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For First Time in Generations, Philadelphia’s Economy Ranks Among Nation’s Strongest
With the highest job growth of the 25 largest metropolitan areas last year, Philadelphia’s economy ranks among the strongest in the nation for the first time in generations, writes Mark Zandi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The city’s economy outpaced thriving Atlanta, Dallas, Denver, and Phoenix. This economic momentum is reflected in several major development projects…
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PA Gov. Josh Shapiro Chats with Jay Wright as He Promotes Memoir
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro talked with former Villanova coach Jay Wright Saturday about his love of basketball in an event promoting the governor’s new memoir, Where We Keep the Light. The discussion before an audience of 350 at Villanova University also turned to family and faith, writes Maggie Prosser for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The governor…
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Media Is the Nation’s First Fair Trade Town, Has Been for 20 Years
Media Borough has the distinction of being the nation’s first Fair Trade Town, a practice it has observed for 20 years, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Fair Trade is a global trading system that emphasizes fair wages and safe working conditions for farmers in the developing world, using eco-friendly practices in exchange for…
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Pennsylvania Expanding ‘Little Scandinavia’ Chester Prison Model
Following its success at the State Correctional Institution in Chester, the original “Little Scandinavia” program is expanding to three additional prisons, writes Zack Hoopes for the Harrisburg Patriot-News. The news follows concerns raised two years ago, when state lawmakers worried the Delaware County unit would be shuttered after the initial grant-funded research period had expired.…
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Nether Providence Police Chief David Splain’s Book Details Trolley Murder
A 2005 Yeadon murder is the subject of Nether Providence Police Chief David M. Splain’s first book, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. “Blood on the Trolley: The Murder of Kareem Johnson” goes inside the investigation that leads to the identity, capture, conviction, and litigation of the killer. In early October 2005, a rider…
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Ryan’s Rise Up Cafe in Glen Mills a Haven for Those with Disabilities
A café opening early March in Glen Mills is the inspiration of Jim Vail, who sold his construction company to create a space where his son and others with disabilities would have a chance to work. Ryan’s Rise Up Café on Evergreen Drive in the Concordville Town Center is named for his 20-year-old son, Ryan…
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Penncrest Carnival Fundraiser Saturday Supports Vision Research
Penncrest High School students in the Rose Tree Media School District are hosting their second annual community Carnival for a Cure this Saturday. The March 7 family-friendly carnival runs from 10 AM to 2 PM in the Penncrest High School Gym at 134 Barren Road in Media. The event is free and open to the…
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Widener University Hosts AI Week of Events Through March 5
Building on last year’s Artificial Intelligence Day event, Widener University will be hosting AI Week from March 2-5. Programming will center on continuing to have meaningful and real-world conversations about AI and its applications. The main event, Widener AI Sparks, takes place on Wednesday, March 4, from 12 to 1 PM, on the Widener University…
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Snowstorms May Be Up, But Crashes on the PA Turnpike are Down
While it has been a more active winter this year for Pennsylvania Turnpike crews due to frequent snowstorms, it’s actually been safer than previous years, writes Mike DeNardo for KYW Newsradio. Fewer car crashes have occurred on the turnpike this year, despite the region experiencing more snow. According to Chief Operating Officer Craig Shuey, much of this has to do with the timing…
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Having Tough Conversations with Your Kids About the News
There is so much information constantly flowing into families’ lives about the state of the world, with daily news headlines that have the potential to create distress. Children hear about what’s going on in the world through social media, friends, or adult conversations. But news headlines aren’t always about news; they’re often about what will get…
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Phoenixville’s The Clubhouse Redefines Child Development by Filling the Support Gap
When options for child education are all at once plentiful and scarce, it can be difficult to make the right choice for your family. In Phoenixville, Nicole and Alex Weirich are working to make that stress disappear. Born just six months ago, The Clubhouse Wellness Center at 1288 Valley Forge Rd. is not your average…
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Enjoy a Tea Party on a Cold Day at One of These Bucks County Tearooms
On cold days, when a chill lingers in the air, one of the best remedies can be a simple cup of tea. Luckily, there are tearooms around Bucks County that make teatime an unforgettable, soothing experience. The Talking Teacup – Chalfont Reopened by Patti Fitzpatrick in 2021, this tea house and gift shop is a welcoming spot with a cozy atmosphere. Guests can choose…
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This South Philly Eatery is a Hidden Gem for BBQ Lovers
Located in South Philadelphia, Mike’s BBQ is a true hidden gem where the meat is smoked a traditional way in a Lang Smoker, that lures in patrons with its enticing scent, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29. “We opened in January 2016 and strive our best to produce top quality food every day,” said Jimmy…
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Ursinus Students Share What They Learned During Experiential Learning Week
If Ursinus College’s first Experiential Learning Week proved anything, it’s that real-world exposure hits differently when you’re the one in the room. For first-year student Lola MacRae, that room was Negotiation 101 — an on-campus intensive that challenged students to think strategically before speaking. Early exercises showed how easily assumptions can derail outcomes. In one…
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WilmU to Host Virtual Transfer and Degree Completion Day on Mar. 4
Wilmington University (WilmU) is making it easier than ever for students to finish what they started. On Wednesday, Mar. 4, the university will host its Virtual Transfer and Degree Completion Day, a full-day online event designed to help transfer students and adult learners maximize prior college credits, work experience, and military training. The event runs…
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Delco Scrabble Club Is Among the Nation’s Most Competitive
The Delco Scrabble Club, meeting weekly at the Riddle Village retirement community in Media, has played a key role in turning the Philadelphia region into one of the most competitive Scrabble scenes in the nation, writes Abigail Covington and Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. One of the club’s members, Will Anderson, has won multiple…
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Some Say This Wawa Snack Rivals What the Local Pizzeria Offers
A treat you might normally associate with a pizza shop actually ranks high among Wawa’s food offerings: the garlic knots, writes Austin Havens-Bown for Mashed. In a Mashed ranking, the garlic knots took second in a Wawa food ranking, outflanked only by the chain’s All-American Cheeseburger. The garlic knots are described as tasting like freshly-baked…
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Baby KJs Clifton Heights Dad Is Helping CHOP Build a Patient Tower
Kyle Muldoon, the father of the Clifton Heights toddler who received a life-saving genetic therapy at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, is helping the hospital build a new patient tower, writes Kayla Yup for The Philadelphia Inquirer. KJ Muldoon, 17 months, was successfully treated for a genetic condition using a first-ever gene-editing therapy developed at…
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