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For Retirees, Some Welcome Social Security and Other Benefits Increases to Help Ease Impacts of Inflation
With inflation at multi-decade highs, retirees are feeling the squeeze as they grapple with the effects of rising prices on gasoline, housing, medical expenses, and groceries, to name a few. With the Federal Reserve aggressively fighting inflation by raising short-term interest rates, both the stock and bond markets have experienced substantial declines, adding further stress…
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10 Hints to Make the Most of Your Year-end Planning
It is never wise to become too complacent with not keeping an eye on your finances. You might assume everything is fine, but some of your long-term investments could be going off track without you even realizing. The investment bank J.P. Morgan shared some of their expertise for what a good yearly routine looks like…
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Citadel Credit Union to Give Away Signed Bryce Harper Jersey as Part of Philadelphia Red Pride Sweepstakes
With the entire Delaware Valley swept up in baseball fever, Citadel Credit Union is excited to give away a signed Bryce Harper jersey as part of its Philadelphia Red Pride Sweepstakes. To enter the sweepstakes, you must: Follow @CitadelBanking. Like and share this Instagram post to your story. Tag five friends in the comment section…
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Two Financial Consultants Celebrate Their Grand Openings in Newtown, Will Work Next Door to Each Other
Two financial consultants just celebrated their new offices opening in Bucks County, and they will be working literally side-by-side. Diener Money Management and Oak & Stone Capital Advisors just celebrated their new locations opening to the public this past weekend. With several local companies attending the event to provide food and drinks, the two financial…
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Firstrust Bank Gives Area Eagles Fans One More Reason to Root for High-Scoring Victories
The interest annual percentage yield of a Firstrust CD has the potential to benefit purchasers based on the performance of the undefeated 2022 Eagles. The bank’s Phila. Eagles Touchdown CD is a seven-month Certificate of Deposit with an annual percentage yield of three percent (currently) on a $2,500-minimum initial purchase. From there, the score of…
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There’s No Such Thing As A Normal Recession
With how out of whack the current economy is, many are speculating that we may soon be once again entering a recession (if we are not in one already). Situations like this often have people wanting to look to the past to learn what to expect. However, according to Fred Hubler on BCTV.org, it can…
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Penn Community Bank’s Bernard Tynes Explains Corporate Commitment to Greater-Good Banking
Penn Community Bank has sharpened its long-standing, deep-seated commitment to the neighbors and families it serves in a business initiative branded “Greater-Good Banking.” Bernard Tynes has been promoted to EVP/Chief Marketing and Impact Officer to lead the effort. His repositioning is part of an institutional realignment of top executives and departments to meet the changing…
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Meridian Bank Supports Opening of First All-Ages Community Center
While Meridian Bank offers a full range of banking services and specializes in commercial as well as residential loans, the bank is also an active member within the community that takes care to join in local events. Meridian Bank CEO Chris Annas participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremonies for the opening of the ACCESS Community Center…
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New Hope-Based Healthcare Company Receives the Top Venture Capital Deal in the Philadelphia Area
A Bucks County healthcare company was recently listed as having received one of the best venture capital deals in the area this past year. Ryan Mulligan wrote about the local company for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Orchestra BioMed, located at 296 Union Square Drive in New Hope, closed on a $100 million funding deal before…
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WSFS Bank Teams Up with Sharing Excess and Sunday Breakfast Mission to Fight Food Insecurity Across Region
WSFS Bank has launched its annual Fall Food Drive to combat food insecurity across the Greater Philadelphia and Delaware region. WSFS banking office locations in Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania will serve as food deposit centers for WSFS associates, customers, and members of the community to donate nonperishable food items through Dec. 31. According to…
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Despite Losing 60% of its Value this Year, Experts Say Bitcoin Could Rebound Big in 2023
Per the financial magazine Barron’s, Bitcoin is having a really rough year. To be exact, 2022 has been the worst year for the cryptocurrency since 2010, the year after it was first created. This year saw its value plummet by almost 60%. This has many saying that the bottom has finally fallen out on cryptocurrency…
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Doylestown Health Foundation Receives Grant for Infant Protection Project
Doylestown Health Foundation has received a grant from Community Project Funding for its Doylestown Hospital Infant Protection Project. Staff writers at the Lower Bucks Times wrote about the recent grant. The grant was announced by U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, who introduced the Community Project Funding into the FY2022 Consolidated Appropriations Act as part of the…
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Newtown Township Ambulance Squad Needs More Public Funding to Continue Answering Emergency Calls
The Newtown Township Ambulance Squad is financially strapped and desperately needs more public funding to continue answering life-saving emergency calls. Emily Rizzo wrote about the funding for WHYY. According to the leaders of the ambulance squad that serves Newtown Borough and Newtown Township, they are facing the same financial issues as other emergency medical services…
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Bristol Business Center Listed as the Best Office Complexes in the Philadelphia Area
A Bucks County business center was recently voted as one of the best in the Philadelphia area, a major achievement for the local area. Todd Romero wrote about the best business spots for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Grundy Commons, located at 925 Canal Street, made the list of 25 best office complexes in the…
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WSFS CARES Foundation Provides Grants to Six Community Organizations in the Tri-State Area
The WSFS CARES Foundation, the charitable giving arm of WSFS Bank, has provided grants to six community organizations across its footprint as part of its continuing series of philanthropic activities. The grants, approved in the third quarter by the WSFS CARES Foundation board, will support the following organizations: Beat the Streets Philadelphia ($15,000): BTSP is…
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This Bucks County Town Will Soon Have a New Monument, a Perfect Spot for Local Advertisers
Another massive monument will soon grace the roads of Bucks County, with local advertisers eyeing the upcoming structure. Damon C. Williams wrote about the new structure for the Bucks County Courier Times. A 40-foot sign, with a digital screen and clock, is set to be erected in Bensalem in the near future. Once established as…
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Respected Professor, Newtown Resident Remembered for his Contributions to the Field of Microeconomics
A well-respected economics professor, who called Bucks County his home, is being remembered for his work in his field of choice. Roy Radner recently passed away at the age of 95. A resident of Newtown, he was a well-known and widely respected teacher and researcher in the field of microeconomics, of which he was a…
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Firstrust Bank Pairs the Fightin’ Phils with Local Child Fighting a Medical Foe of His Own
As the Phils spent an Aug. 23 night squeaking by the Cincinnati Reds in a ninth-inning nail-biter, one fan was not only thrilled to watch the win, but he was also experiencing a dream-come-true moment with his family. Thanks to support from Firstrust Bank and Casey Cares Foundation (a Maryland charitable organization that uplifts critically…
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