• Growing Enrollment Drives Holy Family University’s Residential Development Plans in Bucks County

    Growing Enrollment Drives Holy Family University’s Residential Development Plans in Bucks County

    Fueled by significant enrollment growth, Holy Family University has unveiled plans for a 288-unit residential complex on its Newtown East campus, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The construction would mark the school’s first housing project there since it acquired the property in 1994. The project at 1 Campus Drive calls for 288…

  • Local Business Owners Connect with the Future of A/V

    Local Business Owners Connect with the Future of A/V

    Delaware Valley businesses got a look down the fairway of audiovisual technology recently at the HavaTech Showcase presented by Haverford Systems at Topgolf in King of Prussia. The late-August event featured a wide variety of vendors in the A/V space who were there to share their future-ready products, technology, and services with dozens of IT…

  • PECO Again Recognized as National Leader for Driving Jobs and Investment to the Region

    PECO Again Recognized as National Leader for Driving Jobs and Investment to the Region

    PECO has once again been recognized as a national leader for its work to drive economic growth and job creation across southeastern Pennsylvania, according to new rankings by Site Selection magazine. Based on responses to an annual survey and research by Site Selection staff among utilities with active economic development departments, PECO has been named…

  • ACJ Survey Finds Eagles Fans Brimming with Confidence as 2025 Season Kicks Off

    ACJ Survey Finds Eagles Fans Brimming with Confidence as 2025 Season Kicks Off

    American Community Journals recently surveyed readers to get their impressions of the Philadelphia Eagles, as they prepare to defend their Super Bowl title. The 10-question survey was completed by 440 people, and the responses reveal an overwhelmingly positive outlook. For a fan base often defined by its skepticism, such unity around optimism is refreshing. Perhaps…

  • Helping Kids Thrive: Emotional Support Strategies for the School Year

    Helping Kids Thrive: Emotional Support Strategies for the School Year

    Understand What’s Beneath the Behavior For many children and adults, the fall season brings a sense of renewal. Parents often feel relieved to return to daily routines after the unstructured summer months. Kids may be excited to meet new teachers and make new friends. But for some children, the school year can trigger anxiety, mood…

  • How PECO Green Region Grants Help Sustain Wissahickon Valley Park

    How PECO Green Region Grants Help Sustain Wissahickon Valley Park

    For two decades, the PECO Green Region Open Space program, powered in partnership with Natural Lands, has helped transform the region’s parks, trails, and public green spaces. That impact is seen vividly through organizations like Friends of the Wissahickon, the nonprofit steward of Philadelphia’s treasured Wissahickon Valley Park. Since 2007, Friends of the Wissahickon has received multiple PECO Green…

  • BUCKSCO Careers – Firstrust Bank

    BUCKSCO Careers – Firstrust Bank

    Founded 90 years ago, Firstrust Bank is the largest family-owned commercial bank in the region. Firstrust’s promise is to empower its customers’ success by offering them the most tailored, state-of-the-art banking solutions they can get, along with advice on how to best manage their finances, build their businesses, and overcome financial challenges. Firstrust is looking…

  • Off the Beaten Path: Unpacking Some of Pennsylvania’s Curious Roadside Attractions

    Off the Beaten Path: Unpacking Some of Pennsylvania’s Curious Roadside Attractions

    Nothing beats a summer road trip with windows down, music playing, and the open road stretching ahead. But no adventure is complete without those unexpected stops: silly, unique, and odd places that capture your imagination, causing you to pull over and explore. For American Adventures Month, we’re spotlighting charming, eccentric, and memorable roadside attractions in…

  • Mid Penn Bank Hires Jaime Hamilton to Support Commercial Lending Efforts in Central New Jersey

    Mid Penn Bank Hires Jaime Hamilton to Support Commercial Lending Efforts in Central New Jersey

    Mid Penn Bank has hired Jaime Hamilton as First Vice President and Commercial Loan Officer. In this role, she will support the bank’s commercial lending efforts in central New Jersey and will be based in the bank’s New Brunswick office, reporting to Keith Rada, Senior Vice President and Regional President. Hamilton brings more than 20…

