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Philadelphia is One of the 100 Best Cities to Live, Work and Visit, New Ranking Says
A new study has ranked the top 100 cities in the world to live, work, and visit, and Philadelphia found itself on the list, writes Laura Begley Bloom for Forbes. An annual report by global consulting firm Resonance has ranked Philadelphia as the 68th most popular city in the world based on quality of life,…
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These Are Some of the Best Philadelphia Restaurants To Visit Right Now
Philadelphia’s culinary landscape is vibrant, making it one of the most exciting dining destinations today, writes Alisha Miranda for Time Out. The list of must-try restaurants in Philadelphia is a long one. Friday Saturday Sunday in Rittenhouse Square was put on the national radar when it won the James Beard Award for Outstanding Restaurant last…
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Take Note of These Changes in Retirement Savings Rules Before End of Year
Being unaware of most of the provisions Congress put into the landmark retirement law over a year and a half ago could prove costly to investors, writes Leonard Sloane for The Wall Street Journal. The provisions cover required minimum distributions, types of accounts that can be used for certain retirement-plan contributions, and a whole lot…
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From Second-Guessing to Trusting Her Instincts, Immaculata Nursing Grad Perseveres
When Julia Darlak, who had long been interested in the nursing field, shadowed nurses as a high school student, she was surprised to meet so many who had earned their collegiate nursing education, whether it was a bachelor’s degree in nursing or graduate study, from Immaculata University. “I was inspired by their devotion to their patients’ holistic…
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Boeing Announces $115 Million Contract for Two More Helicopters to be Built in Ridley
Boeing has another Army contract valued at $115 million to build two more Chinook Helicopters at its Ridley facility, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. With the new order, that means the Army has contracted with Boeing to build 46 MH-47G Block IIs. “Whether it’s operating in the dead of night or in difficult…
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Cigarette Litter Prevention Program Aims to Clean Up Turnpike Running Through Montco
The PA Turnpike Commission is teaming up with Keep America Beautiful to rid the tollways of cigarette butts through a new program, as reported by Hayden Thompson of WTAJ. The Cigarette Litter Prevention Program (CLPP) received a $20,000 grant from Keep America Beautiful to target cigarette waste at highway plazas and buildings across the state. …
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GK Elite Designs and Outfits the U.S. Women’s Gymnastics Team for Paris Olympics
GK Elite, a company located right above Chester County in Reading, is responsible for outfitting the U.S. women’s gymnastics team for the 2024 Paris Olympics, reports Christie Ileto for 6ABC. GK Elite has been making gymnastics leotards and apparel for decades, but this is the first time they have unveiled the leotards before the competition.…
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Chef Jose Garces’ First Restaurant Amada Now Under New Ownership, Nationwide Expansion to Follow
Amada, the first of many restaurants by Chef Jose Garces, has been acquired by a new operator, writes Franki Rudnesky for PhillyVoice. SPB Hospitality, a Houston-based company that operates or franchises more than 500 restaurants across 37 U.S. states has acquired the Spanish tapas restaurant from Ideation Hospitality. With locations in Old City, Radnor, and…
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Robotic Device Made by Pennovation Works Startup Sahay AI Looks to Make Railroads Safer
Sahay AI, a Pennovation Works robotic startup founded by Tejas Agarwal, is looking to minimize risks on railroads using its robotic device, LARR-E, writes Ryan Mulligan for PHL Inno. Agarwal decided to turn his love for robotics into a startup that aims to make railroads safer after a train derailment last year in East Palestine,…
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Check Out These Garden-to-Table Restaurants in Philly
Some restaurants in Philadelphia are growing ingredients for their meals on-site to ensure they are serving truly fresh flavors to their diners, writes Chloé Pantazi-Wolber for Philadelphia Magazine. At Southwark in Queen Village, the patio is home to a working garden. The basil from the planters, for example, is used in the restaurant’s popular ricotta…
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Two Dozen Social Media Influencers Are at the Paris Olympics to Engage More Gen Z Viewers
NBC is trying to draw in Gen Z viewers to the 2024 Olympics, so it has sent more than two dozen social influencers to Paris, writes Alicia Clanton for Bloomberg. For the first time, NBC credentialed 27 social media influencers from Instagram and TikTok. Their role is to interview athletes, share what it’s like in…
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Philadelphia is a Top 10 City for Cat Lovers, According to New Ranking
A new U.S. News and World Report has released a new ranking of the top cities for cat lovers and Philadelphia was included in the top 10, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The new study placed Philadelphia as the sixth most popular city in America for cat lovers. “To help give you an…
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Manor College Professor Named to Inaugural Class of AVTE Fellows
As a former Veterinary Technician herself, Dr. Stephanie Marks remembers what it was like to be on the other side of the table. It’s rare in education to have a technician who becomes a professor. That unique experience puts her in a position to teach, empower, and advocate for future generations of veterinary technicians. That voice became…
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Redefining Value: Beyond Money for Small Business Success
When we talk about value, it’s more than just a financial term. Value is about enhancing the quality of life in every meaningful way, for everyone involved, both now and in the future. Understanding value in this broader sense helps us realize that we treasure positive experiences, connections with others, freedom, and inner peace. We…
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AARP Seeks Nominees for 2024 Pennsylvania Andrus Award for Community Service
AARP is now accepting nominations for its 2024 Pennsylvania Andrus Award for Community Service, which honors 50+ Pennsylvanians who are sharing their experience, talent, and skills to enrich the lives of their community members. “AARP Pennsylvania is excited to shine a light on 50+ Pennsylvanians who are using what they’ve learned in life to make…
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Delaware Valley University Athletics Announces 2024 Hall of Fame Class
The Delaware Valley University Athletics Hall of Fame Committee will induct five new honorees as part of the class of 2024 during an induction ceremony on campus Friday, September 13, 2024. The class includes Kevin Harrigan ’07 (football), Tom Masterson ’12 (track & field), Travis Pitts ’12 (track & field), Jeremy Beckett ’13 (men’s basketball),…
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Lori Shapiro Steps into Spotlight as Potential Second Lady
Pennsylvania first lady Lori Shapiro, who served as an analyst in the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy during the Clinton administration, may have the chance to return to D.C. in a new role, writes Fallon Roth for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Her husband, Gov. Josh Shapiro, is considered a top contender for Vice…
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