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New Survey Reveals How Pennsylvanians Feel About Statewide Rise in Data Centers
A new poll recently revealed how Pennsylvanians feel about the wave of data centers being proposed throughout the state, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The survey, conducted by Real Clear Politics and Emerson College, asked Pennsylvania residents how they feel about data centers being built in the state and in their area. Over…
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Chalfont’s Byers’ Choice Has Crafted Holiday Figures for Almost 50 Years
For decades, Byers’ Choice in Chalfont has been crafting its iconic figurines, helping to decorate homes across the country for the holidays, reports Christie Ileto for 6abc. There are 40 artisans in the production facility who handcraft, paint, dress, and accessorize each figure. The business was started by Joyce Byers almost fifty years ago. “She began making the carolers really as Christmas decorations for around the house,…
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Visit Yardley’s Shady Brook Farm to See 3 Million Vibrant Christmas Lights
Shady Brook Farm’s annual Holiday Light Show is back at the beloved Yardley spot with three million lights decorating the property, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. The light show can be enjoyed in their vehicle drive-through and wagon rides, which attract crowds of locals every year. The drive-through runs every night, rain or shine, from 5 PM to 10 PM Sunday through Thursday…
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What Changed at Wawa in 2025, and What the Hometown Convenience Store’s 1 Billion Customers Can Expect in 2026
For many Bucks County residents, Wawa is more than a gas station or a quick coffee stop. It’s part of the daily routine. Morning coffee runs. Built-to-order hoagies at lunch. A late-night stop that turns into dinner. When the home-town convenience store chain serves roughly one billion customer visits each year, even small changes can…
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Get Festive This Weekend With These Fun Events Across Bucks County
A variety of fun holiday events are taking place throughout Bucks County, perfect for families to enjoy, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for Visit Bucks County. From Dec. 18 to 23, the Bristol Riverside Theatre is bringing back its American Christmas Songbook tradition, featuring classic carols performed by talented singers and musicians. Sesame Place Philadelphia in Langhorne is hosting its Hanukkah Celebration…
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Ursinus Student Goes Behind the Scenes at NBC’s National Dog Show
Across the country, before the football games kicked off and the turkey was on the table for Thanksgiving, many families tuned into the National Dog Show on NBC. This year, Ursinus student Lily Nagy, of Etters, Pennsylvania, played a role in the production of the National Dog Show, which was recorded at the Greater Philadelphia…
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New Report Details Who Has Been Moving Into Center City’s New Apartment Buildings
Center City has seen a major influx of new apartments in recent years and a new report breaks down the demographics of the individuals who have been moving into them, writes Molly McVety for PhillyVoice. A recent survey published by the Center City District shows that Philadelphia has been attracting many new residents from other…
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Toll Brothers Launches $1M+ Luxury Community in Royersford
Luxury homebuilder Toll Brothers has officially launched sales at Canterbury Meadows, a new 30-home community in Royersford, according to Paul Schwedelson of The Philadelphia Business Journal. The Fort Washington-based builder says homes in the Royersford development will start at $1.02 million. The sales center and model home are located at 183 Kline Road. Residences offer…
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Delaware County Is Home to 4 of Top 5 Most Affordable Philadelphia Suburbs
Staying in one of Philadelphia’s lower-cost boroughs can help travelers stretch their budgets. The surrounding suburbs also offer long-term savings for those considering a permanent move, writes Jess Simms of Islands.com. Four of the five most affordable Philadelphia suburbs are located in Delaware County. Chester ranks as the region’s most affordable suburb and is among…
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Vanguard Releases 2026 Global Economic and Market Outlook
Vanguard has released its annual outlook on the global economy and financial markets. This year’s report, “AI exuberance: Economic upside, stock market downside,” provides investors with an economic roadmap and Vanguard’s updated long-term investment thesis. Vanguard’s global team of economists outlines the impact of artificial intelligence on the trajectory of markets, including how broader adoption of…
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Local Woman Finds Calling as Peace Activist at Peace Center in Bucks County
Barbara Simmons began volunteering at The Peace Center in Bucks County in 1987, wanting to help make the world a less dangerous place for her children to grow up in, writes Ann Rejrat for Spotlight PA. Little did she know, this decision would lead to almost 40 years of activism. “You realize it’s not just your kids that matter but…
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Penndel Borough Police Officer Starts GoFundMe for Victims of House Fire
Penndel Borough Police Officer Sean Peck is helping the family he rescued from a house fire recover from their loss with a GoFundMe, writes Tim Jimenez for KYW Newsradio. Peck was leaving the Penndel police station at 5 AM last Thursday when he saw smoke and flames coming from the house across the street. Justin Ritorto, a resident on the street, was banging…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Installs PFAS Treatment to Protect Drinking Water for Thousands of Customers in Bucks County
Aqua Pennsylvania has completed a PFAS treatment system at its Edgely Water Treatment Facility in Bristol Township, Bucks County. This is the tenth PFAS treatment facility that Aqua Pennsylvania has placed into operation since 2018, all of which meet the new PFAS national drinking water standard. The new system at Edgely consists of six filters…
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Pottstown BID Launches New Website to Boost Local Businesses and Events
Pottstown BID is dedicated to building community and things are just getting started. Pottstown BID recently announced their brand new website, which includes more local resources and information. The site now has tools to automatically include content, events, and information from participating local businesses through our partnership with Locable. On the new website, visitors be able…
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King of Prussia Mall Welcomes 15 New Additions for Gift-Giving Season
King of Prussia Mall, the largest on the East Coast, welcome 15 new additions, including restaurants and retail stores in time for the holiday gift-giving season, write Lauren Armstrong and Anne E. Hill for the Main Line Today. Eataly offers an authentic Italian dining experience with classics like pizza, pasta, and meatballs, while also being…
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Brown Real Estate Buys Shoppes at Wissinoming in Northeast Philadelphia for $30.8 Million
A Brown Real Estate affiliate recently paid $30.8 million for the Shoppes at Wissinoming, a Northeast Philadelphia shopping center with a ShopRite supermarket, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The grocery store is one of 12 in Greater Philadelphia that are operated by the family-owned Brown’s Super Stores. This latest purchase gives the…
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PHL Set for 1st International Flight for 2026 World Cup, report says
The first international flights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will likely be here in June to see Curacao play Ivory Coast, writes Emma Dooling and Ellen Cagle for the Philadelphia Business Journal Turkish leisure airline Corendon Airlines will have four charter flights between PHL and Curacao from June 23 to June 27, carrying a…
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Longwood Gardens’ Christmas Festival Drives Economic Boost to Kennett Square
The annual Longwood Christmas festival brings a steady wave of visitors who give Kennett Square and the surrounding towns a noticeable economic boost throughout the holiday season, writes Anthony R. Wood for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Overall, Longwood Gardens has played a “significant role in the area’s growth,” said Nancy Toltain, director of hotel operations at the Hilton Garden…
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