Economic Development
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Entrepreneur Danielle Kangas Appointed as Main Street Manager for PBIDMA
The Pottstown Business Improvement District Management Association (PBIDMA) announces the appointment of Danielle Kangas as the new Main Street Manager. With a robust background in both entrepreneurship and technology, Kangas is poised to lead initiatives aimed at the continuation of revitalizing Pottstown’s downtown corridor. “This is not just about managing a district; it’s about bringing…
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‘Cautious Optimism’ the Refrain at Firstrust Bank-Sponsored Chamber Event on State of Region’s Economy
Business and civic leaders from across the region recently gathered for The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia’s annual State of the Economy event, where Anna Paulson, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, offered a wide-ranging assessment of national and regional economic conditions — and what they could mean for jobs,…
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Locals Wait for Updates About the Future of Bensalem’s Neshaminy Mall
As the New Year begins, the future of Neshaminy Mall in Bensalem remains uncertain, with most of the shops closed and spaces left unoccupied, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. The property, which spans 91 acres and 1 million square feet of retail space, was sold to developers over a year ago for $27.5 million. Now, most of the mall…
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Vanguard Releases 2026 Global Economic and Market Outlook
Vanguard has released its annual outlook on the global economy and financial markets. This year’s report, “AI exuberance: Economic upside, stock market downside,” provides investors with an economic roadmap and Vanguard’s updated long-term investment thesis. Vanguard’s global team of economists outlines the impact of artificial intelligence on the trajectory of markets, including how broader adoption of…
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Delaware County Is Home to 4 of Top 5 Most Affordable Philadelphia Suburbs
Staying in one of Philadelphia’s lower-cost boroughs can help travelers stretch their budgets. The surrounding suburbs also offer long-term savings for those considering a permanent move, writes Jess Simms of Islands.com. Four of the five most affordable Philadelphia suburbs are located in Delaware County. Chester ranks as the region’s most affordable suburb and is among…
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Longwood Gardens’ Christmas Festival Drives Economic Boost to Kennett Square
The annual Longwood Christmas festival brings a steady wave of visitors who give Kennett Square and the surrounding towns a noticeable economic boost throughout the holiday season, writes Anthony R. Wood for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Overall, Longwood Gardens has played a “significant role in the area’s growth,” said Nancy Toltain, director of hotel operations at the Hilton Garden…
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Four Developing Projects Coming to Chester County in 2026
Chester County is the place for building, with permits and projects sprouting up every day to take up the next available space. Whether it’s housing, mixed-use, or industrial, these projects vitalize the county and bring new milestones. Most of these projects have been approved and will start their construction or planning process in the next…
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DCED Secretary to Speak at the 60th Anniversary Celebration of Pottstown’s Lead Economic Development Organization
Pottstown Area Economic Development (PAED) will celebrate its 60th Anniversary with a special Pottstown Progress luncheon on November 13, 2025, at Brookside Country Club in Pottstown. This celebration recognizes PAED’s work in bringing this post-industrial borough into the 21st century. As part of the celebration, PAED is pleased to announce Secretary Rick Siger of the…
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Six Bucks County Companies Make List of the Largest Women-Owned Businesses in Greater Philadelphia
Several Bucks County businesses made a recent list of the 75 largest women-owned businesses in the Greater Philadelphia area, reports Todd Romero for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The first Bucks County business on the list, ranked at No. 9, is Just in Time GCP. This Warrington-based company is 100 percent women-owned and employs 27 individuals…
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Elites, A-List Celebrities Are Finding Their New Escape in New Hope
As some of the most famous glamorous retreats like Aspen and Palm Beach start to lose their luster, the elite have found a new escape in New Hope, writes Maureen Coulter for Philadelphia Magazine. There has been an invasion of A-list celebrities in the charming Bucks County town, with big names including actor Bradley Cooper,…
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Eight Bucks County Companies Among Largest 150 Employers in Region
Eight Bucks County companies were among the 150 largest employers in Greater Philadelphia, writes Todd Romero for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Woods System of Care in Langhorne came the highest in Bucks County at No. 14, with all of its 6,500 employees based in the region, most of them in Bucks County. Next is Peddler’s…
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Irish Firm PM Group Invests $495K in Conshohocken Hub
Irish-based design and construction leader PM Group is making a bigger investment in Montco, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The company announced it will put $495,000 into its Conshohocken offices at 300 Barr Harbor Drive, creating 48 new jobs while retaining its current workforce. The expansion strengthens Conshohocken’s role in the region’s booming life…
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Conshohocken Residents Push Back on Proposed AI Data Center
A plan to transform the former Cleveland-Cliffs steel mill in Plymouth Township into a massive AI data center has sparked intense debate in Conshohocken, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Developer Brian O’Neill wants to repurpose the 66-acre site on Conshohocken Road into a 2-million-square-foot facility spanning 10 buildings. The project promises jobs and…
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Five Bucks County Companies Rank in the Region’s Fastest-Growing Businesses
Five Bucks County companies are on the Philadelphia Business Journal’s 2025 list of Greater Philadelphia’s fastest-growing companies based on average two-year revenue growth, according to a staff report from the Philadelphia Business Journal. To qualify for the list, the companies needed to have a minimum revenue of $750,000 in 2022—the first year of consideration—and increased…
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Three Collar Counties Putting Local Protections on LGBTQ Residents
Montgomery, Delaware, and Chester counties are moving to shield their LGBTQ residents from discrimination at the local level, writes Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Over the course of a month, the three counties have moved to enact policies that prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. They have also established boards where…
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Dwight City Group and PAED Drive Pottstown’s Next Chapter with 110 New Apartments
New York’s Dwight City Group is going all in on Pottstown. The developer is turning the former underutilized factory at 274 North Hanover Street into 85 new apartments. The project, which broke ground this summer, will feature amenities that today’s tenants are seeking, such as remote-work lounges, fitness areas, and a rooftop deck with panoramic…
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Montco Remains Region’s Strongest Suburban Economy Amid Shift
Montgomery County continues to anchor the Philadelphia region’s suburban economy, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Montco has stronger office leasing activity than the city and a long record as the top base for office-sector jobs. But a new report from the Center City District shows that Philadelphia has just inched past Montco in…
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Bucks County Leadership: Peggy Lee-Clark, Executive Director, Pottstown Area Economic Development
Peggy Lee-Clark, Executive Director of Pottstown Area Economic Development (PAED), spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up in King of Prussia, singing and acting in school plays, and exploring the fields of retail, restaurants, and hospitality. Although Lee-Clark did not take to higher education easily as a new high school graduate, she continued pursuing formal…
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