Commerce
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GMercyU Creates Faster Path for Nurses to Enter Workforce, Launches Three-Year Bachelor’s Degree
Gwynedd Mercy University is launching a three-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree beginning this fall, creating a faster path for highly skilled, compassionate nurses to enter a workforce facing significant shortages. The accelerated option will save future GMercyU nurses an estimated $29,000 by shortening the traditional BSN timeline to three years. Students may also benefit…
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Wayne-Based Teleflex Pressured by Activist Investor to Consider Acquisition Offers
Irenic Capital Management is pushing Wayne-based Teleflex to evaluate potential acquisition offers and replace Dr. Stephen Klasko in his role as chairman, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The activist investor sent a letter last week to the medical device company’s board, urging it “to immediately take a more constructive and responsible approach to evaluating strategic alternatives.” …
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Ben Affleck Pays a Visit to Swarthmore’s Luna’s Mexican Grill
Two-time Oscar winner Ben Affleck capped off a tour of Swarthmore College on Friday with his 17-year-old child, Fin, by getting a bite to eat at Luna’s Mexican Grill in Swarthmore, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Restaurant owner Cristina Luna Ramirez was able to sneak in a selfie with Affleck during his visit,…
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Montco Restaurant Group Expands Once Again with New Doylestown Takeover
Montgomery County’s busy restaurant scene is spilling into neighboring Bucks, as a familiar trio of local owners continues their expansion, writes Emma Dooling for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Restaurateurs Gent Mema, Orbelin Bitraj, and Joshua Friedberg have acquired the former Station Tap House in Doylestown and rebranded it as The Station. While the new venture…
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Abandoned Amazon Fresh Site to Be Replaced By Retailer Opening First Philadelphia Store
A Northeast Philadelphia site that was planned to be occupied by an Amazon Fresh store that never fully came to fruition will soon be the site of Floor and Decor’s first Philadelphia store, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. A zoning permit for a 45,250-square-foot retail anchor was recently issued by the city…
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Everything Begins With An Idea: myNextory Helps Employees Take Control of Their Career
From early-stage startups navigating their first steps to more seasoned innovators building momentum, Everything Begins With An Idea explores the challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons learned that shape the entrepreneur’s journey. ______ Startups rise or fall on one thing. They solve a real problem or they do not. myNextory is built around a problem many companies…
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This South Philly Eatery is a Hidden Gem for BBQ Lovers
Located in South Philadelphia, Mike’s BBQ is a true hidden gem where the meat is smoked a traditional way in a Lang Smoker, that lures in patrons with its enticing scent, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29. “We opened in January 2016 and strive our best to produce top quality food every day,” said Jimmy…
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After 50 Years, Owners of Historic Cherry Street Tavern Near Deal to Sell 124-Year-Old Bar
After operating the Logan Square landmark for 50 years, the owners of Cherry Street Tavern have listed the 124-year-old bar for sale and are close to finalizing a deal, writes Mike Newall for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Originally opened as a bar around 1902, the tavern survived Prohibition by operating as a barbershop. Much of its…
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RKL’s Laurie Peer Named 2026 Circle of Excellence Honoree by Lehigh Valley Business
Laurie Peer, President of RKL Private Wealth, has been named a 2026 Circle of Excellence honoree by Lehigh Valley Business as part of its Women of Influence awards program. The Circle of Excellence recognizes women of longstanding, notable success who are leading the way for other women in the community. Honorees are selected by a…
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H Mart Could Turn Lansdale Shopping Center into Cultural Hub
A long-struggling Lansdale shopping center may be on the verge of a turnaround, writes Tony Di Domizio for North Penn Now. Plans tied to H Mart bring renewed energy and cultural significance to the Hillcrest Shopping Center. The proposed addition of the popular Asian grocery chain signals more than just a new tenant. For Montgomery…
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Popular Quakertown Craft Brewery and Restaurant Celebrates Reopening
The Proper Brewing Company is celebrating its grand reopening following a two-and-a-half-month hiatus on Wednesday, April 1, at 4 PM, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ 69 News. The 10-year-old Quakertown business, formerly owned by husband and wife Brian and Kris Wilson, was recently sold to employee Melissa Szymkiewicz. On Jan. 17, the restaurant and brewery closed for renovations and now features…
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Gary Smith: Leading Chester County From the Farm and the Office
While you may know him as the leader of the Chester County Economic Development Council, Gary Smith is still a farmer in every sense of the word, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Smith grew up in the New Garden area shucking corn and milking cows on his family’s farm. He attended what’s…
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Iron Hill Brewery’s Center City Location to Reopen in Mid-April
Iron Hill Brewery is planning to reopen its Center City location, among five others, less than a year after abruptly shutting down all its operations, writes Michaela Althouse for PhillyVoice. While there is no official reopening date, due to its dependency on the permitting process, it is expected to reopen by mid-April. The four other…
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Comcast Announces Plan to Relocate Technology Center Tower Across Suburbs
In a bold regional reset with a twist, Comcast plans to dismantle its 1,121-foot tower into 10-story suburban mini towers. In a move that reflects the new reality of remote work, and with internal estimates showing the building sits 25 percent to 40 percent unused on a typical day since COVID, Comcast announced plans Tuesday…
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Preparing Today for Cyber Protection Tomorrow: Prioritizing Your Cyber Investments
As a business leader, you likely view your cybersecurity budget with a mix of urgency and uncertainty. You read the headlines about ransomware and data breaches, and you know the risks are real. Yet determining exactly where to allocate your limited resources often feels like a guessing game. You are not alone in this anxiety.…











































