• Comcast Celebrates 2 New Xfinity Stores in Villanova, Springfield

    Comcast Celebrates 2 New Xfinity Stores in Villanova, Springfield

    Comcast was recently joined by the Main Line Chamber of Commerce and the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the opening of two Xfinity stores in Villanova and Springfield. The openings also including charitable donations from Comcast to the local community.   Villanova Xfinity The Main Line Chamber of Commerce was on hand March…

  • Philadelphia Region Among Cities with Most AI Job Openings

    Philadelphia Region Among Cities with Most AI Job Openings

    The Philadelphia metropolitan area ranked at No. 11 in the nation for artificial intelligence job openings in January, write Mike D’Onofrio and Alex Fitzpatrick for Axios. This reflects the region’s rise as an emerging AI hub. The new technology is being implemented all around the city, including in schools and SEPTA buses, bringing these new…

  • Phil Martelli Jr. Gets His 1st NCAA Tournament as Head Coach

    Phil Martelli Jr. Gets His 1st NCAA Tournament as Head Coach

    Phil Martelli Jr. is catching up to his father, reports the Associated Press, as printed in The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Bryant University head coach led the Bulldogs to a 77-59 win Saturday over No. 3 seeded University of Maine, capturing the American East Crown. Now Martelli and his team are headed to the NCAA Tournament.…

  • The New Sapphire Lounge at Philadelphia Airport Is Open, and Gorgeous

    The New Sapphire Lounge at Philadelphia Airport Is Open, and Gorgeous

    The new Sapphire Lounge by The Club at PHL opened Thursday at the Philadelphia International Airport and is ready to be admired, writes Zach Griff for The Points Guy. The 20,000-square-foot lounge has a wide variety of top amenities, including a signature bar, dining room, wellness center, game room, beer garden, children’s play area, and…

  • Philadelphia Airport Returns to Pre-Pandemic Passenger Levels

    Philadelphia Airport Returns to Pre-Pandemic Passenger Levels

    It’s been a few years coming, but Philadelphia International Airport is reporting that passenger numbers are solid, showing that air travel in and out of Philadelphia has fully recovered to pre-pandemic days. “In the 2024 calendar year, we had over 30 million passengers fly into or out of PHL, and that was almost a 10…

  • Popular Fight Song of Philadelphia Eagles Arranged by WCU Grad

    Popular Fight Song of Philadelphia Eagles Arranged by WCU Grad

    The popular fight song of the Philadelphia Eagles – “Fly, Eagles, Fly” – that has been belted out by the team’s fans for more than a half-century was arranged by Arlen Saylor Sr., a West Chester University graduate, writes Dennis Weller for the Reading Eagle. Saylor, who passed away at the age of 86 in…

  • Leaving on a Jet Plane? Here’s the Best Deals Out of Philly Airport

    Leaving on a Jet Plane? Here’s the Best Deals Out of Philly Airport

    Finding affordable airline tickets is tricky these days, with airline ticket prices jumping 25 percent in the last 12 months, outpacing even inflation, writes Stacey Leasca for Travel & Leisure. Even so, the savvy traveler who knows when and where to book a flight can still find deals and bargains, according to Laura Lindsay, a…

  • Homes in Philadelphia Region Were Slightly More Affordable Last Year, But Still Too Pricey for Many

    Homes in Philadelphia Region Were Slightly More Affordable Last Year, But Still Too Pricey for Many

    Buying a home in the Philadelphia region last year was slightly more affordable than in 2023, but prices were still too high for many potential buyers, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. While home prices were lower in the region than across the country as a whole, 2024 was still the second-least affordable year…

  • Spirit Airlines Cuts Back Popular Flights Out of Philadelphia Airport

    Spirit Airlines Cuts Back Popular Flights Out of Philadelphia Airport

    Spirit Airlines is cutting back some of its most popular flights at Philadelphia International Airport next month, according to data from Cirium, an aviation analytics company. Over 100 flights will be cut in February at PHL compared to the same time last year, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer.  Spirit will offer less frequent…

