• New SEPTA Station Opens in Conshohocken

    New SEPTA Station Opens in Conshohocken

    A ribbon-cutting ceremony recently took place to celebrate the opening of the new Conshohocken Station along the Manayunk/Norristown Regional Rail Line, writes The Times Herald. The new station was built to the west of the former station, which allowed SEPTA to continue operations during construction and minimize the disruption to riders.  “This station provides accessible…

  • Investing in Reliability: PECO Enhances Electric Infrastructure in Philadelphia

    Investing in Reliability: PECO Enhances Electric Infrastructure in Philadelphia

    PECO is executing a multimillion-dollar investment in Philadelphia to help prevent customer outages, modernize the electric grid, and reduce the impact of extreme weather on electric infrastructure through the remainder of 2023. During the next five years, PECO will invest approximately $7.8 billion across its electric and natural gas systems to inspect equipment, complete targeted…

  • Jason Kelce Asks Travis to Join Him for Eagles Christmas Album Duet

    Jason Kelce Asks Travis to Join Him for Eagles Christmas Album Duet

    Philadelphia Eagles Center Jason Kelce has asked his brother, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, to help him sing a special duet for the second volume of the Philadelphia Eagles’ Christmas album, A Philly Special Christmas, writes Natasha Dye for People. An NFL video shows Jason, 36, in the recording studio asking Travis, 34,…

  • Ron Jaworski Golf’s Freedom Week Honors American Heroes, Supports Their Families

    Ron Jaworski Golf’s Freedom Week Honors American Heroes, Supports Their Families

    Ron Jaworski Golf recently hosted the much-anticipated Freedom Day last Saturday, Veterans Day, at Running Deer Golf Club in Pittsgrove, N.J. The event benefited Folds of Honor and its mission to change the lives of military and first-responder families across America and served as a fundraiser for the nonprofit’s scholarship fund. During Freedom Week, a…

  • Malvern-Based Vanguard Preparing to Finalize Its Exit from Shanghai

    Malvern-Based Vanguard Preparing to Finalize Its Exit from Shanghai

    Vanguard, the Malvern-based investment behemoth, is taking its final steps to exit China and close its office in the $4 trillion (29 trillion yuan) mutual fund market, reports Bloomberg on Yahoo! Finance. The firm has already signed severance agreements with its remaining Shanghai staff, including country head Luo Dengpan. The majority of the team which…

  • VFTCB Updating Mobile Pass with More Montco Craft Breweries, Wineries, Distilleries

    VFTCB Updating Mobile Pass with More Montco Craft Breweries, Wineries, Distilleries

    The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board, the Destination Marketing Organization for Montgomery County has refreshed the Montco Makers Passport, a free, gamified program that aims to support local craft beverage producers. Beginning November 1, 2024, the updated pass will be available for download. In partnership with Bandwango, Montco Makers showcases the area’s breweries, wineries, and distilleries. Montgomery…

  • Luxury Wellness Redefined: The Wealthy’s Guide to Elite Fitness and Wellness

    Luxury Wellness Redefined: The Wealthy’s Guide to Elite Fitness and Wellness

    Welcome to the realm of luxury wellness, where health isn’t just a goal but an art. In this guide, we’ll explore the most exquisite health and fitness experiences tailored for those who seek nothing but the best. From state-of-the-art gyms to bespoke personal training sessions, from serene wellness retreats to a variety of health-centric activities,…

  • Latino Entrepreneurship Continues to Grow in Philadelphia, and the United States

    Latino Entrepreneurship Continues to Grow in Philadelphia, and the United States

    If Latino-owned businesses grow as fast as the United States average, they could add $1.4 trillion to the U.S. economy, writes Gene Marks for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to a 2022 Stanford Graduate School of Business study, Latino entrepreneurs are projected to make up 29% of the U.S. population in 2050, compared to 17% today.…

  • With the Homebuying Market As it is, Newlyweds are Creating ‘Home Funds’ to Aid in the Process

    With the Homebuying Market As it is, Newlyweds are Creating ‘Home Funds’ to Aid in the Process

    With home prices and mortgage interest rates seeing increases in recent years, homebuyers are finding alternative ways to help purchase their homes, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer.  For newlyweds, one alternative has been to set up a “home fund” on their wedding website in addition to their honeymoon fund. That’s what newlyweds Melissa…

  • New Mural in Philadelphia’s Gayborhood Celebrates the Local Queer Community, Ballroom Scene

