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Philadelphia Dining Scene Picks Up 13 James Beard Award Semifinalist Nominations for 2026
It’s been two months since a number of Philadelphia restaurants were celebrated with Michelin stars for the first time ever. Now, the James Beard Foundation has announced its semifinalists for this year’s James Beard Awards and Philadelphia’s dining scene picked up 13 semifinalist nominations, writes Heather J. Chin for Billy Penn at WHYY. The Best…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Urges Customers to Protect Pipes Ahead of Winter Storm Fern
With Winter Storm Fern set to affect 180 million Americans this weekend, Aqua Pennsylvania is urging customers to take immediate steps to prevent frozen pipes, which can result in costly repairs and leave families without running water during the coldest days of the year. Pipes become especially vulnerable when temperatures stay below freezing for extended periods of time. Tips to…
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PECO Preparing to Support Customers Ahead of Weekend’s Winter Weather
A significant winter storm is forecast to bring periods of heavy snow and possible freezing rain across the region this weekend. In advance, PECO is coordinating its storm preparation and response efforts to support customers and is sharing important tips with customers, including how to report and track power outages, should they occur. PECO has…
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Brandywine Undergrad Danielle Guth Led Trauma, Resiliency Study of Deaf Children
Children who are deaf or hard of hearing may experience higher rates of adverse childhood experiences than their hearing peers, posing long-lasting effects on adult mental and physical health. That’s the conclusion of a research team study led by Danielle “Danni” Guth, who started the project as an undergraduate at Penn State Brandywine in Media…
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CHOP Opens Newtown Autism Center With Partner, Plans Future Expansion
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is partnering with Soar Autism Center of Denver to establish a network of outpatient care centers in Greater Philadelphia, including the recently opened CHOP-Soar Autism Center in Newtown, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Plans include four additional centers across the region, expected to create roughly 300 jobs within…
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Investor Interest Grows as 310-Unit Montco Complex Goes for Sale
A sizable Montco apartment community in Eagleville is hitting the market, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Riverview Landing at Valley Forge, a 310-unit property, has been listed for sale as a value-add opportunity. The 21-year-old complex sits just north of the Schuylkill River and minutes from King of Prussia, placing it close…
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Michael’s Sandwich Shop in Woodlyn Closes After 49-Year Run
Michael and Mary Cirilli are retiring, bidding farewell to grateful customers who enjoyed their cheesesteaks, hoagies, and other sandwiches for decades, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. The Upper Chichester couple are owners of Michael’s sandwich shop at Jefferson and Fairview roads in Woodlyn. The shop permanently closed on Dec. 31. That final week…
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Entrepreneurs Get One-Minute Pitch Chance As ‘Shark Tank’ Casting Returns to Philadelphia
The popular reality TV show Shark Tank is returning to Philadelphia with an open casting call for its 18th season on March 18 at Rivers Casino in Fishtown, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Shark Tank first returned to Philadelphia for a casting call at Rivers Casino last year, after having not visited…
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Philadelphia Housing Authority, Housing Unions Reach $100M Deal To Transform Brith Sholom House
The Philadelphia Housing Authority has reached an agreement with unions representing housing workers to rebuild the decaying Brith Sholom House in Wynnefield Heights, writes Tom MacDonald for WHYY. Severe disrepair under its former owners ultimately forced the closure of the 340-unit senior living building in November 2024. At the time, roughly 100 residents were living…
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Love City to Open Second Philadelphia Brewery This Spring in Manayunk
Love City Brewing, which opened its first location in Callowhill in 2018, will soon be opening a second Philadelphia location in Manayunk this fall, writes Kristin Hunt for PhillyVoice. The building it will be expanding to will be in replacement of the circus-themed taproom, Fat Lady Brewing, which closed on Jan. 6, 2026 after about…
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House of the Week: Lovely Colonial in Roxborough
A lovely colonial home set on 0.76 attractive acres with five bedrooms and four bathrooms is available for sale in Roxborough. This tranquil residence is part of an intimate, nature-focused enclave designed to balance modern comfort with a peaceful setting. Thoughtful details include refined finishes, careful craftsmanship, and an overall design approach that emphasizes quality,…
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Kennett Square’s Genesis HealthCare Sells for $1 Billion in Fifth-Round Auction
Kennett Square-based Genesis HealthCare has agreed on its sale to 101 West State Street for $1.02 billion following five rounds of bidding last week, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The bid for the bankrupt nursing home operator is structured to include $343 million in cash, a $100 million promissory note, and the assumption of $572 million in existing liabilities. 101…
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Netflix House Becomes the Star Tenant in King of Prussia Mall Sale
One of the most talked-about new attractions at King of Prussia Mall is now doubling as a real-estate selling point, writes Linda Moss for CoStar. The former Lord & Taylor building that now houses the nation’s first Netflix House has been listed for sale. This comes just months after the experiential venue debuted. The 120,000-square-foot…
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Mount Vernon-Inspired Sellersville Estate Prepares to Hit the Market for $3.3M
A Mount Vernon-inspired estate in Sellersville, set on 35 acres and recently updated through a multimillion-dollar renovation, has been listed for $3.295 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Built in 1987, the 6,137-square-foot home is flanked by two stone barn-like structures, one with a full bar and loft with the other currently…
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Find Out How Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs Identifies AI Startups Redefining Technology
As director of pipeline and insights for Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs, Tito Obaisi has refined a disciplined and intuitive method to be able to spot the AI startups that are redefining the tech industry, writes Grace Shallow for Technical.ly. Founded in 2018, LIFT Labs has facilitated long-term partnerships between startup founders and Comcast leaders. Recently,…
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Shapiro Administration Awards 7 Philadelphia Organizations with PA Farm Bill Agriculture & Youth Grants
The Shapiro Administration recently announced $600,345 in PA Farm Bill Agriculture & Youth Grants, an investment of funding for 62 projects across 33 Pennsylvania counties. This includes projects in seven Philadelphia organizations. The Home and School Association of the Penn Alexander School’s Outdoor Classroom for Urban Garden received the most, with $25,000 in funding. Meanwhile,…
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Philadelphia’s Current City Flag is Here to Stay, Despite Calls to Redesign It
As Philadelphia prepares to go on the world stage for America’s 250th birthday this year, many thought it would be the perfect time to showcase or overhaul its city flag, writes Mike D’Onofrio for AXIOS Philadelphia. However, there are no plans to do such a thing. In 2023, a City Council proposal called for a…
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Pennsylvania Listed as 6th Worst State in the Country to Start a Business
In a recent study, WalletHub created a ranking of the best and worst states to start a business, and Pennsylvania was placed at No. 45, writes Adam McCann for WalletHub. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 20 percent of startups don’t survive past their first year, and almost half fail to hit their fifth anniversary, due to inflation and labor market tightness. “The best states…
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