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Chester County Mourns Loss of One of Its Faces of Philanthropy, Highland Township’s Robert McNeil
One of the faces of philanthropy in Chester County has died. Highland Township’s Robert McNeil, who founded the Chester County Food Bank in 2009 and whose impact extends well beyond the four million pounds of food that the CCFB annually distributes, died on April 13 at the age of 74 after a decade-long bout with…
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Ambler’s Phenom CEO Targets Billions, Eyes Turning Startup Into Tech Giant
While Phenom has already established itself as one of Greater Philadelphia’s more notable startup success stories, its CEO Mahe Bayireddi is eyeing building the company into a tech giant, writes Ryan Mulligan for PHL Inno. Based in Ambler, the human resources tech firm founded in 2010 has grown 25 percent to 30 percent annually to…
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In addition to Delicious Steaks, Joey Chops in Malvern Has Much More to Offer
Joey Chops in Malvern is a boutique steakhouse that goes beyond steaks with offerings such as lobster dumplings and salmon Wellington, writes Jason Sheehan for Philadelphia Magazine. Brought to life by the Stove & Tap crew a year ago, the eatery elevates the steakhouse game but still does everything it can to please those who…
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Meet Shania Bennett, the 24-Year-Old Leading Philly’s Office of Youth Engagement
At 24 years old, Shania Bennett is the youngest person in Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administration, writes Christie Ileto for 6abc. She is the executive director of the Office of Youth Engagement, and despite her young age, Bennett has accomplished a lot. At 16 years old, she graduated high school by being dually enrolled at the…
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Odin Properties Opens New Residential Development in Harrowgate
Odin Properties, the leading Philadelphia-based real estate company, has unveiled Collins Lofts, a new 86-unit residential development in the Harrowgate neighborhood. Collins Lofts replaces the site of Tioga Mills, one of the largest textile manufacturers during the turn of the 20th century, which had been functionally obsolete and vacant for decades before Odin purchased it.…
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PECO Powers Efforts with Diverse Businesses, Spending a Record $597 Million in 2023
PECO is helping to power the economies of local and diverse communities by expanding its commitment to business diversity. In 2023, PECO had its best year ever for spend with diverse businesses, purchasing $597 million in goods and services from diversity-certified businesses, which accounted for 43 percent of its total yearly purchases and marked the…
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Pocono Palace, Once One of the Favorite Honeymoon Spots in Pennsylvania, To Close Its Doors in May
Pocono Palace in East Stroudsburg, best known for its plastic hot tubs shaped like a champagne glass, will be closing its doors for good on May 2, writes Jason Nark for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The hotel was once synonymous with newlywed bliss in both the Philadelphia and New York City regions. It was founded by…
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Haverford Systems Introduces All-in-One Telehealth Workstations Through Innovative Partnership
Telehealth has emerged as a pivotal tool that offers patients convenient access to specialized care and enables healthcare providers to deliver their expertise remotely. Haverford Systems, a leading audiovisual integration company serving the Philadelphia region, offers a cutting-edge telehealth solution through the partnership between PTZOptics and Strongarm Healthcare. At the heart of this partnership lies…
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Eastern University Alum Named School Nurse of the Year
Eastern graduate Emily Hunter, M.Ed., BS, RN, CSN, has been named the Pennsylvania School Nurse of the Year by the National Association of School Nurses for 2024. Hunter received her Master of Education in School Health Services from Eastern in 2021. The previous Eastern Eagle currently works at Rhawnhurst School in Philadelphia, where she has…
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Giant’s Feeding School Kids Initiative Fuels $90,000 in Lower Bucks Schools to Combat Food Insecurity
Lower Bucks County schools are set to receive a substantial boost in their efforts to combat student food insecurity, thanks to a generous contribution exceeding $90,000 from The GIANT Company, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. As part of the Feeding School Kids initiative, Giant and its patrons raised over $1.5 million nationwide to support…
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Incorporating the Principles of Personal Leadership into Your Life and Career
No one ever becomes truly great by accident; success is a choice, a commitment to constructive action. Peter Drucker said that “the best way to predict the future is to create it.” Your goal is to challenge yourself to think deeply, to look at your belief system through a different lens, encourage yourself to dream…
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Sprouts Farmers Market To Open 2 New Philadelphia Stores in June
As part of its latest expansion plans in Philadelphia, Sprouts Farmers Market is planning to open two new stores in the city set to open in June, writes Michaela Althouse for PhillyVoice. The first of the two stores will open at the Roosevelt Mall in Northeast Philadelphia on June 14, while the season is set…
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Wistar Institute Opens New Center for Advanced Therapeutics, CEO Talks Goals and Vision
The Wistar Institute recently launched its newest initiative, the Center for Advanced Therapeutics, further aligning with Philadelphia’s growing life sciences sector and further expanding Wistar’s footprint into early-stage drug recovery, the Wistar Institute writes for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The one-of-a-kind program is being spearheaded by the organization’s CEO, Dr. Dario Altieri. He said the…
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Comcast Sells Record $1.2 Billion in Advertising Ahead of 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris
Comcast has sold a record $1.2 billion in advertising ahead of the upcoming summer Olympics and Paralympic games in Paris, writes Christopher Palmieri for Bloomberg. According to Dan Lovinger, head of Olympics games for NBCUniversal, which will be broadcasting the games, both the opening and closing ceremonies are sold out. Over $350 million of the…
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Leonardo Helicopters US Showcases Philadelphia’s Appeal in New Momentum Makers Series
The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia is making significant strides in attracting and expanding companies within the region, showcasing its impact on the local and global business landscape. Through a comprehensive regional marketing strategy, the chamber’s Economic Competitiveness team has been pivotal in promoting Greater Philadelphia as a premier global destination for business. This…
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Wilmington University Opens the Door to a New Health Career With the Interdisciplinary Care Management Certificate
While working toward her bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences, Jhovana Preciado wondered, “How can I make myself stand out?” She found the answer in Wilmington University’s Interdisciplinary Care Management Certificate. “I don’t think many people realize how certificates play an important role when you graduate,” she said. “This one’s specially designed for management, so it’s…
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Bethel AME Church of Ardmore Create Community Garden and Farming Program To Provide Easier Access to Nutritious Food
For six years, the Bethel AME Church of Ardmore has been helping feed its congregation and the neighborhood with produce from its community garden, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. For a Black church, “being a lifeline support center” is central to its existence, said Carolyn C. Cavaness, Pastor of Bethel AME Church of Ardmore. The…
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A Robot Named Spot is Newest Tool for Montgomery County Bomb Squad
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office recently unveiled Spot the robot, the newest tool for its bomb and hazardous device disposal unit, writes Rachel Ravina for The Times Herald. The four-legged, dog-like machine was described as an “agile inspection robot” during a demonstration held at the Conshohocken training campus of the Montgomery County Department of Public…
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