Commerce
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Governor Josh Shapiro Reaffirms His View That America Is Ready for a Jewish President
Governor Josh Shapiro has reaffirmed in a recent interview that he believes America is ready for a Jewish president, a view he first shared a year ago, writes Alfred Lubrano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The New York Times article cited a statement the Abington native made to the paper last year, when he was asked…
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Toll Brothers’ Strategy for Closed Golf Courses is Paying Off
Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers is paying $21.65 million to finally turn a shuttered Florida golf course into a new neighborhood, Brian Bandell for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The luxury homebuilder acquired the former Cypress Creek Golf Course west of Boynton Beach, a 122.5-acre property that has sat closed since 2018. Toll Brothers filed plans in…
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Asplundh Horsham Headquarters Marks New Chapter for Family-Owned Giant
Asplundh Tree Expert has officially opened its new international headquarters in Horsham Township, writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. This marks the latest chapter for one of Montco’s most prominent private companies. The family-owned company recently celebrated the opening of its new 120,000-square-foot facility at 680 Blair Mill Road with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. From Willow…
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Bryn Mawr’s Lancaster Avenue Corridor Sees Rare Portfolio Sale Listing
A rare opportunity has surfaced for investors eyeing one of the Main Line’s tightest commercial corridors, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. A collection of mixed-use buildings along Bryn Mawr’s Lancaster Avenue has officially hit the market. Brokers say the scarcity alone could drive serious interest. The Properties Philadelphia-based Rubin Management is marketing…
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‘Trained and Willing to Act’: IBX’s Matthew Lynch Recognized for Lifesaving CPR Response
When a driver became unresponsive in traffic last year, Matthew Lynch, Issues Resolution Manager at Independence Blue Cross, didn’t hesitate. He quickly began CPR, a skill he learned just months earlier, and saved the person’s life. “Bystander CPR can double or triple survival rates,” Lynch said. “You don’t need to be certified; you just need to…
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Red, White, and Drive-Thru: Celebrate America’s 250th at Freedom Village at Brandywine
Take a Semiquincentennial Red, White, and Drive-Thru tour of the Freedom Village at Brandywine campus located in historic Brandywine Valley. On Tuesday, June 30, from 12 to 2 PM, Freedom Village invites you to experience a snapshot of this luxury senior living community set in a region that has been part of the American story…
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Montgomery County’s Careers of Tomorrow Initiative Wins National EDO Award
A workforce development initiative that has connected thousands of Montgomery County students with local employers has earned national recognition, and the program’s organizers are already building on that momentum heading into 2026. The Montgomery County Commerce Department’s Careers of Tomorrow initiative has been named a Large EDO Award winner by Business Facilities magazine, featured in…
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MCCC Graduate Turns Classroom Success into National Business Competition Achievement
For Sloane Harker, Montgomery County Community College was never supposed to be more than a temporary stop. Instead, it became the place where she discovered her passion, developed leadership skills, found a future career path, and earned the opportunity to compete against some of the nation’s top business students. The 25-year-old Harleysville resident recently graduated…
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GMercyU Leader Earns One of Occupational Therapy’s Most Prestigious Honors
For more than two decades, Dr. Thomas Mernar has dedicated his career to helping people regain independence and find meaning in their daily lives. Now, that commitment has earned him one of occupational therapy’s most prestigious honors. Mernar, the founding director of Gwynedd Mercy University’s Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy programs, has been named to…
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One Year Later, Audubon Customers See Safer, More Reliable Water
One year after acquiring the Audubon water system, Pennsylvania American Water has completed major infrastructure and water quality improvements that are delivering safer, more reliable drinking water to approximately 10,000 residents in Montgomery County. Through a $21.5 million investment, the company has addressed long-standing system deficiencies, achieved compliance with current PFAS drinking water standards, and…
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Montco Watch Party Brings Five Days of Soccer, Food, and Family Fun to King of Prussia
Soccer fans, mark your calendars. This summer, Montgomery County is bringing the excitement of international soccer to one of the region’s most popular destinations with five days of free match watch parties, food trucks, family activities, and fan experiences at King of Prussia Mall. Hosted by the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board in partnership…
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Historic Trumbauer-Designed Mansion Near Rittenhouse Square Hits the Auction Block
A rare slice of Gilded Age Philadelphia is about to change hands, and possibly its purpose entirely. The Edward C. Knight Mansion, tucked just off Rittenhouse Square at 1629 Locust St., is heading to auction this month, Ryan Mulligan writes for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Designed by Horace Trumbauer — the architect behind some of…
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The Station at Hatboro Secures $20 Million in Permanent Financing
A 102-unit apartment community in Hatboro called The Station at Hatboro has landed $20 million in permanent financing, writes ROI-NJ. This is the latest sign of the borough’s growing apartment boom along its York Road corridor. $20 Million Deal Closes for Newest Hatboro Project G.S. Wilcox & Co., a Morristown-based commercial real estate investment banking…
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Philly’s World Cup Moment Sparks Statewide Tourism Surge in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is riding the wave of the 2026 FIFA World Cup straight into a global tourism push, writes Isaac Avilucea for Axios Philadelphia. The state has poured more than $50 million into tourism promotion tied to the summer’s marquee events, funding everything from influencer partnerships to FIFA fan zones to a targeted $1.2 million ad…
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Balancing Books and Competition, 21 Manor Student-Athletes Earn Dean’s List Honors
Success in college athletics requires dedication, discipline, and perseverance. At Manor College, student-athletes are proving that those same qualities extend far beyond competition. Twenty-one Manor College student-athletes earned Dean’s List recognition for the Spring 2026 semester, demonstrating their commitment to academic achievement while balancing the demands of collegiate athletics. To qualify for the Dean’s List,…
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New Hope Riverfront Home With Glass Facade Listed for Nearly $10 Million
Where a 1930s cottage once stood on the banks of the Delaware River, a glass architectural statement has taken its place. Now, it’s on the market for just under $10 million, writes Ben Shapiro for Bucks County Courier Times. The property at 2710 River Road sits on eight acres in New Hope with sweeping views…
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McGillin’s: New Documentary Tells the Story of Philly’s Oldest Bar
Philadelphia’s oldest operating tavern just became the star of its own streaming documentary, and the result is less a film about a bar than a film about the city itself. McGillin’s: Philadelphia’s Oldest Bar, a 42-minute documentary from South Philadelphia filmmaker Eric Carosella, debuted on WHYY and is now streaming on PBS Passport, writes Mike…
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The AI Buildout Came to Montgomery County. Now Residents Fear It’s Too Late to Stop It.
The battle over data centers in Montgomery County has entered a critical new phase, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. Eight projects backed by developer Brian O’Neill and his King of Prussia firm MLP Ventures are now formally on the table, targeting sites near Renaissance Park, Swedeland Road, Horizon Drive, and River Road. Together, they represent…
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