• What Makes Lancaster Ave the Beating Heart of Ardmore

    What Makes Lancaster Ave the Beating Heart of Ardmore

    Ardmore has long been known for its walkability and its anchor attraction, Suburban Square, writes Laura Swartz for Philadelphia Magazine. A stroll down Lancaster Avenue reveals an equally rich mix of Main Line staples and exciting newcomers. The corridor blends decades-old favorites with fresh energy, making it one of Ardmore’s most engaging stretches for shopping,…

  • JAG Physical Therapy Opens First Montco Clinic in Willow Grove

    JAG Physical Therapy Opens First Montco Clinic in Willow Grove

    Montgomery County residents now have a new destination for high-quality rehabilitation care. JAG Physical Therapy, one of the Northeast’s fastest-growing PT and occupational therapy providers, has officially opened a clinic in Willow Grove. The new facility celebrated its arrival on Welsh Road with a community ribbon-cutting attended by local leaders, including representatives from State Sen.…

  • Bala Cynwyd Investor Sells North Wales Industrial Portfolio at Nearly 50 Percent Premium

    Bala Cynwyd Investor Sells North Wales Industrial Portfolio at Nearly 50 Percent Premium

    Velocity Venture Partners, based in Bala Cynwyd, has sold a seven-building industrial portfolio in North Wales for nearly 50 percent more than its purchase price from three years ago, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Montgomery County investor sold the seven industrial properties to NorthBridge of Wakefield, Massachusetts, for $22.2 million. The…

  • Plymouth Meeting DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Closed Last Week

    Plymouth Meeting DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Closed Last Week

    The DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia West, owned by Kingsbury Hospitality REIT, permanently closed its doors in Plymouth Meeting last week, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 253-key hotel that was built in 1987 on 7.9 acres, was acquired by its current owner for $22.3 million in April 2022. North Carolina-based…

  • How a Fort Washington Startup Fixed a Plumber’s 100-Calls-a-Day Problem

    How a Fort Washington Startup Fixed a Plumber’s 100-Calls-a-Day Problem

    A Fort Washington tech start-up is making big waves in the region’s home-service world. Shwego, launched last year by entrepreneurs Sam Puleo and Junny Kim, offers a streamlined scheduling and dispatching app built specifically for small contractors — from plumbers and HVAC crews to electricians and movers serving Philadelphia’s rowhouses and the surrounding suburbs. The…

  • First Bank House of the Week: Inside a $1.29M Restored 1721 Manor in Abington’s Highland Farms

    First Bank House of the Week: Inside a $1.29M Restored 1721 Manor in Abington’s Highland Farms

    Set in the heart of Abington’s desirable Highland Farms neighborhood, this beautifully restored historic manor — listed at $1,299,900 — offers a rare blend of early American heritage and thoroughly modern living. As highlighted on Realtor.com, the home traces its origins to a 1721 William Penn land grant, making it one of the area’s earliest…

  • Your Montco Guide to the Best Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree Farms

    Your Montco Guide to the Best Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree Farms

    With the holiday season in full swing, those looking to make a memory-filled day trip don’t have to travel far. The Philadelphia Inquirer curated this list of Montgomery County’s beloved Christmas tree farms, each offering its own take on seasonal cheer. In Collegeville, Corkum Tree Farm has welcomed families for more than 30 years with…

  • Moody’s Just Upgraded Redeemer Health — Here’s What Changed

    Moody’s Just Upgraded Redeemer Health — Here’s What Changed

    Montgomery County’s lone independent health system is getting a vote of confidence from the financial world, writes John George for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Moody’s Ratings has upgraded Redeemer Health’s outlook from negative to stable. It cites improving fiscal performance and stronger operating momentum at the Meadowbrook-based provider, which operates Holy Redeemer Hospital in Abington…

  • Conshohocken’s Blackfish BYOB Bids Farewell After Nearly Two Decades

    Conshohocken’s Blackfish BYOB Bids Farewell After Nearly Two Decades

    Blackfish BYOB, one of Conshohocken’s most acclaimed restaurants, will close on New Year’s Eve, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Chef-owner Chip Roman says the decision isn’t driven by finances or burnout, but by a feeling that his life is moving in a new direction. Roman opened Blackfish in 2006 after training under Marc…

