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Wistar Institute Recruits Computational Biologist Simon Chu, Ph.D., as Caspar Wistar Fellow in the Caplan Cancer Center
The Wistar Institute, an international biomedical research leader in cancer, immunology and infectious disease, has announced the appointment of Simon Chu, Ph.D., as Caspar Wistar Fellow in the Molecular and Cellular Oncogenesis Program. Chu’s research focuses on genomics data analysis, through the creation & design of novel computational programs and applied machine learning, to uncover and interpret cancer and…
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The Fanatic Dismisses Bristol’s Mike Missanelli, Plans New Midday Host
Bristol native Mike Missanelli, a well-known sports radio personality, has been dismissed by 97.5 The Fanatic with six months remaining on his contract, writes Rob Tornoe for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Beasley Media Group let go of Missanelli ahead of its latest earnings report, which showed drops in both net revenue and operating income, citing “softness…
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East Passyunk is Philadelphia’s Culinary Mecca, With Plenty More to Explore
East Passyunk has become Philadelphia’s culinary mecca, offering many stellar dining options, but visitors will also be able to find plenty more to explore in this bustling neighborhood, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine. East Passyunk highlights its Italian heritage along East Passyunk Avenue, its main thoroughfare, while many new immigrants have also contributed to…
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Meet the Boomi Scientist Connecting the World
In Conshohocken, Boomi is tackling one of the digital age’s toughest challenges, writes Jon Stojan for Digital Journal. The artificial intelligence company is connecting siloed systems so a business’s data can flow seamlessly. Principal Data Scientist Swagata Ashwani has led innovations that are reshaping industries worldwide. Her flagship creation, Boomi GPT, uses natural language processing…
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Wanamaker Building Conversion to Include Several Attractive Features and Amenities
Just over a month after officially completing its acquisition of the Wanamaker Building, TF Cornerstone has provided more details on what its conversion will look like, writes Noah Zucker for BisNow. The city recently issued a permit for the project. The permit unveils plans for the development. This includes two rooftop decks and a swimming…
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GMercyU Named One of the Best Value Colleges in Pennsylvania
Niche.com has ranked Gwynedd Mercy University the 10th Best Value College in Pennsylvania and the ninth Best Value College in the Philadelphia area. Niche.com’s methodology for colleges that are the best value for your money is based on net price, alumni earnings, graduation rates, and student debt using data from the U.S. Department of Education…
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Wawa’s New Travel Center In North Carolina Set To Be Largest Format Facility To Date
Wawa will open its first-ever travel center in Hope Mills, North Carolina, making it the Delaware County company’s largest format facility to date, according to a staff report from the Charlotte Stories. The 8,000-square-foot complex at 630 Chicken Foot Road will open on Aug. 28. Wawa’s new prototype will serve both professional drivers and everyday…
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Former Elementary School Property in Levittown Acquired by Pulte Homes, with Plans for 66 Townhomes
The former Eisenhower Elementary School site in Levittown has found its new owner in Pulte Homes, which plans to build 66 townhomes on the 14-acre property, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The developer paid $4.1 million to CIBC Foundation for the site. Over the past decade, the former elementary school has been…
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West Chester’s QVC Group Navigates Challenges as It Implements New Growth Strategy
Six months after launching its new growth strategy, WIN, focused on expanding its social media and streaming presence, QVC Group continues to face challenges, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company laid off 900 employees in the spring as part of the consolidation of HSN into QVC’s headquarters. It also implemented a…
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Local Developer Carl Dranoff, Dwight City Group Join Forces to Repurpose UArts’ Anderson Hall
Prominent Philadelphia developer Carl Dranoff is partnering with Dwight City Group to convert the former University of the Arts’ Anderson Hall into apartments as an investor, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The CEO of Dranoff Properties also contributed the adjacent parking garage he owns to the project. Anderson Hall, located at 333…
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Amtrak Set to Debut New NextGen Acela High-Speed Trains in Philadelphia
After several years of delays, Amtrak is expected to debut its new, redesigned Acela high-speed trains in Philadelphia later this month, writes Mike D’Onofrio for AXIOS Philadelphia. The trains are expected to debut on Thursday, August 28, at 30th Street Station, and the rest of the Boston to Washington D.C. corridor. Amtrak’s NextGen Acela upgrades…
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Vine Street Set to Receive Needed Safety Improvements, With Traffic Delays Until January 2026
Vine Street, one of the busiest and most dangerous corridors in Philadelphia, is set to receive much-needed safety upgrades over the next five months, writes Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. These upgrades, however, will bring significant disruptions for rush-hour drivers, as traffic delays are expected through January. Construction will begin on Monday, August 18,…
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New 384-Unit Apartment Building Proposed for Manayunk
Developer GMH Communities has proposed a new 384-unit apartment building in Manayunk, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The proposed transit-oriented building would be across Ivy Ridge station and at the site of a beer distributor in Manayunk. The property received conditional zoning permits to build the building with 380 parking spaces, with…
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House of the Week: Stunning and Historic Art Deco in Fairmount
A stunning Art Deco home set on a lovely 0.38-acre lot with nine bedrooms and nine bathrooms is available for sale in the Art Museum area. The historic Bergdoll Mansion, a celebrated Philadelphia landmark for over 100 years, sits majestically atop a hill, exuding elegance and timeless sophistication. Originally commissioned in 1856 by the Kemble…
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Major Donation Ensures Rutgers Law School Remains Leading-Edge and Relevant
South Bronx native, die-hard Yankees fan, Vietnam vet, distinguished law firm partner, twelve-year federal judge, and honors graduate of the Rutgers Law School in Camden Class of 1974 Stephen Orlofsky has led a life filled with purpose and joy. Now, through a generous gift, he is supporting Rutgers Law in continuing to provide world-class and…
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Aqua PA Secures Nearly $7.5M in PENNVEST Funding to Remove PFAS From Drinking Water, Replace Lead Service Lines
Aqua Pennsylvania recently secured a combination of principal forgiveness loans and low-interest loans through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST). Funding totaling $6.1 million will support Aqua Pennsylvania’s continuing commitment to remove PFAS from drinking water. Another $1.3 million in funding will be used for Aqua Pennsylvania’s ongoing lead service line replacement program. PENNVEST funds…
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Chester County Democrats Rally to Urge State Senate for Approval of SEPTA and Mass Transit Funding
State Representative Chris Pielli was joined by Chester County House Democrats and other elected officials at the West Chester Transportation Center last week, urging the state Senate to approve funding for SEPTA and other mass transit systems in Pennsylvania. The news conference followed recent comments by SEPTA that it urgently requires funding to continue its…
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Black Reserve Bookstore in Lansdale Celebration of Black Voices and History
The Black Reserve Bookstore in Lansdale is a hub for Black culture and community, celebrating Black voices, history, and resilience, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. Since being founded by Shaykh Anwar Muhammad in 2017, the shop has expanded significantly, now occupying four times more space than when it started. It is a gathering…
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