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South Korea

  • Hanwha Philly Shipyard with representatives from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), the Employment and Training Administration (ETA), and partner agencies.
    Manufacturing & Industry

    Hanwha Philly Shipyard Aims to Hire Up to 10,000 Workers, Quadrupling Workforce

    April 28, 2026

    South Korea-based Hanwha plans to quadruple its workforce at the Philadelphia Navy Yard shipyard, by aiming to hire up to 10,000 workers over the next…

  • Restaurateur Carlos Vargas in front of his new restaurant, West Chester Chicken.
    Restaurants & Lodging

    Local Restaurateur Debuts New Chicken Shop in West Chester

    April 3, 2026

    Chester County restaurateur Carlos Vegas is bringing delicious cuisine to West Chester with his newest shop, West Chester Chicken, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily…

  • Hanwha Philly Shipyard.
    Manufacturing & Industry

    ‘60 Minutes’ Highlights Philadelphia’s Central Role in America’s Shipbuilding Revival

    March 26, 2026

    America has been struggling in the shipbuilding department for decades now, but Philadelphia could play a critical role in the potential of the nation’s industrial…

  • Hanwha Philly Shipyard.
    Manufacturing & Industry

    Hanwha Confirms Philly Shipyard’s Nuclear Submarine Capability for U.S. Navy

    January 6, 2026

    Hanwha Group’s global chief strategy officer Alex Wong recently said the company’s Philly Shipyard is capable of building a nuclear-powered submarine for the U.S. Navy,…

  • Hanwha Philly Shipyard crew.
    Manufacturing & Industry

    WSJ: Philly Shipyard Faces Tough New Task in Ongoing Mission to Revive U.S. Shipbuilding

    November 17, 2025

    Hanwha Philly Shipyard, acquired by a South Korean firm last year, has a new objective in its mission to revive U.S. shipbuilding: producing a nuclear-powered…

  • Hanwha Philly Shipyard.
    Manufacturing & Industry

    Philadelphia Shipyard to Build South Korean Nuclear Submarines After U.S. Technology Deal

    November 5, 2025

    President Donald Trump announced last month on social media that the United States will share its nuclear submarine propulsion technology with South Korea, which plans…

  • Jaime Brett Treadwell’s vibrant geometric oil-on-wood painting on display in the Dimensions exhibition at Delaware County Community College’s Art Gallery, Marple Campus.
    Education

    Gallery at DCCC Hosts ‘Dimensions: Jaime Brett Treadwell’ Oct. 27-Dec. 5

    October 23, 2025

    The Gallery at Delaware County Community College (DCCC) presents Dimensions: Jaime Brett Treadwell as its annual contemporary exhibition in the Art Gallery, located in Room 2305 in…

  • A team member at Malvern biotechnology company Ocugen.
    Pharma & Biotech

    Malvern-Based Ocugen Secures Multimillion Dollar Licensing Deal with Korean Pharma Giant

    September 19, 2025

    Malvern-based biotech company Ocugen has signed a licensing deal for its experimental gene therapy with South Korea’s Kwangdong Pharmaceutical, writes John George for Philadelphia Business…

  • Immaculata University President Barbara Lettiere ’72 with Umair Ahmed ’26, the 2025 recipient of the Saint Catherine Medal.
    Education

    Immaculata University Honors U.S. Army Veteran Umair Ahmed ’26 with Saint Catherine of Alexandria Medal

    September 10, 2025

    Immaculata University named U.S. Army veteran Umair Ahmed ’26, of Chester Springs, the recipient of the Saint Catherine of Alexandria Medal for the 2025-26 academic…

  • A volunteer for CCOIC working with an adult learner at the Chester County Library.
    Nonprofit

    The Power of Volunteers: How You Can Make a Difference with Chester County OIC

    April 2, 2025

    Volunteers are the heart of Chester County Opportunities Industrialization Center (Chester County OIC), playing a crucial role in empowering individuals and strengthening the community. From…

  • Ship in water.
    Philadelphia

    WSJ: Trump Wants to Revive Shipbuilding in Philly and Beyond, But Costs, Workforce Shortages Pose Challenges

    March 10, 2025

    Philadelphia is one of only two U.S. shipyards still building commercial ships, as China now completely dominates the industry, write Inti Pacheco and Costas Paris…

  • Lisa Robinson smiling with the ice rink in background.
    Sports

    West Chester Woman Headed to Winter Special Olympic Games in Italy

    February 3, 2025

    A Chester County woman will soon be on her way to Italy for the Winter Special Olympic Games, reports Gray Hall for 6abc. Lisa Robinson,…

  • soko bag korean fried chicken
    Restaurants & Lodging

    Soko Bag in Phoenixville Combines Korean Comfort Food with Craft Beer

    July 8, 2024

    Soko Bag is a combination of a smallish sports bar, a local brewery, and a Korean fried chicken joint that joined the Phoenixville dining scene…

  • Micheal Eric, Jason Kittlesen, Richard Lunardi
    Education

    Church Farm School Set to Induct Trio into Its Hall of Athletic Honor

    April 30, 2024

    Every other year, Church Farm School recognizes the best in athletics and its values of sportsmanship, teamwork, and excellence through its Hall of Athletic Honor.…

  • international tourism to Philadelphia
    Tourism

    International Visitation to Philadelphia Expected to Recover to Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2024

    March 28, 2024

    The Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau hosted a Global Tourism Update last week at the Barnes Foundation to highlight sales and promotional activities and present…

  • Angela Curry
    Leadership Profiles

    Vice President at Exton’s Bentley Systems Recognized for Diversity in Business Award

    February 21, 2024

    Angela Curry, vice president and chief compliance officer at Exton-based Bentley Systems, has been recognized by the Philadelphia Business Journal with a Diversity in Business…

  • Soko Bag restaurant
    Restaurants

    New Restaurant Soko Bag Brings International Twist to Phoenixville with Korean Fried Chicken 

    February 6, 2024

    Soko Bag, a new restaurant in Phoenixville that sells Korean fried chicken and beer, has an international history, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer.  …

  • Carlos Eric Vargas
    Restaurants & Lodging

    Owner of Pair of Kennett Square Eateries is Self-Made Restauranteur

    May 17, 2023

    Owner of Kennett Square’s Kaboburritos and Kennett Chicken, Carlos Eric Vargas, stayed close to his cooking talent, worked hard, and used his creativity to help…

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