  • Philadelphia Airport Employees Become Fashion Models for a Day

    Philadelphia Airport Employees Become Fashion Models for a Day

    Philadelphia International Airport employees took to their own runway last week when they participated in a fashion show at the airport, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. PHL Food & Shops at the airport held the Today’s Traveler fashion show Dec. 12 which features airport employees as the stars of the runway.   The…

  • Analysis Reveals That Working-Class Communities Across Philadelphia’s Suburbs Helped Trump Win

    Analysis Reveals That Working-Class Communities Across Philadelphia’s Suburbs Helped Trump Win

    A new analysis by The Philadelphia Inquirer found that President-elect Donald Trump’s win last month was helped by gains in working-class communities in Philadelphia’s collar counties, write John Duchneskie, Julia Terruso, and Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia Inquirer.  Trump won 37,000 more votes in the Philadelphia suburbs than in 2020, which is around a third…

  • Shapiro Approves One-Time Funding to Avert SEPTA Fare Hike and Service Cuts

    Shapiro Approves One-Time Funding to Avert SEPTA Fare Hike and Service Cuts

    Gov. Josh Shapiro has approved $153 million in one-time federal funding for SEPTA, preventing a planned fare increase and service cuts set to take effect in 2025, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Shapiro has instructed Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Secretary Mike Carroll to start transferring the funds from seven highway projects throughout…

  • For Your Dining Pleasure, May We Suggest the Airport?

    For Your Dining Pleasure, May We Suggest the Airport?

    If you’re looking for a pleasant dining experience to impress your out-of-town guests, try the airport. Some of the best places to eat are now at Philadelphia International Airport, especially with the addition of two new local vendors, writes Kiki Aranit for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Oyster House and Federal Donuts & Chicken are coming to…

  • Multiple Shipping Services in the Region Are on a Hiring Blitz

    Multiple Shipping Services in the Region Are on a Hiring Blitz

    With shipping demand on the rise as the holiday season approaches, several shipping services nationwide, including those in the Philadelphia region, are on a hiring blitz, writes James Powel for the Bucks County Courier Times. The National Retail Foundation has found that 57 percent of people plan to do their shopping online during the holiday…

  • Looking for Your Next Read? Try These Three Captivating Books Set in the Philadelphia Region

    Looking for Your Next Read? Try These Three Captivating Books Set in the Philadelphia Region

    If you’re looking for your next read, there are plenty of compelling fiction books with characters who call the Philadelphia region home to choose from, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. “The Dutch House” by Ann Patchett is about a fictional mansion in Elkins Park. This 2019 novel follows a brother and sister growing up…

  • Manufacturing Activity in Philadelphia Region Expands Overall, Survey Finds

    Manufacturing Activity in Philadelphia Region Expands Overall, Survey Finds

    Manufacturing activity in the Philadelphia region expanded overall, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia’s October Manufacturing Business Outlook Survey. Indicators for current general activity, new orders, and shipments increased this month, with the latter two returning to positive territory. The employment index indicated mostly steady employment conditions. Meanwhile, both price indexes showed price…

  • Top 5 Wawa Healthy Breakfast Options under 500 Calories 

    Top 5 Wawa Healthy Breakfast Options under 500 Calories 

    Breakfast at Wawa? Oh yes, you might be surprised, but this dietitian agrees with your idea. It’s quick and convenient, but how about sticking with healthy eating? We can figure out plenty of healthy options. A filling, nutritious and enjoyable breakfast sets the tone for a great day.  What are we looking for in a sensible, healthy breakfast option?…

  • ACJ Employee Spotlight: Meet Our President, Kimberly McGuane

    ACJ Employee Spotlight: Meet Our President, Kimberly McGuane

    As American Community Journals (ACJ) celebrates ten years of delivering positive news across the Delaware Valley, we continue highlighting the talented individuals who have driven our success. Today, we’re featuring Kimberly McGuane, President of ACJ. Kimberly plays a key role on the operational side of the business, overseeing everything from internal communication systems and finances…