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  • Inside d'griot in Germantown.
    Entrepreneurship

    This Black-Owned Cafe in Germantown Promotes Sustainability and Community

    April 9, 2026

    Philadelphia entrepreneur Blew Kind is all about building community and that commitment can be seen in all of her business endeavors, writes Jasmine Joseph for…

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    Utilities

    Investments in Local Infrastructure Improve Reliability for PECO Customers in Philadelphia in 2025

    March 26, 2026

    PECO’s significant infrastructure investments, use of innovative technologies, and its dedicated team of employees all helped the company keep the lights on for customers and…

  • Various desserts and pastries at a window.
    Food and Drink

    This Italian Eatery in East Kensington Functions As All-in-One Restaurant, Bakery, and Café

    February 24, 2026

    Fiore in East Kensington is one of the rare food businesses that excels in every aspect, seamlessly functioning as an all-in-one restaurant, bakery, and daytime…

  • Two ice cream cones from Bassetts.
    Food and Drink

    Enjoy a Nice Reprieve From the Heat At These Philly Ice Cream Shops

    June 27, 2025

    Philadelphia is home to quite a few ice cream shops, and with the summer now upon us, it’s the perfect time to visit them, write…

  • A plate from Casa Borinqueña with plantains, salad, and vegan chicken pinchos.
    Restaurants & Lodging

    A New Vegan Puerto Rican Restaurant Opens in East Kensington

    June 23, 2025

    Casa Borinqueña, which originally opened as California’s first vegan Puerto Rican restaurant years ago, has Philadelphia as the chosen city for its second location, writes…

  • A bowl of food with a fork and spoon.
    Restaurants & Lodging

    These Eateries are Among 76 Best Restaurants Defining Philly’s Dining Scene

    October 25, 2024

    The Philadelphia Inquirer recently published its inaugural annual list of the 76 best restaurants in Philadelphia that are defining the region’s dining scene right now.…

  • A table filled with Polish dishes and drinks.
    Restaurants & Lodging

    New Polish Restaurant and Bar, Little Walter’s, Opens in East Kensington

    July 3, 2024

    Little Walter’s, a new Polish restaurant and bar, has officially opened its doors in East Kensington, writes Jason Sheehan for Philadelphia Magazine. The new eatery…

  • Wine glasses
    Food and Drink

    A Long-Shuttered East Kensington Brewery Will Be Transformed into a Wine Shop and Restaurant

    May 2, 2024

    In December 2021, partners from Defined Hospitality bought an abandoned building in East Kensington with a 140-year-history that includes once being part of the Weisbrod…

  • Pierogis on plates
    Restaurants & Lodging

    New Polish Restaurant and Bar is Coming Soon To East Kensington

    April 13, 2024

    Little Walter’s, a new bar and restaurant that puts a modern spin to classic Polish cuisine, is set to open its doors in East Kensington…

  • Penn Community Bank Commercial Real Estate Lending Manager James B. Erb [L] joins elected officials and local developers to celebrate the groundbreaking of 17 publicly-owned parcels for future Turn the Key homes in Philadelphia’s Grays Ferry neighborhood. The bank is helping finance the affordable housing development project.
    Banking & Finance

    Penn Community Bank Helps Break Ground on Philadelphia Affordable Housing

    March 1, 2024

    Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, joined Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, City Council President Kenyatta Johnson, and regional developers on…

  • A keychain with a house on it in a door.
    Real Estate

    Penn Community Bank & PHDC Creating More Affordable Homeownership Opportunities

    November 29, 2023

    Recently, the Philadelphia Housing Development Corporation and the City of Philadelphia celebrated Turn The Key’s expansion across the city with a ceremonial ribbon-cutting. Turn the Key…

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