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Ali Barkley, Younger Brother to Saquon Barkley, Joins WCU Football for Victorious Season Opener
West Chester University football fans will recognize a familiar last name with the addition of Ali Barkley to the team, writes Wakisha Bailey for CBS News. Ali, younger brother to Philadelphia Eagles star Saquon Barkley, plays as running back for the 2025-2026 season. Barkley shared that the duo always played football throughout their childhood, and…
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Kathy Romano, Who Grew Up in Bucks County, Starts New Morning Show
Kathy Romano, who grew up in Bucks County, has joined B101 as its new morning show host four months after being laid off as co-host of WMMR’s top-rated Preston & Steve show, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Kathy Romano Show will premiere on Sept. 23, airing weekdays on Audacy-owned B101 from…
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New Ballers in Fishtown is Sprawling Social Sports Club With Modern Sports Bar and Restaurant
The new Ballers venue in Fishtown, that opened its doors this week, is a sprawling social sports club with a modern sports bar and restaurant, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “We’re trying not to be just a sports center,” said David Gutstadt, who developed the concept with his wife, Amanda Potter. The pair…
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Media Man With Pop Up Moe’s Tavern Ordered to Pay $1.2 million
A Media man who created pop-up events modeled on Moe’s Tavern from “The Simpsons” has been ordered by a U.S. District Judge to pay $1.2 million to 20th Century Fox Corp. Joseph McCullough of Media was a defendant in the case along with Samantha Shutter and JMC Pop Ups LLC, writes Alex Rose for the…
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Equus Capital Partners in Newtown Square Buys Maryland Warehouses
Equus Capital Partners, developers of the Ellis Preserve in Newtown Square, has bought a warehouse portfolio in a Maryland industrial park for $102.6 million, writes Dan Brendel for the Washington Business Journal, as printed in the Philadelphia Business Journal. Newtown Square-based Equus bought six warehouses totaling 578,000 square feet in Upper Marlboro from Mapletree Investments,…
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Haverford, Marple Townships Double Up on E-Scooter Restrictions
Haverford Township is beginning the warning period phase this week of a new ordinance requiring kids 16 and under on e-scooters and e-bikes to wear helmets, reports the 6abc digital staff. From now until the new year, parents will be given a warning if children are caught on e-scooters or e-bikes without a helmet. It also…
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Knicks Stars Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart Return to Their Villanova Roots
It was an all-star lineup Wednesday night in Finneran Pavilion at Villanova University for a live taping of the Roommates Show podcast by Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart. Joining the former Villanova turned Knicks basketball stars were Maddy Siegrist, Jay Wright, and Jason Kelce, writes Owen Hewitt for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Roommates Show launched…
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TLC: The Role of Arts in Emotional and Cognitive Development
A stunning painting of the Grand Canyon. That catchy tune you can’t get out of your head. The meal at your favorite restaurant that looks and smells so incredible that your mouth waters just thinking about it. What is it about art that has such a powerful effect on us? Research shows that engaging in…
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Chester County Community Foundation Hosts Board of Directors Institute for Nonprofits
Attendees gained practical skills, networked, and left with actionable plans. Open networking and resource tables enabled attendees to connect and build relationships. Table discussions fostered collaboration, and everyone enjoyed food and refreshments. Zebulun Davenport, Ed.D., gave opening remarks about an ideal Board of Directors. Robbe Healey, MBA, NHA, ACFRE, FAFP, then delivered an inspiring keynote…
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Popular Chain, PopUp Bagels Spreads to Ardmore’s Suburban Square
Connecticut chain, PopUp Bagels will soon open its doors in Ardmore’s Suburban Square, writes Michael Klein for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The popular breakfast spot will take over the space formerly occupied Juice Press beside Dry Bar and Soul Cycle. The brand has become a sensation since its 2021 launch, known for its “Grip, Rip and…
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Joey Merlino on His Cheesesteak Venture and Why Every Mafia Movie Missed Mark
Joey Merlino, who spent much of his life in and out of prison and survived multiple assassination attempts, is now focusing on his latest venture, a cheesesteak shop called Skinny Joey’s, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. The line to this new addition to Philadelphia’s cheesesteak scene sometimes stretches for two hours, but Merlino insists…
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New Hope Resident Bradley Cooper Seen Supporting the Eagles in New York
New Hope resident Bradley Cooper was recently spotted in New York with his girlfriend, Gigi Hadid, on their way to an event celebrating Kendall Jenner, writes Alessia Amorosini for Vanity Fair. What caught the public’s attention was Cooper’s phone in his left hand, playing the recent Eagles vs. Kansas City Chiefs game. It’s no…
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‘Task’ Earns Glowing Reviews, Praise for Creator Brad Ingelsby
The new HBO crime series ‘Task,” starring Mark Ruffalo with its Delco focus, is even better than the Emmy-winning “Mare of Easttown,” writes Greg MacArthur for Screen Rant. Both series were created by Brad Ingelsby, an Archbishop Carroll High School and Villanova University graduate. Ruffalo is FBI field agent Tom, stricken by a personal tragedy. …
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See Which Delaware County Public High Schools Cracked the Top 10
Three Delaware County public high schools ranked in the top 10 out of 100 public high schools for the Philadelphia region in 2024. Radnor High School came in 4th out of 100, writes Hillary O’Connor for Philadelphia Magazine. Its 1,175 students experience a 12 to 1 student-teacher ratio, with a 73 percent proficiency in math,…
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There’s a Secret British Pub in This Media Lawyer’s Office
Adam Barrist is a personal injury lawyer in Media who decided it was time to add a British speakeasy, the Barrister, to his law firm, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “I‘ve always felt like there’s nothing that can’t be cured over a cocktail with somebody,” he said. This actually happened when a Chicago…
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Weekend Wanderer: A Like Mind in an Odd Place
In one month, my parental caregiving enters its 10th year. Being uncomfortably sandwiched between kids and parents, I’ve been in a doctor’s office once or twice. A month. For a decade. I’ve also dealt with lawyers, Veterans Affairs, care home staff, banks, and likely more people I’m missing but who should not be sorry I’m…
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Massive N.C. Wyeth Painting Finds New Home with Grandson Jamie Wyeth
A massive N.C. Wyeth painting is staying in the family thanks to a recent display by Jamie Wyeth, reports Tim Furlong for NBC10 Philadelphia. Jamie Wyeth, son of Andrew Wyeth, recently acquired a sixty-foot wide and nineteen-foot tall mural by his grandfather, famed painter N.C. Wyeth. The mural now hangs at a newly-constructed barn at…
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Wharton School Receives Largest Gift in History, Will Establish First New Degree Program in 50 Years
The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania has received a $60 million gift from alumnus Bruce I. Jacobs, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. This marks the largest donation the Wharton School has ever been gifted in its 144-year history. With it, the school plans to establish the new Master of Science…
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