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Gladwyne’s David Adelman Expands Campus Apartments with $400M Fund Push
Real Estate firm, Campus Apartments, is gearing up for its next major growth phase, writes Emma Dooling for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The firm led by Gladwyne’s David Adelman is seeking to raise up to $400 million through a new private equity fund to fuel development projects across the country. The company plans to use…
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Raff’s Brings Mob-Movie Swagger and Familiar Italian Fare to Ardmore
With its white tablecloths, black leather seats, and a rogues gallery of The Godfather and The Sopranos photos displayed on the walls, Raff’s Fine Italian Cuisine in Ardmore serves familiar Italian fare in a cinematic atmosphere that could be straight out of a mob movie, writes Caroline O’Halloran for the Savvy Main Line. Featuring high…
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MCCC Theatre Arts and West End Student Theatre Present ‘The Library at the End of the World’ April 23-26
Making its world premiere on stage at Montgomery County Community College’s Pottstown Campus, MCCC Theatre Arts and West End Student Theatre will present The Library at the End of the World. The Montco Cultural Center will host performances Thursday, April 23, through Sunday, April 26, in the Pottstown Theatre (North Hall 228, Pottstown Campus, 16 E. High…
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WCU’s Pistachio Quick Bread Contest Brings Campus Together One Bite at a Time
The College of Health Sciences at West Chester University recently hosted its third annual Food and Sensory Evaluation Competition through the Department of Nutrition, led by Associate Professor Dr. Amir Golmohamadi. Four teams from across campus created original quick bread recipes centered on a single, distinctive ingredient: pistachio. Each team included students, faculty, and staff…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Employees Celebrate Earth Day with Tree Planting at Hildacy Preserve
Aqua Pennsylvania partnered with Natural Lands for an important floodplain restoration project along Crum Creek at Hildacy Preserve in Media, Delaware County. The event was part of Essential Earth Day, a month-long celebration of volunteer events, donations, and employee education opportunities in line with the company’s mission of protecting and providing Earth’s most essential resources…
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138-Year-Old Ryerss Farm in Chesco Offers Safe Haven for Retiree Horses
For 138 years, Ryerss Farm has provided a peaceful retirement home for aging horses, first in Philadelphia, and since 1987 on 388 acres of Chester County pasture, writes Art Petrosemolo for Lancaster Farming. The farm stands as a living legacy of Ann Wain-Ryerss, a Philadelphia native, humanitarian, and early advocate for horse welfare before organizations like the American Society for…
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Crozer-Chester to Get Primary Practice in 9 Months; Long-Term Plans Outlined
The new owners of the Crozer-Chester Medical Center talked with residents April 14 at a standing-room-only meeting at Widener University about the future of the campus. That future, phased in over three years, includes a smaller campus better tuned to modern healthcare practices, with an expansion of outpatient services and behavioral healthcare facilities, writes Kathleen…
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Iron Hill Brewery Location in Center City Set for April 19 Reopening
Iron Hill Brewery is getting back on its feet just seven months after filing for bankruptcy and abruptly closing all its locations, as its first reopening is just days away, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The location on Market Street in Center City is set to reopen at noon on Sunday, April 19.…
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Kibitz Room Closes in King of Prussia After Just One Year
A short-lived restaurant venture in King of Prussia has officially come to an end, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Kibitz Room, a full-service Jewish deli and restaurant that opened last year, has been evicted from its Route 202 location. The closure comes less than a year after the restaurant launched with an…
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Smoking in Pennsylvania Comes with High Cost
Smoking takes a toll on Pennsylvanians’ wallets, with a new report revealing that the habit costs the average smoker thousands each year, writes Ashley Adams for The Keystone. Financial planning website WalletHub has found that a smoker in the state spends around $4,022 per year on smoking, which comes out to $193,070 over their lifetime.…
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Two Cofounders From Montgomery County Rank Among World’s Wealthiest
Two Montgomery County businessmen have landed on the Forbes 2026 World’s Billionaires List with a combined fortune of around $84 billion, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Bala Cynwyd-based Susquehanna International Group co-founder and CEO Jeffrey Yass ranks as the 28th richest person globally and the wealthiest in the Philadelphia region. A regular…
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King of Prussia Mall Welcomes Wave of New Retailers
The Montgomery County retail powerhouse continues to grow, writes Daniel Urie for Penn Live. The King of Prussia Mall has welcomed several new retailers in recent months, with more openings planned throughout the year. Among the newest additions is Rivian, which opened a showroom on the plaza’s lower level near Eataly in February. Apparel brands…
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First Bank House of the Week: Inside a Historic $2.995M Stone Manor in Springfield Township
This sprawling stone manor in Flourtown blends historic charm with modern luxury. Check out the full listing of this $2,995,000 home on Realtor.com. Situated on East Mill Road in Springfield Township, the property offers a rare look at one of Montgomery County’s classic estate-style homes reimagined for today’s buyer. . . The residence was originally…
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Lower Merion Families Seek Opt-Out Option for School Devices
Lower Merion parents are pushing back in the debate over technology and screentime in the classroom, writes Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. More than 200 parents have signed a petition urging district leaders to allow alternatives, citing concerns about distractions and what they see as a decline in hands-on learning. Some parents say their…
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PECO Withdraws Proposed Rate Increases Amidst Affordability Concerns in Southeastern Pennsylvania
PECO has withdrawn its proposed electric and natural gas rate increases, stepping back from a plan that would have raised bills for customers across southeastern Pennsylvania as economic pressures weigh on households and businesses. The decision, announced Thursday, halts a rate review process that would have increased residential electric bills by about $20 per month…
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Glenside Record Shop to Sell Legendary DJ Pierre Robert’s Collection
A Glenside record shop is giving music fans a unique way to celebrate a Philadelphia radio legend, writes Dan DeLuca for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Vinyl Chickie will host a special sale featuring the personal record collection of longtime WMMR DJ Pierre Robert. The collection includes hundreds of vinyl records and CDs and will be sold…
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MONTCO Careers: Freedom Village at Brandywine
Find your Freedom Village career at Freedom Village at Brandywine, a Life Plan Community in West Brandywine, that has served seniors for more than 25 years. Freedom Village provides active senior living with resort-inspired services, amenities, social activities, chef-prepared cuisine, and on-site care that includes personal care, skilled nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation services. Be…
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Montgomery County Community College Earns 2026-27 Military Friendly Schools Designation
Montgomery County Community College has earned the 2026-2027 Military Friendly Schools Designation, recognized as a 2026-2027 Top 10 Military Friendly School. Institutions earning the Military Friendly Schools designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. Over 3,200 companies participated in the Military Friendly survey. Methodology, criteria, and weightings were determined…
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