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Furlong Stone Farmhouse Blends Historic Charm with Expansive Property
A charming 18th-century stone farmhouse elegantly combines family-friendly comfort with a deep sense of heritage, set amid the lush greenery in Furlong, writes Vasila Khurshid for The Amazing Mom Life. The home is nestled on a sprawling, secluded property that offers a rare sense of privacy and serenity. It features an inviting in-ground pool and…
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Why Did Jordan Brand Choose Philadelphia for First World of Flight Store in the U.S.?
Earlier this month, Philadelphia joined Beijing, Milan, Seoul, and Tokyo as the only cities with a Jordan Brand World of Flight location, writes Ian Servantes for WWD. Each of the global cities are among the most shoppable in the world, and Jordan Brand is speaking out on why it chose Philadelphia as the first U.S.…
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$13.5M Bids Accepted for Crozer-Chester, Springfield Hospitals
There are two hospital buyers for the closed Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Springfield Hospital, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Following a Friday bankruptcy auction, Prospect Medical Holdings has agreed to sell the two hospital properties for $13 million, according to Prospect attorneys. Chariot Allaire Partners successfully bid $10 million for the Crozer-Chester…
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Granite Run Promenade in Media Active with Health Centers, Food Hall
New luxury apartments being built at the Promenade at Granite Run in Media will also have two health centers opening in the next few months on the ground-floor retail space there, writes Lisa Dukart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. HiLo House and SweatHouz will open near each other at 1127 W. Baltimore Pike, in the apartment…
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Ride the Cyclone Musical Gets Delco Debut at Barnstormers
Barnstormers Theater director Andrew John Mitchell thinks a lot of folks in Delaware County are going to like the theater’s upcoming production of Ride the Cyclone, a cult-favorite musical that’s especially popular with Gen Z. “So we did Cyclone at my theater last year. And I love the show and immediately thought of the Barn…
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First Bank House of the Week: Charming Brick Colonial in Concordville
A charming brick colonial home at 12 Cherry Farm Lane, on lovely 0.33 acres with four bedrooms and three full and two half bathrooms, is available for sale in Concordville. This attractive residence exudes warmth and sophistication with a thoughtfully designed layout ideal for modern living. Refined details include wainscoting, plantation shutters, tray ceilings with…
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Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania Honors Service and History with Trains & Troops Weekend and 1940s Swing Dance
The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania will once again celebrate American history, service, and song during its 25th annual Trains & Troops weekend, set for Saturday, Nov. 1, and Sunday, Nov. 2. The event will take place at the Museum (300 Gap Road, PA Route 741, Strasburg, Lancaster County). This year’s milestone event honors U.S. military…
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Plan for Major Data Center at Former Pennhurst Site Faces Resident Opposition
A plan to redevelop the former Pennhurst State School and Hospital site in East Vincent Township into a large-scale data center is meeting resistance from nearby residents, writes Frank Kummer for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Megan Heiken, who recently purchased a home near the site, recently launched an online petition, urging her neighbors and local officials…
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Horsham’s Bimbo Bakeries Marks 10 Years of Racing for Good
Horsham’s Bimbo Bakeries marked a milestone this fall with the 10th edition of the Bimbo Global Race, the world’s largest race for a cause, the company announced in a press release. This year’s event united more than 165,000 runners across 28 cities and 22 countries, all racing under the motto “The Good We Share.” Their…
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Mayor Cherelle Parker Signs Sweeping Amendment to Philadelphia’s ‘Ban the Box’ Law
Earlier this month, Mayor Cherelle Parker has signed a major amendment to Philadelphia Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards, also known as the “ban the box” law, writes Alonzo Martinez for Forbes. The updated rules take effect on Jan. 6, 2026. The amendment further limits how employers can evaluate a person’s criminal history when making hiring…
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This Bucks County Town Is Greater Philadelphia’s Hottest Housing Market
In the second quarter of 2025, homes sold faster in Levittown than anywhere in Greater Philadelphia, making the blue-collar town the hottest housing market in the region, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. In Bucks County, during the three months ending June 30, properties sold faster in more affordable suburbs than in affluent…
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Closed Door Plans for a Charter School Preceded Valley Forge Military Academy Closing
Even as Valley Forge Military Academy struggled toward closure, another plan was quietly in the works at the Wayne campus to open a First Responders charter school there, writes Max Marin and Ryan W. Briggs for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Valley Forge Public Service Academy Charter School proposes to open next fall. This past September,…
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These Delaware County ZIP Codes Saw the Fastest Selling Homes in the Second Quarter
Four Delaware County ZIP Codes saw homes selling in 55 days or less during the second quarter in the Greater Philadelphia Area, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Business Journal conducted a second-quarter analysis of the country’s hottest housing markets by ZIP Code, based on quarterly listing and sales data from Intercontinental…
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Chichester’s Bill Roth Brings Sixers Mascot Hip Hop Out of Retirement
Bill Roth of Chichester is coming out of retirement to once again perform as the Philadelphia 76ers rabbit mascot, Hip Hop, reports Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. The mascot will return Nov. 8 as part of the Sixers’ 25th anniversary celebration of their 2001 NBA Finals run. “There’s always been that little piece that’s…
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La Padella Offers a Taste of Italy on State Street in Media
La Padella at 100 State Road in Media received praise from PhillyBite Magazine for its Italian cuisine, describing it as a “best culinary destination for lovers of classic Italian cuisine.” “Recently launched, this inviting restaurant promises to transport diners straight to Italy with a menu rich in traditional dishes, complemented by a full-service bar featuring…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Raises More Than $6,000 for the Alzheimer’s Association
Freedom Village at Brandywine, a premier Life Plan Community, raised over $6,000 in September to support the Alzheimer’s Association. The community’s month-long fundraising efforts culminated in its annual on-campus Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Friday, October 3. Throughout September, residents and staff came together to host a variety of creative fundraisers, including a donut sale,…
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Eagles Couple Balances Demanding Football Season By Sharing Hilarious West Chester Home Renovations
Philadelphia Eagles couple Landon and Brooke Dickerson manage more than just a demanding schedule during the football season, writes Tabitha Parent for People. The couple has gone viral for their Instagram account where they share the process of renovating their West Chester home. At @dickerson_diys, viewers can get a glimpse of the duo’s life off…
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Merck Finalizes $10 Billion Acquisition, Expands COPD Treatment Portfolio
Pharmaceutical giant Merck, which maintains major operations in Montgomery County, has completed its $10 billion acquisition of Verona Pharma, writes the New Jersey Business and Industry Association. The acquisition strengthens its cardio-pulmonary treatment lineup with the addition of Ohtuvayre, a breakthrough therapy for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Verona Pharma now operates as a wholly…
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