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Wiser Wealth: Is Bitcoin a Good Investment Right Now?
Thanks in part to Tesla CEO Elon Musk who recently announced that his company bought $1.5 billion worth of Bitcoin, the cryptocurrency has surged by over 370 percent over the past 12 months, writes Katie Brockman for The Motley Fool. While that makes it seem like an attractive investment, it is necessary to also look…
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Local Nonprofit Wants to Return Pennsylvania Rye to Its Former Glory
Pennsylvania’s rye was once as famous as the Philly cheesesteaks, and one nonprofit in nearby Bucks County is hoping to bring it back to its former glory once again, writes Jenn Ladd for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Delaware Valley Fields Foundation was founded by Laura Fields to champion farmers and their work. Now, it also champions…
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Build a New Future with the Credits You’ve Earned by Attending WilmU’s Virtual Transfer Day on March 16
Build a new future – with the credits you’ve already earned – at a university nationally recognized for excellence and success in transfer pathways. Wilmington University invites you to join it online for its Virtual Transfer Day on Tuesday, March 16 from 7 AM-5 PM: Live chat with faculty and staff, starting at 11 AM.…
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Tensions Between Scientific Community and Public to Be Explored During Virtual Event at Immaculata
Immaculata University will host a “Science in the Public Square” virtual event on Monday, March 15 at 7 PM via Zoom. The roundtable discussion explores the tensions between the scientific community and the public and is presented by the Immaculata University Undergraduate Honors Program. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted numerous structural weaknesses in society, but…
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Career Corner: 4 Strategies for Job Seekers Looking to Bounce Back During the Pandemic
While many have been fortunate enough to have their jobs transition to working remotely, writes Anne Fisher in Fortune, the reality is many people weren’t that lucky. A lot of employees were laid off as the Coronavirus got bad, and mass layoffs plus a pandemic makes an extremely difficult job market to crack. Some who…
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In the Garden with Andrew: The Paperbark Maple Has Perfect Winter Appeal
By Andrew Bunting Over the years, I have attempted to be more and more mindful of adding plants to the garden that will provide winter interest. Fortunately, in this area there are many choices. There are many great broad-leaved and coniferous evergreens. There are many great choices of winterberry hollies which lose their leaves in…
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COVID-19 Precautions Make SPCA Pet Adoptions Healthy and Heartfelt
Just as COVID-19 safety measures have altered just about everything else in our area, it has also affected pet adoptions. To keep interactions as safe as possible, nearby Bucks County SPCA has moved to an all-appointment method of uniting adoptable dogs and cats with interested pet lovers. Cindy Kelly, BCSPCA Director of Communications said, “The appointment schedule…
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C&N Announces Strategic Changes to Pursue Continued Growth and ‘Optimize Organization for the Future’
C&N – an independent, community bank with locations in New York and Pennsylvania, including in Paoli, Newtown, and Doylestown – has announced strategic organizational changes that will allow it to pursue continued growth in a fast-changing marketplace. “C&N has been on a multi-year journey to optimize our organization for the future,” said Brad Scovill, C&N’s…
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Acts Retirement-Life Communities Partners with WilmU to Offer Employees Enhanced Educational Opportunities
Acts Retirement-Life Communities will partner with Wilmington University to offer employees the chance to pursue online undergraduate or advanced degrees. The largest not-for-profit owner, operator, and developer of continuing care retirement communities in the U.S., Fort Washington-based Acts will offer tuition reimbursement to employees wishing to pursue any of WilmU’s 200-plus online undergraduate and graduate…
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Hope for Hospitality Campaign ‘Win-Win’ for Local Restaurants, Loyal Patrons
The Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association (PRLA) is working hard to protect the state’s hospitality and tourism industries, which have been harshly impacted by the pandemic. To encourage residents of southeastern Pennsylvania to eat local in these winter months, the PRLA is joining forces with Neff and Today Media/Main Line Today to launch the Hope…
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Chadds Ford Native’s Designs at Downingtown-Based Haverford Systems Help People Connect
Matthew Davis, who grew up on an Angus farm in Chadds Ford, may not have forged the typical path to a career in technology, but that’s certainly where he is thriving today. Davis, 38, is the lead engineer for Downingtown-based Haverford Systems, Inc., an audiovisual design and integration company that also manufactures two video conferencing…
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WCU President Chris Fiorentino Named to Philadelphia Business Journal’s Power 100
West Chester University President Chris Fiorentino has been named to The Philadelphia Business Journal’sPower 100 list for 2021. Determined by the publication’s editorial team, the annual list is known to be comprised of the 100 most inspiring people in the Philadelphia region. “The 2021 group of leaders spans a variety of industries — from healthcare…
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Small Business Owners: Learn How to Turbocharge Your Retirement Savings with a Cash Balance Plan
Do you or your business partners want to increase your retirement savings rate significantly? Does your existing defined contribution plan limit the amount you want to save? Older business owners who answer yes to these questions may benefit from a lesser-known retirement savings strategy: cash balance plans. Similar to a traditional pension, a cash balance…
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Bloomberg: See How Much You Need to join Ranks of Richest 1% in Different Countries
According to a Knight Frank’s study, the United States is in third place based on the minimum net wealth required to join the ranks of the richest 1%, but it is in top spot for the number of ultra-high-net-worth individuals, write Benjamin Stupples and Yoojung Lee for Bloomberg. Joining the ranks of the wealthiest is…
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President of Phoenixville-Based Creative Capital Wealth Management Group to Speak at Investors Expo
Frederick Hubler, the owner and president of Phoenixville-based Creative Capital Wealth Management Group, is one of 30 leading market analysts, money managers, and investment gurus scheduled to speak at MoneyShow’s Accredited Investors Virtual Expo from March 2-4. The Expo will offer the opportunity to watch live sessions from world-class money managers, financial analysts, and alternative…
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Immaculata University Nursing Students Receive Scholarships from Independence Blue Cross
Immaculata University’s Division of Nursing has announced that 17 undergraduate and three graduate nursing students have received scholarships from the Independence Blue Cross “Nurses for Tomorrow” scholarship program. “Nurses for Tomorrow” specifically focuses on the goal of retention of students throughout their years of study. Its focus helps challenge applicants to look beyond their capacity…
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Take Stock of Your Construction Company’s HR Function with New Guide from RKL
Today’s construction companies face a wide range of HR challenges, from regulations to wage and hour issues to workplace safety. Things move fast in labor-intensive industries like construction, a lesson that companies learned firsthand amidst the upheaval of the coronavirus pandemic. Companies that have been using the same methods and approaches year after year to…
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RKL: What Is a Decennial Report and Why Must I File One in Pennsylvania?
Just as the census tallies the U.S. population every decade, Pennsylvania takes stock of existing businesses through a decennial report. According to state law, decennial reports are requested every 10 years during years that end with number one. As such, the latest batch of decennial reports must be filed during calendar year 2021. The Pennsylvania…
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