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Montco Hires Devi Ramkissoon as New Chief Sustainability Officer
Montgomery County recently brought the former executive director of the Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia on board to guide its efforts toward ambitious sustainability goals, writes Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The county plans to transition all of its operations to clean energy and is currently developing a hydroelectric power station in Norristown.…
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West Chester University Students Turn Tiny Dorm Rooms into Stylish Designer Spaces
Many Gen Z college students, including those at West Chester University, are turning their tiny dorm rooms into stylish designer spaces, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. They are spending months getting inspiration from TikTok and Pinterest, coordinating with future roommates, and shopping for essential items such as stylish headboards and chic “fridge bridges.” …
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Penn Medicine Opens New $376 Million Research Center in Philadelphia
Penn Medicine officially recently opened a new research center, a $376 million project that has added eight floors to a seven-story office building housing the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The new levels at 3600 Civic Center Boulevard house teams from the Colton Center for Autoimmunity…
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Philadelphia’s First of Its Kind Pilot Program, Which Gives Cash to Struggling Renters, Proves Effective
The PHLHousing+ program, a first of its kind in the nation, which gives no-strings-attached cash to struggling renters, is proving to be effective, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The program was launched in the fall of 2022. Since then, Philadelphia has been giving cash to 301 households randomly selected from wait lists for…
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SEPTA Requests Up to $394M Bailout to Address Funding Gap That Caused Drastic Service Cuts
SEPTA has requested a bailout of up to $394 million last week to address a funding gap that resulted in drastic service cuts, writes Sri Taylor for Bloomberg. SEPTA officials asked the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to authorize the one-time use of its state capital assistance funds to cover a $213 million budget deficit. This…
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Rittenhouse Square’s James Beard Award-Winning Friday Saturday Sunday is Expanding
The husband and wife duo behind Friday Saturday Sunday, the James Beard Award-winning Rittenhouse Square restaurant, has spent years searching for a space to expand. They have found that space, just next door as their neighbor has decided to sell, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Friday Saturday Sunday is known for its top-notch…
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House of the Week: Charming Colonial in Chestnut Hill
A charming colonial home set on a lovely 0.46-acre lot with four bedrooms and three bathrooms is available for sale in Chestnut Hill. This elegant residence offers a rare combination of timeless charm and modern comfort in a serene, secluded setting. Its many refined details include wide-plank hardwood floors, high ceilings, abundant natural light, and…
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High-End Women’s Boutique Joan Shepp Moves to New Rittenhouse Square Location
Joan Shepp, the high-end women’s boutique in Philadelphia, is moving from its Chestnut Street location to a new space in Rittenhouse Square, writes Lisa Lockwood for Women’s Wear Daily. The popular shop has been a fixture in the city for 54 years and has helped establish Philadelphia as a destination for luxury shopping. The retailer…
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GMercyU Welcomes Largest First-Year Class in 13 Years
Gwynedd Mercy University recently welcomed its largest first-year (freshman) class since 2012. First-year, new-student enrollment for Fall 2025 is up for a third straight year, with this year’s incoming class more than 30 percent larger than last year. Fall 2025 undergraduate applications and acceptances were also at a 20-year high. GMercyU’s growth in enrollment resulted…
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Montgomery County Approves Human Relations Commission to Address Discrimination
The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners voted earlier this week to create a human relations commission to address claims of unlawful discrimination in employment, real estate, housing, and public accommodations, writes Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 2-1 party-line vote to approve the commission follows the growing pressure on Democratic officials in Montgomery County…
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Pica’s Last Upper Darby Dine-in Day Is Now Only Weeks Away
The shutdown of Pica’s Restaurant at 7803 West Chester Pike in Upper Darby is continuing in early fall, with the last day for dine-in Oct. 26, according to an update posted on the restaurant website. The restaurant has been part of the Delaware County community for almost 70 years, reports CBS News Philadelphia. The website…
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Chester County’s Melissa Shusterman Among Small Group of Lawmakers Forgoing Pay During Budget Impasse
Democratic Rep. Melissa Shusterman of Chester County is among a small group of Pennsylvania lawmakers forgoing their paychecks during the state budget impasse, writes Aliya Schneider for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Shusterman, who is joined by nine colleagues, both Democrats and Republicans, is suspending her pay while funds are withheld from schools and other crucial services. …
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Philadelphia Experiencing Tech Renaissance, Leveraging Local Talent and Global Vision
Philadelphia is experiencing a tech renaissance, becoming a hub increasingly recognized worldwide for its innovation and local talent, writes Grace Francisco for Technical.ly. The city has a $76 billion ecosystem value, well above the global average, and recorded $3.3 billion in VC funding in 2024, up 37.5 percent year over year. Philadelphia also ranks No.…
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Southwest Philadelphia Man’s Nonprofit Aims to Help Improve Youth Mental Health
Southwest Philadelphia native Ihsan Hines and the organization he founded years ago helps put mental health at the forefront for himself and his neighbors, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. Hines is the founder and president of My Brother’s Keeper Cares. He launched the organization in memory of his brother, Atif, who died by suicide back…
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Metropolitan Veterinary Associates Partners with Harcum College to Strengthen Veterinary Career Pathways
Metropolitan Veterinary Associates (MVA), the region’s leading specialty and emergency veterinary hospital, has formed new partnership with Harcum College’s Animal Center Management program. Metropolitan Veterinary Associates (MVA) is the Philadelphia region’s trusted leader in specialty, emergency, and urgent veterinary care. With a team of board-certified specialists and highly trained staff, MVA delivers advanced medical care…
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Eastern University Dedicates Templeton Hall During Centennial Year and Honors College’s 25th Anniversary
Eastern University recently hosted a blessing ceremony to dedicate Templeton Hall, the newly renovated and expanded home of the Templeton Honors College (THC). The event, held in the Clemens Hall recital space, brought together students, faculty, staff, alumni, trustees, donors, local clergy, and community members to celebrate this transformative milestone in Eastern’s centennial year and the Templeton…
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Penn State Brandywine Resident Assistants Offer Home Away From Home
Orchard Hall, Penn State Brandywine’s on-campus residence, is more than just a building for students to rest between classes – it’s where they gain independence, build community, and support one another academically. At the very center of it are the resident assistants (RAs) who help make it feel like a true home away from home,…
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Greystar Plans 205 Apartments at Former King of Prussia Office Site
National apartment developer, Greystar, is eyeing another major project in King of Prussia, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company has filed plans to demolish an 85,000-square-foot aging office building at 720 Vandenburg Road. In its place, they will construct a six-story, 205-unit apartment complex. The U-shaped development would include a central…
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