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Another Sinkhole Appears at Route 202 in King of Prussia, Here Is Why This Keeps Happening
Another sinkhole has appeared on Route 202 not far from King of Prussia Mall, forcing a sinkhole-related closure on a section of the same road for the second time in six months, write Nick Vadala and Michelle Myers for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Sinkholes are underground cavities usually caused by water erosion. Most commonly, they show…
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Popular 1985 Movie Starring Madonna and Directed by Abington Native, Added to National Film Registry
Desperately Seeking Susan, the popular 1985 movie starring Madonna and Rosanna Arquette, directed by Abington native Susan Seidelman, was added to the National Film Registry, writes Kristin Hunt for Philly Voice. The movie is part of the latest batch of culturally significant films selected by the Library of Congress for preservation in the National Film…
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Jefferson Abington Re-Designated As Baby-Friendly
Baby-Friendly USA, an accrediting body for the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative, recently re-designated Jefferson Abington as a Baby-Friendly hospital, writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. The BFHI assists in ensuring that families with new additions have the resources to successfully initiate and continue breastfeeding. Hospitals that receive the Baby-Friendly designation have to go through a rigorous…
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Grocery Prices in Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Soar Above National Average
Grocery prices have continued to climb in 2023, and both Pennsylvania and Philadelphia have recorded some of the sharpest increases in the nation this year, writes Mark Huffman for Consumer Affairs. According to a Consumer Affairs analysis, grocery prices increased by 5.3 percent nationwide in 15 analyzed categories year over year. Pennsylvania took the top…
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Eagles All-Star Center Jason Kelce Expanding Haverford Estate With New Purchase
Philadelphia Eagles powerhouse Jason Kelce has acquired another piece of land that adjoins his existing Haverford property and is planning to build a giant mansion there, writes Mary K. Jacob for the New York Post. The 36-year-old six-time Pro Bowl center originally bought and settled in a modest but elegant home in the area in…
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WSJ: Golfers’ Preference for Vibrant Venues Like Topgolf King of Prussia a Sign of Changing Times
Golf is witnessing a revolutionary shift. Gone are the days when lush greens and quiet mornings defined the sport. Today, according to Will Feuer of The Wall Street Journal, golfers are rewriting the rules of where they play and how they enjoy the game. According to Feuer, many modern golfers now prefer the vibrant, energetic…
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Thrillz High Flying Adventure Park in King of Prussia is Where Virtual Reality Meets Real Adventure – 10 Tips For a Fun and Safe Experience
Thrill-seekers rejoice! King of Prussia’s Thrillz High Flying Adventure Park is the ultimate destination for heart-pounding excitement says Franki Rudnesky writing for PhillyVoice. At Thrillz, the world of virtual reality collides with challenging obstacle courses to offer an unmatched adventure for thrill-seekers of all ages. Imagine strapping on a VR headset and instantly finding yourself…
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Act Now: “Log-In or Say Goodbye” as Google Begins Deletion of Unused Gmails Accounts Today
Google is taking a bold step to declutter its servers. Starting this week, according to Dalvin Brown of The Wall Street Journal, the tech giant will begin deleting personal unused Gmail accounts that have been inactive for at least two years. This move is not just a one-time sweep; Google plans to continue this practice…
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Willow Grove Park Mall CEO Believes New Mall Consumers ‘Value Experiences Over Goods’
Joseph Coradino, CEO of PREIT, owner of the Willow Grove Park and Plymouth Meeting Malls, took a hard look at its portfolio well before the onset of the pandemic, replaced department store anchors at some of its super-regional malls, and started selling properties that were not achieving minimum sales levels, writes Al Urbanski for the…
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Philadelphia Traffic Ranks Fourth Worst Nationwide, PennDOT Responds with Solutions
PennDOT is currently working on strategies to help ease roadway headaches which put Philadelphia in fourth place nationwide based on terrible traffic congestion, writes Matt O’Donnell for 6abc. According to traffic data analyst INRIX, the only cities with worse congestion than Philadelphia are New York City, Chicago, and Boston. The average driver in the City…
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Amidst Unrest, Philadelphia Shines as America’s Most Walkable and Sane City
The magic and charm of American cities that attract many international tourists seems to be disappearing, at least according to many think-pieces that paint a picture of a country in turmoil, writes Thom Gibbs for The Telegraph. But Philadelphia stands as the perfect place to challenge these grim tidings as the only American city that…
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Places Among Top Five Worst Interstates in Country
Pennsylvania Turnpike, also known as I-76, came in the top five most hated roads in the country in a recent poll of drivers’ 100 most loathed interstates, writes Mekeel David for The Morning Call. The highway that runs the length of the state east and west ranked fourth in a Gunther Volvo Cars Daytona Beach…
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With Its $1 Billion Debt Coming Due, Owner of Plymouth Meeting Mall May Have to File for Bankruptcy Again
Philadelphia-based PREIT, owner of Plymouth Meeting Mall, could be heading for another bankruptcy filing just under a month before its credit facilities with a $1.1 billion balance are set to mature, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The publicly traded real estate investment trust posted a net loss of nearly $64 million in…
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New Report Finds Your Dollar Goes Further in Philadelphia’s Favorable Local Holiday Shopping Scene
The Philadelphia region is one of the country’s best areas for local holiday shopping, according to a new report by consumer financial services company Bankrate, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “Your dollars can go further in Philadelphia compared to other cities in the U.S.,” said Alex Gailey, senior data reporter at Bankrate who…
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Norristown-Based Gaudenzia’s Chief of Staff Named Pennsylvania’s Social Worker of the Year
Dr. Patricia McKernan, Chief of Staff at Norristown-based Gaudenzia, the region’s largest nonprofit provider of treatment for substance use disorder, has been named Social Worker of the Year by the Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers. The honor is a testament to McKernan’s leadership in promoting the dignity and inherent worth of…
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Most All-American State Goes to Pennsylvania in Study Considering Historic Landmarks, Fast Food Spots and More
Pennsylvania is the most “All-American” state in the United States based on its cuisine, sports scene, and history, according to a recently released ranking by Viator. To determine which are the most “All-American” states, Viator collected and analyzed state-specific data on the number of landmarks, national park sites, fast-food restaurants, sports venues, and RV dealerships…
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Phoenixville Ideal Place to Visit to Enjoy Great Food, Amazing Art, Fun Events, and Community Spirit
The ongoing revitalization efforts have made Phoenixville a perfect destination to visit for great food, amazing art, fun events, and community spirit, writes Emily Hart for the County Lines Magazine. There are so many great spots to visit that it is impossible to fit them all in one day. Mont Clare Deli and Market is…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Jessica Chappell, Executive Director, Safe Harbor of Chester County
Jessica Chappell, executive director of Safe Harbor of Chester County, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in West Bradford, Chester County, and her lifelong mission to serve others in need. She talked about turning down a spot and Penn State’s main campus to go to college near the beach and about honing her work…
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