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Palestinian Restaurant Chain, Ayat, Planned For Center City Philadelphia
Ayat, the New York-based Palestinian restaurant chain, is planning to open its first Philadelphia location in Center City, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The planned location is the former Roxy Theater on Sansom Street, three blocks from Rittenhouse Square. Once opened, it will be the only self-identified Palestinian restaurant in Center City, and…
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Home Ownership Among Single Mothers in Philly Region Higher Than Most Major Metros
Single mothers in the Philadelphia metro are more likely to own a home than in most other major metros in the country, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to LendingTree’s analysis of Census Bureau data, in 2022, around 43 percent of single mothers in the Philadelphia region owned their homes. This ranked Philadelphia…
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Driving Car Dealerships Forward with Video Walls from Haverford Systems
With the average car buyer exploring 2.2 showrooms before sealing the deal, it’s clear that the dealership experience goes beyond a one-time transaction. It’s about establishing a trusted connection that becomes your go-to destination for miles to come. As dealerships in the Philadelphia area look to make a lasting impression, more are turning to video…
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Gary Liguori Named Chancellor at Penn State Abington
Gary Liguori has been named chancellor and dean of Penn State Abington, effective July 1. Liguori, former provost and vice president of academic affairs at the University of West Florida, was selected following a national search. “I am honored and excited to serve as Penn State Abington’s next chancellor, and I look forward to building on…
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ABA Centers Opens Its First Pennsylvania Autism Care Center in Bala Cynwyd
ABA Centers of Pennsylvania, a for-profit care provider, has opened its first autism care center in Bala Cynwyd, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company, which was founded in 2020, plans on opening two more centers in the Philadelphia suburbs later this year, in King of Prussia and Langhorne. Prior to opening…
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Kohl’s to Launch New Babies “R” Us Shop in Bensalem as Part of Nationwide Expansion
Kohl’s Corp. is set to enhance its store in Bensalem, with the introduction of a Babies “R” Us shop, leading a major rollout of the baby brand in 200 stores across the country, writes Linda Spice for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Kohl’s Corps’ strategic partnership with WHP Global, owner of the Babies “R” Us…
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Warwick Farm Brewing Recognized for Best Taproom and Beer Garden Design
Warwick Farm Brewing in Jamison has a significant splash in the craft beer industry by securing four prestigious accolades at the 2024 Craft Beer Marketing Awards, writes Michele Haddon for Bucks County Courier Times. Recognized for its innovative marketing and standout packaging designs, Warwick Farm Brewing clinched a Platinum Crushie for the “Coolest Taproom…
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Cherelle Parker, Philadelphia’s First Woman Mayor, Awarded Honorary Doctorate from Lincoln University
Philadelphia mayor, Cherelle Parker, has received her honorary doctorate from Lincoln University, reports staff for CBS News Philadelphia. Parker, who is the 100th mayor of Philadelphia, is a 1994 graduate of Lincoln University. She is also the first woman to hold office. From 2005 to 2015, Parked served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. From…
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Widener University’s Delaware Law Clinics Create the Foundations for Legal Practice
Students at the Delaware Law School have the opportunity to get valuable and informative hands-on experience working with real clients through the school’s law clinics. Six clinics across varied areas of the law are offered, providing valuable and informative experiences where students work alongside licensed attorneys, often interacting with the clients, drafting legal documents, and…
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Pilot Program Helps Philadelphians Become First-Time Homeowners, Pay Off Student Debt
Since October, the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency has been testing the waters of a grant and loan program that helps aspiring homeowners with down payments and closing costs. However, the Revitalizing Neighborhoods and Increasing Homeownership pilot program sets itself apart by also helping with student loans, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. For people…
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American Cancer Society Appoints Philly Native As Inaugural Chief Business Transformation Officer
American Cancer Society has appointed Rob Muller, a veteran executive with more than two decades of experience, as its inaugural chief business transformation officer, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. During conversations, Muller became very impressed by CEO Karen Knudsen’s vision for the future of the nonprofit as it works to eradicate cancer.…
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Why Newtown Book and Record Exchange is a Must-Visit for Book and Music Lovers
A Newtown bookstore is being highlighted as a top Pennsylvania shop to visit, according to The Keystone. Newtown Book and Record Exchange has been a cherished local mainstay since 1981. This beloved shop offers a treasure trove of used books many of which are in pristine condition, that invite visitors to lose themselves in…
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Montgomery County Life Sciences Campus To Be Redeveloped By New Owners
The new owners of a 34-acre office and life sciences campus in Montgomery County have launched a major renovation and expansion of the property, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. David Werner Real Estate Investments and GreenBarn Investment Group, New York-based partners, plan to add up to 1.4 million square feet of new…
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Temple University is Close To Naming Next President, Its 4th in Just Over A Year
Temple University is in the latter stages of its search for a new president, which will be its fourth in just over a year, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. As a result, the stakes are very high for Temple to choose the right person to bring stability to the university. Mitchell Morgan,…
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A North Philadelphia Native Has Been Named a Gates Scholar
Antoinette Ellis had trepidation about committing to any college until she could be sure she’d be able to go without accumulating debt. Now, she won’t have to worry about that, as Ellis has been named a Gates Scholar, writes Chanel Hill for The Philadelphia Tribune. “I no longer have that burden on my shoulder and…
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Philadelphia Tastemakers Share How Visitors Can Best Experience the City Today
Most visitors come to Philadelphia with history in mind, but several Philadelphia tastemakers want them to know that there is much more the city has to offer today, writes Joseph Hernandez for AFAR. Chef Chutatip “Nok” Suntaranon of the restaurant Kalaya, who used to run a restaurant in Bangkok, Thailand, before moving to the United…
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Healthcare Apparel Brand Figs is Bringing a Store to Philadelphia This Year
Figs, the clothing brand that has sold uniforms online for individuals working in the heatlhcare field, is expanding its reach into the brick-and-mortar space, writes Deborah Belgum for WWD. Its first official store was recently opened in Los Angeles, with plans to bring a second Figs store to Philadelphia in Rittenhouse Square during the first…
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Longwood Gardens’ Peter Zale Earns Top Honors in Orchid Conservation from American Orchid Society
Peter Zale, Associate Director of Conservation Horticulture and Plant Breeding at Longwood Gardens, has been honored with the prestigious Philip E. Keenan Award by the American Orchid Society. This accolade recognizes his outstanding contributions to orchid conservation, underscoring a career dedicated to preserving these enchanting plants. The Philip E. Keenan Award, named after a luminary…
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