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West Chester-based QVC to Lead Parent Company’s Push into Social Media Shopping
Qurate Retail Group, the parent company of West Chester-based QVC, is planning a push into streaming and social media shopping, with QVC leading the charge, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Qurate is also planning on changing its name to QVC Group at the start of next year. Customers of QVC and its sister…
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‘We Weren’t Able to Continue’: Dockside Bensalem Closes Without Warning
Dockside Bensalem, owned by veteran restaurateur Matt Rossi, closed without warning over the weekend, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “I think the easiest answer is just … financially we weren’t able to continue,” said Rossi. “It’s as simple and cut and dried as that.” Rossi opened Dockside in April of last year at…
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Putting a Stop in Media to Pennsylvania’s Most Dangerous Animal
In Pennsylvania, this animal is more dangerous than mountain lions, bears and bobcats, and Natural Lands in Media thinks it can control it locally. The gentle white-tailed deer was responsible for 4,857 car crashes and 21 fatalities in the state in 2023 and contributes to the spread of Lyme Disease. But it’s also ravishing our…
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East Lansdowne Tragedy Prompts Tourniquet Donation to Police
A tourniquet and special training saved the life of East Lansdowne Police Officer John Meehan, writes Briana Smith for 6abc. Meehan and Lansdowne Police Officer David Schiazza were shot during a chaotic scene Feb. 7 on Lewis Ave. in East Lansdowne that involved both a devastating house fire and a shooter. Now resident John Rossiter…
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Boeing Layoffs Nationwide Include Workers From Ridley Plant
Boeing is laying off 101 workers in Pennsylvania, divided among its plant here in Ridley Park and at two locations in Fayette County in western Pennsylvania, writes Lizzy McLellan Ravitch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Pennsylvania layoffs are among thousands companywide as Boeing recovers from financial and regulation difficulties, as well as a nearly two…
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Indecent TV Not a Big Issue in Delaware County, FCC Complaints Show
When it comes to indecency on TV, Delaware County is pretty tolerant. There were only 106 complaints to the FCC out of 565,328 residents between October 2014 and April 2024. The largest number of complaints in the US went to Hot Spring County in rural Arkansas, which logged twice as many complaints (51 complaints per…
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Here’s How Much Rents Have Gone Up in Delaware County Since 2019
Delaware County rents on average have risen at a different rate this past year than rents nationally, writes Janice Kai Chen, Rachel Lerman and Kate Rabinowitz for The Washington Post. Rent prices nationally have jumped about 19 percent since 2019, but recent trends show that price increases are cooling off, with some prices even falling,…
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Villanova Grad Eric Roedl Is the University’s New Athletic Director
Villanova University has chosen one of its own as its new athletic director, writes Jeff Neiburg for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Eric Roedl, a 1997 Villanova graduate who co-captained the tennis team, is currently deputy athletic director at the University of Oregon. Roedl will start in January. He succeeds Mark Johnson, who is now the athletic…
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First Bank House of the Week: Magnificent Colonial in Springfield Available for Sale
A magnificent Springfield colonial home at 5 Forrest Lane on 6.66 acres with four bedrooms and four full and two half bathrooms is available for sale. This stunning residence is perfectly nestled at the end of a scenic lane welcomes you with its breathtaking two-story foyer. Other highlights include a spacious family room with floor-to-ceiling…
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Spirit Airlines Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection
Spirit Airlines, Philadelphia International Airport’s third largest carrier, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, writes Jenna Martin for the Charlotte Business Journal, as reprinted in the Philadelphia Business Journal. The airline continues to operate normally as it enters into a restructuring support agreement to reduce debt and provide more financial flexibility/ “Guests can continue…
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Pennsylvania’s Immigrant Population Helps Drive Economic Growth
Pennsylvania’s immigrant population is one of the driving forces behind the state’s economic growth, according to a report from the Pennsylvania Immigration Coalition, writes Ashley Adams for The Keystone. Pennsylvania is the fifth most populated state in the nation and its sixth largest economy with gross domestic product of $915 billion. With around 978,000 immigrant…
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This Woman-Led Montgomeryville Company is a Family-Owned Business Award Honoree
Karla Trotman’s journey to leading Electro Soft, a contract manufacturing company, began at her family’s kitchen table in Ambler. Lisa Dukart highlights Trotman’s journey to running this 2024 family-owned business award honoree for the Philadelphia Business Journal. As a child, Trotman learned to cut cables and wires under the guidance of her father, Wallace, who…
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Brandywine Valley SPCA Boasts Nearly Century of Improving Lives for Animals in Need
For nearly a century, the Brandywine Valley SPCA has been dedicated to helping animals in need, striving to end suffering and empower communities to treat all life with respect and dignity, writes Shannon Montgomery for County Lines Magazine. Last year alone, BVSPCA saved a total of 17,082 animals, or over 47 animals a day. The…
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The Nation’s Oldest Operating Inn, Since 1681, is in Bristol
The King George II Inn in Bristol boasts a rich history dating back to 1681, making it the nation’s oldest operating inn, writes Shaun Melady for the Food Republic. The inn was originally established as The Ferry House by Samuel Clift. It served as a communal hub for more than three centuries. The current structure,…
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DCCC Students from Chester County Host Screening of Their Documentary Nov. 23 at Downingtown Library
On Nov. 23 at 12:00 PM, the Beta Psi Pi chapter of Delaware County Community College’s (DCCC) Phi Theta Kappa honor society will host a screening of its student-produced documentary, Unspoken Journeys: Stories of Perseverance and Sorrow at the Downingtown Library (122 Wallace Ave, Downingtown). Produced by six DCCC students from Chester County who are…
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Wawa’s Success Comes From Its View as a Community Resource
Wawa has been slowly evolving over its 60 years from its origins as a dairy farm outlet, changing as the community’s needs changed, writes Greg Petro for Forbes. The company and its front-line workers maintained a hometown vibe, generating fiercely loyal customers. In the 1970s, when 24-hour diners began to disappear, Wawa extended its hours…
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Philadelphia International Airport Cuts Ribbon on SEPTA Station Upgrades
A ribbon-cutting ceremony Nov. 15 celebrated a $1.5 million renovation to the airport train platforms, writes Mike DeNardo for KYW Newsradio. The renovations to the SEPTA regional rail platform were completed over two years. The makeover included new carpeting, ceilings and HVAC systems, along with new signage, concrete and upgraded LED lighting. “We installed over…
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Folcroft Neighbors Help Families Who Lost Everything in Rowhouse Fire
A Folcroft neighbor smelled smoke and banged on doors to help everyone get out safely. At least 125 firefighters were at the scene after neighbors reported hearing at least four propane tanks explode, followed by huge flames, writes Justin Udo and the staff at KYW Newsradio. “We had a really lovely neighbor who made everybody…
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