• New Clue Suggests Amazon Fresh in Bensalem May Finally Open

    New Clue Suggests Amazon Fresh in Bensalem May Finally Open

    The biggest mystery in Bensalem—when will the Amazon Fresh store open—may be closer to being solved, writes Jo Ciavaglia for the Bucks County Courier Times.  A recent social media post revealed a Pennsylvania Liquor License application notice in the window of the still-closed store in the Brookwood Shopping Center.   The notice, posted on May…

  • Express Store Closes in Oxford Valley Mall Amid Bankruptcy 

    Express Store Closes in Oxford Valley Mall Amid Bankruptcy 

    The economic downturn has claimed another victim as the Express store in Oxford Valley Mall has permanently closed its doors, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch.   This closure is part of a broader trend, with the fashion retailer recently filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.  Express Inc., based in Columbus, Ohio, filed for bankruptcy…

  • J.Crew Factory Opens New Store at Shops at Valley Square in Warrington

    J.Crew Factory Opens New Store at Shops at Valley Square in Warrington

    The popular retailer J.Crew Factory has opened its doors ahead of schedule at the Shops at Valley Square in Warrington Township, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.   The new store offers J.Crew’s signature styles for men, women, and children at discounted factory prices.  J.Crew Factory, an offshoot of the flagship J.Crew brand, was initially…

  • Trump Store in Bucks County Sees Sales Surge After Conviction

    Trump Store in Bucks County Sees Sales Surge After Conviction

    Following the recent conviction of former President Donald Trump on 34 felony charges, The Trump Store in Bensalem is experiencing a surge in sales, writes Aliya Schneider for The Philadelphia Inquirer.   Co-owner Mike Domanico quickly stocked 50 “Free Trump” T-shirts, anticipating a rush of customers.    By 3 PM Friday, only four shirts remained.  Domanico and…

  • Doylestown’s Barn Plaza Plan for Major Redevelopment Gets Approval

    Doylestown’s Barn Plaza Plan for Major Redevelopment Gets Approval

    The property group redeveloping Doylestown’s Barn Plaza got the green light from the township to move forward with its plan, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times.   The plan includes demolishing structures belonging to Regal Cinema Barn Theater, constructing three new buildings to make space for new retail outlets and restaurants.  …

  • Tesla Rings in First Bucks County Store with Grand Opening Ceremony

    Tesla Rings in First Bucks County Store with Grand Opening Ceremony

    Tesla’s first store in Bucks County recently celebrated its grand opening in Warminster, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch.   The ceremony Thursday featured a ribbon-cutting event, demo drives, a DIY maintenance session, and a showcase of the much-anticipated Cybertruck.  Tesla Warminster, which opened quietly in February after a year of construction, occupies a 56,000-square-foot…

  • Inside the New Dual Supermarket and Toy Store in Philly’s Chinatown

    Inside the New Dual Supermarket and Toy Store in Philly’s Chinatown

    A new Asian grocery store and toy shop recently opened in the heart of Philadelphia’s Chinatown neighborhood, writes Heather J. Chin for Billy Penn at WHYY. The ground floor toy store is named You & Me, while the basement grocery, kitchen, and beauty goods store is named EnJoy Market. The store offers a wide array…

  • Bryn Mawr-born Francis R. Strawbridge III Remembered For Civic Leadership, Chairing Strawbridge & Clothier

    Bryn Mawr-born Francis R. Strawbridge III Remembered For Civic Leadership, Chairing Strawbridge & Clothier

    Francis R. Strawbridge III, Bryn Mawr-born, retired former chairman at Strawbridge & Clothier and longtime civic leader, has passed away at 86, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Strawbridge III was the great-grandson of Strawbridge & Clothier cofounder Justus Strawbridge, serving as chairman of the Philadelphia-based, family-owned department store from 1984 to 1996. Born…

  • South Philly Apparel Company AmorSui Unveils Enhanced Line of PPE

    South Philly Apparel Company AmorSui Unveils Enhanced Line of PPE

    AmorSui, a South Philadelphia apparel company founded in 2020 by Beau Wangtrakuldee, has unveiled its enhanced line of personal protective equipment in hopes of setting higher standards in health care, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Wangtrakuldee is a scientist and entrepreneur who launched the company after a chemical spill in a lab…

  • Kohl’s to Launch New Babies “R” Us Shop in Bensalem as Part of Nationwide Expansion

