• At Cozy Quarters Décor & More in Oaks, Succulent Bar Is the Main Draw

    At Cozy Quarters Décor & More in Oaks, Succulent Bar Is the Main Draw

    Cozy Quarters Décor & More in Oaks is planning to bring an array of its succulents to this year’s Philly Home + Garden Show, reports Timothy Walton for 6abc. Owner Jamie Trego opened the shop in December of 2021 with the help of her fiancé. The goal was to “show my passion to everyone else…

  • Shop Local and Support These Black-Owned Businesses in Montgomery County

    Shop Local and Support These Black-Owned Businesses in Montgomery County

    This Black History Month and every day, you should check these great Black-owned businesses in Montgomery County, writes Tori Bissonette and Kylee Steigelman for Main Line Today. AroDough was founded by a Villanova University graduate. The adult playdough is made with natural ingredients and is an easy way to practice some self-care. The Black Reserve…

  • King of Prussia Mall Owner Reduces Stake in Authentic Brand Groups

    King of Prussia Mall Owner Reduces Stake in Authentic Brand Groups

    Simon Property Group, the owner of the King of Prussia Mall and the Philadelphia Premium Outlets in Limerick has sold off some of its shares of Authentic Brands Group, writes James Alexander for News Leaflets. Simon cut its stake in the company to just under 10 percent, according to CEO David Simon. Authentic Brands manages…

  • The Latest Thing From Wawa? Prefabricated Drive-Thru Stores

    The Latest Thing From Wawa? Prefabricated Drive-Thru Stores

    Are you ready for a Wawa prefabricated drive-thru store? The Delaware County convenience store giant is planning four locations, writes Erica Scalise for The U.S. Sun. Though its first standalone drive-thru store opened more than two years ago in Bucks County, these prefabricated stores can be built and set up quickly, helping Wawa as it…

  • After More Than 100 Years, Deck’s Hardware in Ambler Closes Its Doors for Good

    After More Than 100 Years, Deck’s Hardware in Ambler Closes Its Doors for Good

    Deck’s Hardware in Ambler, a mainstay of Ambler’s Main Street for over 100 years, has closed up shop for good, writes Ryan Genova for Around Ambler. The family-owned hardware store was founded by Garnett M. Deck in 1908 and was most recently owned by Tyler and Tim Deck. Tyler passed away in April. The store,…

  • New Lotus Eletre Model Offers Formidable Horsepower Blended with Ultramodern Technology

    New Lotus Eletre Model Offers Formidable Horsepower Blended with Ultramodern Technology

    The 2024 Lotus Eletre R, the high-performance variant of Lotus’s all-electric SUV, offers perfect blend of formidable horsepower and ultramodern technology while also rivaling Tesla’s efficiency and sophistication, writes Dan Neil for The Wall Street Journal. The vehicle, which is assembled in Wuhan, China, is the first all-electric Lotus of the company’s post-petroleum era. Do…

  • Zen Leaf Dispensary Opens a New, Larger Abington Facility

    Zen Leaf Dispensary Opens a New, Larger Abington Facility

    Zen Leaf Dispensary has launched a new, larger facility in Abington, writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. The new facility at 1752 Old York Road had its grand opening last week. The new location has “an expansive sales floor with more point-of-sale stations, increased parking, artist-inspired murals and interior design features, and large ordering kiosks,”…

  • Here’s Why You Love Wawa Over Other Convenience Stores

    Here’s Why You Love Wawa Over Other Convenience Stores

    On its road to being the nation’s 25th largest private company, Wawa has positioned itself separately from other convenience store chains, and it’s why you love Wawa, writes Katie Le for EnvZone. The Wawa concept began with George Wood, a dairy farmer, who set up three stores in the 1960s to sell Wawa milk and…

  • Philadelphia Jeweler Steven Singer Makes $1 Million Engagement Ring Offer to Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce

    Philadelphia Jeweler Steven Singer Makes $1 Million Engagement Ring Offer to Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce

    Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce started dating in August 2023, and the high-profile relationship has left many people talking. While engagement and marriage has not been publicly discussed by either party, it hasn’t stopped others from doing so, including Philadelphia jeweler Steven Singer, writes Jessica Yakubovsky for PHL 17. Steven Singer has already made an…

