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Germantown Academy Welcomes Familiar Face Back as Head of Upper School
Dave Samson, who was previously a counselor and held other roles at Germantown Academy, recently returned to the Fort Washington school as the head of Upper School, writes Abigail Chachoute for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Samson worked at the school from 2004 to 2015 on the administrative team implementing the House System in 2007, offering…
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Jim Murray, Former Eagles General Manager Who Helped Lead Franchise Back to Prominence, Dies at 87
Jim Murray, the former Eagles general manager who helped the team return to prominence and opened the first Ronald McDonald House, died on August 25 at the age of 87 at his home in Bryn Mawr, writes Matt Breen for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Growing up in West Philadelphia, Murray watched the Eagles at Franklin Field.…
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Everything You Need to Know About the Opening of King of Prussia’s Netflix House
Mark your calendars, King of Prussia’s Netflix House officially opens on November 12, writes Michael Tannebaum for the Philly Voice. The 100,000 square foot attraction will transform the former Lord & Taylor space into a hub of immersive entertainment centered around the streaming giant’s hits. The new venue will feature everything from Netflix-inspired mini golf…
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Frank Lloyd Wright Designed One Synagogue and It’s in Elkins Park
Beth Sholom in Elkins Park is the only synagogue designed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright, and its congregation still thrives, writes Benyamin Cohen for the Forward. The building, shaped like a mountain to evoke Sinai as Wright intended, rises 110 feet and wrapped in 1,500 glass panels. Over six decades after its construction in…
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King of Prussia Mall Welcomes Wave of First-to-Philly Retailers
The King of Prussia Mall is stepping up its shopper experience, writes Sue Gleiter for Penn Live. Already one of the largest retail destinations in the country, the mall is set to welcome a wave of new tenants this year. Several of these are making their debut in the Philadelphia area. Among the newcomers is…
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WSJ: Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers Adjusts 2025 Outlook Amid Affordability Concerns
Fort Washington luxury homebuilder, Toll Brothers, is scaling back its outlook for the year, citing affordability pressures, writes Dean Seal for the Wall Street Journal. The company now projects 11,200 home deliveries in its fiscal year, which ends October 31. The average selling price of $950,000 – $960,000 is in line with its lower projection…
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Conshohocken’s ActiveProtective Launches Tango Belt, Eyes Nationwide Expansion
Conshohocken-based ActiveProtective has launched the Tango Belt, a fall prevention device that has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to ActiveProtective CEO Wamis Singhatat, the company opted to distribute the product directly as a licensed and accredited durable medical equipment distributor. “We will be…
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Sheetz Breaks Ground in Limerick, Bringing Wawa Rivalry to Montco
Sheetz, the Western PA convenience store and Wawa rival, is finally planting a flag in Montgomery County, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. Limerick Township officials recently approved the project, and construction is well underway at the corner of Ridge Pike and Swamp Pike. The location is just down the road from a super Wawa.…
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Audubon Water Customers Finally Get Relief From Leaks, PFAS Concerns
Audubon Water Company had been struggling for the past two years to fix leaks on its water main, losing around 50,000 gallons of water per day and asking Lower Providence Township residents to conserve water as a result, writes Zoë Read for WHYY. In addition to critically low water levels at its drinking water wells,…
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East Greenville’s Knoll Transformed American Homes With Mid-Century Modern Furniture
East Greenville-based Knoll transformed American homes with mid-century modern furniture, known for clean lines, unadorned forms, and focus on functionality, writes Bedatri D. Choudhury for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Hans Knoll, son of a German furniture maker, relocated to New York City in 1938 with plans to start a furniture company importing European-designed furniture. However, World…
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Collegeville Office Buildings Sell to Globus Medical with Staggering Price Cut
Two office buildings in Collegeville have sold to Audubon-based Globus Medical for $6.2 million, marking an 81 percent drop in value since their last sale in 2018, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The buildings, located at 200 and 400 Campus Drive and previously known as Highview I and Highview II, are currently…
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Abrupt Closing of Schoolhouse of Flourtown Leaves Local Parents Scrambling
The abrupt closure of the Schoolhouse of Flourtown in Springfield Township, set for August, has left local parents scrambling for day care solutions, write Deanna Durante and Emily Rose Grassi for NBC10 Philadelphia. The day care scheduled to close is part of a larger human services campus that will cease operations next month after four…
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Two Delco High School Football Teams Earn Spots Among Top Ten in Southeastern Pennsylvania
Two Delaware County high school football teams have earned spots among the top ten in Southeastern Pennsylvania, writes Joseph Santoliquito for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Chester, with a 9-2 record last season, placed tenth in the area. For the coming season, the Clippers will be led by twins Daron and Jalen Harris, along with offensive tackle…
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King of Prussia’s David’s Bridal Launches Personalized Gift Shop Online
King of Prussia-based David’s Bridal is adding a personal touch to wedding shopping. The retailer has partnered exclusively with Personalization Mall to launch a new “Personalized Gifts” section on their site, the company announced through Newswire. The collection debuts with more than 100 customizable items from monogrammed robes to quirky cocktail napkins. Hundreds more options…
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Union League to Add Sleek New Ballroom at Liberty Hill in Lafayette Hill
The Union League of Philadelphia is planning a major addition to its Liberty Hill golf course in Lafayette Hill, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The new Liberty Ballroom will feature floor-to-ceiling windows, two levels of event space, and room for up to 450 guests. Designed for weddings, galas, and corporate events, it…
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Narberth’s SHIFT Offers Eco-Friendly Choices, Supporting Low-Waste Living on Main Line
Women-owned and operated, SHIFT in Narberth offers refills, secondhand finds, and sustainable alternatives to everyday products, helping to support low-waste living on the Main Line, writes Anne E. Hill for the Main Line Today. Eleisha Eagle, the co-founder of SHIFT, was recently named a 2025 Tory Burch Foundation Fellow, joining a select group of 50…
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Glenside’s Juli Betsch Shares Grandfather’s Phillies Legacy with 1964 Fan Group
A Facebook group dedicated to a heartbreaking season for the Phillies is taking on a life of its own with help from Glenside’s Juli Betsch, writes Alex Coffey for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The ‘Memories of the 1964 Phillies’ group started late last year by Stephen Dicht to mark the season’s 60th anniversary. Despite ending in…
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Norristown Names Michael Trail as Its New Police Chief
The Norristown Police Department has named the current Lansdale Chief of Police Michael Trail as its new police chief, with his appointment taking effect on August 19, according to a staff report from NBC10 Philadelphia. Trail has 33 years of experience on the force, a level of service and leadership that was one of the…
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