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Steve Rickel, CEO of MyOfficeOps, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in a small farm town in Indiana. He was the only boy in…
Gwynedd Mercy University has named Christina Riso as the new Vice President for University Advancement. She has been serving in the role of interim vice…
Villanova University track star Liam Murphy recently lowered his personal best running time by three seconds.
That’s made all the difference, qualifying him as…
Three Montgomery County colleges are among the top ten best four-year institutions in Pennsylvania, according to a recently released report by Stacker.
To compile…
Nine Montgomery County high schools are among the top 50 in Pennsylvania, according to the 2023-2024 Best High Schools list from U.S. News…
For over 50 years, the world has come together to celebrate Earth Day; an annual event focused on demonstrating support for environmental protection. First held…
Carnegie Hall, one of the world’s most prestigious music venues, selected Lower Merion teen Aidan Peterson for its annual National Youth Orchestra, writes Amy…
Church Farm School has appointed Tiffany Scott as Interim Head of School, effective July 1.
Scott will replace Head of School The Rev. Edmund K…
Dori Desautel Broudy always loved drawing. Growing up it was one of her favorite hobbies. Through college, she created her family’s annual Christmas card…
Marta Yera Cronin, President of Delaware County Community College, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in New York City and Miami as the child…
Danielle Geyer, Executive Director of Freedom Village at Brandywine, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in Abington, playing on a boys’ soccer team with…
Get ready to rev up your engines for an exhilarating event! The North Montco Education Foundation is thrilled to announce the arrival of its 3rd…
The view from Bridget Collins-Greenwald’s seventh-floor office in Philadelphia’s City Hall — a stunning one that overlooks Dilworth Plaza and provides a…
Ronald Matthews, President of Eastern University, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in Philadelphia, where his parents encouraged his passion for music from a…
Plymouth Whitemarsh senior Jaden Colzie will continue his basketball career at Jefferson University, writes Owen McCue for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Colzie announced his commitment to…
John Kepner, a board member at Gwynedd Mercy University, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in North Jersey, where a chance friendship sparked a…
West Chester University’s Poetry Center will host a Pop-Up Poetry Festival on Apr. 14 and 15 to celebrate National Poetry Month.
The event…
Forbes has ranked Eastern University’s Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership third on its list of the Best Online Doctorate in Organizational Leadership Programs for…
Two Chester County towns have found their place among the top 100 best places to live in America, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business…
During a recent celebration of his inspirational legacy, West Chester University President Christopher M. Fiorentino was awarded a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award by Downtown West…
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding recently celebrated Ag Literacy Week, reading to second-graders at Avon Grove Charter School in Landenberg, Chester County, and touring the…
By Elizabeth Billies
Divorce law contains a lot of myths. More than any other area of law, IMO. I think this is because most people…
A Chester County school is ranked among the country’s best boarding schools, according to data from the website Stacker.
West Chester’s Westtown School…
Eastern University’s Master of Business Administration is now offering four unique concentrations.
The 100-percent-online MBA program has experienced significant enrollment growth over…
Courtney Kelly, executive director of admission at Widener University, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania. She stayed active in sports and…
Elissa Bloom, executive director of Philadelphia Fashion Incubator and founder of Elissa Bloom Home Bryn Mawr, has always loved fashion and it shows in her…
Top works of art from Bucks and Montgomery County public high school students will be featured during the annual “Touch the Future” art show, in…
ETHOS Treatment LLC — which has experienced rapid expansion in the past few years, having grown to seven locations, telehealth services, and more than 40 counselors…
Jo-Elle Mogerman, president and CEO of the Philadelphia Zoo, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up on the South Side of Chicago. She also…
Jennifer Lame is riding the wind these days.
A 2000 graduate of Episcopal Academy in Newtown Square, she has been nominated for an Oscar for…
For Angela Abruzzese, owner of Latrice of Bryn Mawr, fashion is a cherished family tradition, writes Mark Zimmaro for the South Philly Review.
Summer fashions…
Jenkintown native Bradley Cooper is once again nominated for an Oscar, this time for Best Actor for the role of composer Leonard Bernstein in Maestro…
Montgomery County has some of Pennsylvania’s highest-paying school districts, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal.
An analysis of Pennsylvania Department of…
I’m calling these last few weeks of columns The Dork Series.
Apostrophe love. Bad dancing.
If I told you about the history courses I…
A Montgomery County Community College student and U.S. Marine Corps veteran has been named the recipient of the 2023-2024 Terry O’Banion Student…
Insider Monkey just released a list of Pennsylvania’s best towns for residents age 55 and over. Two of its recommended sites are in Montgomery…
Pat Regan grew up in Rockledge and graduated from La Salle College High School, but these days he is living a glitzier life as the…
Dr. Michael H. Mittelman, president of Elkins Park-based Salus University, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in Long Island, where he rode his…
Among the many attractive Philadelphia suburbs in the region, some still offer something extra that puts them among the best places to live in, and…
Update: Due to inclement weather, the opening reception is postponed to next Tuesday, Feb. 20 from 5 to 7 PM.
Montgomery County Community College will…
Montgomery County ranks well on Niche’s Best Public High Schools in the Philadelphia Area, with seven schools earning spots in the Top 25.
The…
Looking for the best dive bars in Pennsylvania? Well, there’s one right in the heart of Chester County, located in West Chester, according to…
Last year was good for the Chester County dining scene, with many new amazing restaurants adding to the already impressive array of dining choices, writes…
When sisters and entrepreneurs Dr. Kala and Dr. Maya Johnstone started FoodChasers’ Kitchen in Elkins Park, little did they know that they would be getting…
Bryn Athyn College is continuing to mandate COVID-19 mRNA vaccine for its faculty and students, according to a staff report from the East Montgomery…
At the West Chester University Martin Luther King Jr. Brunch on Jan. 26, two highly accomplished alumnae were recognized as Drum Majors for Justice.
Nicole…
U.S. News & World Report has ranked Neumann University’s online bachelor’s degree among the best in the country.
In rankings released on…
From his office in Conshohocken, John Fessick, Market Executive for Pennsylvania and Delaware at Wells Fargo, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in Stroudsburg…
Susan Larkin, EVP and president of Core Commercial Markets for Independence Blue Cross, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in Upland, where her dad…
Joe Gale recently reflected on his time on the board of Montgomery County Commissioners as the “lone Republican,” writes Rachel Ravina for Main Line Media…
Demetrius Lilley, a Lower Merion High School graduate, and basketball player for Penn State University is having a transformational year on the court, writes Daniel…
After declaring Pennsylvania’s higher education system broken, Gov. Josh Shapiro proposed last week a sweeping overhaul that would consolidate most schools under the same…
Hollywood isn’t short on stars with Philadelphia roots, and two have been nominated for an Academy Awards, writes Max Bennett for The Patch.
