Commerce
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Normandy Farm and The Belle of Blue to Host Wedding Event Showcase: A Must Attend for Newlyweds To-Be
Newly engaged couples — or anyone planning a milestone celebration — will have the chance to explore one of Montgomery County’s most sought-after venues at the upcoming Normandy Farm & The Belle Event Showcase. The event will take place on Sunday, March 1, from 12 to 2 PM, offering guests a curated, all-in-one planning experience…
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PHILADELPHIA Careers – The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth
Founded in 1970 by a behavioral health hospital and incorporated as a nonprofit in 1983, The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth is an entrepreneurial social enterprise committed to transforming lives and communities. Headquartered in Audubon, TLC operates across multiple states, providing K-12 alternative education, comprehensive mental and behavioral health services, coaching, counseling, and trauma-informed…
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How to Get Over Resistance to Changes in Payroll Technology Transformation
Introducing changes to your payroll processing can often be met with skepticism from your team members. This is rarely because they’re unwilling to improve, though. Rather, it’s because they harbor real concerns about switching to new and unfamiliar technology while working under demanding compliance requirements and strict deadlines. The hesitation is understandable. Imagine being counted…
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Swarthmore College Backs Harvard’s Suit Over International Student Enrollment
Swarthmore College is supporting Harvard University’s federal lawsuit challenging the Trump Administration’s effort to keep international students from enrolling in American universities. It joined Bryn Mawr College and the University of Pennsylvania in signing an amicus brief filed Jan. 20 by the American Council on Education, writes Rana Rastegan for WHYY. The brief argues that…
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Main Line Landmark Gets New Mission Under Local Investor
A historic Bryn Mawr building is getting a new purpose, rooted in education, writes Jeff Blumenthal for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The longtime headquarters of Bryn Mawr Trust Co., located at 801 W. Lancaster Ave., has been sold for $7.6 million to real estate investor Michael Karp. The roughly 46,000-square-foot property served as the bank’s…
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Former Bon-Ton in Richland Township to Become Home to New Tenant
Relentless Iron, a state-of-the-art fitness facility, will relocate to part of the former Bon-Ton department store at Richland Plaza in Richland Township, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ 69 News. This spring, the business will relocate from its three-year home in Quakertown to a larger space less than half a mile to the south. In the…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Keith Sterling, CEO, Habitat for Humanity MontDelco
Keith Sterling, CEO of Habitat for Humanity MontDelco, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about how he came out of retirement during the quarantine: What started with his reaching out to help build affordable homes for his community ended up with his becoming a nonprofit CEO within a year. Sterling came to Habitat for Humanity with an…
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Philadelphia Chocolatiers Remain Optimistic Despite Cocoa Price Hikes
Despite inflation and higher cocoa prices, Philadelphia chocolatiers remain confident and unconcerned about the potential impact to their customer base, writes Kimberly Paynter for WHYY. Price increases are significant, with cocoa now costing more than three times its 2020 level. Major chocolate producers, including Hershey’s, Lindt, and Nestle, have raised prices multiple times to offset…
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12 Best Must-Try Burgers in Pennsylvania List Includes Three in Philadelphia
Philadelphia is filled with eateries where you can grab a delicious burger or cheeseburger, so it comes as no surprise that several local spots make some of the best in the state, according to PhillyBite Magazine. Three local eateries and their burgers were recently ranked among the 12 Best Must-Try Burgers in Pennsylvania. Lucky’s Last…
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Greater Philadelphia Tops National Housing Market Price Growth in January
Greater Philadelphia saw the strongest home price growth among 40 major metro areas in January, with prices rising 8.6 percent year over year, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. In January, the region’s median home price increased to $380,000, up from $350,000 a year earlier. According to a recent report from Homes.com, this…
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Distraction Is a Symptom; Here’s the Cause
Last week, we explored the idea of Cal Newport’s Deep Work — the ability to focus without distraction on cognitively demanding tasks — and why it has become a powerful leadership advantage in a distracted world. But that raises a more important question: If focus is so valuable, why is it so difficult? The answer…
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Famous Southern Chicken Chain Opening First PA Location in Tullytown
The beloved southern chicken franchise Zaxbys is opening its very first location in Pennsylvania this spring at the former Crossroads Tavern in Tullytown Borough, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. The fast-casual franchise is best known for its hand-breaded chicken fingers and wings, fried shrimp platters, salads, and sandwich meals. Its special sauces, including its signature Zax Sauce, are another crowd favorite, along with its crinkle-cut…
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Aspiring Landenberg Police Officer Thrives After Lifesaving Kidney Transplant
Landenberg resident DJ Riddell is pursuing his dreams of becoming a police officer thanks to a lifesaving kidney donation, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. Riddell had dreamed of becoming a law enforcement officer for years. However, his plans were recently paused after getting diagnosed with liver failure. For treatment, Riddell got in touch with Kidneys…
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A Daughter’s Promise: Legacy of Carl’s Cards in Havertown Lives On
The family of the late Carl Henderson, owner of Carl’s Cards and Collectibles in Havertown, isn’t letting his 31-year legacy vanish, writes Alex Coffey for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Henderson died suddenly in his sleep on the morning of Jan. 31 at age 69. At 11 AM, his daughter, Lauren Henderson-Pignetti, opened his sports card and…
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At Philadelphia-Based Honeygrow, AI is Proving to Be a Game-Changer
Back in 2012, honeygrow opened its first location at 16th and Sansom streets in Center City Philadelphia. Founder Justin Rosenberg wanted to create a new space that brings people together with high quality, wholesome, and simple foods. Since its opening, honeygrow has become known for its stir-fry, salads, and honeybars. Fast forward to more than…
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New Parent Empowerment Skills Building Group Brings Connection, Practical Tools to Local Families
Parents are often looking for ways to feel more grounded, connected, and confident in their day‑to‑day interactions with their children. Many caregivers share that they’re simply hoping for a little more ease at home, more moments of cooperation, more understanding during big feelings, and more tools to support their child’s growth. To meet that need,…
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Johnson & Johnson Expands its Montco Footprint with $1B Investment
Johnson & Johnson is making another major bet on Montgomery County, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The pharmaceutical giant announced plans to invest more than $1 billion to build a new cell therapy manufacturing facility in Lower Gwynedd Township near its Spring House campus. The plant is expected to create about 500 jobs…
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Parx Casino to Open New Bensalem Hotel, Reservations Accepted Soon
Parx Casino is aiming to extend guest stays with the upcoming opening of the Parxview Hotel in Bensalem later this year, write Jo Ciavaglia and Danielle Camilli for the Bucks County Courier Times. Parxview Hotel on Street Road will soon start taking reservations, according to the casino’s website. “The former Inn at Fox Chase is…
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