• Manor College Hosts Vigil for Ukraine Amid Rising Tensions

    Manor College Hosts Vigil for Ukraine Amid Rising Tensions

    On the third anniversary of Russia’s war against Ukraine, a small community in Pennsylvania gathered at Manor College to reflect and find hope amidst the ongoing conflict, writes Alisa Shodiyev Kaff for the Washington Post. The event, held at the Ukrainian Heritage Studies Center and Museum, brought together locals, Ukrainian refugees, and Americans with Ukrainian…

  • Upper Black Eddy Artisanal Knife Maker Steve Pellegrino Dies at 34

    Upper Black Eddy Artisanal Knife Maker Steve Pellegrino Dies at 34

    Steve Pellegrino, an artisanal knife maker from Upper Black Eddy whose custom knives were a staple in many restaurant kitchens throughout Philadelphia, died on February 27 from injuries sustained in a car crash while driving home, writes Kiki Aranita for The Philadelphia Inquirer. He was 34. Local chefs expressed their shock at the news. “I…

  • Main Line Health Appoints Ed Jimenez as CEO as System Moves Toward Profitability

    Main Line Health Appoints Ed Jimenez as CEO as System Moves Toward Profitability

    Main Line Health has appointed Ed Jimenez as its next president and CEO, effective June 6, writes Harold Brubaker for the Philadelphia Inquirer. He will replace Jack Lynch, who is retiring after 20 years leading the four-hospital nonprofit system. Jimenez, 53, comes from University Hospital in Newark, a medical center affiliated with Rutgers University, where…

  • Bond Vet Brings Urgent and Primary Pet Care to Narberth, Plans Further Expansion in Philly

    Bond Vet Brings Urgent and Primary Pet Care to Narberth, Plans Further Expansion in Philly

    Bond Vet, a New York-based walk-in veterinary clinic chain specializing in primary and urgent pet care, has expanded to Narberth, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The next step is a second location in Rittenhouse Square by summer, backed by a $170 million investment from private equity firm Warburg Pincus. “Philadelphia is a…

  • Norristown’s Quinn Sullivan Forges His Own Path Amidst Famous Soccer Family

    Norristown’s Quinn Sullivan Forges His Own Path Amidst Famous Soccer Family

    Norristown’s Quinn Sullivan, who is in his fifth season with Philadelphia Union, continues to carve out his own path within a family that has been deeply rooted in the region’s soccer community for generations, writes Kerith Gabriel for The Philadelphia Inquirer. His youngest brother, Cavan, is the youngest pro in Major League Soccer history, while…

  • Daredevil: Born Again Gives Montgomery County a Surprise Shoutout—With a Villainous Twist

    Daredevil: Born Again Gives Montgomery County a Surprise Shoutout—With a Villainous Twist

    Montgomery County got an unexpected mention in the latest Marvel series, Daredevil: Born Again, which premiered last night on Disney+. In the second episode, the show’s infamous villain, Vincent D’Onofrio’s Wilson Fisk—better known as Kingpin—gives a nod to King of Prussia while delivering one of his signature veiled threats. During a tense conversation with outgoing…

  • Great Valley MBA alumna leads biotech nonprofit using AI to find new treatments

    Great Valley MBA alumna leads biotech nonprofit using AI to find new treatments

    A few years into Mary Zuccato’s career at Vanguard, she reflected on her aspiration to become a leader, and she noticed something: many of her mentors had gone to business school and earned masters of business administration (MBAs). “I wanted to have that experience and the exposure to the broad business curriculum across a bunch…

  • The Kibitz Room: Jewish Deli on Steroids Coming to King of Prussia

    The Kibitz Room: Jewish Deli on Steroids Coming to King of Prussia

    The Kibitz Room from Cherry Hill is expanding to King of Prussia, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The new space will occupy the space of the former Michael’s Deli in the town center. Among all the national food chains, the new deli will fill the need for a mom-and-pop experience. Owner Brandon…

  • Amtrak’s Bus Service Between Reading and Philadelphia Ends This Month, Sparking Renewed Push for Passenger Rail

    Amtrak’s Bus Service Between Reading and Philadelphia Ends This Month, Sparking Renewed Push for Passenger Rail

    Amtrak’s bus service between Reading and Philadelphia, a crucial link for daily commuters, students, and travelers, will officially end March 18, writes José Martínez for WFMZ 69 News. “I was looking forward to using this bus to go home this semester because my mom can’t bring me back and forth,” said Ashley, a Kutztown University…