Da…
In 2011, Coatesville native Ethan A. Poetic survived a nearly fatal car crash that had left him with numerous injuries, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6ABC…
Lance Nelson, Partner and Litigation Chair at MacElree Harvey, Ltd., spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Connecticut in a duplex that his family…
Archbishop Wood High School’s basketball prodigy, Jalil Bethea, has been making significant waves in the national high school basketball scene, writes Owen McCue for…
A former vocational school housed for nearly a century in an Art Deco building in South Philadelphia is now a thriving hub for the city…
Cam Lexow, a graduate of Abington Senior High School, after years away from the game, has rekindled her passion for basketball at Gallaudet, writes Andrew…
Eastern University boasts a vibrant tapestry of students, each with their own unique stories. Among them is a group of first-generation students who are…
Abington bests Lower Moreland
Boys Basketball Roundup – January 12, 2024
Chris Wiseman, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Chester County, grew up in West Virginia and North Carolina. He recalled adventures with a German…
Delaware Valley University and Penn State Abington announced today that they have reached an agreement to create a “4 + 1 Pathway Program.”
This program will…
During the 81st Golden Globe Awards on Sunday, Jan. 7, actress Da’Vine Joy Randolph, who grew up in Mount Airy, took home the award…
Margaret Harkins, DNP, MBE, MSN, GNP-BC, RN-BC, dean of nursing at Holy Family University, grew up in Philadelphia as the daughter of Scottish…
Girls Basketball Roundup – January 6, 2024
The World Economic Forum published a summary of a 2020 UNICEF study that ranked children’s happiness by country based on mental well-being, physical…
Freedom Village at Brandywine, a senior living community, dedicated the month of December to giving back to the local community.
Through various initiatives, the residents…
Girls Basketball Roundup – January 4, 2024
Jennifer L. Carlson, Executive Director of the Colonial Theatre, grew up in Lancaster County and moved several times as a kid. To make friends, she…
Lisa Effrig Lagreca is a Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies Peirce College graduate. She was also a student-editor of The 1865: the Peirce…
Having the right number of resources to provide the best education possible is important for schools across the country, including Pennsylvania.
Here in Montgomery County…
Jennifer LeBold, an organizational leadership student at Peirce College and a full-time senior resource coordinator, is one of the recipients of the Paradigm Scholarship…
Bradley Cooper’s star may have skyrocketed since his days at Germantown Academy in Fort Washington, writes Chuck Arnold for The New York Post, but…
Germantown Academy bests Souderton
Girls Basketball Roundup – December 28, 2023
Girls Basketball Roundup – December 27, 2023
Actress Erika Alexander may be best known for her role as Maxine Shaw in the 1990s hit show Living Single, but she is also the…
Boys Basketball Roundup – December 22, 2023
Celebrating 75 Years
Mercy Week kicked off Gwynedd Mercy University’s 75th Anniversary, filled with events to celebrate the long-cherished history of the University…
In a world of ever-present distractions, it’s easy to overlook the creeping signs of anxiety, depression, or frustration.
Often the go-to remedies…
Ice hockey player Sam Flood from Lower Merion is this week’s Main Line Boys’ Athlete of the Week, writes Bruce Adams for Main Line…
Central Bucks West bests Souderton
Girls Basketball Roundup – December 19, 2023
Lower Moreland bests Our Lady of the Sacred Heart
Girls Basketball Roundup – December 14, 2023
Nearly one-quarter of countries across the globe have laws or policies that ban or restrict student cellphone use in schools, writes The Learning Network…
A love of basketball is a shared passion between Germantown Academy’s Bryce Presley and his father Dino Presley, a college coach, writes Josh Verlin…
During its five-week winter break when most students leave campus, WCU will continue its tradition of helping Promise Program students who do not have…
Kohelet Yeshiva bests International Christian
Forbes Advisor Education named Immaculata University’s online doctorate in educational leadership as one of the top 10 online Ed.D. programs in the U…
What does the creator of a baby sound machine designed primarily to soothe colicky babies have in common with the maker of vegan and gluten…
Murray Savar, a longtime chair of the Visual and Performing Arts Department at Agnes Irwin School in Rosemont, died of glioblastoma on October 30 at…
Pottsgrove bests Daniel Boone
Boys Basketball Roundup – December 1, 2023
When Philadelphia Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker appointed North Wales’s Kevin Bethel as the new Philadelphia Police Commissioner, many suburban police chiefs expressed hope at…
Dr. Khalid N. Mumin, Pennsylvania Education Secretary and a former superintendent of the Lower Merion School District, knows firsthand the powerful impact teachers can have…
To determine the ranking of Montgomery County, Niche compared counties in the nation based on several relevant metrics, such as public schools, cost of living…
The similarities between George School freshman Tyler Sutton and Kobe Bryant during his Lower Merion High School days are undeniable, at least according to Sam…
In Philadelphia’s bustling business landscape, outdated AV technology can mean missed opportunities. At Haverford Systems, we’re committed to equipping you with the tools…
Villanova University and Cabrini University, along with the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus—who founded Cabrini University—have reached a final agreement…
Choosing where to live is an important decision, especially for people who are looking for the best place to raise kids. In Pennsylvania, the best…
There are several exciting dining updates currently happening in Montgomery County, including at Spring Mill Café and the King of Prussia Mall, writes Ed Williams…
When Hatboro Borough’s Loller Academy needed HVAC renovations a few years back, the borough bought the former Spring Avenue school as a temporary Borough…
Richard Green, the Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors and Owner of Firstrust Bank, has been named one of the 150 Most Influential Philadelphians…
Jessica Chappell, executive director of Safe Harbor of Chester County, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in West Bradford, Chester County, and her lifelong…
Are you or someone you love interested in senior living options and curious about the latest luxury retirement trends in luxury retirement communities?
Freedom Village…
Experts are weighing in from all over on Wawa’s new pizza offering, but what does the average Wawa customer think?’
Billy Penn at WHYY…
Math skills are necessary in life, but how many of us have struggled through complex word problems and equations in school?
