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Local Developer, Alumnus Donates Record Gift to Roman Catholic High School
Roman Catholic High School recently received the largest gift it has ever received in its 135-year history, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Daniel DiLella, founder and chairman of Equus Capital Partners Ltd. and alumnus of the institution, has gifted the school $10 million. Roman Catholic plans to use the money towards the…
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Historic Rittenhouse Square Apartment Building, The Drake, Sells to Group of Four Investors
The Drake, a historic apartment building in Rittenhouse Square that has been in the city for nearly a century, has been sold, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The investors who have acquired the iconic Spanish baroque buildings plan to make capital improvements to the property, hoping to enhance its tenant value. “We…
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Charter School at Valley Forge Academy in Wayne Gets Public Airing
A public service charter school being proposed at the former Valley Forge Military Academy in Wayne was presented to the community Dec. 4 at Radnor Memorial Library, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. The Valley Forge Public Service Academy Charter School has been proposed at the Military Academy, which is closing. It would enroll 450…
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Calling All Hoagie Lovers! PrimoHoagies Opening New Quakertown Location
PrimoHoagies, the popular fast-casual chain known for its hoagies packed with premium meats, cheeses, and a distinctive spice blend, is launching a new location in Quakertown, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ 69 News. The new PrimoHoagies will take over the space formerly occupied by SuperCuts in the Quakertown Plaza shopping center. Renovations will begin in…
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Experience Chester County’s Must-See Holiday Light Shows
With the holiday season in full swing, this is an ideal moment to enjoy some of the region’s best holiday light shows, several of which are in Chester County, write Jason Nark and Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The West Chester Griswolds are known for covering their home and property in thousands of LED lights, illuminated figurines, and…
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Joseph Ambler Inn in North Wales Sells to Local Real Estate Investor
After four decades with its original owner, the 52-room Joseph Ambler Inn has now been sold to Milind Satam, Jeetu Satpute and other real estate investors for $5.725 million, plus additional costs, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The new owner said the property will continue operating as a hotel. As an independent…
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Reading Terminal Market Launches New Merchandise Store
Reading Terminal Market, the largest and oldest public market in America, recently celebrated the launch of its new merchandise store, The Market Merch, writes Siafa Lewis for CBS News Philadelphia. In addition to more than 80 merchants already at the market, the new shop includes a dedicated space featuring Reading Terminal-themed gifts, from mugs and…
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Adults Take Over LEGOLAND This Friday at Plymouth Meeting Mall
If you’ve ever wished you could wander through LEGOLAND without weaving around strollers or stepping over toddlers, your moment has arrived. This Friday night, the LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Philadelphia in Plymouth Meeting is throwing open its doors for an Adults-Only Holiday Bricktacular, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most playful nights of…
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DelVal Partners with Gritty to Launch Non-Credit Medical Sales Leadership Certificate
Delaware Valley University and Gritty have entered into a new partnership that brings together industry-driven professional training and the academic excellence of a nationally recognized institution. Through this collaboration, the two organizations are launching a new non-credit certificate in medical sales leadership. The Medical Sales Leadership Certificate equips learners with the practical skills, industry exposure,…
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Wall Street Comes to Ursinus College with Bloomberg Lab Launch
Ursinus College has officially launched its Bloomberg Lab, bringing Wall Street to students’ fingertips. The new resource allows students to study the stock market in real time and earn finance certifications. The lab features 12 state-of-the-art Bloomberg terminals, interactive workstations that allow students to receive and analyze live financial data. Located on the lower level…
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The Devon Senior Living Bought by North Jersey Operator
The Devon Senior Living has been purchased by Juniper Communities, a North Jersey-based operator of senior living facilities, for an undisclosed sum, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The property was sold by AlerisLife, based in Massachusetts, which acquired the Chester County community in 2008 for $4.65 million. The company stated earlier this year that it was planning to sell the assets while winding down operations. The property spans 90,865…
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Radnor Principal Named Pennsylvania 2026 Principal of the Year
The Pennsylvania Principals Association has named Dr. David Wiedlich, the principal at Radnor Township Middle School, as Pennsylvania’s 2026 Principal of the Year, writes Max Bennett for Patch. He was selected by a panel of his peers for outstanding leadership and contributions to his school, students, and the community, according to Dr. Eric Eshbach, executive…
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Follow This Guide to Enjoy a Sabrina Carpenter-Inspired Day in Bucks County
Those looking to spend a day in Bucks County can take inspiration from Quakertown native Sabrina Carpenter, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for Visit Bucks County. Take a “House Tour” of one of Bucks County’s most incredible sights: Fonthill Castle. Located in Doylestown, this historic home belonged to Henry Mercer and was built between 1908 and…
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Philadelphia Named One of World’s Worst Cities for Traffic Congestion
The 2025 Global Traffic Scorecard from INRIX has listed Philadelphia as one of the most congested cities both in the United States and globally, writes Jonathan Diamond for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The report found that during 2025, commuters in Philadelphia lost an average of 101 hours to extended travel, placing it third in the…
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Setting Your New Year’s Goals? Read This First
As we approach a new year, you might be tempted to jump straight into goal-setting mode: new targets, new habits, new plans. But don’t overlook this simple truth: you can’t set meaningful goals until you first reconnect with your dreams. Dreaming is a discipline, and for most of us, that discipline has grown rusty. Daily…
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A Wonderland of Lights: Dutch Winter Wonderland Brings Holiday Magic to Lancaster
At Dutch Wonderland, the holiday season doesn’t simply arrive; it comes alive. Each year, the Lancaster-area theme park transforms into Dutch Winter Wonderland, a glowing, family-focused celebration that has been nominated by USA Today as one of the country’s top holiday theme park events. According to Marketing Director Courtney Burkarth, the acclaim reflects the strength…
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Fast-Growing Coffee Chain Plants First Flag in Montgomery County
7 Brew Coffee prepares to bolster the caffeine scene with its first Montgomery County location in the Collegeville Shopping Center, writes Donna Rovins for The Reporter. The fast-growing drive-thru chain is aiming for a January launch, according to Matt Peters, director of new store openings for Brew Team Group LLC. The new stand marks the…
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Bucks County Teens Launch Global Nonprofit to Make Healthcare More Accessible
Kind Koala is a youth-led global nonprofit organization founded by a team of students from Central Bucks High School West who were inspired by a friend. Adam Kadan, Aadi Anantuni, and Nate Liang saw that one of their classmates was being teased for having a gap in his teeth. “He seemed to be really hurt…
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