    Kohl’s to Launch New Babies “R” Us Shop in Bensalem as Part of Nationwide Expansion

    Kohl’s Corp. is set to enhance its store in Bensalem, with the introduction of a Babies “R” Us shop, leading a major rollout of the baby brand in 200 stores across the country, writes Linda Spice for the Philadelphia Business Journal.   Kohl’s Corps’ strategic partnership with WHP Global, owner of the Babies “R” Us…

  • Surfside, the Philadelphia-based Canned Cocktail Brand, Expands and Adds New Flavors

    Surfside, the Philadelphia-based Canned Cocktail Brand, Expands and Adds New Flavors

    The Philadelphia-based canned cocktail brand, Surfside, is expanding across the United States and adding several new flavors, writes Franki Rudnesky for PhillyVoice. Surfside has expanded its distribution to 48 states. To put it into perspective, the brand was available in only seven states at the beginning of 2023. To commemorate the upcoming summer season, Surfside…

  • This South Philly Jeweler is Creating New Ways to Promote Heritage and Combat AAPI Hate

    This South Philly Jeweler is Creating New Ways to Promote Heritage and Combat AAPI Hate

    With May being Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the owner of a South Philadelphia jewelry store is promoting Asian heritage by supporting the work of talented Asian artists, writes Nigel Thompson for KYW Newsradio. Ruben Luna, who runs Workshop Underground on South Street, is hosting the work of artists of all specialties and backgrounds. …

  • Why Newtown Book and Record Exchange is a Must-Visit for Book and Music Lovers

    Why Newtown Book and Record Exchange is a Must-Visit for Book and Music Lovers

    A Newtown bookstore is being highlighted as a top Pennsylvania shop to visit, according to The Keystone.   Newtown Book and Record Exchange has been a cherished local mainstay since 1981.  This beloved shop offers a treasure trove of used books, many of which are in pristine condition, and invites visitors to lose themselves in…

  • Rilling’s Bakery in Warminster Closes Its Doors for Good After 88 Years

    Rilling’s Bakery in Warminster Closes Its Doors for Good After 88 Years

    After 88 years of operation, Rilling’s Bakery at the Davisville Shopping Center in Warminster closed its doors for good earlier this month, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. The owners said it was time to retire and pursue other interests. “Today we closed another chapter,” the bakery wrote in a Facebook post. “It’s bittersweet, rewarding,…

  • Doylestown’s Fred Beans Acquires Four Dealerships in Abington, Boosts Regional Footprint

    Doylestown’s Fred Beans Acquires Four Dealerships in Abington, Boosts Regional Footprint

    Fred Beans, a prominent dealer based in Doylestown, has expanded its reach by acquiring four dealerships and a collision center in Montgomery County from Northern Virginia’s Rosenthal Automotive, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal.   The transaction, finalized on Monday, includes Acura, Honda, Hyundai, and Mazda dealerships along with the Abington Collision Center,…

  • Target Store Set to Replace Former Bon-Ton Site in Doylestown Shopping Center

    Target Store Set to Replace Former Bon-Ton Site in Doylestown Shopping Center

    The Doylestown Shopping Center is set to welcome a new Target store, revitalizing a space left vacant since Bon-Ton’s closure in 2018, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.  Located at North Main Street in Doylestown Borough, the 74,500-square-foot facility is anticipated to open this summer, according to Arrow Real Estate Services.   This new addition…

  • Wawa to Introduce Milkshakes at Newly Renovated North Oxford Valley Road Store 

    Wawa to Introduce Milkshakes at Newly Renovated North Oxford Valley Road Store 

    Wawa is currently revamping its bustling Levittown location at 132 North Oxford Valley Road, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times.   Manager Tony Amato revealed that the site is undergoing a comprehensive makeover. “The entire inside was gutted,” Amato explained, promising a fresh, bright design that will impress patrons.   The exterior…

  • Breezy’s Deli & Market Opens in South Philly, and Its Like a ‘Neighborhood Wawa’

    Breezy’s Deli & Market Opens in South Philly, and Its Like a ‘Neighborhood Wawa’

    When a chef decides to start something similar to Wawa but focused on a neighborhood, the result is the highly anticipated new Breezy’s Deli & Market that opened this past weekend in South Philadelphia, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Chef Chad Durkin spent a decade working on Washington Avenue, on the line that…