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Philly’s Empanadas United Now Under New Ownership, Set to Expand and Go National
Empanadas United, the Philadelphia-born empanada maker was recently acquired by Virtual Dining Concepts and is set to go national, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. As part of its new national expansion, Empanadas United is also expected to triple in both revenue and its geographic footprint. Empanadas United was founded by Victor Tejada…
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American Airlines to Debut New Business-Class Lounge at Philadelphia International Airport This Month
American Airlines expects to debut its new business-class lounge at Philadelphia International Airport on schedule sometime later this May, writes Sean Cudahy for The Points Guy. The premium lounge will be located in the A-West terminal of the airport, near the area where many of the carrier’s international flights depart from. During the company’s first-quarter…
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Penn Medicine CEO Warns SEPTA Cuts Would Be Devastating for Patients, Staff
Penn Medicine CEO Kevin Mahoney, who often commutes by Regional Rail to his office in University City, has warned that SEPTA’s proposed cuts would be devastating for both patients and staff, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. In an average week, up to 9,000 University of Pennsylvania Health System employees commute to work using SEPTA. With…
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Philadelphia Launches New ‘Phambassadors’ Program to Foster City Pride Ahead of 2026 Celebrations
The Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation recently held a pep rally-style event at LOVE Park to announced the launch of the new “Phambassadors” initiative. The new program serves as a way for Philadelphia residents to celebrate and show pride in the city ahead of the numerous events coming into the city in 2026. “It is more…
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As Founder and CEO of Two Philadelphia Companies, Jenny Rafeh is All About Service to Others
Moving to a new country and uprooting all you know can be a difficult ordeal for anyone, particularly during your teen years. That was the situation Jenny Rafeh found herself in. Twenty-seven years ago at 14, Rafeh and her family left Venezuela — where her parents previously immigrated to from Syria — and moved to…
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New Fiscal Notes Website Allows Philadelphians to See Cost of Bills, Resolutions Introduced By City Council
Mayor Cherelle Parker recently unveiled a new website that allows Philadelphians to discover the potential cost of bills and resolutions introduced by City Council, writes Pat Loeb for KYW Newsradio. According to the mayor, this feature — called “Fiscal Notes” — is commonplace in the state House of Representatives. To this end, she is glad…
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See How Comcast CEO Brian Roberts’ 2024 Compensation Compared to Previous Year
Comcast Corp. CEO Brian Roberts saw a noticeable 4.5 percent drop in his 2024 pay, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. His pay in 2024 was $33.86 million compared to $35.47 million in 2023, according to Comcast’s annual proxy report. Roberts’ 2023 compensation was his highest in four years at the point. Between…
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Philadelphia’s New Apartments Are Among the Smallest in the Nation, According to New Report
As the average size of new apartments are continuing to expand nationwide, some cities such as Philadelphia are an exception. Philadelphia has the 10th smallest average new apartment size in the nation, according to a new report by RentCafe. The report found that new Philadelphia apartments are an average of 759-square-feet, which is significantly lower…
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Popular Mount Airy Restaurant to Close in September After Decade in Business
Jansen, one of Mount Airy’s top rated restaurants, will be saying goodbye in late September, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. David Jansen, the restaurant’s chef-owner, pointed to economics as one of the factors in his decision to close the restaurant. “I’ve had 10 great years there, but I could never really generate the…
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Peirce College Announces Patty Jackson As 2025 Commencement Ceremony Keynote Speaker
Peirce College is honored and excited to announce that Patty Jackson, WDAS radio personality and Philadelphia legend, will be the keynote speaker for the 2025 Peirce College Commencement Ceremony! Jackson will address graduates at the College’s 160th Commencement Ceremony, to be held at the Miller Theater in Center City Philadelphia. A proud South Philadelphia native,…
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Philly-Headquartered Macquarie Acquired By Japan-Based Investment Company, Plans to Make City a Hub
Nomura, one of the largest investment companies in Japan, has agreed to buy Australia-based Macquarie’s U.S. investment management arm along with two smaller European affiliates for $1.8 billion, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The acquired companies manage $180 billion worth of stocks and bonds for individual investors, insurance companies, and other institutions.…
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Synthetic Dye Ban Puts Philadelphia’s Classic Treats at Risk
With the Department of Health and Human Services, led by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., moving to phase out eight petroleum-based artificial food dyes, several iconic Philadelphia treats may be at risk, writes Emily Bloch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The aim is to eliminate artificial colors from the nation’s food supply by the end of next…
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Buyers of Fishtown Property Unveil Conversion Plans After $1.7 Million Acquisition
The buyers of a Fishtown property, which has three buildings next to SEPTA’s Market-Frankford Line, plan to convert the existing hotel into apartments and replace two eateries with a New York-style deli, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Brothers Sam and Mohammed Abiah and other undisclosed investors paid $1.7 million for the site…
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Philadelphia’s Many Vibrant, Diverse Neighborhoods Also Provide Many Unique Offerings
Philadelphia is home to a vibrant and culturally diverse mix of neighborhoods, with each offering something for everyone, write the Editors for Philadelphia Style. Avenue of the Arts is a true haven for art lovers, opera aficionados, and theatergoers. It is home to numerous art centers and galleries, but there is also so much more,…
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Philadelphia’s Poverty Declines While Violent Crime, Unemployment Show Improvements
According to The Pew Charitable Trusts’ 2025 State of the City report, poverty and violent crime in Philadelphia are declining, while unemployment rates are falling and educational outcomes are improving, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. Pew researchers found that the city’s economy is overall stronger than it was during the pandemic five years ago, although…
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Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia Announces Next President
The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia has been in search of its next president and recently announced the appointment of Anna Paulson to become its next executive leader, writes Michael S. Derby for Reuters. Paulson currently serves as the director of research at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. She will officially join the Philadelphia…
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Finesse Current Fashion Trends with Timeless Pieces of the Past At These Philly Vintage Shops
With vintage clothes and accessories rising in popularity, Philadelphia’s many vintage stores offer the perfect way to mix current fashion trends with timeless pieces of yesteryear, write Alex Tewfik and Kristen Schott for Philadelphia Magazine. Moore Vintage Archive in Queen Village draws hobbyists from near and far with its curated collection, deeply rooted in fashion…
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Comcast Turns to New Technology, AI to Increase Internet Speeds for Philly Customers
Comcast has recently increased the maximum internet speeds available to its Philadelphia customers by leveraging new technology and artificial intelligence at its Northeast Philadelphia data center, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to Comcast executives, the majority of the company’s residential and business customers in the city now have access to “next generation…
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