Wawa
Philly loves Wawa. Ever since the first Wawa opened at the corner of MacDade Blvd. and Swarthmore Ave. in Folsom, Pennsylvania over 50 years ago, we’ve had an obsession with this local chain. Wawa isn’t just a convenience store, it’s the convenience store of Philadelphia. It’s where we start our days with freshly brewed coffee and end our nights with late-night hoagies. It’s a beloved and celebrated part of Pennsylvania culture, so it makes perfect sense that we would continue to bring you the latest on Wawa, whether it’s news about the chain’s drive-thru store concept or our ranked lists of the best Wawa sandwiches. Follow along as we pay homage to the iconic Philadelphia brand.
The First-Ever Wawa Is Closing Its Doors Today
The original Wawa location in Delaware County is closing down after 52 years on Friday.
PLCB Approves Six-Pack Licenses at Gas Stations
Yesterday, we told you about Gov. Tom Wolf’s plea to “free the six-pack” at Pennsylvania gas stations. Wolf called for the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board […]
How Did Wawa Become One of the Top Spots for Missed Connections?
Looking for a summer love? Don’t bother with dimly-lit bars serving $6 Coors Lights. Skip the club scene and the electronic beats. Even your corner coffee shop with […]
Now There Is Free Wi-Fi at Every Wawa
While customer service has long been the Achilles heel of Comcast’s reputation, they might’ve taken a step in the right direction by teaming with one of the […]
Wawa Is Planning Even More Center City Expansion
Reversing an old trend, Wawa is making a big push into Center City. Today is Wawa Day, celebrating the anniversary of the first Wawa convenience […]
Sources: New Wawa Is Coming to 19th and Market
A new Wawa is coming to Center City. On Monday, Wawa announced it would reveal the renderings and location of a new Center City Wawa […]
Center City Doesn’t Need Another Wawa
Thursday morning, Wawa will unveil renderings for its new Center City location. If history is any indication, the plans will, to put it mildly, be […]
Wawa to Add 5,000 Jobs in Six States
Wawa plans to add 5,000 jobs in six states as it prepares for the summer season, the company has announced. More than 100 Wawa stores […]
New Eagles Offensive Lineman: “Wawa Is The Truth”
When the Eagles signed offensive lineman Brandon Brooks to a 5-year, $40 million deal earlier this month, his first words about the city of Philadelphia […]
Wawa Gets Some Well-Deserved National Attention
Wawa deserves all of the love it receives. From the meatball sandwiches to the peach ice tea, Wawa is the classic go-to for a quick lunch break, a late-night ice cream […]
WATCH: Wawa Robber Stuffs Money Down His Pants
A man walked into a Wawa in Somerton, announced a robbery, leaped over the counter, pried open a cash register and eventually escaped with an […]
Morning Headlines: Secret Cosby Lawsuit Comes to Light
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here’s what you need to know: Cosby sues Constand for breach of contract. Comedian Bill Cosby, now facing a criminal trial he […]
Former Wawa Employee Proposes Big Class-Action Suit Against Convenience Store Chain
Every time Wawa’s valuation goes up, Greg Pfeifer believes he’s losing hard-earned money. Pfeifer was employed at Wawa from 1992 to 2009, working his way up from retail […]
Comcast Workers Love Wawa So Much, They Got Their Own Crosswalk
The darkest time at the Comcast Center was in early 2012. Things were good at the company. But the Wawa was under renovation. I was […]
Is Blatstein Planning a Residential and Retail Complex at Former Foxwoods Site?
A new mixed-use complex on the Delaware River would bring apartments, townhouses, park space, and retail–including a new Wawa and an Aldi–to the mix of strip malls […]