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South Philly Boy Competes Globally with LEGO Creation at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia
Ten-year-old Nicky Papa of South Philadelphia earned a spot in a global LEGO competition with a creation he built at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia in Plymouth Meeting, reports Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. The boy was recognized as a “mini master model builder” by LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia after an annual competition the center holds. With…
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Ardmore’s Cork and Candles Marks a Welcome New Chapter for Owners
Chris and Tia Holloway didn’t set out to open a candle shop. Their journey began with a simple date night at the Cork and Candles in King of Prussia. Facing serious new health challenges, including complications from a kidney transplant, Chris was looking for a change. What started as a creative outing became something more:…
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Only Slightly Over Half of Entry‑Level Jobs in Philadelphia Offer Living Wage
With high school and college graduations, new employees are entering the workforce in the Philadelphia region, but only about half are likely to find jobs paying a living wage, write Joanne Drilling and Abigail Chachoute for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Online lender NetCredit analyzed data from the MIT Living Wage Calculator and job postings from…
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Ardmore’s Suburban Square Welcoming Several New Businesses This Month
Ardmore’s Suburban Square will welcome several new tenants before the end of the month, writes Max Bennett for the Patch. The businesses expected to open in June include Alo, Seasalt Cornwall, and DIG, while Coulter Place, a mixed-use commercial and residential space, will open in late 2025. Alo, a yoga wear and accessories brand, will…
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Asher’s Chocolate and Federal Donuts & Chicken Debut a Cosmic Collaboration
Souderton’s Asher’s Chocolate has teamed up once again with Federal Donuts & Chicken for a limited-edition sweet, writes the Daily Local News. The ‘Moon Rock Donut’ launched June 20 to mark the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. It will be available for just one week. The chocolate cake donut comes topped with…
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Vietnam War Memorial Replica to Tour Montgomery County with Special Motorcycle Escort
A massive replica of the Vietnam War Memorial will travel across Montgomery County next month, escorted by a special motorcycle convoy, before reaching its display location, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The Wall That Heals, a 375-foot-long memorial standing 7.5 feet tall at its highest point, will begin its Montgomery County journey at Valley…
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Can Abington’s Josh Shapiro Turn Grit into Presidential Gold?
Pennsylvania Governor and Abington native, Josh Shapiro, is now being talked about as a top contender for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination, writes Tom McGrath for Philadelphia Magazine. After two years marked by both high-profile wins and public tragedy, Shapiro has emerged as one of the party’s most visible and calculated figures. Shapiro’s pragmatic, policy-first…
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East Greenville’s Sabrina Carpenter Keeps Breaking Records
East Greenville’s Sabrina Carpenter continues her record-breaking streak with her new single, “Manchild”, writes Hugh McIntyre for Forbes. The new song made a stellar debut across multiple Billboard charts, including a Number 1 landing on the Hot 100. The track, which introduces her upcoming album Man’s Best Friend, also takes the top spot on the…
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Govberg Jewelers’ Next Chapter Begins with Luxe Ardmore Showroom
Wynnewood’s Jackie Tripoli, a 35-year veteran of Govberg Jewelers, the joy of high-end jewelry isn’t just the sparkle — it’s the people, writes Denali Sagner for the Philadelphia Inquirer. “People let you into their life,” she says, standing inside a glittering new showroom where tears, laughter, and major milestones are often part of the job.…
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King of Prussia-Based Universal Health Services Unveils New AI Initiative
King of Prussia-based Universal Health Services unveiled a new artificial intelligence initiative earlier this week, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company partnered with California-based Hippocratic AI to deploy generative AI agents to handle discharge follow-up calls to patients. The aim of the initiative is to support clinicians in monitoring patients after…
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Drizzle Can’t Dampen Spirits on the Schuylkill River Sojourn’s Historic Journey
Last Monday’s rainy weather didn’t dampen the mood for more than 100 kayakers and canoeists as they launched into the Schuylkill River, writes Steven Henshaw for the Reading Eagle. The annual weeklong, 112-mile Schuylkill River Sojourn began at Jim Dietrich Park in Muhlenberg Township and follows the river down to Philadelphia’s Boathouse Row. Cutting through…
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Aneu Kitchens in Bryn Mawr Prepares Chicken Salad Featuring One Potential Gamechanger Ingredient
Aneu Kitchens in Bryn Mawr serves a delicious Richard’s Chicken Salad with one standout ingredient that could be a gamechanger: sour cream, writes Alicia Vitarelli for 6abc. Richard is the father of Meredith Coyle, CEO of Aneu Kitchens. “He owned 28 restaurants in the city with my mom,” she said. “I just grew up in…
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Toll Brothers Acquires St. Basil’s Academy Site in Jenkintown, Plans for Senior Living Homes
Toll Brothers has purchased the 46-acre site of the former Saint Basil Academy in Jenkintown for $9.5 million, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Fort Washington-based luxury homebuilder plans to transform the former school grounds into a 150-home age-restricted carriage home community for buyers 55 and older. The property, located at 711…
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Lower Merion’s Growth Outpaces Region Amid Affordability Crunch
Lower Merion is experiencing yet another population upswing, writes Denali Sagner for the Philadelphia Inquirer. According to the latest census estimates, the township added 455 residents between July 2023 and July 2024. This .71 percent increase brings the population to 64,702. The slow but steady growth marks a continued rebound from decades of stagnation. Since…
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SEPTA Eyes 170-Unit Housing Development at Ambler Station
SEPTA has officially put out a call for developers to reimagine 3.4 acres next to Ambler train station for residential development, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The parking lot on Butler Pike is now being eyed for a transit-oriented development, blending housing, retail, and pedestrian-friendly features. The proposed Al is the result…
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IKEA Plans to Expand Philadelphia Area Footprint with New Store Formats
IKEA, with its U.S. headquarters in Conshohocken, is planning to expand its Greater Philadelphia footprint with new format stores, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The popular Swedish retailer is experiencing an unprecedented growth spurt with two types of new stores: smaller locations from 50,000 to 100,000 square feet and plan and order…
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Redeemer Health Says Recovery is Underway Despite Credit Downgrade
Abington’s Redeemer Health just had its credit rating downgraded by Fitch Ratings, a sign that the health system is still under serious financial stress, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The drop to a B+ rating means there’s a higher risk that Redeemer might struggle to pay back its debts. The health system…
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Bryn Mawr’s John Middleton, Phillies Owner, Shares His Other Great Passion
Bryn Mawr resident John Middleton is known as the Phillies owner with World Series-sized ambitions, but he and his wife have another passion, writes Peter Dobrin for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The Middletons have quietly spent decades assembling one of the finest private collections of American art in existence. The long-guarded trove is finally stepping into…
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