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When Wawa Arrives in Kentucky, It’s Bringing Along 1,400 Jobs
Wawa’s expansion beyond Delaware County is not only bringing its localized brand to other parts of the country, it’s creating jobs along the way. The convenience store chain plans to open about 40 stores in Kentucky in the next 8 to 10 years. That’s equal to about 1,400 new jobs for the state, writes Chip…
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These Delaware County Shops Tailor Cheesesteaks to Local Tastes
Delaware County cheesesteaks have a local touch that makes them standout from their Philadelphia counterparts, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Delco Steaks in Broomall focuses entirely on making cheesesteaks, with a distinct bread coated in sesame seeds Dairy Cottage in Springfield serves a huge steak for a good price. The meat is finely…
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Swarthmore Singer Mark Shiiba Ultimately Impresses on ‘The Voice’
Mark Shiiba’s blind audition on NBC’s “The Voice” did not get a coach chair spin but he still impressed, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC Philadelphia. On “The Voice,” if a coach is impressed by an artist’s voice, they press a button to select them for their team, causing the coach’s chair to swivel to face…
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SEPTA is Closing In-person Ticket Sales at 2 Delaware County Regional Rail Stations
In another sign of an ever-expanding online and electronic culture, SEPTA is eliminating in-person ticket sales at 14 of its regional rail stations, including Wallingford and Morton stations, writes Thomas Fitzgerald for The Philadelphia Inquirer “These sales offices are closing due to decreasing demand for in-person sales,” SEPTA spokesperson Andrew Busch said. Each of the…
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The Future of Content Marketing: Emerging Trends in the Philadelphia Media Landscape
With exciting developments in technology and an ever-changing social media landscape, it’s no wonder marketers in Philly are buzzing about what the future holds. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting into the marketing field, understanding these emerging trends is important to keep your brand ahead of the curve. AI, the Marketer’s New Best…
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Conshohocken Italian Bakery Closing After Half a Century
Conshohocken Italian Bakery, a beloved fixture in eastern Montgomery County, will close its doors later this month after 51 years in business, reports Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Known for its iconic rolls and tomato pies, the bakery has been a staple for generations of families and businesses. Tina Gambone, daughter of cofounder Domenico…
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Get the Inside Scoop on West Chester’s Newest Hotel in the Heart of Downtown
Hotel Indigo West Chester, a new luxury hotel from InterContinental Hotels Group which has locations around the world, is set to open in downtown West Chester early next year, writes Victoria Rose for Main Line Tonight. The property has been in the works for months and is designed to reflect the culture, history, and architecture…
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National Geographic: Philadelphia Cheesesteak Origins Can be Traced to Hot Dog Cart
The Philadelphia cheesesteak origins, which has become, a beloved symbol of the City of Brotherly Love, was born out of boredom with hot dogs rather than from a great culinary revelation, writes Tom Burson for National Geographic. In 1930, Italian-American Pat Olivieri owned a hot dog cart in South Philly. One day, he decided he…
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Two Bucks County Brands Make List of Nation’s 400 Largest Franchises
Two brands with Bucks County roots are among the 400 largest franchises in the United States, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 2024 Franchise Times Top 400 ranked the largest franchise systems based in the U.S. according to their global systemwide sales. Trevose-based Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa ranked at…
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Home Sales Slow, Staying on Market Longer in Delaware County
In August, half of Redfin home listings in Delaware County still hadn’t found a buyer after 60 days, indicating a slowing real estate market, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. This comes after years of record low mortgage rates and fierce competition. Current conditions locally are what real estate brokers call “extra stale,” with…
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The Rules of Retirement Are Being Rewritten, Mostly by the Retirees
For high-status professionals, retirement is anything but traditional, with golfing, gardening and traveling replaced with new rules of retirement that include scaled back, but still active, careers, writes Christina Binkley for the Robb Report. Barry Schwartz, best-selling author of The Paradox of Choice, announced he was retiring as a Swarthmore College psychology professor to be…
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Jason Kelce Startled by Wedding Proposal in Front of Him at Tailgate
Retired Philadelphia Eagles player Jason Kelce of Haverford was caught off guard Oct. 13 while greeting fans at a tailgate outside Lincoln Financial Field when a fan decided to conduct a tailgate wedding proposal in front of him. Now some fans want Kelce to officiate their wedding, writes Marinna Watts for People Magazine. Kelce, 35,…
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Penn State Brandywine Hosts Annual Homecoming and Family Day
Penn State Brandywine will host its annual Homecoming & Family Day from 11 AM to 5 PM on Saturday, Oct. 26, writes Christina Billiemam for Penn State Brandywine. Starting with Penn State Day in the morning, Homecoming & Family Day will be packed with alumni, current and prospective students, families, faculty and staff participating in various activities.…
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Former WCU President Christopher Fiorentino Tapped as PASSHE Interim Chancellor
The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education has tapped recently retired West Chester University President Christopher Fiorentino to be its interim chancellor, writes Jordyn Hronec for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The system’s board is currently conducting a national search for its next permanent leader. Fiorentino was at the helm of West Chester University for six…
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Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board Faces Monumental Defeat in Bryn Mawr David v. Goliath Legal Battle
Bryn Mawr wine distributor, Jason Malumed took on the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board in a legal battle that exposed the inefficiencies and overreach of the agency writes Michele Garguilo for Main Line Tonight. In 2016, Act 39 passed stating that the PLCB was supposed to modernize its operations and allow wine distributors to sell directly…
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La La Lobster in Yardley Presents the La La Monstah Roll
La La Lobster in Yardley serves delicious lobster tacos, lobster nachos, and lobster grilled cheese, along with a lobster roll that is so big, it is called the La La Monstah Roll, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The family decided to get into the lobster business after they found other local options a…
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Temple University Acquires Shopping Center on North Broad Street for $8.2 Million
Temple University recently bought a North Broad Street shopping center near Temple’s health system campus for $8.2 million, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Temple paid the millions to Wynnewood-based Overbrook Investment Properties for the 45,290-square-foot retail strip. Aside from an 11,447-square-foot former Rite Aid store, the site is fully occupied. Temple’s health…
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WCU To Host Sustainability Double Feature on Oct. 16 Featuring Greg Wrenn and Zach Brown
Writer Greg Wrenn turned to coral reefs and a psychedelic tea called ayahuasca in search of healing from complex PTSD. Mothership: A Memoir of Wonder and Crisis is his deeply researched account of that journey and the subject of his free presentation at West Chester University on Wednesday, Oct. 16. This event begins at 3:30 PM in…
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