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First Friday Dining Deals Launches in Select Peddler’s Village Restaurants
Until September of this year, four restaurants in Peddler’s Village are offering special dining deals on the first Friday of each month, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. “Plan a visit to Peddler’s Village and enjoy a sunshine-filled walk through the village, shopping, and a delicious (and discounted) menu offerings from village restaurants on the first Friday of every month,” said…
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Doylestown Teens Attending Prom, Fulfilling Seven-Year-Old Childhood Pact
Doylestown teens Kate Schwarz and Declan Rose made a pact in fourth grade to go to prom together if they didn’t have dates, an agreement they’re upholding seven years later, reports Alex George for FOX 29 Philadelphia. Rose recently delivered a sweet promposal featuring a box of doughnuts, one of Schwarz’s favorite treats. “I got to ask my best friend Kate to prom…
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Ursinus College Officially Appoints Gundolf Graml as President
Following a successful period of interim leadership, the Ursinus College Board of Trustees has appointed Gundolf Graml, Ph.D., as the 20th president of Ursinus College, effective immediately. Graml has served as interim president after serving as the senior academic administrator at Ursinus since 2024. Ursinus representatives said that the appointment reflects the board’s strong confidence…
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Montco Federal Donuts Location Shuts Down as Brand Regroups
Federal Donuts & Chicken is reshaping its footprint, and Montco is feeling the impact, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The popular Philadelphia-born chain has closed several locations tied to a major franchise group, including its recently opened Willow Grove shop. The closures come as the company works to regain control of its operations…
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Philadelphia Leads Office-to-Apartment Conversion Pipeline Nationwide in Past Year
As many cities nationwide are seeing more mostly-vacant office buildings converted into apartment complexes, no city has seen more such projects since 2025 than Philadelphia, writes Florin Petrut for RentCafe. Philadelphia saw its number of office-to-residential conversion projects increase 119 percent year-to-year. This percentage is the highest growth rate among all of the top 20…
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With Volatile Fuel Prices, Delta Reaping Benefit of Trainer Refinery
Delta Air Lines’ investment in a Trainer refinery operated byMonroe Energy has been beneficial as jet fuel prices surge from global supply disruptions, writes Liam Walters for Trendy Tech Tribe. Delta is the only major U.S. carrier protected from the worst worldwide impacts. The TrainerRefinery processes 185,000 barrels of crude per day and produces about…
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West Chester Mural In Jeopardy After Building Changes Hands
A well-known mural overlooking Chestnut Street in West Chester may be removed after a new owner took over what used to be the Friends Association’s headquarters, writes Brooke Shultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Commissioned by the Friends Association, West Chester University student Noah Burns painted the colorful mural in 2022, and it quickly became recognizable…
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Two Bucks County Ice Cream and Candy Shops Rank Among Best in USA Today
Two Bucks County ice cream and candy shops were recently featured in the 2025 USA Today’s 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards, writes Elisabeth Seidel for the Bucks County Courier Times. Public voters and industry professionals collaborated to select the winners. On the list of the 10Best ice cream shops in the country, Owowcow Creamery came in…
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Scavenger Hunt in New Hope Leads to Proposal, Happy Marriage for Nearby Couple
A couple from outside of the Bucks County area is connecting a fun experience in a local town to their blossoming marriage. Kellie Patrick Gates wrote about the couple for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Amanda Farrell and Alex Grabbe first fell for each other in seventh grade, but after a year, their romance fizzled. They remained…
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Trevose-Based Rita’s Italian Ice Serves Up New Limited-Time Sweet Treat
Trevose-based Rita’s Italian Ice recently announced the launch of a new dessert that levels up its beloved Gelati: the Gelati Sundae. The Gelati has been the franchise’s most popular menu item, with layers of Italian ice and custard. This new limited-time treat gives customers combinations of Italian ice, custard, and toppings, with three special options to choose from. The Strawberry Shortcake Sundae includes layers of vanilla Italian ice,…
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Doylestown Pizzeria Celebrates Five Decades of Successful Business
On April 2, Nat’s Pizza in Doylestown celebrated five decades of serving up delicious pies to the community, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. To commemorate the anniversary, a town crier announced the milestone along with well wishes from Doylestown Borough Mayor Noni West, State Rep. Tim Brennan, State Sen. Steve Santarsiero, and Governor Josh Shapiro. The business, now owned…
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Philly Extends Bar Hours for Summer Events. Here’s Where to Watch in Bucks County
With several major sporting events and semiquincentennial celebrations coming up this summer, Governor Josh Shapiro signed a bill to allow Philadelphia bars to extend their hours, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. “We’re ready to welcome tourists and fans from across the world this summer — and extending hours for the World Cup and America250 means more…
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Enjoy Activities and the Arts in New Hope with This Special Day Trip Itinerary
New Hope boasts one of the country’s most lively arts communities, and for those looking to spend a day exploring the borough, there are countless spots to explore, writes Asha Prihar for Spotlight PA. Begin your day with some delicious breakfast and coffee from Poppa-Frank’s or Amsterdam Coffee Bar, and grab a treat from Factory Girl Bake Shop. Once your stomach is…
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Philadelphia Vision Center in Germantown Thrives As Sister Stores Close Around It
While most of its sister stores have closed, Philadelphia Vision Center in Germantown has kept families coming back for 40 years thanks to affordable prices, walk-in service, and a philosophy to always listen to its customers, writes Sarah Huffman for Technical.ly. The small business, now independent and no longer part of a chain, provides eye…
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King of Prussia’s Victus Teams Up to Change MLB Bat Design
King of Prussia bat-making company, Victus Sports, is making major moves as baseball’s latest equipment innovation gains traction across the sport, according to a press release. Victus, alongside parent company Marucci Sports, has entered a multi-year agreement with Axe Bat to expand Axe Handle Technology across its wood bat lineup. The partnership builds on Victus’…
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10 Local Businesses Chosen as 2026 PGA Championship Vendors
PGA of America’s VendorMatch program has selected 10 local businesses that will contribute products and services to the upcoming 2026 PGA Championship at the Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Delaware County businesses chosen as subcontractors include staffing company Monarch Staffing in Springfield, event production and design…
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West Chester’s QVC Group Asks for More Time to File Annual Report as Financial Woes Mount
West Chester-based QVC Group is seeking additional time to file its annual SEC report as it grapples with debt talks and concerns over its future, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The home shopping giant, the parent company of QVC and HSN, said in an SEC filing earlier this week that it cannot complete its fiscal year 2025 10-K report “within…
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See Why Travelers Are Raving About This Mid-Century Modern Airbnb in Lambertville
A three-bedroom, two-bathroom mid-century modern house with wall-to-wall windows in Lambertville, New Jersey, is one of the 51 best Airbnbs in the United States, writes Ashlea Halpern for the Conde Nast Traveler. Architectural enthusiasts, Mad Men fans, and many others will find plenty to love in the lovely abode. Wall-to-wall windows, a sunken living room…
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