Philadelphia
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Comcast Expansion is Coming to Philadelphia, Says CEO Brian Roberts
Comcast CEO Brian Roberts has plans to further expand its presence throughout Philadelphia, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Already the largest public company headquartered in Philadelphia, Comcast is also one of the biggest employers and occupiers of real estate, most notably at its two namesake skyscrapers in Center City. “Philadelphia is home,…
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It’s a Homecoming For Kyle Lowry As He Heads to the Philadelphia 76ers
After a trade and subsequent contract buyout, Kyle Lowry will soon embark on a homecoming as he intends to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers, writes Justin Grasso for Sports Illustrated. Lowry was born and raised in North Philadelphia and played basketball at Cardinal Dougherty High School before playing two years of college basketball at Villanova University. Lowry was the No. 24 pick of the…
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Washington Post: Nationwide Shortage of School Bus Drivers Forces Philadelphia Schools to Pay Parents to Drive Their Kids
For the first time on record, the iconic yellow school bus is no longer the primary way of transportation for students across the nation, writes Andrew Van Dam for The Washington Post. According to the National Household Travel Survey, in 2022, 53 percent of all students nationwide were getting dropped off at school or driving…
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Boathouse Row To Debut New Lights in March After a Year of Darkness
After a year of darkness, Boathouse Row will be debuting a new LED light system during a public relighting evening in March, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. The new lights can change color in 16 million combinations and be programmed with various effects. The old lights were shut off last year to move forward with…
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Chase Bank Plans to Open 40 New Branches, Create Hundreds of New Jobs in Philadelphia
To reach its goal of reaching 100 local branches by 2027, Chase Bank is planning to almost double its retail employee headcount and open more than 40 new branches in the Philadelphia market over the next three years, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Chase entered the Philadelphia retail banking market in 2019,…
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Montco Leadership: Susan Larkin, EVP and President of Core Commercial Markets, Independence Blue Cross
Susan Larkin, EVP and president of Core Commercial Markets for Independence Blue Cross, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in Upland, where her dad was both the school principal and the mayor. She recalled working part-time at Veterans Stadium and JFK Stadium, where she got to see Phillies games and Live Aid. Larkin discussed…
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New Study Ranks Philadelphia Traffic As 8th Worst in the Nation; PennDOT Works to Alleviate Traffic in the Region
TomTom, a technology and mapping company, has released its annual Traffic Index, showing how bad traffic is in cities across the United States. The new study found that Philadelphia traffic is the 8th worst in the nation, reports Joe Brandt for CBS News Philadelphia. According to PennDOT spokesperson Brad Rudolph, the agency is doing work…
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Local Fashion Designer, Philadelphia Sports Fan Puts Inclusivity at the Forefront of Her Work
Fashion designer Nancy Volpe Beringer, a Philadelphia sports fan and runner-up on season 18 of Bravo’s “Project Runway,” advocates for inclusivity with her work, writes Dave Uramfor KYW Newsradio. Volpe Beringer designs Philadelphia sports-themed fashion items. “It’s innate, that you do whatever you can as a fan,” she said. “So, I started to make some…
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Your Ultimate Guide to the 2024 Philadelphia Flower Show!
Get ready, because the 2024 Philadelphia Flower Show is just around the corner! This family favorite event’s theme for 2024 is “United by Flowers,” which promises to be a magnificent celebration of gardening, flowers, and their profound impact on our lives. As we eagerly anticipate its arrival, let’s dive into what you can expect at…
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CHOP, Mastery Charter Schools Collaborate in Effort to Teach High School Students Skills to Obtain Healthcare Jobs
Mastery Charter Schools and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) are partnering to help students land healthcare jobs after graduation, writes Stephen Williams for WHYY. The collaboration is part of a new $250 million initiative in Philadelphia and nine other communities. Through it, CHOP and Mastery Charter Schools will be working to create a specialized healthcare…
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10 Philadelphia Chefs, Restaurants Named 2024 James Beard Award Semifinalists
The James Beard Foundation has announced the semifinalists for the 2024 Restaurant and Chef awards, and 10 Philadelphia restaurateurs have made it to the list, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The region’s 10 semifinalists received nods in six of the 11 categories. The Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic category has several of those nods.…
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Your Ultimate Guide to the 2024 Philadelphia Flower Show!
Get ready, because the 2024 Philadelphia Flower Show is just around the corner! This family favorite event’s theme for 2024 is “United by Flowers,” which promises to be a magnificent celebration of gardening, flowers, and their profound impact on our lives. As we eagerly anticipate its arrival, let’s dive into what you can expect at…
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Four Philadelphia Eateries Are on the Pennsylvania Vegan-Eats Bucket List
Pennsylvania has plenty of amazing vegan dining options, but only the best have found their way on the Pennsylvania vegan-eats bucket list, including four Philadelphia eateries, writes Emily Kovach for PA Eats. Vedge is the much-lauded and influential vegetable restaurant from James Beard Award-nominated Rich Landau and Kate Jacoby. The eatery has received national press…
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From Education to Diversity, This Is How Philadelphia Has Changed Over the Last 75 Years
Philadelphia is a significantly different city than it was 75 years ago, with a smarter and more diverse population but fewer residents overall, writes Meir Rinde for Billy Penn at WHYY. According to the Pew Charitable Trust’s annual look at the State of the City, in 1950, the city reached a high of almost 2.1…
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SEPTA Brings More Countdown Clocks To Its Subway Stations
Countdown clocks were recently installed at 30th Street and Girard stations as part of SEPTA’s device testing initiative, writes Michaela Althouse for PhillyVoice. SEPTA debuted the countdown clocks, which show the number of minutes before the next train arrives, at 15th Street Station in June. The clocks at 30th Street Station were installed several months…
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Philadelphia Eagles Long-time Ticketing Guru, Hall of Famer Remembered for Dedication to Fans
Leo Carlin, an integral part of the Philadelphia Eagles’ front office and a member of the team’s Hall of Fame, passed away last week, according to his Philadelphia Eagles family. A pioneer in the sports ticketing industry, Carlin worked for the Eagles for 55 years. A graduate of St. Joseph’s University, he became a part-time…
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Unhappy with Recent Court Decision Regarding Gambling Inside Chickie’s & Pete’s, South Philadelphia Residents Are Continuing Its Fight Against It
After a Commonwealth Court recently allowed Parx Casino to move its race- and sports-betting business inside the Chickie’s & Pete’s restaurant and bar in South Philadelphia, neighborhood residents have vowed to fight the decision, writes Valerie Russ for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Packer Park Civic Association, which has been fighting Parx’s plans to relocate its…
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Ever Wondered What Jason Kelce Yelled Before Every Tush Push? A Fox Sports Reporter Has Revealed It
Over the past couple of seasons, the Brotherly Shove has been among the most often used plays for the Philadelphia Eagles. All-Pro center, Jason Kelce yells the same three-word phrase before every tush push play, writes Jenna Lemoncelli for the New York Post. According to Fox Sports NFL reporter, Laura Okmin, Kelce yells “F–k my…
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