Willow Grove
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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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Willow Grove Amusement Park’s 80 Years of Merriment Eventually Gave Way to Merchandise
Long-term Bucks County residents may well remember when the space that is today occupied by Willow Grove Mall was once home to Willow Grove Amusement Park. Its 80-year run as a summertime mecca of fun and escape for local families was remembered by Alonzo Kittrels for The Philadelphia Tribune. The park, which opened in 1895…
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Lender Puts Willow Grove Park Mall on Market Following Matured $170M Debt
The majority of Willow Grove Park Mall, one of the largest shopping malls in the region, has been put on the market by a lender after a $170 million loan matured, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The nearly 725,000-square-foot portion of the mall owned by PREIT includes Macy’s, Nordstrom Rack, Cheesecake Factory,…
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$105M Redevelopment Finally Moving Forward in Willow Grove
After nearly two years of delays, a major redevelopment project in Willow Grove is finally moving forward, writes Paul Schedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Federal Realty Investment Trust plans to begin demolition this spring at the Willow Grove Shopping Center to make way for 261 apartments and new retail space. The $105 million project…
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WSJ: Amazon Fresh in Willow Grove Among Stores Set to Close Nationwide
Amazon is shutting down its physical grocery stores nationwide, a move that will include the Amazon Fresh location in Willow Grove, according to The Wall Street Journal. The company announced it will close all Amazon Fresh and Amazon Go stores as it shifts its focus to online same-day delivery and expands its Whole Foods Market…
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Giant Closes Willow Grove Center as Strategy Shifts
Giant is shutting down a fulfillment center in Willow Grove and others as the grocery chain transitions away from centralized online order operations, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. The Willow Grove facility is among five Pennsylvania sites expected to close by the end of the first quarter of 2026, according to Giant parent…
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JAG Physical Therapy Opens First Montco Clinic in Willow Grove
Montgomery County residents now have a new destination for high-quality rehabilitation care. JAG Physical Therapy, one of the Northeast’s fastest-growing PT and occupational therapy providers, has officially opened a clinic in Willow Grove. The new facility celebrated its arrival on Welsh Road with a community ribbon-cutting attended by local leaders, including representatives from State Sen.…
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South Jersey Firm Buys Willow Grove’s North Crossing Apartments
A South Jersey company is investing big in Willow Grove’s rental market, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Gibbsboro-based Friedman Realty Group has purchased North Crossing Apartments for $27.6 million, with plans to pour several million more into upgrades. Moreland Hall has owned the 145-unit complex at 3625 Welsh Road for 55 years.…
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Before It Was Replaced by a Mall, This Amusement Park Delighted Locals for Nearly Eight Decades
The space that is today occupied by Willow Grove Mall was once home to Willow Grove Amusement Park, which delighted residents for nearly eight decades, writes Alonzo Kittrels for The Philadelphia Tribune. The park, which opened in 1895 and closed in 1972, was seen as more upscale than the nearby Woodside Amusement Park, projecting a…
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Willow Grove’s Asplundh Expands with Move to Horsham Headquarters
One of Montco’s largest private companies is uprooting, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Willow Grove’s Asplundh Tree Expert, founded in 1928, is relocating its longtime headquarters from 708 Blair Mill Road to a larger office just a half-mile away in Horsham. The company signed a long-term lease for 120,000 square feet at…
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Willow Grove’s At Home Store Remains Open Amid National Bankruptcy
Willow Grove’s At Home location remains open amidst 26 locations set to close as the Texas-based home decor chain files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, reports Alexa Reed for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Located adjacent to the Willow Grove Mall, the store is a go-to destination for affordable home furnishings, seasonal decor, and organizational goods. At…
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Wife of Asplundh Tree Expert Heir Announces Pregnancy Months After Instagram Scandal
Katherine Asplundh, wife of Cabot Asplundh, one of the heirs of the Asplundh Tree Expert in Willow Grove, announced her pregnancy months after the Instagram account handle scandal, writes Richard Pollina for the New York Post. Asplundh, who was accused of bullying an Instagram user with her name in an attempt to buy her account,…
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Harold Katz, Former 76ers Owner and Founder of Willow Grove-based Nutrisystem Remembered
Harold Katz, a former owner of the 76ers and the founder of Willow Grove-based Nutrisystem, died on January 24 at 87, writes Keith Pompey for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Katz is best known for leading the Philadelphia team to its most recent NBA championship during the 1982-83 season. He owned the Sixers for nearly 15 years,…
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Amazon Makes Major Announcement About Long-Awaited Willow Grove Fresh Location
Amazon is set to open its Amazon Fresh location in Willow Grove on November 7, Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The announcement comes after years of delays and legal disputes. Amazon signed the lease for a 31,133-square-foot space at the Willow Grove Shopping Center in 2020, but the store’s opening was postponed due…
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Willow Grove Artist Brings Philly Sports Legends to Life
Willow Grove native Jordan Spector is living the dream as a full-time sports artist, collaborating with top athletes like Brandon Graham, Devonta Smith, and Bryce Harper, writes Santiago Oritz for Billy Penn. Passionate about both art and sports, Spector’s journey began at Temple University, where an injury redirected his focus from football to art. …
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Willow Grove Amusement Park Captivated Generations of Guests
For 80 years, the Willow Grove Amusement Park delighted residents and was a beloved destination for families and thrill-seekers, reports Trending Stories. The park site in the town of Willow Grove, now occupied by the Willow Grove Mall, opened in 1896 and stayed around until it closed permanently in 1975. There was no entry fee…
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New Study at Willow Grove Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Looks At Potential ‘Forever Chemicals’ and Disease Link
In 2011, the U.S. Department of Defense and the Environmental Protection Agency confirmed toxic chemicals were in the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Willow Grove’s groundwater and eventually in the drinking water supply for the base and surrounding neighborhoods. Those chemicals – per and polyfluoroalkyl substances – are commonly known as “forever chemicals” because…
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This Montco Community Sits on Once-Hallowed Ground for Area Thrill-Seekers
As the Winter schleps along, thoughts are turning to summer and its warm temps, late sunsets, and outdoor appeal. The Jersey Shore becomes a prime destination for many Montgomery County residents, and its appeal of leisure, food, and rides is hard to resist. However, it’s worth noting that one local community was once a tourism…
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