  • Child Support in 2026: What Pennsylvania’s New Guidelines Could Mean for You

    Child Support in 2026: What Pennsylvania’s New Guidelines Could Mean for You

    By Katie Daly For many Pennsylvanians who pay or receive child support, their only interaction with the Pennsylvania State Collection and Disbursement Unit (PASCDU) is at the very beginning of the process — when a support Order is first established. You file or receive a support complaint, submit your income documents to the domestic relations…

  • New Accreditations Awarded to Programs in Eastern University’s College of Education and Behavioral Sciences

    New Accreditations Awarded to Programs in Eastern University’s College of Education and Behavioral Sciences

    Programs within Eastern University’s College of Education and Behavioral Sciences recently earned two major accreditations that recognize its strength and ability to successfully prepare students for impactful careers. The Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education received accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) through the year 2030. NAEYC accreditation has…

  • Eagles Legend Brandon Graham Lends His ‘Edge’ to Local Businesses Through Bold Firstrust Bank Campaign

    Eagles Legend Brandon Graham Lends His ‘Edge’ to Local Businesses Through Bold Firstrust Bank Campaign

    Eagles legend Brandon Graham knows a thing or two about the edge, considering how he terrorized opposing quarterbacks as an edge rusher throughout his 15-year career with the Eagles. Now, instead of retreating into retirement, the two-time Super Bowl champion is joining forces with Firstrust Bank to help local businesses sharpen their competitive edge. Firstrust…

  • Now Underway, Eagles Radiothon Benefits Autism Research, Advocacy, Empathy

    Now Underway, Eagles Radiothon Benefits Autism Research, Advocacy, Empathy

    The annual Eagles Radiothon — a two-week auction of Eagles memorabilia and unique experiences with players, coaches, and executives — is officially underway. Brought to life by the Eagles Autism Foundation in partnership with SportsRadio 94WIP, the Radiothon offers fans unparalleled access to one-of-a-kind opportunities, like game‑day packages, front‑office VIP experiences, Super Bowl LX access, player…

  • Firstrust Bank Proud to Once Again Support Annual Community Appreciation Day in Point Breeze

    Firstrust Bank Proud to Once Again Support Annual Community Appreciation Day in Point Breeze

    The Point Breeze neighborhood of South Philadelphia is gearing up for a day of celebration, connection, and community pride. On Saturday, Aug. 23, residents and visitors alike are invited to Point Breeze Avenue and Tasker Street for the annual Community Appreciation Day, running from 12-8 PM. The event will feature a wide range of activities…

  • IRS to End Paper Refund Checks by September; Here’s What You Need to Know

    IRS to End Paper Refund Checks by September; Here’s What You Need to Know

    Effective Sept. 30, 2025, the IRS will stop issuing paper refund checks, requiring taxpayers to receive payments electronically, advises DunlapSLK, a CPA and business advisory firm based in Chalfont. This change means U.S. citizens must have a U.S.-based bank or credit union account to receive refunds through direct deposit, a move designed to speed up…

  • Go Birds! Take Our Quick Eagles Fan Survey

    Go Birds! Take Our Quick Eagles Fan Survey

    As defending Super Bowl champions, the Philadelphia Eagles are soaring into the 2025 season with the Delaware Valley buzzing. But before the first snap, we want to hear from you — the fans who bleed green. Whether you’re a season-ticket holder, armchair quarterback, or just in it for the touchdowns and tailgates, we invite you…

  • Beauty or Beast: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act and Key Tax Changes to Prepare For

    Beauty or Beast: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act and Key Tax Changes to Prepare For

    The passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act has many excited for extensions from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act legislation. Others are feeling disheartened by the significant cuts made to important programs like Medicaid and SNAP. Regardless of your personal viewpoint, from a planning standpoint, it’s important to understand what it means…

  • GMercyU Ranked Among the Safest Colleges in America

    GMercyU Ranked Among the Safest Colleges in America

    Gwynedd Mercy University ranks among the top six percent of the Safest Colleges in the U.S. and is the Second Safest in the Philadelphia region, according to recent rankings by Niche.com. Niche.com, renowned for its comprehensive methodology in evaluating campus safety, analyzed data from the U.S. Department of Education alongside student and alumni feedback to determine…