• C&N Shares 5 Steps to a Strong Business Plan

    C&N Shares 5 Steps to a Strong Business Plan

    When business owners inquire about a business loan, it’s important for lenders to gauge how much knowledge and experience they have of their industry. Comprehensive awareness of a business’s surroundings is one of the most crucial aspects of a business plan. Lenders want to see that a customer can demonstrate a robust knowledge of their…

  • DelVal’s Spring Concert Series Concludes with Two Upcoming Performances

    DelVal’s Spring Concert Series Concludes with Two Upcoming Performances

    Delaware Valley University’s spring concert series concludes with two upcoming performances. Both concerts are free and open to the public. The first performance features the University Chorus Concert on Monday, April 28 at 7 PM. The next night, the Instrumental Concert takes the stage, featuring DelVal students and members of the community. That show also…

  • DelVal Offers Summer Fun and Learning with Kids U! and Inspire U! Camps

    DelVal Offers Summer Fun and Learning with Kids U! and Inspire U! Camps

    Spark your summer with new experiences! Delaware Valley University’s popular Kids U! and Inspire U! summer camps are back, offering a wide array of engaging and educational experiences for children and teens of all ages. With limited spaces available, parents are encouraged to register their kids now for a summer filled with fun, friendship, and…

  • IBX Teams Up with Isaac Health on New Way to Support Brain Health

    IBX Teams Up with Isaac Health on New Way to Support Brain Health

    Independence Blue Cross knows that the brain is at the center of everything a person does, and that keeping it healthy is essential to their well-being. Keeping this and the cognitive well-being of its members at the forefront, IBX has teamed up with Isaac Health, a virtual-first clinic that provides brain health and dementia care. Through…

  • C&N Helps Kids and Teens Understand the Power of Saving

    C&N Helps Kids and Teens Understand the Power of Saving

    It’s never too early — or too late — to teach kids the value of saving money. Whether they’re tucking away spare change in a piggy bank or setting a goal for their first car, helping children and teens understand how saving works builds essential habits for the future. Start with a Simple Goal Children…

  • All Three of DelVal’s Equestrian Teams Qualify for Nationals

    All Three of DelVal’s Equestrian Teams Qualify for Nationals

    All three of Delaware Valley University’s equestrian competition teams — Dressage, Hunt Seat, and Western — successfully qualified for their respective national championship events, with teams and individual riders set to compete for top honors in the nation. The Dressage team is sending five individual student-athletes to nationals in four different events: The Hunt Seat…

  • DelVal Students Attend the North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge

    DelVal Students Attend the North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge

    Four Delaware Valley University recently students participated in the 2025 North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge in Gainesville, Fla. The 22nd annual event brought together approximately 260 students from colleges and universities across the U.S. and Canada. This year’s event was hosted by the Southern Region and based at the University of Florida. Dairy Challenge is…

  • Holy Family University to Honor CEO of Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center at Commencement

    Holy Family University to Honor CEO of Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center at Commencement

    Holy Family University will recognize Louis P. Kassa III, President and CEO of the Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center (PABC), with an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters at its 2025 Graduate Commencement Ceremony on May 17. Kassa will serve as the keynote speaker for both the undergraduate and graduate ceremonies. Kassa leads the Doylestown-based PABC, a nonprofit…

  • How to Help Your Small Business Navigate Uncertain Economic Times

    How to Help Your Small Business Navigate Uncertain Economic Times

    Late in 2024, economic forecasts for this year were mostly positive. However, the first part of 2025 has held more surprises than many business owners would prefer. While economic uncertainty presents challenges, for a well-prepared small business, it can also present opportunities. Here’s how to help ensure your business succeeds, no matter the circumstances. 1.…

  • Collaborative Growth: How Giunta’s Furniture Reignited Sales with Help from Fractional CRO from MyOfficeOps

    Collaborative Growth: How Giunta’s Furniture Reignited Sales with Help from Fractional CRO from MyOfficeOps

