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Penn Dry Goods Market at Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center in Pennsburg Returns May 16-17
The annual Penn Dry Goods Market, a textile-focused antiques and vintage show with dealers hailing from all over the state and beyond, will be held on Friday, May 16 from 10 AM-5 PM and Saturday, May 17 from 10 AM-3 PM at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center in Pennsburg. The event benefits the Schwenkfelder…
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IBX Launches Celebrate Caring Campaign to Recognize Outstanding Nurses, ‘the Backbone of Healthcare’
Independence Blue Cross is now accepting nominations for its 2025 Celebrate Caring campaign, which highlights extraordinary nurses in the region. Members of the community can help IBX recognize those special nurses who demonstrate a continued excellence when caring for others by submitting nominations starting now, during National Nurses Week. Nominations will be accepted through May 31.…
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Eagles and Firstrust Bank Award High School Entrepreneurs in Student Business Pitch Competition
Five teams of students from four high schools in the Greater Philadelphia region recently competed in a business pitch challenge hosted by the Philadelphia Eagles and Firstrust Bank. The competition marked the culmination of the Entrepreneurs Game Plan powered by the Science of Sport program, a digital learning platform implemented in 35 area high schools…
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PECO Advancing Tree and Vegetation Management Initiatives to Reduce Outages, Enhance Service Reliability
PECO is executing a strategic tree and vegetation management program across its southeastern Pennsylvania service area to help reduce power outages caused by severe weather, support infrastructure enhancements, and improve the overall safety and reliability of electric service for customers. Trees and other vegetation account for approximately 40 percent of power outages across the region,…
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Police Athletic League of Philadelphia Honors Firstrust Bank CEO Tim Abell at Annual Awards Gala
For decades, Firstrust Bank has been a steadfast supporter of the Police Athletic League of Philadelphia’s mission of “Cops Helping Kids.” The bank’s mission to cultivate prosperity for its customers, employees, and the communities it serves dovetails seamlessly with PAL’s work, as both organizations are helping to build a Philadelphia where everyone — especially the…
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Letting Go to Level Up: SimplyPut Consulting’s Back-Office Transformation
At SimplyPut Consulting, we specialize in helping businesses streamline operations and unlock growth through tailored, transformative ERP (enterprise resource planning) solutions. Whether our clients are scaling for the first time or optimizing for the next stage of growth, we implement the systems and processes that drive clarity, control, and measurable results. But like many fast-moving…
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Citadel Heart of Learning Awards Honor Most Inspiring Teachers Throughout Greater Philadelphia
Citadel Credit Union has announced the 2025 recipients of its Citadel Heart of Learning Awards, recognizing 32 exceptional teachers from across Citadel’s Greater Philadelphia footprint, including Bucks, Chester, Montgomery, Lancaster, Delaware, and Philadelphia counties. With this year’s distribution of more than $85,000 in grants, a 44 percent increase over last year, Citadel continues its 24-year…
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How GMercyU Is Meeting the Next Great Need in Healthcare
Now more than ever, there is a critical demand for healthcare professionals — across all disciplines. Gwynedd Mercy University is meeting this need head on — by following in the footsteps of its founders, the Sisters of Mercy, whose “get it done” mentality has impacted the institution and its “Distinctive Mercy Graduates” for more than…
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GMercyU Named an ‘Opportunity University’ for Student Access, Earnings
Gwynedd Mercy University is ranked as a top “Opportunity College and University” in the new Student Access and Earnings Classification by the Carnegie Foundation. This classification measures both earnings after college and the accessibility of a college education regardless of socioeconomic background. GMercyU is among only 16 percent of the nation’s colleges and universities designated…
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DelVal Partners with CHOP for ‘Food as Medicine’ Program
Delaware Valley University has partnered with Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia on its impactful “Food as Medicine” program. Through this collaboration, DelVal will cultivate and deliver fresh, locally grown produce from its campus farms to support food-insecure patients and their families receiving care at CHOP. Beginning in June and continuing through Thanksgiving, DelVal will coordinate bi-weekly…
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‘Access and Opportunity’: Holy Family, Archbishop Ryan Launch Accelerated Pathway to Healthcare Careers
Holy Family University and Archbishop Ryan High School have expanded their long-standing partnership with an innovative dual enrollment program that enables students to graduate from high school with an associate’s degree in health sciences from Holy Family. Formalized through a memorandum of understanding, the initiative empowers Archbishop Ryan students to earn both a high school…
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Citadel Credit Union: How to Protect Yourself from Impersonation Scams
Impersonator scams come in many forms. In these scams, fraudsters try to trick victims into thinking they’re from an entity you trust to take your money. Here are the three most common types of impersonator scams to look out for: Government Scams A government impersonation scam often starts with a call, email, or text from someone who says they’re with…
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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…
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PECO Reminds Customers to ‘Know What’s Below’ — and Above — Before Starting Any Project
April is National Safe Digging Month, and PECO reminds residents, businesses, and contractors that safe digging must remain a priority to prevent damage to critical underground energy infrastructure and keep communities safe. Before taking on any project that involves digging, 811 (PA One Call) must be called at least three business days in advance to…
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IBX Foundation Increases Support to Grow Number of Prepared Nurses
The Independence Blue Cross Foundation has announced nearly $1.8 million in new grants as part of its ongoing commitment to strengthen the healthcare workforce. The recent awards to area colleges and universities fund nursing education scholarships and pathway programs, including the IBX Foundation Service Scholars Program for student veterans to become nurses. West Chester University and Drexel University have…
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C&N: Getting Started with Wealth Management to Build a Secure Financial Future
Taking control of your finances, especially navigating complex topics like wealth management, can feel overwhelming. However, this guide equips you with the knowledge and resources to embark on this journey and build a secure financial future. Understanding the Landscape Before diving in, it’s crucial to solidify your understanding of financial basics. Our Banzai library offers…
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Holy Family Earns Prestigious Carnegie Classification as ‘Opportunity University’ for Driving Economic Mobility
Holy Family University has been recognized in the 2025 Carnegie Classifications as a national leader in student opportunity and outcomes, earning the designation of an “Opportunity College and University — Higher Access, Higher Earnings.” The recognition underscores Holy Family’s commitment to enrolling students both locally and regionally, while helping them achieve strong economic outcomes after…
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GMercyU Welcomes New CFO ‘During a Very Exciting Time in Our History’
Gwynedd Mercy University has appointed Jennifer Ginnetti as Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer. Ginnetti had been filling the role on an interim basis since December when the prior CFO left to take a similar position at a larger university. Ginnetti joined GMercyU in 2014 as the Controller and was promoted…
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