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Firstrust Bank’s Richard Green Wins Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year Greater Philadelphia Award
Firstrust Bank's Richard Green receives Ernst & Young's Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 Greater Philadelphia Award. Ernst & Young has named Richard J. Green, Executive Chairman and Owner of Firstrust Bank, a winner of its esteemed Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 Greater Philadelphia Award. Green was celebrated, along with other esteemed business leaders, during a recent ceremony at Philadelphia Country Club.
RKL Virtual Grows Outsourced Solutions with Kauffman CPA Company Merger
RKL LLP has announced a merger with Lancaster-based Kauffman CPA Company, effective July 1, that will add further expertise to RKL Virtual Management Solutions’ spectrum of outsourced accounting, financial management, human resources, and payroll services. “For over a decade, Kauffman CPA Company has built strong relationships with small and...
Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Promotes All-Female Team to Lead Marketing Efforts
VFTCB has promoted Rachel Riley (right) and Samantha Cole (left) to lead the organization's strategic communications, marketing, and public relations. The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) has made staffing and leadership promotions to the organization’s marketing team. Rachel Riley is being promoted to Vice President of Marketing and Communications, and Samantha Cole is being promoted to Senior Director of Marketing and Media Relations.
Salus University Presents Presidential Medals, Alumni of the Year Awards to Distinguished Group
Salus University hosts event featuring the awarding of five Presidential Medal of Honor Winners and several Alumni of the Year Awards. When Paul Freeman, OD ‘74, FAAO, was thinking about his acceptance speech for receiving the 2024 Presidential Medal of Honor from Salus University, he decided he wanted to deliver a message to his daughter, Julia.
Wawa Begins in the Midwest With It Largest Expansion Ever
As the Wawa brand expands into other states, like at this proposed store in Kentucky, it will have to compete with already established convenience store chains. Wawa’s largest expansion has begun. The Delaware County convenience store chain broke ground for its first stores in Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana this month and plans to open up 160 stores in the three states in the next five to eight years, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal.
Levittown Icon Merrill Reese Receives Pro Football Hall of Fame Induction
Merrill Reese, the voice of the Eagles and part-owner of Levittown’s WBCB-AM, is set to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Merrill Reese, the legendary voice of the Philadelphia Eagles and part-owner of Levittown’s WBCB-AM, is set to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, writes Rob Tornoe for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Taylor Swift Collection Now On Display at Stone Harbor Museum
The Stone Harbor Museum has opened a new Taylor Swift collection in the small Jersey Shore town where Swift often spent her summers as a child. The Stone Harbor Museum has opened a new Taylor Swift collection in the small Jersey Shore town where Swift often spent her summers as a child, writes Saleah Blancaflor for Penn Live.
Fiore Rosso in Bryn Mawr Changes Look, Leadership Team, and Introduces Home-Cooked-Style Menu
Italian steakhouse Fiore Rosso recently changed its look, leadership team, and menu for a fresh narrative around the distinguished Bryn Mawr restaurant. Italian steakhouse Fiore Rosso recently changed its look, leadership team, and menu to create a fresh narrative around the distinguished restaurant in Bryn Mawr, writes Ben Silver for the Main Line Today.
Schwenksville Man Has Been a Dedicated Philly Sports Fan Since 1960
Brendan Costello (bottom right) with former Phillies Ryan Howard (upper left) and Jimmy Rollins (upper right) at Dodger Stadium in 2008. Brendan Costello, a dedicated 72-year-old sports fan from Schwenksville, has either listened to or watched nearly all title victories of Philadelphia teams since 1960, writes Dave Uram for KYW Newsradio.
Providence Town Center in Collegeville Hits Market Two Years After Last Trading
The 760,000-square-foot Wegmans-anchored Providence Town Center in Collegeville hit the market again just two years since it last traded. Wegmans-anchored Providence Town Center in Collegeville hit the market again just two years after it was last traded, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 760,000-square-foot open-air retail property...
Two Private Gardens in Bryn Mawr and Chestnut Hill Among Most Beautiful in Region
Richard and Alice Farley have been tending to their garden since 1978. While the Philadelphia region is home to one of the largest gardens nationwide with its bounty of lively public plots, some of the most beautiful landscapes belong to private homeowners, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In...
Independence Blue Cross and Benefits Data Trust Form First-of-Its-Kind Collaboration in Philadelphia Region
IBX's collaboration with Benefits Data Trust helps certain commercially insured members enroll in public benefit programs. Independence Blue Cross and Benefits Data Trust have formed the first collaboration of its kind in the Philadelphia region to help certain commercially insured members enroll in public benefit programs. These public benefit programs...
Holy Family University’s Counseling Psychology (PsyD) Cohort Finishes Year One of Five-Year Program
Holy Family University's largest Counseling Psychology (PsyD) cohort completed their first year in the rigorous five-year program. Holy Family University’s largest-ever cohort of students enrolled in the Doctor of Counseling Psychology in Counseling Psychology Program completed their challenging first year in the five-year program, collaborating on several events that bolstered their classroom learning.
Church Farm School Grads Bound for Some of the Most Prestigious Colleges, Universities in the Country
The 25 members of Church Farm School's Class of 2024 were accepted at more than 100 unique colleges and universities. At Church Farm School’s Alumni Weekend Career Panel last month, current students were inspired by more than 20 graduates — ranging from the Class of 2018 all the way back to the Class of 1974 — who spoke about how their alma mater set them on paths for success in careers as varied as aerospace engineering, tech innovation, filmmaking, national defense, accounting, educational leadership, and more.
The Dark Web and Identity Theft: What You Should Know
First Bank shares critical tips to avoid fraud and identity theft on the dark web — and what to do if you fall victim to these schemes. Fraud and identity theft are a quickly growing threat, costing U.S. consumers billions of dollars a year. One of the biggest drivers of identity theft is the dark web, where personal financial information can be sold to the highest bidder.
Pottstown Rumble Returns to Montgomery County Jun. 21-23
The Pottstown Rumble is returning to Pottstown for the 33rd Annual Tournament on Jun. 21-23, where over 6,000 players will compete. The world’s largest grass doubles volleyball tournament is coming to Montgomery County this summer. Pottstown Rumble, established in 1991, is returning to the Pottstown area for the 33rd...
SageLife Recognized as Great Place to Work for Sixth Consecutive Year
For creating an overwhelmingly positive employee experience, SageLife has been certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth consecutive year. SageLife has been recognized as a Great Place to Work, a global authority on workplace culture, for the sixth sixth consecutive year. The Great Place to Work certification...
How to Help Save Chester County’s Treetops Kitty Cafe and Rescue from Closing
Treetops Kitty Cafe rescues, takes care of, and adopts out senior cats, those with medical issues, and those who are misunderstood. They need the community’s help to stay open. Treetops Kitty Cafe in Kennett Square is reaching out to the community to help keep their doors open, writes Sheila...
Springfield Resident Caroline Pamukcu Set to Compete in Paris Olympics Equestrian Events
Springfield resident Caroline Pamukcu is set to compete in the Olympic Games next month, representing the U.S. in equestrian events in Paris. Springfield resident Caroline Pamukcu is set to compete in the Olympic Games next month, representing the U.S. in equestrian events in Paris, writes Rick Holmes for WFMZ. She...
Pottstown Winery Closes After 31 Years, 3,000 Gallons of Wine for Sale in Bulk
Kline still has 3,000 gallons of wine for sale in bulk for anyone looking to stock up. Call (717) 608-0244 for more information. George Kline, the owner of West Hanover Winery which has locations in Pottstown and Harrisburg, has decided to retire from the vino business, writes Mac Bell for ABC27.
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