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Understanding the Complexities of Rite Aid’s Journey from Success Story to Bankruptcy
Recently the new Rite Aid CEO Jeffrey Stein warned retail landlords that more store closings are likely as the drugstore chain goes through Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. He added that he expected landlords to offer reductions in rent and other cost concessions. How did a successful business end up in such dire straits? It’s complicated,…
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Handi-Crafters Launches Annual T-Shirt Campaign, Showing Appreciation to Clients
Handi-Crafters Opportunity Center is expressing gratitude and support for its valued clients through its highly anticipated annual t-shirt campaign, “Thanks with a Capital Tee.” This charitable initiative aims to showcase appreciation by gifting clients stylish new swag. Handi-Crafters Inc., established in 1961, is renowned for its socially responsible outsourcing solutions that empower individuals. They are devoted…
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120-year-old Abington Estate, a Treasure Trove of History, Now on the Market
Across from Penn State Abington campus, sits a 120-year-old estate originally owned by inventor Walter Herring and built in 1903, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. The 500-acre Abington property has had some illustrious visitors over the years including aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart while she was a student at the Ogontz School for Young…
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A ‘Unique’ Experience: Eataly Coming to King of Prussia Mall in 2025
King of Prussia Mall General Manager Bob Hart recently shared an update on an upcoming new addition to the mall. Eataly, an Italian food and dining emporium, will open in King of Prussia Mall in 2025, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia Business Journal. It will be Eataly’s first Philadelphia-area location. The marketplace will require 23,000…
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New York Developer Proposes Massive Warehouse Complex at Former Philadelphia Inquirer Printing Plant
DH Property Holdings, a New York developer, last week submitted plans to build a 746,240-square-foot warehouse complex at the site of the former Philadelphia Inquirer printing plant in Upper Merion, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The plans detail the building of two industrial buildings on the 46.3-acre site that the real estate…
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Enjoy Dining in an Igloo Garden While Giving Back to Upper Merion Food Pantry
Igloo dining is back in Montgomery County at the King of Prussia District’s Igloo Garden on the Green and when you make a reservation you help support the Upper Merion Area Community Cupboard, writes Main Line Tonight. Six heated igloos provided by AVE King of Prussia and Ethan Allen will be located at King of…
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Powerful Storytelling: Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media Fall Fest Coming to Montgomery County
Every November Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media kicks off its Fall Fest with film screenings and exclusive digital content, highlighting Jewish storytelling from all around the world, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. This year, from November 11th through the 18th, Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media will premiere eight new films, a mix of…
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Wayfair Has Cancelled Plans for King of Prussia Mall Store; Alo Yoga Moves In
A new Wayfair flagship store was expected to be a big addition to the King of Prussia Mall this year or next, but the plans have been cancelled, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia Business Journal. The deal was for Wayfair to fill the vacant spot left by JCPenney in 2017. The King of Prussia Mall…
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Laurel Hill Cemetery Is Home to Some of Pennsylvania’s Darker Stories
The spooky season is the perfect time to revisit some of the most mysterious and dark legends and myths of Pennsylvania. Kalena Thomhave highlights several of them, including some of the lore surrounding the residents of the Laurel Hill Cemetery in Bala Cynwyd for The Keystone. Laurel Hill is the final resting place of many…
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For Medical Records Professional Brendan Bossard, Peirce Offered the Flexibility and Support He Needed
After graduating high school in 1986, Brendan Bossard started college but initially dropped out to look for the right program. He re-enrolled into another college and completed his bachelor’s in social work in 1996. He worked in the social work field for a few years, but the demands were draining, and he decided to explore…
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The Hobart’s Run 5K Is Still Looking for Sponsors; Deadline to be Listed on Race T-shirt Is October 13
This year’s Hobart’s Run by the River will offer a spooky twist, as the event will be held just before Halloween. The Run by the River will take place on Sunday, October 29, beginning at 9 a.m. (8 a.m. registration) at scenic Riverfront Park in Pottstown. Runners are encouraged to get into a creepy, funny,…
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Chester County Eagle Scouts Completed 153 Community Service Projects in 2022; Check Out Where on the Map Below
The Eagle Scout Award is the highest rank a youth can achieve in Scouting. A youth who has earned the Eagle rank will have all of the fundamental outdoor skills and be proficient in camping, hiking, cooking and first aid. They will have earned at least 21 merit badges that symbolize knowledge and achievement. They…
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Your Phone Will Sound an Alarm This Wednesday, and There’s a Good Reason for It
This Wednesday at 2:20 p.m. ET your phone and the phones of everybody else will start to alarm, but there is no reason for worry, writes Catherine Thorbecke for CNN. The federal government announced it is planning on conducting a nationwide test of its Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts on Wednesday. “The purpose…
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Win Cash Prizes, Help a Good Cause at Hankin Invitational 2023 Money Ball Drop Contest
During the 37th Annual Hankin Invitational Golf Tournament on October 2, 2023, you will have a chance to win cash prizes and support the mission of HC Opportunity Center by joining the 2023 Money Ball Drop Contest. All purchased golf balls will be numbered and entered in the Ball Drop Contest and then released by…
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Hill School’s Student Philanthropy Council Invites Applications for Grant Program
The student-run Student Philanthropy Council at The Hill School is now accepting applications from Pottstown area nonprofit organizations for its SPC grant program. Interested organizations can complete an online form and submit a Request for Proposal. Information on the application process can be found here. All completed applications must be submitted by November 17, 2023,…
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Crystal Carson is a Full-Time Analyst, Single Mother and Advocate of Peirce College
Crystal Carson knows how important flexibility is when it comes to college classes for a working mother. As a single mother, she needed a curriculum that could fit her busy lifestyle. After meeting with a Peirce College advisor to discuss how the program works, she decided that Peirce would be a great fit for her.…
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Main Line Restaurateur Uses Family Legacy to Strengthen Women’s Voices
Sydney Grims, director of business development for Fearless Restaurants, created Fearless Femmes events to inspire and empower women. Supporting other women is important to the fourth-generation Main Line restaurateur who is the first female in her family to go into the business, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Her great-grandfather owned restaurants in Lackawanna…
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Volunteers Gravely Needed for Edgewood Historic Cemetery Cleanup
As volunteers from different organizations prepare for the “Walk to Remember” living history tours at Edgewood Historic Cemetery at 989 E. High St. in Pottstown on Saturday, October 7, there is a grave need for assistance in cleaning up the cemetery for the big event. On Saturday, September 30, volunteers are needed from 9 a.m.…
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