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Lower Merion Parents Push Back on Smartphones With “Wait Until 8th” Campaign
Over 300 Lower Merion families are saying no to smartphones – for now, writes Beccah Hendrickson for 6ABC Action News. The ‘Wait Until 8th’ movement, a pledge to withhold smartphones from their kids until high school, is gaining momentum. Local dad, John Bellis read The Anxious Generation, which outlines the toll smartphones and social media…
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Economic Uncertainty Forces Phoenixville Woman to Rethink Retirement
After 35 years as a paralegal, Cynthia “Cindy” Arena was set to retire at the end of May, but economic uncertainty made her reconsider her plans, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. As President Donald Trump’s global tariffs rattled markets, the 66-year-old Phoenixville resident was watching her retirement savings shrink – sometimes dramatically. “I…
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University of Pennsylvania Grad Co-Founds Pickle, Platform for Renting Clothing from Influencers
University of Pennsylvania graduate Julia O’Mara is the co-founder of Pickle, a peer-to-peer clothing rental service that recently raised $12 million in Series A funding, writes Beatrice Forman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Investors are now hoping that the app will become “the Airbnb of fashion.” Pickle was founded four years ago as a social polling…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Raghu Sangwan, Associate Chief Academic Officer and Director of Engineering Programs, Penn State Great Valley
Raghu Sangwan, Associate Chief Academic Officer and Director of Engineering Programs at Penn State Great Valley, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about his childhood in India as the eighth of nine siblings in a military family. Frequent moves made him introspective and academically driven, eventually leading him to pursue computer science in the U.S. after an…
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CHOP Nurse Supports Grieving Pet Owners Through End-of-Life Portrait Photography
Nayana Gadde, a nurse at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, offers a different kind of healing touch in her free time, taking end-of-life portraits for pets and the families who love them, writes Wakisha Bailey for CBS News Philadelphia. Gadde takes what she calls “soul pictures,” a practice that comes from a deeply personal place. Several…
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Kevin D. Marlo Golf and Racquet Classic Celebrated 25th Anniversary on Jun. 2
Harcum College hosted its 25th Annual Kevin D. Marlo Golf and Racquet Classic on Monday, Jun. 2, at the Llanerch Country Club. This signature fundraising event brings together alumni, trustees, friends, and community members for a fun and engaging day of golf, tennis, pickleball, and celebration in support of student scholarships. The 2025 Classic marked…
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Malvern Biotechnology Company Develops New Blood Test to Diagnose Alzheimer’s
Malvern biotechnology company Fujirebio Diagnostics has developed a revolutionary new test to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Previously, FDA-approved Alzheimer’s diagnostic tools have relied on brain scans and spinal fluid samples. Fujirebio’s remarkable new method uses a simple blood test, making the testing process much more accessible to patients. As…
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Big Changes and Big Bets Coming to Valley Forge Casino Resort
A major transformation is underway at Valley Forge Casino Resort, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The King of Prussia mainstay rolls the dice on a multimillion-dollar, multi-year renovation aimed at refreshing its offerings and drawing new crowds to Montgomery County. The first wave of upgrades is nearly complete. The 261-room Stardust Tower…
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Elwyn Begins Work on New $47M School on Its Media Campus
Elwyn’s future school will be the “crown Jewel” of the nonprofit’s 260-acre Media campus, says Charlie Houder, principal of Haverford Development Partners. Houder was describing the new $47 million school project on April 8 to members of the Middletown Township Planning Commission, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia Business Journal. The school is a dual project…
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SEPTA Promotes Interim General Manager Scott Sauer to Permanent Role
Scott Sauer, who has served as interim general manager for SEPTA since November 2024, has been promoted as the transit authority’s permanent general manager, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. Sauer was named interim general manager after his predecessor Leslie Richards stepped down from the role in late 2024 after nearly five years. His career with…
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Philadelphia Recently Welcomed Newest LGBTQ+-Friendly Bar Ahead of Pride Month
The Little Gay Pub, a Washington D.C.-born gay bar, recently opened in Philadelphia, adding to the city’s iconic Gayborhood, writes Bryan Pirolli for Philadelphia Magazine. The new bar is being spearheaded by three friends: Benjamin Gander, Dusty Martinez, and Dito Sevilla. Customers will notice a few local twists at the new establishment. One is a…
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More New Yorkers Are Moving to Philadelphia Than Any Other City, According to New Report
With New York residents feeling the strain of high housing costs, many are looking to relocate to another city, and Philadelphia is now the most popular destination, writes Mary K. Jacob for New York Post. This is according to a new report from StreetEasy, which reveals that Philadelphia is now the most popular metro area…
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Penn State Great Valley Leads the Way in Career Prep for Today’s Job Market
In a job market evolving at breakneck speed, today’s professionals face new challenges — and new opportunities. At Penn State Great Valley, Elisa Seeherman, Associate Director of Career Services, plays a pivotal role in helping graduate students navigate this dynamic landscape with clarity and confidence. Reflecting on the sweeping changes sparked by the pandemic, Seeherman…
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Small but Mighty: Church Farm School’s 18-Member Graduating Class Earns Impressive College Acceptances
Surrounded by family, friends, faculty, and fellow Griffins, the 18 members of Church Farm School’s Class of 2025 were recently honored during graduation ceremonies on the private boarding and day high school’s campus in Exton. While the graduating class is smaller than in past years, its accomplishments are sizable. Three members — Hector Audelo Gutierrez…
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Merck’s West Point Presence Remains Strong Amid Riverside Closure
As Merck moves forward with plans to close their Riverside facility, the company remains committed to its West Point location and other sites, writes Nathan Owens for Manufacturing Drive. The Riverside plant, which once employed 300 people, was originally slated to cease production in 2024. Merck hasn’t disclosed why the timeline was delayed but noted…
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$2 Million Makeover Coming to Bluebird Distilling in Phoenixville
Bluebird Distilling makes plans for a $2 million renovation of its distillery in Phoenixville, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The project includes a full remodel of the indoor cocktail bar, featuring the addition of a new bar, a full-service Neo-Neapolitan pizzeria, and an expanded retail area. Once renovations are completed, the site…
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Bob’s Discount Furniture Debuts in Montgomeryville with Donations to Charity
Bob’s Discount Furniture opened its newest showroom in Montgomeryville with a ribbon cutting on Friday, writes Tony Di Domizio for North Penn Now. The new 20,087-square-foot location is the retailer’s 195th store nationwide. “Bob’s Discount Furniture is excited to bring our everyday low price offering in our beautiful new store to the residents of Montgomeryville…
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Philadelphia’s Oldest Tavern Expands with New Center City Retail Store
McGillin’s Olde Ale House has expanded its footprint with a permanent retail store in Center City, just one block away from the 165-year-old bar and restaurant, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 500-square-foot space is near the site where McGillin’s operated its temporary Holiday Pop Up Shoppe for the past two years.…
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