• Holy Family University Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Athletic Fieldhouse

    Holy Family University Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Athletic Fieldhouse

    Holy Family University (HFU) held a ceremonial groundbreaking for its new Athletic Fieldhouse on Jul. 11, as construction is set to begin on the University’s Northeast Philadelphia campus. The project is slated for completion in December 2024. The new construction is the first major facility construction on the Northeast Philadelphia campus since 2005. The facility will…

  • Beyond HR: Why HRIS Technology and Outsourced Advisory Needs to Be a Discussion in the C-Suite

    Beyond HR: Why HRIS Technology and Outsourced Advisory Needs to Be a Discussion in the C-Suite

    With labor and inventory costs rising and the continual pressures from an inflationary economic environment, nearly every business owner can relate to the need to reduce costs and drive greater efficiency in their business operations. One area that could drive significant savings from streamlining and automating that may not be top of mind in the…

  • New Target Store to Open in Doylestown Shopping Center 

    New Target Store to Open in Doylestown Shopping Center 

    The Doylestown Shopping Center is set to welcome a new Target store, filling the space left vacant since the Bon-Ton Department store closed in 2018, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch.   The new Target will be situated at the western end of the center, on the site formerly occupied by Bon-Ton, the Mercantile, Michelle’s…

  • Washington Post: Philadelphia in Middle of Pack When It Comes to Weather Forecast Accuracy

    Washington Post: Philadelphia in Middle of Pack When It Comes to Weather Forecast Accuracy

    When it comes to weather forecast accuracy, a new report shows that Philadelphia lands in the middle of the pack nationwide, write Niko Kommenda and Harry Stevens for The Washington Post. The Washington Post performed an analysis of government-provided data to determine the accuracy of the National Weather Service’s official forecast across the country. The…

  • Nonprofit Second Wind Bicycles Transforms Transportation Access in Gilbertsville

    Nonprofit Second Wind Bicycles Transforms Transportation Access in Gilbertsville

    The community-driven efforts of Second Wind Bicycles have resulted in hundreds of refurbished bicycles, writes Emily Neil for WHYY.   Founded in 2021 by Zac Gery, the nonprofit organization aims to alleviate transportation challenges in Montgomery, Berks, and Bucks counties.  Gery launched Second Wind Bicycles after recognizing a significant gap in bicycle access across the region.…

  • Philly’s Black-led Youth Agricultural Programs Provide Various Enrichment Opportunities for Local Young People

    Philly’s Black-led Youth Agricultural Programs Provide Various Enrichment Opportunities for Local Young People

    Black-led youth agriculture programs in Philadelphia provide enrichment opportunities for young people considering career paths in agriculture, writes Leigh Green for PA Eats. They help provide joyful experiences for kids and teens while also bolstering land sovereignty, food justice, and community strength for all. Life Do Grow Farm by Urban Creators in north-central Philadelphia is…

  • W Philadelphia Offers Moody Aesthetic, Lively Atmosphere, and Proximity to Many of the City’s Must-visit Landmarks

    W Philadelphia Offers Moody Aesthetic, Lively Atmosphere, and Proximity to Many of the City’s Must-visit Landmarks

    W Philadelphia, part of a global network of Marriott hotels, offers a moody aesthetic aimed at the younger demographic, a lively atmosphere, and proximity to many of the city’s must-visit landmarks, writes Daisy Hernandez for The Points Guy. The hotel’s location is one of its biggest advantages. It is just steps away from City Hall…

  • Partnership with American Community Journals a Cornerstone of Church Farm School’s Marketing Efforts

    Partnership with American Community Journals a Cornerstone of Church Farm School’s Marketing Efforts

    Donors are vital to ensuring that Church Farm School can carry out its mission — which runs in stark contrast to that of most private schools — to make a college preparatory education financially accessible to a diverse group of young men with academic ability and good character. Sharing its story in Chester County and…

  • Beyond Membership, the Longwood Innovators Program Elevates and Enriches Your Longwood Gardens Experience

    Beyond Membership, the Longwood Innovators Program Elevates and Enriches Your Longwood Gardens Experience

