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Governor Josh Shapiro Reaffirms His View That America Is Ready for a Jewish President
Governor Josh Shapiro has reaffirmed in a recent interview that he believes America is ready for a Jewish president, a view he first shared a year ago, writes Alfred Lubrano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The New York Times article cited a statement the Abington native made to the paper last year, when he was asked…
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These Are Top Breweries in Delaware County, and Here’s Why
Beer brewed locally is the reason they exist, so these breweries in and near Delaware County do it really well. Here are some of the top breweries you’ll find, according to the Main Line Today staff. Artillery Brewing, with a location at 4221 Ferne Blvd. in Drexel Hill, links its brews to the Revolutionary War.…
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Familiar Construction Firms Win Bid to Build New South Philadelphia Sports Arena
We now know the construction firms that will be responsible for building the new South Philadelphia arena for the Philadelphia 76ers and Philadelphia Flyers, writes Bret McCormick for the Philadelphia Business Journal. A joint venture between AECOM and Turner Construction will manage the construction of the new arena. They will be aided by Perryman Construction,…
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These Philadelphia Natives Are Among the 150 Most Influential People in the Region
Philadelphia is the hometown of many of the most influential people in the region, according to the latest list compiled by Philadelphia Magazine. Atop the list of Brian Roberts, the CEO of the media/entertainment/tech giant that is Comcast. What places him in the top spot is his local impact, namely the $125 million he and…
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Philadelphia 76ers, Comcast To Have Market Street Buildings Demolished As Long-Term Plans Remain Unclear
The Philadelphia 76ers and Comcast are planning to raze most of the buildings on the south side of the 1000 block of Market Street within a year, which is the first major step since they acquired the Center City properties for redevelopment, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Sixers and Comcast aim…
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Stateside Vodka Takes Anheuser-Busch to Court, Accusing Beer Giant of Copying Surfside Brand
Philadelphia-based Stateside Vodka is suing Anheuser-Busch InBev, claiming the company’s recently launched canned cocktails copied the design of its highly successful Surfside brand, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The lawsuit was filed earlier this week in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. The local spirits company claims that…
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New Preservation Alliance Report Highlights Economic Benefits of Historic Designation
A new report by the nonprofit Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia highlights the economic benefits of a historic designation and its positive impact on housing affordability, writes Meir Rinde for Billy Penn at WHYY. Since 2016, when an outcry over the demolition of historically significant buildings prompted then-Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney to strengthen the city’s…
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House of the Week: Stunning Designer Condo with Dramatic Skyline Views in Rittenhouse Square
A stunning designer condo with three bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Rittenhouse Square. This spectacular residence offers high-rise living with dramatic skyline views and sophisticated design. Many refined details include floor-to-ceiling windows, shaker French doors, Poggenpohl cabinetry, and custom marble finishes, all reflecting careful attention to quality and…
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Ex-Biden Aide from South Philly Latest to Join Pennsylvania’s 3rd Congressional District Race
Pablo McConnie-Saad, a 39-year-old progressive millennial and former Biden aide from South Philadelphia, has announced his entry into the already crowded race for Pennsylvania’s Third Congressional District, writes Julia Terruso for The Philadelphia Inquirer. McConnie-Saad, who has never held elected office, believes his outsider status could be an edge in the bid to succeed retiring…
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Abrams Realty’s Plan for Exton Square Redevelopment Rejected
Abrams Realty & Development plans to file a lawsuit following the West Whiteland Township Board of Supervisors’ rejection of its master plan to redevelop the Exton Square Mall, writes Noah Zucker for BISNOW. “For political reasons, it looks like these guys didn’t want to approve us,” said developer Peter Abrams. “My partners and I view this…
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What Will Replace the Closed Iron Hill Brewery in Media Borough?
In Media Borough, there is a former Iron Hill Brewery sitting empty. Business owners are contemplating who might replace them, now that the company has filed for liquidation bankruptcy, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The empty building in Media is a silent reminder that Iron Hill was once a catalyst for kicking off…
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Developer Withdraws Plans For Controversial Warehouse In Buckingham
Developer J.G. Petrucci will permanently withdraw plans for a warehouse at the site bordering Cold Spring Creamery Road in Buckingham Township under a stipulation agreement, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. “The stipulation, once fully executed and approved by the Bucks County Court, will end all litigation and permanently withdraw the warehouse application with prejudice,”…
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North Penn High Students to Undergo Daily Weapons Screening After School Gun Incident
Following an incident where a student brought a gun to school, North Penn High will require all students to pass a daily weapons detection system, writes Vik Raghupathi for KYW Newsradio. School officials said a 16-year-old student brought a handgun to campus last week. He was taken into police custody and charged. At a school…
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Warehouse Planned for DrinkPak in Bellwether District Would Be Philadelphia’s Largest
A 1.4 million-square-foot warehouse planned at the Bellwether District for canned beverage manufacturer DrinkPak would be the largest in Philadelphia and third largest in the region, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. A city zoning permit issued last week to the Bellwether District states that the building would be for “limited industrial and…
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Vacant Pharmacy Locations Offer Prime Opportunity for Philadelphia’s Grocers
As many retail spaces that were formerly occupied by struggling national pharmacy chains hit the market across Philadelphia, grocers are viewing them as ideal spots to grow their footprint, writes Noah Zucker for BisNow. A former Walgreens space located at Broad and Snyder streets in South Philadelphia will soon become a Met Fresh supermarket. The…
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Lululemon Releases First NFL Apparel Collection, Including New Philadelphia Eagles Gear
Lululemon has just released its first-ever NFL apparel collection, in partnership with the league and Fanatics, writes Ariel Simpson for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The collection became available on Tuesday, October 28, and features all 32 NFL teams, including the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles. “Together with Fanatics, we are introducing an elevated collection that redefines…
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PECO Warns Customers to Guard Against ‘Vampire Energy’ This Halloween Season
As Halloween approaches, PECO is warning customers about a real-life energy drain that could haunt their homes long after the candy’s gone — “vampire energy.” According to the utility, everyday electronics and appliances that remain plugged in while not in use quietly sap power and drive up electric bills. From idle game consoles to phone…
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Ohio Investment Firm Buys Quarry Center in Havertown for $80M
The Quarry Center at 116 Township Line Road in Havertown has been sold for more than $80 million to Ohio-based Mid-America Management, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia Business Journal. The price paid is one of the highest in the Philadelphia region in recent years for a grocery-anchored shopping center. The 31-acre, 222,500-square-foot shopping center, anchored…
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