Harriton High School senior…
Gwynedd Mercy University President Deanne H. D’Emilio was recently featured in a Philadelphia Business Journal article celebrating several achievements and looking towards the future…
While commencement is a special life moment for the graduates and their families, Salus University’s 127th commencement ceremony provided an extra special memory for…
Meridian Bank Chief Credit Officer Joseph Cafarchio will retire effective Oct. 13, 2023. Cafarchio has served in the position since Meridian’s inception in 2004…
Amelia Boscov, a former Wynnewood resident, chose the Main Line as the background setting for her award-winning short film, Tripping, writes Ben Silver for…
Nick Sirianni enters his third season as head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles with a combined 23-11 record, which marks the most wins by…
Uplink Studios, a pioneer of community-based esports, has announced a series of exciting developments that will undoubtedly fuel the excitement of gamers and enthusiasts…
Radnor Township School District, which includes Ithan Elementary School in Bryn Mawr, earned the No. 10 spot on Niche’s 2024 Best School Districts in…
A new study found that while ESG investors are motivated by ethical concerns, some of them also expect those investments to outperform the U.S…
With an exuberant amount of ways schools and their students try to give back to the environment while learning and growing, Pennsbury School District is…
After graduating high school in 1986, Brendan Bossard started college but initially dropped out to look for the right program. He re-enrolled into another…
In a world where every minute counts, professionals can’t afford to be bogged down by technical complexities. Remember the era before online meetings? Those…
The Delaware Valley University soil judging team qualified for the National Soil Judging Contest by claiming second place at the Northeast Regional Soil Judging Contest…
Dr. Chris Fiorentino recently gave his final welcome back address to students, faculty, and staff at West Chester University, promising to be busier than ever…
Five Montgomery County school districts are among Pennsylvania’s top 25 school districts for 2024, according to Niche, writes Michelle Rotuno-Johnson for Patch.
The Essence of Art Therapy
Art therapy is an intervention that combines the creative process through utilizing art materials, psychotherapy methods, and the human experience…
The numbers are in. Niche has published the 2024 Best Schools in the Philadelphia Area and here is where Montgomery County private high schools ranked…
Livestreaming is no longer just a trend; it’s become a key technology bridging the gap between governments and their communities. Governments, regardless of their…
The Unspoken Reality of Parental Mental Illness
The responsibilities and pressures that families face today are compounded for everyone when there is parental mental illness…
In high school, D’Andre Swift once had a seven-touchdown game for his St. Joe’s Prep football team. However, a loss against rival…
JoAnne A. Epps, a graduate of Cheltenham High School, took on many roles during her long career at Temple University, but her biggest legacy is…
The Latine Student Organization at Penn State Abington kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month on Sept. 15 by hosting noted activist Saul Flores, who walked more…
U.S. News & World Report has ranked Neumann University among the Best Regional Universities in the North for social mobility and undergraduate teaching in…
With plenty of beautiful places to visit and history to enjoy, it’s no wonder that Pennsylvania has some of the best towns that are…
Three Philadelphia schools placed among the 100 best colleges in the nation for 2024, according to the latest U.S. News Best National University Rankings…
Gwynedd Mercy University’s ranking is the highest it’s ever been on the U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best College Rankings…
The WSFS CARES Foundation, the charitable giving arm of WSFS Bank, has provided grants to four organizations located in Delaware and Pennsylvania as part of…
On Wednesday, Sept. 20, newly named Austin Community College (ACC) Chancellor Russell Lowery-Hart will visit West Chester University in support of the WCU Moon…
Football Roundup – September 16, 2023
Delaware County Christian bests Valley Forge Military
Football Roundup – September 15, 2023
Clothing designer Shakeem Akiri is currently pursuing his bachelor’s degree in liberal studies at Peirce College, but his educational journey with the college started…
In kindergarten classrooms in three Colonial School District elementary schools on Monday, September 11, the teachers will be seeing double as 17 sets of twins…
Col. Nick Nichols, President at Folds of Honor, grew up living all over the U.S. and the world as the son of an Air…
The University of Pennsylvania is one of the best colleges in the United States, according to the recently released WSJ/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges…
In the latest rankings from Niche, two Montgomery County schools make the Top 100 in 2024 Best Colleges Rankings, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business…
Gwynedd Mercy University is announcing Dr. Jane Tang as the new Dean of the Frances M. Maguire School of Nursing and Health Professions. She will…
It’s been a busy summer for Brent Woods.
As the Senior Director of Arts and Culture at Montgomery County Community College gears up to…
The start of the school year is coming quickly. Have you finished all your back-to-school shopping yet?
Don’t worry, there is still…
A famous TikTok influencer drew crowds of teens at Wentz Run Park in Blue Bell Saturday for fierce competition, writes Aaron Carter for The Philadelphia…
Minimizing age discrimination on LinkedIn can be challenging, but there are some strategies you can employ to present yourself positively and focus on your skills…
Philadelphia narrowly avoided ranking among the top fifteen worst-run cities in America, according to a recently released ranking by Stacker.
Stacker compiled the list…
Leslie Heffernen, Chair of the Board of Ambler Savings Bank, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Syracuse, New York, punctuated by frequent visits…
Niche recently released its 2023 Best Places to Live in America and Montgomery County was represented in the top 5, with both Ardmore and Penn…
Actor Richard Kind, who grew up in Yardley and graduated from Pennsbury High School, has had a prolific television career over the last several decades…
Alumni of the Criterions Jazz Ensemble, the premiere jazz ensemble group out of West Chester University’s Wells School of Music, will take the stage…
Sports commentator and on-air host Suzy Kolber was among the recent ESPN layoffs, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal.
Kolber, a native…
With summer break in full swing, low-cost, spontaneous opportunities for adventure are at a premium. One great way to combine treasure-hunting, adventure, problem…
Justin Brame, senior manager of operations for Pennsylvania American Water, recalled the difficulties of growing up poor, including living in a camper and doing odd…
Montgomery County continues to be a premier destination to host sports tournaments and the Valley Forge Sports team of the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention…
Whether it’s a compromised email, ransomware, mail theft, or other criminal attempt, fraudulent schemes continue to trend upward and can cost businesses and consumers…
When I last left you, I had saved my fridge but decimated the freezer.
But I made a bet I could save that freezer. And…
LinkedIn has a powerful search engine to look for people, services, jobs, groups, posts, courses, products, schools, events, companies, hashtags, and more.
In addition, you…
Leon Spencer, CCRES board member and Chair of Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union’s board of directors, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up on…
The 36 members of Church Farm School’s Class of 2023 recently bade farewell to each other, the underclassmen, faculty and staff, coaches, board members…
A week before the Primary Election in May, Allan Domb, one of several Democratic candidates running for mayor of Philadelphia, spoke to MONTCO Today about…
Neumann University won the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Esports NBA 2K23 championship, sweeping Cumberland University 3-0 in a best-of-five series on…
Georgann Berger McKenna, Chief Human Resources Officer at Penn Community Bank, recently sat down with MONTCO Today to discuss her role at the bank and…
Growing up in Hawaii, Zach Pamaylaon had big hockey dreams that are now coming true as he ends his rookie year with the Danbury Hat…
For Dr. David Boehme, his commencement ceremony from Salus University this spring was extra special because his father, an alumnus of the school, got to…
Golf pro Keith Clawson, a King of Prussia native and Upper Merion High School graduate, is leaving Merion Golf Club after three years for East…
The joy of summertime provides a much-needed emotional respite from the rigors of daily life.
