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IBX Announces 2026 Benefits for Large and Small Employers That Emphasize Whole-Person Health
Independence Blue Cross has announced its 2026 commercial health plan portfolios for large (51-plus employees) and small (2-50) employers headquartered in southeastern Pennsylvania. IBX portfolios feature medical, pharmacy, specialty services, behavioral health, and wellness benefits that support the whole health of employees and their families. These benefits are available upon renewal for fully insured and self-funded…
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Mitigating Financial Risk for Nonprofits Through Funding Diversification
When a single grant, donor, or contract drives most of your nonprofit revenue, it creates real anxiety. If that source slows or stops, programs stall and tough staffing decisions follow. Fortunately, this pressure isn’t inevitable. With the right plan to diversify funding and strengthen your financial infrastructure, you can protect your mission from disruption. The RKL…
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GMercyU’s Chair of Doctoral Studies Named Fulbright Specialist
Dr. Raymond Bandlow, Professor and Chair of Doctoral Studies at Gwynedd Mercy University, has been selected by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and World Learning as a Fulbright Specialist. The three-year appointment began in October and recognizes Dr. Bandlow’s expertise in education policy and leadership. The Fulbright Specialist Program…
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Rutgers-Camden Alumna Named Cumberland County Teacher of the Year
Shortly after graduating from Rutgers University–Camden, Tiffanie ThrBak CCAS’93 accepted a position as a teacher’s aide at Cherry Street School, part of the Bridgeton Public School District in Southern New Jersey. She loved inspiring young minds, but never imagined that 30 years later, she would be named Cumberland County’s Teacher of the Year by New…
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Plymouth Meeting DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Closed Last Week
The DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia West, owned by Kingsbury Hospitality REIT, permanently closed its doors in Plymouth Meeting last week, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 253-key hotel that was built in 1987 on 7.9 acres, was acquired by its current owner for $22.3 million in April 2022. North Carolina-based…
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Gov. Shapiro Unveils $220 Million for SEPTA During Frazer Shop and Rail Yard Visit
While visiting the Frazer Shop and Rail Yard in Chester County, Gov. Josh Shapiro has unveiled an additional $220 million in state funding for SEPTA, writes Thomas Fitzgerald for The Philadelphia Inquirer. With this additional funding, the transit agency, that is currently tackling repairs to fire-prone Silverliner IV Regional Rail cars and a damaged overhead power system in the trolley tunnel leading to commuter delays, should be able to return…
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Stunning Glass Barn in New Hope Is on the Market for $6.25M
The Glass Barn stands as an architectural masterpiece in New Hope, defined by design that emphasizes open space and the natural scenery around it, writes Giselle DaMier for Jersey Digs. The five-bedroom, three-and-a-half bathroom home, listed at $6,250,000, first appeared in Architectural Record in 1988 and was given a full renovation in 2020. Its standout…
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Industrial Project in the Works for Ridley Property at I-95, 476
An 81,000-square-foot industrial building is planned in Ridley Township at 130 S. Fairview Road, at the intersection of I-95 and I-476, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia Business Journal. Greek Real Estate Partners, based out of East Brunswick in North Jersey, has taken out a $12.3 million construction loan to develop the property. The building could…
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Center City Retail Occupancy Rises Slightly As Corridor Performance Diverges
Center City has seen a slight rise in retail occupancy and foot traffic this year despite several high-profile closures along Market Street, though the performance has varied significantly across different retail corridors, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to the Center City District’s annual survey of business owners, as of October, approximately 84…
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Michael Schulson to Expand Philadelphia Restaurant Group with Three New Locations
Restaurateur Michael Schulson plans to open three new locations next year, which will add to his thirteen existing Philadelphia restaurants, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Schulson Collective, which operates Dear Daphni in Rittenhouse Square and Independence Beer Garden in Old City among other popular spots, will not change its restaurant hours…
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Wanamaker Christmas Light Show, Dickens Village Return for 2025 Holiday Season
Two long-time holiday traditions — the Wanamaker Christmas Light Show and Dickens Village — have officially returned for the 2025 holiday season, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC10 Philadelphia. The returns place an answer to a year of uncertainty surrounding the beloved traditions after Macy’s closed back in March. The Wanamaker Light Show and Dickens Village…
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Your Life Needs a Reboot. Start Today
Life today moves at a relentless pace, and distractions are everywhere. In order to succeed, you need clarity — knowing what truly matters and committing to it. Focus on the essentials, and learn to say no to the things that pull you off course. Each of us has the same 168 hours every week, yet…
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Main Line Institution Mama’s Pizzeria To Close After More Than Sixty Years
Mama’s Pizzeria, a Main Line staple for 65 years known for its signature cheesesteak, will be closing its doors in Bala Cynwyd for good next week, writes Tommy Rowan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Depending on the inventory, Paul Castellucci Sr., its second-generation owner, will close Mama’s Pizzeria on November 28 or 29. He had intended…
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Chester County Spotlighted in These Movies and TV Shows
It is always exciting to spot familiar places on the big or small screen, and this decade brought even more movies and TV shows showcasing locations throughout Chester County, writes Anne E. Hill for the Main Line Today. Adam Sandler’s Hustle featured a gym in Coatesville onscreen, while offscreen, the actor often dined at DanDan in Wayne, where owners Catherina and Kevin Huang adjusted several recipes…
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Italian Restaurant in Newtown Seeks Approval to Expand Operations
Vecchia Osteria, a well-loved Italian spot in Newtown, is looking to grow its footprint pending approval from the local zoning board, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The restaurant, celebrated for its Old World atmosphere and classic Italian cuisine, intends to request zoning relief to take over the next-door space at the Newtown Depot Shopping…
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Convenience Store Liquor in Pennsylvania? Rutter’s Thinks It Could Work
Could convenience store liquor become a thing in Pennsylvania? York County-based Rutter’s is opening a door. Its parent company applied to the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board to open 64 “limited distilleries” at its stores. That application was denied, but Rutter’s is appealing, writes Steth Kaplan for WHTM, as reported at Yahoo! news. Rutter’s already sells…
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WSJ: Philadelphia-Based Paint Maker Merges With Amsterdam Paint Maker to Create Global Giant
Philadelphia-based Axalta Coating Systems has agreed to an all-stock merger with Amsterdam’s AkzoNobel, forming a trans-Atlantic paint company valued at about $17 billion, writes Adrià Calatayud for The Wall Street Journal. The two paint makers that were founded in the 18th and 19th centuries respectively, first explored a potential merger in 2017, though the deal…
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Mayor Parker Appoints Long-Time Community Activist, Ward Leader to Direct New City Department
Mayor Cherelle Parker has appointed Anton Moore, the long-time community activist and ward leader, to take over the new leader of the Department of Public Engagement and Neighborhood Affairs, writes Pat Loeb for KYW Newsradio. Moore will now be responsible for taking charge of the city’s 10 Neighborhood Community Action Centers, which serve to bring…
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