News

Noteworthy news about New England Development and our diverse portfolio of properties

Media coverage of New England Development’s many projects keeps businesses, partners, communities, and customers informed of NED’s accomplishments, accolades, and community activities.

News organizations across the country are sharing the excitement of New England Development's new projects, new retailers, and new shopping and dining opportunities.  

This is but a small sampling of the news coverage garnered by New England Development and our family of companies. A curated selection, below, provides a glimpse into articles and television coverage being published about our projects, people, and partnerships.

December 4 2023
Press releases

PHL Food & Shops Presents 'Runway PHL: Fashion for Today's Traveler'

PHILADELPHIA — Dec. 4, 2023 — Select employees from across Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) will be gliding down a very different runway on Thursday, Dec. 7 — as fashion models.

Volunteer team members from various departments throughout the airport will be professionally styled with “looks” from among the 150-plus airport stores. They’ll walk a newly constructed indoor runway between Terminals B and C wearing seasonal fashions from just steps away.

November 27 2023
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49th Annual Nantucket Holiday Stroll Weekend

NANTUCKET, MASSACHUSETTS (Holiday 2023) – Celebrate the 49th annual Nantucket Stroll Weekend from Friday, December 1 through Sunday, December 3, 2023. Santa arrives Saturday via his nautical “sleigh” at noon. Enjoy all the holiday activities, including strolling carolers in Victorian garb, Magical Talking Tree, craft shows, European-style Christmas Marketplace and more.

November 16 2023
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Outlets of Des Moines Announces Jolly Holiday Lights & 2023 Center Holiday Schedule of Activity

ALTOONA, IOWA (November 2023) – Outlets of Des Moines (OutletsofDesMoines.com) has announced the Jolly Holiday Lights and center holiday activities schedule. Make-A-Wish Iowa® is transforming Jolly Holiday Lights in its new location at the Outlets of Des Moines. Guests can now immerse themselves in a free lights-to-music display as they walk through a winter wonderland at Outlets of Des Moines while shopping for friends and family.

November 13 2023
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Birdies Hot Chicken Opens at University Station

WESTWOOD, MA (November 2023) - University Station in Westwood has announced the opening of Birdies Hot Chicken, a unique version of Nashville hot chicken, featuring an extensive menu of mouthwatering dishes in a fast casual atmosphere. Visitors can select from chicken tenders, chicken & waffles, chicken sliders, wings, chicken loaded fries, chicken salad and more.

“We are pleased to offer our guests delicious hot chicken from our locally owned eatery,” says Vivian Chow, owner of Birdies Hot Chicken.

November 9 2023
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University Station Hosts Canned Food Drive Benefitting The Westwood Food Pantry

WESTWOOD, MASSACHUSETTS (November 2023) – University Station is hosting a canned food drive to benefit the Westwood Food Pantry through Sunday, November 19, 2023. Suggested items include canned vegetables, pancake mix, boxed pasta, pasta sauce, toothpaste and toothbrushes, and more. Donations can be dropped off at Five Below. Visit ShopUniversityStation.com for a full list of items needed for donation.

November 9 2023
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Newburyport Development Hosts Canned Food Drive to Benefit The Salvation Army of Newburyport

NEWBURYPORT, MASSACHUSETTS (November 2023) – Newburyport Development is hosting a canned food drive to benefit The Salvation Army of Newburyport. Donations can be dropped off at Michael’s Harborside through Wednesday, November 19, 2023. Items collected will support The Salvation Army of Newburyport’s weekly food pantry for neighbors and surrounding communities and will be used for Thanksgiving and Christmas meal kits.

November 9 2023
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Chestnut Hill Square Hosts Food + Toiletries Drive Benefitting The Newton Food Pantry

CHESTNUT HILL, MASSACHUSETTS (November 2023) – Chestnut Hill Square is collecting much needed food and personal care items to benefit The Newton Food Pantry now through November 19, 2023. Items collected will be used to stock the shelves of the food pantry and support their goal of alleviating food insecurity in Newton by providing supplemental food and personal care products to community members in need.

