Philadelphia Region
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American Birding Expo, the Ultimate Experience for Birdwatchers and Nature Enthusiasts, Is Here
The much-anticipated American Birding Expo is here. Today through Sunday, exhibitors from around the world, representing all aspects of the birding and nature market, will present and offer their products, goods, and services at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks. The American Birding Expo is the largest and most diverse shopping experience available to…
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America’s Favorite Pastime to Be Showcased at the American Birding Expo
When you look at the numbers, it could be said that the great American pastime now has wings. As a recreational sport, birdwatching is far and away the most popular in the United States. According to the latest census figures, 60 million Americans are birdwatchers. This is a staggering number when compared to other popular…
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Indoor Optics Range Proves That Seeing Is Believing at American Birding Expo
Perhaps the most essential item for the birder is a binocular, with a spotting scope being a close second. However, the decision on which one to purchase can be difficult, due to the plethora of models and manufacturers. This year’s American Birding Expo, which takes place at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks from…
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These Five Cities Rank Ahead of Philadelphia for Best Places for Oktoberfest Celebrations
The region’s beer aficionados don’t need to pay huge amounts for a flight to Germany for a proper Oktoberfest party, according to WalletHub. Philadelphia ranked sixth on 2018’s Best Places for Oktoberfest Celebrations. The list compares the nation’s 100-largest cities based on their Oktoberfest-friendliness, which was determined by their Oktoberfest Traditions, Cost, and Safety &…
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Who’s Not in Love with Wawa? Apparently More Than a Few Suburban Residents
Despite Wawa’s sweeping popularity in Greater Philadelphia, not every new super-sized store is welcomed by residents in the suburbs, writes Erin McCarthy for the Philadelphia Inquirer. As the homegrown chain of convenience stores continues to expand, opposition to some of its stores is growing. This includes the latest one planned for Wayne. Neighbors near the…
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As Eagles Kick Off New Season, Former Player ‘Bears His Cross,’ Wants Brain Tested for CTE
Irv Cross, the former Eagle and first African-American to do sports reports on television in Philadelphia, recalls his playing and reporting days in Bearing the Cross, a new book he co-wrote with Clifton Brown, writes Frank Fitzpatrick for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Today, Cross, 79, suffers the consequences from his years of playing football. The two-time…
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American Airlines Announces Flights from Philadelphia Airport to Four New Cities in Europe
Thanks to American Airlines, Philadelphia-area travelers can begin booking flights to four new European cities, writes Catherine Dunn for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The airline is adding flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Edinburgh, Scotland, beginning in April, and to Berlin; Bologna, Italy; and Dubrovnik, Croatia, starting in June. American is looking to build on the…
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Watch Guinness World Record Holder Show Off Her Limbo Skills at Philadelphia Airport
Shemika Campbell, a two-time Guinness World Record holder in the limbo, showed off her skills recently at Philadelphia International Airport, while waiting for a flight home to Buffalo, N.Y.
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Philadelphia to Reboot Its Global Identity in Order to Compete for Business, Talent
After a rigorous selection process, Philadelphia officials have picked the Brownstein Group to help them navigate the process of rebooting the city’s global identity, writes Kenneth Hilario for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Philadelphia, along with three other regions across the country, were chosen by the Brookings Institution to participate in a project that tests how…
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Local Barbers Take Haircuts4Homeless Initiative to New Orleans
Philadelphia barbers Brennon and Tasha Jones, who began cutting hair for the homeless nearly two years ago, recently took their Haircuts4Homeless initiative to New Orleans, writes Hanna Krueger for the New Orleans Times-Picayune. As part of the initiative sponsored by Maestro’s Classic, a barbershop in Bucks County, the pair and their crew have been traveling…
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Here’s Why SEPTA’s Social Media Team May Have Your Commute Memorized
SEPTA’s social media team has expanded its role on Twitter from responding to customers’ questions and complaints to reaching out to see what is happening, writes Michaela Winberg for Billy Penn. The social media team has existed for years. Members run the company’s Twitter account and respond to at least 150 comments per day. Also,…
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Check Out Where Philadelphia Ranks Among 2018’s Best, Worst Places to Retire
Philadelphia rates in the top third of more than 180 cities to retire to nationwide, according to a recently published analysis by WalletHub. To determine its 2018’s Best & Worst Places to Retire, WalletHub compared 182 cities, including the 150 most populated places in the country. It used four key measures: Affordability, Activities, Quality of…
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Jay Sigel Invitational Celebrates 26th Year of Raising Funds to Fight Cancer
The 26th edition of The Jay Sigel Invitational – the premier charity golf tournament in the Delaware Valley – will be held at the prestigious Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square on Monday, Oct. 8. The fundraiser will continue to support prostate cancer research, and now includes breast cancer research, at the Abramson Family Cancer…
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When People Visit These Three Delaware County Towns, They Never Want to Leave
Anyone growing tired of the hustle and bustle of the city can head west to Delaware County to enjoy the many charms of its small towns, according to a report from Curbed Philadelphia. Chadds Ford is a beautiful town that offers a mix of rolling hills, wineries, and historic sites like the Brandywine Battlefield. There’s…
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Report: Philadelphia Region Leads U.S. in Wage Growth
Glassdoor, the company-rating platform, says the Philadelphia metropolitan area leads the country in wage growth over the last year, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. The new economic analysis, which encompassed Philadelphia and parts of surrounding suburban counties, says median base pay rose 2.8 percent to $55,723 over the last year. The report tracked 84 jobs…
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New Study Ranks Local Colleges by Value
Niche.com has published its rankings of the Best Value Colleges in Greater Philadelphia, a list that focus on what a degree from each school can do for a student’s future career and earning potential, writes Clara Lefton for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Some of the factors taken into account were average earnings two and six…
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Airport Unveils Short Story Dispenser for People Wanting to ‘Sit, Be Quiet, Have Something to Read’
Philadelphia International Airport has unveiled its new Short Story Dispenser, which was installed in collaboration with the Free Library of Philadelphia, writes Zoe Bean for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The new kiosk between Terminals D and E has three buttons that offer one-, three-, or five-minute stories for free. After users select a story, it’s printed…
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These Tips Will Help Bring Your Enjoyment of Tastykakes to a Whole New Level
Tastykakes are already legendary for their deliciousness, but these simple “hacks” will help improve your snacking experience and bring it to a whole new level, writes Bethany Ao for the Philadelphia Inquirer. For example, one of the best ways to get the most out of a frosted cupcake is to ensure that the icing does…
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