Retail
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Five Below’s Turnaround, Lifting Stock Threefold, Can Be Credited to This Shopping Demographic
A renewed focus on teen shoppers has helped Philadelphia-based Five Below offset tariff pressures, positioning the retailer as one of retail’s standout comeback stories, writes Rachel Phua for Bloomberg. Following a five-year stock low that was triggered by President Donald Trump’s April 2024 tariff announcement, the retailer reworked its strategy around licensed products tied to…
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Lahaska’s Peddler’s Village Appoints Founders’ Daughter as New CEO
Donna Jamison Cave has assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer at Peddler’s Village following the departure of Bob McGowan, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. For the past decade, Cave served as the chair of the board of directors at Peddler’s Village. In her new role, she will be in charge of long-term planning…
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King of Prussia’s David’s Bridal Takes Valentine’s Day to Times Square
King of Prussia-based David’s Bridal took center stage in New York City this Valentine’s Day, highlighting flexible payment options for couples planning their big day, according to PYMNTS. The wedding retailer partnered with digital payments platform Sezzle to sponsor the annual Love in Times Square event, where weddings, vow renewals and proposals unfolded in the…
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IKEA Doubles Down on Smaller Stores as Global Closures Make Headlines
While IKEA has announced several showroom closures globally, the bigger story locally is the company’s pivot toward smaller “plan and order” locations, according to Jess Rohan for The Bucks County Courier Times. The strategy is already taking shape in the Philadelphia suburbs. IKEA is maintaining its two full-scale area stores in South Philadelphia and Conshohocken,…
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McCaffrey’s Market Reveals Plans for New Grocery Store in Doylestown
Bucks County-based McCaffrey’s Market recently revealed plans to open a new full-service store in Doylestown’s Mercer Square Shopping Center at the current Weis Markets site, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. Weis Markets, based in Pennsylvania, has operated the location since 2012 after purchasing the Genuardi’s Family Market store from Safeway. The new McCaffrey’s Market, which will span 51,000 square feet, will open early next…
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A Local Guide to 16 (Plus 1) Standout Chocolate Shops Across the Delaware Valley
Valentine’s Day calls for chocolate done right, and the Delaware Valley delivers. Across Philadelphia, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Bucks counties, these 16 (plus 1!) chocolate shops offer everything from refined truffles and Belgian classics to playful dipped treats and hand-painted bars. Some are longtime family businesses. Others lean creative and unexpected. Together, they show the…
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Sheetz Scoping Out Wawa’s Home Turf with a Chadds Ford Store Proposal
Sheetz is thinking of opening a 24/7 convenience store with gas pumps in the Painters Crossing Shopping Center at 1201 Wilmington Pike, Chadds Ford, writes Rich Schwartzman for Chadds Ford Live. That’s a mere 17-minute drive, or 8.9 miles, from Wawa’s headquarters at 260 W. Baltimore Pike in Chester Heights. There is some confusion over…
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After Over Three Decades, Musical Instrument Store in Ottsville Set to Close
Tinicum Guitar Barn in Ottsville will close this spring after more than three decades of buying, selling, and trading used and vintage guitars, amplifiers, and more, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ 69 News. Founded in 1993 by husband-and-wife team Karl and Idarose Huf, the family-owned and operated shop has helped thousands of musicians, from beginners…
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West Chester’s QVC Refreshes Lineup with Batch of New Wellness and Beauty Brands
QVC is updating its product lineup this year by introducing new wellness and beauty brands, that highlight the category’s growing importance to the West Chester-based retailer, writes Tatiana Walk-Morris for the Retail Drive. “We’re excited to welcome innovative new brands while continuing to deliver the fan-favorites our customers trust, making it easier to discover solutions that help you look and feel…
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Di Bruno Bros. Planning to Close Ardmore Gourmet Market
Di Bruno Bros. is expected to close three of its five gourmet markets in the coming weeks, including the location at the Ardmore Farmer’s Market, write Denali Sagner and Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. While Wakefern Food Corp. spokesperson Maureen Gillespie, whose company acquired Di Bruno’s brand in 2024, said closing dates were not…
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Shop, Dine, and Support These Black-Owned Businesses in Bucks County
Whether you’re looking for a place to eat or a fun store to explore, visit and support these Black-owned businesses around Bucks County, writes staff for Visit Bucks County. Newtown’s Mamie Colette is an artisan bakery offering French viennoiserie. The menu features a range of delicious options, made with quality ingredients by a dedicated team. So Fresh So Green Cafe in…
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WSJ: Amazon Fresh in Willow Grove Among Stores Set to Close Nationwide
Amazon is shutting down its physical grocery stores nationwide, a move that will include the Amazon Fresh location in Willow Grove, according to The Wall Street Journal. The company announced it will close all Amazon Fresh and Amazon Go stores as it shifts its focus to online same-day delivery and expands its Whole Foods Market…
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Amazon Closing All Physical Stores, Including Three Around Bucks County
Amazon recently announced that it will be closing its Amazon Fresh and Amazon Go stores, including locations in Middletown, Bensalem, and Warrington, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. The company announced it would be shifting its focus to investing more in its Whole Foods Market presence. “After a careful evaluation of the business and…
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The Math Behind Sheetz Opening Across From Wawa in Limerick
The arrival of Sheetz in Limerick isn’t just about brand rivalry, writes Michael Tanenbaum for The Philly Voice. The move is a calculated economic play rooted in traffic patterns, pricing strategy and consumer behavior. Sheetz will open its first Montco location Feb. 12 on Ridge Pike in Limerick Township, directly across from a Wawa. For…
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Former Regal Site at Doylestown’s Barn Plaza to House Six New Stores, Restaurants
Six new restaurants and businesses are coming to Barn Plaza in Doylestown at the site of the former Regal Cinema on Route 611, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. The shopping center, owned and managed by Brixmor, will have three new multi-tenant buildings spanning 46,000 square feet. A new Pottery Barn featuring home furnishings will be taking up a 13,000-square-foot space. Another…
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How This Nearly 100-Year-Old Philadelphia Company Has Stood the Test of Time
It has been nearly 100 years since Myer “Spike” Shandelman founded Spike’s Trophies. The Philadelphia-based company has been able to survive this long due to its ability to modernize it, writes Holly Quinn for Technical.ly. Over these many decades, Spike’s Trophies has evolved from a traditional hand-engraving shop into a tech-driven company that benefits organizations…
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Saks Bankruptcy Leaves King of Prussia Store Intact — for Now
Luxury retailer Saks Global, which operates Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The company says the move is aimed at restructuring its finances while remaining in business. For Montgomery County shoppers, the impact appears mixed but relatively limited for now. In Montco,…
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Wawa Shelves Shelfless, All-Digital Store at Drexel University
Wawa has made a “business decision” to close a shelfless, all-digital store at Drexel University, 3300 Market Street in Philadelphia, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. The Wawa store in University City was an experiment in virtual shopping. It opened in September 2018 on the ground floor of a parking garage owned by Drexel University. In…
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