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Lead with Purpose: How Your A-Game Shapes Company Culture
While company culture can be intentionally crafted to drive high performance and engagement, leaving it to develop on its own has risks. Culture is the invisible force that shapes every organization from within. It begins the moment two people unite, setting the groundwork for how they’ll collaborate and bring their shared vision to life.
Step Inside the $5.99M ‘Gatsby Barn’ in New Hope: A 1920s-Inspired Luxury Estate
A luxurious property in New Hope, once home to famed musician Leon Redbone, is now on the market for $5,995,000. A luxurious property in New Hope, once home to famed musician Leon Redbone, is now on the market for $5,995,000, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Located at 2169...
Children’s Author Selling Her Massive Bucks County Estate for $14.5 Million
The estate is considered a regal home, complete with several incredible additions and living areas. A wealthy couple in the Bucks County area is selling a major estate in the area for a hefty price, and it is one of the best homes in the region. Sarah Paynter wrote about the estate for The Wall Street Journal.
Dinosaur Tracks Discovered in Valley Forge Park
Valley Forge National Historical Park has a new and exciting feature, as dozens of fossilized dinosaur footprints have been discovered on rocks used for a hiking trail. Valley Forge National Historical Park has a new and exciting feature, as dozens of fossilized dinosaur footprints have been discovered on rocks used for a hiking trail, writes Mark Scolforo for The Associated Press.
A Relic of the Gilded Age, Historic Lynnewood Hall Will Soon be Open to the Public
Lynnewood Hall, Elkins Parks’ storied mansion, will finally be restored and opened to the public after the preservation foundation takes over. Lynnewood Hall, the mansion tucked away just off Rt. 611 in Elkins Park has sat vacant for decades, but that will soon change. Last year, the Lynnewood Hall...
Susquehanna International Group Bets Big Money on the Little Guy
Bala-Cynwyd’s Jeff Yass founded Susquehanna International Group in 1987, and now he is the wealthiest man in Pennsylvania. SIG is one of the top investment groups in the country, investing trillions per year on the stock market. Large profits allow the company to invest privately into growing businesses at a more relaxed timeline, reports Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Parents Fight Springfield School District for Control Over Screens
Springfield Township parents gathered over concerns that their children spend too much time on screens while in school. Concerned mother Meredith McGlinchey pushed Springfield School District to keep YouTube out of classrooms after her son got hooked on screens, reported Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. McGlinchey said that she...
‘X’ Marks the Spot in Oaks at Eclectic The American Treasure Tour Museum
The American Tour Museum in Oaks hosts a wide assortment of strange collectibles dating back to the 1800’s. The American Treasure Tour Museum in Oaks is home to the strangest assortment of collectibles, reports Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The museum is an eclectic arrangement of all things...
King of Prussia Company Billionaire Sells Mansion with Staggering Price Tag
The billionaire founder of King of Prussia’s Universal Health Services has sold his vacation home in Florida for millions. The billionaire founder of King of Prussia’s Universal Health Services, Alan B. Miller sold his Florida vacation home for a pretty penny, reports Brian Bandell for the Philadelphia Business Journal.
Discovery Channel Explores Buckingham Cave, Yields Two New Doan Gang Discoveries
The exploration of Buckingham Cave featured in a recent episode of Discovery Channel's Expedition Unknown yielded two new discoveries. The exploration of Buckingham Cave featured in a recent episode of Discovery Channel’s Expedition Unknown yielded two new discoveries related to the infamous Doan Gang, a group of loyalists active during the Revolutionary War, writes Katherine Cressman for the Bucks County Courier Times.
What Is Dementia Friendly Design in a Memory Care Community?
Dementia-friendly design in a memory care community works to improve the quality of life for those with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. As memory care evolves, there’s been a shift toward intentionally designed communities like the one offered at Freedom Village at Brandywine in Chester County that improve the quality of life for people with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
End-of-Summer Energy-Saving Tips from PECO
As summer temperatures rise, you and your family may find energy bills increasing due to higher cooling demands. With the summer season winding down, there’s still time to enhance your home’s comfort and energy efficiency before cold weather arrives. Here are five easy tips to help use less energy:
Penn State Abington Mourns Longtime Business Professor Steve McMillan
Steve McMillan, second from left, associate professor of business at Penn State Abington, traveled to Malta with students in 2019 to teach a course that focused on ethics in international business contexts. The Penn State Abington campus community is mourning the loss of G. Steven McMillan, Associate Professor of Business,...
8-Year-Old South Philly Girl Sells Lemonade, Makes Enough for Taylor Swift Concert Tickets
Elena Flores, 8, wants so badly to see Taylor Swift in concert that she started a lemonade stand. With it, she raised over $3,000. Eight-year-old Philadelphia girl Elena Flores is a huge Taylor Swift fan, but never had the chance to see that pop star perform live in concert. After...
Explore Chester County’s Vibrant Art Scene Through These Art Galleries
Enjoy immersive multimedia exhibitions, stunning still life, and premier framing services at these art galleries in Chester County. Art is one of the many things that unites humanity, and there are many art galleries around Chester County. Whether you’re an art buff, a museum stroller, or just like to enjoy beauty, check out these locations, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today.
Norristown Actress Maria Bello Finds Forever Love with Michelin-starred Chef
Norristown native Maria Bello married Michelin-starred chef Dominique Crenn on April 7 and celebrated the marriage on May 12 with friends and family. Norristown actress Maria Bello owes her journey to true love with Michelin-starred chef Dominique Crenn to the “three C’s”: cancer, COVID, and commitment, writes Sadiba Hasan for The New York Times.
Bryn Mawr College Latest to Join SEPTA’s Free Ride Program
Bryn Mawr College students can now get access to up 240 rides per month on SEPTA trains and buses. Students at Bryn Mawr College will be able to take up to 240 rides a month starting this fall with any SEPTA service, and it won’t cost them a dime, thanks to SEPTA’s UPass ride program, writes Ariana Pereez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Forest & Main Brewing Company Takes ‘Locally Sourced’ to Heart
Forest & Main Brewing Company in Ambler not only crafts local beer, but also gets most of its material from local sources. Pennsylvania is home to a lot of great beer, but many of these breweries source their grains and other materials from out of state. Emily Kovach of PA Eats compiled a list of all the great beer made in PA from grain to glass. Ambler’s own Forest & Main Brewing Company made the list.
Lower Mortgage Rates Mean Big Numbers for Toll Brothers
While lower mortgage rates are opening the resale market, Fort Washington homebuilders Toll Brothers think it will be a boon for new homes as well, reports Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. In recent years, higher mortgages and federal interest rates have pushed many home buyers into new construction....
As Wealth Migrates, Philadelphia Loses Income While Collar Counties Fluctuate
As residents continue flocking to the suburbs, Philadelphia lost the most wealth in total income from 2021 to 2022 in Pennsylvania, while Chester County is among the top gainers, writes Kyle Nguyen and Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The latest data from the IRS and U.S. Census Bureau...
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