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Peirce College Graduate’s Journey To Commencement: Donna Payton
Today’s feature is Donna Payton, a graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program at Peirce College. “In February 2022, I found myself feeling dissatisfied with my online experience at Liberty University. I shared my concerns with my husband, John Payton, who is a proud graduate of Peirce College. John, who earned his Bachelor of…
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2 Communities Reject Wawa and Sheetz Plans for New Stores
Wawa and Sheetz both lost territory in central Pennsylvania when a Wawa store was turned down in Cumberland County and a Sheetz store rejected by a judge in Dauphin County, writes Seth Kaplan for WHTM, as reported in yahoo! news. Both convenience store chains have been expanding their footprints in central Pennsylvania and elsewhere and…
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After Four Years of Operation, Amazon to Close Bensalem Facility
Four years after it was granted approval by the township to build it, Amazon will be closing its facility on State Road in Bensalem, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Operations at the facility are scheduled to wrap up in August, according to Amazon spokesman Steve Kelly. Customer demand prompted the company to open the…
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Longtime Owners Put Desmond Hotel in Malvern Up for Sale
Following a strong post-pandemic recovery, the longtime owners have put the 194-key Desmond Hotel Malvern up for sale to see what the market is like, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 37-year-old hotel was put on the market last week without a set asking price, but GVH Partners, the current owner, anticipates…
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Plymouth Meeting Mall Adds STEM Center and Kid-Focused Fun
The Plymouth Meeting Mall has children in mind as it embraces the trend of transforming traditional retail spaces into immersive destinations. Two new tenants are set to bring a fresh dose of family-friendly interactive fun to the Montco shopping center. DreamLand Adventure will be a soft play area designed for toddlers, according to the mall’s…
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Jefferson Workforce Development Program Connects Local Students to Jobs Training, Opportunities
Jefferson Health, in partnership with the School District of Philadelphia and Esperanza College, are helping fill many job openings through its free training program, write Stephanie Stahl and Brad Nau for CBS News Philadelphia. The Jefferson Workforce Development Program provides students with both job training and subsequent job opportunities at Jefferson Health. “The mission of…
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FOX 29’s Mike Jerrick Discovers Skin Cancer During Live TV Segment with Penn Dermatologist
Mike Jerrick, co-host of Good Day Philadelphia on FOX 29, was recently diagnosed with skin cancer during a live broadcast of the morning show, writes Melissa Rudy for Fox News. Dr. Joanna Walker, a dermatologist with the University of Pennsylvania’s Tara Miller Melanoma Center, was taking part in a skin care segment when it all…
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Doylestown-Based McCartney Foundation Benefits Hearing-Impaired, Special-Needs Communities
A nonprofit in Bucks County, inspired by the life and legacy of a pioneering educator, is carrying forward a family’s mission to uplift the deaf and hard-of-hearing communities through empathy, education, and action. Founded in 2014 in memory of Dr. Brian McCartney, a Philadelphia native who was the first deaf superintendent of the Michigan School…
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Think Smarter, Lead Stronger: 3 Proven Strategies to Strengthen Leadership Habits
We live in a world that rewards speed and output. But the most effective leaders know that lasting progress doesn’t come from constant motion — it comes from clear, focused thinking that drives intentional action. When you improve the quality of your thinking, you learn to work smarter and with less stress. You can make…
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Out of Options, One Manor College Grad Fought Back and Found Purpose
Tears rolled down Yorlenny Vaca Lazo’s cheeks as her fingers, trembling with emotion, shakily typed out the email. She had had enough. Years of abuse, harassment, and frustration led to that morning. “At first, I hesitated to send the email,” Vaca Lazo said. “I didn’t want to bring my drama to Professor Mary Sims, but I…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Celebrates Project Milestone at Crum Creek Water Treatment Plant
Aqua Pennsylvania reached a milestone in the $14.3 million construction project at its Crum Creek Water Treatment Plant in Springfield. With a turn of a valve, a new concrete pretreatment sedimentation basin was placed into service. This comes less than a year after Aqua Pennsylvania broke ground at the Delaware County plant. Work continues on…
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Power Home Remodeling Expanding Chester Headquarters, 100s to be Hired
Power Home Remodeling has signed a 250,000 square-foot lease in Chester as it looks to expand its headquarters there, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. The expansion will also mean hiring 300 to 400 new workers. The 12-year lease adds 65,000 square feet to Power’s headquarters at the Wharf at Rivertown, the former Delaware…
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Work Begins on Toll Brothers’ Royersford Development Featuring 30 Homes Starting at $1 Million
Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers has begun site work on its Royersford development, which will feature 30 single-family homes that will start at $1 million, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The luxury homebuilder purchased the 23-acre site at 183 Kline Road for $5.1 million in November. It sits just south of The Court…
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The Neshaminy Mall Needs a Makeover. Here’s What Locals Suggested
Everyone agrees the once-thriving Neshaminy Mall is in desperate need of some updates, writes Dino Ciliberti in the Patch. The 1 million square foot mall was a popular attraction in Bensalem Township, with people traveling from everywhere to shop. When Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo noted the mall needed a transformation, many locals were quick…
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Historic Wayne Estate Tied to John F. Kennedy Campaign Lists for $5 Million
Fairhill, a stunning Wayne home believed to have hosted a campaign speech by former President John F. Kennedy, is now on the market for $5 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Completed in 1903, this five-bedroom, six-bathroom stone residence spans 6,155 square feet and was designed by renowned Philadelphia architect Wilson Eyre,…
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West Chester-Based QVC Group Shifts Focus to Social and Streaming Platform Growth Amid Declining Revenue
West Chester-based QVC Group reported a nearly $1.3 billion operating loss for the fourth quarter, with total revenue falling six percent to $2.9 billion, writes Nate Delesline III for the Retail Drive. Overall in fiscal 2024, total revenue decreased by eight percent to $10 billion, down from $10.9 billion in 2023. The company noted that…
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High-End Apartment Tower Near Rittenhouse Square Acquired for $138M
CBRE Investments has sold a 34-story apartment tower near Rittenhouse Square for $138 million, marking one of the largest multifamily sales in Center City in recent years, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The sale price equates to $431,000 per unit. The buyers were New York-based Cantor Fitzgerald and Norfolk, Virginia-based Harbor Group…
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Just Across the Way, Lambertville is Treasure Trove for Antique Lovers
Just across the Delaware River, Lambertville is a prime destination for antique lovers, where they can touch, buy, and take home a piece of history, writes Emmett Brooks for the Family Destination Guide. Founded in 1705 and incorporated in 1849, the town prospered during the Industrial Revolution due to its advantageous position along the Delaware…
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