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PhilaPort CEO Jeff Theobald Announces June 2026 Retirement
Jeff Theobald, who has been the CEO and executive director of the Philadelphia Regional Port Authority for nearly a decade, has announced his 2026 retirement, according to a Port of Philadelphia report. Theobald plans to officially retire from his role on June 30, 2026. Upon his arrival to the post in 2016, Theobald has led…
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Could Gen Z Be the Key to Reviving the Christmas Tree Industry?
Several reports suggest that Gen Z and Millennials could be fueling the Christmas tree industry this year compared to older generations, writes Emily Bloch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to UK-based tree seller, B&Q, a study of 2,000 adults found that 22 percent of Gen Z respondents and 18% of Millennials were more likely to…
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These Philadelphia Christmas-Themed Bars Offer Festive Escape into World of Holiday Splendor
Philadelphia is home to several Christmas-themed bars that create a self-contained world of holiday splendor, complete with elaborate decorations, a festive holiday soundtrack, cozy drinks, and delicious bites to match, writes Emily Kovach for PA Eats. Tinsel is nestled inside a 100-year-old former jewelry shop in Midtown Village. This kitschy charming pop-up concept is open…
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The Arc of Chester County CEO & Industry Leader, Jeanne Meikrantz, Announces Retirement
After an impressive 45-year career in the human services industry, Jeanne Meikrantz, the Chief Executive Officer of The Arc of Chester County for the last 13-plus years, announced her retirement effective June 30, 2026. Jeanne has spent her entire career deeply devoted to the human rights movement and enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities…
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If Your Goals Aren’t Tangible, They Won’t Happen
One of the biggest reasons people struggle to make real progress — despite motivation, ambition, and good intentions — is that their goals simply aren’t clear enough. They’re vague, conceptual, fuzzy around the edges. And your brain can’t execute what it can’t clearly understand. This is where Self-Leadership Mastery comes into play. To operate from…
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Registration Now Open for Spring 2026 Courses from DelVal’s Center for Learning in Retirement
Delaware Valley University has opened registration for Spring 2026 courses offered through its Center for Learning in Retirement (CLR). This spring, CLR is expanding flexibility for participants by offering in-person, online, and hybrid courses, allowing registrants to learn from where they are most comfortable. CLR operates on a rolling registration systems with no deadline to…
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Over 200 Apartments, Retail Space Coming to Malvern After Office Building Demolition
Downingtown-based TriPoint Properties is planning to demolish a Malvern office building to make way for 250 apartments and retail space, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Purchased in 2020, TriPoint and East Whiteland Township reviewed many ideas for the property at 52 Swedesford Road, ultimately settling on a mixed-use, campus-like project that will…
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Wawa Still PA’s Largest Private Company; Sheetz Revenue Drops
Wawa remains Pennsylvania’s largest private company while also climbing to No. 21 nationally on Forbes’ 2025 list of America’s Top Private Companies, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. Wawa has also widened its lead over rival Sheetz. The Delaware County-based convenience store chain moved up one spot year over year, even though its estimated…
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Steven Singer Jewelers Officially Opens New Store in Village at Newtown
Steven Singer Jewelers has opened its new location just in time for the holidays in the Village at Newtown shopping center next door to The Capital Grille, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. “Get pumped because we are offering the same exceptional service and stunning jewelry from Philadelphia’s Jewelers Row to our friends in Bucks County,” said the owner, Steven Singer. The…
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Major Sale Marks Toll Brothers’ Exit From Apartment Business
Toll Brothers is continuing a major strategic pivot, writes Janelle Ward for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The Fort Washington real estate giant is selling an Atlanta student housing tower for $132 million, exiting the apartment business and doubling down on luxury homebuilding. The property, known as Kinetic, is a 752-bed multifamily tower located near Georgia…
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Pennsylvania Congressman Co-Sponsors Bill to Restore Billions for Chinatown Stitch, Other Transportation Projects
With numerous federal cuts happening throughout the nation, Congressman Brendan Boyle has co-sponsored federal legislation to reverse many of those cuts and restore billions for city projects, writes Meir Rinde for Billy Penn at WHYY. Among the projects that would get dollars restored is the Chinatown Stitch Project in Philadelphia. The project would cap a…
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What Wawa’s 1 Billion Customers Really Want: 14 Improvement Wawa Fans Keep Asking For
For a company that serves roughly a billion customers a year, Wawa doesn’t have a demand problem. It has an expectation problem. In a PHILADELPHIA Today post last week, we looked at where Wawa stands in 2025 and what changes may be coming in 2026, exploring how the region’s hometown convenience store chain has evolved…
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Drexel After-School Program Provides Creative, Integrated Learning Approach for All Involved
Drexel University’s after school program, Black Girls STEAMing Through Dance, has provided children with valuable tools and knowledge about how science, technology, engineering, art, and math are interconnected, writes Nicole Leonard for WHYY. Through the program, the instructors encourage their students to embrace their creativity and then using it to learn new terms, concepts, and…
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South Philadelphia’s New Mod Spuds Pop-Up Redefines Loaded Potato
Mod Spuds is a new South Philadelphia pop-up at Comfort & Floyd serving delicious loaded potatoes designed to satisfy a wide range of tastes, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29. Following a fire that damaged its original location, the eatery reemerged as a pop-up during the rebuilding process of the original space. The jacket potatoes…
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These Are the 10 Best Bakeries in Philadelphia, According to One Viral Food Video
Philadelphia is one of America’s great bakery cities, shaped by generations of Italian, Jewish, Amish, and immigrant baking traditions. From cannoli counters in South Philly to vegan donut shops and Reading Terminal Market staples, there’s no shortage of places claiming “the best.” A recent food video took a swing at ranking the city’s top bakeries.…
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Former Famous Dave’s CEO Acquires Multiple Iron Hill Brewery Sites, Including One Philadelphia Location
Jeff Crivello, the former CEO of Famous Dave’s, plans to buy 10 Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant locations, including one in Philadelphia, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. During a recent U.S. Bankruptcy Court hearing in New Jersey, Judge Jerrold N. Poslusny Jr. approved the sale of the regional chain’s assets and leases…
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Here Are the Best Spas in Philadelphia to Fulfill Your Relaxation Needs
Philadelphia has several great spa options, whether you’re looking for message therapy, facial treatments, or other beauty services, writes Marilyn Sanders for PhillyBite Magazine. The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia is located on the 57th floor, and provides the ultimate luxury experience. It is the only Philadelphia spa to receive five stars from Forbes.…
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Plumsteadville Business Is One of Two Handbell Manufacturers in America
Plumsteadville is home to Malmark Bellcraftsmen, one of only two handbell makers in the country that have crafted their musical instruments for over 50 years, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. Malmark employs 34 machinists, fine tuners, and assemblers who craft its handbells. “It’s a very specialized business (because) it’s a hard learning curve to machine…
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