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17 Memorable Lodging Options Near Longwood Gardens
Longwood Gardens is a Chester County treasure in the heart of the Brandywine Valley, just a short distance from Philadelphia International Airport, that draws nature lovers and horticulture enthusiasts from all over the world. Its sprawling landscapes, seasonal displays, and breathtaking conservatories offer a bucket list experience with a serene escape from the hustle and…
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Quakertown-Born Sabrina Carpenter’s Coffee Shop Stint Draws Mixed Reactions from Fans
Sabrina Carpenter took on a new role as a barista at a London coffee shop on Monday to promote her hit single “Espresso,” writes Emily Bloch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The pop star, originally from Quakertown, surprised fans at Blank Street Coffee by serving drinks and greeting customers. This promotional stunt is part of…
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Former Governor: The Legislature Should Reject Any Attempt to Create a Different Tax Rate for So-Called ‘Skill Game’ Devices
Twenty years ago this week, I was in my second year as Governor. My team and I were in the midst of negotiating the State Budget for 2004-2005. A major part of that budget involved passage of the Gaming Act, which brought casino gaming — slot machines to be exact — to the Commonwealth. Gaming industry…
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Delaware River Port Authority May Soon Increase Toll Prices
The Delaware River Port Authority is expected to soon vote on a toll increase that would be the first hike since 2011, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. If approved, tolls to cross the Ben Franklin, Walt Whitman, Betsy Ross, and Commodore Barry bridges would each rise from $5 to $6. James Schultz, DRPA board chair,…
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Teacher at Freire Charter High School Transforms Classroom into a Theater, Engaging Students
As a former off-Broadway actor, Chad Corbitt continues to incorporate the arts into his current job as an English teacher at Freire Charter High School, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. There, he is also the artistic director of the Broken Leg Players, an after-school theater group that has grown tremendously since it was launched nearly…
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Check Out the Price Tag on SEPTA’s Massive Expansion Plan for Wissahickon Transportation Center
SEPTA’s tiny Wissahickon Transportation Center, which serves about 7,000 riders each day, is about to undergo a massive expansion, writes Mike DeNardo for KYW Newsradio. SEPTA broke ground last week to start construction on the $45 million project. The center is currently used by eleven bus routes. It is just big enough for one bus…
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Washington Post: Rural Pennsylvania Facing Population Loss
The sharp decline in rural population has put Pennsylvania at the forefront of a national discourse on the viability of America’s small towns that have long been pillars of the country’s culture, writes Tim Craig for The Washington Post. Nationwide, 81 percent of rural counties have recorded more deaths than births in the last four…
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Cheltenham’s Rue Landau Is First Openly Gay Person to Be Elected to Philadelphia City Council
Cheltenham native Rue Landau made history this November when she became the first openly gay person elected to Philadelphia City Council, writes Victor Fiorillo for the Philadelphia Magazine. She celebrated her election by “singing ‘We Are the Champions’ with my campaign staff at two in the morning at Woody’s,” she recalled. For Landau, working at…
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Jason and Travis Kelce Talk About a New Cereal With General Mills
A collaboration between the Kelce brothers and General Mills means shoppers are likely to see a new Kelce cereal that mixes three of their favorite brands, writes Gabriela Carrol for The Philadelphia Inquirer. There’s no official name announced yet for the Kelce-inspired cereal, though Kelce Krunch seems a natural fit. There’s also no release date. …
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GY Properties Opens First Phase of 500-Unit Apartment Development Project Near the Delaware River
GY Properties, a Philadelphia-based developer, has significantly expanded its footprint in Fishtown by opening the first phase of its latest project near the Delaware River, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The first phase of the project, Five on Canal, features three apartment buildings totaling 264 units. The first two buildings have already…
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Key Questions to Consider When Crafting Your Effective Tax Strategy
With April 15 behind us, many business owners view this as a chance to set aside thinking about taxes for months. While they will pay their quarterly estimates and work with their CPA to address any notices they receive, these business owners welcome the opportunity to not think about taxes until next year’s busy season.…
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Longtime CEO of Montgomery County-based Redeemer Health Set to Retire in July
Michael B. Laign, the longtime CEO of Montgomery County-based health system Redeemer Health, is retiring next month, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Laign is the region’s longest-tenured health system CEO, having led Redeemer Health since 1993. After Laign steps down effective July 15, Gregory T. Wozniak will take over as CEO. Laign…
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Wynnewood-Based Alex’s Lemonade Stand Celebrates 20 Years of Lemonade Days
Wynnewood-based Alex’s Lemonade Stand is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Lemonade Days, the family-friendly fundraiser for pediatric cancer research, writes Melissa Jacobs for Main Line Tonight. Lemonade Days, which have raised over $20.5 million in the last two decades, are one of Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation’s signature programs. The foundation is the nation’s largest independent…
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Dad Jokes Built Delaware County Native Dave Ogleton’s TikTok Career
Delaware County native Dave “FitDad” Ogleton knows how to get his 3 million+ followers on TikTok to laugh and cringe at the same time, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Ogleton is the “King of Dad Jokes.” The fathers laugh. The kids are slightly embarrassed. Ogleton produces clever puns and rapid-fire quips. He started…
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PIDC Plans 40-Acre Biotech Campus on Schuylkill Riverfront
PIDC is moving forward with plans to develop a 40-acre modern biotechnology manufacturing campus two years after beginning its search for a partner, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The public-private economic development organization is currently evaluating proposals from a select group of developers for the project, which PIDC believes could support thousands…
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Science Leadership Academy Teacher Bans Cell Phones During Class, Sees Student Work and Relationships Improve
Teachers at Science Leadership Academy, the nationally regarded magnet school with a heavy tech focus, have banned cell phones during class for the 2023-24 school year and they are more than satisfied with the results, writes Kristen A. Graham for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Matthew Kay, who has taught at SLA since its founding in 2006,…
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Former Philadelphia Flyer Chris Therien Helps Others Through the Pennsylvania Recovery Center
Former Philadelphia Flyer Chris Therien has charted a new path for himself as part-owner and chief wellness officer at the new Pennsylvania Recovery Center site in Center City, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Therien joined the NHL in 1994 as a “light drinker,” he said. But by the time he retired 12…
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SS United States Must Leave Pier 82 in South Philadelphia by September
The iconic ocean liner SS United States — once the fastest passenger ship in the world — has been ordered to leave Pier 82 in South Philadelphia by September 12, 2024, according to a staff report from The Maritime Executive. This has left the nonprofit that owns the ship scrambling to secure a new location…
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