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Horsham-Based Penn Mutual Life Sells Philadelphia’s Largest and Oldest Securities Brokerage
Horsham-based Penn Mutual Life Insurance sells Philadelphia’s largest and oldest securities brokerage Janney Montgomery Scott. Horsham-based Penn Mutual Life Insurance has sold Philadelphia’s largest and oldest securities brokerage Janney Montgomery Scott to the private equity investment firm KKR, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Janney was...
West Chester Police Continue search for vandalizing/trespassing teens
West Chester Borough Police continue their search for five teenage males who entered the Adams Street train yard in West Chester. Reports say the group of teens spent approximately 20 minutes climbing on all of the locomotives in the yard and attempted to see if any of the doors were unlocked. In addition, the trespassers […]
Greencastle falls in opening round of the Pennsylvania State Little League Tournament
Council Rock Newton jumped out to a quick 3-0 lead in the top of the first, never relinquished that lead, and went on to defeat Greencastle 9-4 Wednesday night at Newville. The loss dropped Greencastle to the elimination bracket. Council Rock jumped on Greencastle to take a 3-0 lead in...
Holy Ghost Prep administrator terminated after allegations of misconduct surface
A former administrator and ice hockey team manager for a private Bensalem Catholic boys high school has been terminated after an internal investigation found he should no longer be working there. In a July 23 letter to parents and alumni, Holy Ghost Preparatory president and its principal also confirmed the school is cooperating...
Avelo adding two new destinations to/from Wilmington
Avelo Airlines is adding two more routes out of Wilmington's airport. The airline announced today new service to Charlotte, using the airport in nearby Concord, North Carolina, and Orlando, using the airport in Lakeland, Florida. The Charlotte flights will be offered on Mondays and Fridays, beginning November 8th. The Orlando...
Philadelphia-area Amazon "zombie stores" show signs of life
Amazon is inching closer to opening several supermarkets in Philadelphia and the suburbs, per reports.Why it matters: The so-called "zombie stores" have sat vacant for years.Driving the news: The retail giant is opening a store in Northern Liberties, but has been coy about whether it'll be an Amazon Fresh or Whole Foods Market.A liquor license notice only identifies Amazon Retail LLC as the applicant, per the Inquirer.An Amazon Fresh store originally slated to open in 2022 appears closer to greeting customers in neighboring Bensalem after the company recently completed a round of hiring.What they're saying: An Amazon spokesperson told Axios the company will "continue to open new Whole Foods Market stores, and will do so selectively with Amazon Fresh as we see results we like."Zoom in: There are Amazon Fresh stores in Warrington, Bucks County, and Broomall, Delaware County.Amazon obtained a liquor license for another Bucks County location in Middletown Township but hasn't shared details about that store's opening.
Sam’s Club Is Making Major Changes That Will Affect Its PA Members
Sam’s Club members in Pennsylvania need to be on the lookout for some major changes coming to the store in the near future. Across the state of Pennsylvania, there are 24 Sam’s Club locations and people in our area really tend to love it. You can find just...
Driver accused of killing CHOP doctor had BAC nearly twice legal limit, DA says
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Just over a week after Children's Hospital of Philadelphia doctor Barbara Friedes was hit and killed while riding her bike in Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner announced Wednesday that the driver officials believe is responsible has turned himself in to authorities.According to Krasner, Michael Vahey was driving the car that struck Friedes, a chief resident at CHOP, as she was riding in the designated westbound bike lane on Spruce Street near 18th Street on July 17.During a press conference Thursday with Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel and bike safety advocates, Krasner said Vahey turned himself...
Media Evolution: How Philadelphia-Area Businesses Are Leveraging Paid Media to Stay Ahead
Philadelphia’s media and advertising landscape is undergoing a dynamic transformation, opening up innovative ways for local businesses to shape and share their stories. As earned media channels become increasingly crowded and unpredictable, savvy companies are leveraging paid media strategies to amplify their voice and forge deeper connections with their target audience.
Doylestown Health Advances Toward Merger with Penn Health System
Doylestown Health is moving closer to finalizing its merger with the University of Pennsylvania Health System. Doylestown Health is moving closer to finalizing its merger with the University of Pennsylvania Health System, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The merger is expected to reach a definitive agreement within...
Watchdog: Unresolved Philly police misconduct allegations
Philadelphia's police watchdog found that more than 130 allegations of officer misconduct went unaddressed by police investigators in cases it audited.Why it matters: The agency says the rate of unresolved allegations is a "cause of concern," impacting public trust and the Police Department's ability to track officer discipline.Driving the news: The Citizens Police Oversight Commission found PPD's internal affairs investigators failed to address some misconduct allegations in about a fifth of the 250 cases it received from March-June 2022.More than two-thirds of those allegations involved complaints of officers violating department regulations or failing to provide service, per the audit.How it...
Pennsylvania could be a lithium goldmine, if the tech catches up
(The Center Square) — The hunt for critical minerals in Pennsylvania is on. A multi-billion-dollar industry is at hand — if innovators can make the technology work and scale up from the lab to the field. With lithium — used in solar energy, batteries, and other electronics — the commonwealth may have an opportunity to salvage the metal from oil and gas wastewater. If it works, Pennsylvania could see an...
Beat summer heat at PA Horticultural Society’s pop up and public gardens
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s (PHS) Pop Up Gardens and other PHS Public Gardens and Landscapes are now in full bloom across the region, offering the perfect “Heatwave Haven” for those looking to escape the heat this summer. The PHS Pop Up Gardens on South Street and in...
National Dog Show tickets on sale now
The Kennel Club of Philadelphia, presenter of dog shows since 1879, has set Saturday, Nov. 16, and Sunday, Nov. 17 for the 2024 National Dog Show weekend at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, located at 100 Station Ave., Oaks, Pa. One of the region’s most prominent family attractions, the National...
Artwork by local artist at Yardley Refillery
Lisa Domenic announced immediate availability of her original artwork at the Yardley Refillery, 1 S. Main St., Yardley. “I am thrilled to have this opportunity to partner with a local store owner and install my colorful line work in downtown Yardley,” said Domenic. Jaime Alford’s Yardley Refillery, which...
Wells Fargo dropping its name from South Philadelphia sports arena
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Wells Fargo plans to drop its name from the South Philadelphia sports arena, the home of the Flyers and 76ers, after the bank's contract expires in 2025. "Wells Fargo regularly reviews and adjusts our overall sponsorship strategy," a Wells Fargo spokesperson said in a statement on Wednesday. "As such, we have made the business decision not to renew the naming rights contract to Wells Fargo Center. We value our relationship with Comcast Spectacor and we look forward to collaborating on live entertainment and sporting events at the Wells Fargo Center through the end of our contract in August...
Jalen Hurts Foundation to address needs of 100 remaining Philadelphia schools without air conditioning
Jalen Hurts has settled in Philadelphia, and his work across the city has been unmatched since he was drafted in the second round of the 2020 NFL draft. The Eagles star quarterback signed a five-year, $255 million contract extension last spring and put his new money to work, looking to impact the community. In May, Hurts donated $200,000 to Philadelphia schools for new air conditioning in 10 schools.
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