Philadelphia Region
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What is the Expected Economic Impact of Philly’s 2026 FIFA World Cup Games?
The official match schedule for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been released. As a result, a second look is being taken to analyze the economic impact the games will have on Philadelphia, writes Justin Udo for KYW Newsradio. Lincoln Financial Field in South Philadelphia will host six FIFA World Cup matches in 2026, each…
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These 3 Actors with Philadelphia Ties Have All Been Nominated for Oscars
Hollywood isn’t short on stars with Philadelphia roots, and two have been nominated for an Academy Awards, writes Max Bennett for The Patch. Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Colman Domingo, and Bradley Cooper were all announced as nominees for the 96th Academy Awards in March. Randolph is being nominated for an Oscar for her performance in “The…
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Unpacking Growing Trend of Philly-area Football Recruits Starting College Early
Several Philadelphia area football recruits have been choosing to enroll in college early. It is a growing trend that may not be the right choice for all athletes, writes Aaron Carter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Kevin Heywood from Pope John Paul II School in Royersford, a top football recruit, committed to Wisconsin early to play…
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Zero-proof bars, Bottle Shops Are Growing in Popularity in the Philadelphia Region
It is not just in Dry January that people are embracing an alcohol-free lifestyle, writes Laura Brzyski for Philadelphia Magazine. Since the pandemic, more people in the Philadelphia region are choosing to be sober or to be more mindful of how much alcohol they are consuming. To meet the growing demand for fun non-alcohol cocktails…
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Experience the Delight of Afternoon Tea at These Two Montgomery County Establishments
Afternoon tea is more of an art form than a meal. There is nothing quite like having high tea with a china tea pot and fancy sandwiches and pastries, writes Emily Kovach for PA Eats. In our fast-paced society, the idea of taking the time in the middle of the day to sip tea and…
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Villanova, Ursinus and Bryn Mawr’s Endowments Rebounding After a Difficult Year
Last year many endowments at colleges and universities in the Philadelphia area took a financial hit, but this year they are starting to rebound, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. As capital markets improve, most endowments like the University of Pennsylvania’s are showing an uptick in investment return. College endowments are gifts and…
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After Six Decades in Entertainment Industry, Marie Osmond Ready for Something ‘Crazy’
As the second youngest child and the only girl in the famous showbusiness Osmond family, Marie Osmond has been working in the entertainment business for six decades, writes Debapriya Bhattacharya for Meaww.com. On a recent visit to “Fox & Friends,” she discussed how now at 64 she is doing more of what she wants and…
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Want A Locally-Made Beer? Try These 3 Philly Breweries
While there are several brewery trails outlining where and how to find locally-made beer, PA Eats has created a special list highlighting the breweries in Pennsylvania dedicated to using local malted grains and other brewing ingredients, writes Emily Kovach. There are two main qualifications to make the list. First, the breweries must have at least…
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Starting January 7, It Will Be More Expensive to Take the Pennsylvania Turnpike
Motorists traveling the Pennsylvania Turnpike between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh will soon have to pay 5 percent more, writes John Paul Titlow for PhillyVoice. The increase will take effect on January 7. The toll is increasing from $1.80 to 1.90 more for E-ZPass customers and from $4.40 to $4.70 for passenger vehicles using the Toll By…
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A Popular Canadian Coffee Chain Is Looking to Expand in Greater Philadelphia
Tim Hortons, a popular Canadian coffee chain, is looking to grow its presence in the Greater Philadelphia region, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The chain recently opened its fifth New Jersey store in Cinnaminson, New Jersey at the end of November. There is also a Tim Hortons coffee shop in Stratford at…
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Escape the Winter Doldrums with These Fun Date Ideas Around Montco
While colder weather may make it tempting to stay snuggled up on the couch under the blankets with your special someone all winter long, there are plenty of fun winter date night ideas around Montgomery County to keep the spark in your relationship glowing bright. Laura Brzyski and Caroline Cunningham of Philadelphia have created a…
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Philadelphia-area Housing Market Showing Signs of Loosening
Despite months of growing prices and high mortgage rates, the Philadelphia-area housing market is starting to show signs of loosening, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The median home sale price in November was $355,000 in the region, which is 7.6 percent higher than the previous year. That is also a 1.4 percent…
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West Oak Lane Diner Will Rise Like a Phoenix as Part of a New Development
A fire forced the Oak Lane Diner on North Board Street just south of Elkins Park to close in 2015, but now it will rise like a Phoenix as it is reborn a part of a new development, writes Aaron Moselle for WHYY. The former home of the popular diner in West Oak Lane is…
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P.J. Whelihan’s Celebrates 40 Years as It Sets Sight on More Growth
P.J. Whelihan’s has hit a special milestone as it celebrates its 40th year in the Philadelphia region, writes Stacy Wescoe for Central Penn Business Journal. The PJW Restaurant Group first launched in 1983 with just a single restaurant in Lehighton. At that time Bob Platzer called it Platz’s. Ten years later he opened an Allentown…
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PHL Just Had Its Busiest Thanksgiving Travel Period Since Before COVID
While not fully recovered from the impact of COVID-19 these last few years, Philadelphia International Airport reports a promising upward trajectory, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. This Thanksgiving the international airport recorded its busiest Thanksgiving travel period since the virus shut down the country. Transportation Security Administration data shows that 42,616 people…
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Find Presents for All Your Loved Ones at These Philly Area Boutique Shops
We all have at least one or two hard-to-shop-for loved ones on our gift list, but this holiday season you don’t have to worry. The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Jillian Wilson, Hira Qureshi, and Henry Savage have curated a list of unique boutiques in the Philadelphia area for your holiday shopping. Her list included these Montgomery County…
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Delaware River Bridges See Toll Hikes in 2024, E-Z Pass Discount Expires Jan. 1
Philly-area commuters better open their wallets— as Delaware River bridges’ toll hikes will start in 2024, writes Larry Higgs for NJ.com This will be part of the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission’s multi-tiered phased toll rate increase, approved in 2021 to mitigate revenue losses triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic. Three changes in the…
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Thanksgiving Travel Expected to Be Most Congested in Years, Here’s What to Expect
If you are planning to travel next week prepare for heavy traffic, as it is expected to be the most congested Thanksgiving since 2019, writes Kristin Hunt for the PhillyVoice. According to AAA, around 55.4 million people will travel to their holiday dinners this year using planes, trains, and automobiles in the period between Wednesday,…
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