Willow Grove
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$105M Redevelopment Finally Moving Forward in Willow Grove
After nearly two years of delays, a major redevelopment project in Willow Grove is finally moving forward, writes Paul Schedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Federal Realty Investment Trust plans to begin demolition this spring at the Willow Grove Shopping Center to make way for 261 apartments and new retail space. The $105 million project…
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This Montco Community Sits on Once-Hallowed Ground for Area Thrill-Seekers
As the Winter schleps along, thoughts are turning to summer and its warm temps, late sunsets, and outdoor appeal. The Jersey Shore becomes a prime destination for many Montgomery County residents, and its appeal of leisure, food, and rides is hard to resist. However, it’s worth noting that one local community was once a tourism…
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Willow Grove’s Massive $115M Transformation Could Reshape Montco’s Future
For most of its life, the Willow Grove Shopping Center was exactly what it sounds like: a place you drove to, parked at, and left. Functional. Forgettable. A fixture of the suburban routine. That version of Willow Grove is on the way out. A $115 Million Reinvention Federal Realty Investment Trust broke ground Wednesday on…
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Reclectic Closing in Philly, Reopening Bigger at Willow Grove
Reclectic is packing up in Northeast Philadelphia and heading to Montco, where it will debut a significantly larger store at Willow Grove Park Mall next month, writes Kristin Hunt for The Philly Voice. The discount concept, operated by URBN, sells a mix of new and gently used apparel from brands including Anthropologie, Urban Outfitters, Free…
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Strength and Resilience Sensory Gym Creates a Space for Connection, Play, and Inclusion in Montgomery County
In April 2026, Strength and Resilience Nonprofit Inc. opened its doors with a clear and meaningful goal: to create a space where all children — neurotypical and neurodivergent — can learn to play, communicate, and grow together. Founded by Rushener Brown and Courtney Bennett, graduates of the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program at Thomas Jefferson University,…
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Montco Federal Donuts Location Shuts Down as Brand Regroups
Federal Donuts & Chicken is reshaping its footprint, and Montco is feeling the impact, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The popular Philadelphia-born chain has closed several locations tied to a major franchise group, including its recently opened Willow Grove shop. The closures come as the company works to regain control of its operations…
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Willow Charitable Fund Presents “The Taste” Supporting Neighbors in Need
The Willow Charitable Fund is inviting the community to attend its beloved annual fundraiser, The Taste, to raise funds to support community members in need. The event will take place on Sunday, April 19, from 5 PM to 8 PM at Kremp Florist in Willow Grove. Guests will have the chance to sample delicious bites and drinks from more than 20 local restaurants,…
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Giant Closes Willow Grove Center as Strategy Shifts
Giant is shutting down a fulfillment center in Willow Grove and others as the grocery chain transitions away from centralized online order operations, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. The Willow Grove facility is among five Pennsylvania sites expected to close by the end of the first quarter of 2026, according to Giant parent…
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Lender Puts Willow Grove Park Mall on Market Following Matured $170M Debt
The majority of Willow Grove Park Mall, one of the largest shopping malls in the region, has been put on the market by a lender after a $170 million loan matured, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The nearly 725,000-square-foot portion of the mall owned by PREIT includes Macy’s, Nordstrom Rack, Cheesecake Factory,…
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Texas Roadhouse Eyes Willow Grove After Carrabba’s Closure
A restaurant shakeup is unfolding in Willow Grove, reports James Evenden for The Sun. Carrabba’s Italian Grill has officially closed its Upper Moreland Township location, and now Texas Roadhouse is looking to step in. According to the township’s zoning hearing board agenda, the steakhouse chain submitted plans on February 12 to take over the former…
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WSJ: Amazon Fresh in Willow Grove Among Stores Set to Close Nationwide
Amazon is shutting down its physical grocery stores nationwide, a move that will include the Amazon Fresh location in Willow Grove, according to The Wall Street Journal. The company announced it will close all Amazon Fresh and Amazon Go stores as it shifts its focus to online same-day delivery and expands its Whole Foods Market…
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Is it Worth Preserving Suburban Malls and Their Nostalgic Window to the Past?
For many who grew up in the Philadelphia suburbs, the mall wasn’t just a place to shop — it was the center of teenage life, writes Kyle Bagenstose for Hidden City Philadelphia. That nostalgia is front-of-mind for preservationist Rachel Hildebrandt, who once rode SEPTA buses from East Oak Lane to destinations like Willow Grove Park…
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Montco Artists Bring Eagles Spirit to Bird Gang Spirits Labels
Two Montco artists put their local pride front and center in a limited-edition release from Bird Gang Spirits, writes Anne E. Hill for Main Line Today. Willow Grove native Jordan Spector and Montco native Paul Carpenter are among the featured creatives behind the brand’s first-ever Artist Series, celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Philadelphia Eagles’…
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JAG Physical Therapy Opens First Montco Clinic in Willow Grove
Montgomery County residents now have a new destination for high-quality rehabilitation care. JAG Physical Therapy, one of the Northeast’s fastest-growing PT and occupational therapy providers, has officially opened a clinic in Willow Grove. The new facility celebrated its arrival on Welsh Road with a community ribbon-cutting attended by local leaders, including representatives from State Sen.…
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Dan Trachtenberg: From Willow Grove Video Store to Hollywood Sci-Fi Franchise Director
Dan Trachtenberg, director of the newest Predator movie, went from working behind the counter at Willow Grove Mall’s video store to leading one of Hollywood’s biggest sci-fi franchises, writes Jake Kring-Schreifels for Philadelphia Magazine. The Willow Grove native spent over a decade directing commercials, podcasts, and short films before breaking through with 10 Clover Lane,…
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South Jersey Firm Buys Willow Grove’s North Crossing Apartments
A South Jersey company is investing big in Willow Grove’s rental market, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Gibbsboro-based Friedman Realty Group has purchased North Crossing Apartments for $27.6 million, with plans to pour several million more into upgrades. Moreland Hall has owned the 145-unit complex at 3625 Welsh Road for 55 years.…
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Willow Grove Interchange Receives Full Makeover with Removal of Toll Booths
Pennsylvania interchanges are changing with the removal of toll booths, including the Willow Grove Interchange, according to a staff report from CBS News Philadelphia. The latest round of toll booth removals is part of the plan to implement Open Road Tolling along the Pennsylvania Turnpike and northeast extension. This will bring significant changes to local…
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Willow Grove Three-Year-Old Brings Positive Messages to Philly Sports Fans Online
A three-year-old sports fan from Willow Grove is sharing positive messages for all of Philadelphia to hear, whether his favorite teams win or lose, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. “He is full of energy,” said his mother. “He never stops moving, and he really enjoys Philly sports.” Born into a Philly sports family, Callum Kaminski…
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