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Abrams Realty Announces Timeline for Redevelopment of Exton Square Mall
Abrams Realty & Development has set the timeline for Exton Square Mall redevelopment, with work set to begin in late spring 2026, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The first phase of the project includes construction of a freestanding Main Line Health building spanning 50,400 square feet. Once the existing Main Line Health…
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‘BeVisionary’ Breaks From Impersonal Dating Apps, Brings In-Person Events to Singles in Area
BeVisionary aims to remove the impersonal feel of dating apps and replace it with in-person parties and events for singles in Chester and other collar counties, writes Anne E. Hill for the Main Line Today. The company was launched by Rosanna Curci in February 2023 with a singles axe-throwing event in West Chester. Around 275…
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Kimble Farm Owners Seek Sale to Rutter’s, but West Nottingham Township Residents Opposed
Kimble Farm owners have entered a sales agreement with Rutter’s, but West Nottingham Township residents oppose the proposed new use for the property, writes Betsy Brewer Brantner for the Chester County Press. Around 100 acres of the farm could be sold to the convenience store chain, pending discussions and approvals from the West Nottingham Township…
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Nottingham-Based Herr Foods Names New CEO, Passing Leadership to Third-Generation
Herr Foods, a family-owned company based in Nottingham, has officially passed the reins to the third generation by appointing Troy Gunden as CEO, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Gunden, a third-generation Herr family member, previously the Chester County chip maker’s president, stepped into his new role on Sept. 1, taking over from…
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Wealthiest ZIP Codes Cluster in Chester County, Philadelphia Region
Wealth in the Philadelphia region is still concentrated around Center City, though several Chester County ZIP codes earning top ten spots in specific categories, writes Todd Romero for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The latest ranking of the wealthiest ZIP codes is based on several factors, including per-capita income, home values, equity, savings, poverty rates, and…
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Biden Chooses Neighboring Delaware for His Presidential Library
Former President Joe Biden has selected nearby Delaware for his presidential library, write Ruby Cramer and Matt Viser for The Washington Post. Biden is forming a new board of friends, advisors, and political leaders to select the site to best serve the future library and start raising the millions required for the project. Planning for…
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West Chester University Students Turn Tiny Dorm Rooms into Stylish Designer Spaces
Many Gen Z college students, including those at West Chester University, are turning their tiny dorm rooms into stylish designer spaces, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. They are spending months getting inspiration from TikTok and Pinterest, coordinating with future roommates, and shopping for essential items such as stylish headboards and chic “fridge bridges.” …
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Saquon Barkley’s Marketability Soars to New Heights
After a stellar season where Saquon Barkley, who currently resides in Malvern, set an NFL record for total yards, helped Eagles reach the Super Bowl, and won AP Offensive Player of the Year honors, his marketability has reached unprecedented heights among NFL players, writes Terry Lefton for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Ed Berry, who has…
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One of Pennsylvania’s Best Dive Bars is in West Chester
Looking for the best dive bars in Pennsylvania? Well, there’s one right in the heart of Chester County, located in West Chester, according to East Coast Traveler on NewsBreak. Jake’s Bar in West Chester is a favorite spot for college students — especially those at West Chester University — and locals alike who are searching…
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111-Acre Office Park with Four Buildings Up for Sale in Malvern
The Malvern Green complex, an 111-acre office park with four buildings totaling 759,901 square feet, was recently listed for sale in Malvern, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The four buildings at 51 Valley Stream Parkway, three office buildings along with a data center, are currently occupied by Oracle, with the property currently…
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Phoenixville Can’t Get Enough of Soko Bag’s Korean Fried Chicken Experience
From Dubai to Korea to Pennsylvania, owners Shea Roggio and Alice Chang finally found a home for a Korean fried chicken restaurant: Phoenixville. The pair spent 8 months in Korea, even preparing for their first child. For Shea, the experience was transformational. “I completely fell in love with Korean fried chicken. And not just the…
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Upgrade Time: Saquon Barkley Bought Malvern Mansion After Trading to Eagles
When Saquon Barkley upgraded his team from the New York Giants to the now Super Bowl-winning Philadelphia Eagles, he also traded in his New Jersey home for a mansion in Malvern, writes Mary K. Jacob for the New York Post. The 28-year-old football running back purchased a 10,000-plus-square-foot house in Chester County in April. He…
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Stalled State Budget Negotiations Impact Crucial Services in Chester County
Chester County’s three state senators are criticizing their Republican colleagues for failing to reach a compromise on the Pennsylvania budget, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. Stalled budget talks have already forced changes to SEPTA’s operations and are now starting to impact vital community services in Pennsylvania’s most affluent county. “Chester County’s human services departments have…
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QVC Group Plans to Hire 250 New Employees in West Chester Following HSN Move
QVC Group plans on adding 250 new jobs in West Chester following HSN’s relocation from St. Petersburg, Florida, earlier this summer, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. By early 2026, the company will add a total of 300 roles to its Studio Park headquarters campus, including the 50 HSN team members who opted…
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Get Your Quarters Ready: Construction Begins on New Aldi Store in Phoenixville Area
Construction has begun on a new Aldi store in the Phoenixville area, with excavation and building crews breaking ground in East Pikeland and making significant progress in recent weeks, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The new location for the popular discount grocer will be at 297 Schuylkill Road, directly across from O’Grady’s. “The Aldi…
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Abrams Realty Updates Exton Square Mall Redevelopment Plan
Abrams Realty & Development has updated its Exton Square Mall redevelopment plan to include more open space as well as a central main street, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The developer spent the past month reevaluating its plans after receiving feedback from West Whiteland Township during a July planning commission meeting, which…
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First Bank House of the Week: $3.4 Million Modern Abode
An attractive modern home on 1.88 acres with seven bedrooms and nine and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Flourtown. This luminous and contemporary residence exudes sophistication and comfort, blending modern design with elegant touches throughout. Refined details include marble floors and domed skylights, creating a polished and inviting ambiance. . . Among…
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Hankin Group to Add 373 New Apartments in Chester County Following Strong Demand
Amid strong rental demand, the Hankin Group is adding 373 new apartments to three existing projects in Chester County by the end of next year, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The developer is now executing phase two of its Downingtown and Exton projects, representing a more than $150 million investment. Exton-based Hankin…
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