• Di Bruno Bros. Planning to Close Ardmore Gourmet Market

    Di Bruno Bros. Planning to Close Ardmore Gourmet Market

    Di Bruno Bros. is expected to close three of its five gourmet markets in the coming weeks, including the location at the Ardmore Farmer’s Market, write Denali Sagner and Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. While Wakefern Food Corp. spokesperson Maureen Gillespie, whose company acquired Di Bruno’s brand in 2024, said closing dates were not…

  • Ardmore’s Tired Hands Rebrands Original Brewpub with New Name & Cocktails

    Ardmore’s Tired Hands Rebrands Original Brewpub with New Name & Cocktails

    Big changes are brewing in Ardmore’s Tired Hands, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The brewing company has reimagined its original BrewCafé, now operating as Ardmore Brewing Co. The new name comes with a refreshed interior, an expanded food and cocktail menu, and a streamlined beer list. Founder Jean Broillet IV says the…

  • For Dry January, Ardmore’s Wallace Dry Goods Serves Mocktail Versions Of Popular Drinks

    For Dry January, Ardmore’s Wallace Dry Goods Serves Mocktail Versions Of Popular Drinks

    For anyone observing Dry January or aiming to limit alcohol intake, Wallace Dry Goods in Suburban Square provides the perfect experience, writes Tamala Edwards for 6abc. This stylish spot provides an assortment of alcohol-free options, including beer, wine, bubbly drinks, and creative cocktails. Robin Cummiskey, the owner, said that the quality of alcohol-free drinks has…

  • Ardmore’s Newest Apartments Bet Big on Walkability

    Ardmore’s Newest Apartments Bet Big on Walkability

    Ardmore’s newest apartment building is leaning hard into one of the Main Line’s biggest lifestyle perks: walkability and a front-row view of Trader Joe’s, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Developed by Bozzuto in partnership with Kimco Realty, Coulter Place is set to open later this month at 115 Coulter Ave., directly across…

  • For Ardmore-Based Junior League, New President Charts Course Between Tradition and Progress

    For Ardmore-Based Junior League, New President Charts Course Between Tradition and Progress

    Pam Phojanakong, who became the new president of the Junior League of Philadelphia, based in Ardmore, in May, is focusing her efforts on maintaining a balance between tradition and progress during her term, writes Gina Lizzo for the Main Line Today. “The two, at first blush, seem like competing needs,” said Phojanakong. “But, really, if…

  • Main Line Urgent Vet is Filling a Critical Gap for Local Pet Owners

    Main Line Urgent Vet is Filling a Critical Gap for Local Pet Owners

    A new veterinary practice in Ardmore is offering Montco pet owners a much-needed middle ground between routine vet visits and crowded emergency rooms, write Lauren Armstrong and Anne E. Hill for Main Line Today. Main Line Urgent Vet opened this fall with a focus on treating urgent, but not life-threatening, pet needs. Dr. Robin Goyle…

  • Popular Local Burger Chain Sets Sights on the Main Line

    Popular Local Burger Chain Sets Sights on the Main Line

    A fast-growing regional burger chain is setting its sights on the Main Line, with Gouldsburger’s officially headed to Ardmore, writes Emma Dooling for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The locally founded concept is known for its signature burgers cooked in olive oil, and Montco diners won’t have to wait long to try them. Gouldsburger’s will open…

  • What Makes Lancaster Ave the Beating Heart of Ardmore

    What Makes Lancaster Ave the Beating Heart of Ardmore

    Ardmore has long been known for its walkability and its anchor attraction, Suburban Square, writes Laura Swartz for Philadelphia Magazine. A stroll down Lancaster Avenue reveals an equally rich mix of Main Line staples and exciting newcomers. The corridor blends decades-old favorites with fresh energy, making it one of Ardmore’s most engaging stretches for shopping,…

  • Ardmore’s Raab Collection Lists Rare JFK Assassination Recording for $750K

    Ardmore’s Raab Collection Lists Rare JFK Assassination Recording for $750K

    A Montgomery County collectibles firm is at the center of a stunning historical moment, writes Mike Newall for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Ardmore-based Raab Collection has listed an original Air Force One recording from the assassination of President John F. Kennedy for $750,000. The recording offers more than two hours of real-time radio traffic from Nov.…

