• Willow Grove Park Mall Introduces Evening Curfew: Teens Now Require Adult Supervision After Certain Hours

    Willow Grove Park Mall Introduces Evening Curfew: Teens Now Require Adult Supervision After Certain Hours

    As of October 1, the Willow Grove Park Mall does not allow teenagers to shop after certain hours unless accompanied by a parent or guardian, writes Kenny Cooper for the WHYY. During weekdays and Saturdays, visitors under 18 cannot shop unaccompanied by an adult from 5 P.M. until closing. On Sundays, the rule goes into…

  • Kennedy-Kenrick High School Demolished to Make Room for New Homes

    Kennedy-Kenrick High School Demolished to Make Room for New Homes

    The former Kennedy-Kenrick Catholic High School in Norristown is being demolished to make way for a 325-unit multifamily residential complex, reports Rachel Ravina for The Times Herald. Developer Sarah Peck is leading the project, which will transform the 14.5-acre site located at 920 DeKalb Pike, 1910 Arch St., and 220 E. Johnson Highway. Bishop Kenrick…

  • Cencora Welcomes New CEO Robert Mauch Amidst Stable Growth and Future Opportunities

    Cencora Welcomes New CEO Robert Mauch Amidst Stable Growth and Future Opportunities

    On Tuesday, Robert Mauch officially became the new CEO of Conshohocken-based Cencora, formerly AmerisourceBergen, reports John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Mauch succeeds Steve Collis. According to Elizabeth Anderson, an analyst at Evercore ISI, this transition is not expected to result in significant changes, as Mauch is a long-time company insider taking over a…

  • Lambertville Bakehouse Celebrates Reopening with Locally-Sourced Delights

    Lambertville Bakehouse Celebrates Reopening with Locally-Sourced Delights

    The Lambertville Bakehouse officially re-opened its doors on Friday, Sept. 6, reports Jeff Werner for the Patch. The bakery is under the direction of pastry chef Justin Dwyer and his partner Aastha Aron. After relocating from Manhattan, the duo offers a menu featuring classic baked goods made from locally-sourced ingredients. Their opening menu includes fresh…

  • Pennsylvania Turnpike Expands Digital Payment Choices

    Pennsylvania Turnpike Expands Digital Payment Choices

    The Pennsylvania Turnpike has increased the number of digital options drivers can use to cover their tolls, writes Matt Coughlin for KYW Newsradio. “Effective now, customers can use Apple and Google Pay as options to pay their tolls,” said Marissa Orbanek, press secretary for the Turnpike. The Turnpike announced it was adding the two mobile…

  • Abandoned Mansion Owned By Phillies Owner, Bryn Mawr Resident John Middleton’s Son Covered in Graffiti

    Abandoned Mansion Owned By Phillies Owner, Bryn Mawr Resident John Middleton’s Son Covered in Graffiti

    An abandoned mansion owned by the Philadelphia Phillies owner and Bryn Mawr resident John Middleton’s son has been blanketed in graffiti, writes Allie Griffin for the New York Post. Previously, another neglected mansion belonging to John Powers Middleton was taken over by squatters and taggers who have been leaving their artwork all over the house ever…

  • Villanova Receives Historic $11 Million Gift to Enhance Academic Programs

    Villanova Receives Historic $11 Million Gift to Enhance Academic Programs

    Villanova University recently announced a significant donation of $11 million, reports Justin Heinze for the Patch. The donation is meant to enhance various academic programs and facilities. These include the College of Professional Studies, the Italian Studies department, and the new Falvey Library at Vic Maggitti Hall.  This generous gift comes from the late Bernard…

  • Integrate for Good Expands with New Hub, Empowering People with Disabilities

    Integrate for Good Expands with New Hub, Empowering People with Disabilities

    Integrate for Good, a local nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities, celebrated the grand opening of its new community hub on Sept. 18, reports Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. The space in Worcester Township offers a welcoming environment designed to bring people together. Founder and Executive Director Bev Weinberg emphasized the organization’s mission to…