However, a study in the American Educational Research Journal…
Lansdale native and North Penn High School graduate Danny Kirwin, a graduate student at Rider University, has been named the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Relief…
Making a career change when you’re officially entering the middle age stage of your life can be intimidating. However, it is more possible than…
Mary Powell, dean of the new College of Nursing and Health Professions at Immaculata University, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Delaware County…
Five attorneys from Dischell Bartle Dooley, a leading law firm serving Southeastern Pennsylvania, with offices located in North Penn, Pottstown, and Boyertown areas, have been…
AnaMarie Bruni, a Perkiomen Valley High School graduate, recently signed with the Texas Smoke of the Women’s Professional Fastpitch softball league, writes Aaron Carter…
If you’re a college student but looking to make some extra cash, there’s plenty of gigs that you can squeeze into your schedule…
An East Norriton woman is encouraging people to be more selfish, but not in the way one might think.
Meghan Weisheipl was an overachiever all…
The dead mouse was bad enough.
But the critter situation is so much worse than one long-dead mouse in the crawl space.
You might…
West Chester University senior Hannah Karaman has a passion for entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and sustainability. She received honors from two business idea competitions hosted this…
Norristown Police Sgt. Bill Tims retired this week after nearly four decades of protecting and serving residents of Norristown, wrote Cheryl Kehoe Rodgers for The…
Montgomery County officials are holding meetings and conducting surveys with the community to best assess how to spend the $7 million federal COVID-19 relief…
Lewis Cyr, Chief Lending Officer at Penn Community Bank, spoke to MONTCO Today about his role at the bank and his career path from growing…
Flourtown resident Martha Sharkey, Founder & CEO of TODAY is a Good Day, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in Lancaster County near farmland…
A nearby Mount Airy seventh grader is a savant who’s zipped through almost every book in the Montgomery County library system. Homeschooled 12-year…
Half a century after playing his final NBA game, Overbrook High School alumnus Wilt Chamberlain is still one of the best and most accomplished players…
One of Church Farm School’s most steadfast and longest-serving employees is Joe Fanelli, who joined CFS in 1988 after seeing the passion his…
One of the best — if not the best — pro lacrosse players today, Glenside’s Matt Rambo, has managed to find a way to set himself…
A Montgomery County school district is officially recognized for having the best music education in the country. North Penn School District was designated among the…
Four Abington Senior High School students were recognized with awards at the prestigious Greenfield Youth Film Festival, the largest and most competitive in the region…
Firstrust Bank has made the 2023 Philadelphia Business Journal’s Faces of Philanthropy honors list, which recognized 30 for-profit/nonprofit partnerships in the region…
Villanova University has acquired a 9.8-acre of Conshohocken land with plans to build a new boathouse along the Schuylkill River, writes Ryan Mulligan…
Jenn Frederick and the Good Day Philadelphia crew from FOX 29 recently visited Church Farm School in Exton, where boys are currently preparing for the…
Allison Mootz, Vice President of Student Affairs at Manor College in Jenkintown, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up near the beach in New Jersey…
In 2022, Citadel Credit Union’s assets increased a record-breaking 20.1 percent from $4.6 billion to $5.6 billion. During the year…
Kaylyn Flanagan felt lost.
She wanted to study law ever since taking a class about government at St. Hubert Catholic High School for Girls in…
President and CEO of City Ave District, Bryan Fenstermaker crisscrossed the country several times before landing in the Philadelphia area. He grew up in Houston…
Montgomery County Community College is announcing Dr. Chae E. Sweet as the next Vice President of Academic Affairs.
“Dr. Sweet is an accomplished, innovative administrator…
Former Philadelphia Phillies third-baseman Mike Schmidt was at King of Prussia Mall, overseeing installation of sunscreen dispensers at the entrances/exits. The 6abc digital…
Broadcast via live stream from Seattle, WA, the 2019 the American Library Association (ALA) held its Youth Media Awards, the annual ceremony revealing the year…
Although some states (Pennsylvania included) require financial literacy to be taught in public schools, children’s understanding of money largely begins and develops at home…
Despite nursing shortages everywhere, men still only make up about 12.1 percent of the nursing workforce.
Cliff Konah, a father of five sons in…
Margo DelliCarpini, chancellor of Penn State Abington, grew up on Long Island. She had a close bond with her grandmother, who supported her love of…
Greg Matusky, CEO and founder of Gregory FCA Public Relations, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in Lansdale, the youngest son of the high…
Nicholas (Nick) Torres, interim CEO and President of The Alliance for Health Equity, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in New Mexico, his many…
Gwynedd Mercy University for its third annual conference on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Education. This year’s theme is “Creating Learning Environments that Engage…
Lauren Fortescue — basketball force at both Norristown Area and Plymouth Whitemarsh high schools — was a significant asset in propelling the Christopher Newport University team to…
Jill Marsteller, former Ursinus College president and founder and CEO of CALICO (Creative Advisors Looking to Improve Charitable Organizations) grew up in rural New Jersey…
In today’s fast-paced and stressful world, resilience — the ability to withstand or recover quickly from difficulties — is an invaluable human skill.
Thankfully, healthy…
Quinnipiac University forward Sam Lipkin — a former student of La Salle College High School in Wyndmoor — provided one of three passes that scored an overtime…
Jared Utz, Regional President, Southeastern Region of Mid Penn Bank, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in Philadelphia, near Fairmount Park. He was also…
Brad Ingelsby didn’t make any promises, but in an appearance at Neumann University on April 1, he hinted at another series about Mare Sheehan…
Twenty-two-year-old Temple University senior Renieal Campbell is also a beauty queen and drill sergeant in the reserves of the U.S. Army…
Four former Cheltenham High School students may have given fans of the area’s infamous sandwich their national day to celebrate. Ali Moshen, for Billy…
On Saturday, April 15, the Immaculata Symphony will perform their annual spring concert entitled “New Directions.” The concert begins at 7:30 PM in Alumnae…
The 2023 Bucks-Mont Spelling Bee at Wissahickon High School, Ambler, saw eighth grader Luke Huang take third place. WFMZ 69 News reported the complete…
Act II Playhouse will present six specially chosen productions to mark its 25th anniversary of providing first-rate live entertainment. The theater is one of…
Mindy Wawrzyniak, Head of School at Center School, grew up in a family that prized education. Her father was a math professor, and her mother…
Niche has issued its 2023 best places to live list, notably bestowing bragging rights to two Montgomery County communities among its top five.
