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Residents Keep Warning of Falling Windows at Riverwalk Apartments
Residents of Riverwalk apartments, constructed by PMC Property Group in 2021, have been complaining about falling windows for several years, and claim management has delayed resolving the issue, writes Hannah Nguyen for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to court documents, dozens of windows have fallen from the apartment building along the Schuylkill and another PMC high-rise…
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Harcum College’s Social Justice Program and Faculty Empower Students for Community Impact
In today’s society, the launch of Harcum College’s Social Justice Program is both timely and essential, offering students crucial insights into the social equality needed to build thriving communities. The program is perfect for those who are passionate about advocacy and justice in their local areas and provides students with the knowledge and tools to…
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Wawa, Sheetz Collision Coming When Central PA Store Opens
Wawa is working on opening its first Dauphin County store in Middletown, Central Pennsylvania, part of a vanguard of 40 Wawa locations planned in that region by 2030. “We see Harrisburg up to State College, and I’ll say everything between and around it,” said Wawa President Brian Schaller. Though Wawa has not given a specific…
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A Thousand Diners to Gather in Newtown for Alfresco Black and White Dinner This September
A thousand black-and-white clad diners will gather on Newtown Borough’s closed-down North State Street for an alfresco dinner on September 7, according to The Reporter. Tickets are now on sale for the 8th annual Newtown Black & White Dinner to benefit the historic Newtown Theatre. The street will be lined with tables draped in…
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After Surviving Traumatic Brain Injuries, Malvern Woman Fulfills Dancing Dreams and Much More
Malvern resident Natanya Sortland was 40 years old when she had a stroke in 2014. Adding to that a year later, she suffered a traumatic brain injury at home when a roof fell on her head. Despite being left with ongoing troubles and symptoms, including blindness, she never gave up, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6ABC.…
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Doylestown Dad Ready for Ride of Lifetime to Support Ronald McDonald House
Doylestown father Jeff Bekos is preparing for the ride of a lifetime across the country to support Ronald McDonald House in West Philadelphia, writes Aziza Shuler for CBS News. Although daunting, the 4,600-mile journey pales in comparison to the battle he and his family endured eleven years ago, when his daughter, Hailey, was diagnosed with…
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Down North Pizza is One of Ebony Magazine’s Favorite Black-owned Restaurants in the U.S.
Ebony Magazine has compiled a list of its 45 favorite Black-owned restaurants in the United States, and Down North Pizza is one of the entries onto the list. Opening during the pandemic in 2020, Down North Pizza has already made a lot of noise in Philadelphia’s culinary scene, writes Bria Sowell for Ebony. The pizzeria…
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Temple University Engineers Invent Soy-based Bandages As an Alternative to Healing Wounds
Temple University engineers have invented a soy-based material to create natural bandages that can be cheaply produced and help skin heal better from wounds and burns that usually result in scarring, writes Nicole Leonard for WHYY. Following more than a decade of research and experimentation, Philadelphia scientists are seeking approval from the U.S. Food and…
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Complete Dining Guide to Longwood Gardens: Fine Dishes to Scenic Picnic Spots
Grabbing a freshly made sandwich, a quick drink of water, a cold glass of beer, or even a full meal while touring Longwood Gardens is part of the experience for several compelling reasons. With over 1,000 acres of gardens, woodlands, and meadows to explore and a visit time of 3 to 4 hours, the convenience…
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Delaware Valley University Announces Details of Fifth Annual Spark Bowl Competition
Delaware Valley University, in partnership with the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce (CBCC) and Startup Bucks, announced that the fifth annual Spark Bowl competition will take place on November 21, 2024 in the Life Sciences Building at DelVal’s main campus in Doylestown. Spark Bowl, fashioned after the hit ABC TV show Shark Tank, is a…
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ABA Centers of Pennsylvania Unveils New Autism Care Center in King of Prussia Area
ABA Centers of Pennsylvania hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Wayne to unveil its newest autism care center. This clinic will provide diagnostic and autism care services to the King of Prussia community and the greater Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties. ABA Centers of Pennsylvania provides applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy services to children with…
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Gwynedd Mercy University Welcomes New Assistant Vice President for University
Gwynedd Mercy University is pleased to announce that Michael Minetti, MBA will serve as the new Assistant Vice President (AVP) for University Advancement. Minetti takes over the role from Christina Riso, JD, who was promoted to Vice President for University Advancement in April 2024. As AVP, his areas of focus will include the strategy and…
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Chicken Sandwich Restaurant Skip’s Wrightstown Opening Soon
In just a few weeks, locals will enjoy Skip’s famous Lancaster County fried chicken sandwiches, tenders, and loaded fries as Skip’s Wrightstown opens its doors, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Located at the former Wrightstown Country Store on Route 413 and Penns Park Road, this will be Skip’s first brick-and-mortar store, expanding from…
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High-Payoff Activities to Make the Most of the Next Six Months
In last week’s article, we talked a little bit about how determining your high-payoff activities can help you get back on track to achieve your goals that you set at the beginning of this year. We’re halfway through the year now, so it’s the perfect time to refocus and reprioritize in order to finish the…
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FEMA to Spend $2M to Install Temporary Barriers to Protect Eastwick Community from Flooding
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will spend more than $2 million to install temporary barriers to protect the Eastwick community from flooding, write Brandon Goldner and Alan Wheeler for CBS News Philadelphia. The barriers, known as HESCO barriers, will span for about 1,400 feet along Cobbs Creek. They are about four feet high and…
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Speaker Joanna McClinton Spearheads New Portrait Project Celebrating Women in Pa. Politics
Pennsylvania House Speaker Joanna McClinton is the mastermind behind a new portrait project initiative that highlights the contributions and journeys of trailblazing women throughout the history of Pennsylvania politics, writes Melissa Noel for Essence. The “Dear Girl” Project celebrates the record number of women serving in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and aims to inspire…
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Why Taylor Swift’s Career Is a Masterclass in Alternative Investment
Taylor Swift and her team are a genius organization, to be this popular for this long and put out a product that changes but keeps original fans still engaged. When artists update the type of music they create, some people drop off because it is not what they want. With Swift, she keeps those fans and…
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The Luxury of Hotel Indigo in West Chester to Showcase Town’s History and Art
Hotel Indigo in West Chester, part of the “luxury collection” owned by InterContinental Hotels Group, will showcase the town’s history and art once it is completed, writes Victoria Rose for Main Line Tonight. The 108-room hotel will have features for both visitors and locals, including a seafood restaurant with a raw bar, 1,100 square feet…
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