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Newtown’s Very First Tattoo Parlor is Holding its Grand Opening This October
Philly Joe Tattoo Studio, led by celebrated artist Joe Thomas, is set to make history as the first tattoo parlor approved in Newtown, opening at 159 Sycamore Street this October. A Philadelphia native with over a decade of tattooing experience, Thomas founded Philly Joe Tattoo Studio in Bensalem, where it celebrated its fifth anniversary in…
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A Philly Lawyer is Helping LGBTQ+ Couples Protect Their Marriages
Angela Giampolo, founder and principal attorney at Giampolo Law Group, is helping LGBTQ+ couples protect their marriages under potential concerns regarding the current administration and U.S. Supreme Court, writes Fallon Roth for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Giampolo specializes in estate planning for LGBTQ+ couples in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Estate planning helps couples stay legally bound…
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‘Wheel of Fortune’ Auditions to Return to Philadelphia for First Time in a Decade
Wheel of Fortune, the beloved decades-old game show, will be coming to Philadelphia in search of contestants for the first time since 2015, writes Molly McVety for PhillyVoice. On Thursday, September 18 and Friday, September 19, producers of the show will be at the Event Center in Rivers Casino lookin for contestants from 11 a.m.…
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GMercyU’s Griffin Scholars Program Welcomes New Cohort
Gwynedd Mercy University recently welcomed its newest cohort of the Griffin Scholars Program (GSP) at a reception in Assumption Hall. This is the second year for GSP, which connects incoming first-year students who are underrepresented and first-generation with faculty and staff for intentional support, guidance, and perspective for their first two years on campus. New…
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Elmwood Park Zoo’s Solar Partnership with PECO Powers Its Conservation Mission
When Elmwood Park Zoo decided to embrace solar energy, it found the perfect partner in PECO. In July, the zoo celebrated the completion of its new solar installation — a project made possible in part through PECO’s solar incentive programs that support cleaner energy adoption across southeastern Pennsylvania. The solar panels now gleaming on the roof of…
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Private Investors Acquire Taylor Hospital in Ridley for $1M
Private investors have snatched up Taylor Hospital in Ridley for $1 million, with plans to re-establish medical services there that would include an emergency room, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The group of private investors, known as KQT Aikens Partners, is being led by Todd Strine, majority owner of the Delaware County…
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Bucks County Schools Launch New Programs to Combat Teacher Shortage
Bucks County schools have launched new programs aimed to attract, prepare and retain teachers amid a nationwide shortage, writes Kai Lincke for the Bucks County Courier Times. While the situation in Bucks County is not as dire as in 45 Pennsylvania counties with a severe or extremely severe teacher shortage, it is estimated that local…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Todd Williams, PhD, President and CEO, Cairn University
Todd Williams, President of Cairn University, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in Middletown, Pa., embracing Christianity and theological studies in his early teens, and discovering his love for teaching while giving horsemanship lessons at a local summer camp. After a forklift accident derailed his military ambitions, Williams eventually enrolled in what was then…
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Cardone Industries 1.3 Million-Square-Foot Northeast Philadelphia Headquarters Available for Lease
NorthPoint Development has listed Cardone Industries’ former 1.3 million-square-foot headquarters in Northeast Philadelphia as being available for lease, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The move indicates that the storied manufacturer will exit the region just two years after it was acquired by Michigan-based First Brands Group. The fully vacant building was acquired…
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Philly Designer Opens New Boutique in Kensington With Handmade Military-Inspired Clothing
Hamid Holloman, a noted menswear designer, recently celebrated the opening of his new boutique storefront in Kensington, writes Kristin Detterline for Philadelphia Magazine. At Holloman Handmade, Holloman gives makes vintage attire stylish. Specifically, he makes handmade military-inspired clothing with repurposed materials, such as raw denim, vintage feed sacks, and kantha fabric from India. “I do…
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Celebrating 10 Years of Philadelphia As a World Heritage City
A decade ago, Philadelphia became the first U.S. city to earn the historic designation of being a World Heritage City. Each year since, Global Philadelphia Association has committed itself to uplifting the city’s heritage, amplifying its global voice, and expanding its growing circle of cultural exchange, civic pride, and responsibility. “At its core, our work…
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Hottest Newcomers in Philadelphia’s September Restaurant Opening Wave
September marks the start of the high season for restaurant openings, with dozens of newcomers expected this month in Philadelphia, including some of the most anticipated projects, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Chef Phila Lorn, fresh off his James Beard win, along with his wife, Rachel, and Jesse Levinson, is preparing to open…
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The One Question Every Leader Should Be Asking
The best leaders don’t have all the answers — but they do know how to ask the right questions. And there’s one question that rises above the rest: “What choice can I make and what action can I take in this moment to create the greatest net value?” The Central Question wakes you up to…
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Protecting Pennsylvania’s Water: Why Infrastructure Investment Can’t Wait
Pennsylvania sits at a crossroads. Our state’s water and wastewater systems — the invisible network of pipes, treatment plants, and monitoring stations that deliver clean water to millions — are facing unprecedented challenges from aging infrastructure and contaminants. As someone who has spent years working to ensure safe drinking water reaches every tap, I can…
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West Chester Native and Former Temple University President Launches Youth Nonprofit
Dr. Jason Wingard, a West Chester native and former Temple University President, is a founder of the new Maryland-based nonprofit, Potomac Community Foundation, writes Ana Lucía Murillo for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Concentrating on youth education, workforce development, and the preservation of Black community histories, the nonprofit serves Montgomery County, Maryland, and surrounding areas. The…
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Royersford 8-Year-Old Makes History at Ursinus College
At just eight years old, Royersford’s Aiden Wilkins is making history as the youngest student ever to enroll in a course at Ursinus College in Collegeville, writes Susan Snyder for the Philadelphia Inquirer. While most children his age are heading into elementary school, Aiden is diving into neuroscience — his first step toward a dream…
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Newest Wawa Signature Hoagie a Saquon Barkley Favorite
Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley now has his own signature hoagie at Wawa and for a limited time, you can give it a try, writes Ariel Simpson for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The signature hoagie honor is just the latest in a series of accomplishments for Barkley. He rushed for 2,000 yards, performed stunts like…
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For Penn Engineering Vice Dean Vanessa Chan, Selling Skills is Just As Vital As Innovation
Vanessa Chan, vice dean of Penn Engineering, believes that proper and well-developed sales skills are essential in ensuring an innovation can be launched effectively, writes Sarah Huffman for Technical.ly. Chan noted that, despite popular belief, Thomas Edison did not invent the lightbulb, but he is remembered for it because he figured out how to bring…
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