This year…
Building a connection, a genuine connection is one of the things human beings crave the most — yet the fear of rejection often keeps us from…
Brad Ingelsby, the creative force behind Mare of Easttown, is coming to Neumann University in Aston for its inaugural film festival on Saturday, April 1…
Students often struggle with making meaningful decisions.
If they lack a simple framework to help them make decisions, everyday life can become increasingly frustrating and…
Dr. Karen Kent spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in Pottstown as the youngest of five children. Since a young age, she had a…
National Marching Music Day on March 4 is drumming up lots of interest on campus this year as West Chester University’s “Incomparable” Golden Rams…
Dina Daubenberger of Glen Mills is on a mission to help women become the best they can be, reports Mike Jerrick for FOX 29.
This…
Jack Darnell, a Penn State Abington integrative arts major, began his musical journey at the age of 11, which originated from his love of movies…
New mothers Leah Davey and Kayla Matthews both gave birth to their children during the COVID-19 pandemic. Facing the difficulties of being a new…
While reaching career goals in the age of inflation and The Great Resignation can feel insurmountable, it’s certainly not impossible. Experts recommend that career…
Neumann University’s master’s degree in Business and Organizational Leadership has been ranked as one of the nation’s 50 best online graduate programs…
Students from 16 high schools from Montgomery, Berks, and Chester counties will be sharing their talents at Montgomery County Community College’s 9th Annual Tri…
Brian Kelly, the founder and former CEO of The Points Guy, a popular travel website, spoke with MONTCO Today about being born on Long Island…
Money magazine’s list of 50 Best Places to Live in 2022–2023 includes only one Pennsylvania locale. And it’s not perhaps what most…
A Bucks County teacher was lauded for her outstanding skills in the classroom, and a popular mascot presented her with the prize for the distinction…
Making a resume can seem daunting, especially with ATS software that companies might use to “filter out” employees. A lot of resumes don’t even…
Leilani (Tesoro) Fox and Kevin Fox first crossed paths in 2002 as Penn State Abington students when they volunteered as Lion Ambassadors, leading tours for…
A Stacker-Niche study examined each U.S. state in an attempt to determine its best county. ABC 17 News, Columbia, Mo., carried the results…
Processing change can be difficult in the best of times, but the last few years have presented enormous challenges and substantial change in many aspects…
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes signed what was, at the time, the richest contract for an athlete in the history of American sports.
And…
Speed is a curious measurement.
At first blush, it appears simple: Things can go fast or slow.
But when it comes down to it, what…
Montgomery County is home to highly-ranked elementary schools. Niche recently released a list of the best public schools in the state for 2023. Here…
While most Super Bowl viewers on Feb. 12 will be focusing on touchdowns, ball control, and defense Charles Taylor will be parsing the night’s…
In the spirit of this year’s inclusive theme, Montgomery County Community College has expanded its annual Presidential Symposium on Diversity to a three-day…
Valley Forge Military Academy & College (VFMAC) welcomes the latest classes of plebes to both the Academy and the College to begin the spring semester…
Ellen Langas, founder and president of NouSoma Communications, Inc., spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in the Pittsburgh suburbs and later living and starting…
Salus University’s Orientation and Mobility (O&M) and Vision Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) programs celebrated their 30th anniversaries. One constant has been a hallmark…
This year, West Chester University will host several special events honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., whose federal holiday (Jan. 16 this year…
The past year was a challenging one for the U.S. economy because of inflation and a bear stock market. However, based on the cyclical…
North Penn School District is using an app called Here Comes the Bus to assure parents of their kids daily safe commute to/from school…
Conshohocken and Collegeville are among the ten best places to live in Pennsylvania, writes Chris Kolmar for the HomeSnacks.
To compile the ranking, HomeSnacks looked…
The North Montco Education Foundation will host its second annual car show on Apr. 22 at the North Montco Technical Career Center (NMTCC) in Lansdale…
Stacey Robertson, president of Widener University, spoke to MONTCO Today about her childhood in Scottsdale, Arizona, and San Jose, California, where she played as many…
Three Montgomery County towns are among the 10 best places to live in P, and five more communities are in the top 100. The local…
Colin Neill, Penn State Great Valley new Chancellor, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in a working-class family in Kent, England, where he…
Bringing the community together is an important part of Center School’s fundraising and development efforts.
The nonprofit independent school for students with language-based…
Twelve Montgomery County public high schools are among the top 50 in Pennsylvania for 2022, according to a new ranking recently released by Niche.
To…
Megyn Kelly, a former anchor for FOX News and NBC News, is no stranger to controversy. Throughout most of her career, she has always had…
While some students view January as an opportunity to verbalize their hopes and dreams for the coming year, many others enter the new year struggling…
The West Chester University “Incomparable” Golden Rams Marching Band will again represent West Chester University and the greater Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE…
Mike Fitzgerald, market president for East Penn and New Jersey at Univest Bank, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in Philadelphia and Holland in…
For 47-year-old Chris Wiley, a Huntingdon Valley teacher, his longstanding friendship with colleague Phyllis Procopio feels more like family. Kellie Patrick Gates chronicled…
Phil Closius, dean of the Wilmington University School of Law, spent his childhood in two very different environments – New York City and the suburbs of…
Pop open a bottle of sparkling champagne and kiss a loved one for good luck because 2023 is just around the corner.
Hype up the…
General Recreation in Newtown Square has been assisting clients for 47 years with their recreational needs thanks to its affiliation with national manufacturers to find…
Dr. William Scarlett, Senior Vice President of Cancer Care and Medical Director of Healthcare Delivery at Redeemer Health in Meadowbrook, spoke to MONTCO Today about…
Penn State Abington launched more than 225 new alumni into the world at its summer/fall 2022 commencement exercises. Philadelphia City Councilmember At Large Isaiah…
By Eric Wert
If you are considering starting a new business, you may be unsure about whether it is worth the effort to take the…
The 24 cadets graduating from Montgomery County Community College’s Municipal Police Academy gave each other a final salute before they soon begin their careers…
I accidentally spent $177 on a beef tenderloin.
One hundred and seventy-seven dollars.
