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November 2, 2016
Folks working in Phoenixville might want to take another look at their 401(k) plans. According to research from financial technology company SmartAsset, using data from the United States Department of Labor, Phoenixville employers are among the leaders in Pennsylvania at matching 401(k) contributions. You can see where Phoenixville ranks in Pennsylvania in the table below: Rank City Employer Contribution Percentage Investment Performance Administrative Fees Employer Contributions Index 1 Phoenixville, PA 66.8% 5.7% 0.4% 66.81 2 Corry, PA 64.4% 6.2% 0.2% ... View Article
October 31, 2016
When Royal Bank America‘s Marketing Director, Tim Davis, approached Phoenixville Steel City Coffee House owners, Ed Simpson and Laura Vernola, about doing something nice for their coffee customers, Vernola suggested that the two companies partner together for a “random act of kindness” event. On Saturday morning, October 29th, between the hours of 8 and 10 AM, Royal Bank America purchased coffee for all Steel City patrons. Davis received a number of thank you’s as he stood on the sidelines watching purchases get rung up and baristas ... View Article
October 27, 2016
Unite for HER, the West Chester-based nonprofit that helps women who are dealing with breast cancer fill the gap between medicine and wellness, is hosting its annual fundraiser at the Phoenixville Foundry tonight, writes Cherri Gregg for CBS Philly. The nonprofit introduces women to acupuncture, yoga, and massage therapy. These are just some of the services not covered by insurance that can make a significant difference on the way to recovery. “It ends up being very debilitating, and it ends ... View Article
October 27, 2016
Phoenixville Chamber Member Delaware County Community College Among the 230 Schools Scheduled to Particpate Article by Mark Hostutler, VISTAToday High school students and their parents will be able to trick-or-treat for higher education at the Exton Square Mall on Monday from 5:30-7:30 PM, when representatives from more than 230 colleges nationwide gather for the 2016 Chester County College Fair. West Chester University, Neumann University, Penn State Great Valley, and Delaware County Community College will be among some of the local ... View Article
October 25, 2016
Local high school girls interested in careers in medicine and healthcare can soon apply to participate in the 2017 Girls in Medicine program. Only 50 students will be accepted to the rigorous summer healthcare intensive. Phoenixville, PA October 2016: Beginning November 1, area high school girls can submit their applications for the 2017 Girls in Medicine program. Created by The Clinic, Girls in Medicine is a rigorous healthcare enrichment program that connects high school girls interested in healthcare careers with ... View Article