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General Mills Executive Doug Martin to be Wawa’s ‘Brand Architect’
Doug Martin, a General Mills marketer, has been appointed Wawa’s new chief marketing and brand officer, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. Notice of Martin’s hire was announced in an internal letter sent to Wawa employees from CEO Chris Gheysens. Martin will oversee Wawa’s brand, advertising, marketing, loyalty, and consumer insights. He will also…
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Wistar Institute Launches Center for Advanced Therapeutics to Accelerate Scientific Innovation into Future Medicines
The Wistar Institute announces the opening of its new Center for Advanced Therapeutics (CAT) to harness the power of Wistar science and speed creation of new drugs and therapies for human health. The CAT is led by Paul Lieberman, Ph.D., and capitalizes on a history of groundbreaking Wistar research in cancer, immunology and infectious disease.…
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Philadelphia Region Wage Growth Barely Keeping Pace with Inflation
While wages are rising in the Philadelphia region, much of this increase is being offset by inflation, resulting in workers only receiving modest gains, write Mike D’Onofrio and Alex Fitzpatrick for AXIOS. Between the first quarter of 2024 and the first quarter of this year, average weekly wages in Philadelphia and its collar counties rose,…
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IBX Earns ‘Gold Standard’ Accreditation for Its Newest Commercial PPO/EPO Health Plan
Independence Blue Cross has earned accreditation from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) for its newest commercial PPO/EPO health plan. This is an important recognition, as NCQA is a gold standard when it comes to healthcare quality. “NCQA’s Health Plan Accreditation is a reflection of our commitment to the membership we serve,” said Dr. Ellen…
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DelVal Students, Staff Honored by American Association for Laboratory Animal Science
Delaware Valley University faculty, staff, and students were recently recognized by the Delaware Valley Branch of the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (DVB AALAS) for their achievements in the field. DVB AALAS is committed to excellence and innovation in laboratory animal science by promoting education and training, encouraging open communication, and sharing information on…
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Bucks County Playhouse Remembers Robert Redford, Who Began His Career on the New Hope Stage
The Bucks County Playhouse is mourning the passing of Robert Redford, the Oscar-winning actor, director and founder of the Sundance Institute and Film Festival. He was 89. Redford made his professional stage debut at Bucks County Playhouse in 1959 in “Tiger at the Gate.” Later that year, he made his first Broadway appearance in “Tall…
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Delaware County Woman Uses AI to Appeal Health Insurance Denial
When Delaware County resident Joani Reisen lost her health insurance coverage for a critical medication she needed, she appealed using a new AI platform that made the appeal work much easier, writes Joshua Sidorowicz for CBS News Philadelphia. Reisen had been using Concerta, which treats attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, for more than a decade to help her…
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Conshohocken’s Kathy Romano Joins Audacy to Launch Two New Shows
Kathy Romano, a Conshohocken resident and former Preston & Steve cohost, is joining Audacy to launch two new shows starting next week on B101, writes Rob Tornoe for The Philadelphia Inquirer. After spending the past four months off air because of WMMR layoffs by parent company Beasley Media Group, Romano, who finally could sleep past…
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SEPTA’s Roosevelt Boulevard Subway Project Faces Further Uncertainty After Capital Funds Withdrawal
SEPTA, with approval from Gov. Josh Shapiro, used part of its capital funds to address a substantial $213 million financial shortfall and reinstate services that had been cut in recent weeks, write Thomas Fitzgerald and Erin Reynolds for The Philadelphia Inquirer. However, drawing from the Public Transportation Trust Fund is far from an ideal solution…
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Belmont Neighborhood Educational Alliance Purchases University of the Sciences Campus from St. Joseph’s
Belmont Neighborhood Educational Alliance, led by Michael Karp, has acquired 15 former University of the Sciences buildings from St. Joseph’s University, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Belmont, which already owns student housing in the area, operates a charter school network in Philadelphia. The buyer “has intentions for the property that align with our…
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New York Developer Acquires Vacant Rittenhouse Square Apartment Tower for $7.7 Million
The long-vacant, 17-story apartment tower at the corner of 16th and Spruce streets was recently acquired by New York-based developer, Zoria Housing, write Jake Blumgart and Ryan W. Briggs for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Years ago, Main Line-based real estate investor Dovid Daniel had a failed redevelopment project for the building, leaving it vacant ever since.…
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House of the Week: Gorgeous Church-Turned-Home in Fishtown
A gorgeous church-turned-multifamily home with four bedrooms and four full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Fishtown. This striking historic residence, built between 1845-1860, originally housed the Siloam Methodist Church. As a result, it offers a unique blend of iconic architecture along with modern updates, that provide extraordinary space and versatility. .…
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‘Every Smile Has a Story’: Inside a Manor College Student’s Career Switch
Everyone around Ashley Norwood knew about her passion for Nursing. They held parties with customized cakes when she got into nursing school and cheered her on throughout her years in the program. That love began slipping away one night in 2020. Norwood worked through an overnight clinical shift, shadowing Nurses throughout their rounds in the…
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Eleven Bucks County ZIP Codes Rank Among Wealthiest in Philadelphia Region
Eleven Bucks County ZIP codes made the list of the wealthiest ZIP codes in Greater Philadelphia, writes Todd Romero for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Richboro (18954) ranks highest in Bucks County at No. 60, with a per capita income of $80,067 and typical home values of $697,943. Next is Levittown (19056) at No. 65, with…
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Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers Buys Former Golf Course Site in Florida for $19.5M
Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers recently paid $19.5 million for a development site on a former golf course in Florida to build a luxury home community, writes Brian Bandell for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The seller of the 20.9-acre site was the city of Parkland. According to the deed included in the sales agreement, the luxury…
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Annual Chester County Day Tour Promises Stunning Views of Historic Homes
Chester County residents can explore the county’s most stunning estates through the upcoming Chester County Day Tour, writes staff for County Lines Magazine. Set for Oct. 4, eighty-fourth annual house tour will showcase local architecture and interior design. From 10 AM to 5 PM, participants can get a glimpse inside historic and renovated homes in…
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Granite Run Promenade in Media Active with Health Centers, Food Hall
New luxury apartments being built at the Promenade at Granite Run in Media will also have two health centers opening in the next few months on the ground-floor retail space there, writes Lisa Dukart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. HiLo House and SweatHouz will open near each other at 1127 W. Baltimore Pike, in the apartment…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Tim Hamill, Director of Athletics, Holy Family University
Tim Hamill, a Philadelphia native who grew up in Mayfair and graduated from Father Judge High School, is the director of athletics at his alma mater, Holy Family University. Hamill recently spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today, reflecting on what it means to lead the athletics program at Holy Family, the growth and achievements the department has…
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