rising Star in Chester County? Nominate Them for the 2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars

    Know a Rising Star in Chester County? Nominate Them for the 2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars

    Every year, Chester County introduces a new class of rising leaders whose vision and drive make the region stronger. Now, with nominations open for the 2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars, it’s time to celebrate the young adults whose impact deserves recognition. Whether they’re leading in business, volunteering in the community, studying hard, or just quietly reshaping…

  • Gov. Shapiro Unveils $220 Million for SEPTA During Frazer Shop and Rail Yard Visit

    Gov. Shapiro Unveils $220 Million for SEPTA During Frazer Shop and Rail Yard Visit

    While visiting the Frazer Shop and Rail Yard in Chester County, Gov. Josh Shapiro has unveiled an additional $220 million in state funding for SEPTA, writes Thomas Fitzgerald for The Philadelphia Inquirer.  With this additional funding, the transit agency, that is currently tackling repairs to fire-prone Silverliner IV Regional Rail cars and a damaged overhead power system in the trolley tunnel leading to commuter delays, should be able to return…

  • Plymouth Meeting DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Closed Last Week

    Plymouth Meeting DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Closed Last Week

    The DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia West, owned by Kingsbury Hospitality REIT, permanently closed its doors in Plymouth Meeting last week, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 253-key hotel that was built in 1987 on 7.9 acres, was acquired by its current owner for $22.3 million in April 2022. North Carolina-based…

  • WSJ: Philadelphia-Based Paint Maker Merges With Amsterdam Paint Maker to Create Global Giant

    WSJ: Philadelphia-Based Paint Maker Merges With Amsterdam Paint Maker to Create Global Giant

    Philadelphia-based Axalta Coating Systems has agreed to an all-stock merger with Amsterdam’s AkzoNobel, forming a trans-Atlantic paint company valued at about $17 billion, writes Adrià Calatayud for The Wall Street Journal. The two paint makers that were founded in the 18th and 19th centuries respectively, first explored a potential merger in 2017, though the deal…

  • Stunning Glass Barn in New Hope Is on the Market for $6.25M

    Stunning Glass Barn in New Hope Is on the Market for $6.25M

    The Glass Barn stands as an architectural masterpiece in New Hope, defined by design that emphasizes open space and the natural scenery around it, writes Giselle DaMier for Jersey Digs. The five-bedroom, three-and-a-half bathroom home, listed at $6,250,000, first appeared in Architectural Record in 1988 and was given a full renovation in 2020. Its standout…

  • Habitat MontDelco Is Opening the Door to Homeownership for Families Priced Out of the Market

    Habitat MontDelco Is Opening the Door to Homeownership for Families Priced Out of the Market

    If you’re dreaming of owning a home but feel priced out of the market, Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery and Delaware Counties (Habitat MontDelco) offers a life-changing opportunity. Our Home Purchase Program is designed to make homeownership attainable for families with limited income, while also strengthening local communities. What Is the Habitat MontDelco Home Purchase…

  • Advocates Think Don Guanella School Site Could Ease Stray Animal Problem

    Advocates Think Don Guanella School Site Could Ease Stray Animal Problem

    Lisa Small of Delco Loves Animals thinks one of the nine buildings at the Don Guanella property in Marple would be an excellent location for a cat sanctuary to address a growing stray animal problem, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. The 213-acre Don Guanella property is the future site of Delco Woods,…

  • American Airlines Gearing Up for 2026 Influx of Visitors to Region

    American Airlines Gearing Up for 2026 Influx of Visitors to Region

    American Airlines is preparing for its annual May-through-September surge at Philadelphia International Airport, made more hectic in 2026 because of several local events taking place, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. American is prepared for the expected flood of visitors, said Lakshman Amaranayaka, American’s vice president for its Philadelphia International Airport hub. “It will…

  • Haverford High’s Liam Taylor Breaks Rushing Record in Last Game

    Haverford High’s Liam Taylor Breaks Rushing Record in Last Game

    Liam Taylor is leaving a football career behind on an unforgettable high note, writes Joseph Santoliquito for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Taylor played his last football game on Thanksgiving Day for the Haverford High Fords against Upper Darby, where he broke the all-time Delaware County rushing record. The 5-foot-10, 190-pound senior tailback finished with 130 yards…

  • Loomis Elementary Students in Broomall Surpass Pajama Collection Goal

    Loomis Elementary Students in Broomall Surpass Pajama Collection Goal

    The Thanksgiving holiday at Loomis Elementary School in Broomall kicked off with a pajama drive reveal from a banana ball celebrity, reports Jenn Frederick for Fox 29. The elementary school conducted its 18th annual Pajama Drive, collecting new pajamas, books, and money for the National Pajama Program. The program collects pajamas from schools and agencies…

  • Hank’s Place in Chadds Ford Better Than Ever After 4th Rebuild

    Hank’s Place in Chadds Ford Better Than Ever After 4th Rebuild

    After four years, Hank’s Place co-owners Anthony and Katie Young can finally sit again at their lunch counter in Chadds Ford, writes Roger Morris for The Hunt. “This is the fourth rebuild,” said Anthony Young, “And it’s the last one.” The rebuild includes many floodproof features added after Brandywine Creek floodwaters pounded the building in…

  • Freedom Village Manager LCS Tops Senior Living Satisfaction Study

    Freedom Village Manager LCS Tops Senior Living Satisfaction Study

    J.D. Power announced the results of its 2025 U.S. Senior Living Satisfaction Study, and Freedom Village at Brandywine’s management company, LCS, has been recognized for the seventh consecutive year as No. 1 in Resident Satisfaction among Independent Senior Living Communities. The J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Senior Living Satisfaction Study recognized LCS for excellence in Independent Living,…