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How Much Do You Really Know about Billionaire Jeff Yass and His Relationship to TikTok?
As Washington continues to wage war against TikTok, Jeff Yass, a Bala Cynwyd billionaire and cofounder of Susquehanna International Group, stands to lose a lot of money, writes Kalhan Rosenblatt for NBC News. Yass’ firm has a 15% share in TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, which is based in China, and he personally has about $21…
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King of Prussia Woman Discovers Her Cat Trapped Behind Apartment’s Drywall
A King of Prussia woman who goes by Jay on TikTok filmed her rescue of her cat after it got trapped by maintenance workers in the plastered wall of her apartment and the video went viral, writes Ben Cost for the New York Post. The cat-astrophic experience hit 3.5 million views on TikTok. Jay first…
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Chipotle Mexican Grill Opens Two New Montgomery County Locations
National chain Chipotle Mexican Grill is growing its Philadelphia region footprint with two new Montgomery County restaurants, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. The one location at 70 Buckwalter Road in Royersford opened this week and another one at 200 Shoemaker Road in Pottstown is slated to open later this month. Chipotle also launched…
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Horsham’s Bimbo Bakeries Launches Microgrid Systems to Reduce Carbon Footprint
Bimbo Bakeries USA, based in Horsham, has installed an on-site solar microgrid system at six California baking facilities to save the company about 1,700 tons of carbon dioxide emissions per year, writes Jeff Gelski for Food Business News. The systems, developed as part of an Energy Services Agreement with GreenStruxure based in Massachusetts, provide almost…
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Jenkintown’s Hiway Theater’s Three-Day Sci Phi Fest is Back This Month
Science Fiction lovers won’t want to miss Hiway Theater’s Sci Phi Fest March 22-24, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch via MSN. Friday night starts with a double feature of cult classics “Mars Attacks” and “Killer Clowns,” at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m., respectively. Then more alien fun is available on Saturday with five feature films,…
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Wynnefield’s George E. Allen Sr. Remembered for His Love of Music and Education
George E. Allen Sr., 87, a pioneering music teacher, musician, and author, passed away on Sunday, March 13 at this home in Wynnefield, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Dr. Allen played the piano, clarinet and saxophone, and directed the Community College of Philadelphia Jazz Band for years. His original work has been performed…
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Owner of King of Prussia Mall Transforms America’s Oldest Mall into Mall of the Future
While the fate of malls in the U.S. remains uncertain, there are still certain malls like the King of Prussia Mall that are not only thriving but continuing to grow. Simon Property Group, the owner of the King of Prussia Mall, is hoping to have similar success with The Southdale Center in suburban Minneapolis, writes…
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A Two-Story Netflix House with Themed Experiences Could Be Coming to King of Prussia Mall
The empty Lord & Taylor space in the King of Prussia Mall may soon have a new occupant: Netflix House, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. The concept is to offer customers an immersive experience of their favorite Netflix shows which will include merchandise, food, and activities. Netflix has created some pop-up experiences such…
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Citizens Bank Is Closing More Branches, Including One in Bala Cynwyd
As part of its plan to trim down the number of its branches in the region, Citizens Bank has announced the closure of its Bala Cynwyd branch inside the Acme at 121 E. City Avenue, writes Jeff Blumenthal for Philadelphia Business Journal. The branch inside the Acme at 6800 New Falls Road in Levittown has…
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Madrigal Pharmaceuticals First to Receive FDA Clearance for a NASH Treatment
Madrigal Pharmaceuticals has been given Food and Drug Administration market clearance for its experimental treatment for NASH, a fatty liver disease that causes inflammation of the liver, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. The oral drug will be marketed under the brand name Rezdiffra. This is the first drug approved to treat NASH. The…
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‘Cabrini’ Cast Members, Production Crew Turn Out for Movie’s King of Prussia Premiere
Cabrini cast members and production crew, including Christiana Dell ‘Anna, the actress who plays Cabrini, turned out for the movie’s King of Prussia premiere, writes Maggie Corcoran for the Mainline Media News. Cabrini is a celebration of courage, strength, and conviction. It tells the story of Francesca Cabrini, an Italian immigrant who arrived in the…
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Ambler Couple Turns to Philadelphia Table Co. For Help Furnishing Unusually Shaped Room
When Theresa and Joe Dowd decided to renovate their Ambler home two years ago, finding a dining table that fit into their unusually shaped room proved to be a challenge, writes Terri Akman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Theresa Dowd had her heart set on a white oak farmhouse-style table that would serve as the home’s…
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Keystone Development and Investment Discusses Challenges of Office Conversions
With the high rate of office vacancies in cities across the country, elected officials and economic developers have been trying to encourage converting these spaces into much-needed housing, writes Ashley Fahey for The Business Journals. Federal incentives are available through programs from the Department of Transportation, the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the…
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Cheltenham Township Proposes Hybrid Version of Earlier Proposals to Address Aging Facilities
Cheltenham residents have been sharply divided on the best way to address aging infrastructure in the township including libraries, pools, and community centers, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. When Cheltenham township presented its initial ideas, three of the proposals called for the consolidation of community services on two campuses. The plans drew a strong reaction…
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Here’s Your Go-to Guide for the Most Decadent Pies Around Montgomery County
If you are attending any parties this spring, a delicious pie is always a great treat to bring with you, writes Kae Lani Palmisano and Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Here are some of the best places to go for pie in and around Montgomery County. Pie and Plate Café at 43 N. Main…
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First Bank House of the Week: Attractive Colonial in Lower Gwynedd
An attractive stone-front colonial home on 0.98 lovely acres with five bedrooms and five full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Lower Gwynedd. This gorgeous residence with magnetic curb appeal has been masterfully transformed into a sophisticated, inviting haven by its current owners. The home impresses right away with an entrance featuring…
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The Fun Bar Is Being Raised in Ardmore with Revival of Twenty-One Pips
The revival of Twenty-One Pips is bringing an elevated gaming and dining experience to Ardmore, writes Ernest Owens for Eater via MSN. The popular restaurant that offered board game lovers a place to dine and play together has gone through a revamp to raise the fun bar even higher. Now diners and gamers can enjoy…
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Montco Native Appointed Executive Director of The Pennsylvania Society
Heather Greenleaf, a Montgomery County native, is the new executive director of The Pennsylvania Society, according to City & State Pennsylvania. She replaced Julien Scranton at the beginning of March. Greenleaf previously was a project manager for Imagine Exhibitions before accepting her new role. She is also an author and spent time as a private…
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