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Pennsylvania Has Become a Warehouse and Logistics Powerhouse – But There Are Some Downsides
Due to an e-commerce boom, Pennsylvania has become a warehouse and logistics powerhouse, but some local communities are rising against the trend, writes for the City and State Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania’s dominance in the logistics industry is largely driven by its unique location and robust infrastructure. According to the state Department of Community and Economic Development,…
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Interest in Ultra-Luxury Condos in Philadelphia Soars
Center City’s luxury multifamily properties are preparing for a busy sales and leasing season, driven by rising demand during the typically slow winter months, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 48-story Laurel in Rittenhouse Square wrapped up 2024 on a hot streak, with its sales team predicting that the current year will…
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Warminster-Based Arbutus Biopharma Lays Off Over Half of Workforce, Exits Its Headquarters
Warminster-based Arbutus Biopharma laid off over half of its workforce and is exiting its headquarters to conserve cash while continuing its pursuit of a hepatitis B cure, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company, which reduced its workforce by 40 percent last year and 24 percent in 2023, eliminated another 22 positions…
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Philadelphia’s Fireball Printing Turns Ideas Into Lasting Impressions
Fireball Printing, a Philadelphia-based independent print shop founded in 2008 by Catherine Dentino and Paul Yavarone Jr., helps clients turn their ideas into lasting impressions, writes Rachel Hazzard for PIDC. Specializing in digital, large-format, and offset printing, the shop quickly grew from producing art prints for friends into a trusted provider for bars, restaurants, venues,…
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Center City Undergoing $1.2B in Real Estate Development Activity, New Report Provides Breakdown
Center City District has released its latest Center City Real Estate Development Report, which provides an overview of the $1.2 billion in development activity taking place in the area. There are a total of 66 major development projects in Center City Philadelphia that are either completed, under construction, or in the planning stages. Center City…
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Philadelphia Region Law Schools See Surge in Applicants Amid Political Shifts and LSAT Changes
The Philadelphia region law schools — as well as nationwide — are seeing a surge in applicants this year, driven by increased public attention on the courts during the presidential transition and recent changes to the LSAT exam, writes Isaac Avilucea for AXIOS. Some of the reasons for this spike are specific to the region.…
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USA Today Names Citizens Bank Park the Best Stadium in Major League Baseball
As the Philadelphia Phillies just started the new MLB season, it’s nice to know that they play their home games in the best stadium in the league. The USA TODAY 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards has named Citizens Bank Park as the best baseball stadium in the nation, writes Greg Giesen for the Delaware News Journal.…
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Beloved Fishtown Dance Bar Set to Reopen After Three Years
Three years after The Barbary in Fishtown shut its doors, the popular dance bar is set to officially reopen on Thursday, March 27, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The announcement was made in an Instagram post earlier this week. The Barbary is known for its amazing dance parties and matinee punk shows, and…
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With Final Approval Secured, Doylestown Health and Penn Medicine Merger Moves Forward
The University of Pennsylvania Health System has received final approval to move forward with its merger with Doylestown Health, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. In January, Penn Medicine and Doylestown Health announced that they had signed a letter of intent to pursue a merger. With the final approval now granted, Penn Medicine…
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Celebrating 25 Years of the Philadelphia Navy Yard, and Cheers to Many More
This year marks 25 years of the Philadelphia Navy Yard and the growth that has been seen in the past quarter-century has laid the ground work for the future, writes Jack Tomczuk for Metro Philadelphia. For the leaders behind the effort to redevelop the area, the future includes turning the Navy Yard into Philadelphia’s newest…
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Mayor Parker Unveils $2 Billion Plan to Address, Expand Philly Housing
Mayor Cherelle Parker recently unveiled a new $2 billion plan to transform Philadelphia’s housing landscape in the immediate and long-term future, writes Mike D’Onofrio for AXIOS Philadelphia. “This is the largest single investment in housing in Philadelphia history,” Parker said during a recent budget meeting. For years, Philadelphia has had a severe lack of affordable…
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Tyler Kasak: From Raising Goats on Family’s Doylestown Farm to Among NCAA’s Best Wrestlers
Growing up raising goats on his family’s Doylestown farm helped shape Penn State wrestler Tyler Kasak into one of the NCAA’s top competitors, writes Matt Breen for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Kasak had a list of his goals posted on his bedroom door. He has achieved most of the things he set out to do. During…
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Two Bucks County Routes Among 20+ Must-Try Scenic Bike Trails in Philadelphia Region
Two Bucks County routes are among the 20+ must-try bike trails in the Philadelphia region that are sure to satisfy all your biking needs, according to Philadelphia Magazine. For cyclists looking for a long ride with lots of changing scenery, the Delaware Canal Towpath is the route to take. Here, you can enjoy breathtaking, ever-changing…
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Recently-Shuttered Grays Ferry Tavern to Reopen Under New Ownership
Grace Tavern, the Grays Ferry restaurant and bar that was shuttered back in January after 20 years, is set to reopen under new ownership, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Tavern Group, which includes owner and founder Stephen Carlino and three partners, will be taking over the space’s liquor license. There is…
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West Philly Native Will Smith to Release First Album in Two Decades
After a two-decade-long hiatus in the music industry, Will Smith is making a comeback with a new album, writes Rania Aniftos for Billboard. On Friday, March 28, Smith will be releasing the new 14-track album, titled Based On A True Story. The West Philadelphia native recently took to Instagram to share his excitement in getting…
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Museum of the American Revolution to Embark On New $1 Million Renovation Project
As it prepares for 2026, the Museum of the American Revolution will be undergoing a $1 million renovation project to enhance its many offerings, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The project will mark the museum’s largest since first opening its doors in April 2017. The renovation will include downsizing the museum’s gift…
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Which Philly Food Spots Have Best ‘Delivery Cheesesteaks?’ Inquirer’s Food Staff Provide Answers
A cheesesteak that is delivered is quite different from one fresh off the grill, with time, handling, and distance traveled among the determinants, writes the Inquirer Food Staff. A delivered cheesesteak from Angelo’s Pizzeria isn’t quite the same as one fresh from the shop, but the meat and cheese in the roll aren’t far off.…
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Union League of Philadelphia Seeing Unprecedented Growth, Eyeing Further Potential Acquisitions
The Union League of Philadelphia is experiencing unprecedented growth, marking its most significant expansion in the last decade and more of its 160-year history, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The exclusive members-only private club, long a haunt for top business leaders in the region, launched its expansion in 2014 with the opening…
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