  • Izzy’s Cocktail Bar in Ardmore Local Hotspot for Bao Buns, Cocktails, and More

    Izzy’s Cocktail Bar in Ardmore Local Hotspot for Bao Buns, Cocktails, and More

    Izzy’s Cocktail Bar in Ardmore is a neighborhood favorite where people stop in for bao buns, cocktails, and an assortment of other dishes and drinks, writes Ed Williams for the Main Line Today. Securing a seat is tricky because the bar only has 24 tables with no reservations. A window table rewards you with a…

  • Ardmore Document Dealer to Sell Letter from Cash-Strapped George Washington

    Ardmore Document Dealer to Sell Letter from Cash-Strapped George Washington

    Nathan Raab, an Ardmore document historian, is selling a 1787 letter. Cris Barrish, WHYY, reported the correspondence’s importance, gained from author George Washington. Washington wrote the two-page letter after Valley Forge (1777–1778) and the end of the Revolutionary War (1872) but before becoming president (1798). Its recipient was Israel Shreve, a New Jersey colonel at…

  • Ardmore’s Raab Collection Selling George Washington’s 1777 Letter

    Ardmore’s Raab Collection Selling George Washington’s 1777 Letter

    The Raab Collection in Ardmore is offering a 1777 letter written by George Washington in Morristown, New Jersey, for $150,000, writes Rob Jennings for Military.com. Despite a recent defeat, the commander of the Continental Army penned an optimistic letter on the possibility of winning the Revolutionary War. Washington wrote that the strong resistance during the…

  • Raab Collection Offers Rare Hamilton-Signed U.S. Proclamation

    Raab Collection Offers Rare Hamilton-Signed U.S. Proclamation

    In a move that might be of interest to both history buffs and Broadway fans, The Raab Collection in Ardmore is offering up a rare copy of George Washington’s neutrality proclamation signed by Alexander Hamilton, writes Tori Latham for the Robb Report. Hamilton helped draft the 1793 Rules of Neutrality, which was owned by one…

  • Ardmore Beverage Distributor Serves Up Products for Alcohol-Free Holiday Drinks

    Ardmore Beverage Distributor Serves Up Products for Alcohol-Free Holiday Drinks

    Wallace Dry Goods in Ardmore is the go-to spot for creative ingredients, mixers and inspiration to craft delicious alcohol-free cocktails perfect for any holiday celebration, reports Morgan Parrish for FOX 29 Philadelphia. “So that’s the thing, a lot of the products that we have can mimic traditional cocktails,” said owner Robin Cummiskey. “So as you’re…

  • Ardmore’s Chums Puts a Whimsical Spin on TikTok’s Favorite Dessert Trends

    Ardmore’s Chums Puts a Whimsical Spin on TikTok’s Favorite Dessert Trends

    A sweet new addition to Ardmore’s dining scene is turning viral TikTok treats into edible art, writes Beatrice Forman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Chums, located at 45 E. Lancaster Avenue, opened in August under the creative vision of 24-year-old entrepreneur Grace Yang. Yang, a Radnor High School graduate, blended her Shanghai childhood with her Main…

  • Affordable Senior Housing Project Breaks Ground In Ardmore

    Affordable Senior Housing Project Breaks Ground In Ardmore

    Construction has started on Ardmore House II, an affordable housing project designed to help seniors stay in one of Montgomery County’s most expensive towns, writes Kim Hudson for CBS News Philadelphia. HumanGood, a national nonprofit group, is building the 48-unit building, similar to the one that it already operates in Philadelphia, the Janney Apartments in…

  • Lower Merion, Amtrak Seek Developer for New Ardmore Station Garage

    Lower Merion, Amtrak Seek Developer for New Ardmore Station Garage

    Lower Merion Township could soon be inviting developer proposals for a 500-space parking garage that would be adjacent to Ardmore train station, with additional commercial uses allowed, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. In partnership with Amtrak, the township has been considering plans to build a parking garage on the one-acre site for…

  • Best Beginnings to Celebrate Family Wellness in Ardmore with Ribbon Cutting

    Best Beginnings to Celebrate Family Wellness in Ardmore with Ribbon Cutting

    Ardmore’s wellness community is about to expand with the arrival of Best Beginnings, a new center dedicated to supporting women, babies, and families.  The center will celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting on Thursday, Oct. 9, from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at 4 East Lancaster Avenue in Ardmore. The ceremony itself is scheduled for…