    New Mural in Philadelphia’s Gayborhood Celebrates the Local Queer Community, Ballroom Scene

    After spending decades under the radar, Philadelphia’s ballroom scene is now more up-close and personal thanks to a new mural, writes Christie Ileto for 6abc. Mural Arts Philadelphia recently unveiled a massive new mural on 13th Street between Pine and Spruce Streets in the Gayborhood.  The mural is called, “Finally on 13th” and celebrates the…

  • Elevating Your Business with the Right A/V System: 6 Key Considerations

    Elevating Your Business with the Right A/V System: 6 Key Considerations

    Across the Philadelphia region, businesses are focusing on upgrading their technological infrastructure and the quest for a robust audiovisual system is becoming increasingly essential. As audiovisual technology is continuously evolving, navigating the process to upgrade your business’s system can often be overwhelming. Haverford Systems ensures a seamless and effective upgrade process with key factors to…

  • Princess Diana Wore a Philadelphia Eagles Varsity Jacket in the 1990s, and Now a Version is Being Sold Online

    Princess Diana Wore a Philadelphia Eagles Varsity Jacket in the 1990s, and Now a Version is Being Sold Online

    During the 1990s, Princess Diana wore a Philadelphia Eagles varsity jacket that the team had sent her, and now a version of that jacket is being sold online, writes Emily Burack for Town & County.  “Our latest limited-edition release pays homage to an iconic era in Eagles and pop-culture history, capturing the essence of a…

  • Red Owl Tavern Brings Back ‘Month of 1,000 Pies’ Initiative to Help Philabundance Fight Hunger

    Red Owl Tavern Brings Back ‘Month of 1,000 Pies’ Initiative to Help Philabundance Fight Hunger

    Red Owl Tavern is bringing back its “Month of 1,000 Pies” initiative in continuation of a seven-year tradition, writes Ali Mohsen for Billy Penn at WHYY. Each November, the Old City restaurant and bar sells pies where half of the proceeds go toward helping benefit Philabundance in its fight against hunger.  At other times of…

  • Philadelphia Photographer Robert S. Halvey Documents 60 Years of the Catholic Church in Philadelphia

    Philadelphia Photographer Robert S. Halvey Documents 60 Years of the Catholic Church in Philadelphia

    For nearly six decades, Robert S. Halvey has used his tremendous photography to document the history of the Catholic Church in Philadelphia, writes Elena Perri for Catholic Philly. “It was almost like he knew when he was taking these photos how important they would be for people later, looking back on this time period, because…

  • Wall Street Journal: It Has Cost Amtrak $140M to Keep It’s Railroad Running While Continuing to Wait for Upgrades

    Wall Street Journal: It Has Cost Amtrak $140M to Keep It’s Railroad Running While Continuing to Wait for Upgrades

    It has been three years since Amtrak began its wait for the new Acela train fleet and it has cost the railroad $140 million-plus as a result, writes Ted Mann for The Wall Street Journal.  Amtrak had anticipated installing new, larger trains that were supposed to enter into service in 2021. However, challenges have persisted…

  • Need Your Thanksgiving Turkey Roasted? Cacia’s Bakery in South Philadelphia Has Your Back

    Need Your Thanksgiving Turkey Roasted? Cacia’s Bakery in South Philadelphia Has Your Back

    For 70 years, Cacia’s Bakery in South Philadelphia has held a tradition of roasting turkeys for customers who bring them by on Thanksgiving, writes Mike Newall for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Each year, a long line of customers wait outside the bakery. Some customers bring their turkeys in wheelbarrows and wagons, while others drive from the…

  • First Bank: Do You Know What Phishing Looks Like?

    First Bank: Do You Know What Phishing Looks Like?

    Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank. And in this time of expanded use of online and mobile banking, the problem is only growing worse. In fact, the Federal Trade Commission’s report on fraud estimates that American consumers lost a staggering $8.8…

  • Independence Blue Cross Event Celebrates 85th Anniversary with Special Guests, Historic Display

    Independence Blue Cross Event Celebrates 85th Anniversary with Special Guests, Historic Display

    Independence Blue Cross, Philadelphia’s hometown health insurer, recently celebrated its 85th anniversary at a festive event featuring executive leadership, special guests, and a display of exhibits and artifacts highlighting the company’s 85 years of impact. More than 700 associates joined the celebration in the lobby at Independence’s headquarters in Center City. “I’m extremely honored to be…