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This Age Group is Philadelphia’s Fastest-Growing Population of Renters
Philadelphia gained about 39,200 renters aged 65 and older between 2013 and 2023, making them the largest and fastest-growing population in the region for renters, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. This marked a 24 percent increase, while the number of renters in the 55 to 64 year old age group grew by about…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Emily Gatto, Director, TLC Wellness
Emily Gatto, Director of TLC Wellness at The Lincoln Center, grew up in Wyndmoor. As a kid, she loved a wide range of music and worked hard at part-time jobs as a teenager, but she struggled with school due to an undiagnosed learning disability. With the support of her parents and a few other key…
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IBX Announces Actions to Simplify Prior Authorization Process
As part of its mission to help members access quality, affordable healthcare, Independence Blue Cross has announced a series of improvements to the prior authorization process. Alongside other national insurance providers, IBX and other Blue Cross Blue Shield companies announced six commitments that will make the process faster, more seamless and more streamlined in the future. “At Independence…
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Peirce College Celebrates Graduates at 2025 Commencement
The mood was festive and the crowd cheered the graduates, but what made this commencement ceremony unique was that the flowers, balloons and celebrations were for the parents, aunts and uncles of the people in the audience. Peirce College, Philadelphia’s only college or university dedicated exclusively to serving adults, held its 2025 Commencement on Friday,…
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Lancaster Celebrates Lafayette 200 with Dinner, History, and Music
This summer, Lancaster County and Western Chester County will come alive with revolutionary spirit as the region celebrates its part in the nationwide Lafayette 200 Bicentennial Commemoration. From Jul. 27-29, a series of engaging and family-friendly events will mark the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s Farewell Tour of America. Organized by the Lancaster…
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Philadelphia’s Punch Buggy Brewing Expanding into Chester County with New Location
Philadelphia-based Punch Buggy Brewing is planning to expand into Chester County with a new taproom in Spring City that is expected to open by September, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. It was founded in 2019 by Rob Clark, Patrick Coyne, John Riley, Matthew Rowland, and Ryan Russo. The brewery currently operates its…
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Hot Enough for You? Here’s How Philadelphia Summer Temperatures Have Changed in 60 Years
A Philadelphia heat wave, the region’s first for 2025, hits this week. An Environmental Protection Agency report found that heat waves nationwide are occurring more frequently, lasting longer, and are more intense, writes Garland Fordice for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The article invites readers to choose a year to compare past temperatures with present temperatures. Here’s…
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SEPTA Eyes 170-Unit Housing Development at Ambler Station
SEPTA has officially put out a call for developers to reimagine 3.4 acres next to Ambler train station for residential development, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The parking lot on Butler Pike is now being eyed for a transit-oriented development, blending housing, retail, and pedestrian-friendly features. The proposed Al is the result…
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Jamison Property with Wawa, Tractor Supply Sells for $12.2M to ExchangeRight
The Warwick Village Commons in Jamison, which includes Wawa and Tractor Supply stores as well as approximately 12 acres of undeveloped land, has been acquired by California-based ExchangeRight for $12.17 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Arctrust of Clifton, New Jersey, and Doylestown-based Verrichia built the property as part of a joint…
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99-Year-Old Charlie Baker III Creates Second Chances for Thousands of Philadelphians
Philadelphia native and World War II veteran Charlie Baker III is a true architect of second chances for thousands of Philadelphians, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. Baker, who turns 100 this month, is co-founder of Baker Industries and has helped more than 12,000 adults rebuild their lives and reenter the workforce after major struggles such…
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These Eateries Made List of 37 Best Restaurants in Northeast Philly
A selection of establishments were ranked by Philadelphia Magazine as some of the best restaurants in Northeast Philly. When visiting Northeast Philadelphia, a satisfying culinary experience is guaranteed, write Jason Sheehan, Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé, and Victor Fiorillo for the Philadelphia Magazine. Some of the most enticing eateries have made it onto Philadelphia Magazine’s list of 37…
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Legendary Coach, Teacher, Mentor, and Champion: Church Farm School’s Art Smith Retires After 47 Years
“Every child deserves a champion: an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists they become the best they can be.” — Rita F. Pierson These words formed the centerpiece of a letter Art Smith delivered to his colleagues in early April announcing his retirement in June…
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Bryn Mawr’s Michael Rubin Built Fanatics into a Billion-Dollar Sports Brand
Michael Rubin may rub shoulders with celebrities and pro athletes, but his true obsession is with Fanatics, the global sports platform he’s spent more than a decade building. He spoke with Rich Kleiman of Yahoo! Sports about the historic rise of the enterprise. The Bryn Mawr native has transformed what began as an e-commerce spin-off…
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Doylestown Emerging as Region’s Next Hotspot for Luxury Real Estate
With home prices increasing as nearby businesses continue to grow, Doylestown could be emerging as the region’s next luxury real estate hotspot, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Doylestown’s charming downtown and convenient access to major roads are among the reasons buyers have been willing to pay a premium to live in the…
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See Why Wawa Felt It Needed to Sue This New Jersey City
An amended municipal law in the city of Garfield, New Jersey has prompted a Wawa lawsuit over how it does business in the town, writes Rebecca Heath for NJ Advance Media for NJ.com, as reported in silive.com. Garfield has a law that prevents Wawa from operating 24 hours a day. Wawa opened in Garfield in…
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Katherine Lundberg’s Designs Shape Many of Fishtown’s Popular Restaurants
Designer and entrepreneur Katherine Lundberg helped shape Fishtown by designing some of its most popular restaurants, including Suraya and Kalaya, writes Terri Akman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. After moving from Atlanta to Philadelphia in 2015 to work as a design manager for Anthropologie, a URBN brand, Lundberg quickly connected with Fishtown’s vibrant community. “There’s an…
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Philadelphia Man Finds Previously Bought Lottery Ticket in His Car, Wins $50K
While traveling from Pennsylvania to Maryland, a Philadelphia man decided to stop at Woodlawn Mart in Baltimore County to buy some snacks and several lottery tickets. He had kept the lottery tickets in a bag inside his car for over a week before he rediscovered them while cleaning it. Prior to throwing the tickets away,…
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Real Productivity: The Self-Leadership Approach
It seems like the world continues to move faster and faster, with more demands for our attention. In times like these, it’s important to remember that productivity is about more than just getting things done. Instead, it’s about protecting your focus and getting the right things done. Creating meaningful results comes from choosing to create…
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