• Independence Blue Cross Focuses on Concept of Equitable, Whole-Person Health at Its 2nd Annual Summit

    Independence Blue Cross Focuses on Concept of Equitable, Whole-Person Health at Its 2nd Annual Summit

    Independence Blue Cross recently hosted its second annual in-person and virtual Health Equity Summit. The event focused on the concept of equitable, whole-person health. Independence Blue Cross members who attended the event had the opportunity to hear from healthcare leaders on this important topic. They also had a chance to share what whole-person health means…

  • As Scammers Try to Enrich Themselves During the Holidays, AARP Pennsylvania Helps You Protect Yourself

    As Scammers Try to Enrich Themselves During the Holidays, AARP Pennsylvania Helps You Protect Yourself

    It’s the holiday season — a time for togetherness and celebration. For many of us, it’s a season of giving. Unfortunately, the gift-giving process also brings opportunities for scammers to enrich themselves. AARP Pennsylvania’s goal isn’t to take the joy out the holiday season or take the fun out of gift-giving; rather, it’s to help…

  • Explore the Holiday Magic at Bird-in-Hand’s Artisan Village 

    Explore the Holiday Magic at Bird-in-Hand’s Artisan Village 

    The buildings belonging to Bird-in-Hand’s Artisan Village have quite a history. Dating back to the 1890s, the eclectic village has served many different purposes, its most recent being a hardware general store.   After sitting empty for some time, the owner of Bird-in-Hand Corporation John Smucker wanted to bring life into that part of town and…

  • Mentors Make the Difference for Law Students at Wilmington University

    Mentors Make the Difference for Law Students at Wilmington University

    “A mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself” — that quote from Oprah Winfrey rings true at the Wilmington University School of Law, where students benefit from a strong mentorship program. “I am excited to see what I learn from the mentorship program. I have already had the opportunity to…

  • Center City Businesses Are Seeing Shoppers Return At Near Pre-Pandemic Levels

    Center City Businesses Are Seeing Shoppers Return At Near Pre-Pandemic Levels

    Center City District recently released a report that shows that shoppers have returned to downtown Philadelphia at near the pre-pandemic rate, writes Hayden Mitman for NBC 10 Philadelphia.  This is shown in foot traffic, retail sales, and new jobs. According to the report, October’s daily Center City foot traffic was found to be at roughly…

  • What Could Become of the SS United States? Redevelopment Plans All Hinge On Potential Partners

    What Could Become of the SS United States? Redevelopment Plans All Hinge On Potential Partners

    As the search for a new home for the SS United States marches on, the possibilities of its future are aplenty, writes Ximena Conde for The Philadelphia Inquirer.  The vessel has called Pier 82 in South Philadelphia for about 27 years, but an ongoing rent dispute could lead to an eviction.  While the SS United…

  • Here’s How a Horse Nonprofit in Malvern Helps People Struggling with Addiction

    Here’s How a Horse Nonprofit in Malvern Helps People Struggling with Addiction

    Gateway HorseWorks in Malvern helps people struggling with addiction by letting them get close to horses and groom and care for them, writes Scott Simon for NPR.  The program helps individuals who are trying to recover feel strength and understanding, and begins a kind of kinship between them and horses.  The experience for people struggling…

  • The Nut Hut Saloon in Fishtown is Set to Reopen By End of the Year Under New Operator

    The Nut Hut Saloon in Fishtown is Set to Reopen By End of the Year Under New Operator

    Before the calendar flips to 2024, Fishtown’s Nut Hut Saloon will be reopening its doors under new operators with eyes toward a more modern neighborhood feel, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal.  The new partner group consists of Ken Landis, Benjamin Albacete, Marc Mattera, and Joseph Danfield. Initially, the plan was to open…

  • Central High School Student Combats Hunger, Food Insecurity Through Her Student-Led Nonprofit, Feeding Philly

    Central High School Student Combats Hunger, Food Insecurity Through Her Student-Led Nonprofit, Feeding Philly

    Despite only being a teenager, Samantha Sandhaus has managed to make a strong impact on the community, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. Currently a senior at Central High School in North Philadelphia, Sandhaus launched Feeding Philly when she was a sophomore. The nonprofit has seen tremendous growth over the two years since its launch. “We…

  • Navigating the World of Opulence: A Peek into the Latest Features of High-End Luxury Cars

