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Four Companies That Offer Unlimited PTO
Jobs with unlimited PTO are few and far between. In fact, only 6 percent of employers offer unlimited vacation days, according to the Society for Human Resource Management. However, there are still places that offer that incredible benefit. Here are companies that offer unlimited PTO, according to US News and World Report. LinkedIn This…
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Malvern Prep Graduate, Minor League Pitcher Credits Father and Phillies for Love of Baseball
A Malvern Prep graduate is pitching his way through Minor League Baseball. Jimmy Kingsbury, the Aquasox relief pitcher, grew up in Valley Forge. His childhood was shaped by the Phillies and his father’s love of baseball, reports the Minor League Baseball wesbite, His father, Larry, was drafted by the Oakland Athletics as a baseball player…
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Kill-on-Sight Orders Issued in Several States for Spotted Lanternfly
As spotted lanternflies continue to spread around the country, several states have issued kill-on-sight orders to prevent any further expansion of the invasive insect, writes Greg Atoms for 96.5 KVKI. Spotted lanternflies are still considered relatively new in the United States. Their first sighting was nine years ago and since then, the bugs have devastated…
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Eight New Destinations Take Flight for Chester County Travelers at Wilmington Airport
Chester County travelers can drive down to the Wilmington Airport for the perfect, cheap weekend getaway. Eight new routes are launching on June 22-28 to select vacation destinations across the Eastern U.S., writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Avelo Airlines is hoping to follow its string of recent success. It has carried…
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Pennsylvania Ranks Among Best States for Minority Entrepreneurs
Pennsylvania is one of the best states in the United States for minority entrepreneurs to succeed, according to a new study recently released by Lendio. Lendio analyzed seven key metrics to determine the best and worst states for minority entrepreneurs, including access to small business loans and the business ownership rate. The Keystone State was…
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Five Ways to Manage Interview Stress
Job interviews can feel very high stakes and can lead to anxiety and stress. Even if you’re excited, job interviews can still be very stressful. Here are ways to manage interview stress, according to Flexjobs. Address Triggers There are different things that can trigger one’s anxiety. You can learn how to manage them by…
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How Former Philadelphia Eagles Coach and NFL Legend Became a Wine Producer
Former Philadelphia Eagles coach and East Fallowfield resident Dick Vermeil has a passion outside of football. Dick Vermeil has an impressive career as an NFL coach, 120 winning games, and a Super Bowl Championship on his portfolio. At 86 years old, the retired sports professional has his eyes on wine, writes Eric Cooper for Quick…
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Lower Oxford’s Wyncote Golf Club Reigns as One of the Best for Past 30 Years
Wyncote Golf Club in Lower Oxford township has been consistently ranked one of the best courses in the U.S. and this week it’s celebrating its 30th anniversary, writes Steven Hoffman for the Chester County Press. The renowned golf course, which gets its influence from Scotland, coincided with the “Tiger Boom” of the 1990s. Golf Digest…
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Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center Does Five Films for Five Dollars Each On The Big Screen
Uptown’s popular $5 Movie Mondays are running throughout the month of July. $5 gets you the big screen, any seat in the house, a cash bar, free popcorn, and a cool break for families. As a small movie house, Uptown is still required to still pay licensing fees but they are determined to offer affordable…
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Local Restaurant Uses Lettuce Grown by Coatesville Elementary Students
A Coatesville restaurant gets its ingredients from tiny scientists. Record Kitchen and Bar’s salad is made from romaine lettuce grown by students, between kindergarten and fifth grade, who are a part of Rainbow Elementary School’s Garden Club, according to a staff report from The Daily Local News. The lettuce is grown in hydroponic gardens under…
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The Amish Experience Gives Tourists an Inside Glimpse Into Lives of the Pennsylvania Dutch
Lancaster County tourists can get the true VIP experience the Amish way. The Amish Experience has connected visitors with a one-of-a-kind glimpse into the lives of the Pennsylvania Dutch. The VIP, or “Visit-in-Person” tours bring small groups of up to 14 tourists to three authentic Amish properties. The tour kicks off at one of the…
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Four Companies That Are Embracing Permanent Remote Work
Plenty of people have grown comfortable with working from home, but some companies are asking their employees to come back to the office. Some return-to-work practices are now becoming the epicenter of controversy. However, there are some companies that are embracing permanent remote work. Here are some that are hiring, according to FlexJobs. AllState …
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Phoenixville Hospital Program Helps Youth with Disabilities Start Their Careers
A program at Phoenixville Hospital is helping young adults with disabilities get into the job market, writes Wakisha Bailey for CBS News Philadelphia. Project SEARCH, which began in 2010, is part of the KenCrest Learning Center. It enrolls students in a school-to-work internship program by training them in certain skills that are within their area…
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Paoli-Based Optometry Practice to Be Acquired by Horsham-Based Company
A specialty optometry practice in Paoli is being acquired by a Horsham company in an effort to expand across the southeastern Pennsylvania region, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Personal Eyes will be joining Medical Optometry America’s Eye Health Center in Newtown Square; financial details of the acquisition are not public. The…
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Student Teachers in Pennsylvania Could Get Stipend for Addressing Shortages
Legislation that advanced out of the state House Education Committee proposes paying student teachers in Pennsylvania a $10,000 stipend in exchange for assisting in addressing the state’s teacher shortage, writes Jan Murphy for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. House Bill 1331, which received a 20-1 vote on Tuesday, would pay an additional $5,000 to those who decide…
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What to Do if Your New Job is Not What You Expected
While hiring managers should strive to be clear about what a certain job position entails, there is a chance it could get lost in translation. Some companies may be deceptive in what they’re advertising as a job position. Perhaps you feel that you’re overqualified or under-qualified or your responsibilities don’t match what you were…
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Chesterbrook-Based Investment Firm Raises Millions for Small Businesses
A Chesterbrook-based investment firm raised millions of dollars to support new businesses. Hidden River Strategic Capital wants to support underserved clients, including small businesses. The $245 million of funds aims to accomplish that goal, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Chief Operating Officer Steve Gord said that the fund includes businesses across multiple…
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West Chester Vegan Restaurant is Both Market and Restaurant Wrapped in One
A new vegan restaurant in West Chester is part of the post-pandemic efforts of esteemed restauranteurs Rich Landau and Kate Jacoby to wind down. Ground Provisions is both a market and restaurant in one, serving innovative dishes, with a country charm interior, writes Craig LaBan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The couple previously ran the now-shuttered restaurant…
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