• PECO: Get Ahead of Cold Drafts by Air Sealing and Insulating Your Home

    PECO: Get Ahead of Cold Drafts by Air Sealing and Insulating Your Home

    October is Energy Efficiency Month, and PECO is here to help you prep your home for the colder months ahead. Did you know that air sealing can significantly impact your energy costs while helping control humidity and preventing pollen, dust, and insects from entering your home? While many homeowners notice drafts and leaks from poorly…

  • IBX’s 2025 Medicare Advantage Plans Give Members Benefits They Can Count On, at Price They Can Afford

    IBX’s 2025 Medicare Advantage Plans Give Members Benefits They Can Count On, at Price They Can Afford

    Independence Blue Cross has introduced its 2025 Medicare Advantage plans, which give members quality healthcare coverage they can depend on and trust at a price they can afford. IBX’s 2025 Medicare Advantage plans include comprehensive health benefits, a seamless member experience, and access to the largest network of doctors and hospitals in the region. This year,…

  • IBX Foundation’s Service Scholars Program Accelerates Pathway to a Nursing Career for Military Veterans

    IBX Foundation’s Service Scholars Program Accelerates Pathway to a Nursing Career for Military Veterans

    The United States is currently grappling with a nursing shortage that is impacting healthcare. The shortage is causing a ripple effect, which includes rising healthcare costs, concerns about quality of care, and increases in the demand for and complexity of healthcare. For more than a decade, the Independence Blue Cross Foundation has been committed to…

  • Philadelphia Selected to Host Four NCAA Championships During 2027 and 2028

    Philadelphia Selected to Host Four NCAA Championships During 2027 and 2028

    The NCAA has announced host sites for championship events for the 2027 and 2028 seasons, awarding four championship events to Philadelphia in a trio of sports: women’s basketball and men’s and women’s lacrosse. The Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau and its PHL Sports division, along with regional partners from the sports and hospitality communities and…

  • GMercyU Prof Inspires New Best Practice for International Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program

    GMercyU Prof Inspires New Best Practice for International Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program

    Through a transformative educational initiative called the Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program, Gwynedd Mercy University students have been gaining unique perspectives about social justice and the effectiveness of the criminal justice system, according to a staff report from GMercyU. The international program brings incarcerated and non-incarcerated students together as peers and facilitates dialogue and education across…

  • 10 Lessons to Teach Your Teen About Money

    10 Lessons to Teach Your Teen About Money

    As teenagers transition into adulthood, understanding money becomes increasingly important. Some children may take a financial literacy course in school, but it’s not a required course in every district … yet. Pennsylvania recently became the 25th state to require financial literacy classes for all high school graduates starting with the class of 2027, but the curriculum isn’t…

  • Citadel Credit Union Announces Settlement with DOJ, Bolsters Commitment to a Brighter Future for All

    Citadel Credit Union Announces Settlement with DOJ, Bolsters Commitment to a Brighter Future for All

    Citadel Credit Union has entered into a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice. This agreement marks a pivotal moment in Citadel’s journey, embracing the opportunity to reinforce its dedication to community and demonstrate its strong aspiration to ensure access to credit and financial services for every member of the communities it serves. “As we…

  • Are You a Business Owner Whose Bank Is Dropping the Ball? Firstrust Bank Urges You to Throw the Challenge Flag

    Are You a Business Owner Whose Bank Is Dropping the Ball? Firstrust Bank Urges You to Throw the Challenge Flag

    Whether it’s loans, lines of credit, local expertise, or fraud protection, the list of what business owners rely on their banks for is seemingly never-ending. Therefore, having the right banking partner can make all the difference in the world. Firstrust Bank has launched a “Challenge Your Bank” campaign — appropriate given the time of year…

  • Regional Consumers’ Spending and Saving Habits Remain Flexible in Challenging Economy, WSFS Bank Survey Finds

    Regional Consumers’ Spending and Saving Habits Remain Flexible in Challenging Economy, WSFS Bank Survey Finds

    Thirty-eight percent of regional residents are spending more money now compared to last year, while only 28 percent are saving more, according to a Money Trends survey from WSFS Bank. Economic pressures remained, with the rise in costs and inflation noted as the top driver of increased spending (69 percent) among those who said their…