    Navigating the World of Opulence: A Peek into the Latest Features of High-End Luxury Cars

    In a world where opulence and technology intersect, high-end luxury cars stand as the epitome of status and innovation. For the connoisseur of fine automobiles, these cars are more than just vehicles; they are masterpieces of engineering and design. Let’s explore the latest features that make these cars a symbol of splendor and sophistication in…

  • Penn Community Bank & PHDC Creating More Affordable Homeownership Opportunities

    Penn Community Bank & PHDC Creating More Affordable Homeownership Opportunities

    Recently, the Philadelphia Housing Development Corporation and the City of Philadelphia celebrated Turn The Key’s expansion across the city with a ceremonial ribbon-cutting. Turn the Key is a public-private partnership funded through the City’s Neighborhood Preservation Initiative to help up to 1,000 Philadelphia families become first-time homebuyers. City of Philadelphia employees get first preference.  “The Turn the Key…

  • Philly Business Leaders Are Hopeful For More Economic Development As New Administration Arrives in January

    Philly Business Leaders Are Hopeful For More Economic Development As New Administration Arrives in January

    For over a year, Philadelphia business owners have wanted a city government that will address the various challenges they face and hope new Mayor-Elect Cherelle Parker’s administration can do so, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. On the campaign trail for the city’s 100th mayor, many business leaders pointed to the city’s ease of doing business…

  • North Philly Native, Therapist Sarah-Ashley Andrews Wants to Change the Mental Health Conversation

    North Philly Native, Therapist Sarah-Ashley Andrews Wants to Change the Mental Health Conversation

    Sarah-Ashley Andrews is a multi-faceted individual with grand plans of transforming both the public education and mental health landscapes, writes Kristen A. Graham for The Philadelphia Inquirer.  Andrews grew up in North Philadelphia. While in college at Bloomsburg University as a communications major, she came to the realization that she was fighting her true purpose.…

  • Fashion District Philadelphia CEO Believes New Mall Consumers ‘Value Experiences Over Goods’

    Fashion District Philadelphia CEO Believes New Mall Consumers ‘Value Experiences Over Goods’

    Joseph Coradino, CEO of PREIT, owner of Fashion District Philadelphia, took a hard look at its portfolio well before the onset of the pandemic, replaced department store anchors at some of its super-regional malls, and started selling properties that were not achieving minimum sales levels, writes Al Urbanski for the Chain Store Age. The main…

  • Salvatore Vetri, Retired Jeweler, and Marc Vetri’s Father, Remembered

    Salvatore Vetri, Retired Jeweler, and Marc Vetri’s Father, Remembered

    Salvatore Vetri, formerly of Rydal, a retired jeweler and real estate broker, died on November 22 at 87, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Vetri and his wife Barbara were married for 63 years. They moved to Rittenhouse Square after raising their family in Rydal. Vetri was the father of Marc Vetri, a James…

  • Urban Outfitters’ Nuuly Reaches Profitability For First Time in 4-Year History

    Urban Outfitters’ Nuuly Reaches Profitability For First Time in 4-Year History

    Thanks to a steady stream of new subscribers and a large jump in revenue, Urban Outfitters’ clothing rental service Nuuly has gained its first profit, writes Gabrielle Fonrouge for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The brand saw $65.5 million in revenue and an operating profit of $300,000 during its fiscal third quarter, which ended in October. In…

  • Live Nativity at Neumann Marks 800th Anniversary of Greccio

    Live Nativity at Neumann Marks 800th Anniversary of Greccio

    A live nativity at Neumann University will take place Wednesday, Dec. 6, at 6:15 PM, on the lawn of the Mirenda Center. This annual re-enactment is sure to capture the Christmas spirit, as this year marks the 800th anniversary of Christians celebrating the birth of Christ by staging a public performance of the Christmas story.…

  • Haverford Systems Helps Renowned Team-Building Expert Connect with Audiences Worldwide

    Haverford Systems Helps Renowned Team-Building Expert Connect with Audiences Worldwide

    At a recent conference in Switzerland, Merrick Rosenberg, a renowned expert in the team-building industry, instructed approximately 1,400 people how to tap into the power of their personality to ultimately drive success and deepen their relationships. And he did so without having to leave his office in Marlton, N.J. Thank you, Haverford Systems. The Philadelphia…