Retail
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Comcast Celebrates 2 New Xfinity Stores in Villanova, Springfield
Comcast was recently joined by the Main Line Chamber of Commerce and the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the opening of two Xfinity stores in Villanova and Springfield. The openings also including charitable donations from Comcast to the local community. Villanova Xfinity The Main Line Chamber of Commerce was on hand March…
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Giant Food Store Coming Soon to Jenkintown – Here’s What to Expect
Jenkintown is about to get a fresh new shopping option, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Giant Food Stores prepares to open its first location in the borough. The 50,000-square-foot supermarket, located at Old York Road and Wyncote Road, is part of a redevelopment project aimed at enhancing the area. This new addition is part…
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Easter Candies and Treats May Be Pricier This Year, Skips Candy Corner Chocolatier Explains Why
Popular Easter candies and treats may have higher price tags this year, with environmental factors as the main culprits, according to a local chocolatier, writes Wakisha Bailey for CBS News Philadelphia. Kimberly Pietrak, owner of Skips Candy Corner in Peddler’s Village, is busy making chocolate rabbits, carrots, eggs, and dark chocolate–covered pretzels, ideal for Easter…
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Wawa Hosts Roanoke Community Event as It Expands in Virginia
Wawa is introducing itself to the Roanoke community April 1 with a Community Partnership Event as it launches its first wave of a Wawa “Westward Virginia Expansion,” reports 10 News. Wawa will provide updates on stores opening in the region along with general timeframes for construction, investments in the local communities and market projections. Wawa…
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Philadelphia’s Fishtown Seafood Finding Ways to Navigate On-Again, Off-Again Tariffs on Canada Imports
Bryan Szeliga, owner of Fishtown Seafood in Philadelphia, has been trying to find the best way to navigate the Trump administration’s on-again, off-again tariffs on imports from Canada, writes Mae Anderson for AP News. In their latest iteration, the 25 percent tariffs went into effect last week but were suspended on some items for a…
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Mitchell & Ness Displays Renewed Commitment to Philadelphia With Major Announcements
For Mitchell & Ness, 2025 is a year of new beginnings as the vintage sports apparel company has made three major announcements, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The company has announced that it will be moving to a larger location in Center City, more specifically at the 16,000 square-foot retail space on Walnut…
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Prime Retail Property Near King of Prussia Mall Hits Market with Top Tenants Secured
A brand-new retail hotspot is coming to the bustling King of Prussia area, and it’s up for grabs, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. This 10,000-square-foot building at 129 S. Gulph Road is hitting the market for $13.29 million, offering an exciting opportunity for an investor looking to own prime real estate with…
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Joann Closing Two Bucks County Locations, Leases Headed for Auction
Joann, the Ohio-based fabric and craft retailer, is closing all of its stores in the Philadelphia region, including two in Bucks County, writes Mary Vanac for the Philadelphia Business Journal. A New York real estate advisory firm will auction the company’s 790 retail stores and five distribution center leases for its new owners. At the…
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Nike’s Jordan Brand World of Flight Store One Step Closer to Opening Planned Center City Store
A major hurdle has been cleared in regards to Nike’s plan of opening a new World of Flight store in Center City, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. The city recently approved the changes the company had proposed to make to the Walnut Street storefront in which the business will operate. The planned Philadelphia store would…
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Two Philadelphia Forever 21 Locations to Close As Retailer Seeks Buyer
Forever 21 is set to join the growing list of retail stores that have been closing both in the region and nationwide. The retail apparel brand recently announced the likelihood of closing all of its Pennsylvania stores, including two in Philadelphia, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The news comes as the retailer searches…
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Some Smaller Wawa’s Are Being Pushed Out by Super Wawa Option
The Collingswood Wawa store on Haddon Avenue in New Jersey is one of the latest victims of a trend at the Delaware County-based corporation to phase out its older, smaller stores with Super Wawas, writes Michelle Myers for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Customers thought the store would only close temporarily for “necessary repairs,” but Wawa announced…
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Big Blue Swim School Set to Make a Splash in Fairless Hills Next Week
Big Blue Swim School is set to open next week in Fairless Hills, with classes beginning Monday at the pool in the Fairless Hills Shopping Center, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. To celebrate its grand opening, the school is offering 50 percent off the first eight lessons. The new location, opened…
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Worst Wawa Parking Lot Is Right Here in Montgomery County
While Wawa reigns as the go-to spot for quick bites and convenience, its parking lots often fall short of perfection, writes Gianna for 94.5 PST. Recently, the Philadelphia Magazine made a list of the top five worst Wawa parking lots in Greater Philadelphia, and while several turned out to actually be in New Jersey, the…
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Bensalem-Based Philly Pretzel Factory Opening Its First Florida Location
Bensalem-based Philly Pretzel Factory is bringing authentic Philadelphia soft pretzels to Florida with its upcoming Orlando location, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The first of several shops planned for the Orlando area is expected to open later this year. The new location will offer all the fan favorites, from traditional soft pretzels and…
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Holicong Bakery, Known for Its Inclusive Workplace, Celebrates Anniversary by Giving Back
Holicong-based Bake Ability, a popular local bakery fostering an inclusive work environment for people with disabilities, is celebrating its anniversary this month by giving back to the community, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Since first opening in 2021, Bake Ability has created meaningful job opportunities for disabled individuals while also serving high-quality, homemade treats.…
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West Whiteland Township Blocks Demolition, Development of Exton Square Mall
The West Whiteland Township Board of Supervisors recently approved an ordinance that blocks the large, proposed development of Exton Square Mall, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. After the public hearing, where many residents voiced their disapproval for the sizeable development, the three-member board voted unanimously. The Exton Square Mall sits on a…
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Conshohocken-Based IKEA Scores Big with Latest Throwback Furniture Line
IKEA, the Swedish furniture giant with its U.S. headquarters in Conshohocken, has struck gold with the latest throwback furniture line, which is rapidly selling out everywhere, writes Tina Chadha for the House Beautiful. To mark its 80th anniversary, IKEA has reintroduced iconic vintage pieces from the archives, reimagined in vibrant colors that are guaranteed to…
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Joann Fabrics Closing Three Bucks County Stores
Fabric and crafting store Joann Fabrics is set to close over half of its locations nationwide, including three in Bucks County, writes Mary Walrath-Holdridge for the Bucks County Courier Times. The embattled retailer recently filed a court document listing “underperforming” stores it plans to close “immediately.” Among the 500 locations, 33 are in Pennsylvania. Joann…
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