• How King of Prussia’s BARK U Became the Ultimate Dog Destination with Help from Firstrust Bank

    How King of Prussia’s BARK U Became the Ultimate Dog Destination with Help from Firstrust Bank

    Dog kennels are traditionally known to be a stressful — even frightening — environment for dogs. Ten years ago, Christine Egbert, a certified dog trainer living in Norristown, saw the need to create a daycare and lodging environment for dogs that is not only stress-free but promotes happiness and fun in a clean and safe…

  • Hidden in the Walls: Uncovering Forgotten Home Features

    Hidden in the Walls: Uncovering Forgotten Home Features

    Houses have always reflected the technology, lifestyles, and culture of their times. Across the decades, American homeowners tailored their homes to fit their visual preferences and practical needs. As technology developed, home features once considered trendy quickly fell out of fashion and function. To celebrate American Housing Month, we’re looking to the past to explore…

  • Eastern University Ranks Among Fastest Alternative Teacher Certification Programs in Pennsylvania

    Eastern University Ranks Among Fastest Alternative Teacher Certification Programs in Pennsylvania

    Eastern University ranks eighth out of 25 schools listed on TeachingCertificationDegrees.com’s list of the Fastest Alternative Teaching Certification Programs in Pennsylvania for 2025. With a 12-month completion timeline, Eastern stands among the top institutions across the state that provide streamlined options for aspiring educators to enter the classroom quickly and confidently. TeachingCertificationDegrees.com is a trusted resource that…

  • Inexpensive or Free Summer Activities in Greater Philadelphia

    Inexpensive or Free Summer Activities in Greater Philadelphia

    Whether you’re looking for outdoor activities for the kids or ways to cool off in the air conditioning, the Greater Philadelphia area offers a wide range of inexpensive venues and local community events to enjoy, including summer concerts, museums, nature tours, history walks, and many more adventures to enjoy! There’s no need to spend a…

  • Getting to Know Dr. Troy Baker, Church Farm School’s New Head of School

    Getting to Know Dr. Troy Baker, Church Farm School’s New Head of School

    Dr. Troy Baker, Church Farm School’s incoming Head of School, has extensive experience in faith-based and independent school education. He most recently served as Upper School Director at Breck School, an Episcopal PreK-12 college preparatory school in Minnesota. Prior to Breck, he spent six years at Pace Academy in Atlanta as Director of Student Life…

  • DelVal’s Sixth Annual Spark Bowl Returns to Support Local Entrepreneurs, Nonprofits

    DelVal’s Sixth Annual Spark Bowl Returns to Support Local Entrepreneurs, Nonprofits

    Delaware Valley University, the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce, and Startup Bucks will host the sixth annual Spark Bowl Competition on Nov. 20 in DelVal’s Life Sciences Building auditorium. Spark Bowl is a Shark Tank-style competition that encourages entrepreneurs, innovative businesses, and nonprofits to address social, consumer, and business-oriented challenges in and around Bucks County.…

  • TruMark Financial Celebrates High School Seniors Solving Local Problems with More Than $14K in Scholarships

    TruMark Financial Celebrates High School Seniors Solving Local Problems with More Than $14K in Scholarships

    TruMark Financial Credit Union recently honored six local high school students during its annual Difference Makers Scholarship Breakfast, awarding them more than $14,000 in scholarships. The event highlighted the impact young people are making across the region through volunteerism, advocacy, and creative community solutions. Each student was recognized for leading or contributing to a meaningful…

  • Doylestown-Based McCartney Foundation Benefits Hearing-Impaired, Special-Needs Communities

    Doylestown-Based McCartney Foundation Benefits Hearing-Impaired, Special-Needs Communities

    A nonprofit in Bucks County, inspired by the life and legacy of a pioneering educator, is carrying forward a family’s mission to uplift the deaf and hard-of-hearing communities through empathy, education, and action. Founded in 2014 in memory of Dr. Brian McCartney, a Philadelphia native who was the first deaf superintendent of the Michigan School…

  • PHILADELPHIA Careers – Firstrust Bank

    PHILADELPHIA Careers – Firstrust Bank

    Founded 90 years ago, Firstrust Bank is the largest family-owned commercial bank in the region. Firstrust’s promise is to empower its customers’ success by offering them the most tailored, state-of-the-art banking solutions they can get, along with advice on how to best manage their finances, build their businesses, and overcome financial challenges. Firstrust is looking…

