Retail
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This Downingtown Market Named Best Family-Owned Grocery Store in the Mid-Atlantic
Crop’s Fresh Marketplace in Downingtown was recently named the Best Family-Owned Grocery Store in the Mid-Atlantic region, reports Drew Anderson for Fox 29 Philadelphia. “We have a lot of great partners, we have a big wholesale partner, a family-owned business from Connecticut, that we pull a lot of products from and that gives us the…
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A New From-Scratch Bakery Opens in Downingtown, Bringing Artisan Donuts and Handcrafted Baked Goods
Chaos, a good kind, has erupted in Downingtown with the arrival of PanDoughMonium Bakery. Owner Robert Weinrich first thought of running his own bakery back in 2007. As a creative person whose process can sometimes be a little chaotic, hence the bakery’s name, Weinrich knew he had to pursue this dream one day. That dream…
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Mother’s Day Founder Died in West Chester Fighting Against Holiday She Created
Mother’s Day was created by a social activist who later disowned the holiday and died in West Chester fighting against its rampant commercialization, writes Julia Shipley for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Anna Reeves Jarvis came up with the idea after the death of her mother. She convinced John Wanamaker, the Philadelphia department store founder, to fund…
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A Look at the Rise and Fall of Bucks County’s Favorite Malls
The era of bustling malls and overflowing food courts is drawing to an end. A trip through history reveals the rise and fall of Bucks County’s beloved shopping destinations, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In the 1960s, five malls graced the Philly region, including Bensalem’s Neshaminy, and within just a few years, the mall scene doubled. Langhorne’s Oxford Valley opened as existing malls…
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Phoenixville Business Restores Vintage Golf Clubs to their Former Glory
Phoenixville business Groundhog Hickory Golf restores historic golf clubs to their true vintage glory, writes Melissa Jacobs for Main Line Tonight. The business focuses specifically on restoring hickory golf clubs. This type of wood was commonly used for clubs from the 1800s through the 1930s. Owner Adam Gresek was inspired to focus on hickory clubs…
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Ardmore’s Suburban Square Sees Surge in Demand with New Retail Additions
Ardmore’s Suburban Square has reached full occupancy following a surge of new leasing activity, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. In recent months, a leasing surge brought 13 tenants to the popular open-air retail center. The growth aligns with the completion of Coulter Place, a 131-unit residential development that added 20,000 square feet…
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Local Malls Adapt or Close as Consumer Needs and Desires Change
Mike Fenn, 45, grew up in Delaware County and hung out as a teenager at the Granite Run Mall, the Springfield Mall, and King of Prussia. He and his friends frequented GameStop, Electronics Boutique, Suncoast Video, and Showcase Comics, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Malls “slowly died out or they went exceptionally high-end…
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Philadelphia Malls Are Not Dying, But Rather Evolving Thanks to E-Commerce
The experience of walking into a mall is much different today than it was a few decades ago. Due to modern technology, alternate shopping habits, and the decline of several retail brands, many are asking the question: Are malls dying? Moreover, the Philadelphia region is home to more than a dozen indoor shopping malls and…
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Handcrafted Soda Shop Open at Booth’s Corner in Garnet Valley
The Soda Spot had a grand opening on Friday, April 24, and Saturday, April 25, at Booth’s Corner Farmers Market, 1362 Naamans Creek Road in Garnet Valley. The shop features handcrafted dirty sodas, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. It is the area’s first store dedicated to handcrafted dirty sodas, continuing a beverage trend…
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Chester County Farmers Markets Offer Homegrown Groceries All Year Long
Offering farm-fresh groceries alongside other handmade items, Chester County farmers markets are a community staple all year long, write Claire Chmiel, Anne E. Hill, and Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Here are four local farmers markets where you can find fresh grocery items this spring. Berwyn Farmers Market—Berwyn. One of Chester County’s newer markets,…
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Center City Retail Rebounds, But Still Short of Pre-Pandemic Peak
Vacant retail spaces in Center City have declined in recent months, but occupancy still remains below the pre-pandemic peak in 2019, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to a new survey released by Center City District, 84.2 percent of retail spaces in Center City are currently filled, an improvement from six months ago…
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A 200-Year-Old Dairy Barn Outside West Chester Hides One of the Nation’s Largest Bookstores
Baldwin’s Book Barn in West Chester is a treasure trove of books with more than 300,000 rare and vintage books and perhaps even a ghost or two, writes Mike Newall for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The former dairy barn and milking house, run by 91-year-old Carol Rauch, may be the nation’s largest used bookstore. Spanning 25,000…
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Walmart Investing Big in Montco with Store Remodels and Faster Shopping Tech
Walmart is bringing a wave of upgrades to Montgomery County, with three local stores set to undergo renovations as part of a broader statewide modernization effort, writes Donna Rovins for The Reporter. The retail giant announced plans to remodel 32 stores across Pennsylvania, including locations in Lower Salford Township, Hatfield, and Cheltenham Township. The updates…
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Berwyn Flea Market Finds New Home in Gateway Shopping Center
Berwyn Vintage Market will soon find a new home with the upcoming opening of Gateway Vintage, writes Caroline O’Halloran for SAVVY Main Line. The market’s previous location at 288 Swedesford Road will soon close after five years in operation. The businesses will then move to 153 Swedesford Road in Wayne, the space previously occupied by…
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The Wawa Statistic Nobody Believes, Until You Do The Math
Wawa says it serves 1 billion customers every year. When I ask people to guess that number, they always come in low. Way low. No one lands near it. The real figure, 1 billion customers, gives people pause. At first glance, it sounds impossible. The U.S. has about 330 million people. Wawa operates in a…
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Travers Food Market Has Been a Lansdowne Fixture for 40 Years
“We’re kind of like ‘Cheers’ without the alcohol,” said Donna Travers, co-owner of Travers Food Market in Lansdowne. “We know everyone’s name, and if we don’t, we’ll get to know you.” David and Donna Travers of Ridley are celebrating the 40th anniversary of Travers Food Market, a place known as much for its community warmth…
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Wawa, Sheetz, Rutter’s Competing for Best Gas Station Food
USA Today has announced the top 10 finalists in its “Best Gas Station for Food” competition, writes Bill Shannon for WTAJ, as printed in yahoo! news. Delaware County-based Wawa, Altoona-based Sheetz, and York-based Rutter’s are all in the running, It’s Wawa’s first time on the Top 10, according to USA Today’s prior lists of top…
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Big Changes Planned for Plymouth Meeting Mall as Developer Eyes Sports Complex
A major redevelopment vision taking shape in the region could soon have a big impact in Montgomery County, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Developer Dean Adler plans to transform aging shopping malls, including Plymouth Meeting Mall, into vibrant mixed-use destinations anchored by youth sports facilities. At Plymouth Meeting Mall, Adler’s proposal calls…
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