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Firehouse Subs Eyes Parkesburg as It Plots Comeback in Philadelphia Area After Three-Year Absence
After exiting the Philadelphia market three years ago, Firehouse Subs is plotting an aggressive comeback, with Parkesburg being considered as a potential location, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The sandwich maker is aiming to have between 50 and 80 new outposts in the region over the next five to ten years, with hopes that the first ten locations will open within the next three years,…
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Pennsylvania Film Office Grants $6M to Netflix Series ‘Tires’ for Philadelphia-Area Production
Based in West Chester, the Netflix comedy series Tires is set to receive $6 million from the Pennsylvania Film Office to produce its third season in the Philadelphia region, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Funding comes through Pennsylvania’s Film Production Tax Credit Program, which provides a 25 to 30 percent tax credit to productions that allocate at…
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We Are Not Alone: Chester Counties Beyond Pennsylvania
Our Chester County is a place where locals and visitors enjoy living, working, and playing. While not the largest county in Pennsylvania, it is the wealthiest, leading to an influx of people who cherish its business opportunities, historic landmarks, nature, and more. But there are other Chester Counties, one in Tennessee and the other in South Carolina. Each county has a special connection to…
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Chester County Sees Boom in Charming Roadside Bakeries
Charming micro-bakeries are increasingly popping up throughout Chester County, with roadside carts and stands scattered along local roads, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Devon Road Made, owned by Jacqueline Spain, is one of the newest additions to this local roadside bakery scene, where owners prepare pastries at home for their communities. “Food is love, love is food,”…
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Upgrade Time: Saquon Barkley Bought Malvern Mansion After Trading to Eagles
When Saquon Barkley upgraded his team from the New York Giants to the now Super Bowl-winning Philadelphia Eagles, he also traded in his New Jersey home for a mansion in Malvern, writes Mary K. Jacob for the New York Post. The 28-year-old football running back purchased a 10,000-plus-square-foot house in Chester County in April. He…
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Plans Advance to Transform Wayne Office Building into 162-Unit Apartment Complex
Following required approvals, the partnership of Malvern-based E. Kahn Development, Wayne-based Love Communities, and Harrisburg’s Triple Crown Corp. is proceeding with plans to convert a Wayne office complex into 162 apartments, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The partnership purchased the then half-empty property for $10.2 million, taking a calculated risk on whether a future conversion would be approved given the…
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Koselig Nook, a Cozy ‘Third Place,’ to Open in Exton This Month
Koselig Nook, designed as a cozy “third place” for gathering or quiet alone time, is expected to open in Exton later this month, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Owner Aracelis Mullin intentionally designed the teahouse to evoke calm, using welcoming furniture, soft lighting and curated scents. The space is a relaxing stopping point between work, school and home, offering visitors a spot to…
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Malvern’s Vanguard Announces Second Major Fee Cut in Year, Totaling Nearly $250 Million
Malvern-based Vanguard Group said on Monday that it is slashing fees on 53 investment funds, representing its second major reduction in fees in a year, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The fee reductions translate to an average savings of 27 percent for investors, totaling nearly $250 million. On Feb. 1, 2025, the firm reduced fees on…
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Harvest Seasonal Grill Cuts Prices, Boosting Traffic and Profit for West Chester-Based Group
Harvest Seasonal Grill, part of Harvest Restaurant Holdings in West Chester, is responding to rising food costs by lowering prices, which has boosted both customer traffic and profits, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The farm-to-table bar-restaurant, with eight locations in the region, noticed that higher prices correspond with fewer patrons. “Every time check averages…
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James Spinelli Aims for More Growth After Building Berwyn Firm to 190 Advisors in 25 States
After growing his firm, Great Valley Advisor Group in Berwyn, to 190 advisors across 25 states in 12 years, James Spinelli is looking toward further expansion, writes Steve Garmhausen for Barron’s. He has already secured capital from LPL Financial to help him achieve that goal. Spinelli grew up near the location where his firm is now headquartered. After earning…
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Previously Outsourced, Malvern’s Vanguard Group Reclaims Hundreds Of Local Jobs From Infosys
Vanguard Group is bringing hundreds of jobs back from Infosys to its Malvern headquarters, following a 1,300-position outsourcing move six years ago, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The investment giant is laying off 248 employees at its Infosys subsidiary BPM Limited in Chesterbrook, with 96 percent getting offered positions within Vanguard. The layoffs are scheduled to occur between…
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New York Hospitality Firm Acquires Malvern Residence Inn for $14.7 Million
A New York-based Samar Hospitality affiliate has purchased the 127-room Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Great Valley/Malvern for $14.7 million, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. At $115,748 per key, the sale price exceeds the five-year average of $100,971 per room for hotel transactions in the market. Property records show that 10 GWB Owner, the buyer, is managed by Samar, a…
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From Birchrunville to Exton, Chef Francis Pascal has a Lasting Impact on Chester County’s Food Scene
You may have already tasted food created by Chef Francis Pascal at Birchrunville Store Cafe; now get ready for his newest expansion in Exton with L’Olivo Trattoria, writes Marilyn Johnson for Philly Grub. Since 1999, Birchrunville Store Cafe has quietly snuck into the hearts of thousands of restaurant-goers who adore the soul-filled menu and unique fine-dining…
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Pennsylvania Supreme Court Blocks Proposed Sale of Chester Water Authority
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has blocked the proposed sale of the cash-strapped Chester Water Authority, which provides water service to 200,000 residents in Chester and Delaware counties, to a for-profit company, writes Peter Hall for the Pennsylvania Capital-Star. The justices’ decision means that the city’s financial guardian cannot unilaterally force the transfer of the water authority’s assets to the city…
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VIPs Gather for Kickoff of America250 PA Celebration in West Chester
Former Pennsylvania Gov. Mark Schweiker joined VIPs in West Chester for the kickoff of the America250 PA Chester County celebration, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. “We can’t miss a birthday party,” said Schweiker. “This is a unique one. It’s not just July 4th, but a buildup to July 4th, and it’s open to all Americans.” The event attracted a standing-room-only…
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New Family Homeless Shelter Unveiled in West Chester
The Friends Association recently unveiled a new family shelter in West Chester, expanding low-barrier emergency housing options in Chester County, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. The ribbon cutting this week drew dozens of county officials, local leaders, and social service advocates, followed by a tour of the facility. “This is not just a ribbon cutting – it’s a declaration…
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Major U.S. 30 Interchange Work Planned for Chester County With 2034 Start
Major changes are being planned for several Chester County interchanges as part of projects to improve a 7.5-mile stretch of U.S. Route 30, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The proposed interchange changes affecting multiple Chester County towns, including Caln, East Brandywine, Easttown, West Brandywine, Uwchlan, and Downingtown, have been under conceptual design by Pennsylvania’s Department of Transportation to…
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Former Archbishop Wood Star Collin Gillespie Emerges as Key Contributor for Suns
A Villanova product and Archbishop Wood graduate, Collin Gillespie has emerged as a key contributor for the Phoenix Suns in his second NBA season, writes Matt Breen for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Recruited by Jay Wright in 2017, Gillespie was told he would redshirt his freshman year at Villanova, with a potential complementary role not expected until his fifth year. “I…
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