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Magerk’s Pub & Grill Expands to West Chester in Former Iron Hill Space
West Chester’s former Iron Hill Brewery is set to become a Magerk’s Pub & Grill, according to building ownership and restaurant executives, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Building landlord John Barry recently confirmed the news, sharing that the Magerk’s team had signed the lease to become the 10,000-square-foot space’s newest tenants. The update…
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Brad Ingelsby Talks ‘Task,’ ‘Mare of Easttown,’ and Possible Crossover
In a recent interview, critically acclaimed filmmaker Brad Ingelsby spoke about the future of the Delco-centered hit shows Task and Mare of Easttown, writes Kevin P. Sullivan for Gold Derby. Competing with Sunday night football and lacking the murder mystery that Mare brought to the table, it took some time for Task to find its footing when it first released. While its debut had lower ratings…
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Carversville Inn Named a Must-Visit Boutique Hotel by Travel + Leisure
A 212-year-old building in one of Bucks County’s smallest villages has landed on the national radar, earning a featured review by Regan Stephens in Travel + Leisure after a years-long transformation into a boutique hotel and restaurant. The Carversville Inn, located in the heart of the tiny village of Carversville, not far from New Hope,…
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You’re Making More Progress Than You Think. Here’s How to See It
A few weeks ago, I had one of those days that looked productive on the surface but didn’t feel like it. The calendar was full. Emails were answered. A few meetings checked off. By the end of the day, I had technically “done a lot.” But if I’m being honest, I couldn’t point to anything…
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The Gravity of Love: Reflecting on What Drives Our Decisions
Have you ever stopped to consider how the things and people that you love influence the decisions you make? Speaker and writer Myles Munroe once shared a profound insight, saying, “Our life is the sum total of all the decisions we make every day, and those decisions are determined by our priorities.” But there’s a…
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Philly’s ‘Skinny Joey’ Merlino Opening Cheesesteak Shop in Boothwyn
Just a year after opening his South Philadelphia cheesesteak shop, “Skinny Joey” Merlino is launching new locations at the Jersey Shore and Delaware County, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to his partner, Joe “Lil’ Snuff” Perri, the new Wildwood boardwalk location will be opening shortly after Memorial Day. Perri discussed that the boardwalk location will…
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Lindsey Scannapieco Successfully Transformed the Bok Building, She’s Now Eyeing Broad Street
Within two years of acquiring the Bok Building in 2015, developer Lindsey Scannapieco had a moment when she overheard a group of people raving about her work transforming the shuttered high school. The former South Philadelphia high school is now a collaborative workspace for several local artists, makers, small businesses, and nonprofits with a rooftop…
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Dave & Buster’s Set to Open Massive New Location in King of Prussia
A major entertainment destination is about to open its doors in Montgomery County. Dave & Buster’s announced in a press release that it will officially debut its new King of Prussia location on May 25. The new location will bring a mix of arcade gaming, dining, and sports viewing to one of the region’s busiest…
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Best Chicken Wings in Montgomery County, According to Locals
Montgomery County locals take their wings seriously. Ask where to get good winds near Blue Bell, and you will get strong opinions fast. A recent Reddit thread did exactly that. One simple question. Where are the best wings in and around Blue Bell, give or take a twenty-minute drive in any direction? Dozens of locals…
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How Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers Is Thriving in a Tough Housing Market
Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers found the sweet spot in a tough housing market, writes Ryan Mulligan for The Philadelphia Business Journal. As new home sales slow nationally, major homebuilders are pivoting toward active adult communities. Toll Brothers is leading the charge through its Regency brand. Regency communities are built around lifestyle. Clubhouses, pickleball courts, fitness…
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VIDEO Series: CCRES Provides Dedicated Paraprofessionals to Help Their Student Thrive!
For some families, the transition into school comes with challenges far beyond the classroom. After undergoing intensive treatment for leukemia, one young student faced not only the start of kindergarten but also the difficult shift from constant care at home to independence at school. For his family, that transition brought understandable uncertainty. The presence of…
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Malvern Gene Company to Raise $115M from Convertible Notes While Dealing with Stock Decline
Malvern-based Ocugen saw its stock fall almost 20 percent after an announcement to use convertible notes to pay down existing debt and fund ongoing drug development, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The gene therapy company plans to raise $115 million through these notes, which is debt that be turned into stock. The…
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Sellersville Native Wins Pulitzer Prize Special Citation for Epstein Reporting
Sellersville native Julie K. Brown received a Pulitzer Prize special citation this week for her reporting on the Jeffrey Epstein case, writes Jason Nark for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Brown grew up in Chalfont and Sellersville, where her early life shaped the persistence that would define her career. She watched her mother raise three children alone…
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Philly Could See Hundreds of New Public EV Chargers, Ports Throughout City Over Next Several Years
Philadelphia has selected two companies to help install new electric vehicle chargers throughout the city over the next several years, writes Meir Rinde for Billy Penn at WHYY. If approved by Philadelphia City Council, local electric vehicle owners could see more than 900 chargers and ports installed throughout the city over the next decade. The…
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Bradley Cooper Opens Up About the Friend Who Helped Him Get Sober
Jenkintown’s Bradley Cooper recently opened up about a friendship that helped shape a turning point in his life, writes Tommy McArdle for People Magazine. In a recent interview tied to his new film Is This Thing On?, Cooper credited longtime friend Will Arnett with playing a pivotal role in his decision to get sober in…
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ESPN: Strokes of Genius: Abington Olympic Gold-Medalist Rower and Her mRNA- Expert Mom Race to the Top of Their Careers
For Susan Francia, a two-time Olympic gold medalist in rowing and daughter of newly-famous Abington scientist Dr. Katalin Kariko, hard work was always a part of life, she wrote for ESPN. She was taught by her mother that if she embraced hard work, it would bring her rewards in life. This philosophy turned true for…
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Accupac Shutting Down New Jersey Plant as Operations Shift to Montgomery County
Accupac is consolidating its operations in Pennsylvania as the Harleysville manufacturer prepares to close a New Jersey production facility, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to a filing submitted to New Jersey labor officials, the company plans to shut down its manufacturing plant in Lakewood, New Jersey, with layoffs beginning in August…
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Three New Restaurants Are Opening in Montgomery County This May — Here’s What to Know
Montgomery County’s restaurant scene is heating up this May, and there’s something for just about every appetite, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Fort Washington is getting a white-tablecloth moment. Chef Jeffrey Power, formerly of Ambler’s recently closed Dettera, is opening Academy Grill on South Bethlehem Pike. The Italian-inspired concept will feature seafood, steaks,…
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