  • Goodwill Keystone Area Is Expanding into Pottstown This Spring to Help More Families

    Goodwill Keystone Area Is Expanding into Pottstown This Spring to Help More Families

    Goodwill Keystone Area is opening a store in Pottstown this spring, writes Donna Rovins for The Mercury. To help build up inventory for and bring attention to the opening of the new location, Goodwill Keystone Area held a donation drive on January 20. Mark McGaffin, director of communications and marketing for Goodwill Keystone Area, said…

  • French Toast Bites Creator, Entrepreneur Charisse McGill Remembered

    French Toast Bites Creator, Entrepreneur Charisse McGill Remembered

    Charisse McGill, French Toast Bites creator, entrepreneur, and champion of farmers’ markets, passed away last week at the age of 42, writes Dan Sokil for Main Line Media News. McGill first made a name for herself as the manager of the Lansdale Farmers’ Market from 2013 through 2018. While there she launched her Lokal Artisan…

  • Conshohocken-based IKEA Plans to Open Four New ‘Plan & Order’ Points in 2024

    Conshohocken-based IKEA Plans to Open Four New ‘Plan & Order’ Points in 2024

    IKEA, the Swedish furniture giant with U.S. headquarters in Conshohocken, is planning to open four new Plan & Order points with pickup in 2024, writes Thomas Lester for Furniture Today. The company announced the planned locations following the release of its 2023 Annual Summary, which highlights the strides IKEA made in affordability, sustainable practices, automation,…

  • IKEA Sticking to Planned Price Cuts Despite Shipping Disruptions

    IKEA Sticking to Planned Price Cuts Despite Shipping Disruptions

    IKEA says that there will still be price cuts, despite shipping disruptions in the Red Sea increasing costs, writes Divya Chowdhury for Reuters. The budget furniture retailer said that it has enough sufficient stocks to continue as planned. “Our commitment is to make sure that we prioritize investing in lower prices for our customers,” Jesper…

  • Brickworks in Willow Grove Park Mall Is Like Taking a Step Back into Your Childhood

    Brickworks in Willow Grove Park Mall Is Like Taking a Step Back into Your Childhood

    Fox 29’s Bob Kelly recently visited Brickworks in Willow Grove Park Mall and it is a LEGO lover’s dream. When you step into the store, your eyes can’t help but be drawn to the built Star Wars sets lining the shelves. Many of them date back 20 years and will bring back fun memories of…

  • Wegmans Is Coming to Lower Makefield in the Spring, Get a Preview Here

    Wegmans Is Coming to Lower Makefield in the Spring, Get a Preview Here

    Not far from Montgomery County, there will soon be another Wegmans store for all your food shopping needs, writes Michele Haddon for Bucks County Courier Times. A new store being built in Lower Makefield is on track for its March opening. When it’s ready for customers, it will be able to offer 15 self-checkout lanes…

  • Finding Your Dream Dress Easier with David’s Bridal’s Proprietary Fit Technology

    Finding Your Dream Dress Easier with David’s Bridal’s Proprietary Fit Technology

    David’s Bridal, headquartered in Conshohocken, is now offering its proprietary fit technology in more fabrics including sculpting satin and power mesh, making it easier for you to find your dream dress. The technology has been modeled on over 10,000 women’s bodies so every woman can find the perfect fit. The fabric release is a part…

  • Brides Can Save Big at Pop-up Bridal Sale in Plymouth Meeting This Weekend

    Brides Can Save Big at Pop-up Bridal Sale in Plymouth Meeting This Weekend

    Kimberly James Bridal and La Bella Mode are offering brides significant discounts at a pop-up bridal sale at the Plymouth Meeting Mall this weekend, according to Fox 29. Held inside the Sola Creative Sharing Space in the mall, the special event will run from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. No…

  • Jenkintown’s Capricorn Bookstore Celebrates 1st Anniversary with Big Celebration

    Jenkintown’s Capricorn Bookstore Celebrates 1st Anniversary with Big Celebration

    On Saturday, January 20, Capricorn Bookstore will be celebrating its first anniversary from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. Jackie Botto, the owner, said that the celebration will include refreshments, make-and-take crafts for the kids, 20% off logo merchandise, and raffle prizes. Visitors to the store can also enjoy the…