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Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers Exits Apartment Business in $347M Deal
Toll Brothers is stepping away from the apartment business to concentrate on what it does best, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The Fort Washington company is focusing all its attention on single-family homebuilding. The company announced the sale of its Toll Brothers Apartment Living unit, including 18 apartment complexes and 29 development…
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Martin Luther King Drive Bridge Now Reopen After Two-Year Rehabilitation Project
Martin Luther King Drive Bridge has finally officially reopened with full access to pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers after two years of rehabilitation work, writes John McDevitt for KYW Newsradio. During a recent ceremonial ribbon-cutting ceremony, Mayor Cherelle Parker shared excitement for the 700-foot bridge’s reopening and reconnection between West Philadelphia and Center City. “I don’t…
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Aqua Pennsylvania’s Long-Term Infrastructure Investment Strategy Strengthens Systems Reliability for Fall and Winter
Autumn has arrived, and as communities observe National Preparedness Month, Aqua Pennsylvania employees remain hard at work on essential projects to deliver safe and reliable service throughout the fall and winter. These efforts are part of Aqua’s long-term strategy to enhance the resilience of essential infrastructure across 33 counties in Pennsylvania, strengthen systems against severe…
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La Grange in Yardley Hopes to Become New Bucks County Food Destination
La Grange, which opened its doors in Yardley this spring as a French brasserie, is positioning to be a premier food destination in Bucks County, writes Craig LaBan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Executive chef Peter Woolsey, the former chef-owner of well-regarded Bistrot La Minette in Queens Village, has already prepared a menu featuring classic French…
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Penn Law School Launches New Fellowship Honoring Sadie T.M. Alexander After Scholarship Suspension
University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School will be launching a new fellowship called the Dr. Sadie T.M. Alexander Post-Graduate Fellowship, in honor of the pioneer who was one of the first Black women to earn a a Ph.D. in economics, writes Racquel Williams for KYW Newsradio. The announcement comes about a month after the school…
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Philadelphia Fall Festivals Showcase Vintage Fashion, Local Food, and Handmade Art
The fall is here, and with it comes an array of festivals and markets in Philadelphia featuring everything from vintage fashion to local food, writes Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Philly Halal Food Fest is a half-day festival held on September 27 that celebrates the region’s Muslim-owned businesses, vendors, and restaurants. Guests will get…
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Three Collar Counties Putting Local Protections on LGBTQ Residents
Montgomery, Delaware, and Chester counties are moving to shield their LGBTQ residents from discrimination at the local level, writes Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Over the course of a month, the three counties have moved to enact policies that prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. They have also established boards where…
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Dissecting the Question That Defines Great Leadership
In our recent articles, we’ve been exploring the one question every leader should be asking: “What choice can I make and action can I take in this moment to create the greatest net value?” It’s critical to use the question exactly as it is — every word matters. Each part carries weight, and together, they…
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Governor Shapiro Named 2025 “Champion for Aging” at the Annual Connected Health & Safety Conference
The Connected Health and Safety Association (CHS) has concluded its 2025 national conference in Philadelphia, bringing together national leaders in personal emergency response, remote patient monitoring, and home care innovation. The two-day event featured presentations centered around the industry’s innovation, policy leadership, and the shared commitment to advancing independence and safety for aging adults and…
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Montco Remains Region’s Strongest Suburban Economy Amid Shift
Montgomery County continues to anchor the Philadelphia region’s suburban economy, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Montco has stronger office leasing activity than the city and a long record as the top base for office-sector jobs. But a new report from the Center City District shows that Philadelphia has just inched past Montco in…
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Outdated Property Records May Be Costing Bucks County Homeowners
Some local homeowners could be paying too much property tax due to Bucks County’s decades-old tax records, which experts say are overdue for reassessment, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. Bucks County has relied on property data from its last countywide reassessment in 1972 to calculate taxes. This is longer than any…
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Philadelphia Job Growth Surpasses Other Major Cities, But Office-Focused Industries Not Seeing Same Gains
Philadelphia has outpaced other major cities in job growth in recent years, but industries that drive office leasing are not seeing the same gains, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Center City District’s new report analyzed 15 years of data on office leasing, vacancies, job growth, and the talent pipeline in Philadelphia and…
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Audacy to Sublease Nearly Half Of Its Philadelphia Headquarters in Center City
Audacy and a listing from real estate brokerage firm Binswanger, has confirmed that it is subletting up to 48 percent of its headquarters, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The percentage equates to up to 32,400 square feet of Audacy’s fourth floor space. Its lease on the space is set to expire on…
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Chester County Community Foundation Hosts Board of Directors Institute for Nonprofits
Attendees gained practical skills, networked, and left with actionable plans. Open networking and resource tables enabled attendees to connect and build relationships. Table discussions fostered collaboration, and everyone enjoyed food and refreshments. Zebulun Davenport, Ed.D., gave opening remarks about an ideal Board of Directors. Robbe Healey, MBA, NHA, ACFRE, FAFP, then delivered an inspiring keynote…
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Recovery Is a Human Journey: Therapists at Growth Opportunity Center Share Truths, Tools, and Hope
September marks National Recovery Month, a time to honor the courage of those navigating addiction and the professionals who walk beside them. At Growth Opportunity Center in Bucks County, four therapists — Edie Cohen, LPC; Dana Cohen, LMFT; Elyse Hibbs, LCSW; and Justin Benner, LCSW — gathered for a roundtable conversation that was equal parts…
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TLC: The Role of Arts in Emotional and Cognitive Development
A stunning painting of the Grand Canyon. That catchy tune you can’t get out of your head. The meal at your favorite restaurant that looks and smells so incredible that your mouth waters just thinking about it. What is it about art that has such a powerful effect on us? Research shows that engaging in…
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O’Rourke Media Group, Owner of Several Bucks County Magazines, Acquires Metro Philadelphia
The Arizona-based O’Rourke Media Group, which owns several Bucks County community magazines, has bought Metro Philadelphia and its affiliated sports website, writes Tom Sofield for the New Hope Free Press. The deal for the tabloid newspaper also includes Metro US and the Philly Sports Network. The companies did not disclose the financial terms of the…
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Nottingham-Based Herr Foods Names New CEO, Passing Leadership to Third-Generation
Herr Foods, a family-owned company based in Nottingham, has officially passed the reins to the third generation by appointing Troy Gunden as CEO, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Gunden, a third-generation Herr family member, previously the Chester County chip maker’s president, stepped into his new role on Sept. 1, taking over from…
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