Bala Cynwyd
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Federal Realty Investment to Add 217 Apartments to Bala Cynwyd on City Avenue
Developer Federal Realty Investment Trust has been given approval for a second residential development to be included in its renovation of the former Lord & Taylor building in Bala Cynwyd, writes Zachary Russell for Chain Store Age. Located between Belmont Avenue and Conshohocken State Road on City Avenue, Bala Cynwyd on City Avenue has recently…
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Saint Joseph’s Mackenzie Smith Scores Her 1,000th Career Point Against Dayton
At a game against Dayton last week, Saint Joseph University’s Mackenzie Smith joined the 1,000-point club, writes Mia Messina for The Philadelphia Inquirer. At the beginning of the game, Smith needed just five points to hit her 1,000th career point, joining Tayla Bruger and Chloe Welch who also reached the milestone this year. She hit…
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Former Lord & Taylor in Bala Cynwyd to Become 217-unit Apartment Building
Federal Realty Investment Trust will break ground on a new apartment building at the site of the former Lord & Taylor in Bala Cynwyd this spring, writes Paul Schwedelson, for Philadelphia Business Journal. The residential development will have 16,000 square feet on the ground floor for retail space and a two-level parking garage. Mark Brennan,…
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Saint Joseph’s University Ranks in Top 100 on U.S. News’ Ranking of Online MBA Programs
U.S. News & World Report has released this year’s ranking of online MBA programs, and seven Philadelphia region schools made the top 100 in the country, including Saint Joseph’s University, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. St. Joe’s took the 85th spot this year while Villanova University and Lehigh University tied for the 37th…
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Bala Cynwyd Primary Care Provider for Older Adults Expanding Further into Pennsylvania
Patina, a Bala Cynwyd-based primary care provider for older adults, is looking to bring its “patient-centered” model of care to more parts of Pennsylvania, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. Patina already serves members in the five counties of the Philadelphia region and now the company wants to expand its presence into Berks, Lancaster,…
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Men’s Wearhouse Brings Its Dapper Men’s Fashion Lineup to Bala Cynwyd
Male fashion retailer Men’s Wearhouse, based in Houston, Texas, is bringing its tailored brands of menswear to Bala Cynwyd. The new location at 71 E. City Avenue will be the specialty retailer’s 636th location in the United States. The more than 5500 square foot store will offer a broad range of tailored clothing, sportswear, and…
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Bala Cynwyd Billionaire Jeff Yass Donates Millions to Texas Governor Re-election Campaign
Jeff Yass, co-founder of Susquehanna International Group based in Bala Cynwyd and one of the richest men in the world according to Forbes, last week donated 6 million dollars to Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s re-election campaign, writes Shelly Hagan for Bloomberg. Both Yass and Abbott are supporters of school choice programs. Abbott’s campaign office said…
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Saint Joseph’s University Is Soaring High as New Sponsor of Philadelphia Eagles
Saint Joseph’s University is now the official higher education partner of the Philadelphia Eagles, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. The financial terms of the multiyear partnership haven’t been disclosed. Under the agreement, Saint Joseph’s will have in-game signage at Lincoln Financial Field, and the Eagles and the university will launch a student development…
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Bala Cynwyd’s Velocity Venture Partners Acquires Colmar Industrial Property
Bala Cynwyd-based Velocity Venture Partners has acquired a 340,000-square-foot industrial building in Colmar for $30.7 million, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 28-acre property is located less than a mile from SEPTA’s Regional Rail Colmar station, which makes it the only industrial building in Montgomery County that is close to a train…
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A Prominent Figure in Women’s Golf Is Buried in Unmarked Grave in Bala Cynwyd
While her name might not be as recognizable today as it once was, Glenna Collett Vare was a revolutionary figure in the game of golf and now she is buried in an unmarked grave in Bala Cynwyd, writes Lochlahn March for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Golf historian and author Stephen Proctor is working on a book…
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New Owners of Bala Plaza Will Move Forward with Already Established Redevelopment Plan
The 5-building Bala Plaza complex was sold to FLD Group and the Adjmi family for $185 million and the new owners plan on keeping the current redevelopment plan in place, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia Business Journal. The sale of the Bala Cynwyd property is one of the largest multi-tenant suburban office sales in the…
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A Bala Cynwyd Hockey Player Left an Enduring Mark on the World of Hockey
Hobart Amory Hare Baker was born in 1892 to a Main Line high society family in Bala Cynwyd, but in his short tragic life, he made his own indelible mark on the world, writes Clayton Trutor for Main Line Today. Baker’s father made a fortune in the upholstery business and his mother came from an…
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Radio Host Helen Leicht to be Inducted into Hall of Fame During Bala Cynwyd Ceremony
Philadelphia radio fixture Helen Leicht will be inducted into Philadelphia Broadcast Pioneers Hall of Fame at a November 17 ceremony in Bala Cynwyd, writes Brian A. Saunders for the Philly Voice. Leicht started her radio career at WIOQ in 1976, where she created “Breakfast With The Beatles” and “Leicht Lunch” programs. She moved to WXPN…
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Bala Cynwyd’s The Landing Kitchen Is a Big Hit with the Furry Set
When you have a furry best friend, it can be hard to leave them anxiously waiting for you at home when you go out to eat. Luckily, many Philadelphia area restaurants offer al fresco dining where your BF is welcome to join you, writes Craig LaBan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. One such dog-friendly place is…
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Bala Cynwyd’s Mitsutaka Harada Behind Sushi Suite, Philly’s Most Exclusive Omakase
Bala Cynwyd’s Chef Mitsutaka Harada is the man behind Sushi Suite, the most exclusive omakase in Philadelphia, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Sushi Suite is inside the sushi bar Izakaya in Fishtown and invites diners on a unique gastronomic journey that combines traditional Japanese culinary artistry with western flavors. When guests arrive, they…
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Laurel Hill Cemetery Is Home to Some of Pennsylvania’s Darker Stories
The spooky season is the perfect time to revisit some of the most mysterious and dark legends and myths of Pennsylvania. Kalena Thomhave highlights several of them, including some of the lore surrounding the residents of the Laurel Hill Cemetery in Bala Cynwyd for The Keystone. Laurel Hill is the final resting place of many…
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Bala Cynwyd’s BaseCamp Glamping Turns Your Backyard into Paradise
Bala Cynwyd-based BaseCamp Glamping can turn a backyard or a state park camping site into a true glamping paradise for those who want the experience, but not the hustle of setting it up, writes Laura Brzyski for Philadelphia Magazine. The company delivers and sets up waterproof bell tents along with beds, linens, pillows, blankets, camping…
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Bala-based City Line Capital Opens New Office South of Pittsburgh
Bala Cynwyd-based City Line Capital is planting roots on the other side of the Keystone State, writes Patty Tascarella for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The investment firm focusing on self-storage properties will be opening a new office 20 miles south of Pittsburgh. City Line was established in 2017 and currently has a portfolio of 253…
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