The Rising Sun Inn, a tavern housed in an 18th century building in Montgomery County, once served as a temporary hiding place for the Liberty Bell during the Revolutionary War, …
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Urban Outfitters expansion to add 1,050 jobs in Philly and Bucks County
by myphillyconnection 39 viewsThe Philadelphia-based retailer that owns Urban Outfitters is building a new facility for its clothing subscription service, Nuuly, in Bucks County, as part of an expansion that will add 1,050 …
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DVIRC CEO Chris Scafario: Rebuilding Philadelphia’s manufacturing legacy
by myphillyconnection 40 viewsChris Scafario didn’t set out to become one of the region’s most influential voices in advanced manufacturing. But his path, from growing a family beverage business to leading global consumer …
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Walmart plans to bring delivery drones to Philly in 2027
by myphillyconnection 32 viewsWalmart will begin using delivery drones in the Philadelphia region in 2027, partnering with drone company Wing to deliver small packages by flight. The two companies plan to add drone …
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These are the Philly bars that can stay open until 4 a.m. during World Cup
by myphillyconnection 34 viewsAs the World Cup gets underway, some bars in Philadelphia will have the option to stay open until 4 a.m. with a special permit extending curfew hours for the duration …
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Fertitta Entertainment to control four of nine casinos in Atlantic City after deal to buy Caesars
by myphillyconnection 44 viewsLas Vegas-based casino and hotel company Caesars Entertainment has entered an agreement to be acquired by Fertitta Entertainment, giving the hospitality conglomerate ownership of four of the nine casinos in …
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How Philadelphia-area small businesses are adapting to rising costs and economic uncertainty
by myphillyconnection 46 viewsSmall businesses across the Philadelphia region are navigating an economy defined by rising costs, inflation, and ongoing uncertainty tied to tariffs and consumer spending. Yet despite those pressures, many owners …
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Black Sheep Pub in Rittenhouse vows to ‘come back even stronger’ from fire
by myphillyconnection 54 viewsBlack Sheep Pub & Restaurant in Rittenhouse has closed indefinitely due to the damage it sustained in the fire there Monday night. James Stephens, owner of Black Sheep, said he’s …
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Some PECO customers’ bills will increase in June. Here’s why
by myphillyconnection 50 viewsSome PECO customers can expect to see higher bills beginning June 1 due to higher electric supply prices set by PJM Interconnection, the regional grid manager. PECO customers who receive …
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Battle Royale, a new microbrewery and arcade, to open in Delco this summer
by myphillyconnection 72 viewsFor Matt and Stephanie Courchain, a couple in their early 40s with two kids, beer and video games are part of the nostalgic fabric that unites elder millennials neck deep …