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A 30-Year Journey: Gregory Shank is Named New Managing Partner of Maillie LLP
Gregory Shank didn’t just land the top job at one of the region’s most respected accounting firms. He’s been building toward it for more than three decades. Maillie LLP, the Limerick-based accounting and advisory firm, has named Shank as its new managing partner, succeeding Laurie Tolle, who is retiring after 19 years with the firm.…
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Richard Lazer, Port of Philadelphia’s Next CEO and Executive Director, Eyeing Further Growth
Richard Lazer, who has served as executive director of the Philadelphia Parking Authority since 2022, has been unanimously selected as the next CEO and executive director of the Port of Philadelphia, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. He will be the successor to Jeff Theobald, who is set to retire from the role…
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Center City Retail Rebounds, But Still Short of Pre-Pandemic Peak
Vacant retail spaces in Center City have declined in recent months, but occupancy still remains below the pre-pandemic peak in 2019, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to a new survey released by Center City District, 84.2 percent of retail spaces in Center City are currently filled, an improvement from six months ago…
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Philadelphia Author Promotes Body Positivity, Acceptance Through New Billboard
Philadelphia author Emma Copley Eisenberg is a big proponent of body positivity and that advocacy can be seen through a new billboard along I-95 North near Fairmount Avenue, writes Christie Ileto for 6abc. In a contrast from the often-seen weight-loss messaging online, Eisenberg wanted to provide a counterpoint. The new billboard features the phrase “Your…
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From Pupusas to Peking Duck: 8 Dishes You Have to Try at Reading Terminal Market
Reading Terminal Market is known for its onslaught of food options at its several dozen eateries, and some of the market’s most delicious dishes are Philly classics, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme for Philadelphia Magazine. If you’re up to try pupusas from El Merkury, you can get the cheesesteak pupusa or the classic bean and cheese as…
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Dine Better All Year for $150: The Farmer’s Daughter Launches a VIP Club Worth Joining
If you already find yourself at The Farmer’s Daughter Restaurant at Normandy Farm a few times a year, it’s worth doing the math before your next visit. A VIP Club membership runs $150 annually, and it doesn’t take long to recoup that. The complimentary Sunday brunch for two alone is worth the better part of…
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Valley Forge Rev Run Raises $100K in Milestone 20th Year
Montgomery County’s Valley Forge Revolutionary Run hit a major milestone this year, celebrating its 20th year with both a strong turnout and record fundraising, writes The Times Herald. The event held at Valley Forge National Historical Park brought together more than 1,500 runners and walkers from 23 states and even the Netherlands. The run was…
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A-Day at DelVal Brings Food, Farms, and Family Activities This Weekend
Spring has a way of pulling people outside. This weekend in Doylestown, that pull leads to Delaware Valley University, where A-Day returns as a three-day celebration of community, agriculture, and campus life. Running April 24-26, the student-produced event transforms DelVal into a lively festival that blends hands-on learning with classic family fun. Kids head straight…
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State Conference at Rutgers Highlights Civic Participation Ahead of Nation’s 250th Anniversary
Just over the Delaware River, mere miles from the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia, the location of this year’s CivicsNJ symposium at Rutgers University–Camden on March 11 could not have been more fitting. Held during Civic Learning Week, the gathering of state educators, community leaders, and funders met to discuss the future…
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Harcum College Honors Healthcare Innovator Karthik Ganesh as Commencement Speaker and Doctorate Recipient
Harcum College will celebrate innovation and impact at its 110th Commencement Ceremony by welcoming OnMed CEO Karthik Ganesh as keynote speaker and honorary doctorate recipient. Recognized for his leadership in expanding access to healthcare, Ganesh will receive a Doctor of Humane Letters in Health Science and share insights with graduates on navigating a rapidly evolving…
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With More Than $2.5 Billion in Assets, RKL Private Wealth Announces New President, EVP
RKL Private Wealth has key executive leadership position transitions planned for 2026. The nationally recognized financial planning and investment advisory firm has named David Morais to the top executive position, succeeding Laurie Peer as President, effective Sept. 1. As part of the leadership transition, Tom Reardon will assume the role of Executive Vice President. This…
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Walmart Investing Big in Montco with Store Remodels and Faster Shopping Tech
Walmart is bringing a wave of upgrades to Montgomery County, with three local stores set to undergo renovations as part of a broader statewide modernization effort, writes Donna Rovins for The Reporter. The retail giant announced plans to remodel 32 stores across Pennsylvania, including locations in Lower Salford Township, Hatfield, and Cheltenham Township. The updates…
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Delaware County Uses TikTok to Link Local Government and Residents
Delaware County has been launching informative and often entertaining TikTok videos to reach residents, thanks to a Delaware County millennial and Gen Z comms team. The videos combine snappy humor with public service announcements. They are similar to the ones used by Zohran Mamdani in his bid for New York City mayor last fall, writes…
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Penn Medicine Doylestown Health CEO to Retire, Talks Merger and Advice
After 13 years at the helm, including last year’s merger with the University of Pennsylvania Health System, Doylestown Health CEO Jim Brexler is retiring April 30, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. By joining Penn Medicine, the independent Doylestown Health gained the financial support and capital backing needed to sustain its level of…
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Here Are Some of the Best Steakhouses in Philadelphia
If you are in the mood for a nice, juicy steak — whether a ribeye, filet, porterhouse, and anything in between — Pennsylvania has more than a handful of top-tier steakhouses to choose from, writes Clara Easton for Decor Hint. Philadelphia has its shared of great steakhouses, as well. For starters, there’s Fogo de Chão,…
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She Starts Every Morning Caring for Her Mom. Then She Goes Off to Run Philly’s Most Ambitious Restaurant Group
As founder of the High Street Hospitality Group, Ellen Yin is one of the busiest women in Philadelphia’s food industry, writes Chloé Pantazi-Wolber for Philadelphia Magazine. The James Beard Award-winning restaurateur maintains a schedule filled with meetings, business dinners, and networking events that frequently run late into the evening. This is unsurprising, as she manages…
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The Wawa Statistic Nobody Believes, Until You Do The Math
Wawa says it serves 1 billion customers every year. When I ask people to guess that number, they always come in low. Way low. No one lands near it. The real figure, 1 billion customers, gives people pause. At first glance, it sounds impossible. The U.S. has about 330 million people. Wawa operates in a…
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Harleysville Cookie Baker Brings His Holiday Tradition to Wheel of Fortune
A Harleysville resident stepped onto the national stage this week when Terry Smith appeared on Wheel of Fortune, bringing a bit of Montgomery County with him. Smith is known among friends, family, and coworkers for his baking. Each holiday season, he makes about 120 dozen cookies at home and gives them away. That adds up…
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