  • Celebrating World Green Roof Day: A Look at PECO’s Iconic Green Roof in Center City

    Celebrating World Green Roof Day: A Look at PECO’s Iconic Green Roof in Center City

    Atop PECO’s headquarters in Center City lies an unexpected oasis that’s helping to shape a greener future for our region. Spanning more than 45,000 square feet, the PECO Green Roof is one of the largest of its kind on an existing building in Pennsylvania — and it’s doing more than just beautifying the skyline. It’s…

  • 18 High School Seniors Receive $360,000 in Scholarships from Green Family Foundation, Firstrust Bank

    18 High School Seniors Receive $360,000 in Scholarships from Green Family Foundation, Firstrust Bank

    In a powerful show of support for the next generation of changemakers, the Green Family Foundation and Firstrust Bank recently awarded $360,000 in scholarships to 18 exceptional high school seniors during a ceremony at the Firstrust Bank Club at the Philadelphia Eagles stadium. The students, chosen for their vision and commitment to their communities, are…

  • GMercyU to Host 38th Annual Golf Tournament on Sept. 29

    GMercyU to Host 38th Annual Golf Tournament on Sept. 29

    Gwynedd Mercy University will host its 38th Annual Golf Tournament on Monday, Sept. 29. The event is sponsored by Irwin & Leighton, a King of Prussia-based construction firm, and will be held at the Manufacturers’ Golf & Country Club in Fort Washington. Space is limited to 124 golfers. The tournament is a scramble format in…

  • Small but Mighty: Church Farm School’s 18-Member Graduating Class Earns Impressive College Acceptances

    Small but Mighty: Church Farm School’s 18-Member Graduating Class Earns Impressive College Acceptances

    Surrounded by family, friends, faculty, and fellow Griffins, the 18 members of Church Farm School’s Class of 2025 were recently honored during graduation ceremonies on the private boarding and day high school’s campus in Exton. While the graduating class is smaller than in past years, its accomplishments are sizable. Three members — Hector Audelo Gutierrez…

  • DelVal Partners with Aramark Collegiate Hospitality to Elevate Campus Dining Experience

    DelVal Partners with Aramark Collegiate Hospitality to Elevate Campus Dining Experience

    Delaware Valley University has selected Aramark Collegiate Hospitality as its new dining services provider, following a competitive review process aimed at enhancing the campus dining experience for students, faculty, staff, and guests. The partnership will commence operations on July 1 and will include residential, athletic, catering, conference, and retail dining, resulting in a comprehensive approach…

  • Child Guidance Resource Centers Welcomes Lisa Roberts Cadorette as New CEO

    Child Guidance Resource Centers Welcomes Lisa Roberts Cadorette as New CEO

    Child Guidance Resource Centers (CGRC), a leading nonprofit provider of behavioral and mental health services for children and families across the Greater Philadelphia region, has appointed Lisa Roberts Cadorette as its new President and CEO. Cadorette brings more than 35 years of nonprofit leadership experience, specifically within healthcare and higher education settings. A lifelong resident…

  • IBX’s Expanded Behavioral Health Services Deliver Faster Care, Improved Health Outcomes, and Reduced Costs

    IBX’s Expanded Behavioral Health Services Deliver Faster Care, Improved Health Outcomes, and Reduced Costs

    Independence Blue Cross is closing critical gaps in care and delivering impactful results with its expanded behavioral health services, which include services for both mental health and substance use disorder. A key part of these services is the IBX Connect to Care provider network, which uses IBX’s live intake and scheduling tools to help members quickly find…

  • Beyond Calculations: Understanding and Enhancing the Value of Your Company

    Beyond Calculations: Understanding and Enhancing the Value of Your Company

    In the world of family-owned and privately held businesses, there is one inevitable truth: every business is going to transition. For owners, the question becomes, how can you best prepare to transition on your terms? It’s essential for you and your executive team to understand the value of their business not only when a sale…

  • C&N Shares 6 Steps to Protect Your Business from Cybercrime

    C&N Shares 6 Steps to Protect Your Business from Cybercrime

    Take a moment to think about how vital technology has become to running your business. New advancements in technology have streamlined the way you communicate, accept payments, pay bills, track inventory, manage payroll, and much more. But with these advances come new risks. Fortunately, we have six steps that you can take to better protect you…