EASTERN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PA — Could a data center be coming to Hatboro? One hurdle was cleared as the borough's planning commission made a recommendation to Borough Council on where it could go.
Meanwhile, while the Neshaminy Mall is now empty, preservation efforts are underway before the shopping mecca is demolished.
This is a summary of business stories that made news this past week in eastern Montgomery County and the Philadelphia region:
A Hatboro planning commission recommendation includes allowing data centers in the proposed LMX Zoning District, subject to a maximum building size of 25,000 square feet, and other guidelines and conditional uses. (Read More)
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Bensalem Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo walked the empty Neshaminy Mall and watched as crews boxed up the three remaining dioramas for preservation. (Read More)
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There's a new "El Jefe" in town. El Jefe Mexican Street Food opened just next to the popular Bullard's American Cafe at 543 York Road in Warminster Township. (Read More)
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Toys R Us is making a comeback across the country as the popular chain is opening up 120 new shops ahead of the coming holiday season, including one at the Willow Grove Mall in Abington Township, the company announced. (Read More)
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The property known as the Hatboro Lofts went before the borough's planning commission in hopes of finding a commercial or retail tenant. (Read More)
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