After 54 years in business, Joan Shepp continues to uphold its tradition of standing out from other clothing retailers in Philadelphia. The family-owned shop in Rittenhouse was recently named as …
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To establish their vibes, many Philly restaurants turn to this architecture firm
by myphillyconnection 100 viewsFrom Michelin Star-winning restaurants to Wildwood's Morey's Piers, Stokes Architecture + Design has been the unsung creative force behind dozens of the Philadelphia region's most celebrated establishments for more than …
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Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list features nine Philly-area people, including the creator of a kid-safe power tool
by myphillyconnection 153 viewsNine athletes, influencers and startup founders from the Philly region earned spots on this year's 30 Under 30 list from Forbes business magazine. The annual roundup pulls from online submissions, …
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After years of decline, Franklin Mall in Northeast Philly is listed for sale
by myphillyconnection 205 viewsThe Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia — formerly Franklin Mills and Philadelphia Mills — is up for sale after years of decline and is being marketed as a potential site …
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Library Company of Philadelphia, founded by Benjamin Franklin in 1731, agrees to merger with Temple University
by myphillyconnection 119 viewsThe Library Company of Philadelphia, founded by Benjamin Franklin in 1731, agreed to a merger with Temple University on Thursday for a partnership that aims to combine the school's research …
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Why your doctor is asking you about your food, housing, and safety
by myphillyconnection 106 viewsHave you ever been at the doctor’s office and heard questions like, “Do you have enough food at home?” or “Is your house safe?” You might wonder why your doctor …
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For the past few years, there has been a lot of focus on the mental health of children and adults, and most of the news hasn’t been good. However, a …
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After a lifetime of seasonal depression, I finally tried light therapy. Here’s what I learned
by myphillyconnection 101 viewsAs someone already biologically destined for a lifetime of depression, even as a young child I felt the symptoms of seasonal affective disorder set in as summer closed and darkness …
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Kids who get smartphones before 12 have higher rates of depression, obesity and poor sleep
by myphillyconnection 98 viewsThe earlier that adolescents are given smartphones, the more likely they are to develop depression, gain weight and not get enough sleep, researchers from the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and …
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Treating sleep apnea early may help prevent Parkinson’s disease, study finds
by myphillyconnection 86 viewsCatching and treating a common sleep disorder early may help prevent Parkinson's disease, a new study shows. Parkinson's is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that causes tremor, stiffness, slow movement, as …