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Philadelphia’s Gender Pay Gap Is Closing, But Not for Women of Color
Philadelphia’s gender pay gap is closing, but for women of color, the finish line keeps moving further away. A new report from the Forum of Executive Women, shared first with Axios Philadelphia’s Isaac Avilucea, found that women across the city earned about 88.8 cents for every dollar men earned in 2024, up from 85.5 cents in 2015. …
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Dining Under the Stars in Media: Ten Unforgettable Restaurants to Try on State Street
For five months a year, Wednesday night in Media doesn’t look like a Wednesday night anywhere else. The cars disappear, the tables come out, and State Street becomes one long open-air dining room under the early-evening light. Now in its 19th season, Dining Under the Stars kicked off in early May and runs every Wednesday through September 30, from around 5…
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FloatLab Arrives at Bartram’s Garden: A First-of-Its-Kind Floating Public Space for Philadelphia’s Schuylkill River
A bright yellow disc the size of a backyard swimming pool is floating up the Schuylkill River this week, and it’s about to change how Philadelphians experience the water. FloatLab, a 75-foot-wide circular platform, arrived near the Platt Bridge on the morning of Wednesday, June 10, before a tugboat guided it to its permanent home at Bartram’s Garden, reports Cherise Lynch for NBC…
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Upper Darby’s Tina Fey and Colman Domingo Prove Philly Loyalty Extends to the Cheese Plate
Two of Hollywood’s biggest names have a message for the culinary world: burrata is overrated, and they’re blaming Philadelphia, reports Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Tina Fey and Colman Domingo, who star together in Netflix’s hit comedy series The Four Seasons, went on record with their unpopular cheese opinion during a Food & Wine Taste-Off video, and the…
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How to Plan a Philadelphia Food Weekend, Starting With Where You Stay
Philadelphia has spent the last few years quietly turning into one of the country’s most exciting places to eat, writes Regan Stephens for Bon Appétit. The accolades have piled up, from James Beard recognition to the city’s first Michelin Guide, but Philly’s real flavor isn’t confined to white-tablecloth dining rooms. It lives in Reading Terminal Market, the Italian Market, corner bakeries,…
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How a Ben Affleck Lunch Visit Transformed Luna’s Mexican Grill in Swarthmore Overnight
On March 27, Ben Affleck walked into a small Mexican restaurant in Swarthmore for a bite and changed everything for the woman behind the counter. Affleck had stopped by Luna’s Mexican Grill while touring Swarthmore College with his teenager, Fin, a prospective student. When photos of the Hollywood actor enjoying his meal spread across social media,…
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Paul Beale’s Flowers in West Oak Lane Has Been a Philadelphia Family Legacy for 55 Years
In Philadelphia’s West Oak Lane neighborhood, a flower shop has been quietly marking life’s most important moments for 55 years, and it’s still very much a family affair. Paul Beale’s Flowers was founded on May 1, 1971, by Paul Beale Sr. and his wife, Altermese. Before opening the shop, Paul had spent 15 years managing Stein’s Florist in Philadelphia,…
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ChristianaCare’s $50.9M Aston Micro-Hospital Opens Amid Delaware County Healthcare Crisis
ChristianaCare’s new micro-hospital in Aston opened its doors this week, marking a significant milestone for Delaware County residents still reeling from Crozer Health’s recent closures, reports Sarah Gantz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The facility, located at 700 Turner Industrial Way, is built for around-the-clock care. Its 24/7 emergency department features 10 treatment beds and is projected to serve roughly 15,000 patients…
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‘Task’ Emmy Campaign: HBO Positions Delco Crime Drama Across Major Awards Categories
HBO is making a serious awards season push for Task, the Delaware County-area crime drama that has quickly become one of television’s most talked-about series. The network has revealed its Emmy submission strategy, positioning the show as a contender across nearly every major category, from acting and writing to directing and craft, according to Nellie Andreeva for Deadline. …
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263-Room Philadelphia Airport Hotel for Sale: Embassy Suites Lists at $40M Appraisal
A familiar name near Philadelphia International Airport could soon be under new ownership. The 263-room Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport at 9000 Bartram Ave. has been put up for sale by Dallas-based Ashford Hospitality Trust, a move that would mark the company’s exit from the Greater Philadelphia market, according to Emma Dooling of the…
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Wawa Closes 43-Year-Old Marlton Store as the Chain Shifts Toward More Modern Locations
After 43 years, the Wawa at 491 Route 73 in Marlton has served its last hoagie. The store closed on May 28, ending more than four decades of service at the corner of Route 73 and Brick Road, reports Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Wawa described the decision as the result of a…
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Swarthmore College’s New Program Could Mean Free Tuition for Thousands of Families
A Delaware County college just made a major move to take cost off the table for thousands of families, reports Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. Swarthmore College announced Monday that starting in fall 2027, it will cover full tuition for students from families earning less than $200,000 a year, a significant commitment from one of the country’s most…
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Ridley Creek State Park: The Ultimate Guide to a Summer Day Trip in Delaware County
Summer in Delaware County doesn’t always require a long drive or an expensive getaway. Sometimes the perfect escape is hiding in plain sight, just off a suburban road in Delco, or 16 miles from Center City Philadelphia, depending on which direction you are coming from. Ridley Creek State Park, which spans Edgmont, Middletown, and Upper Providence Townships, does not announce…
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Former Sixers President and Lansdowne Native Pat Croce Takes on Everest While Battling Rare Blood Cancer
Pat Croce, the 71-year-old former Sixers president, entrepreneur, and spiritual seeker, faced one of his hardest challenges yet: taking chemotherapy pills while trekking Mount Everest. Once known for his roaring “I feel great!” optimism, Croce built a fortune in physical therapy, helped revive the Philadelphia 76ers, and became a larger-than-life figure in Philly sports, reports Larry…
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Aronimink Neighbor Earns Thousands Renting Home to Top PGA Golfer During 2026 Championship
When a top-10-ranked professional golfer needed a place to stay during the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club, he didn’t book a hotel; he booked Greg Murray’s house. Murray, a Delaware County entrepreneur and owner of GM Mechanical, Bernie’s Pretzels, and Murray’s Bar and Grille, walked away with a reported $50,000 to $100,000 after renting his St. David’s…
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Allegiant Air Launching New Nonstop Flights to Florida from Trenton-Mercer and PHL Airports
Allegiant Air is making a bigger bet on the Philadelphia region this fall, announcing two new nonstop Florida routes that could mean cheaper travel options for thousands of local flyers. Starting Oct. 2, the budget carrier will launch nonstop service between Philadelphia International Airport and St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport. On the same day, travelers out…
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Former Iron Hill Brewery in Media Up for Lease Seven Months After Bankruptcy
The future of the former Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant on State Street is still up in the air seven months after the beloved regional craft beer chain filed for liquidation bankruptcy and abruptly shuttered all of its locations. The 9,300-square-foot Media brewpub is now on the market for lease, joining a handful of other vacant Iron…
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Less Than 2 Percent of People Are Taught to Listen. Christine Miles Is Changing That
Have you ever been taught how to listen? It’s a skill that less than two percent of individuals are ever formally taught to master. Chester County author, educator, speaker, and creator of The Listening Path, Christine Miles, has spent her career studying what happens when people fail to truly hear one another, and she calls it “the listening gap.” It’s the space in conversations where meaning gets lost, pain goes…
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