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FCC Initiates Second Investigation of Comcast and NBCUniversal This Year
The Federal Communications Commission has launched another investigation into NBCUniversal and its parent company, Comcast, this year, focusing on their management of local broadcast television affiliate stations, writes Nick Vadala for The Philadelphia Inquirer. This follows the commission’s February investigation into the Philadelphia-based company’s diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. In a letter sent to Comcast…
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Penn Medicine Hospitals Rank as Best Hospitals in Region and State
Penn Medicine’s hospitals ranked as the best hospitals in the Philadelphia region and Pennsylvania, according to the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, writes Mike D’Onofrio for AXIOS. The West Philadelphia-based health system maintained its top position for another year despite not actively participating in the rankings process. University of Pennsylvania hospitals and Penn…
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PECO Launches $10 Million Customer Relief Fund to Help Offset Soaring Summer Energy Costs
Hoping to ease the financial strain of rising energy costs during the summer months, PECO has unveiled a new $10 million Customer Relief Fund aimed at helping income-eligible households stay on top of their energy bills. The initiative was recently announced at PA CareerLink Montgomery County during a joint press event with Lieutenant Governor of…
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It’s Lucky No. 7 as Wawa Continues to Expand in Central PA
The 7th Central Pennsylvania Wawa store will open later this month as it continues to expand into Sheetz territory and beyond, writes Sue Gleiter for Penn Live. The doors will open at 8 AM on Feb. 27 on a new Wawa at 1007 Baltimore Street in Hanover, York County. A ribbon cutting takes place at…
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Penn State Brandywine Student Amanda Paez Earns Degree, Owns Sharon Hill Grocery Store
Amanda Paez is not your typical college student. As a business major with a focus in accounting at Penn State Brandywine, she’s pursuing her degree while juggling multiple roles in her life. Paez, who started her college career in 2011 in California, is also a Navy veteran. She and her husband, Steven, moved to the…
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Beauty Is In the Eye of the Customer At These Philadelphia Restaurants
Philadelphia is filled with so many gorgeous restaurants, from the ceilings to the lights, the atmosphere, and everything in between, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé for OpenTable. For instance, SkyHigh inside the Four Seasons features 40-foot windows surrounding all four sides. There are also mirror-paneled ceilings that reflect the sidewalks and allow you to see as far…
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House of the Week: Glamour Meets Parkside Grandeur in Rittenhouse Square
Step into elegance with this rare $6,780,000 listing at 1830 Rittenhouse Square, spotlighted on Realtor.com. . . This full-floor residence, nestled in one of Philadelphia’s most iconic Beaux Arts buildings, blends old-world opulence with contemporary luxury. Once two separate units — including a former ballroom — the home now offers four bedrooms, four full bathrooms,…
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Harcum College Receives Grant to Launch Women’s Flag Football
The Harcum College Athletics Department has received a $5,000 grant from the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Foundation, NFL Flag, and Reigning Champs Experiences to support the development of a Women’s Flag Football program. With this funding, Harcum is taking a major step toward expanding athletic opportunities for women, aiming to be at the…
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IBX’s Post-Acute Care Program Improves Recovery Outcomes, Lowers Costs, Earns National Recognition
Independence Blue Cross is helping to improve recovery outcomes for its Medicare Advantage members after they leave the hospital and reduce costs with its Post-Acute Care Program. The program combines predictive analytics, proactive case management, and a focus on home-based recovery to ensure members receive the right care at the right time after a stay…
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Skyrocketing Home Prices Are Hitting These Delaware County Towns
The top 50 fastest-growing home prices in Pennsylvania include several communities in Delaware County, according to statistics compiled by Stacker. Towns are ranked by the dollar change in the Zillow Home Value Index for all homes over 12 months ending in June 2025. Chadds Ford placed 31st for fastest rising home prices in 2025. A…
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Former Jennersville Hospital Set to Reopen Next Month Under ChristianaCare
The former Jennersville Hospital campus in West Grove is set to reopen next month as ChristianaCare’s first neighborhood hospital, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. “It’s an honor and privilege to expand access to high-quality care for our neighbors in southern Chester County,” said Dr. Janice Nevin, president and CEO of Wilmington-based ChristianaCare. “We will be…
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Two Bucks County Towns Among Pennsylvania’s Best Places to Chill
New Hope and Doylestown were recently ranked among the best small towns in the state to chill out in by World Atlas. Dating back to the 18th century, New Hope features an array of art galleries, restaurants and shops in colonial-era buildings. The town, situated along the Delaware River, offers cozy vibes and plenty of…
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Philadelphia International Airport Ranks Among Ten Most Expensive in U.S.
Philadelphia International Airport is ranked among the ten most expensive airports in the United States, specifically during the summer months, writes Claudia Dimuro for the Harrisburg Patriot-News. A study by Nationwide Vehicle Contracts identified the local airport as the seventh priciest for parking, citing an average weekend cost of $14.57. The top three most expensive…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Allan Matyger, Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer, WSFS Bank
Allan Matyger, Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer at WSFS Bank, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in Newark, Del., learning leadership as the eldest of four brothers, and working nights and weekends at WSFS Bank while earning his computer science degree. Matyger has worked with the organization in one capacity or another…
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Long-Awaited Schuylkill River Swing Bridge on Track for Winter Opening
The construction of the long-awaited Schuylkill River swing bridge is nearing completion, with the opening expected to take place sometime this winter, writes Molly McVety for the Philly Voice. Earlier in July, construction crews installed six new truss segments at the site where the previous swing bridge stood before it was dismantled in 2018. The…
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New Rutgers University President Visits Camden Campus, Highlights Vision for Future
Just a week into his tenure as Rutgers University’s 22nd president, William F. Tate IV arrived in South Jersey at Rutgers University-Camden for his first campus visit with leadership, faculty, staff, and students. Throughout a day of introductory activities and a comprehensive campus tour, Chancellor Antonio D. Tillis offered Tate a personal look at Rutgers-Camden’s…
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Prospect Medical Wants to Drop Delaware County Memorial, Taylor Hospitals
Prospect Medical Holdings has filed a motion to drop two of Crozer Health’s closed hospitals from its bankruptcy estate because of insufficient bids for the properties, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The California-based for-profit received a $1.25 million offer for Delaware County Memorial Hospital in Drexel Hill, closed since 2022, and $575,000 for…
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UPenn Bets on AI Future with Betty Supercomputer in Collegeville
The University of Pennsylvania joined the AI arms race with Betty, a new supercomputer located in Collegeville, about 30 miles from its main campus, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Betty, a glass-walled stack of central and graphics processing units with data storage, will run AI models that generate findings after searching and…
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