    If you’ve visited Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square many times and feel a special connection to this iconic place of beauty, imagine taking it to the next level. The Longwood Innovators program lets you be part of a dedicated group of individuals who play a vital role in preserving Longwood’s beautiful gardens. As a Longwood…

  • Small Businesses Save Big with PECO Small Business Solutions

    Small Businesses Save Big with PECO Small Business Solutions

    PECO helps small businesses like yours reduce energy expenses and save big. Energy efficiency solutions can help your business cut costs, save money, and improve the overall productivity of your business. For example, the addition of energy efficient lighting and HVAC controls can help your business be more responsive to fluctuations in occupancy, operating hours,…

  • Last Denny’s in Bucks County Closes Its Doors in Langhorne

    Last Denny’s in Bucks County Closes Its Doors in Langhorne

    The last remaining Denny’s in Bucks County, located in Langhorne, has closed its doors, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times.   The closure was quietly announced with a sign on the front door, informing customers that the restaurant on East Lincoln Highway in Middletown had permanently closed. Denny’s media team confirmed via…

  • Making the Most of the Next Six Months

    Making the Most of the Next Six Months

    July marks the halfway point of the year. Are you making progress toward the goals you set at the beginning of this year? The next six months are pivotal for shaping not only your achievements for this year but also for laying the groundwork for making next year great, too. Your life unfolds according to…

  • New Bill Requiring Accountability from Tow Truck Operators to Become Law in Philadelphia

    New Bill Requiring Accountability from Tow Truck Operators to Become Law in Philadelphia

    Gov. Josh Shapiro recently signed a new bill requiring tow truck drivers to provide photographic evidence of a violation before they can tow or remove a vehicle, writes Hayden Mitman for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The bill, known as Act 43, was sponsored by Pennsylvania State Representative Jose Giral. It was subsequently signed into law in…

  • Philadelphia Residents Could Win $100 by Completing Annual Water Department Customer Survey

    Philadelphia Residents Could Win $100 by Completing Annual Water Department Customer Survey

    For the 9th consecutive year, the Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) is partnering with ImpactED at the University of Pennsylvania to conduct an annual comprehensive customer satisfaction survey. The survey is designed with the goal of better understanding residents’ opinions, behaviors, and preferences as they relate to topics such as drinking water habits, water quality, billing, customer service, water infrastructure, and…

  • Wawa Fan’s Order Slip Collection Becomes a Viral Hit on X

    Wawa Fan’s Order Slip Collection Becomes a Viral Hit on X

    Jersey Shore resident Tyler Gyurisin was visiting Wawa “three or four times a day” and had quite a collection of Wawa order slips. Then he had an idea. It took three years, and help from friends, but the 22-year-old collected every order slip from 000 to 999. He finished the quest earlier this year, writes…

  • South Philly Mutual Aid Organization Launched During Height of COVID Still Going Strong

    South Philly Mutual Aid Organization Launched During Height of COVID Still Going Strong

    The People’s Kitchen was founded in 2020 during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic with the mission of mutual aid and food sovereignty and four years later the mission remains strong, writes Emily Neil for WHYY. The organization operates from its Italian Market location and consists of chefs, students, and volunteers committed to fighting hunger…

  • Aerospace Heritage Event Blasts Off at The Fuge in Warminster July 20

    Aerospace Heritage Event Blasts Off at The Fuge in Warminster July 20

    Southeastern Pennsylvania’s rich contributions to early U.S. manned spaceflight will be celebrated this month with a special event.   On Saturday, July 20, from 1 PM to 5 PM at The Fuge in Warminster, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Cold War Historical Society will host “The Space Race in Southeastern Pennsylvania.”   The Fuge, now an events…

  • New Pennsylvania Commemorative License Plates with Liberty Bell Coming Next Year

    New Pennsylvania Commemorative License Plates with Liberty Bell Coming Next Year

    A decorative new Pennsylvania license plate featuring the Liberty Bell to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the country will become available in 2025, writes Layla A. Jones for The Philadelphia Inquirer.  In addition to an image of the Liberty Bell, the new off-white license plates will have blue number lettering and the phrase “Let Freedom…