• Abington Telehealth Speech Therapy Platform Uses AI, Online Games, and Other Special Features  

    Abington Telehealth Speech Therapy Platform Uses AI, Online Games, and Other Special Features  

    An Abington speech therapist and entrepreneur may soon see her business skyrocket. The owner and CEO of Abington Speech Pathology Services & RemoteSpeech self-funded her telehealth platform with $300,000, wrote John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal.   Orna Azulay describes the VirtualTx platform as a “one-stop-shop” for those seeking care. It’s a cloud-based application…

  • Three Remote Side Gigs to Avoid

    Three Remote Side Gigs to Avoid

    Earning money through remote work is highly desirable. However, not all of them are worth pursuing, and some of them are kind of a scam. Here are remote jobs you should avoid, according to GoBankingRates.   Online Surveys  While it may seem like an easy way to make money, a lot of them only pay…

  • The Farmer’s Daughter to Host a Spring Cigar Dinner

    The Farmer’s Daughter to Host a Spring Cigar Dinner

    Reserve a seat at Normandy Farm’s elaborate dinner experience at “the farmer’s daughter” terrace. The restaurant is hosting a smokey extravaganza on April 20 from 6 to 9 PM. The cigar dinner is abundant with award-winning food and premium Cohiba cigars.   The unforgettable evening begins with a cocktail hour followed by a three-course dinner,…

  • Gwynedd Mercy University to Host Summer Volleyball and Basketball Camps

    Gwynedd Mercy University to Host Summer Volleyball and Basketball Camps

    Gwynedd Mercy University’s women’s volleyball team will be hosting a weeklong camp this summer. It is designed to educate campers to be ready to play at the next level by honing both their skills and volleyball IQ. Each day campers will focus on a new skill: passing, setting, attacking, blocking/serving. The camp will be split…

  • Five Ways to Increase Your Chances of Getting the Job

    Five Ways to Increase Your Chances of Getting the Job

    The job-seeking process in today’s highly competitive workforce is daunting. Landing an interview is not a guarantee you have the job. Here are tips on how to increase your chances of getting the job, according to GoBankingRates.com.   Research, Research, Research  Nothing is more impressive than showing the hiring managers that you’ve done your homework…

  • Unemployment Rate in Pennsylvania Lower Than a Year Ago

    Unemployment Rate in Pennsylvania Lower Than a Year Ago

    Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate for January was at 4.3 percent, the same as in December, but it was 0.2 percent lower than the January 2022 level. This is according to the preliminary employment situation report for January 2023 released by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. At the same time, the U.S. unemployment rate went…

  • Here Are Four Ways to Stand Out in Today’s Workplace

    Here Are Four Ways to Stand Out in Today’s Workplace

    America’s workplace has shifted significantly since the COVID-19 pandemic. From labor shortages to Gen Z being vocal, values in the workplace are shifting too. Here’s how to stand out as an employee or job seeker in the ever-changing workplace.   Don’t Limit Yourself  While you may be on the hunt for the “perfect” job, very…

  • Outdoor Recreation Industry Continues to Bloom in Pennsylvania

    Outdoor Recreation Industry Continues to Bloom in Pennsylvania

    The businesses related to outdoor recreation continue to make significant contributions to the health of Pennsylvania’s economy as well as for that of the state’s residents, writes Lauren Jessop for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. According to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, outdoor recreation-related industries in manufacturing, retail, and tourism ­employed more than 150,000 people in…

  • Life-Saving Legislation Could Require Pennsylvania Schools to Have AEDs  

    Life-Saving Legislation Could Require Pennsylvania Schools to Have AEDs  

    “I’m sorry, you didn’t have an AED? I’m sorry, the coaches weren’t trained? They didn’t know what to do? That’s unacceptable,” said Downingtown’s Christy Marshall-Silva at a news conference in Chester County earlier this week.   Marshall-Silva lost her seven-year-old son Aidan Joseph Silva in 2010, when he suddenly went into cardiac arrest. The family…

