Willow Grove
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Joe and Jill Biden Join Philly Faithful as Dodgers Edge Phillies in NLDS
The Phillies’ playoff push drew some famous fans Monday night as former President Joe Biden and former First Lady Jill Biden were spotted at Citizens Bank Park, writes Alfred Lubrano for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The Phillies staged a dramatic ninth-inning rally but still fell to the Los Angeles Dodgers, 4-3, putting them in a two-game…
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Willow Grove’s Asplundh Expands with Move to Horsham Headquarters
One of Montco’s largest private companies is uprooting, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Willow Grove’s Asplundh Tree Expert, founded in 1928, is relocating its longtime headquarters from 708 Blair Mill Road to a larger office just a half-mile away in Horsham. The company signed a long-term lease for 120,000 square feet at…
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Willow Grove’s At Home Store Remains Open Amid National Bankruptcy
Willow Grove’s At Home location remains open amidst 26 locations set to close as the Texas-based home decor chain files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, reports Alexa Reed for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Located adjacent to the Willow Grove Mall, the store is a go-to destination for affordable home furnishings, seasonal decor, and organizational goods. At…
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Willow Grove’s Brave New Worlds Prepares for Years Biggest Event: Free Comic Book Day
For 35 years, Brave New Worlds has been more than just a comic book shop — it’s been a community cornerstone in Willow Grove, offering a welcoming space for readers, collectors, and gamers alike. Now, the beloved local store is gearing up for its biggest day of the year: Free Comic Book Day, happening this…
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The Remarkable Music Career of a Piano Tech Who Can’t Read Music Started in Willow Grove
You may not know Greg Sikora’s name, but odds are you’ve heard his handiwork — especially if you’ve ever attended a show in the Philly region, writes Rita Giordano for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The longtime piano technician, who got his start at Taylor Music in Willow Grove, has spent decades tuning pianos for the likes…
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Wife of Asplundh Tree Expert Heir Announces Pregnancy Months After Instagram Scandal
Katherine Asplundh, wife of Cabot Asplundh, one of the heirs of the Asplundh Tree Expert in Willow Grove, announced her pregnancy months after the Instagram account handle scandal, writes Richard Pollina for the New York Post. Asplundh, who was accused of bullying an Instagram user with her name in an attempt to buy her account,…
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Harold Katz, Former 76ers Owner and Founder of Willow Grove-based Nutrisystem Remembered
Harold Katz, a former owner of the 76ers and the founder of Willow Grove-based Nutrisystem, died on January 24 at 87, writes Keith Pompey for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Katz is best known for leading the Philadelphia team to its most recent NBA championship during the 1982-83 season. He owned the Sixers for nearly 15 years,…
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Amazon Makes Major Announcement About Long-Awaited Willow Grove Fresh Location
Amazon is set to open its Amazon Fresh location in Willow Grove on November 7, Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The announcement comes after years of delays and legal disputes. Amazon signed the lease for a 31,133-square-foot space at the Willow Grove Shopping Center in 2020, but the store’s opening was postponed due…
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Eric Dixon, Fifth-Year Villanova Forward, Leads Team in Scoring, One Day Hopes to Become Museum Curator
Eric Dixon, a Willow Grove native and fifth-year forward at Villanova, is college basketball’s leading scorer, but he hopes to become a museum curator one day, writes Jeff Neiburg for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Dixon has always been interested in history, earning his undergraduate degree in the field. He loves examining paintings, trying to identify their…
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Federal Donuts & Chicken Opening in Willow Grove on Friday
Federal Donuts & Chicken is gearing up for its second location in the Philadelphia suburbs, with the new Willow Grove store opening this Friday, writes Michaela Althouse for the Philly Voice. The store can seat 12 people and will be open daily, from 7 AM. to 8 PM. Federal Donuts opened its first suburban store…
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Long Awaited Amazon Fresh Store in Willow Grove Nearing Grand Opening
After years of planning and delays, the Amazon Fresh store at Willow Grove Shopping Center is showing signs of progress, reports Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. Job listings for a Grocery Associate position have appeared on Amazon’s site. Store associates have also been seen entering the building. Plans for the Willow Grove location began in…
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Willow Grove Park Mall Introduces Evening Curfew: Teens Now Require Adult Supervision After Certain Hours
As of October 1, the Willow Grove Park Mall does not allow teenagers to shop after certain hours unless accompanied by a parent or guardian, writes Kenny Cooper for the WHYY. During weekdays and Saturdays, visitors under 18 cannot shop unaccompanied by an adult from 5 P.M. until closing. On Sundays, the rule goes into…
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Willow Grove SDA Food Pantry Gets Massive Grant from County
On Tuesday, Montgomery County Commissioners wrote a check for local food drives across the county for $500,000 and presented it to the Willow Grove SDA Food Pantry, reports John Worthington for Main Line Media News. The county made an identical donation last year, bringing the total contribution to $1 million. September is Hunger Action Month…
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Willow Grove Artist Jordan Spector Teams Up with Philly Sports Legends for Iconic Artwork
Willow Grove native, Jordan Spector is collaborating with local sports stars to create stunning works of art, reports Santiago Ortiz for Billy Penn. Spector is a Temple grad and former walk-on player for the football team. When he suffered an injury that took him off the field, he turned his focus to an early passion:…
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Willow Grove Artist Brings Philly Sports Legends to Life
Willow Grove native Jordan Spector is living the dream as a full-time sports artist, collaborating with top athletes like Brandon Graham, Devonta Smith, and Bryce Harper, writes Santiago Oritz for Billy Penn. Passionate about both art and sports, Spector’s journey began at Temple University, where an injury redirected his focus from football to art. …
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Willow Grove Grandmother Launches ‘Never Accepting Negativity’ Resource Center
After she received a dire diagnosis, DebiAnn Henderson-Scott decided to never accept negativity, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. “When I was 32, I was diagnosed with lupus,” said Henderson-Scott. “I was told I had a certain amount of months to live. I could have took the negative side of that and gave up and said…
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Willow Grove Amusement Park Captivated Generations of Guests
For 80 years, the Willow Grove Amusement Park delighted residents and was a beloved destination for families and thrill-seekers, reports Trending Stories. The park site in the town of Willow Grove, now occupied by the Willow Grove Mall, opened in 1896 and stayed around until it closed permanently in 1975. There was no entry fee…
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Growing Up in Willow Grove Helped Jill Biden Learn Empathy, Independence, and Resilience
Jill Biden, wife of presidential candidate Joe Biden, who grew up in Willow Grove, points to Philadelphia as the place where she learned all about empathy, independence, and resilience, writes Julia Terruso for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “Philadelphians are really resilient,” said Biden. “It’s a city with a lot of grit, and I love that.” From…
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