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Philly Took London as the Phillies and PHLCVB Boost City’s Global Profile
From left: J.P. Teti, owner of Passyunk Avenue, and the PHLCVB's Robin Bloom, Gregg Caren, and Joe Heller. From soccer slides to a Spice Girls walk-out song, the Philadelphia Phillies fully embraced London, while Philadelphia’s global tourism agency worked to ensure that Londoners would embrace Philadelphia as a future travel and convention destination.
Delaware County Community College Student Earns Full Tuition Scholarship to University of Pennsylvania
DCCC's Chloe Johnson leaps from community college to Ivy League with full-tuition scholarship to University of Pennsylvania. Chloe Johnson of Paoli is going straight from community college to the Ivy League. She has been awarded a full-tuition scholarship to attend the University of Pennsylvania, where she will complete her bachelor’s degree.
Thanks to Dedicated Volunteers, Historic Carousel at Pottstown Back in Action
A Pottstown historic carousel is once again up and running after a decades-long hiatus thanks to the dedication of a group of committed volunteers, reports Todd Haas for 6abc. “It’s a work of art, really,” said State Rep. Joe Ciresi. “If you just come in, if you don’t want to ride it, just look at it. It’s unbelievable how beautiful it is. And to know the people volunteered to restore it.”
Coatesville Could Be On Its Way to Becoming Culinary Hotspot
Coatesville seems to be in the midst of a restaurant renaissance and is well on its way to becoming the next culinary hotspot in the Philadelphia region, writes Gina Lizzo for The Hunt. One of the more recent additions to the city’s growing restaurant scene is Kings Tavern. Owners Phil...
‘Down and Dirty’ Collaboration Enhances Penn State Abington Students’ Art Practice
Since 2022, Penn State Abington art faculty have been teaching a collaborative tile making course at the Moravian Pottery and TileWorks. Since 2022, two Penn State Abington art faculty have been teaching a collaborative tile making course at the Moravian Pottery and TileWorks, a working history museum in Doylestown. The classes blend art and history by immersing students in the process and philosophy forged by noted designer and tilemaker Henry Mercer.
Joe Bryant, Former La Salle Basketball Star and Father of NBA Legend Kobe, Dies at 69
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, father of Kobe Bryant, and former basketball player at Bartram, La Salle, and the Sixers, has passed away at 69. Joe Bryant, the father of the NBA legend Kobe, and a former basketball star at La Salle University and John Bartram High School, has passed away, writes Danielle Jennings for People.
Boothwyn Shopping Center Sold to New Undisclosed Owner
A new owner for Larkin's Corner, a shopping center in Boothwyn has come on board. JLL Capital Markets has closed the sale of Larkin’s Corner, a shopping center in Boothwyn, writes Jenna Sharp for JLL. JLL Capital Markets represented the seller, SITE Centers, and located the buyer. The selling...
Aston’s Susan Noles Gets a Shopping Special Saturday Night on QVC
Susan Noles gets her own shopping special, "Susan Noles Now" Saturday night on QVC. Aston native Susan Noles, of “Golden Bachelor” fame will be hosting a QVC shopping special, “Susan Noles Now,” this Saturday, July 20, at 10 PM, as part of the shopping network’s new Quinessential 50 campaign.
Upper Darby Native Rob Ellis to Take Glen Macnow’s Saturday Spot at WIP
Upper Darby native and longtime SportsRadio 94 WIP host Rob Ellis will replace the recently retired Glen Macnow on Saturdays, writes Jeff Blumenthal for Philadelphia Business Journal. He will join co-host and Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Mike Sielski. Macnow’s replacement for Sundays has not yet been announced. Ellis hosted “Ellis...
September Is When Wawa and Sheetz Will Officially Collide
A Wawa store is expected to open in September in central Pennsylvania and the heart of Sheetz territory. Wawa is slated to open its first Dauphin County store in Middletown, Central Pennsylvania, on Sept. 18. Its part of a vanguard of 40 Wawa locations planned in that region by 2030.
Snow in a Heat Wave Reported at Philadelphia International Airport
Rare but not impossible snow traces were reported Sunday when thunderstorms brought hail. Snowfall was officially recorded July 14 in Philadelphia even as we navigate a heatwave with temperatures approaching 100 degrees, writes Chloe Mayer for Newsweek. The National Weather Service in Mount Holly, New Jersey described it as a...
Four Major Bridges in Philadelphia Area To See Toll Increases
Philadelphia sunset skyline and Ben Franklin Bridge refection from across the Delaware River. Four major bridges in the Philadelphia area, including the Ben Franklin Bridge, are expected to see toll increases that are speculated to take effect on Aug. 1 at the earliest. Four major bridges in the Philadelphia area...
Veteran of Sales and Business Development Sets New Standard for Growth at West Chester-Based MyOfficeOps
Mark Mehok’s innovative marketing and client engagement tactics have set a new standard for growth and client satisfaction at MyOfficeOps. As neighbors and friends for more than a quarter-century, Steve Rickel and Mark Mehok have known each other for quite some time. That personal relationship eventually paved a path...
Julissa Boglio-Garcia: Peirce College Graduate’s Journey to Commencement
Julissa Boglio-Garcia is a graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Health Administration program at Peirce College. She began her educational journey at Community College of Philadelphia (CCP) as a part-time student in 2015. “I enrolled at CCP to complete my prerequisites for nursing. I graduated with an Associate of...
Collecting Luxury Spirits as an Investment
Collecting luxury spirits has exploded in the last 10 years, driving up scarcity and prices. Demand for luxury spirits has skyrocketed in the last several years, creating a great investment opportunity that is not just for the wealthy, writes Debbie Carlson for The Wall Street Journal. The Luxury Brand Index...
Holy Family University Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Athletic Fieldhouse
President Anne Prisco, Ph. D., along with trustees, alumni, and student-athletes at the groundbreaking for Holy Family University’s new athletic fieldhouse. Holy Family University (HFU) held a ceremonial groundbreaking for its new Athletic Fieldhouse on Jul. 11, as construction is set to begin on the University’s Northeast Philadelphia campus. The project is slated for completion in December 2024.
Farming Helps Chester County Veteran Transition Back to Civilian Life
For Melissa Harrop, an Army vet who was medically discharged, transitioning back to civilian life was not easy until she discovered farming. For Melissa Harrop, an Army veteran who was medically discharged after serving for four years, transitioning back to civilian life was not an easy task until she discovered farming, write Candice Wierzbowski and Stephanie Speicher for the Lancaster Farming.
Chow Down at the Top Seven Best Diners in Montgomery County
Diners work their way into the local scenery in the Philadelphia region, including these seven best in Montgomery County. Ah, diners. Does anything else evoke a more nostalgic feel of good food and fun with family and friends? Montgomery County has an abundance of diners, all serving up that comfort food you love so much.
New Sports Bar and Restaurant to Open at Former Bar Louie Location in Warrington
Warrington has approved an inter-municipal liquor license transfer for the new sports bar and family-friendly restaurant set to open at The Shops at Valley Square, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Partners Gary Cardi, Brad Daniels, and John Krinis plan to create a vibrant dining and entertainment space featuring a...
Philadelphia Has Three of America’s Most Historic Restaurants
Philadelphia has a number of historic food and drink establishments. For example, there's McGillin's Olde Ale House in Center City, which is Philadelphia's oldest continuously running tavern. America’s past can be correlated with things like quaint colonial taverns, retro diners, and old steakhouses. Visiting places like these can feel...
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