Retail
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A South Philadelphia Ikea Always Puts Customers at the Forefront
The Ikea located on the Delaware River waterfront prioritizes Philadelphians in as many ways as possible, writes Asha Prihar for Billy Penn at WHYY. The idea of adhering to the needs and tastes of its local customers is an Ikea staple that has been its philosophy from the very beginning. This Ikea is no different. …
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Lou Turk’s, Tinicum’s Gentleman’s Club, Is Getting a New Name
Lou Turk’s, Delaware County’s only strip club, is changing its name to The Carousel Delco, part of a rebranding for this 50-year-old Delco icon, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Referring to itself as a “gentleman’s club,” Lou Turk’s posted the name change Jan. 31 on its Facebook and Instagram pages. “We are still…
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Di Bruno Bros. Pull Back Sad, But Not Surprising, Customers Say
Di Bruno Bros. customers will miss the three stores that are closing in Wayne, Ardmore, and Center City, but they aren’t surprised by the move, writes Denali Sagner and Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The gourmet food grocer decided to refocus its energy on stores at the Italian Market and Rittenhouse, as well as…
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At Tshatshke Jewelry Studio, Artistic Vision Forges Unique Engagement and Wedding Rings
At her Tshatshke Jewelry Studio in Port Richmond, Maddy Hirsch combines artistic vision and sculptural skill to craft stunning custom jewelry pieces, writes Emily Kovach for Grid Magazine. Hirsch had always dreamed of creating beautiful things with her own hands and running her own business. To pursue those goals, she enrolled in the entrepreneurial studies…
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Di Bruno Bros. to Close Three Stores, Including Center City Market at Franklin Residences
Di Bruno Bros. will be closing three of its five locations in the coming weeks, including its Center City market, write Denali Sagner and Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Center City store, which is located at the Franklin Residences on Ninth Street is scheduled to close on Wednesday, February 11. Meanwhile, Di Bruno’s…
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Sign Code Typo Cost Wayne Business Owner David Mackey Thousands
When David Mackey moved the Philadelphia Print Shop to the former Antiquities Etc. on Lancaster Avenue in Wayne, he took his sign with him, writes Richard Ilgenfritz for Main Line Times & Suburban. It had hung over his business at two previous Wayne locations and was smaller than the sign that had hung at the Antiquities…
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Amazon to Shutter All Amazon Fresh Stores, Including Philadelphia’s Only Location in Northern Liberties
Amazon has announced its plans to shut down all its Amazon Fresh and Amazon Go stores, write Kate King, Sean McLain, and Joseph De Avila for The Wall Street Journal. The move is being done as a way for the company to shift its focus on its online same-day delivery service, as well as expanding…
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King of Prussia’s David’s Bridal Debuts New Spring 2026 Collections for Brides and Bridesmaids
King of Prussia-based David’s Bridal recently unveiled its Spring 2026 Bridal and Bridesmaids Collections designed by head of couture and design Viola Chan. The Spring 2026 Bridal Collection embraces a modern couture vision grounded in emotion, craftsmanship, and confident self-expression. It follows bridal trends that lean into romantic nostalgia, with lace and corsetry. Soft femininity…
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Philly Printmaking Shop Seeks Community Support in Campaign for New Location
The Soapbox, which gives local artists access to a letterpress and zine library, has launched a crowdfunding campaign to support its efforts to move to a larger new location, writes Kristin Hunt for PhillyVoice. Currently located at 47th Street and Kingsessing Avenue, the community studio needs $50,000 to relocate to its new home at 4542…
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The Math Behind Sheetz Opening Across From Wawa in Limerick
The arrival of Sheetz in Limerick isn’t just about brand rivalry, writes Michael Tanenbaum for The Philly Voice. The move is a calculated economic play rooted in traffic patterns, pricing strategy and consumer behavior. Sheetz will open its first Montco location Feb. 12 on Ridge Pike in Limerick Township, directly across from a Wawa. For…
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Former Regal Site at Doylestown’s Barn Plaza to House Six New Stores, Restaurants
Six new restaurants and businesses are coming to Barn Plaza in Doylestown at the site of the former Regal Cinema on Route 611, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. The shopping center, owned and managed by Brixmor, will have three new multi-tenant buildings spanning 46,000 square feet. A new Pottery Barn featuring home furnishings will be taking up a 13,000-square-foot space. Another…
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Michael’s Sandwich Shop in Woodlyn Closes After 49-Year Run
Michael and Mary Cirilli are retiring, bidding farewell to grateful customers who enjoyed their cheesesteaks, hoagies, and other sandwiches for decades, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. The Upper Chichester couple are owners of Michael’s sandwich shop at Jefferson and Fairview roads in Woodlyn. The shop permanently closed on Dec. 31. That final week…
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Inside the Mall That Became a Mini-City in Montgomery County
Few places in Montgomery County can overwhelm quite like the King of Prussia Mall, writes The Northeast Times. With more than 400 stores, sprawling dining options, and an ever-growing mix of entertainment, the Upper Merion landmark has evolved far beyond a traditional shopping center into a full-day destination. Shoppers can bounce between luxury heavyweights like…
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Saks Bankruptcy Leaves King of Prussia Store Intact — for Now
Luxury retailer Saks Global, which operates Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The company says the move is aimed at restructuring its finances while remaining in business. For Montgomery County shoppers, the impact appears mixed but relatively limited for now. In Montco,…
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Crust Vegan Bakery Opens New, Larger Location in East Falls
Crust Vegan Bakery has officially opened in East Falls, moving to a larger location than its two-space operation in Manayunk, writes Beatrice Forman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Now equipped with a bigger space, Crust Vegan Bakery can now consolidate its commercial kitchen and retail storefront. The opening in East Falls is the culmination of nine…
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Nordstrom Rack Launches New Locations, with One Coming to Exton
Nordstrom Rack, the off-price division of Nordstrom, is preparing to launch four new locations in the Philadelphia area, with one set for Exton in the fall, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Exton store will cover 30,000 square feet and be located inside Main Street at Exton, a popular shopping center at Routes 30 and 100. The…
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Nordstrom Rack Store Opening at Promenade at Granite Run in Media
Nordstrom Rack, the discount-price division of fashion retailer Nordstrom, is opening a store in fall 2026 at Promenade at Granite Run, writes Jeff Blumenthal for Philadelphia Business Journal. The Nordstrom Rack store joins TJ Maxx, Michaels, Kohl’s, and Boscov’s at the mixed-use community in Media. A small-format IKEA store is opening there in the spring.…
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Secondhand Shopping Market for Children’s Items Growing in Philadelphia, Globally
The global secondhand shopping market saw a 15 percent increase in 2024, and that increase is also being seen in Philadelphia, writes Rachel Molenda for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Jennifer Kinka, a mother of two, recalls going to Babies R Us during her first pregnancy and feeling that many of the items that were considered a…
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