• Gladwyne Mediterranean-style Home Next to Philadelphia Country Club Hits Market for $5.45M

    Gladwyne Mediterranean-style Home Next to Philadelphia Country Club Hits Market for $5.45M

    A Mediterranean-style Gladwyne home that is adjacent to Philadelphia Country Club on an attractive 4.14-acre property has hit the market for $5.45 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. This six-bedroom, nine-bathroom residence features a pool, a tennis court, along with an indoor squash court. The property is owned by Chase Lenfest, son…

  • Talamore Country Club Gets a Sister Golf Course in North Carolina

    Talamore Country Club Gets a Sister Golf Course in North Carolina

    Bob Levy Jr., a local businessman and owner of two country clubs in the Philadelphia suburbs, is expanding his portfolio with the acquisition of Legacy Golf Links in Aberdeen, North Carolina, reports Ben Tobin and Ryan Sharrow for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 164-acre golf club, part of an area known for prestigious resorts like…

  • Willow Grove Park Mall Introduces Evening Curfew: Teens Now Require Adult Supervision After Certain Hours

    Willow Grove Park Mall Introduces Evening Curfew: Teens Now Require Adult Supervision After Certain Hours

    As of October 1, the Willow Grove Park Mall does not allow teenagers to shop after certain hours unless accompanied by a parent or guardian, writes Kenny Cooper for the WHYY. During weekdays and Saturdays, visitors under 18 cannot shop unaccompanied by an adult from 5 P.M. until closing. On Sundays, the rule goes into…

  • Wawa Comes Out on Top in First Customer Satisfaction Study

    Wawa Comes Out on Top in First Customer Satisfaction Study

    Customers who have been professing Wawa’s superiority for years – especially against Sheetz – turned out to be right, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Delaware County-based convenience store chain has come out on top in the American Customer Satisfaction Index’s first Convenience Store Study, which was released earlier this week. “We are grateful to our…

  • Red October Comes to Conshohocken

    Red October Comes to Conshohocken

    Red October is back in Philadelphia as the Phillies head into the postseason, and Conshohocken is joining in on the excitement, reports Jessica Yakubovsky for PHL17 News. Phillies fans have a series of events to look forward to, highlighted by a key stop on Wednesday, October 2, during the Rally for Red October Bus Tour.…

  • Pennsylvania Turnpike Adds Apple Pay, Google Pay to List of Digital Options Drivers Can Use to Pay Their Tolls

    Pennsylvania Turnpike Adds Apple Pay, Google Pay to List of Digital Options Drivers Can Use to Pay Their Tolls

    The Pennsylvania Turnpike has increased the number of digital options drivers can use to cover their tolls, writes Matt Coughlin for KYW Newsradio. “Effective now, customers can use Apple and Google Pay as options to pay their tolls,” said Marissa Orbanek, press secretary for the Turnpike. The Turnpike announced it was adding the two mobile…

  • Valley Forge Casino Resort to Unveil New Food Hall in 2025, Featuring Global Cuisine

    Valley Forge Casino Resort to Unveil New Food Hall in 2025, Featuring Global Cuisine

    Valley Forge Casino Resort in King of Prussia is renovating its food court, reports Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal.  The new food hall is set to open in early 2025. The casino, owned by Boyd Gaming Corp., announced the renovation, which will replace the current food court located in the Casino Tower near…

  • Abandoned Mansion Owned By Phillies Owner, Bryn Mawr Resident John Middleton’s Son Covered in Graffiti

    Abandoned Mansion Owned By Phillies Owner, Bryn Mawr Resident John Middleton’s Son Covered in Graffiti

    An abandoned mansion owned by the Philadelphia Phillies owner and Bryn Mawr resident John Middleton’s son has been blanketed in graffiti, writes Allie Griffin for the New York Post. Previously, another neglected mansion belonging to John Powers Middleton was taken over by squatters and taggers who have been leaving their artwork all over the house ever…