  • La Salle Quarterback Gavin Sidwar Aims to End Decade-Long State Title Drought

    La Salle Quarterback Gavin Sidwar Aims to End Decade-Long State Title Drought

    Following a victory in the PIAA Class 6A football semifinal, La Salle senior quarterback Gavin Sidwar is focused on securing the school’s first state title in more than ten years, writes Dave Caldwell for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The team has enjoyed a stellar season so far, starting with a victory over the Vikings in a…

  • Celebrate Ambler’s First Tree Festival at Town’s Historic Theater

    Celebrate Ambler’s First Tree Festival at Town’s Historic Theater

    Her Favorite Things is holding its first-ever Ambler Festival of Trees at the Ambler Theater this weekend, raising funds to help provide trees for single mothers who may need a helping hand, reports Jennaphr Frederick for FOX 29 Philadelphia. “Her Favorite Thing was founded about a year and a half ago, but it was a…

  • Meet the Woman Powering barre3’s Growth in Blue Bell and Rosemont

    Meet the Woman Powering barre3’s Growth in Blue Bell and Rosemont

    For barre3 studio owner Emily Rothrock, movement has always been more than fitness. After 15 years in Philadelphia’s wellness world, she now leads two thriving barre3 communities in Blue Bell and Rosemont, blending her love of teaching with a drive that has shaped the studios’ steady growth. Rothrock’s path began early, sparked by a group…

  • Boston-Based Seyon Group Pays $17.5M for Three King of Prussia Buildings

    Boston-Based Seyon Group Pays $17.5M for Three King of Prussia Buildings

    Boston-based Seyon Group recently acquired three buildings in King of Prussia’s Renaissance Park for $17.5 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The three properties, totaling roughly 100,000 square feet, were sold by Brian O’Neill’s MLP Ventures and include 3600, 3602, and 3100 Horizon Drive, with the final address being the home of…

  • David’s Bridal Has the Answer to Rising Wedding Costs

    David’s Bridal Has the Answer to Rising Wedding Costs

    King of Prussia–based David’s Bridal is now offering a new payment option designed to ease budget pressures for brides and wedding parties, writes Beth Duckett for Digital Commerce 360. The retailer announced that Sezzle’s buy now, pay later (BNPL) service is now available across all of its locations in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Online…

  • Main Line Health’s New Robotic Surgery Transforms Lung Cancer Recovery

    Main Line Health’s New Robotic Surgery Transforms Lung Cancer Recovery

    A breakthrough in lung cancer care is taking shape at Main Line Health, writes Stephanie Stahl for CBS News. Surgeons within the health network are using a new single-port robotic system that is dramatically reducing pain and recovery time for patients. The technology, now in use by thoracic surgeon Dr. Patrick Ross, replaces the four…

  • Audubon’s PJM Interconnection Faces Pressure Over Data Center Growth and Grid Reliability

    Audubon’s PJM Interconnection Faces Pressure Over Data Center Growth and Grid Reliability

    A new federal filing is putting Audubon’s PJM Interconnection under the spotlight, writes Ethan Howland for Utility Dive. PJM’s independent market monitor, Monitoring Analytics, has asked the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to rule that large new data centers should only be added to the grid when PJM can reliably power them without risking blackouts…

  • North Penn High School Class of 1975 Celebrates 50 Years of Hockey Tradition

    North Penn High School Class of 1975 Celebrates 50 Years of Hockey Tradition

    Friends from North Penn High School’s Class of 1975 gathered at Fellowship Park the day after Thanksgiving for their annual hockey game, keeping alive a tradition stretching back five decades, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. These gatherings originated as a means for the group to reconnect after leaving for college. While some had hockey experience…

  • Habitat MontDelco Is Opening the Door to Homeownership for Families Priced Out of the Market

    Habitat MontDelco Is Opening the Door to Homeownership for Families Priced Out of the Market

    If you’re dreaming of owning a home but feel priced out of the market, Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery and Delaware Counties (Habitat MontDelco) offers a life-changing opportunity. Our Home Purchase Program is designed to make homeownership attainable for families with limited income, while also strengthening local communities. What Is the Habitat MontDelco Home Purchase…