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Fearless Restaurants Opening White Dog Cafe Location in Chester Springs
Fearless Restaurants is opening a fifth location of its popular White Dog Cafe in Chester Springs, writes Kaitlyn McCullough for Main Line Today. The new restaurant, which is set to open on June 14, is on the site once occupied by the Vickers Restaurant. The historic building was constructed in the 1820s and was once…
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Fitch Ratings Downgrades Redeemer Health’s Credit Rating By Two Notches
Redeemer Health in Meadowbrook received a two-notch credit downgrade from Fitch Ratings earlier this week, bringing it down from BB+ to BB-, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Fitch Ratings cited years of the nonprofit health system’s sizable operating losses that have eroded its reserves as the reason. Redeemer’s unrestricted financial reserves were $115…
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First Bank House of the Week: Beautifully Designed Colonial in Flourtown
A beautifully designed colonial home on 2.68 acres with four bedrooms and four bathrooms is available for sale in Flourtown. This lovely country estate residence perfectly combines historic charm with contemporary luxury in a tranquil and private setting. Its many gorgeous details include hardwood floors throughout and custom window treatments. . . The heart of…
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Spring-Ford Quarterback to Receiver Dodge Challenger This Summer as Part of Unique NIL Deal
As part of a unique NIL deal, Spring-Ford quarterback Matt Zollers will get behind the wheel of a Dodge Challenger later this year in exchange for social media collaborations, writes Aaron Carter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The state’s top-rated quarterback in the class of 2025 is the first “Westwood Home Services athlete” to sign with…
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Lehigh Valley Health Network Unveils New Micro-hospital in Gilbertsville to Public
Lehigh Valley Health Network recently unveiled its new micro-hospital in Gilbertsville to the public, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The $40 million hospital is currently awaiting the imminent final approval by the Pennsylvania Department of Health to open its doors. The health system chose Gilbertsville for its second neighborhood hospital because it…
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Norristown Reviewing Proposal for Mixed-Use Development On 68-Acre Site Next to State Hospital
Norristown is currently reviewing a proposal to build a mixed-use complex on a 68-acre site near the Norristown State Hospital that promises to be the borough’s largest-ever development of its type, writes Kevin Riordan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The $300 million Preserve at Stony Creek would have townhouses, apartments, stores, flex space, and a public…
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Pennsylvania Lawmakers Want to Make Attending College More Affordable, But They Have Different Ideas
Pennsylvania lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are entering into the budget season with the aim of making college more affordable, writes Stephen Caurso for Spotlight PA. The GOP, which currently holds a state Senate majority, wants to implement new scholarships targeted at “in-demand” occupations as well as offering money for post-grads to continue…
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One of World’s Best Master Chocolatiers Is In West Chester
Éclat Chocolate in West Chester, run by renowned master chocolatier Christopher Curtin, makes some of the best chocolate in the world, writes Kiki Aranita for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Curtin was a champion cross-country skier when he decided to train in Europe to become a master chocolatier at 22. Years later, he became the first American…
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Family Honors Tragic Death of 14-Year-Old with Nonprofit for Mental Health, Suicide Prevention
The family of teen Abbey Wolf who tragically died by suicide is keeping her legacy alive through Abbey’s Bakery nonprofit, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. “Abbey was 14 years old,” said Abbey’s mother, Michelle Wolf. “She was kind, loving, athletic, creative, and Abbey loved the beach.” Abbey died on Nov. 7, 2020. “She left a…
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First Bank House of the Week: Exceptional Stone-front Colonial in Bryn Mawr
An exceptional stone-front colonial on 1.8 acres with six bedrooms and five full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Bryn Mawr. . . This stunning residence is perfectly situated in the prestigious Main Line area of Radnor Township and offers luxurious living in a private setting surrounded by open space. Highlights include…
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Remembering Inspirational Limerick Woman Who Lived and Thrived Despite Numerous Lifelong Challenges
Anastasia Pagan, an inspirational Limerick woman who persevered despite numerous lifelong physical challenges, died on May 20 at 22, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Pagan was born with a diaphragmatic hernia, chromosome abnormality, and pulmonary hypertension. She spent the majority of her life with her family in Montgomery County, and in hospitals and…
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New Boutique Hotel with Original Art Installations in All Rooms Coming to Kennett Square
Artelo, a new boutique hotel with an “immersive art experience,” will open its doors in Kennett Square on July 11, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 14-room establishment will open in the space that was previously home to the Birch Inn, which closed in 2017. Square Roots Community Initiative, also known as…
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Collegeville Italian Bakery Is a Local Favorite for Good Reason
Collegeville Italian Bakery Pizzeria Napoletana is a warm and welcoming community favorite that is rooted in family tradition, write Tessa Peloso and Elisabeth Hudak for PHL17. The eatery and retail store makes and sells thousands of delicious sandwiches that consistently keep people coming back for more. But sandwiches are far from the only thing offered.…
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With Over $1 Million in Scholarships and 20 Acceptances, High School Senior Chooses West Chester
Jayden Alston, a senior at Upper Darby High School, was accepted to 20 colleges and accumulated over $1.4 million in merit-based scholarships, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. Alston, 18, had once struggled academically and had low grades, which led him to be placed a special education program for four years. Yet over the…
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Horsham Family Hops on Sunroom Train to Connect with Nature
Andrew and Emily Buschmeier, of Horsham, have joined a growing trend of homeowners adding large sunrooms allowing them to better connect with the outdoors – without having to deal with insects, writes Terri Akman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The couple have a spacious yard that backs up to woods and a scenic pond. But while…
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First Bank House of the Week: Classically-Decorated Stone Traditional in Blue Bell
A classic stone traditional home on 2.3 acres with eight bedrooms and five full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Blue Bell. . . This gorgeous residence perfectly blends historical elegance and modern luxuries. Perfectly nestled within 106 acres of preserved woodlands and scenic trails, the home has recently been fully restored.…
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Rapidly Growing Warehouse Space Reshaping Jobs, Traffic, and Landscapes in Philadelphia Region
In the last four years, the demand for warehouse space has resulted in 55 million square feet of related industrial real estate being added in the Philadelphia area, write Frank Kummer, Kevin Riordan, Jake Blumgart, Joseph N. DiStefano, and Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The nine-county Philadelphia region now has 188 warehouses bigger than…
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Lovely White Brick Colonial in Elkins Park Hits Market
When Chip and Courtney Hardie first saw the white brick colonial home in Elkins Park ten years ago, they knew it was the place they wanted to raise a family, even though it needed some work, writes Paul Jablow for The Philadelphia Inquirer. They made many improvements to the four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom home over the next…
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