    As a locally owned, family-run business known for its curated home furnishings and personalized boutique experience, Giunta’s Furniture has been a staple in Chester County for more thana 15 years. However, like many small businesses with deep roots, the team at Giunta’s began to notice a troubling trend: sales had plateaued, customer growth had slowed,…

  • Rugby’s Rise in Southeastern Pennsylvania: Media Rugby Club, PTZOptics Lead the Charge

    Rugby’s Rise in Southeastern Pennsylvania: Media Rugby Club, PTZOptics Lead the Charge

    Rugby is gaining momentum across the United States — but here in Southeastern Pennsylvania, it’s not just growing. It’s thriving. At the heart of this movement is Media Rugby Football Club, a nonprofit that’s been a part of the fabric of Delaware County since 1978. For more than 40 years, Media Rugby has brought together…

  • Ending the Curse of Billy Penn

    Ending the Curse of Billy Penn

    Under a long-standing gentleman’s agreement, no building in Philadelphia could rise higher than the hat of William Penn’s statue atop City Hall. But in 1987, after that agreement was violated, Philadelphia’s formerly successful pro sports teams just stopped winning championships. The result: Philly went from four pro teams fighting for championships in 1980 to zero wins after 1986. …

  • LIHEAP Deadline Approaching: PECO Customers Urged to Act Now

    LIHEAP Deadline Approaching: PECO Customers Urged to Act Now

    PECO is urging eligible customers to apply now for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) before the application deadline on April 18. This federally funded program provides grants of up to $1,000 to help income-qualified households pay their energy bills. Assistance is available while funds last and is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.…

  • DelVal Dairy Society Exceeds Expectations at 24th Annual Dairy Sale

    DelVal Dairy Society Exceeds Expectations at 24th Annual Dairy Sale

    Students from the Delaware Valley University Dairy Society recently hosted the 24th annual DVU Green & Gold Spectacular Dairy Sale and grossed more than $210,000 on 96 lots sold, surpassing the previous record for the sale set in 2007. The annual Dairy Sale takes place at DelVal’s equestrian center and is completely student-run. The club…

  • IBX Teams Up with National Fitness Campaign to Bring Free Outdoor Fitness Centers to Region

    IBX Teams Up with National Fitness Campaign to Bring Free Outdoor Fitness Centers to Region

    Independence Blue Cross and National Fitness Campaign are now collaborating to increase access to free outdoor fitness options in communities throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania. Municipalities, schools, and other organizations in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties that own accessible public space may now apply for grant funding to assist in building Fitness Courts, courtesy of IBX and…

  • Haverford Systems Brings High-Tech Edge to Local Steakhouse’s Upscale Dining Experience

    Haverford Systems Brings High-Tech Edge to Local Steakhouse’s Upscale Dining Experience

    On High Street in West Chester, a 19th-century neoclassical bank stood as a pillar of Pennsylvanian ambition for more than 150 years. Its vaults eventually closed, though, and the building laid still, yearning for a return to glory. John O’Connell sparked its revival when he acquired the First National Bank building in 2023 and began…

  • Daniel B. Green House Honored as One of Last Year’s 30 Best Real Estate Deals in Greater Philadelphia

    Daniel B. Green House Honored as One of Last Year’s 30 Best Real Estate Deals in Greater Philadelphia

    The Daniel B. Green House, an affordable housing community for low-income seniors that broke ground last year in Trevose, was recently honored by the Philadelphia Business Journal as one of the 30 Best Real Estate Deals in Greater Philadelphia in 2024. Furthermore, the project earned third place in the Affordable Housing category. Set to welcome…

  • Rothman Launches ‘Your Mobility, Our Mission’ Campaign to Inspire Movement Across Generations

    Rothman Launches ‘Your Mobility, Our Mission’ Campaign to Inspire Movement Across Generations

    Rothman Orthopaedics has launched its newest marketing campaign — entitled “Your Mobility, Our Mission” — designed to highlight the internationally recognized institute’s commitment to restoring movement and improving the quality of life for patients of all ages. “Throughout our offices, our providers see a wide range of patients across different generations, the commonality between most…