  • New Parents ‘Beyond Impressed’ by Church Farm School, the Second-Best All-Boys High School in Pennsylvania

    New Parents ‘Beyond Impressed’ by Church Farm School, the Second-Best All-Boys High School in Pennsylvania

    “I had a child who was searching for more individualized attention, and he advocated for himself to change schools,” said Malvern resident Tabitha Mabie. “Some were simply out of my budget; some didn’t fit his personality. Some were just too far or not as diverse as we wanted. A friend suggested Church Farm School.” Mabie…

  • Make Well-Informed Refinancing and Homebuying Decisions with These Tips from WSFS Mortgage

    Make Well-Informed Refinancing and Homebuying Decisions with These Tips from WSFS Mortgage

    For individuals who are considering refinancing their mortgage or buying a new home, the housing market’s complexities can be overwhelming — even more so with fluctuating interest rates adding to the uncertainty. Jeffrey M. Ruben, the President of WSFS Mortgage, offers valuable insights on both refinancing and homebuying, and his key considerations serve to help…

  • Compassion Is Key for Downingtown Native Christian Bernard, a New Faculty Member at Church Farm School

    Compassion Is Key for Downingtown Native Christian Bernard, a New Faculty Member at Church Farm School

    Christian Bernard is hard to miss. Besides being 6-foot-8, the new member of Church Farm School’s humanities and cottage faculty has a broad smile, a deep voice, and an engaging presence. In his youth, the Downingtown East graduate played basketball and gravitated toward science and literature. One of his favorite experiences was working with teens…

  • With an Assist from Firstrust Bank, Nancy Glass Broke Barriers to Build a Multimedia Empire

    With an Assist from Firstrust Bank, Nancy Glass Broke Barriers to Build a Multimedia Empire

    Before 2003, when she took a leap of faith by starting what is now one of the Top 100 production companies in the world, Nancy Glass was the first woman to be solo host of a nationally syndicated news show and the first person in cable to be nominated for an Emmy Award for Best…

  • How the Right Banking Partner Can Help You Build and Expand Your Business

    How the Right Banking Partner Can Help You Build and Expand Your Business

    In 2021, Eddie Reis purchased NaBrasa Brazilian Steakhouse in Horsham. It’s there that his partnership with Tomas Zozaya started. Zozaya, who had been working at NaBrasa for over a decade, served as the General Manager of the restaurant before stepping into the role of Director. Together, the two have fine-tuned the Horsham location and, as…

  • C&N Promotes Brian Tevlin to Director of Investment Services

    C&N Promotes Brian Tevlin to Director of Investment Services

    C&N Wealth Management continues to strengthen its team with the promotion of Brian Tevlin to Director of Investment Services. In his new role, Tevlin will lead and expand C&N Wealth Management’s relationship with LPL Financial. “I’m honored to step into this new role and oversee such a strong, established team,” said Tevlin. “I look forward…

  • In Full-Circle Moment for Two Alumni, DelVal Plans Improvements to Livestock Facility

    In Full-Circle Moment for Two Alumni, DelVal Plans Improvements to Livestock Facility

    Delaware Valley University, in partnership with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Bucks County Conservation District (BCCD), has announced plans for the implementation of best management practice improvements at its livestock facility on campus. The plans include a new cattle building, pasture renovations, new fencing, wetlands protection, and improved manure management. When complete,…

  • Navigating the World of Business Franchise Funding

    Navigating the World of Business Franchise Funding

    In the realm of entrepreneurship, the allure of franchising often shines brightly. The promise of established brand recognition, proven business models, and ongoing support can be compelling. However, one critical aspect you must navigate as an aspiring franchisee is how to fund your new venture. Acquiring the necessary capital to invest in a franchise business…

  • Eastern University Begins State-of-the-Art Renovations on Baseball Field

    Eastern University Begins State-of-the-Art Renovations on Baseball Field

    Eastern University has begun renovating the baseball field on its St. Davids campus. The state-of-the-art updates include a synthetic turf that will be playable year-round, as well as new dugouts, bullpens, padding on all walls, batting cages, a sound system, and a large video board. These features will significantly elevate the team’s in-game experience and…