It all started with Rick Steves’ European Christmas. I watched it…
Jim Cawley, President of Rosemont College, spoke to MONTCO Today about his idyllic childhood growing up in Levittown in Bucks County, his involvement in a…
The annual run-up to Christmas is so active (often too active) that when it’s over, a post-holiday slump can set in. With…
Norristown drivers who let their elapsed patience awaiting school kids boarding a stopped, flashing bus had best calm down in early 2023. Justin Heinze, Norristown…
Thirty-five-year-old Maria Pagnotta’s medical mystery appeared harmless at first. The Norristown resident was a routine runner, often logging ten mile per…
Isabella and Devin.
Devin and Isabella, fellow fifth graders, connected in class three years ago. Unlike other elementary school friends, however, these two live 130…
Health officials throughout the country are indicating that we are now facing a triple threat of respiratory viruses — the flu, COVID-19, and RSV (respiratory…
Elyse Lupin, President and Founder of Elysium Marketing Group, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Lansdale, her close relationship with her older brother…
By Ann Gibbons Phalen, PhD, CRNP, NNP-BC
Looking for a career where you can help people, but not sure what you can do?
You…
West Chester University invites the community to ring in the holidays with a festive celebration of music at the 101st Annual Holiday Concert. The concert…
Donna Urian, Board Chair of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine and Shareholder at Fischer Cunnane & Associates Ltd, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up…
General Recreation in Newtown Square often has client projects that are years in the making but sometimes the creation of a great playground, like one…
The 1946 Frank Capra classic film It’s a Wonderful Life is being given an interesting and entertaining framing device at Pottstown’s Steel River…
Two Montgomery County indy bookstores have gotten a well-timed nod from The Philadelphia Inquirer reporters Nick Vadala and Michelle Myers.
The recommendations come as…
Denise Lindsay, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Meridian Bank, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Carmel, N.Y., her love…
Have you ever been homeless? I have two times, but my story is a little different. This is a vulnerable story I chose to publish…
Narberth Ambulance EMS responder Rory O’Connell knows a thing or two about wearing uniforms. He’s been in one since his elementary-school days…
Montgomery County towns might be small in area and populations, but each Dec., they break forth with some big-time holiday festivities.
The Valley Forge…
Eric Davies, President of the Wurzak Hotel Group, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in Trenton, New Jersey, his childhood love of sports, and…
By Elizabeth J. Billes
The holiday season is officially here. How do you celebrate? Do you fight over the wishbone on Thanksgiving? Do you cook…
For Lloyd “Tony” Thomas, finding Church Farm School was as simple as clicking a mouse.
And that is probably the last time his name will…
King of Prussia District joined with two organizational partners — Upper Merion Township (UMT) and Pro Team Collision — to sponsor honorifics to Upper Merion Township’s…
Devon Prep has honored Lee Wybranski, the proprietor of Lee Wybranski Art & Design (LWAD) and one of the premier artists in the golf world…
Montgomery County Community College’s Massage Therapy Program celebrates its fifth anniversary this year— something Manager Bill Mullen wasn’t always certain he’d get…
Ben Fileccia, Senior Vice President of Strategy and Engagement at the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association, spoke with MONTCO Today about the hospitality “gene” he…
Motorists who treat Route 422 signage as its suggested speed limit had best calm down. Same with those who feel the need to lean incessantly…
Amateur shutterbugs, take heart: Misfire shots are why digital pictures are so easily deleted. But before obliterating those less-than-frame-worthy photos, a pause…
West Chester University’s Wells School of Music faculty, staff, students, and alumni will come together to pay tribute to one of its most illustrious…
The W.W. Smith Charitable Trust recently awarded its annual fall scholarships to 23 Montgomery County Community Colleges students.
Established by the late William Wikoff…
Sorry is a word used quite often in the American lexicon. But many argue that the adjective has lost its meaning. People often use the…
For the first time in its history, Gwynedd Mercy University has been ranked as a national university on U.S. News & World Report’s…
The littlest Phillies fans at St. Albert the Great Catholic School in Huntingdon Valley celebrated the team’s advancement to World Series, writes Marcella Baietto…
Robyn Hannigan, President of Ursinus College, spoke with MONTCO Today about frequently moving as a child and making new friends through sports and music. She…
Two of the most difficult colleges to get into in the U.S. are local to the Phila. suburbs, and one is in Montgomery County…
RKL LLP, a leading CPA and advisory firm with an Exton office and seven other Pennsylvania locations, was named one of the Best Places to…
Neumann University is creating a new opportunity for students to major in video game production and it’s happening because of a new technology lab…
Rebecca Rhynhart, City Controller of Philadelphia, spoke with MONTCO Today about her childhood in Abington and the lessons she learned from working at a pet…
When Morgan Dukes was in middle school, her aunt, Lachelle Smith, planted the seed that Salus University would be a great place for Dukes to…
Matin Haghkar, Owner of RE/MAX Plus (Bridgeport and Philadelphia), PHL Abstract, Wize Mortgage, and Team Leader of The Haghkar Group, spoke to MONTCO Today…
It is the very nature of fall that brings about my complete abandonment.
As October unfurls each year, my husband fades from my world, like…
As much as you might miss your school days sometimes, few people probably miss all the gossip and drama. You would hope such immature behavior…
Jack Dooley, a partner at Dischell Bartle Dooley, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Fort Washington and attending Villanova basketball games with his…
Lastick Furniture & Floor Coverings, a family business serving customers for nearly half a century is rolling up its carpets and moving out of the…
As the Phils spent an Aug. 23 night squeaking by the Cincinnati Reds in a ninth-inning nail-biter, one fan was not only thrilled…
Daylin Leach, former State Senator, and Representative, spoke to MONTCO Today about the lessons he learned from his tumultuous childhood – he went to eight different…
Steve Wicke, CEO of Recovery Centers of America (RCA) at Devon, spoke with MONTCO Today about the differences between growing up in southern Virginia and…
Don McCloskey, singer, songwriter, and band leader, will celebrate the release of his new album The Chaos and The Beauty with a show at Ardmore…
Bud Hansen, president and CEO of Normandy Farm, spoke to MONTCO Today about his close relationship with his dad and how he learned to love…
Montgomery County is home to 13 of 50 best private high schools in Pa. for 2023, according to a new report published by Niche.
Samuel Howe III — a Haverford School squash and tennis wunderkind who became the only player to win both the U.S. and Canadian national singles…
Karla Salinas, owner-and-chef of Karla’s Kitchen & Catering in Flourtown, sought to present her clientele with some of the same traditional dishes…
When Rebecca Nekritz was young, she didn’t read The Philadelphia Inquirer for celeb gossip, sports news, or fashion updates. She read it for the…
In conjunction with the recently published list of top Montgomery County high schools comes a similarly themed Niche.com assessment of the Montco school districts…
Parts of Pottstown got a clean sweep in a recent community cleanup organized by Hobart’s Run, a neighborhood initiative.
