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Malvern’s Saquon Barkley Advocates for Blood Donation in American Red Cross Partnership
Malvern resident Saquon Barkley partners with the American Red Cross to encourage blood donations among his family and fans during January, National Blood Month, writes Natasha Dye for People. “I’m always trying to show and teach my kids how to be better and how to help others, so this has been a prime example of that,” said Barkley. “Daddy…
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Levittown’s First Black Family Recognized with Historic Highway Marker
Last week, the Pennsylvania State Historical and Museum Commission approved a special highway marker in honor of Levittown’s first Black family, the Myers, who faced intense discrimination, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. In 1954, Bill and Daisy Myers moved to Bristol Township’s Bloomsdale-Fleetwing neighborhood. They were active members in the…
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Bridges at Warwick Sells to REIT Specializing in Senior Housing for $50.2M
The Bridges at Warwick has been sold to National Health Investors, a real estate investment trust specializing in senior housing, for $50.2 million, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 107-unit assisted living and memory care community, located at 1600 Almshouse Road in Jamison, was previously owned by an affiliate of Orlando, Florida-based…
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GameStop Closes Richland Location in Trainer’s Corner Shopping Center
The popular global retail chain, GameStop, recently closed another location at Richland Township’s Trainer’s Corner shopping center, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ 69 News. At GameStop, customers can purchase and sell video games, virtual reality hardware, video game consoles, trading cards, collectibles, and more. “Although this store is closing on Jan. 7th 2026, we look forward to seeing…
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Recharge at One of These Top Wellness Spots In and Around New Hope
For those looking to get a good workout or recharge with a soothing massage, there are plenty of spas and wellness spots in and around New Hope that offer everything you need, writes staff for Patch. Cornerstone Health & Fitness in New Hope offers classes for Zumba, cycling, Pilates, yoga, barre, and more. Customers can also find personal trainers and enjoy…
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Enjoy Delicious Mocktails at These Great Spots Around Bucks County
Whether you’re taking part in Dry January or simply searching for a fun, alcohol-free drink, there are plenty of spots in Bucks County that serve delicious mocktails, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for Visit Bucks County. Buckingham’s Free Spirit is one of the best mocktail spots in the county, with a wide range of options to try. The Flying Frenchman is a fan favorite, offering…
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FCP Opens Partnership in Youth Services Grant Cycle to “New” Nonprofits
\Foundations Community Partnership is now accepting applications for its Partnership in Youth Services (PYS) Grant cycle. Eligible nonprofits can apply for up to $5,000 by February 1, 2026. After completing a brief, online application, select applicants will be invited to discuss their project with members of FCP’s Board of Directors. “We continue our tradition of…
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Gift From Ursinus College Alumna Fully Funds 50 Experiential Learning Grants
Ursinus College has received a generous gift from an alumna who has chosen to remain anonymous. The donation will fully fund 50 Experiential Learning Grants. These grants expand hands-on learning opportunities for first-year and incoming students through Ursinus’ APEX program. In addition to funding the grants, the gift includes $200,000 towards the Ursinus Fund, which…
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Philadelphia Region Expects $1 Billion of Economic Impact from Tourism Blitz in 2026
The Philadelphia region could see an estimated $1 billion of economic impact in 2026 from the surge in tourism that is being driven by some of the world’s largest events, writes Mike D’Onofrio for AXIOS Philadelphia. Over one million visitors are projected to attend 22 events in Philadelphia and the surrounding area this year, including…
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First-of-Its-Kind Dry Eye Treatment Spa Comes to Bryn Mawr
A new kind of eye care has arrived on the Main Line, blending medical treatment with spa-style rejuvenation, writes Timothy Alexander for MyChesCo. See La Vie Eyecare & Eyewear has opened its doors in Bryn Mawr, introducing what’s being billed as the region’s first eye spa devoted exclusively to dry eye disease and ocular aesthetics.…
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Amid Broader Restructuring, Avelo Airlines Eliminates Four Routes at Wilmington Airport
Avelo Airlines is cutting four routes at Wilmington Airport as part of a broader restructuring, leaving Chester County travelers with fewer destination choices, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Service between Wilmington Airport and Nashville, Jacksonville, Atlanta, and Chicago will be discontinued. The Nashville route will end at the close of January, and the seasonal summer route to…
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Exton Man, Gene Delaplane, Digs Up the Past at the Oldest Home Still Standing in Berks County
Exton resident Gene Delaplane, a former history teacher and the president of the Society for Pennsylvania Archaeology’s local chapter, is among a group of volunteers who are working at the oldest house in Berks County to uncover remnants of everyday life in the 1700s, writes Susan Miers Smith for the Daily Local News. Sewing pins…
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St. Luke’s Health Network AI Helps Staff Identify Deteriorating Patients Faster
St. Luke’s Health Network has implemented an AI tool that allows doctors and nurses to identify deteriorating patient conditions more quickly and intervene earlier, writes Sarah Gantz forThe Philadelphia Inquirer. The AI tool frequently detects patient deterioration before visible signs of distress appear to medical staff. “We would ideally like to intervene on these patients…
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Trevose-Based Hand & Stone Reports Major Growth with New Locations in Q4
Trevose-based Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa has announced strong fourth-quarter development results, further reinforcing its ongoing growth momentum as it moves into 2026. The fastest-growing spa franchise in North America opened 13 spas as well as 12 signed franchise agreements in the last quarter, including commitments to develop spas in new markets like…
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Doylestown Free Valentine’s Wedding Event Offers Flowers, Photos, and More
If you are planning to get married but want to avoid the elaborate and costly celebration, you can take advantage of the next free wedding and vow-renewal event, Vows and Valentines, hosted by the Bucks County Register of Wills and Clerk of the Orphans’ Court on Feb. 13, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The…
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Here Are Some New Philly Laws That Could Go Into Effect in 2026
The calendar has officially turned to 2026 and with that comes a number of state and city law changes, including dozens of bills passed in Philadelphia, write Mike D’Onofrio and Isaac Avilucea for AXIOS Philadelphia. Last year, Philadelphia City Council passed about 240 bills. Now, Philadelphia school officials are required to notify parents and guardians…
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Leadership Change at Toll Brothers Signals New Chapter
Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers is preparing for a major leadership transition as longtime executive Karl Mistry has been named the company’s next chief executive officer, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Mistry will succeed Douglas Yearley Jr., who has led the national luxury homebuilder since 2010. Yearley will move into the role of…
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Stephen Sheetz’ Successful Expansion Helped Fuel Wawa Rivalry
A Pennsylvania food feud continues between Delaware County-based Wawa and Altoona-based Sheetz, even with the recent death of Sheetz CEO Stephen G. Sheetz, writes Emily Bloch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 77-year-old Sheetz led the family-owned business from 1984 to 1995, then served as chairman of the board for nearly 20 years. Under his watch,…
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