  • Have a Passion For Sports? Gwynedd Mercy University Can Help It Become a Career

    Have a Passion For Sports? Gwynedd Mercy University Can Help It Become a Career

    Do you have a high school student who is a sports fanatic? Have they always dreamed of working in the sports industry? This weeklong program, hosted by Gwynedd Mercy University Sport Management program, will introduce students to the numerous ways they can turn their love of sports into an exciting career. Whether they’re interested in…

  • Oldies Warehouse Off Blue Route Bought by Bala Cynwyd-based Developer

    Oldies Warehouse Off Blue Route Bought by Bala Cynwyd-based Developer

    An iconic Oldies.com building viewable by motorists on I-476 — the Blue Route — has been sold. Real estate developer Bala Cynwyd-based Velocity Venture Partners purchased the 56,000 structure for $7.85 million according to Robert Moran’s story in The Philadelphia Inquirer.   The real estate developer so far has a hefty portfolio that includes more…

  • Gwynedd Mercy University to Host Integrated Studies Pre-College Summer Institute

    Gwynedd Mercy University to Host Integrated Studies Pre-College Summer Institute

    Gwynedd Mercy University’s Integrated Studies program is hosting a weeklong Summer Institute to introduce college life to students with intellectual disabilities. Throughout the week, students will build college-readiness stills and facilitate a transition into college life. Focus areas include college-level technologies and skills, career exploration, building social connections, and establishing familiarity with a college campus.…

  • Five Highest-Paying Jobs in 2023

    Five Highest-Paying Jobs in 2023

    Are you looking for a career shift and want to make extra money? Do you want to pursue a higher income? The U.S. News and World Report recently released the highest-paying jobs of 2023.   Anesthesiologist   Average Salary: $208,000/year   An anesthesiologist is responsible for administering anesthesia to patients during surgery as well as…

  • Gwynedd Mercy University’s Voices of Gwynedd to Host Annual Spaghetti Dinner

    Gwynedd Mercy University’s Voices of Gwynedd to Host Annual Spaghetti Dinner

    Gwynedd Mercy University is hosting the world-renowned Voices of Gwynedd for its Annual Spaghetti Dinner. The event will be held at Upper Dublin Lutheran Church on Saturday, March 18 from 4–7 PM. Cost of attendance is $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 4–12. Guests just need to bring their appetite — because it’s…

  • Five Remote Jobs That Require Little Experience  

    Five Remote Jobs That Require Little Experience  

    If you’re looking for a remote job, but not quite sure if you have a resume that could land you something that requires specialized expertise, look no further. There are an ample number of entry-level jobs that are also remote.   Administrative Assistant   Average pay: $19/hour  Assistants often take on crucial assignments that executives…

  • Philadelphia Ranks Near Top Among Best Cities for St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations

    Philadelphia Ranks Near Top Among Best Cities for St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations

    If you are looking for a great place to celebrate the greenest holiday of the year, you don’t have to go far from home. Philadelphia ranks near the top of the list of 2023’s best cities for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, according to a new report published by WalletHub. WalletHub compared 200 of the nation’s…

  • Gwynedd Mercy University President Deanne H. D’Emilio Wins Prestigious Chief Executive Leadership Award

    Gwynedd Mercy University President Deanne H. D’Emilio Wins Prestigious Chief Executive Leadership Award

    Gwynedd Mercy University’s President Deanne H. D’Emilio has been awarded the Chief Executive Leadership Award from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). This prestigious award recognizes a District II member institution’s highest-ranking officer for exceptional efforts in promoting the understanding and support of education. D’Emilio’s leadership at GMercyU has been marked by…

  • Six Rewarding (And Some High-Paying) Jobs

    Six Rewarding (And Some High-Paying) Jobs

    Doing something rewarding can come in the form of volunteering or helping someone in need. However, if you’re a charitable person, you can make it your full-time job. Here are some of the most rewarding and high-paying jobs, according to Zippia.   Mental Health Specialist  Annual Salary: $40,000  Being a therapist can help people struggling…