• For Your Dining Pleasure, May We Suggest the Airport?

    For Your Dining Pleasure, May We Suggest the Airport?

    If you’re looking for a pleasant dining experience to impress your out-of-town guests, try the airport. Some of the best places to eat are now at Philadelphia International Airport, especially with the addition of two new local vendors, writes Kiki Aranit for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Oyster House and Federal Donuts & Chicken are coming to…

  • Forum of Executive Women Report: Minimal Progress in Women Leadership at Philadelphia-Area Public Companies

    Forum of Executive Women Report: Minimal Progress in Women Leadership at Philadelphia-Area Public Companies

    In the last year, there has been minimal progress in the representation of women among leadership and top-earning roles at Philadelphia-area public companies, according to a report from the Forum of Executive Women, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The annual report tracks the number of women CEOs, top earners, executives, and board members…

  • With Sales Up, Wawa Is Taking Over More of the Region’s Grocery Retail Business

    With Sales Up, Wawa Is Taking Over More of the Region’s Grocery Retail Business

    Wawa and Wegmans had the biggest increase in sales last year among grocery retailers in the Philadelphia region, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. Wawa had the second largest sales increase, with a $76 million bump in revenue for the Philadelphia area. The Delaware County convenience store chain pulls in local sales of $2.35…

  • Multiple Shipping Services in the Region Are on a Hiring Blitz

    Multiple Shipping Services in the Region Are on a Hiring Blitz

    With shipping demand on the rise as the holiday season approaches, several shipping services nationwide, including those in the Philadelphia region, are on a hiring blitz, writes James Powel for the Bucks County Courier Times. The National Retail Foundation has found that 57 percent of people plan to do their shopping online during the holiday…

  • Looking for Your Next Read? Try These Three Captivating Books Set in the Philadelphia Region

    Looking for Your Next Read? Try These Three Captivating Books Set in the Philadelphia Region

    If you’re looking for your next read, there are plenty of compelling fiction books with characters who call the Philadelphia region home to choose from, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. “The Dutch House” by Ann Patchett is about a fictional mansion in Elkins Park. This 2019 novel follows a brother and sister growing up…

  • Manufacturing Activity in Philadelphia Region Expands Overall, Survey Finds

    Manufacturing Activity in Philadelphia Region Expands Overall, Survey Finds

    Manufacturing activity in the Philadelphia region expanded overall, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia’s October Manufacturing Business Outlook Survey. Indicators for current general activity, new orders, and shipments increased this month, with the latter two returning to positive territory. The employment index indicated mostly steady employment conditions. Meanwhile, both price indexes showed price…

  • See What Level of Risk Climate Change Poses to Philadelphia Homeowners

    See What Level of Risk Climate Change Poses to Philadelphia Homeowners

    Climate change poses a major risk to homeowners across the country, both in terms of safety and home value, with Philadelphia being among the areas with overall high climate risk, write Michael J. Coren, Naema Ahmed, and Kevin Crowe for The Washington Post. A new analysis by AlphaGeo, a climate modeling group, found that Philadelphia…

  • ACJ Employee Spotlight: Meet Our President, Kimberly McGuane

    ACJ Employee Spotlight: Meet Our President, Kimberly McGuane

    As American Community Journals (ACJ) celebrates ten years of delivering positive news across the Delaware Valley, we continue highlighting the talented individuals who have driven our success. Today, we’re featuring Kimberly McGuane, President of ACJ. Kimberly plays a key role on the operational side of the business, overseeing everything from internal communication systems and finances…

  • The Future of Content Marketing: Emerging Trends in the Philadelphia Media Landscape

    The Future of Content Marketing: Emerging Trends in the Philadelphia Media Landscape

    With exciting developments in technology and an ever-changing social media landscape, it’s no wonder marketers in Philly are buzzing about what the future holds. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting into the marketing field, understanding these emerging trends is important to keep your brand ahead of the curve. AI, the Marketer’s New Best…