The crew tackled the King…
Student-loan debt forgiveness is a contentious national issue because of perceived fairness. Our nation is divided on partisan lines. On one hand is the…
With the summer vacation and Back to School seasons in the rearview, many small businesses are turning their attention to the upcoming holiday season to…
Dorothy Jaworski, Treasurer for Penn Community Bank, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in Conshohocken and Trooper with three siblings. She started working at…
He’s interviewed sports legends like Muhammad Ali, Michael Jordan, and Jack Nicklaus; held announcing jobs for the Philadelphia Eagles and Villanova Wildcats; and filled…
Lauren Wochok, Dean of Valley Forge Military Academy, spoke with MONTCO Today about how her youth and experiences have enabled her to take the helm…
West Chester University’s recent ribbon-cutting of the SECC building is the latest evidence that the university is a powerhouse to be reckoned with…
David Zellers, Director of Commerce for Montgomery County, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Wernersville, Berks County, where he could walk to school…
The artistry of Philadelphia illustrator Armando Veve will be shown in the Fine Arts Center of Montgomery County Community College from Oct. 13, 2022, to…
The Haverford School celebrated the Opening Day of the 2022–2023 school year on Sept. 8.
In keeping with tradition, the day began with the…
Montgomery County Community College invites applications for its Part-Time Administrative Assistant, Foundation position in Blue Bell.
The Part-Time Administrative Assistant, Foundation provides administrative…
They say hard work pays off, but in reality, there is more that goes into being rewarded than just your results. You can be the…
Advancing further in your job can feel a bit random at times. You need the right combination of an opening showing up, you having the…
You want the best education for your son.
You want his high school experience to ensure he’s well-rounded, playing team sports, taking on…
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) continues to receive accolades for its efforts to support civic duty among students. The college was recently included in the…
Sheresa Palmer lives by the saying, “God only gives his battles to his toughest soldiers.”
She continued, “People look at me and say that you…
As discussed in Part 1 of Gwynedd Mercy University’s recommendations for students visiting a college or university for the first time, the process may…
The old adage everyone tells kids who are trying to fit in at school is to “just be yourself.” But many kids struggle to heed…
Harcum College welcomed Philadelphia-based fashion designer and Haitian native Prajjé Oscar Jean-Baptiste, a Project Runway season 19 contestant, to the adjunct faculty ranks…
Mike Missanelli, the sports radio personality and cohost of the JAKIB Postgame Show with Seth Joyner, Derrick Gunn, and Devan Kaney that debuted yesterday afternoon…
As a counselor, one of your greatest challenges is navigating the growing and sometimes conflicting expectations of administrators, students, and parents.
Last week, we began…
Michael Louis, a partner at MacElree Harvey, spoke to MONTCO.Today about his childhood in Wilmington as the third oldest of four brothers. He discussed…
The Towamencin Township Board of Supervisors recently recognized its police force for committing 100 percent to an educational effort designed to inform officers on best…
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) hosted Early College Boot Camp at its campuses in Blue Bell and Pottstown recently for high-school students and families…
Two Pennsylvania universities are among the best public colleges in the nation in 2022. But they also represent some of the most expensive options on…
Four Montgomery County colleges have ranked among the 25 best colleges in Pa. for 2023, according to a recently released list by Niche, writes Rachel…
The 2022 Princeton Review of U.S. colleges is out, and two Montgomery County educational institutions have risen to the top of the nationwide list…
Dr. Gloria Oikelome will join Delaware Valley University as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs effective October 3, 2022. She will report to University…
Det. Michael Altieri has retired from public service in Montgomery County after 26 years of work in law enforcement. Dan Sokil ID’ed Altieri’s…
Montgomery County is home to eight of the 25 best private high schools in Pennsylvania, according to a recent report published by Stacker.
Each summer, blood donations drop precipitously across the nation. Locally, drive attendance is down 40 percent, owing to factors such as donor travel and school…
Local students are gearing up for their return to campus, and so is RKL. The fast-growing advisory firm, which has an office in Exton…
Paoli author William Kashatus provides a fascinating inside scoop on a pair of Phillies greats in his new book Lefty and Tim: How Steve Carlton…
Congratulations, parents! You have successfully guided your student through high school and navigated the rigorous college search process! Now it’s time to send him…
Beth Duffy, President and Chief Operating Officer of Einstein Medical Center Montgomery, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Southampton, Bucks County, her early…
Chris Bickel, Main Line Market Leader at Centric Bank, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Berwyn, the competitive spirit he honed through sports…
Already anticipating the Freshman 15? Need a way to tone up for a fall wedding? Normandy Farm has got your back (and abs, and glutes…
Bev Weinberg, Founder and Executive Director of Integrate for Good, spoke with MONTCO Today about her life growing up in a tight-knit neighborhood in…
The Chelsea Hotel in Manhattan is a popular spot that has attracted creative types for more than a century, writes Matt Reigle for Grunge.com…
Joe Cafarchio, Executive Vice President at Meridian Bank, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up as the second oldest of eight children in East Syracuse…
Philadelphia Magazine writer Laura Swartz donned proper Lysol-sprayed bowling shoes to compile her list of the best alleys in the region. Two of them…
In the wake of Top Gun: Maverick, my marriage was the 1961 Ferrari 250GT convertible at the end of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off — dented…
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board announces the return of Arts Montco Week, a celebratory initiative that supports Montgomery County’s over 200 arts…
Delaware County Leadership: Michael Rounds, President of Williamson College of the Trades
Michael Rounds, President of Williamson College of the Trades, spoke with MONTCO Today…
When it’s time to ask for help with your mental or physical health, many people don’t know where to start. There are hundreds…
The Oct. 25 Careers of Tomorrow Expo is an opportunity for students in late middle- and high school to explore 100 of the many career…
Anne Prisco, the president of Holy Family University, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Brooklyn and how being the daughter of a first…
As a general contracting and construction management company that employs more than 25 professionals, maintains a network of skilled subcontractors, and regularly generates more than…
Dr. Benjamin Rusiloski, the president of Delaware Valley University, spoke with MONTCO Today about his early love for science and math that took him from…
Summer 2022 can be seen as a tough one for families: COVID-19 worries still lurk about; gasoline prices are limiting travel; weekly grocery budgets…
Phoenixville-based Spectrum has merged with Pennsauken, N.J.,-based CFI to create the largest minority and woman-owned MillerKnoll furniture dealer in the country…
It’s a safe bet that Montgomery County’s dismissed classes of elementary and high-school students want no part of any history lessons — or…
Alumni of the Criterions Jazz Ensemble, out of West Chester University’s Wells School of Music, will take the stage for a free concert on…
The cliché success story usually contains a high-achiever standing amid a gushing public and eager press and saying something on the order of, “I…
The North Montco Technical Career Center (NMTCC), Lansdale, provides unique learning experiences for area high school students. It enables them to explore potential careers in…
Partners Mark Dischell, John Dooley, Robert Iannozzi Jr. and Elizabeth Billies have been selected to the 2022 Super Lawyers list. In addition, George Saba Jr…
School’s out and Summer’s in… Make the most out of your getaway in Montco, PA.
