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Morgan Properties Plans Two Office Buildings Adjacent to Conshohocken Headquarters
Morgan Properties plans to construct two more office buildings near its new Conshohocken headquarters, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Conshohocken Zoning Hearing Board approved zoning variances for the company earlier this week to build the two additions behind the existing Millennium office complex, where Morgan Properties relocated last year. The buildings…
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Bucks County Sees Population Growth. These Towns Are Leading the Charge
Bucks County added approximately 3,616 people between 2020 and 2024, marking what could become a rare population increase, according to U.S. Census Bureau estimates, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. The 0.6 percent increase occurred primarily in 29 Central and Upper Bucks townships and boroughs, with some seeing growth of nearly five…
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Lansdowne Theater Went Dark for 40 Years. Now It’s Back
The Lansdowne Theater was reborn on Friday evening when its doors opened to a sold-out audience. All 1,280 seats were sold for the performance of Chazz Palminteri’s “A Bronx Tale,” writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. “It’s a long time coming,” BRE Presents Vice President Richard Mancinelli said. “It’s amazing to see it…
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SAP Looks at Business Transformation and 5 Steps To Success
Business transformation is a vital aspect of an organization’s growth and development, but it can take many different forms depending on the company’s needs, according to an article by SAP in Forbes. Each transformation journey is unique yet still benefits from a structured approach, with common steps that guide companies toward successful outcomes. Using a…
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George K. Huber, Swarthmore Performing Arts Librarian, Remembered
George K. Huber, a retired performing arts librarian at Swarthmore College, spent 41 years of his life mentoring students, faculty and staff about library services as he grew the college’s music catalog and collections of videos, audio files, books, and scores. Mr. Huber, of Swarthmore, has died at age 85, writes Gary Miles for The…
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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Hosts September Events
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals are meeting on Zoom on Sept. 2, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. All are welcome to this free meeting. Register here. The September focus will be on The Power of Mentorship and Networking. The guest speaker is Calvin Purnell, Jr. , author, speaker and strategic thinking partner…
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Valley Forge Tourism Kicks off 11th Fall Freedom from Hunger Drive with Pottstown Kitchen Takeover
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board’s (VFTCB) 11th Annual Fall Freedom from Hunger Drive kicked off with a kitchen takeover at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Pottstown. VFTCB staff and Montgomery County Commissioners Jamila Winder and Tom DiBello served more than 60 people a meal, including food donated by HUNGRY Catering, and ice cream donated…
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This Wellness Retreat in Skippack is the Perfect Place to Relax and Unwind
Those looking for a soothing spa day spot can check out SALTability Retreat in Skippack, which offers a variety of services guaranteed to help you unwind, reports Bob Kelly for Fox 29. At this wellness retreat, clients can enjoy facials, massages, foot detox treatments and red light therapy. SALTability is best known for its calming…
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Brandywine Valley’s Food Forest Home Plenty of History, and Hopes for the Future
John W. Hershey created a diverse rural portrait in the Brandywine Valley, known for its regal landscapes and art history, still offers rich rewards today, writes J.F. Pirro for The Hunt. His vision focused on year-round farming and happy animals aimed at creating a self-sustaining population. A generation ago, he propagated the best nut trees…
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Actress Aubrey Plaza Wears T-Shirt Supporting Philadelphia’s Future WNBA Team
Actress Aubrey Plaza was recently in attendance at a WNBA game and the shirt she wore made Philadelphia and local women’s sports fans proud, writes Michaela Althouse for PhillyVoice. While sitting courtside Plaza wore a gray T-shirt with orange lettering that reads “Philly is a women’s sports town.” “Est. 2030” can also be seen on…
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Drexel Hill Chef Suing Guy Fieri Firms Over Franchise Contract
Drexel Hill chef Kevin Cooper is suing for money he believes he is owed after winning a Guy Fieri chicken franchise, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. Cooper competed in 2021 on the Food Network show, “Guy’s Chance of a Lifetime,” hosted by celebrity chef Guy Fieri. After completing franchise restaurant tasks over six episodes,…
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Super Wawas Getting Some Push Back Amidst Expansion
Here in Delaware County, Wawa still evokes positive feelings, but that’s not true everywhere, writes Bob Fernandez for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Robert Costello, the owner of Costello Asset Management, a close observer of local retail, said Wawa evokes personal feelings locally because it started here. “But Wawa is now approaching 1,000 stores, including 250 in…
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There’s a Golf Club in Delaware County That Won’t Hurt Your Wallet
Golfing is a great low-impact outdoor sport that sharpens your eye-hand coordination, but if you’re new to the game, you may not want to pay for expensive tee times. Fortunately, there’s one country club in Media that can offer you 18 holes with a tee time under $80, writes Laura Brzyski and Giana Longo for…
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For the 4th Year, Brandywine Alumni Society Sponsors ‘Dining Under the Stars’
The Brandywine Alumni Society will be a sponsor for “Dining Under the Stars” – a weekly outdoor dining event held on Wednesday evenings on State Street in Media throughout September, writes Christina Billie for Penn State Brandywine. As part of the Media community, the Brandywine Alumni Society is an event sponsor for the fourth consecutive…
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Weekend Wanderer: I Have an Extra Key
I have a problem. A secret problem. See, I have an extra key on my key ring. I can hear you out there, you know. Asking what the big deal is about an extra key. First, I think we’re well established here. We all know I do not have superfluous keys on my key ring.…
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SEPTA Funding Debate Divides Philadelphia Region and Rest of Pennsylvania
With major SEPTA service cuts approaching as Pennsylvania’s state budget enters its eighth week overdue, it has become clear that the battle is being waged between the Philadelphia region and the rest of the state, writes Gillian McGoldrick for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In his speech last week, Republican Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman, of Indiana…
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Parent Company of King of Prussia-Based CSL Behring to Eliminate 3,000 Jobs Globally
CSL, the Australian biotechnology company behind CSL Behring in King of Prussia, plans to cut up to 15 percent of its global workforce, or about 3,000 jobs worldwide, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The cost-cutting initiative is part of a broader strategy that includes spinning off its vaccine business. It is still…
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Abrams Realty Updates Exton Square Mall Redevelopment Plan
Abrams Realty & Development has updated its Exton Square Mall redevelopment plan to include more open space as well as a central main street, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The developer spent the past month reevaluating its plans after receiving feedback from West Whiteland Township during a July planning commission meeting, which…
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