Commerce
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West Chester-Based Righteous Felon Craft Jerky Debuts New Beef and Cheese Snack Stick
West Chester-based Righteous Felon Craft Jerky, one of the fastest-growing premium meat snack brands in the nation, has debuted the first-to-market better-for-you beef and cheese combo stick, reports staff at Nosh. Positioned as a modern reinvention, the product challenges a legacy snack category that has long relied on overly processed, underwhelming options filled with artificial ingredients and colorings. …
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New Family Homeless Shelter Unveiled in West Chester
The Friends Association recently unveiled a new family shelter in West Chester, expanding low-barrier emergency housing options in Chester County, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. The ribbon cutting this week drew dozens of county officials, local leaders, and social service advocates, followed by a tour of the facility. “This is not just a ribbon cutting – it’s a declaration…
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Stay Warm with Hot Chocolate from One of These Bucks County Spots
Between the freezing temperatures and the snow coating the ground, it’s important to stay warm, and one of the best ways to do that is with a cozy drink. Luckily, there are plenty of spots around Bucks County serving up hot chocolate and other tasty goods to enjoy, writes Lexi Mundy for Visit Bucks County. Mama Hawk’s Kitchen & Coffee…
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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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Philadelphia-Based Aramark Will Play Key Role in Local 2026 Festivities, Here’s Why
A number of events will be taking place throughout Philadelphia and Aramark will play a significant role in the festivities, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. While the Philadelphia-based food services company typically operates behind the scenes, it will likely be much more visible. Aramark is the food services operator for Lincoln Financial…
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Philly’s Best Steak Opens Massive New Yeadon Food Processing Facility to Fuel National Expansion
Philly’s Best Steak Co., which prepares meats for restaurants to use in their cheesesteaks, opened a new facility in Yeadon, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. The new $25 to $35 million facility has been in development for three years. It will allow Philly’s Best to double the size of its production space and…
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Bensalem-Based Papa Johns Franchisee Sets Sights on Growth in Philly Region
The Bensalem-based Papa Johns franchisee, Pie Investments, is gearing up for another round of growth in Greater Philadelphia, coming on the heels of a major push that already doubled its number of locations in recent weeks, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The franchisee will open five Papa Johns stores next year in…
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America’s Newest Delicacy Is Lanternfly Honey – But You May Not Want to Know How It’s Made
The influence of spotted lanternflies has reached the flavor of honey, and although the result can taste appealing, the way this change occurs is certainly not its strongest selling point, writes Brittany Shammas for The Washington Post. It turns out, honeybees are attracted to the sugary material left behind by spotted lanternflies after they feed during the summer and fall months.…
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Telford Store Offers Delicious Peanut Butter Varieties Bursting with Flavor
Telford’s Nutty Novelties is every peanut butter lover’s dream, offering a range of delicious nut butters now sold in around 500 retailers, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The company was founded by Caleb Mangum in 2012 as a farmer’s market experiment. While the original idea was to create a trail mix bar,…
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Gadaleto’s Seafood Market Providing Free Meals to the Community
As the need for food security has risen throughout the local community, the owner of Gadaleto’s Seafood Market decided to take action, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6ABC. Located in West Chester, Gadaleto’s Seafood Market is open seven days a week, serving fresh crabs, lobsters, shellfish, and more. Now at Gadaleto’s, families can receive a free…
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Founders of Shared Wellness, John Thvedt & Christine Martin: A Final Chapter in a Lifelong Commitment
In 2026, John Thvedt will retire from Shared Wellness, and Christine Martin will step aside to take on a new role—closing one chapter of leadership and opening space for the next generation. Together, they spent over two decades building a system of supports serving people with ID/A that reflects the values of respect, inclusion, and…
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Herr’s Snacks Celebrates Nearly 80 Years of Local Production, Worldwide Reach
For nearly 80 years, Herr’s has been making chips, pretzels, and other snacks in Nottingham and distributing them to customers around the country and world, writes Christie Ileto for 6abc. The company produces over 300 million bags of snacks annually, and the process is simple, according to CEO Troy Gunden. “We use high-end branded salt,…
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Langhorne’s Philly Pretzel Factory Makes Vegetarian-Friendly Turkey with a Twist
Langhorne-based Philly Pretzel Factory is flocking towards a vegetarian alternative to the traditional Thanksgiving turkey dinner. For 17 years, brothers and co-owners Brian and Shaun Kean brainstormed eclectic iterations of Philly’s favorite baked delight. Since 2006, the brothers bake soft pretzels resembling the shape of a cooked turkey every Thanksgiving season. It…
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Here’s Where to Order a Delicious Thanksgiving Dinner in Bucks County
For those looking to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal without the hassle of cooking, there are plenty of restaurants, caterers and markets to check out, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Chalfont’s Embers Smokehouse and Tap is offering a full Thanksgiving feast until Nov. 23. Diners can enjoy turkey, mashed potatoes, garlic herb stuffing, cornbread, and citrus-tossed Brussels…
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Here’s Where to Get a Fresh Turkey in Bucks County This Thanksgiving
Looking for a place to get a fresh turkey for this Thanksgiving? There are plenty of great farms, butchers and markets to check out in the Philly region, including two in Bucks County, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Bolton’s Farm Market in Silverdale is the perfect spot to gather all your Thanksgiving food needs. Whether you’re looking for sides, pies or…
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New Bakery Causes Chaos in Downingtown with Lines Out the Door
Chaos, a good kind, has erupted in Downingtown with the arrival of PanDoughMonium Bakery. Owner Robert Weinrich first thought of running his own bakery back in 2007. As a creative person whose process can sometimes be a little chaotic, hence the bakery’s name, Weinrich knew he had to pursue this dream one day. That dream…
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Tea House and Shop in Doylestown Takes Visitors on a Trip to Wonderland
Take a trip to Wonderland at Doylestown’s Snarky Tea House, offering a variety of delicious sips and snacks along with a retail shop filled with fun items, reports Natalie Jason for 6abc. The tea house is run by manager Courtney Nicholas, the sister of Snarky Tea’s founder, Jenni-Lyn Williams. The company was started by Williams nine years…









































