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Historic North Wales Property Once Owned By William Penn Goes Up For Sale For $7M
Joseph Ambler Inn, a historic property once owned by William Penn, has gone onto the market for $7 million, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. The property has roots that trace all the way back to the pre-Revolutionary War colonial era. The Inn, which has a hotel, tavern, restaurant, and other operations, is not shutting down.…
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This Italian Restaurant in Manayunk is a Dreamy Destination For Pasta Enthusiasts
Mia Ragazza in Manayunk stands out as a restaurant that welcomes a taste of old-school Italian to the neighborhood’s dining scene, writes Ed Williams for Main Line Today. The Italian restaurant is run by Mike MacCrory, Sean Coyle, Andy Pyfer, and Brendan McGrew, who bring with them a combined 50 years of industry experience. “We…
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Philadelphia Youth Orchestra to Conclude 2023-24 Season With Annual Doubleheader Festival Concerts
The Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute (PYOMI) has announced the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra’s 84th Annual Festival, which will be held at Verizon Hall of The Kimmel Center on Sunday, June 2 at 7 PM. The program for the event features a dynamic selection and two soloists under the direction of Maestro Louis Scaglione. The concert…
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One of the 20 Best Burgers in the Philadelphia Region is Served By This Ardmore Eatery
The Philadelphia region has many great burgers, and one of the 20 best ones to eat right now is served by a Montgomery County eatery, write Craig LaBan, Michael Klein, and Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Ripplewood Whiskey & Craft in Ardmore is an eatery that serves a delicious double-patty burger made by chef/co-owner…
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A Philly-Themed Restaurant in Turkey Features Cheesesteaks and Memorabilia of Former Sixer Furkan Korkmaz
A restaurant in Istanbul, Turkey, named Philly’s sells various kinds of cheesesteaks and has Philadelphia sports gear hanging on its walls. One of them is a jersey of former Philadelphia 76ers guard, Furkan Korkmaz, writes Gabriela Carroll for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Korkmaz, who is from Istanbul, had been a member of the Sixers since 2017…
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I-95 Repairs Are Now Complete and the Highway is Fully Accessible to the Public
Less than a year after a fiery tanker truck crash caused part of I-95 to collapse, the busy North Philadelphia interstate has been fully repaired and restored, writes Dan Stamm for NBC 10 Philadelphia. Officials gathered on Thursday, May 23, near where the permanent repairs were made to celebrate the achievement. “Today serves as another…
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New York Post: Longtime Philadelphia Couple Throws Surprise Centennial Wedding
After dating for over nine years, 102-year-old Marjorie Fiterman and 100-year-old Bernie Littman decided to throw a surprise wedding and tie the knot at the senior living facility in Philadelphia where they first met, writes Christine Rousselle for the New York Post. The wedding was officiated by Rabbi Adam Wohlberg, who noted that the couple…
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Philadelphia As a Travel Destination Offers Nourishment For Both the Body and Soul
Philadelphia is stepping out of New York City’s shadow as a wonderful travel destination where visitors can find nourishment for both body and soul, writes Orla Thomas for National Geographic. Philadelphia is taking center stage in the nation’s dining scene. Last year, the city got more James Beard Foundation Awards than any other in the…
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WSJ: Philadelphia Elections Officials Turn to Teens to Address Growing Poll Worker Shortages
With a growing shortage of poll workers, Philadelphia election officials turned to teenagers to fill in the gap, write Alyssa Lukpat and Mariah Timms for The Wall Street Journal. Ahead of Pennsylvania’s primary last month, the officials visited trainees at Philadelphia’s Abraham Lincoln High School. While most of them were not old enough to work,…
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Toll Brothers’ Strategy Shift to Speculative Builds Drives Another Quarter of Record Sales Revenue
Toll Brothers’ strategy shift toward more speculative builds due to a tight resale market has paid off for the Fort Washington homebuilder, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. During the second fiscal quarter that ended April 30, more than half of contracted Toll Brothers homes were speculative builds, or homes sold after the…
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Pat Burrell’s Former Center City Penthouse Sells For Well-Under Original Asking Price, Two Years Later
The Center City penthouse that former Philadelphia Phillies star Pat Burrell previously owned has been sold to a local Philadelphia couple for $2.65 million. It sold for about 38 percent less than the original asking price of nearly $4.3 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The recent sale brings an end to…
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West Philly Native Deesha Dyer Shares Inspirational Journey to the Obama White House in New Memoir
When West Philadelphia native Deesha Dyer looks back on her life journey, her path is one that never could have imagined for herself, writes Janelle Burrell for CBS News Philadelphia. She is now sharing her story through her new memoir, “Undiplomatic: How My Attutide Created the Best Kind of Trouble.” While she was a student…
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Jewelers Row is the Oldest Diamond District in Country; Here’s How It Came to Be
Jewelers Row is the oldest diamond district in the United States that has been home to many retailers, wholesalers, and craftsmen for several centuries, writes Michelle Myers for The Philadelphia Inquirer. After Founding Father Robert Morris went bankrupt, a large lot he owned in Philadelphia was auctioned off at a sheriff’s sale and then purchased…
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Here Are Four New Additions to Philly’s Food Scene
The Philadelphia dining scene has added several new restaurants in just the last week and more openings are on the horizon, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Miles Table is the latest addition to Michael Lynch’s bruncherie operation, which also includes South Street West and Bok Building. The new spot opens seven days a…
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A New $40 Million Marina and Entertainment Complex is Being Planned For Northeast Philadelphia
Dana and Ron Russikoff, founder of Rodan Enterprises LLC, are planning to develop a new marina and entertainment complex along the Delaware River in Northeast Philadelphia, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The full-service marina with restaurants and yacht club would be located near the Tacony and Mayfair neighborhoods. The Russikoffs are well-versed…
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Temple University Student Recognized For Activism Combatting Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence
Temple University student Ray Epstein is being recognized for her work advocating against sexual assault, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. It’s a cause that is very deep and personal for her. “I was abused when I was 13 throughout middle school by my first boyfriend, and I didn’t want to feel alone on campus and…
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Bryn Mawr-born Francis R. Strawbridge III Remembered For Civic Leadership, Chairing Strawbridge & Clothier
Francis R. Strawbridge III, Bryn Mawr-born, retired former chairman at Strawbridge & Clothier and longtime civic leader, has passed away at 86, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Strawbridge III was the great-grandson of Strawbridge & Clothier cofounder Justus Strawbridge, serving as chairman of the Philadelphia-based, family-owned department store from 1984 to 1996. Born…
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Rothman Orthopaedic Institute’s Dr. Michael Ciccotti Honored For 30 Years of Service as Phillies Team Physician
The Philadelphia Phillies recently honored and recognized its long-time team physician, Dr. Michael Ciccotti, who is retiring from the team after 30 years. He is also the director of sports medicine at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute. For 25 of his years with the team, Ciccotti served as the head team physician and medical doctor. “I have…
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