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Gladwyne Resident, QVC and Franklin Mint Founder Joe Segel Dies at 88
Joe Segel, who founded more than 20 companies, including TV shopping behemoth QVC and the Franklin Mint during his five-decade-long career, has died in Gladwyne of natural causes aged 88, writes Ryan Sharrow for the WHYY. Segel started West Chester-based QVC 23 years ago. It was carried by 58 cable providers in 20 states. Today,…
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Two Gladwyne Homes Are Among Most Expensive Sold Homes in Philadelphia Metro Area
Two Gladwyne homes are among the most expensive homes sold in the Philadelphia metro area in 2019, writes Sharon Oliver for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The top ten list consists of the most expensive homes sold within metropolitan Philadelphia from January to August 2019. The majority of the list, or seven out of ten homes,…
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Gladwyne-based Hosts for Hospitals Matches Volunteer Host Families with Patients and Their Loved Ones in Need of Lodging
Gladwyne-based Hosts for Hospitals program recruits local volunteers and matches them up with hospital patients and their families in need of a place to stay, writes Melissa Jacobs for the Main Line Today. The program was founded nearly two decades ago by a leukemia survivor, Mike Aichenbaum, whose family had to pay $20,000 in rent…
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Gladwyne Pet-Sitting Business Gives People with Autism an Opportunity to Work
Gladwyne-based PETacular Pet Sitting is providing people with autism with an opportunity to work with a student scholar on hand to help them get used to their new role, writes Beccah Hendrickson for ABC7. PETacular Pet Sitting, the Main Line pet care company that provides pet care services through a diverse and inclusive workforce, has…
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Gladwyne Sisters Offer Stylish Handbags at Affordable Prices
Gladwyne’s Neely and Chloe Burch have launched an eponymous line of stylish handbags that has proved to be a favorite among millennial women thanks to its affordable prices, writes Elizabeth Wellington forThe Philadelphia Inquirer. The sisters, who are nieces through marriage of sportswear legend Tory Burch, offer handbags teeming with simple silhouettes that do not…
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Main Line Wine Gala a ‘tasty’ opportunity to help a good cause
The 2019 Main Line Wine Gala, which celebrates the world’s most innovative winemakers, is presented by Resources for Human Development and benefits RHD’s innovations in human services. RHD is a national human services non- profit that specializes in creating effective services that support people of all abilities and challenges, wherever the need exists. Main Line Wine Gala will…
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Snug Pet Sitting serves the Main Line area
Professional pet-sitter, Cynthia Hall, has announced the opening of Snug Pet Sitting. Based in Gladwyne, Snug serves the Main Line from Bala Cynwyd to Malvern and the surrounding communities of Newtown Square, and East Falls. When asked about the name Snug, Ms. Hall explained, “In my career as a design director, I traveled frequently for…
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Philadelphia Country Club opens new Olympic-size pool
Philadelphia Country Club, located in Lower Merion Township, is now over a month into its successful opening of the new resort style Pool and Pool Bar. PCC was able to meet its deadline of opening for Memorial Day Weekend, in which the Club welcomed over 1,200 members and guests. The Swimming Pool retained its traditional…
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House of the Week: 1150 Youngs Ford Road, Gladwyne
Seize this rare opportunity to custom craft your own newly constructed Estate, majestically set on a premier, private 1.6 acre lot in coveted Gladwyne. This exquisitely crafted exterior, designed by renowned Archer Buchanan Architects and exterior construction by master builder Ken Cassella, was inspired by the grand English country homes of Sir Edwin Lutyens in…
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House of the Week: 916 Black Rock Road, Gladwyne
This one-of-a kind estate is situated in a secluded, private grove on 1.45 acres of mature land within easy walking distance of the historic village of Gladwyne. The Estate includes the Main House & Barn at 916 Black Rock Road. The Main Home is 13 years new, with 5 bedrooms, 4 full & 1 half…
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Acme grocery store in Gladwyne to close
The Acme doors are closing for good in Gladwyne, but that doesn’t reflect failure or loss on the part of the company as a whole. It’s simply a matter of common sense. “The store didn’t meet company goals,” said Acme spokeswoman Dana Ward told philly.com. We have five stores in Lower Merion and unfortunately this…
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Montco boasts wealthiest zip code in the region
Probably no surprise to most of our readers, but Montgomery County is officially home to the wealthiest neighborhood _ based on median family income _ in the Philadelphia region. Several other Montgomery County zip codes made the list as well, check them out here. An American City Business Journal analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data…
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House of the Week: 900 Merion Square Road, Gladwyne
This picturesque paradise, a short stroll from the center of Gladwyne Village, combines the classic elegance of a Main Line Colonial with the modern amenities of an impeccably renovated home built with family and openness in mind. The sophisticated stone house, with its fine copper accents, sits prominently on 2+ acres of park-like grounds, well-positioned…
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House of the Week: 205 Maple Hill Road, Gladwyne
Welcome to 205 Maple Hill Road! A best of both worlds magnificent home in a highly desirable location offering privacy and convenience. Situated on a quiet, private road in the well-established Castle Hill neighborhood of Gladwyne. This impressive 5,348 sq ft stone colonial nestled on almost 3 landscaped, gated acres is just a short walk…
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House of the Week: 1330 N Avignon Drive, Gladwyne
Built by and for the current owner, this Neo-classic contemporary home is set on cul-de-sac street in the Community of Avignon, in Gladwyne, in the heart of Lower Merion. Soaring ceilings, walls of glass, skylights & open floorplan. Double doors lead to picturesque panorama, according to the listing on realtor.com. [uam_ad id=”54865″] Windows abound providing…
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New developer could breathe new life into old Barkers Mill in Gladwyne
New life might soon be brought into one of Lower Merion long abandoned but very important historic sites – the old Bakers Mill on Mill Creek Road in Gladwyne. For about the past 15 years, the structure has been empty and mostly neglected. At the same time, township officials say there has been a $350,000…
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House of the Week: 1485 Mill Creek Road, Gladwyne
Turn Key, Breathtaking Condo Style Living within 4.6 acres of easily maintained, gated grounds. Welcome to Fernside Cottage, an exquisite residence set on spectacular, private setting featuring incredible architectural designs and materials throughout. This masterpiece showcases a unique blending of old world stone structures with timeless, contemporary steel and glass living spaces. The original portion…
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House of the Week: 1131 Green Valley Road, Bryn Mawr
This breathtaking, gated, Gladwyne Estate with courtyard offers stunningly beautiful grounds and complete privacy, while being in close proximity to the charming towns of The Main Line, Center City Philadelphia, Acela Trains, Philadelphia International Airport and more, according to realtor.com [uam_ad id=”54865″] It was completely gutted, meticulously renovated and expanded by the current owner, featuring…
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