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Penn State Abington Grad Is Making a Name for Herself in Applied Behavior Analysis
Quintara Tucker, a Pennsylvania State Abington graduate, has launched two Applied Behavioral Analysis firms as she makes a name for herself in the field, writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. Applied Behavior Analysis is a type of therapy based on principles of learning and behavior. It is commonly used in special education and as a…
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WSJ: Mini Melts, the Popular Ice Cream Brand Founded in Philadelphia, Gains Backing From California Private Equity Firm
Mini Melts, one of the nation’s most popular ice cream brands, is gaining new backing, writes Rod James for The Wall Street Journal. Altamont Capital Partners, a private equity firm, has acquired a controlling interest in the company. Founded in 2004 in Philadelphia, Mini Melts serves 30 million prepackaged ice cream cups a year from…
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PAFA Announces It Will Close Its College At the End of the 2024-25 Academic Year
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) is closing its college at the end of the 2024-25 academic year, writes Tom Dougherty for CBS News Philadelphia. While its college will close, the museum will remain open and its certificate programs, K-12 arts programs, and continuing education will remain in place. PAFA President Eric Pryor cited…
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Once Homeless, Arlan Hamilton Launched VC Firm and Visits Philly To Promote New Book She Authored About Her Journey, Advice on Success
Arlan Hamilton was able to find success when she was at her lowest. She was homeless when she launched Backstage Capital in 2015, a VC firm focused on what it calls “underestimated founders,” writes Danya Henninger for Technical.ly. Hamilton recently published a new book titled, “Your First Million,” which details her journey and sends the…
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House of the Week: Lovely Contemporary with Unparalleled Level of Grandeur and Elegance in Fox Chase
A lovely contemporary home set on a sprawling 3.81 acres with seven bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms is available for sale in the historic Fox Chase neighborhood. This stunning home offers an unparalleled level of grandeur and elegance in its more than 7600 square feet of living space. . . After entering the…
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Karen M. Turner, Longtime Esteemed Temple University Professor and Journalist, Retires After 31 Years
Associate Professor Karen M. Turner has retired from Temple University after 31 years, Klein College of Media and Communication staff writes. Throughout her career, Turner became a distinguished member of the faculty and a trailblazer in the field of journalism and media studies. She joined Temple in 1992. A graduate of Dartmouth College and Northwestern…
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Wilmington University Receives $1 Million Grant from the Longwood Foundation
Wilmington University has been awarded a $1 million grant by the Longwood Foundation to support the expansion of its Brandywine location, including a law school building and a Convocation Center. The context of this grant cited by Longwood links the limited diversity within Delaware’s legal profession and Wilmington University’s long tradition as an open-access, accredited, and inclusive…
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Independence Blue Cross Brightens Philadelphia Skyline with New LED Lights to Enhance City Views
Independence Blue Cross has added external LED lighting to its headquarters at 1901 Market Street in Center City, enlivening the Philadelphia skyline in a bright, new way. The lights, which can illuminate the building in 14 colors and various combinations, provide definition to 560 linear features on the building, which was constructed between 1987 and…
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Owners of Chadds Ford Tavern, Kings Tavern Opening New Restaurant in Paoli
Restaurateurs Philip and Kate Ferro, the owners of Chadds Ford Tavern and Kings Tavern in Coatesville, are expanding, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Together with their investors Chet Patel and Garry Hesselbacher, the pair are planning for an April opening of Main Line Tavern in Paoli. All three eateries are part of…
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After State Lawmakers Deny Transit Funding, SEPTA Explores Service Cuts and Fare Hikes
When Pennsylvania lawmakers passed its budget, it didn’t include the $295 million increase in state transit funding that SEPTA was hoping for, writes Thomas Fitzgerald for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Now, the race is on to see if SEPTA, transit advocates, and political leaders can find a solid source of transit funding passed in the coming…
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Through His Volunteer Work, Philadelphia Man Inspires Patients and Families By Feeding Them
When John Schmid was a child, his mother told him that the truest form of love is feeding someone you don’t know. Those words have stuck with him since and today, Schmid leads a volunteer group that has cooked 85 meals for Philadelphia nonprofit Gift of Life Donor Program, writes Saleen Martin for USA Today.…
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See How Philadelphia International Airport Ranked for On-Time Flights Last Year
On-time flights are a blessing for eager travelers who want to get to their destinations as soon as possible. Nationwide, some airports have a greater reputation than others for being on time, writes Jessica Puckett for Conde Nast Traveler. For those who frequent airports, Cirium, an air travel data firm, provides an annual list of…
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Center City Rite Aid Among 4 New Locations Up For Sale
More leases for Rite Aid locations are up for sale amid the Philadelphia-based pharmacy chain’s continued Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Among the 4 new Rite Aid locations up for sale is the Center City Philadelphia location on Chestnut Street in Rittenhouse Square. This marks the sixth Philadelphia…
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This Winter, Enjoy Seasonal Beers Made With Local Ingredients in Philadelphia
Winter is the time when most of to enjoy local beers with a little more heft, writes Emily Kovach for PA Eats. Luckily, Pennsylvania’s rich craft beer scene offers plenty of choices when it comes to winter beers made with local ingredients, including two made by Philadelphia breweries. Cartesian Brewing in South Philadelphia is known…
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An Eastern University Grad’s Journey from Cambodian Refugee to Changing Lives as a Philadelphia Principal
While the journey from Cambodia to America was never easy, Daniel Sophara Peou, a 1997 graduate of Eastern University, has allowed his story to shape his passions and influence his desire to make a difference for his students as a principal in the School District of Philadelphia. At 13 years old, Dan and his family…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Chris Wiseman, Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity of Chester County
Chris Wiseman, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Chester County, grew up in West Virginia and North Carolina. He recalled adventures with a German shepherd that he called his best friend and found surprising success after joining his high school swim team as a senior, which led to a college scholarship. Swimming also helped…
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Last Call for Bucks County Residents to Claim State Grant Money to Finish Degree/Certification by June 24
Students who had to pause their college or career training certificate programs have limited time to apply for a share of $1,333,268 awarded to the Bucks County Department of Workforce and Economic Development (WED) by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Near Completer Grant program. Time still remains to complete a degree or…
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Harcum College Hosts Dental Expo 2024 for Dental Professionals
A full day of affordable professional development is available to to those who operate or are employed by dental practices and clinics on Saturday, March 9, at Harcum College in Bryn Mawr. The 16th Annual Dental Expo at Harcum College offers dentists, dental office managers, dental assistants, Expanded Function Dental Assistants (EFDAs), dental hygienists, current…
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