  • Da Burger Jawn Rises Stronger After Devastating Vandalism

    Da Burger Jawn Rises Stronger After Devastating Vandalism

    The Cheltenham community has rallied around a popular local restaurant, Da Burger Jawn after it was vandalized earlier this week, writes Steve Keeley for FOX 29 Philadelphia. Owner Kumony McFarland, known to his customers as Q, answered a distressing call Wednesday morning. Someone had vandalized his beloved homemade food restaurant. He posted a video of…

  • Jeffersonville Golf Club Transformed Into One of Nation’s Best

    Jeffersonville Golf Club Transformed Into One of Nation’s Best

    Jeffersonville Golf Club in Norristown managed to transform from a dried-out, nondescript public course into one of the nation’s best veneus – but it did not happen overnight, writes Jack Hirsh for GOLF. Jeffersonville has a peak rate of $80 on the weekends, which earned it a place on GOLF’s inaugural list of America’s best golf courses you can play for…

  • La Colombe Co-Founder Wants to See Brand Focus on Innovation

    La Colombe Co-Founder Wants to See Brand Focus on Innovation

    La Colombe co-founder and Gladwyne resident Todd Carmichael would like to see the brand refocus on innovation and the development of its coffee products and brick-and-mortar cafes, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Carmichael, who separated from La Colombe after it was acquired by Chobani, shared his vision during an event last week…

  • Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter Gets A Netflix Christmas Special

    Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter Gets A Netflix Christmas Special

    After ruling the summer with her hit tune, Espresso, Sabrina Carpenter, a Quakertown native, is set to continue her reign into the holiday season with a Netflix Christmas special, writes Franki Rudnesky for the Philly Voice. The famous singer and actress will star in A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter. The holiday variety music special will be available on the…

  • Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro Denied Cocktails Under New Liquor Law

    Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro Denied Cocktails Under New Liquor Law

    Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro was ironically the first to be denied an alcoholic beverage under a new state law expanding access to canned cocktails, reports Elizabeth Crisp for The Hill. During an event at Rutter’s convenience store in Central PA, the 51-year-old Abington native tried to purchase Surfside tea and vodka but was refused because…

  • Gov. Shapiro Continues to Boost PA’s Life Sciences Industry

    Gov. Shapiro Continues to Boost PA’s Life Sciences Industry

    Gov. Josh Shapiro once again emphasized his dedication to boosting Pennsylvania’s life sciences industry by continuing to take “concrete actions” during the the Life Sciences Future event, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The event, organized by industry trade group Life Sciences Pa, took place earlier this week in King of Prussia. “The…

  • Horsham Raises Awareness for National Suicide Prevention Month

    Horsham Raises Awareness for National Suicide Prevention Month

    Horsham Township came together to raise awareness during National Suicide Prevention Week, reports Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. The community wanted to provide hope to those struggling. The township building adorned its front lawn with purple pinwheels, signaling their efforts to prevent suicide and promote mental health awareness. Township Manager Bill Walker shared that these…

  • Long Beach Island Beachfront Parcel Hits Market for $21M

    Long Beach Island Beachfront Parcel Hits Market for $21M

    A 2.5-acre beachfront parcel on Long Beach Island has hit the market for $21 million, presenting an amazing opportunity for developers, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to listing agent Jeffrey Childers of Childers Sotheby’s International Realty, the property is one of the largest residential oceanfront parcels in New Jersey. The site…

  • Election Day Security Efforts a Top Priority in Montgomery County

    Election Day Security Efforts a Top Priority in Montgomery County

    Montgomery County law enforcement is stepping up efforts to safeguard democracy on Election Day, reports Justin Heinze for the Patch. Officials aim to crack down on potential threats and interference. District Attorney Kevin Steele emphasized a zero-tolerance stance on threats to officials and volunteers, ensuring safety during the election. The newly established Threat Assessment Management…

  • Nirvana Indian Bistro Brings Delicious Ethnic Cuisine to Bryn Mawr

    Nirvana Indian Bistro Brings Delicious Ethnic Cuisine to Bryn Mawr

    Nirvana Indian Bistro, led by restaurateur Nabin Chhantyal, serves delicious ethnic cuisine at its newest location in Bryn Mawr, writes Ed Williams for the Main Line Today. Chhantyal worked his way up in the restaurant industry for over a decade before he started his first upscale Nirvana Indian restaurant. Since then, he has enjoyed considerable…