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9 Must-Visit Revolutionary War Attractions Near Valley Forge National Historical Park
If you’ve explored the hallowed grounds of Valley Forge National Historical Park and are eager to delve deeper into the Revolutionary War’s rich history, the suburban Philadelphia area offers a treasure trove of sites where pivotal battles and strategic planning helped shape the United States. From the sprawling fields of Brandywine Battlefield Park where George…
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Iron Hill Launches 31 Unique Burgers for an Unforgettable May
This May, burger lovers rejoice as Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant rolls out a spectacular month-long celebration in honor of National Burger Month. For the 16th year, Iron Hill offers a dizzying array of 31 unique burgers at all 20 of its Delaware Valley locations, each unveiling a new creation that promises to delight. From the…
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Philadelphia Metro Ranks in Middle Among Best Places for Home Buyers
Philadelphia metro ranked in the middle of the pack among the best places for home buyers in Zillow’s new market heat index. Zillow’s new market heat index represents buyers’ urgency or sellers’ confidence in an area. It considers the share of homes that sell quickly, the share of homes that get a price cut, and…
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Philadelphia Metro Ranks in Middle Among Best Places for Home Buyers
Philadelphia metro ranked in the middle of the pack among the best places for home buyers in Zillow’s new market heat index. Zillow’s new market heat index represents buyers’ urgency or sellers’ confidence in an area. It considers the share of homes that sell quickly, the share of homes that get a price cut, and…
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Pennsylvania Set to Join Majority of States That Ban Cell Phone Use While Driving
After nearly two decades of pressing for the measure, Gov. Josh Shapiro is preparing to sign the bill that will ban cellphone use while driving for almost any purpose, according to a staff report from The Keystone. Shapiro first introduced a similar bill 18 years ago when he served in the state House of Representatives…
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15 Fun Places to Go After Longwood Gardens in 2024
Visiting Longwood Gardens is a magical experience, especially if you stay for the dazzling Festival of Fountains that lights up the evening during summer. Since exploring these spectacular gardens and their stunning displays usually takes around four to five hours, why not extend your adventure? The region around Longwood Gardens offers a wealth of activities…
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15 Fun Places to Go After Visiting Longwood Gardens in 2024
Visiting Longwood Gardens is a magical experience, especially if you stay for the dazzling Festival of Fountains that lights up the evening during summer. Since exploring these spectacular gardens and their stunning displays usually takes around four to five hours, why not extend your adventure? The region around Longwood Gardens offers a wealth of activities…
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Unlock Your Earning Potential: Theses Are The Top Philadelphia Area Gig Jobs
The gig economy is thriving across the Philadelphia area, offering gig workers and independent contractors a plethora of opportunities for flexibility you won’t find at a full-time job and matching a wide range of skill sets and lifestyles. Whether you’re a night owl or an early bird, prefer to cozy up at home in your pajamas or hit the roads of…
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Wall Street Journal: England’s Richest Soccer Club Locks Down Norristown Teen Cavan Sullivan
Manchester City, the richest club in England, recently locked down Norristown’s 14-year-old Cavan Sullivan, who can join the team as soon as he turns 18, writes Joshua Robinson for The Wall Street Journal. For now, the soccer wunderkind will continue to train with his hometown club, the Philadelphia Union. If all goes well, he is…
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Longwood Gardens’ Peter Zale Earns Top Honors in Orchid Conservation from American Orchid Society
Peter Zale, Associate Director of Conservation Horticulture and Plant Breeding at Longwood Gardens, has been honored with the prestigious Philip E. Keenan Award by the American Orchid Society. This accolade recognizes his outstanding contributions to orchid conservation, underscoring a career dedicated to preserving these enchanting plants. The Philip E. Keenan Award, named after a luminary…
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Philly Metro Is Safe from Rare Cicada Co-emergence
While several states are currently bracing for a potential cicada invasion in the following few months, the Philadelphia area is in the clear for now, writes Mike D’Onofrio for Axios. This spring, two specific broods of droning cicadas will emerge simultaneously from the ground. This has not happened in over two centuries, or since Thomas…
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Gen X Leads the Surge in Philadelphia Metro’s Millionaire Homeowners, Outpacing Boomers
The number of millionaire homeowners in the Philadelphia metro area is on the rise, with households that earn $1 million and more now being one of the fastest-growing income groups, according to a recently released study from Point2, an international real estate search website that covers industry trends and news. Nationwide, the number of households…
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Balancing Access and Atmosphere: Longwood Gardens Announces New Photography Policy and Fees
Longwood Gardens, one of the premier horticultural display gardens in the United States and one of the top ten tourist attractions in the Delaware Valley, has always been a favorite spot for photographers, capturing the vibrant beauty and serene landscapes. However, with increasing popularity, Longwood has updated its photography policy to ensure a pleasant experience…
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Luxury Home Prices Continue to Rise Nationwide, but Not Here in the Philly Metro
The prices of luxury homes in the United States are higher than they have ever been, with the median-priced home selling for a record $1,225,000 in the first quarter, which is an increase of 8.7 percent from a year earlier, according to a recently released report from Redfin. Luxury home prices are growing primarily because…
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Pennsylvania Court Rules Perrier Is Not French Mineral Water but Soda, Making It Taxable
A Pennsylvania court ruled that Perrier, which has been marketed as French mineral water in the United States for over a century, is instead a soda and as such can be taxed, writes Shannon Thaler for the New York Post. The popular drink’s classification first came under fire in 2019, when Jennifer Montgomery purchased a…
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Women in Pennsylvania Are Giving Birth Later
The number of Pennsylvania women who are deciding to have babies in their 30s and 40s has increased significantly compared to 25 years ago, according to provisional CDC data, write Carly Mallenbaum and Mike D’Onofrio for Axios. This has moved age 35 from the start of “geriatric pregnancy” to possibly a maternal-age sweet spot. Today,…
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Collegeville’s Italian Bakery Pizzeria Goes Viral After Displaying Wholesome Autism Awareness Messages
The Italian Bakery Pizzeria Napoletana in Collegeville has gone viral after it shared heart-warming autism awareness messages on its billboard, according to a staff report from Local 21 News. Thousands online are praising the owners, Steve and Patrizia Carcarey, for the wholesome messages many could see as they were driving by the billboard. “Autism is…
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Bucks County Leadership: Steve Rickel, CEO, MyOfficeOps
Steve Rickel, CEO of MyOfficeOps, spoke to BUCKSCO Today about growing up in a small farm town in Indiana. He was the only boy in his family, among three sisters and four female cousins. He recalled working part-time on his grandfather’s farm, where he learned repair skills he still uses today. Rickel discussed the influential…
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