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Engineer Brings Creative Programming Opportunities to Coatesville
Local engineer Shane Cloyd has brought creative new education opportunities to the Coatesville community, writes staff for The Daily Local News. Cloyd, currently a Principal Engineer at Penske Logistics, operates technology and arts after-school programming in downtown Coatesville. Out of a previously unused 8,000 square foot building, he manages Our Dot Art and STEAM/POWER. Both…
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Lincoln Financial Field Could Be Getting Major Facelift
Lincoln Financial Field, home of the Philadelphia Eagles since 2003, could be in line for a major renovation that may include both interior and exterior upgrades, writes Geoffrey A Knox for the Eagles Wire. While the Birds opened their tenure at their current home with a resounding loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Linc…
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Northeast Philadelphia Woman Turns Viral Flying Dress Trend into Self-Love Movement
Tanya Baird, a Northeast Philadelphia native and founder of Tanya’s Traveling Flying Dress, is transforming a viral flying dress photo trend into a self-love movement, writes Chandler Lutz for CBS News Philadelphia. Baird uses high-fashion gowns for photo shoots staged at iconic Philadelphia landmarks, helping clients reconnect with their confidence. Tanya’s Traveling Flying Dress goes…
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Mayfair Diner, 93-Year-Old Holmesburg Staple, Goes Up for Sale
Mayfair Diner, which has served customers affordable and delicious food for nearly a century, was recently put up for sale, writes Alana Beltran for NBC10 Philadelphia. Opened in 1932, Mayfair Diner in Holmesburg is known for its classic 1950s-style dining for the whole family. However, with the diner now going up for sale, there is…
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Exelon Foundation’s Weeklong STEM Academy Empowers Next Generation of Innovators
One hundred high school students from across the region spent last week immersed in STEM exploration as part of PECO and the Exelon Foundation’s annual STEM Academy and Boys to STEM Academy, held at Saint Joseph’s University. The weeklong, on-campus program gives rising high school juniors and seniors a chance to dive into STEM learning,…
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The Meadowbrook School Welcomes New Head of School to Continue Its Mission of ‘Bringing Life to Learning’
The Meadowbrook School, a co-ed day school in Abington Township with students from age three through sixth grade, has welcomed Jim Pierce as its next Head of School. Pierce spent 14 years at Meadowbrook as a classroom teacher (1999-2009) and Assistant Head of School (2009-2013). During that time, he helped shape many of the programs…
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What’s in Your Water? Understanding Seasonal Flavor Changes
As temperatures rise, many of us enjoy longer days, sunshine, and more time outdoors. Many of us welcome these changes, but what many do not realize is that the changing seasons can also affect your drinking water. Every time you open your tap, you trust Aqua Pennsylvania to deliver safe, high-quality drinking water, and that’s…
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Conshohocken’s Boomi has a Clear Vision for Artificial Intelligence
Conshohocken’s Boomi is a leader in data integration with a bold focus, writes Kitty Wheeler for AI Magazine. Their goal: to bring easily manageable AI agents in the future for businesses. As companies race to adopt autonomous agents, digital workers capable of making decisions and completing tasks, Boomi is urging a shift from AI hype…
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New Hope’s Bradley Cooper Shares His Story as a Caregiver in New Documentary
New Hope resident Bradley Cooper shared his experience as a caregiver in a new documentary that recently hit streaming on PBS, writes Molly McVety for PhillyVoice. The famed actor served as executive producer for the documentary, titled “Caregiving.” In the film, Cooper and others share their experience acting as the primary support for terminally ill…
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Passenger Shoe Checks Disappear at Philadelphia International Airport
Passengers can now keep their shoes on when going through a standard TSA screening at Philadelphia International Airport, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The new policy reverses a 20-year Transportation Security Administration procedure that required passengers to remove their shoes to check for potential explosives. Passengers in PHL’s expedited TSA PreCheck…
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Robotaxi Company Waymo Set to Begin Test Run in Philadelphia
Waymo, the robotaxi company, will soon start hitting the streets in several new cities throughout the country as part of a test run with Philadelphia being one of them, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. While the autonomous cars will soon be seen downtown and on highways throughout the city, they will not yet…
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This Headhouse Square Cafe Delivers Nostalgic Twist with Grown-Up Take on Little Debbie’s Cosmic Brownie
Little Debbie’s iconic Cosmic Brownie is a favorite childhood treat for many Philadelphians, and a grown-up glow-up version is now available at Loretta’s, writes Chloé Pantazi-Wolber for Philadelphia Magazine. Kelsey Bush, owner of the Headhouse Square cafe with a distinct nostalgic vibe, considered the Cosmic Brownie a special treat while growing up in central Pennsylvania…
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Jefferson Health Tackles Philly’s Health Disparities By Putting the Community At the Forefront
Jefferson Health is committed to improving health outcomes in Philadelphia’s most underserved communities, writes Kayla Yup for The Philadelphia Inquirer. That commitment is supplemented by building trust and helping community members be part of the solution. In April 2023, Jefferson Health launched the Community Health Worker Academy. The 13-month training program teaches community members the…
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Philadelphia’s Newfound Grows Through NAR Commission Shifts, Mergers, and Acquisitions
Philadelphia-based Newfound is leveraging recent National Association of Realtors commission changes to become an authority in a changing landscape, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Despite a slow housing market that is struggling with low inventory and transaction levels, the company has grown rapidly by capitalizing on NAR settlements and through mergers and…
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Recently-Shuttered Grays Ferry Tavern to Reopen Under New Ownership
Grace Tavern, the Grays Ferry restaurant and bar that was shuttered back in January after 20 years, is set to reopen under new ownership, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Tavern Group, which includes owner and founder Stephen Carlino and three partners, will be taking over the space’s liquor license. There is…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Enhances Delaware County’s Water Infrastructure, Replaces 17,310 Feet of Aging Water Mains
Aqua Pennsylvania is upgrading 17,310 feet of aging water mains across Delaware County. The aged cast iron pipes are being replaced with new ductile iron mains composed of nearly 90 percent recycled materials, providing more reliable service for decades to come. These investments are part of Aqua’s continuing infrastructure improvement program to replace decades-old water…
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Bucks County Rep. Fitzpatrick One of Two House Republicans to Oppose ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, a moderate from Bucks County, was one of just two Republicans in the House to vote against President Donald Trump’s so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” last week, writes Julia Terruso for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Fitzpatrick also opposed a procedural vote on the sweeping domestic spending and tax policy package, signaling his opposition…
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Wawa Promotes New Credit Card as Its Latest Customer Perk
The Wawa Mastercard is now a thing. The Delaware County convenience store chain announced it is teaming up with the First National Bank of Omaha on a credit card that will generate savings and everyday rewards for customers. Cardholders will be able to save on fuel costs, earn points toward purchases, and enjoy exclusive Wawa…
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