  • This Bus Option Avoids the Worst Parts of Philadelphia Airport

    This Bus Option Avoids the Worst Parts of Philadelphia Airport

    For those of you who aren’t totally charmed by the Philadelphia International Airport travel experience, a new bus service out of Wilmington linked to American Airlines could be a less congested way to go, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. Instead of driving to and parking at Philadelphia International Airport, passengers drive to and park…

  • ACJ Employee Spotlight: Meet Our VP of Marketing, Mitchell Phillips

    ACJ Employee Spotlight: Meet Our VP of Marketing, Mitchell Phillips

    As American Community Journals (ACJ) celebrates ten years of sharing good news across the Delaware Valley, we’re shining a spotlight on the dedicated individuals who have contributed to our success over the last decade. Today, we’re featuring Mitchell Phillips, Vice President of Marketing, who has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s success over…

  • Shape the Future of Local News; Join American Community Journals as a Social Media Director

    Shape the Future of Local News; Join American Community Journals as a Social Media Director

    Are you a digital-savvy, creative thinker with a passion for storytelling and social media? Do you want to play a key role in bringing upbeat, positive news to hundreds of thousands of engaged readers across the Delaware Valley? American Community Journals (ACJ) is searching for a Social Media Director to lead our social media efforts…

  • Unlocking Innovation: LionCage Pitch Competition Launches to Empower Philadelphia Entrepreneurs

    Unlocking Innovation: LionCage Pitch Competition Launches to Empower Philadelphia Entrepreneurs

    Invent Penn State LaunchBoxesTM at Brandywine and Great Valley and the Ideas x Innovation Network (i2n), an initiative of the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC), are partnering to deliver a new pitch competition to support entrepreneurs and innovators across all of southeastern Pennsylvania. The LionCage is a new event that features pitch presentations across four…

  • With Region’s Summers Getting Hotter, Outdoor Workers Facing Heat Exhaustion, Other Heat-related Symptoms

    With Region’s Summers Getting Hotter, Outdoor Workers Facing Heat Exhaustion, Other Heat-related Symptoms

    Summers in the Philadelphia region are getting hotter as climate change pushes temperatures higher, with this year being the fifth warmest on record, writes Sophia Schmidt for WHYY. This extreme heat has already started creating issues for outdoor workers. According to a new report recently released by the research nonprofit Urban Institute, over one in…

  • SEPTA Plans to Roll Out Hydrogen Fuel Cell Bus Pilot Program This Fall

    SEPTA Plans to Roll Out Hydrogen Fuel Cell Bus Pilot Program This Fall

    SEPTA is planning to roll out 10 hydrogen fuel cell buses this fall as part of its pilot program to help determine what role hydrogen could play in a future zero-emissions fleet, writes Sophia Schmidt for WHYY. During a year-long project, the 10 participating buses will carry passengers along several routes through the city and…

  • The Power of Local Storytelling: Why Philadelphia’s Leading Brands Are Investing in Sponsored Content Platforms

    The Power of Local Storytelling: Why Philadelphia’s Leading Brands Are Investing in Sponsored Content Platforms

    Philadelphia’s marketing landscape has undergone a significant transformation over the last several years, leaving brands scrambling to command market share in an increasingly digital world. Traditional advertising methods alone are no longer enough to resonate with a company’s target audience. As a result, Philly business owners across virtually every sector are reducing (and even eliminating)…

  • SEPTA to Shutter Ticket-sales Windows at Regional Rail Stations

    SEPTA to Shutter Ticket-sales Windows at Regional Rail Stations

    As fewer passengers are choosing to buy their tickets in person, SEPTA has decided to shutter the ticket-sales windows at ten additional of its Regional Rail stations that have low demand this Friday, writes Thomas Fitzgerald for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Regional Rail riders are mostly using Key cards, which hold cash value and can be…

  • SEPTA Plans to Increase Fares Through Discount Eliminations, Other Adjustments

    SEPTA Plans to Increase Fares Through Discount Eliminations, Other Adjustments

    Amid a financial crisis that has created a $240 million operating deficit, SEPTA is planning to increase fares by removing some customer discounts and implementing other adjustments to raise money, writes Thomas Fitzgerald for The Philadelphia Inquirer. SEPTA is also currently waiting on uncertain fiscal help from the state government. These changes would generate new…