October 23 2023
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Outlets of Des Moines Announces Opening of Hot Topic

ALTOONA, IOWA (October 2023) – Outlets of Des Moines (OutletsofDesMoines.com) has announced the opening of specialty retailer Hot Topic. Hot Topic is the leading destination for music, entertainment, and pop culture merchandise. Shoppers will find a wide selection of band-related apparel and accessories, licensed merchandise, and fashion apparel and accessories.

October 23 2023
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Philadelphia International Airport Cooks Up Plans for 2023 Restaurant Week

PHILADELPHIA — Oct. 23, 2023 — Get ready to taste your way around Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) as it cooks up something special for its annual PHL Restaurant Week. Starting Monday, Oct. 23, passengers can celebrate with $20 fixed-price lunch and $30 fixed-price dinner menus offered by select restaurants throughout the airport, until Sunday, Oct. 29.

October 12 2023
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Outlets of Des Moines Announces Ann Taylor Factory Store Now Open

ALTOONA, IOWA (October 2023) – Outlets of Des Moines (OutletsofDesMoines.com) has announced the opening of Iowa’s first Ann Taylor Factory Store. Ann Taylor Factory Store features the brand’s signature modern-day dressing interpreted with the newest fashion direction. The store has a wide selection of dresses, suits, separates and casual wear in regular and petite sizes, plus accessories and shoes to complete every look.

October 6 2023
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Instagram-Worthy Brunch Takes Off: New Sabrina's Cafe to Open at Philadelphia International Airport

PHILADELPHIA — Oct. 5, 2023 — One of Philly’s most posted and picturesque local menus will soon be getting 25 million more views annually – with the spring 2024 opening of Sabrina’s Cafe at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) in Terminal C.

The endearing and enduring concept of elevated comfort food served in a cozy, eclectic dinette made its debut in 2001 near Philly’s famed Italian Market. Founders Raquel and Robert DeAbreu further personalized the idea by naming the restaurant after their daughter, and Sabrina’s Cafe was born.

October 4 2023
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Asheville Outlets to Host Annual Boo Bash Halloween Event

ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA (October 2023) – Asheville Outlets (ShopAshevilleOutlets.com) will host the Annual Boo Bash Halloween event on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, from 5:00 pm. to 7:00 p.m. Families will enjoy free Trick-or-Treating around the center, strolling magic, music and more. TapSnap Phototainment will also be onsite with a festive photo booth, where guests can receive one free 4” by 6” photo and digital download of a single image (while supplies last).

October 4 2023
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University Station Welcomes Poke Bros.

WESTWOOD, MASSACHUSETTS (October 2023) – University Station (ShopUniversityStation.com) has announced the opening of Poke Bros. The eatery is a fast-casual dining experience that specializes in fresh, Hawaiian-style poké bowls. Poke Bros. offers mouth-watering cubed fish alongside fresh-cut vegetables and traditional flavorings on a bed of steamed rice, creating a poké bowl which is both healthy and tasty.

September 27 2023
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Asheville Outlets to Host National Drive Electric Events

ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA (September 2023) – Asheville Outlets will host a three-day series of National Drive Electric events from Friday, September 29 through Sunday, October 1, 2023. Friday presents the Electric Equipment Expo, Saturday showcases the Blue Ridge Parkway EV Drive, and Sunday will feature the Drive Electric Vehicle Show. The events provide access to information on a wide range of electric vehicles and equipment advances; all are free and open to the public.

September 25 2023
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Newburyport Development Hosts September Diaper Donation Drive for The Salvation Army of Newburyport

NEWBURYPORT, MASSACHUSETTS (September 2023) – Newburyport Development has partnered with The Salvation Army of Newburyport to host a Diaper Donation Drive. Donations of disposable diapers and baby wipes will be accepted throughout the month of September at Lively Kids located at 15 State Street in downtown Newburyport. Participants will receive 15% off their purchase with donation. See store for details.

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