Wawa has closed the standalone drive-thru store that the company opened in Falls Township during the COVID-19 pandemic, when Wawa began testing the concept at a handful of locations. The …
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Wawa-branded tumblers recalled due to cuts caused by metal straws
by myphillyconnection 156 viewsA voluntary recall has been issued for a line of tumblers sold exclusively at Wawa stores because of reports that their metal straws are cutting the hands and mouths of …
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Founder of Topsail Steamer, which sells one-pot seafood meals, to appear on ‘Shark Tank’
by myphillyconnection 241 viewsThe South Jersey native behind Topsail Steamer tested her chum buckets among the sharks. Danielle Mahon, founder of the takeout seafood chain, went on "Shark Tank" in hopes of securing …
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Radio host Andre Gardner laid off from 102.9 WMGK after 22 years
by myphillyconnection 328 viewsLongtime Philadelphia radio host Andre Gardner revealed Friday he has been laid off from 102.9 WMGK, ending his 22-year run with the classic rock station. Gardner posted a statement on …
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Italian restaurant from Couch Cafe chef coming to Queen Village
by myphillyconnection 212 viewsA chef who made her name serving pasta out of her own kitchen will soon open her first restaurant in Philadelphia. Liz Grothe gained fame in foodie circles for Couch …
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Manayunk’s dog-friendly bar Bark Social closes as company goes bankrupt
by myphillyconnection 289 viewsCanine-friendly bar Bark Social in Manayunk closed abruptly Thursday after the business declared bankruptcy, leaving dogs with one fewer social spot in Philly. The company explained in an Instagram post …
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Mid Penn Bank’s next move: expanding its footprint while deepening community ties
by myphillyconnection 242 viewsMid Penn Bank, based in Harrisburg, is merging with William Penn Bank of Bristol for $127 million in stock to strengthen its presence in the Philadelphia area. But to many …
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Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy but says service will continue ‘without interruption’
by myphillyconnection 105 viewsSpirit Airlines filed for bankruptcy protection on Monday, after facing multiple financial setbacks in recent years. The Florida-based company will attempt to bounce back after struggling to recover from pandemic-related …
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King of Prussia Mall adding Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar, toy store Camp and other shops
by myphillyconnection 118 viewsThe King of Prussia Mall has a new slate of stores and restaurants opening in the coming months, including the tropical-themed restaurant Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar and a toy store …
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Philly company with kid-safe cardboard-cutting saw to appear on ‘Shark Tank’
by myphillyconnection 257 viewsPhilly entrepreneurs who created a kid-safe saw for cardboard will cut their teeth on tonight's episode of "Shark Tank." University of Pennsylvania graduates Kausi Raman and Max Liechty went on …