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Philadelphia Phillies End Oak View Group Partnership to Launch New Vendor at Citizens Bank Park
The Philadelphia Phillies plan to part ways with global venue management company Oak View Group at Citizens Bank Park, choosing not to renew the operations contract once it expires at the end of the year, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Denver-based Oak View has 522 employees at Citizens Bank Park, 500 of…
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Nottingham-Based Herr’s Brings Back ‘Flavored by Philly’ with American Ideals Twist
Herr’s iconic Flavored by Philly campaign is back — and this year, it’s making snack history. In honor of America’s 250th birthday, Herr’s is celebrating the flavors of freedom, liberty, and unity that define both Philadelphia and our nation with “Flavored by Philly: Taste the 250.” For the past four years, Herr’s has turned to the people of…
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A Chadds Ford Visit Immerses You in History, Nature, and Art
Nature and history meet in Chadds Ford, writes Arpita Adhya for Islands. This Brandywine Valley suburb‘s history dates back to the Revolutionary War. The township was the site of the 1777 Battle of Brandywine. It became an industrial center in the 1800s with mills producing gunpowder and paper. Scenic railroads cropped up to transport goods…
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George Washington’s Former Headquarters in Fort Washington Hits Market for $3.295M
A historic home in Fort Washington that was George Washington’s headquarters during the Revolutionary War has hit the market for $3.295 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The residence, named Emlen House after the Quaker family that built it in 1717, spans almost 8,000 square feet and has recently undergone extensive renovations.…
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Yolanda Hadid’s New Hope Estate Back on Market After Offer Falls Through
Just days after Yolanda Hadid revealed that her New Hope farmhouse was under offer, the $11 million estate has returned to the market, writes Charlie Lankston for Realtor.com. The listing for the 32-acre property was updated on Oct. 8 to reflect an offer that had been made. The property remained active while the details of…
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Neshaminy Alum, Jefferson Tennis Head Coach Still Competing, Still Winning
Fred Perrin, a Neshaminy High School alum and head coach of Thomas Jefferson University’s tennis program, is still competing and collecting wins along the way, writes Tyler Delpercio for The Philadelphia Inquirer. He recently competed on the United States Tennis Association circuit and earned an invitation to the national tournament for players aged 55 and…
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Hundreds of Volunteers Collect 350 Bags of Trash at Delaware River Cleanup
The Hunterdon, Mercer, and Sussex Counties’ NJ Clean Communities programs collaborated with the Delaware River Greenway Partnership and the NJ Park Service for their eighth annual Delaware River cleanup. On Sept. 20, around 250 individuals volunteered their time to collect 350 bags of trash from along the river. Typical items like bottles, tires, takeout…
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Michener Art Museum Hosts Immersive Exhibit by Acclaimed Pakistani American Artist
From now until Jan. 11, the Michener Art Museum in Doylestown is displaying a new exhibit from acclaimed Pakistani American artist Anila Quayyum Agha, titled “Interwoven.” Thirty-eight of Agha’s works will be on display, blending a variety of mediums and methods, including embroidery and beading, paintings, sculptures, and more. Agha’s art references themes related…
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New Hope Home of Famed Woodworker and Architect in Need of Repairs
George Nakashima, the renowned woodworker and architect, relocated to New Hope from Washington after being held in a Japanese internment camp during World War II, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. In the 1940s, Nakashima was hired by a fellow architect and friend, performing intense labor in exchange for a piece…
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How Philadelphia Became the Birthplace of American Independence
Why Philadelphia? When most people picture the American Revolution, they see muskets flashing in Boston, redcoats marching through New York, or Washington’s army crossing the Delaware River on that frozen Christmas night. But the true heart of the struggle, where ideas turned into action and independence took root, was right here in Philadelphia, a city…
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Mayor Parker Launches New Task Force to Revitalize, Renew Struggling Market East Corridor
Mayor Cherelle Parker and her administration have announced the formation of the Market East Advisory Group, tasked with renewing Market East, write Joe Brandt and Natasha Brown for CBS News Philadelphia. The new task force is a partnership between Comcast, the Philadelphia 76ers, the Fashion District’s owner Macerich, Brandywine Realty Trust, Thomas Jefferson University, Visit…
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Pottstown Hospital Faces Cutbacks as Tower Health Tightens Operations
Tower Health announced plans to eliminate about 350 positions, roughly 3% of its workforce, and close select programs in an effort to remain financially stable, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Pottstown Hospital will lose 131 administrative and clinical jobs over the next two months as the facility prepares to close its intensive…
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Two Chester County Restaurants Rank Among Pennsylvania’s Best
Two truly can’t-miss restaurants across Pennsylvania are local to Chester County, writes Nikelle Murphy for The Takeout. Andiario in West Chester and East Earl’s Shady Maple Smorgasbord were named two must-try restaurants across the state by The Takeout. Both spots bring truly unique dining experiences that neither locals nor tourists should miss out on. Shady…
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PA Tourism Office: Bowman’s Hill Tower in Washington Crossing Is a Place You Can’t Leaf Alone for Fall Foliage
With the earlier sunsets and cooling temperatures, the lush greenery of the Pennsylvania woodlands is about to be transformed into an array of spectacular autumnal colors. The Happy Traveler, the visitPA travel publication, recommends Bowman’s Hill Tower as a best-in-state site for enjoying this annual display. Bowman’s Hill Tower is a 125-foot-tall outlook in Washington…









































