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Here Are Some Black-Owned Restaurants in Philadelphia You Must Try
Philadelphia has a number of Black-owned businesses that feed both your soul and your belly, writes Jasmine Osby for Travel Noire. Friday Saturday Sunday, a 2023 James Beard Award winner, is one of the longest-running restaurants at 40 years. However, the new concept features an evolving eight-course tasting menu. Jamaican D’s has managed to create…
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Radnor’s Avantor Has a Pride Network for Employee Inclusivity
Avantor, a Radnor Fortune 500 company, was eager to increase its inclusivity practices and create a safe workplace for its employees. So in 2020, the company created the Pride Network, writes Lisa Dukart for Philadelphia Business Journal. Today, nearly 10 percent of its 14,500 global employees have joined the Network and given Avantor a perfect…
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Pennsylvania Gaming Revenue Up 8.7 Percent From a Year Ago
Pennsylvania gaming revenue soared to $521 million in May, according to Rege Behe for CDC Gaming Reports. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board reported an 8.7 percent overall increase in revenue compared to May 2023. Valley Forge Casino Resort in King of Prussia had a $15 million, or 23.9 percent, increase. Harrah’s Philadelphia in Chester had…
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Swarthmore’s Broad Table Tavern Provides Farm-to-Table Dining
With an abundance of Pennsylvania farms, the farm-to-table restaurant experience can’t be far behind. A diversity of locally-produced food and drink is available thanks to Pennsylvania spanning four regions of the country, from the Northeast to the Mid-Atlantic to Appalachia to the Great Lakes. Farm-to-table dining supports local farmers and their communities in a more…
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Plymouth Meeting’s Biscuit Lady Traded Her Corporate Job for New Life Making Amazing Biscuits
Tara Torrence decided to leave her job at a mortgage company and focus on something she knew she was great at: making amazing biscuits, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In just two years, she went from working in her home kitchen to a Wissahickon shared space to her new freestanding restaurant in Plymouth…
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17 Memorable Lodging Options Near Longwood Gardens
Longwood Gardens is a Chester County treasure in the heart of the Brandywine Valley, just a short distance from Philadelphia International Airport, that draws nature lovers and horticulture enthusiasts from all over the world. Its sprawling landscapes, seasonal displays, and breathtaking conservatories offer a bucket list experience with a serene escape from the hustle and…
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Bucks County High School Seniors Take ‘Last Ride’ on Buses to Their Graduation
Graduating seniors of a high school in Bucks County all came together for a longstanding tradition that invokes a lot of nostalgia. The entire senior class of Pennridge High School, located at 1228 North 5th Street in Perkasie, took place in the annual “last ride”, where they all get on school buses on the way…
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Facing the Challenge of a Heat Wave When You’re Linvilla Orchards
Steve Griffith is one of eight farmers in Media adapting to a heat wave at Linvilla Orchards, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. Griffith comes to work earlier, stays later and has a long break around noon when it is hottest outside. Employees are encouraged to stay hydrated. The heat is affecting the farm…
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PA Lt. Gov. Austin Davis Highlights Delaware County Gun Violence Reduction Success
Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Austin Davis visited Delaware County Thursday to highlight proposed state investments to reduce gun violence, touting successes already seen locally, writes Max Bennett for Patch. Davis was joined by Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer, legislators, local elected officials, law enforcement officials, and community groups. “Delaware County embodies the spirit of our…
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New Owners Personalize Your Gifts at Main Line Monogram in Newtown Square
Main Line Monograms in Newtown Square takes gifts for every occasion and makes it personal. The business has been in the community for 10 years, but these days it’s run by new owners Heather Fusaro and Jordan Raech, with the help of small business loans provided by WSFS, reports Bob Kelly of Kelly Drives on…
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Jason and Travis Kelce Talk About a New Cereal With General Mills
A collaboration between the Kelce brothers and General Mills means shoppers are likely to see a new Kelce cereal that mixes three of their favorite brands, writes Gabriela Carrol for The Philadelphia Inquirer. There’s no official name announced yet for the Kelce-inspired cereal, though Kelce Krunch seems a natural fit. There’s also no release date. …
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Research Award Funds Penn State Brandywine Faculty Project on Scientific Workforce
Penn State recently announced the recipients of the inaugural Presidential Public Impact Research Awards (PPIRA), a new program designed to support faculty and students who are working on research projects that directly benefit communities. The program recognizes and supports teams of two to four faculty members and their graduate or undergraduate students across the Commonwealth…
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Summer Events at Normandy Farm: Pig Roast and Clam Bake
Normandy Farm is the place to be this summer with two exciting events: the Pig Roast on Thursday, June 27, from 6-9 PM, and the Clam Bake on Thursday, July 25, from 6-9 PM. These signature events promise unforgettable evenings filled with delicious food, refreshing drinks, and live music. Pig Roast – June 27 Kick…
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Thomas S. Bell Was One of West Chester’s Favorite Sons Who Died During Battle of Antietam
Lt. Col. Thomas S. Bell, one of West Chester’s favorite sons who died during the Battle of Antietam, was one of the few who received a proper burial, writes Mark E. Dixon for Main Line Today. Bell was the son and namesake of a prominent local judge. He was raised in a house at Church…
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Philly is One of the Best Cities for Nude Bike Riding, According to New Study
Just a couple months away from the Philadelphia Naked Bike Ride, a new study has found that Philadelphia is among the best cities in the nation to ride nude, writes Max Bennett for Patch. Lawnstarter recently published a ranking of the U.S. cities for naked bike riding, and Philadelphia ranked third on the list. To…
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Singer, Quakertown Native Shows Off Her Musical Skills on ‘The Voice’
Laura Williams, a 20-year-old Quakertown musician, truly shined during her performance on the hit show “The Voice” earlier this week, writes Gianna for 94.5 PST. The Voice is a singing competition in which singers audition in a “blind audition” process with four celebrity judges. At the start of the performance, the judges have their backs…
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When the Heat Is On, You’re Going to Need a Delaware County Ice Cream Fix
The heat is definitely with us this weekend so now’s a good time to familiarize yourself with the best Delaware County ice cream shops around. There’s plenty to choose from in the Philadelphia region, but if you don’t’ want to travel too far from home, here are a few shops you’ll find in or near…
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‘Main Line Mutt’ Wows Radnor Nursery School Kids With Message of Being Different
“The Main Line Mutt” has been a story waiting to be told for 30 years, writes Emma Minor for Main Line Today. The children’s book, by author Nancy M. Schwartz and her husband, Michael S. Schwartz, is about Maggie, a mixed-breed dog who is surrounded by snobby purebreds after moving to an upscale neighborhood. The…
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