Limerick
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Global RV Manufacturer to Shut Down Limerick Facility, Impacting 89 Workers
A global manufacturer tied to the recreational vehicle and outdoor living industries is preparing to exit Montco, writes Ryan Mulligan for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Dometic announced plans to shut down its facility on Lewis Road in Limerick. The move will impact 89 employees and leave a sizable industrial property along the Route 422 corridor…
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A 30-Year Journey: Gregory Shank is Named New Managing Partner of Maillie LLP
Gregory Shank didn’t just land the top job at one of the region’s most respected accounting firms. He’s been building toward it for more than three decades. Maillie LLP, the Limerick-based accounting and advisory firm, has named Shank as its new managing partner, succeeding Laurie Tolle, who is retiring after 19 years with the firm.…
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Data Center Debate Heats Up in Limerick as Secrecy Concerns Surface
Concerns of transparency circle the proposed data center debate in Limerick Township, according to Ford Turner for The Center Square. Township officials declined to sign a non-disclosure agreement tied to the project, opting instead to keep discussions public. The proposal calls for eight two-story buildings spanning roughly 2.8 million square feet near Pottstown, along with…
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Power Line Proposal Sparks Fresh Debate in Limerick
A proposed power transmission line in Limerick Township is adding a new layer to the ongoing debate surrounding data center development, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. The project would include a mile-long electrical line crossing the Schuylkill River, connecting infrastructure from PECO’s Lock Substation in East Coventry to existing lines near the Limerick Generating Station.…
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The Math Behind Sheetz Opening Across From Wawa in Limerick
The arrival of Sheetz in Limerick isn’t just about brand rivalry, writes Michael Tanenbaum for The Philly Voice. The move is a calculated economic play rooted in traffic patterns, pricing strategy and consumer behavior. Sheetz will open its first Montco location Feb. 12 on Ridge Pike in Limerick Township, directly across from a Wawa. For…
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Wawa and Sheetz Side-by-Side in Limerick – Here’s What Sets Them Apart
Now that Sheetz has officially opened in Limerick directly across the street from Wawa, local drivers have two iconic brands competing corner to corner. Local commuters face a difficult question: which is for me? Here’s what to know. History Wawa was founded in 1964 by Grahame Wood, whose family operated the Wawa Dairy. The company’s…
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Limerick Parents Honor Murdered Mother and Baby with Playground Wonderland
A beautiful playground in Limerick stands in memory of a mother and baby who were victims of a horrific crime over two decades ago, writes Maria Panaritis for Philly.com. The Manderach Memorial Playground at Limerick Community Park was built by area parents to honor Lisa Manderach and her 19-month-old daughter, Devon. They were murdered in…
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Limerick Residents Push Back on Land Swap Amid Data Center Fears
A proposed land swap tied to a major warehouse developer has sparked backlash in Limerick Township, writes Frank Kummer for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Residents packed a recent Board of Supervisors meeting to voice concerns about overdevelopment and the potential for a future data center. Under the proposal, Limerick Town Center LLC would trade more than…
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Limerick Leaders Weigh Costs and Benefits of Proposed AI Data Center
A proposal to build a massive data center in Limerick Township is prompting a familiar debate, reports Maggie Kent for 6abc Action News. Locals have expressed concerns over how Montco should handle energy-intensive development tied to artificial intelligence and cloud computing. The project would rise on an undeveloped parcel between the Limerick Generating Station and…
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Sheetz Sets Opening Date for Long-Awaited Limerick Location
The wait is almost over for Sheetz fans in Montgomery County, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. The new location in Limerick Township is now scheduled to open on Febuary 12, marking one of the brand’s most visible moves yet into traditional Wawa territory. Township officials approved the project last summer, and construction has steadily progressed…
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PPR Capital Enters Montco with Major Limerick Apartment Acquisition
Wayne’s PPR Capital Management real estate firm is making a significant move in Montgomery County with its first acquisition in the Philadelphia market, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. PPR Capital has partnered with Plymouth Meeting’s Bel Canto Asset Growth Fund to acquire Botanica Cottages, a 199-unit garden-style townhome community in Limerick Township.…
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Philadelphia Premium Outlets in Limerick Continues to Thrive While Traditional Malls Decline
Philadelphia Premium Outlets in Limerick is one of the many outlet centers that are continuing to thrive while many traditional malls decline, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The outdoor plaza is the main shopping destination for many local families, even in cold weather. “We get great deals,” said Kim Woodman, of Hatboro. Walking…
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Sheetz Breaks Ground in Limerick, Bringing Wawa Rivalry to Montco
Sheetz, the Western PA convenience store and Wawa rival, is finally planting a flag in Montgomery County, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. Limerick Township officials recently approved the project, and construction is well underway at the corner of Ridge Pike and Swamp Pike. The location is just down the road from a super Wawa.…
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Sheetz Stokes Wawa Rivalry as Limerick Site Inches Closer to Development
A new Sheetz could soon rise along Ridge Pike in Limerick Township, directly across from the existing Wawa, writes Evan Brandt for the Pottstown Mercury. At last Tuesday night’s meeting, township supervisors unanimously agreed to have their solicitor draft a resolution to approve the project’s final site plan. A formal vote is set for June…
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Sheetz Considers Invading Wawa Territory, Eyes Limerick for Potential Location
The long-time battle between Sheetz and Wawa may be coming to a head, as the Altoona-based grocer eyes a Limerick location in the heart of Wawa territory, writes Andrew Limberg for KDKA. The Western and Eastern Pennsylvania brands have largely avoided opening locations on each other’s turf – until now. “Sheetz can confirm it is…
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Lucky Limerick Wawa Shopper Won $1M Lottery Jackpot
The $1 million lottery jackpot was sold at Wawa in Limerick on September 9, the Pennsylvania Lottery has announced, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The lucky shopper purchased the ticket that matched all five balls drawn – 1, 2, 3, 23, 40 – to win the main $1,011,945 prize. The Wawa on 579 North…
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Limerick Community Park’s $1.3 Million Expansion Opens Early
Workers are nearing completion of a $1.3 million expansion of Limerick Community Park, writes Evan Brandt for the Pottstown Mercury. The new update will feature new tennis and pickleball courts. During the Oct. 1 meeting, Township Manager Dan Kerr updated the supervisors on the project’s progress and received approval to open the courts to the…
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Human Remains Uncovered at Limerick’s Historic Hood Mansion
Archaeologists have uncovered human remains at the historic Hood Mansion in Limerick, reports 6ABC. While the remains have yet to be identified, it’s believed that they belong to someone from the Hood family. The estate was built in 1834 for John Mclelland Hood, an Irish immigrant and trader who used the home as a summer…
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