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IBX Announces Actions to Simplify Prior Authorization Process
As part of its mission to help members access quality, affordable healthcare, Independence Blue Cross has announced a series of improvements to the prior authorization process. Alongside other national insurance providers, IBX and other Blue Cross Blue Shield companies announced six commitments that will make the process faster, more seamless and more streamlined in the future. “At Independence…
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A Space for Banking, Learning, and Community: Citadel Credit Union to Open First Philadelphia Branch
Citadel Credit Union has signed a lease for its first Philadelphia branch, marking the beginning of a bold new chapter in community-centered banking. Opening in Overbrook Park at 7557-61 Haverford Avenue in early 2026, the branch will go beyond traditional banking, offering a community room for local nonprofits, financial workshops, and neighborhood gatherings. At 2,880 square feet,…
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Legendary Coach, Teacher, Mentor, and Champion: Church Farm School’s Art Smith Retires After 47 Years
“Every child deserves a champion: an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists they become the best they can be.” — Rita F. Pierson These words formed the centerpiece of a letter Art Smith delivered to his colleagues in early April announcing his retirement in June…
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Fired Up at the Farm: Normandy Farm Unveils New Brick Oven Experience
Normandy Farm has unveiled the newest centerpiece of our culinary program: an authentic, wood-fired brick oven that’s turning up the heat — literally and figuratively. We officially unveiled this new feature at our annual Terrace Party at The Farmer’s Daughter Restaurant, and the pizzas stole the show. Members of our team even had the opportunity to travel to…
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Firstrust Bank a Key Partner in East West Label’s Success as a Family-Owned Business
For Christina Wilson — the CEO of Conshohocken-based East West Label, a trusted service provider for the retail industry that specializes in premium produce labeling — the family business has been a constant in her life. The Collegeville native fondly remembers working for the company her grandfather, Bill Wilson Sr., founded in Sharon Hill in…
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GMercyU’s Occupational Therapy Program Blends Innovation, Global Service, and Workforce Readiness
The Occupational Therapy (OT) program at Gwynedd Mercy University, much like the other programs in its College of Nursing and Health Professions, is entering a transformative era — one defined by state-of-the-art facilities, global learning experiences, and a streamlined pathway from undergraduate study to a graduate degree in occupational therapy. Central to this evolution is…
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PECO Prepared for Storms and to Beat the Heat as Summer Kicks Off with Forecasted Heat Wave
As the first day of summer approaches, PECO is ready to help customers stay cool and manage their energy usage. With the forecast predicting a series of 90-plus-degree days next week, PECO is committed to providing safe and reliable energy and has been hard at work to ensure the company’s critical electric infrastructure is prepared…
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Acclaimed Clinician Named Chief of Cardiac Anesthesia for Nemours Children’s Health in the Delaware Valley
Nemours Children’s Health has named Dr. Mark Twite its Chief of Cardiac Anesthesia and Co-Director of the Nemours Children’s Cardiac Center in the Delaware Valley. In this new role, Dr. Twite will lead the delivery of cardiac anesthesia services with oversight of the region’s cardiac anesthesia program. He will also play a pivotal role in…
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Chairman of Kennett Square-Based Tri-M Group Named an Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Ernst & Young has named Jim Horn, Chairman of Kennett Square-based Tri-M Group, an Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 Greater Philadelphia Award winner. Entrepreneur of the Year is a prestigious and competitive awards program for entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies. For 40 years, Ernst & Young has celebrated ambitious entrepreneurs who are transforming industries,…
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Saint John’s Hospice Receives Hefty Donation from Ambler Savings Bank’s Biggest Loser Challenge
Inspired by a once-popular reality television show, Ambler Savings Bank wrapped up its employee Biggest Loser Challenge by donating $1,795 to Saint John’s Hospice. The Biggest Loser Challenge started in January and ran until April. Employees who participated were weighed on the first and last day of the challenge. The winner was determined by the…
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Haverford Systems Helps City of London Investment Build a Smarter, More Connected Headquarters in West Chester
When City of London Investment Management Company relocated its North American headquarters to the historic Turks Head Garage building in downtown West Chester, it was more than just a change of address. It was a complete reimagining of the workplace experience — one that Haverford Systems played a pivotal role in shaping. The space at…
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Science Teacher at Abington Friends School to Work Aboard EPA Research Vessel on Lake Michigan
Virginia Friedman, a seventh-grade science teacher at Abington Friends School, will join the staff of the Pennsylvania Sea Grant’s Center for Great Lakes Literacy (CGLL) to work aboard a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency research vessel on Lake Michigan from July 7-13. Through a partnership with the EPA’s Great Lakes National Program Office and the National Oceanic and…
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How King of Prussia’s BARK U Became the Ultimate Dog Destination with Help from Firstrust Bank
Dog kennels are traditionally known to be a stressful — even frightening — environment for dogs. Ten years ago, Christine Egbert, a certified dog trainer living in Norristown, saw the need to create a daycare and lodging environment for dogs that is not only stress-free but promotes happiness and fun in a clean and safe…
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Hidden in the Walls: Uncovering Forgotten Home Features
Houses have always reflected the technology, lifestyles, and culture of their times. Across the decades, American homeowners tailored their homes to fit their visual preferences and practical needs. As technology developed, home features once considered trendy quickly fell out of fashion and function. To celebrate American Housing Month, we’re looking to the past to explore…
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Eastern University Ranks Among Fastest Alternative Teacher Certification Programs in Pennsylvania
Eastern University ranks eighth out of 25 schools listed on TeachingCertificationDegrees.com’s list of the Fastest Alternative Teaching Certification Programs in Pennsylvania for 2025. With a 12-month completion timeline, Eastern stands among the top institutions across the state that provide streamlined options for aspiring educators to enter the classroom quickly and confidently. TeachingCertificationDegrees.com is a trusted resource that…
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Inexpensive or Free Summer Activities in Greater Philadelphia
Whether you’re looking for outdoor activities for the kids or ways to cool off in the air conditioning, the Greater Philadelphia area offers a wide range of inexpensive venues and local community events to enjoy, including summer concerts, museums, nature tours, history walks, and many more adventures to enjoy! There’s no need to spend a…
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Getting to Know Dr. Troy Baker, Church Farm School’s New Head of School
Dr. Troy Baker, Church Farm School’s incoming Head of School, has extensive experience in faith-based and independent school education. He most recently served as Upper School Director at Breck School, an Episcopal PreK-12 college preparatory school in Minnesota. Prior to Breck, he spent six years at Pace Academy in Atlanta as Director of Student Life…
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Philadelphia Print Shop to Retain Wayne Brick-and-Mortar, Moving to Smaller Storefront with Historic Charm
After nearly five years at its current location in downtown Wayne, The Philadelphia Print Shop is preparing for a short move — a stone’s throw to the west — into a smaller, more intimate storefront this fall. Owner and proprietor David Mackey, who in 2020 acquired the nationally-known print and map shop established in 1982…
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