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Scrub Daddy Owner Weighing Possible Sale of $220M Company
The founder of the hugely successful Scrub Daddy kitchen product, initially manufactured in Folcroft, is thinking of selling his company, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. Reuters is reporting that CEO Aaron Krause, maker of the popular Scrub Daddy kitchen sponge products, who gained celebrity status in 2012 after successfully pitching his idea on…
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New Trial Ordered for 3 Chester Men in 1997 Murder Case
Common Pleas Court Judge Mary Alice Brennan Thursday ordered a new trial for three men convicted and sentenced in the 1997 murder of 70-year-old Henrietta Nickens in her Chester apartment. Derrick Chappell, Samuel Grasty and Morton Johnson have spent more than 20 years in prison for a murder they say they did not commit, writes…
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ESPN Approached Jason Kelce About Broadcasting Monday Night Football
With Jason Kelce officially retired from playing NFL football, ESPN could be offering him a chance to broadcast Monday Night Football, writes Natasha Dye for People, as reported at yahoo!sports. Monday Night Football is now hosted by Scott Van Pelt and a panel that includes Robert Griffin III, Adam Schefter, Ryan Clark, Marcus Spears and…
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Here’s a Guide to Everything You Can Possibly Eat at the Philadelphia Airport
The Philadelphia International Airport has worked on upping its game in restaurant and food offerings these past few years, with a focus on popular local eateries, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme for Philadelphia Magazine. The magazine’s Philadelphia Airport food guide identifies some of the best places at the airport. Terminal A Yards Brewing Company, Craft beers. Jack…
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Donors, Staff Rally at West Chester University to Put Students First
The Friday evening soiree on March 15, the 41st Annual Presidential Gala at West Chester University, was an elegant, black-tie optional affair with dancing and “starry night” surroundings transforming its student dining area in the Sciences & Engineering Center and The Commons. The newest building on campus featured an 8k video wall presentation by Professor…
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Two Chester County Towns Are Among Top 100 Best Places to Live in America
Two Chester County towns have found their place among the top 100 best places to live in America, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Niche compiles the annual rankings using data from the U.S. Census, the FBI, the Department of Education, the IRS, and millions of resident reviews submitted on its page. The…
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As the First Black Woman to Serve As Pennsylvania House Speaker, Joanna McClinton Wants to See More Progress
Pennsylvania House Speaker Joanna McClinton, the first Black woman to hold that position, is fighting for more progress in 2024, writes Sean Kitchen for The Keystone. McClinton, a Southwest Philadelphia native, started her public service career more than a decade ago as a staffer in State Sen. Tony Williams’ office. “I came to this job…
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Napa Valley-Inspired Restaurant Coming to Ellis Preserve
Napa Kitchen and Wine and a Sedona Taphouse, both products of DJB Hospitality, are coming to the Ellis Preserve in Newtown Square, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. “We’re very selective on where we want to put our restaurants,” said DJB Hospitality CEO Dennis Barbaro. “It just seemed like Ellis Preserve hit all the…
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Delco Spirit on Display While Filming Delco: The Movie
Local extras sat in the pews Tuesday during a critical scene for Delco: The Movie at Springfield Presbyterian Church. Director Chris Pierdomenico asked them not to applaud so he could record the dialogue. They applauded anyway. A very Delco thing to do, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. A crowdfunding campaign put the extras…
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Local Experts Weigh In on Philly Area Bridge Safety Post-Key Bridge Collapse
Following the collapse of the Key Bridge in Baltimore, experts offered their insights about the safety of the bridges over the Delaware River in the Philadelphia area, write Kelly Rule, Jeff Cole, Jennifer Lee, Steve Keeley, and Shawnette Wilson for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The Delaware River Port Authority is in charge of the Ben Franklin,…
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An Opening-Day Tip of the Cap to Philadelphia’s Mitchell & Ness, an Iconic Brand Synonymous with Sports History
As the Phillies and the rest of Major League Baseball swing into action this afternoon, there’s no better time to tip our caps to the legacy of Philadelphia-based Mitchell & Ness, a name synonymous with vintage sports apparel and a company that’s been as integral to the fabric of sports history as the crack of…
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US Deputy Commerce Secretary Visits Shugar Shack in Glenolden
U.S. Department of Commerce Deputy Secretary Don Graves stopped by Shugar Shack Soul Food in Glenolden to meet with chef/owner Keenya Cain-Wiggins and enjoy a meal, as part of an outreach supporting minority-owned small businesses, reported the Daily Times. “We are thrilled to have welcomed Deputy Secretary Graves to Glenolden Borough and to Shugar Shack…
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First Bank House of the Week: Gorgeous Victorian in Ridley Park
A gorgeous Victorian home in Ridley Park on 0.33 lovely acres with four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale for $429,900, writes Paul Jablow The Philadelphia Inquirer. When they first saw the home in 2016, the current owners loved its walkability, easy access to the commuter train, and its small-town…
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The Lincoln Center: Cultivating Emotional Resilience in Children
Children love a good hero story. Sometimes, hero stories start with an unfortunate event, and sometimes, they have very ordinary beginnings. Yet all heroes, like all children, encounter some measure of adversity in life. The impact of hardship on kids’ lives is often unpredictable. Many youth overcome a problematic home life to find a healthy…
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Du Pont Family Member and Venture Capital Entrepreneur Hints Future Innovation at Longwood Gardens
A du Pont family entrepreneur is telling The Philadelphia Inquirer that people can expect to hear more about products and investments coming from Kennett Square’s esteemed Longwood Gardens, writes Joseph DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Ben du Pont, the most prominent living family member, is using his venture capital fund Chartline Capital Partners to invest…
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Bala Cynwyd Company Has Big Plans for a Quakertown Shopping Center
Bala Cynwyd-based Velocity Venture Partners acquired The Richland Plaza shopping center in Quakertown for $16.7 million, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 225,000-square-foot retail center, which was sold by APS Associates, is 90 percent vacant. Its new owner now plans to convert the property into a multi-tenant industrial site. The entire project…
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Philadelphia Now Among Top 10 Most Sought-After Cities For Apartment Renters
Thanks to a soar in rental activity in February, Philadelphia is now among the 10 most sought-after cities for renters, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to the newest monthly report from RentCafe, which measures website traffic for listings in the 150 largest cities in the U.S., Philadelphia jumped 42 spots from…
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TikTok, Instagram Users Swear By New Chicken Restaurant in Bucks County
According to TikTok and Instagram users, the must-visit restaurant in Bucks County is Asad’s Hot Chicken in Bensalem, writes Gianna for 94.5 PST. The restaurant originally opened in the middle of Philadelphia. Once it became known to people and it stopped being a hidden gem, the owners opened two more locations, including the one in…
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