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Montco Woman Shares Eating Disorder Recovery Story to Dispel Harmful Myths
Montgomery County’s Brooke Buscio has shared her eating disorder recovery story as part of a new Renfrew Center campaign to combat harmful myths, writes Stephanie Stahl for CBS News Philadelphia. “I was admitted to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for treatment, and from there, I was in treatment for about two and a half years,” said…
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Inside Peter Chang’s Expanding Culinary Footprint in King of Prussia
Few Chinese chefs in America command the kind of loyalty and reverence that Peter Chang does, writes Craig LaBan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Peter Chang’s King of Prussia flagship and its sister concept, Mama Chang in Colmar, are finding their footing within the region’s already strong Chinese dining landscape. Chang, a James Beard finalist known…
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Montco’s First Black Chair, Jamila Winder, Visits Penn Wynne Elementary
Jamila Winder, Montgomery County’s first Black chair, recently visited students at Penn Wynne Elementary School for Black History Month, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. “I’m proud to be the first, but it’s so important that in this moment, that kids that look like me see their selves in me,” she said. In the…
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Are Artificial Sweeteners Safe for Kids? What Parents Should Know
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends kids ages two to 18 consume about six teaspoons of sugar per day. According to most sources, kids in America are consuming at least three times that amount. Added sugar — the kind that’s put in sweetened drinks, flavored yogurts, and even healthy low-fat packaged foods to make them taste better…
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DelVal Seeking Entries for A-Day Fair
Delaware Valley University will host its 76th annual A-Day Fair from April 24-26. A-Day is a student-run event and member of the Pennsylvania State Association of County Fairs. All proceeds made from the fair benefit student clubs and organizations. A-Day offers community members a unique opportunity to participate in the fair through a wide range…
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PA Gov. Josh Shapiro Chats with Jay Wright as He Promotes Memoir
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro talked with former Villanova coach Jay Wright Saturday about his love of basketball in an event promoting the governor’s new memoir, Where We Keep the Light. The discussion before an audience of 350 at Villanova University also turned to family and faith, writes Maggie Prosser for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The governor…
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West Fallowfield Lands $1M Grant to Bring Public Water Line to 300-Year-Old Cochranville
West Fallowfield Township has secured a $1 million federal grant, moving the 300-year-old village of Cochranville closer to getting its first public water line, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Bringing public water to the mostly agricultural township in western Chester County has been a decade-long effort, according to Duane Hershey, chairman of the board of supervisors. A…
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Perkasie’s Final Undeveloped Land May Become Home to Recycling Center
After borough leaders and residents pushed back against plans for luxury apartments, the final undeveloped tract of land in Perkasie may instead be developed as a recycling center, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. On Feb. 25, Perkasie Place submitted a sketch plan to the borough planning commission seeking initial feedback on…
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‘Flipping Farms’ Makes Family-Friendly TV Magic in Gilbertsville
At its heart, Flipping Farms isn’t just about transforming rural properties. It’s about the relationship between a father and daughter who genuinely enjoy building businesses together. Led by Jeff Peiffer and Rachel Lynn, the TV series blends ambitious farm renovations with humor, heart, and a refreshing emphasis on family. And the family fun all takes…
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Main Line Health Appoints New Leader for Lankenau Medical Center
Wynnewood’s Lankenau Medical Center has a new leader, according to John George for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Anna Michelle Brandt has been appointed president of the 370-bed hospital, effective March 1. Brandt joins Main Line Health following a nationwide search. She most recently served as chief operating officer at University Hospital in Newark, where she…
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Interest in Neuroscience Booms at Bryn Mawr, Reflecting National Trend
Interest in neuroscience is growing nationwide and locally, with Bryn Mawr College seeing neuroscience majors nearly double since the program launched in 2021, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Bryn Mawr introduced neuroscience as a joint major with Haverford College, after both institutions offering a minor in it since 2013. Since the start of…
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King of Prussia’s David’s Bridal Reinvents Itself With AI and Streaming Series
Three years after filing for bankruptcy, King of Prussia-based David’s Bridal is reinventing itself with AI-fueled personalization and a new docuseries, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. David’s Bridal CEO Kelly Cook is leading its new AI initiative that personalizes the wedding planning experience. “We’ve done an AI analyzer on your Pinterest boards,” she…
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Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin Says ‘We’re Just Getting Started’
Lafayette Hill native Michael Rubin says the future of sports fandom runs through Fanatics, writes Erich Richter for The New York Post. The CEO recently detailed how his company has grown into a dominant force in jerseys, trading cards, and sports betting, with even bigger ambitions ahead. Fanatics now holds jersey deals across the NFL,…
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‘This School Has a Heartbeat’: Princeton-Bound Senior Reflects on His Life-Changing Education at Church Farm
Church Farm School senior Cesar Ramirez is heading to Princeton University on a full scholarship next fall — the fulfillment of a dream for a young man whose main goal since he arrived at CFS as a 10th-grader was to set his family up for success. “I chose CFS to pursue the higher education my…
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Stronger Together: The Arc of Chester County Celebrates National Disabilities Awareness Month 2026
This March, The Arc of Chester County invites the community to come together in recognition of National Disabilities Awareness Month — a time dedicated to promoting inclusion, expanding opportunities, and celebrating the contributions of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Throughout the month, The Arc will host a variety of events and partnerships designed to…
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King of Prussia District Releases Its 2026 Community Engagement Action Plan
As King of Prussia continues to grow and evolve, so must the way we engage with our community. King of Prussia District is focused on strengthening how we connect with the people who live, work, shop, and do business here. The 2026 Community Engagement Action Plan outlines the strategies and priorities that will guide our efforts to…
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PA’s Anniversary License Plates Confuse Toll Readers, Sending Out Wrong Bills
Pennsylvania’s new license plates honoring America’s 250th birthday include a small design detail that confuses automated plate readers, resulting in drivers receiving incorrect toll bills, writes Maggie Kent for 6abc. According to the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, certain automated plate-reading systems are having difficulty telling the redesigned zero apart from the number eight. “This is an…
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Budget-Tightening at Wallingford-Swarthmore Schools Cuts 20 Positions
The Wallingford-Swarthmore school board unanimously OK’d a plan Feb. 24 to cut 20 positions as it addresses unsustainable spending, writes Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The reorganization plan takes effect July 1 and saves about $2 million, said Superintendent Russell Johnston. Five administrative positions will be eliminated, along with instructional assistant positions at the…
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