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This Christmas Season, Check Out These Special Light Displays in Bucks County
This holiday season, hop in your car and take a trip around Bucks County to see some of the best house displays, featuring spectacular lights, inflatables, music, handmade decorations, and more, writes Jo Ciavaglia and Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Matthews Lane Wonderland in Newtown Township features over 100,000 lights across…
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Travel + Leisure Names Philadelphia Among 50 Best Places to Travel in 2026 for Food and Drink
As people continue brainstorming or finalizing travel plans for 2026, Travel + Leisure Editors have compiled a list of options and Philadelphia made the top 50 list. Philadelphia has been named one of the top food and drink destinations. Why? “Philly these days is all about the innovative, award-winning chefs from around the globe who…
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Philadelphia Passengers Will Soon Be Flyng to San Juan on JetBlue
JetBlue Airways is deepening its commitment to Puerto Rico by offering a San Juan route year-round starting March 26 at Philadelphia International Airport, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal The low-cost airline will offer daily service between PHL and Luis Munoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, with one-way tickets starting at $99. Flights…
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Ridley House in Holmes Gets All Grinchy This Time of Year
Christmas pop-up bars are easier to find these days as bars entertain patrons with decorations, specialty drinks, and food. Ridley House in Holmes takes it a step further, with décor, food, and drinks that are Grinch-themed. And folks in Ridley Township love it, reports Bob Kelly for Fox 29. Ridley House, at 2107 MacDade Blvd.,…
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Annie Actresses Talk About Their Experience at Media Theatre
The newest production of Annie is on stage now at the Media Theatre, running through Jan. 4. Two young actresses who are sharing the role of Annie talked about their experiences on NBC’s 10’s Philly Live. “Annie has always been like a dream role for me, since like, third grade,” said 13-year-old Violet Roche about…
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Adults Take Over LEGOLAND This Friday at Plymouth Meeting Mall
If you’ve ever wished you could wander through LEGOLAND without weaving around strollers or stepping over toddlers, your moment has arrived. This Friday night, the LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia in Plymouth Meeting is throwing open its doors for an Adults-Only Holiday Bricktacular, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most playful nights of…
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Buc-ees Teases Move to Pennsylvania as It Expands to Virginia
Buc-ee’s is inching its way toward Pennsylvania as it opens its most northern store yet in Virginia, even teasing Pennsylvania travelers of an impending store opening here with billboards, writes Damon C. Williams for USA Today Network, as published in Yahoo! news. Similar to Wawa, the Texas-based gas station/convenience superstore has a cult following in…
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Wall Street Comes to Ursinus College with Bloomberg Lab Launch
Ursinus College has officially launched its Bloomberg Lab, bringing Wall Street to students’ fingertips. The new resource allows students to study the stock market in real time and earn finance certifications. The lab features 12 state-of-the-art Bloomberg terminals, interactive workstations that allow students to receive and analyze live financial data. Located on the lower level…
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The Devon Senior Living Bought by North Jersey Operator
The Devon Senior Living has been purchased by Juniper Communities, a North Jersey-based operator of senior living facilities, for an undisclosed sum, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The property was sold by AlerisLife, based in Massachusetts, which acquired the Chester County community in 2008 for $4.65 million. The company stated earlier this year that it was planning to sell the assets while winding down operations. The property spans 90,865…
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Historic Overhaul Comes to Washington Memorial Chapel in Valley Forge
A sweeping restoration effort is underway at one of Montgomery County’s most recognizable historic sites, writes Melissa Jacobs for Main Line Tonight. Washington Memorial Chapel, the National Historic Landmark bordering Valley Forge National Historical Park, has begun a multi-year, multi-million-dollar renovation aimed at revitalizing its campus. The first phase focuses on Patriot’s Hall, the gathering…
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New Temple University Residence Hall in Works for North Philadelphia, RFP Issued for Project
Temple University plans to build a new residence hall near Broad and Norris streets in North Philadelphia and has issued a request for proposals for the project, writes Noah Zucker for BisNow. “That will allow us, after that’s completed, to use that as swing space to take two of our residences and do a full…
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Calling All Hoagie Lovers! PrimoHoagies Opening New Quakertown Location
PrimoHoagies, the popular fast-casual chain known for its hoagies packed with premium meats, cheeses, and a distinctive spice blend, is launching a new location in Quakertown, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ 69 News. The new PrimoHoagies will take over the space formerly occupied by SuperCuts in the Quakertown Plaza shopping center. Renovations will begin in…
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Media Unified Rugy Team Brings Teens of All Abilities Together
Matt Heavens created the Media Unified Rugby team so teenagers and young adults of all abilities would be able to explore the game. Heavens grew up with his brother, Mark, who was born with Down syndrome and saw how little access he had to athletic opportunities, writes Gabriella Galati for 6abc. “Any sport is difficult…
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Mrs. B’s Catering Serves Up Feel Good Soul Food in Clifton Heights
Topaz Bryant was a home cook for nine years, then a caterer. In September, Bryant took that next step and brought her soul food to a new restaurant, Mrs. B’s Catering, her first brick-and-mortar on South Springfield Road in Clifton Heights, reports Aunyea Lachelle for NBC 10 Philadelphia. I did not know it was…
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Forum Looks at Issues Impacting Delaware County Health Department Services
Proposed federal CDC funding cuts, vaccine skepticism, and the closure of Crozer Health hospitals are expected to impact public health services in Delaware County, from childhood vaccinations to infectious disease control, writes Kathleeen Carey for the Daily Times. “It’s diminishing our capacity to address and identify emerging public health threats,” said Delaware County Board of…
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Philadelphia Magazine: These 5 Influencers Are Impacting Lives in Delaware County and the Region
Here are five noteworthy influencers among 150 in the Philadelphia region who have made an impact on our lives here in Delaware County, as rated by Philadelphia Magazine. State Reps. Joanna McClinton placed 13th on the list, tying with State Rep. Jordan Harris. McClinton is the speaker of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and represents…
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Freedom Village Collects 761 Pounds of Food at Month-Long Drive
Freedom Village at Brandywine, a Life Plan Community in West Brandywine, wrapped up November 2025 with a successful month-long food drive that collected 761 pounds of non-perishable food for the Chester County Food Bank. Throughout the entire month, residents and team members joined together in a unified effort to support local families heading into the…
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A Wonderland of Lights: Dutch Winter Wonderland Brings Holiday Magic to Lancaster
At Dutch Wonderland, the holiday season doesn’t simply arrive; it comes alive. Each year, the Lancaster-area theme park transforms into Dutch Winter Wonderland, a glowing, family-focused celebration that has been nominated by USA Today as one of the country’s top holiday theme park events. According to Marketing Director Courtney Burkarth, the acclaim reflects the strength…








































