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City Officials Respond to Concerns About Dangerous South Philadelphia Intersection
Philadelphia officials have agreed to address the dangerous intersection of South and LeCount streets following resident complaints that reckless driving in the area has been causing accidents, writes Raymond Strickland for CBS News Philadelphia. The announcement came shortly after a July 9 accident that left a 37-year-old man riding an e-bike in the bike lane…
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SEPTA Pays the Price for Philly’s ‘No One Likes Us’ Reputation. Here’s How We Fix It
On a frigid February morning in 2018, Jason Kelce climbed the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art in a glittering, green‑feathered Mummers costume and delivered the most Philly speech ever given. “No one likes us!” he roared. “No one likes us! No one likes us! We don’t care!” The crowd of a million celebrating…
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Philadelphia Delivery Platform to Make East Coast Tour, Supporting Black-Owned Restaurants
Black and Mobile, the Philadelphia-headquartered food delivery startup, is set to make an East Coast tour with the mission of supporting Black-owned restaurants throughout the country, writes Katie Malone for Technical.ly. Black and Mobile founder David Cabello said the goal after the 60-city tour is to reach between $185,000 to $225,000 in annual recurring revenue…
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House of the Week: Luxury Condo in Society Hill
A luxury condo at The Willings At Independence Park with two bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Society Hill. This sophisticated residence offers a rare blend of luxury and comfort within an exclusive, 23-unit boutique building. Thoughtfully designed, this bi-level top-floor condo combines style and functionality in a bright,…
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New Vintage Clothing Store Coming to Old City in August
Snail, a new vintage clothing store, is opening in Old City on August 1, writes Michaela Althouse for PhillyVoice. It will feature a variety of styles and sizes on its racks, with the primary focus based on classic Americana, including jeans, leather goods, T-shirts, and crewneck sweatshirts. The store is the realization of a lifelong…
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GMercyU Partners with Lehigh Valley Health Network for Nursing, Respiratory Care Opportunities
Gwynedd Mercy University has added the Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) Scholars Program to its growing list of partnerships with leading healthcare organizations that offer GMercyU students loan repayments and immediate job placement upon graduation. GMercyU Nursing students who apply and are selected for the LVHN Scholars Program will receive up to $40,000 in student loan payments…
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Holy Family University’s Economic Impact Surges, Powers Growth in the Region
Holy Family University isn’t just growing — it’s lifting the economy with it. A new study confirms what many in the area already see: the university is fueling job creation and investment, while also boosting economic and social mobility across the region. According to the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania (AICUP), Holy…
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Superman Star David Corenswet Flies to Montco for Hometown Screening
David Corenswet may be the Man of Steel, but he’s still grounded in Montgomery County, writes Shamus Clancy for Philly Voice. The Bryn Mawr native and Shipley School grad returned to his roots to catch a hometown screening of Superman, the summer blockbuster in which he stars as Clark Kent. On The Tonight Show Starring…
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Angelo’s Pizzeria Is Coming to Conshohocken as Expansion Heats Up
Angelo’s Pizzeria owner, Danny DiGiampietro is expanding in every direction, writes Michael Klein for the Philadelphia Inquirer. DiGiampietro recently confirmed he’s planning a new pizzeria in Conshohocken. The move builds on his takeover last year of the longtime Conshohocken Italian bakery, where his team now bakes bread for wholesale clients and delivery. The Pizzeria business…
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Central Bucks School District Hiring for Over 100 Positions At August Job Fair
Central Bucks School District is preparing to host a hiring event on Aug. 25 to fill more than 100 open positions before the start of the upcoming school year, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. The event will take place at Central Bucks South High School from 4 PM to 7 PM.…
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Philadelphia Ranks Among the Most Expensive U.S. Cities for Commercial Construction
With the cost of construction expected to continue its rise, there is a widening gap between the most expensive construction markets in the United States and the rest of the country, writes Matt Wasielewski for BisNow. A dive into which U.S. cities are the most expensive for new construction found that Philadelphia ranks fifth at…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Joel Richardson, Owner and Comedy Producer, SunnyBrook Ballroom and SoulJoel’s at SunnyBrook
Joel Richardson, Owner of The SunnyBrook Ballroom in Pottstown and Comedy Producer at SoulJoel’s at SunnyBrook, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about his active childhood in Moorestown, N.J., filled with wrestling, soccer, and working as a Swim Coach and Lifeguard. Richardson discovered his passion for comedy at a George Carlin show during his freshman year of…
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Delaware County Needs Teachers. This DCCC Program Should Help
Delaware County has a severe teacher shortage. A Delaware County Community College program hopes to remedy that, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Teacher Education Program, which has tripled in size in three years, could be a “roadmap for the state,” say local educators. The dual-enrollment program allows Delaware County high school students…
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Two New Trader Joe’s Locations “Coming Soon” to Berwyn and Exton
Chester County residents can expect two new Trader Joe’s locations in both Berwyn and Exton in the coming months, writes Michael Bartiromo for PHL17. The new Berwyn location is planned for 550 Lancaster Avenue, and the Exton location for 125 West Lincoln Highway. Trader Joe’s currently has thirty new locations listed as “opening soon.” The…
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Newtown’s Relic on State Closed. Owner Discusses Plans for New Restaurant
Relic on State, the New York City-style steakhouse and upscale bar, closed its doors unexpectedly in Newtown at the end of June, but building owner Scott Hendrickson is already working to bring a new restaurant into the historic space, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Veteran restaurateur Greg Conlon opened Relic in 2020 after investing…
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Ultra-Luxury Apartments On Rise in Philadelphia
A spike in local millionaires choosing to rent their homes rather than buy has led to the creation of an influx of new luxury apartment buildings in Philadelphia designed specifically for high-net-worth individuals, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. In 2019, there were 22 millionaires renting homes in Philadelphia. By 2023, that number…
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Pennsylvania Named One of Top States for AI Innovation and Capacity Building
Pennsylvania ranks among the top three states for AI usage, training, and capacity building in state government, according to Code for America, writes Ryan Deto for AXIOS. “In Pennsylvania, leaders have aggressively pursued workforce capacity building through training partnerships with Carnegie Mellon and InnovateUS,” states the national nonprofit’s report. Alongside neighboring New Jersey and Delaware,…
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Citadel Credit Union Joins Regional Effort to Fight Summer Hunger with Philabundance Donation
Citadel Credit Union recently teamed up with other regional credit unions to help combat food insecurity in the Greater Philadelphia area through a major donation to Philabundance. Citadel team members — including Steve Miller, Vice President of Philanthropy and Community Engagement, and Kelbin Carolina, Community Outreach Specialist — joined representatives from other credit unions at…
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