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Ursinus Secures $1.99M NSF Grant to Launch STEM Scholarship Program
The National Science Foundation (NSF) recently awarded Ursinus College a $1,999,659 grant, designed to improve access, retention, and career readiness for students in STEM fields. With this funding, the college will launch a Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S-STEM) program called “PERSIST: Partnerships for Engagement, Resilience, and Support through Interdisciplinary STEM Teamwork.” An…
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Gather Place Museum’s Harriet Tubman First Person Program Inspires Students At Charles Boehm Middle School
As Black History Month draws to a close, it’s a pristine time to discuss the many Black individuals throughout history who have made their mark on society. Among the most prominent and oft-discussed names is Harriet Tubman, the abolitionist and social activist who helped free dozens of enslaved individuals through the Underground Railroad. At Gather…
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Madrigal’s Rezdiffra Nears Blockbuster Status With $958M in First Full Year on Market
In its first full year on the market, West Conshohocken-based Madrigal Pharmaceuticals’ flagship drug Rezdiffra nearly got to blockbuster status, bringing in $958.4 million in 2025, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The treatment for MASH, a progressive liver disease metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis, marked the company’s largest advancement since being founded in 2011.…
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How Much of America’s Founding Was Fueled By Booze? Turns Out, A Lot
Drinking played a rather heavy role in the founding of America 250 years ago, writes Mike Newall for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Outside Independence Hall, the Founding Fathers often took breaks from drafting the nation’s independence by bending elbows at City Tavern. George Washington enjoyed Philadelphia-brewed Robert Hare’s porter so much that he kept a steady…
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Here’s How the Real Estate Market is Doing in Delaware County
The regional housing market appears to have stabilized, according to Larry Flick V, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach Realtors. The Greater Philadelphia market is performing “reasonably well,” and has remained largely a seller’s market, he said. “I think when the spring market pops, it will be strong,” Flick said, predicting a small…
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After Building Chatham Financial, Michael Bontrager Turned His Fortune Toward Revitalizing Kennett Square
After hedge fund adviser J. Michael Bontrager built Chatham Financial into an 850-employee powerhouse, he turned his focus into revitalizing Kennett Square and area towns, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Bontrager, who stepped down in 2018 as founding head of the investment-risk adviser, has since used a mix of personal funds, private donations, and…
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Couple Looking to Buy Home Ends Up Owning Whole Town in Pennsylvania
When Cleveland couple Saji Daniel and Shannon McGauley got an invitation in October 2020 from their neighbor, Dr. Lou Keppler, to visit Foxburg, they thought it would just be a nice daily escape from the city. Katherine Clarke, in The Wall Street Journal, chronicled how it led to a real-estate buying spree. The couple did…
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Council Rock High School South to Finally Get Stadium After 20-Year Wait
Council Rock High School South in Newtown is set to receive a stadium after a two-decade wait, following a unanimous vote by the school board to move the project forward, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The board received a standing-room-only crowd Thursday night that erupted in applause and cheers after it approved contracts for…
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Little Devils Reopens with New Location at The Plaza at the Dublin Town Center
The quick-service restaurant Little Devils has reopened at a new location in The Plaza at the Dublin Town Center, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. Little Devils was previously a vendor in The Station. “Happy to remain in Dublin and excited to serve you all once again,” wrote the owners on Facebook. The eatery is the sister establishment of Devils…
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‘Shelter in a Box’ Provides Local Churches Tools to Help the Homeless
On cold nights, when those without homes in Bucks County are looking for a place to keep warm, Desiree Arney is providing resources to local churches to help, writes Jo Ciavaglia for the Bucks County Courier Times. Bucks County volunteers and nonprofits have been providing the homeless with warm, sheltered spaces since 2009 on Code Blue nights when…
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Normandy Farm and The Belle of Blue to Host Wedding Event Showcase: A Must Attend for Newlyweds To-Be
Newly engaged couples — or anyone planning a milestone celebration — will have the chance to explore one of Montgomery County’s most sought-after venues at the upcoming Normandy Farm & The Belle Event Showcase. The event will take place on Sunday, March 1, from 12 to 2 PM, offering guests a curated, all-in-one planning experience…
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Former Plymouth Meeting Hotel Cleared for Apartment Conversion
A long-vacant hotel in Plymouth Meeting is one step closer to a new life, writes Emma Dooling for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Plymouth Township’s Zoning Hearing Board voted 3-1 to approve plans to convert the former DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia West into 213 apartments. The six-story property at 640 Fountain Road, which closed…
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Shapiro Administration Invests $3.1M in State Funding to Upcoming Philadelphia Sporting Events
Pennsylvania and the administration of Governor Josh Shapiro is investing nearly $5 million to support the state’s upcoming sporting events, including $3.1 million to Philadelphia’s, writes Mike Larson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Of the $3.1 million in funding, Philadelphia Soccer 2026 will receive $1.7 million for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia…
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After Major Pivot Three Years Ago, Malvern Innovation Company Thriving Once Again
Three years ago, following the commercial failure of its proprietary air-cooling technology, Malvern-based Radicle Development Center found new life by shifting focus, writes Holly Quinn for Technical.ly. It achieved this by converting its 50,000 square-foot facility to support early-stage startups that were moving from hardware prototypes to field-ready systems. “The specific technology wasn’t ready for prime time, but our team became really good at applications…
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Delaware County Fans Key to Wawa’s Success Even as It Expands
Even as Wawa expands to 1,200 locations in 13 states and Washington, D.C., customers still describe the convenience stores as “part of their neighborhood,” said Wawa CEO Chris Gheysens. That connection, he said, comes from Wawa’s continual response to consumer demand, particularly the hometown fans in Delaware County, where Wawa got its start, writes Erin…
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This Bucks County Inn is One of the Oldest in the Entire Country. Read to Learn More
One of the oldest bars in the entire country is located in Bucks County, and it has been a popular destination for centuries. Jordan Litchfield wrote about the establishment for Newsbreak. The King George II Inn, located at 102 Radcliffe Street in Bristol, was originally opened in 1681, making it one of the oldest buildings…
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Elevated Garden Party Wedding Held at Holicong’s Inn at Barley Sheaf Farm
The day may have begun with rain, but Danielle Toy and Scott Shields still got the outdoor elevated garden party wedding they dreamed of at the Inn at Barley Sheaf Farm in Holicong, writes Emily Goulet for Philadelphia Magazine. “The rain paused just in time for our first look and portraits outside, and then the…
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Pennsbury Manor Celebrates Reopening with a Special Festival for PA’s Birthday
Pennsbury Manor in Morrisville will be celebrating its reopening after two months of winter maintenance and spring cleaning on Sunday, March 8 with a free event. Charter Day is a recognition of the date when King Charles II granted a charter to William Penn in March 1681. “As Pennsylvania celebrates its 345th birthday, we’re happy to open William…
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