  • Valley Forge Casino Resort Welcomes Martha Morales as New General Manager

    Valley Forge Casino Resort Welcomes Martha Morales as New General Manager

    Valley Forge Casino Resort has appointed Martha Morales as its new Vice President and General Manager, pending regulatory approval.  Morales, an industry veteran, previously served as Assistant General Manager at The Orleans Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas and has held leadership roles at major Strip casinos. She succeeds Ron Bailey, who now leads Boyd…

  • Rev Up Your Engines: SKR Sim Racing Brings Immersive Driving Action to Lansdale

    Rev Up Your Engines: SKR Sim Racing Brings Immersive Driving Action to Lansdale

    A new racing experience has arrived just off Main Street in Lansdale, writes Dan Sokil for The Reporter. SKR Sim Racing Center, located at 307 Derstine Avenue, offers high-tech racing simulators that deliver an immersive experience for speed enthusiasts. Owner Gerald Streets transformed his pre-pandemic hobby into a full-fledged business, refining his designs over time…

  • A New Chapter: Buckets Tavern Reopens Smoke-Free After Renovations

    A New Chapter: Buckets Tavern Reopens Smoke-Free After Renovations

    Buckets Tavern, a beloved Jenkintown dive bar, has officially gone smoke-free after 54 years, writes Jenn Ladd for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The decision follows years of debate and shifting public preferences, with owner Joe Braman and managing partner Matthew Martin acknowledging that times have changed. “There are more nonsmokers than smokers,” Braman said. “Kids today,…

  • Following Devastating Fire, Narberth Community Theatre Triumphantly Returns to Stage

    Following Devastating Fire, Narberth Community Theatre Triumphantly Returns to Stage

    After fire destroyed its performance space, props, and costumes at Overbrook Presbyterian Church over a year ago, Narberth Community Theatre had its triumphant return to the stage at the Circus Campus in Mt. Airy on Sunday, writes Alex George for FOX 29 Philadelphia. Months of hard work following the tragedy culminated in the new production…

  • At St. Joseph’s University, Basketball Is Family Affair

    At St. Joseph’s University, Basketball Is Family Affair

    Basketball runs in the family at St. Joseph’s University, where Men’s Associate Head Coach Justin Scott mentors his stepson, sophomore guard Xzayvier Brown, writes Gabriella Galati for 6abc. Their story started on the court. “We were running a summer camp, and he was a camper,” said Scott. “He was a great kid more than anything.…

  • Harleysville-Based, Olive & Melon Design Creates Custom Furniture Perfect for Your Next Home Project

    Harleysville-Based, Olive & Melon Design Creates Custom Furniture Perfect for Your Next Home Project

    With spring approaching, those planning home design projects may want to explore the clever custom furniture from Harleysville-based Olive & Melon Design, writes Kristin Detterline for the Philadelphia Magazine. Interior designer Mel McDaniel and furniture maker Olivia Gorman decided they wanted to collaborate in 2022, after Gorman had joined McDaniel’s nonprofit Marvin’s Home, that was…

  • Wife of Asplundh Tree Expert Heir Announces Pregnancy Months After Instagram Scandal

    Wife of Asplundh Tree Expert Heir Announces Pregnancy Months After Instagram Scandal

    Katherine Asplundh, wife of Cabot Asplundh, one of the heirs of the Asplundh Tree Expert in Willow Grove, announced her pregnancy months after the Instagram account handle scandal, writes Richard Pollina for the New York Post. Asplundh, who was accused of bullying an Instagram user with her name in an attempt to buy her account,…

  • Bryn Mawr College Named One of America’s Most Beautiful Campuses

    Bryn Mawr College Named One of America’s Most Beautiful Campuses

    Bryn Mawr College, the historic women’s institution, has been named one of the most beautiful college campuses in the country by Condé Nast Traveler, writes Lisa Dukart and Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Recognized for its stunning late-Gothic architecture and rich academic heritage, the college stands as a visual and intellectual tribute to legendary…

  • East Greenville’s Own Sabrina Carpenter Lands First Country Hit With Dolly Parton

    East Greenville’s Own Sabrina Carpenter Lands First Country Hit With Dolly Parton

    Sabrina Carpenter’s music career has officially crossed genres, writes Hugh McIntyre for Forbes. Fresh off winning Best Pop Vocal Album at the Grammys, the East Greenville singer-songwriter lands her first entry on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. Her track Please Please Please debuts at No. 17, thanks to a new duet version featuring country legend…