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Meet the Philadelphia Native Designing Costumes for Two Hit TV Shows
While it’s easy to focus on the on-screen aspects of watching a popular TV show, a whole team of individuals work behind the scenes to make sure everything on-screen can come to fruition. One of the many important, but sometimes overlooked, components is the costume design and one Philadelphia native is behind the costume design…
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Medium Rare, Steak Frites Restaurant Chain, to Make Philadelphia Debut in Fishtown
Medium Rare, the Washington D.C.-based steak frites restaurant, is opening its ninth location when it officially debuts in Philadelphia on Friday, August 8, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The new location will be located at 1540 Frankford Avenue in Fishtown. Medium Rare is run by business partners and co-owners Mark Bucher and…
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Huge Planned Project in Wynnefield Would Essentially Create New Neighborhood in Philadelphia
A sprawling, new development with 169 residential units in West Philadelphia could create a new neighborhood between City Avenue and the Schuylkill River, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The planned project, called Wynnefield Heights Square, launched its pre-sales with 142 condo units that start at $289,000 and 27 townhomes starting at $499,000.…
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Summer PLCB Lottery Now Open With $7,500 Weller Millennium Straight Bourbon Among Offerings
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board has opened its summer 2025 limited-release lottery, with the $7,500 Weller Millennium Straight Bourbon among the offerings, writes Sam Ruland for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The lottery offers eligible Pennsylvania residents and licensees a chance to purchase some of the nation’s rarest and most sought-after bourbons and whiskeys. Registration opened Monday…
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Penn State alumnus Dax Frakes joins Brandywine Alumni Society board
Penn State alumnus Dax Frakes, class of 2011, has joined the Brandywine Alumni Society as a board member, bringing his passion for community, mentorship and giving back to a campus close to home, writes Christina Billie for Penn State Brandywine. A Philadelphia native and proud Penn Stater, Frakes hopes to make a meaningful impact by…
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Gouldsburger’s Bold Flavors Coming to Ardmore This September
Gouldsburger’s is known for serving delicious classics with a gourmet twist, which has secured it a loyal following. The new franchise will be operated by South Jersey married couple Mike O’Leary, a detective with the Gloucester County Police Department, and Samantha Sandoz, a real estate professional. The menu offerings will include juicy burgers made with…
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West Chester University Seeks to End Housing Struggle by Adding 900 Beds in Master Plan
After years struggling with shortages of on-campus housing, West Chester University will add 900 new beds through a series of projects in its master plan, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The school’s council of trustees approved additional housing in the spring for the 409-acre campus through building additions, renovations, and a new…
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This Cozy Doylestown Diner Serves Some of the Best Pancakes in the County
Doylestown’s Cross Keys Diner, a former farmhouse turned eatery, is a delicious spot to grab a bite to eat, known for its cornmeal buttermilk pancakes, writes Claire Allar for Family Destinations Guide. These pancakes are the perfect balance of crispy on the edges and fluffy in the middle, thanks to the addition of cornmeal.…
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Philadelphia Traffic Ranking Improves to No. 21 Among Largest U.S. Metro Areas
It might not feel like it when stuck in traffic on I-76 during rush hour, but commuting in Philadelphia is improving at least compared to other metro areas, writes Jeff Tomik for PhillyVoice. ConsumerAffairs recently released its annual report ranking the 50 most populous metropolitan areas by worst traffic. Philadelphia dropped to No. 21 this…
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This App Helps You Find Philly’s Public Restrooms, Water Fountains, and More
A web app called PHLASK is helping tourists, families, and even Philadelphia residents locate and access certain resources throughout the city, writes Angie Bacha for Technical.ly. The app was originally created as a social practice art project that served to examine water access throughout the city. However, when the COVID-19 pandemic led to many drinking…
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Independence Health Group Names New President and CEO
Kelly Munson will succeed Gregory Deavens as President and Chief Executive Officer of Independence Health Group, effective Oct. 1. Deavens, who assumed the CEO role in 2021, announced his planned retirement in January. Munson currently serves as President and CEO of AmeriHealth Caritas, a jointly owned subsidiary of Independence Health Group. “Kelly is a savvy…
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Philadelphia Is Heaven For Frozen Treat Lovers
Philadelphia is heaven for frozen treat lovers, with many famous spots scattered throughout the city that serve everything from real-fruit water ice to Philly-style ice cream, writes Regan Stephens for Food & Wine. John’s Water Ice, founded in 1945 by Italian immigrant John Cardullo, is one of the most popular spots in Philadelphia during the…
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This South Philadelphia Pizzeria is Earning High Praise for Having Some of the Best Cheesesteaks in the City
Philadelphia has several iconic food staples, with cheesesteaks being one of them. With so many different shops to choose from for a delicious cheesesteak, one pizzeria in South Philadelphia stands out having earned a near cult-like following, writes Ceara Milligan for Mashed. That would be Angelo’s Pizzeria. In just over 5 years, the pizza shop…
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192-Unit Apartment Complex Submitted for London Grove by Delaware Developer
London Grove Township could become home to a 192-unit apartment complex proposed for a piece of farmland just off Route 1, next to a shopping center, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The nearly 20-acre site is owned by Pettinaro Co., a real estate firm based in Newport, Delaware. The $50 million project…
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Philadelphia’s Steven Singer Jewelers is Opening a New Location in Newtown
Steven Singer Jewelers is opening a new location in Newtown, bringing their jewelry selection and quality service to Bucks County, writes Andrea Miller for I Hate Steven Singer. The new store will be in The Village at Newtown, in the space next to The Capital Grille. The company announced that it was excited to…
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Celebrate Summer with a Sunflower Festival at Linvilla Orchards
On long, hot summer days, sunflowers are a pleasant distraction. On cooler days, they brighten a slow walk through the fields and gardens, reports PA Eats. These resilient flowers grow slowly, but steadily, reaching full bloom in the latter half of the season, offering amazing long views of deep golden yellow. Many farms intentionally plant…
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Amazon Fresh Sets Mid-August Date for Long-Awaited Northern Liberties Store
Amazon Fresh, which announced plans to open a new Northern Liberties location nearly five years ago, has finally set a date for its new store, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. The new store at the corner of 6th and Spring Garden streets is set to celebrate its grand opening on Thursday, August 14. This will…
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New Drexel President Details Vision for Future of University
Antonio Merlo officially took the reigns as the new president of Drexel University on July 1, and recently outlined his vision for the university, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Overall, Merlo wants to advance the university’s reputation through its co-op program, alumni network, and relationships within the region’s business community. Using a “scaffolding…
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