  • Lambertville Bakehouse Celebrates Reopening with Locally-Sourced Delights

    Lambertville Bakehouse Celebrates Reopening with Locally-Sourced Delights

    The Lambertville Bakehouse officially re-opened its doors on Friday, Sept. 6, reports Jeff Werner for the Patch. The bakery is under the direction of pastry chef Justin Dwyer and his partner Aastha Aron. After relocating from Manhattan, the duo offers a menu featuring classic baked goods made from locally-sourced ingredients. Their opening menu includes fresh…

  • North Penn School District Sells Unused Land with Massive Price Tag

    North Penn School District Sells Unused Land with Massive Price Tag

    The North Penn School District has approved a major land sale that could provide a significant financial boost, reports Dan Sokil for The Reporter. On Thursday, the school board unanimously approved a $15 million deal with developer Pulte Homes to sell the “movie lots” near Welsh Road in Hatfield Township. The 56-acre property, acquired through…

  • Pages and Parchment Bookstore Opens New Chapter in Skippack

    Pages and Parchment Bookstore Opens New Chapter in Skippack

    Independent bookstore, Pages and Parchment celebrated its grand opening in Skippack on September 20, reports John Worthington for The Times Herald. The cozy store held a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Indian Valley Chamber of Commerce. The event drew local officials, including Skippack Township Supervisor Karen Lynch, who expressed excitement over the town’s new addition.…

  • Governor Shapiro Forgets ID, Denied Alcohol

    Governor Shapiro Forgets ID, Denied Alcohol

    Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro was ironically the first to be denied an alcoholic beverage under a new state law expanding access to canned cocktails, reports Elizabeth Crisp for The Hill. During an event at Rutter’s convenience store in Central PA, the 51-year-old Abington native tried to purchase Surfside tea and vodka but was refused because…

  • Lucky Limerick Wawa Shopper Won $1M Lottery Jackpot

    Lucky Limerick Wawa Shopper Won $1M Lottery Jackpot

    The $1 million lottery jackpot was sold at Wawa in Limerick on September 9, the Pennsylvania Lottery has announced, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The lucky shopper purchased the ticket that matched all five balls drawn – 1, 2, 3, 23, 40 – to win the main $1,011,945 prize. The Wawa on 579 North…

  • La Colombe Co-Founder Wants to See Brand Focus on Innovation

    La Colombe Co-Founder Wants to See Brand Focus on Innovation

    La Colombe co-founder and Gladwyne resident Todd Carmichael would like to see the brand refocus on innovation and the development of its coffee products and brick-and-mortar cafes, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Carmichael, who separated from La Colombe after it was acquired by Chobani, shared his vision during an event last week…

  • Jeffersonville Golf Club Transformed Into One of Nation’s Best

    Jeffersonville Golf Club Transformed Into One of Nation’s Best

    Jeffersonville Golf Club in Norristown managed to transform from a dried-out, nondescript public course into one of the nation’s best veneus – but it did not happen overnight, writes Jack Hirsh for GOLF. Jeffersonville has a peak rate of $80 on the weekends, which earned it a place on GOLF’s inaugural list of America’s best golf courses you can play for…

  • JP Orleans to Bring Riverfront Community to King of Prussia

    JP Orleans to Bring Riverfront Community to King of Prussia

    Conshohocken-based JP Orleans is planning to develop a 119-unit residential community on a premier 18-acre parcel along the Schuylkill River in King of Prussia, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The project, called the River Trail at Valley Forge, will feature a mix of two-story carriage houses and three-story townhouses. Pre-sales have already…

  • Long Beach Island Beachfront Parcel Hits Market for $21M

    Long Beach Island Beachfront Parcel Hits Market for $21M

    A 2.5-acre beachfront parcel on Long Beach Island has hit the market for $21 million, presenting an amazing opportunity for developers, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to listing agent Jeffrey Childers of Childers Sotheby’s International Realty, the property is one of the largest residential oceanfront parcels in New Jersey. The site…

  • Fall Adventure Awaits on These Montgomery County Trails

    Fall Adventure Awaits on These Montgomery County Trails

    Fall in Montgomery County is perfect for a hike through a scenic trail. Maureen Rayburn highlighted these trails for a great autumn walk for MSN. Autumn brings cooler temperatures, crisp air, and vibrant colors – the perfect elements for an outdoor adventure. The crunch of leaves under foot and warm sunlight filtering through orange and…