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The Indie Main Line Coalition Keeps Readers Local in Narberth and Ardmore
Independent bookstores across the Main Line are proving that collaboration is the best story of all, writes Gina Lizzo of Main Line Today. In Narberth and Ardmore, two women-owned shops are helping lead a literary alliance that’s strengthening community ties and redefining what it means to shop local. Narberth Bookshop and Mavy Books of Ardmore…
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Meet the Lawyer-Restaurateur Building a Growing Southern Comfort Food Restaurant Chain
Five years ago, Kevin Kelley was working as a litigator in Dallas in a 10,000-square-foot space on the ground floor of his building, which had been vacant for about a year. As a result of the pandemic and no takers of the building, he decided to build it out as a restaurant serving Southern comfort…
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Three Chester County Restaurants Rank Among the Most Vital in Philadelphia Region
The 76, an annual list by The Philadelphia Inquirer, recently honored three Chester County spots as some of the most vital in the Philadelphia region, writes staff for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 76 honors seventy-six Philly-area restaurants pushing boundaries to create a truly diverse and exciting dining scene throughout the city and suburbs. This year,…
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Insomnia Cookies Comes to PHL to Satisfy Late Night Traveler Cravings
Insomnia Cookies will be there for the late-night traveler when food cravings hit. Insomnia is coming to Terminal C at the Philadelphia International Airport in spring 2026, and it will stay open past 10 PM, writes Kristin Hunt for PhillyVoice. This will be its first airport opening. The cookie counter will be open until 1…
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Kathy Romano, Who Grew Up in Bucks County, Starts New Morning Show
Kathy Romano, who grew up in Bucks County, has joined B101 as its new morning show host four months after being laid off as co-host of WMMR’s top-rated Preston & Steve show, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Kathy Romano Show will premiere on Sept. 23, airing weekdays on Audacy-owned B101 from…
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Bucks County Native Diane Ibrahim Among Women of Influence 2025 Honorees
Diane Ibrahim, a Bucks County native and executive vice president of Greenberg Traurig, is one of this year’s Women of Influence honorees, writes Lynn Stock for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Ibrahim has developed a distinguished legal career at her firm and has dedicated her entire professional life there. She also serves as managing shareholder of…
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Plumstead Community Rallies to Protect Township from Food Waste Recycling Company
The Plumstead community is uniting to protect the township from the proposed plan for a Bright Feeds location on Potters Lane, writes Lee Davis for the Bucks County Beacon. Friends Against Bright Feeds is a recently formed nonprofit organization co-founded by Andrew Marcum and Bob Mergner. According to the organization’s website, Bright Feeds is…
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Doylestown Brothers Faced Each Other on Opposite Sidelines as NFL Coaches
Football-obsessed Doylestown brothers Drew and Kevin Wilkins are living their dream as NFL coaches, even when competing on opposite sidelines, writes Matt Breen for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Growing up, the brothers spent their free time playing Madden, going to Eagles training camp at Lehigh University, and playing Friday night football at La Salle College High…
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Hellerick’s Adventure Farm in Doylestown Offers Fall Fun for All Ages
Hellerick’s Adventure Farm in Doylestown is the perfect spot for families looking to enjoy some activities this fall, with more than 40 attractions to explore, reports Jennaphr Frederick for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The farm boasts a five-acre corn maze perfect for kids. This year, the maze has been shaped to form a special picture of…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Makes Generous Donation to Beaver Falls Fire Department, Library
Aqua Pennsylvania recently revelaed its donation of a combined $1.25 million to the Beaver Falls Fire Department and the Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls. The donation is made possible through the company’s Essential Foundation. Aqua Pennsylvania provides wastewater service to approximately 3,200 customers in the City of Beaver Falls. The wastewater system also provides…
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Bala Cynwyd and Narberth Celebrate Return of Hostage Alon Ohel
Outside Bala Cynwyd’s Adath Israel Synagogue, family and friends gathered this week to celebrate the long-awaited release of Alon Ohel, writes Annie McCormick for 6 ABC. The 22-year-old classically trained pianist from Israel was among 20 hostages freed by Hamas on Monday. In a moment filled with relief and reverence, Benjamin Mittman removed a poster…
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Lawmakers Challenge Abrams Realty’s Exton Square Mall Vision
The West Whiteland Board of Supervisors has pushed back against Abrams Realty and Development’s Exton Square Mall mixed-use redevelopment plans, with one member calling for the revival of plans for a hotel on the site, writes Noah Zucker for BisNow. Lawmakers expressed concerns regarding the project’s density, the township’s sewer capacity, and the future of…
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Bristol’s Mike Missanelli to Host Two Podcasts at Fideri News Network
Bristol’s Mike Missanelli has joined the rapidly growing digital media startup Fideri News Network two months after his layoff from Beasley Broadcast Group’s 97.5 The Fanatic, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The veteran sports talk host is set to lead two podcasts at his new media home as part of Fideri’s launch…
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Bucks County Officials Weigh Paid Parental Leave Policy for Employees
Commissioner Bob Harvie recently confirmed that Bucks County officials are considering the option of providing paid parental leave for employees, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. “It is something we are exploring here at the county,” said Harvie, adding that officials have been discussing the subject for several months, figuring out how…
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Grand Cru Tattoo Offers a Unique Blend of Ink and Wine in Doylestown
Grand Cru Tattoo in Doylestown isn’t just a tattoo parlor; it’s also the perfect spot for wine aficionados, reports Jennaphr Frederick for FOX 29 Philadelphia. Megan Kovak Cohen is the owner of the studio, and along with being a talented tattoo artist, she’s also a certified sommelier. When clients come in to get their tattoo,…
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Washington Crossing Historic Park to Host Sneak Peek of Ken Burns’ Latest Series
Washington Crossing Historic Park will be hosting an exclusive preview screening of Ken Burns’ new documentary series on the Revolutionary War in its visitor center on Oct. 23 from 7 to 8:30 PM, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. “We’re honored to partner with the Princeton Battlefield Society as part of their Cadwalader Lectures to…
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Valley Forge National Park Brings $44.8 Million Boost to Montco Economy
Valley Forge National Historical Park remains one of Montco’s greatest treasures, both for its history and its economic impact, writes Donna Rovins for The Daily Times. A new report from the National Park Service shows that in 2024, 1.9 million visitors explored the park’s 3,452 acres, spending $28.9 million in nearby communities and contributing $44.8…
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Philadelphia Finance Veterans Launch $50M Community Bank Fund Through Epta Capital Management
Epta Capital Management, founded by Philadelphia finance veterans Jay Goldstein and Bob Marino, has launched a $50 million fund to support community banks, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Epta is targeting minority stakes in “leading community banks” with assets between $500 million and $5 billion. The firm aims to provide growth capital…
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