Commerce
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Hatboro Wawa Sells for $7.4M in Major Local Real Estate Deal
A recently built Wawa in Hatboro has changed hands in a multimillion-dollar deal, writes Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Ivyland-based Altimari Properties purchased the Wawa at 412 S. York Road for $7.4 million. The convenience store was completed in 2023. It sits at the busy intersection of York and Horsham roads and includes fuel…
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From Birchrunville to Exton, Chef Francis Pascal has a Lasting Impact on Chester County’s Food Scene
You may have already tasted food created by Chef Francis Pascal at Birchrunville Store Cafe; now get ready for his newest expansion in Exton with L’Olivo Trattoria, writes Marilyn Johnson for Philly Grub. Since 1999, Birchrunville Store Cafe has quietly snuck into the hearts of thousands of restaurant-goers who adore the soul-filled menu and unique fine-dining…
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Tee Time Moves Indoors at Newly Opened Birds Nest Bar and Grille in Solebury
Birds Nest Bar & Grille, a new sports bar and restaurant in Solebury, opened its doors recently in the former home of Jamie Hollander Gourmet Foods, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Blending craft food and drinks with a family-friendly atmosphere and indoor golf simulator bays, the restaurant offers a casual yet…
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To Curb Scalpers, Philadelphia Bans Resale of Restaurant Reservations
A new Philadelphia law targeting the growing “reservation scalping” market could make it easier for everyday diners to compete for some of the city’s most sought-after restaurant reservations, writes Stacey Leasca for Food & Wine. Late last year, Philadelphia City Council approved legislation banning the resale of restaurant reservations by third parties unless the restaurant…
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Philadelphia Couple Embarking on Project to Turn Historical Society Hill Church Into Their New Family Home
Philadelphia couple Carrita Thomas and Jake Stein have been residents of Society Hill since 2021, both attracted by the neighborhood’s many playgrounds and parking spots, writes Abigail Covington for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Upon having their first child, they further appreciated the community. However, when the couple learned they would be expecting twins, they felt their…
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Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia Transforming Comcast Executive’s Former Residence Into 8 Luxury Suites
The Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia is turning Comcast CEO Brian Roberts’ former condominium at the Comcast Technology Center into eight luxury suites, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. These changes will bring the total rooms at the acclaimed Center City hotel to 227. The hotel’s new Sky Garden floor is expected to debut…
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Why Public Adjusters Are Essential: My Story
I’ve lived in Pennsylvania for 45 years, served two tours in Iraq with the Army National Guard, and today I’m a 100-percent-disabled veteran. When severe wind damaged my roof, I quickly realized I couldn’t manage the insurance claim alone. A public adjuster stepped in — and it made all the difference. Once the shingles came…
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Penn State Brandywine Athletics Inducts 2026 Hall of Fame Class
The Penn State Brandywine Athletics Hall of Fame added four new members during an induction ceremony on Jan. 23, writes Christina Billie for Penn State Brandywine. Members of the class of 2026 include former women’s soccer student-athlete Brianna Banks, softball student-athlete Katie DeStefano, baseball student-athlete Frank Flaim, and women’s basketball and softball student-athlete Nikki Velez.…
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Conshohocken-based Cencora’s New Partnership Speeds Rare Disease Treatment to Market
Conshohocken’s Cencora partnered with Curant Rare to help rare disease treatments reach patients faster and more smoothly, the companies announced in a press release. Curant Rare announced a strategic collaboration with Cencora to support pharmaceutical companies bringing rare disease therapies to market. Rare disease drugs often face added hurdles, including complex regulations and limited patient…
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Sign Code Typo Cost Wayne Business Owner David Mackey Thousands
When David Mackey moved the Philadelphia Print Shop to the former Antiquities Etc. on Lancaster Avenue in Wayne, he took his sign with him, writes Richard Ilgenfritz for Main Line Times & Suburban. It had hung over his business at two previous Wayne locations and was smaller than the sign that had hung at the Antiquities…
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Pennsylvania Supreme Court Blocks Proposed Sale of Chester Water Authority
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has blocked the proposed sale of the cash-strapped Chester Water Authority, which provides water service to 200,000 residents in Chester and Delaware counties, to a for-profit company, writes Peter Hall for the Pennsylvania Capital-Star. The justices’ decision means that the city’s financial guardian cannot unilaterally force the transfer of the water authority’s assets to the city…
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Renovated Chestnut Hill Estate with Marble Baths, Infrared Sauna Listed At $4.25 Million
A recently renovated home in Chestnut Hill, one of Philadelphia’s most affluent neighborhoods, has hit the market for a whopping $4.25 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Dating back to the 1880s, the home spans around 8,500 square feet across three floors and has been given a full facelift over the last…
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Punxsutawney Phil’s Big Day Is Tomorrow, Here Is What You Need To Know
Thousands of people will head to Gobbler’s Knob in Punxsutawney 80 miles northeast of Pittsburgh this morning to see groundhog Punxsutawney Phil roused from his stump to predict the weather, writes Ashley Adams for The Keystone. If the most famous groundhog sees his shadow, chances are high that winter will last for six more weeks.…
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Philadelphia’s Bar Scene Continues to Grow, Here Are Some of Best New Additions
While you probably already have a favorite drinking spot, there are many new bars opening in Philadelphia that can give older, established places a run for their money as they vie for your attention, write Hannah Albertine and Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé for the Philadelphia Magazine. One of the best new additions is Poison Heart in Spring…
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WSJ: How a Bala Cynwyd Financial Services Firm Hopes to Turn Sports Betting into Big Business
A Bala Cynwyd–based financial powerhouse is blending finance, sports, and data-driven betting in the prediction markets, writes Kevin T. Dugan for Wall Street Journal. Susquehanna International Group is actively hiring traders to work in prediction markets, including sports-focused roles that involve betting on outcomes across leagues like the NFL and NBA. Founded by billionaire investor…
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There’s a County in New York That Dares to Call Itself Delco
Delco always prided itself on its unique culture and general weirdness. Now Delaware County, New York, is promoting its own Delco culture, with a website and merchandise, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The website promotes DELCO as a “ lifestyle brand celebrating rural culture, design & authentic content in Upstate NY.” It sells…
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Scarcity and Celebrity Influx Send Value of New Hope Riverfront Homes Skyrocketing
Prices for riverfront homes in New Hope have surged in recent years, driven by limited inventory and a growing influx of celebrities to the charming Bucks County town, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The recent sale of a Delaware River property for $9.5 million highlighted the durability of higher home prices in…
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A Philadelphia Nonprofit Wants to Help City Increase Educational Equity By Incorporating More Play Spaces
Philadelphia nonprofit Playful Learning Landscapes has brought the concept of playful learning to the city over the past decade-plus and want to expand it even more, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Founded in 2009, Playful Learning Landscapes brought playful learning to various spaces, including parks, sidewalks, subway stops, laundromats, grocery stores, and more.…
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