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Philadelphia is the Safest U.S. City for Pedestrians, According to New Forbes Study
Philadelphia is the least dangerous U.S. city for pedestrians, according to a new study by Forbes Advisors, writes Christy Bieber for the publication. To determine the safest cities for pedestrians, Forbes Advisors examined four key metrics: fatal crashes involving pedestrians; persons involved in fatal crashes involving a pedestrian; deaths from crashes involving a pedestrian, and…
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New Plant Shop and Gourmet Soda Bar Bring Refreshing Vibes to Downtown Sellersville
Downtown Sellersville is welcoming two new women-owned businesses, Just One More Plant and The Fizzy Fern, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Just One More Plant, formerly located in Quakertown, is a boutique specializing in houseplants, pottery, and gardening accessories The shop’s relocation marks a new chapter for owner Erin Volovnik,…
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Romano’s Stromboli in Essington Declared Winner of 2024 ‘Flavored by Philly’ Contest
A journey of taste testing and passionate voting has determined that Romano’s Stromboli: Special Hot Chips is the 2024 “Flavored by Philly” Herr’s contest winner. Romano’s Stromboli in Essington already claims title as the inventor of the Stromboli so this new vote of chip confidence is another coup for the 80-year-old business. Earlier this summer,…
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VP Nominee Tim Walz Gets Caught Up in Wawa/Sheetz Debate
Pennsylvania’s decades-long Sheetz or Wawa debate has latched on to Democratic Vice President nominee Tim Walz, writes Bill Shannon for YourErie. Walz, current governor of Minnesota, was having breakfast Monday with Pennsylvania delegates when the question came up about which convenience store is better, according to Delaware Online. Walz admitted stopping at a Sheetz while…
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Judy and Bill Strine Student Transition Center Opens at Elwyn
Elwyn officials dedicated a new student transition center for neurodiverse students Tuesday with a ribbon cutting at the $7.35 million facility, writes Pete Bannon for the Daily Times. Elwyn provides support for those with an intellectual development disability, providing group homes, day programs and employment support; and child services, including early learning services; and adult…
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Jason Kelce Said Claim His Super Bowl Ring Was Stolen Is ‘Incorrect’
Jason Kelce lost track of his 2018 Super Bowl ring during a live event in Cincinnati April 11 and believes it may have been thrown away with the trash, writes Natasha Dye for People. But the ring was not stolen, he emphasized. The 36-year-old retired NFL star and his brother, Travis Kelce, hosted a live…
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Meet SCORE Award Winner: Chester Community Improvement Project
Each year SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties recognizes owners and entrepreneurs that have demonstrated unique vision, innovation, and achievement in support of our local economy and small business community. Congratulations to the six small businesses and nonprofits honored on June 6 at the annual Small Business Achievements Awards event at Penn Oaks Golf Club in…
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Medically Tailored Nutrition Improving Health Outcomes, Reducing Costs
A recently released study says Pennsylvania has the potential to realize the second highest level of health care cost savings in the nation if medically tailored meals or MTMs, a proven treatment for reducing hospital admissions, readmissions and ER visits, were accessible for more patients with health issues from diabetes, cardiovascular disease and chronic kidney…
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Bridgeport Native Returns Home With Olympic Bronze Medal in Rugby
Bridgeport native Ariana Ramsey was recently honored with a homecoming after returning with a bronze medal from the 2024 Paris Olympics with Team USA women’s rugby team, reports Dave Edwards for 6abc. Her success has helped bring the very proud Montgomery County community together. “Ariana has worked so hard to get to this point and…
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With Utz Going Public, Herr’s to Become Largest Privately Held Snack Company in Nation
With Utz Quality Foods preparing to go public, Nottingham-based Herr Foods is poised to become the nation’s largest privately held and family-owned snack company, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Hanover-based Utz, which recorded $768 million in revenue last year, is set to become a publicly traded company. This will be achieved through an…
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Philadelphia Will Host Historic First Presidential Debate: Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump
Philadelphia will be at the center of the political universe when the National Constitution Center hosts the first presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, writes Beatrice Forman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The debate is set to take place on Sept. 10, as announced by ABC News. It will be…
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This 1930s Haverford Tudor Among 10 Most Expensive Sold in 2024
A breathtaking 1930s Haverford Tudor home is one of the 10 most expensive homes sold so far this year in the Philadelphia region, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 1.3-acre property on Blakeley Road ranked at No. 7 on the list of top home sales. The home that boasts nearly 10,000 square…
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Havertown Native Roy Gillian, Founder of Wonderland Pier, Remembered
One week after it was announced that Gillian’s Wonderland Pier in Ocean City, New Jersey would be closing after this season, its founder, Havertown native Roy Gillian, has died, writes Amy Rosenberg for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Mr. Gillian, who was a former mayor of Ocean City, and father of the current mayor, Jay Gillian, died…
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New Lane Is Just the Beginning for Planned Blue Route Upgrades
PennDOT is currently working on plans to add an extra lane of travel to Interstate 476, also known as the Blue Route, to help ease congestion, writes Tom MacDonald for the WHYY. The six-year upgrade will start with the installation of high-tech equipment to sense when traffic backups are building. “Phase one of this multi-year…
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Media FBI Office Break-in From 1971 Topic of ‘Snafu’ Podcast
The theft of files from an FBI office in Media Borough on March 8, 1971 that revealed FBI surveillance of U.S. citizens is being revisited by Washington Post reporter Betty Medsger on season 2 of the podcast “Snafu,” writes Kristin Hunt for Philly Voice. “Snafu,” hosted by actor Ed Helms, is dedicated to “history’s greatest…
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Chester Born Track Star Ashton Allen Gives Football a Try With Temple Owls
Former USC track star Ashton Allen, born in Chester, has always had a love of football, writes Devin Jackson for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Even though he won a national championship in the 4×100 with USC in 2022, he has kept his eyes on the NFL. Now, Temple football coach Stan Drayton believes Allen’s speed could…
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PLCB’s Latest ‘Limited-Release Lottery’ Includes 1,252 Bottles of Rare Whiskeys
Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board’s rare whiskey lottery offers spirit aficionados the chance to buy a $7,499.99 bottle of bourbon, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. State liquor license holders as well as residents 21 and over can enter the PLBC’s latest “Limited-Release Lottery” through 5 PM Friday. The lottery includes 1,252 bottles of nine…
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Influx of City Folks to Philadelphia Suburbs Like Chester County Could Turn Tide of Election in PA
Population growth in Chester County and other Philadelphia suburbs has helped Democrats in the last several elections. If they keep the momentum, Kamala Harris could secure a win in Pennsylvania come November, writes Katie Bernard and Aseem Shukla for The Philadelphia Inquirer. People from the city have started relocating to suburbs in larger numbers in…
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