Dine Al Fresco
Cheers to summer spirits and…
Anthony Floyd isn’t afraid to admit he’s a bit of a class clown. His jokes aren’t malicious, they’re meant for everyone…
The site of the Wedgwood Bed and Breakfast Inn has hosted numerous high-profile figures. One of the earliest was Gen. George Washington, who stayed…
Lower Merion School District has agreed to return $27 million to taxpayers over several years as part of a settlement of a long-running lawsuit…
Investing has been top of mind for many as the stock market fluctuates. With investing being a subject that is not commonly taught in school…
Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board is pleased to announce a series of initiatives that celebrate LGBTQ+ artists and small businesses in Montgomery County during…
Noah Walker, a La Salle College High School graduate and University of Pittsburgh hammer thrower, will cap his collegiate career at the NCAA track and…
Immaculata University has received the Special Education Performance Grant 2022-2024: Developing Future Special Educators from the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
The grant provides $25…
Al Pacino has a memorable line in an unmemorable movie. It’s The Devil’s Advocate, and he tells Keanu Reeves his “stud” look is…
It has long been put into everyone’s heads from a young age that if you want to get a good job, you need to…
Dr. Jon Jay DeTemple, the President of Harcum College, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in government housing near Binghamton, N.Y.; his fondest…
As you get older, you want to know that your children will be taken care of and receive all the savings you want to bestow…
On June 1st, seniors from North Montco Technical Career Center (North Montco) participated in the Senior Recognition Program held at North Penn High School. During…
When it comes to investments and retirement, retirees are in a precarious position. You have accumulated a retirement nest egg, but now you face new…
It’s always burger season and three food and restaurant columnists from The Philadelphia Inquirer have come up with the 17 best places to get…
We aim to bring awareness to mental health all year long. This is not a new development; in fact, it’s an annual designation although…
Whether it’s exploring the far reaches of the cosmos, kicking the winning soccer goal, performing beautiful music or cooking something delicious in the kitchen…
The five-bedroom, 2-1/2-bath Wallingford home had a lot going for it when Hong Lin and her husband, Jinbin Zhai, decided to…
Deanne H. D’Emilio, President of Gwynedd Mercy University, spoke with MONTCO Today about having hit the “parent jackpot” as a child growing up in…
Shawn Wood grew up in Northeast Philadelphia and never lived on his own. Then he got accepted into the Disney College Program last summer. It…
Entire communities benefit when organizations work together to create affordable housing such as the Beech Street Factory lofts at 341 Beech St., according to Ben…
By Liz Billies
Memorial Day, the unofficial start to summer, is almost here. While it certainly ushers in more BBQs and trips to the shore…
Pennsylvania is not adequately funding public education and it’s violating its constitution, states Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro, who also happens to be the…
Amariah Bashir, a senior from Northeast Philadelphia, spoke on behalf of the Bachelor’s Degree students. Remy Bou, a sophomore from the East Mount Airy…
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) event that honored Firstrust Bank Board Chairman and CEO Richard L. Green became an opportunity for the corporate leader to…
Get ready for a leisurely pedal-powered adventure deep into tall forests, crossing bridges, chasing creeks, and admiring the scenic wonders of the Montco area…
Lately, life has been difficult and challenging for most people. We hear news about COVID, how bad the economy is, and contentious political discussions that…
Three Montgomery County schools rank among U.S. News & World Report’s 20 best public high schools in Greater Philadelphia, writes Ryan Mulligan for…
Jim Brexler, CEO of Doylestown Health spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in St. Louis County, Missouri; taking Chevy Chase–style vacations to Southern…
Roger Zacharia, the CEO of Ambler Savings Bank, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Huntingdon Valley as the son of hard-working immigrants…
It’s an all-too-common part of growing up: High-school best friends choose different paths, go their divergent ways, and lose touch. But…
Are you thinking about installing a pool, adding a shed, deck or a privacy fence — or perhaps something bigger? As a property…
Marc Lucca, the President of Aqua Pennsylvania, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in South Philly; being motivated to work at an early age…
Cheyenne Diehl’s decision to go back to school and pursue a career in Hawaiian anthropology is the result of several deeply personal events that…
Bob Hart, General Manager of the King of Prussia Mall, speaks with MONTCO Today about his West Virginia roots, moving around frequently when he was…
West Chester University, with more than 17,600 students, honored 34 of its professors for their research work at a Friday, April 29 event.
The world has changed a lot in the last few years. For aspiring college students, that has meant they need to start factoring in what…
One of the questions that come up often with regards to BAR40 is how it started, and part of that origin story can be traced…
Located in Malvern, Penn State Great Valley is a special mission campus and graduate school of the Pennsylvania State University. Its academic programs include engineering…
Inflation has been hard-hitting over the last year, with many noting the pinch of prices most in grocery stores and gas stations. Not to…
By Inna Materese
Spring has officially sprung, which means the school year is winding down. Thoughts of the hot summer months — and summer camp — have…
Dawson Anders, a Telford native, has led by example over the past three seasons as golf team captain at Temple University, writes Nick Gangewere for…
Chris Powell, the Senior Vice President of Global Field & Partner Marketing at Qlik, a King of Prussia company delivering end-to-end, real-time…
Dr. William Carr, professor of music and piano at Immaculata University, has been named one of the Top Music Teachers for 2021 by Steinway &…
When preparing for a lecture on multinational accounting, a nagging feeling came over me.
Part of the presentation included Venezuelan currency, and given its on…
David Freeman, the CEO of QNB Bank, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Columbus, Ohio; getting married right out of high school and…
A Montgomery County Community College faculty member has recently been tapped to help promote the Fulbright Scholarship Program.
Sociology Associate Professor Garvey M. Lundy was…
Fred Richter, player for and coach of the Quakertown High School basketball team, has long been called a legend. But later this month, he’ll…
Warren Buffett, arguably the world’s greatest investor, wrote in his 1993 annual letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders, “In the short-term, the stock market…
A new job is an exciting time, but it can also be nerve-wracking due to the pressure of having to live up to the…
There are a lot of life events that can lead to you wanting to step back from a full-time schedule. But just because you…
If you are dreading your company’s return to the office, you have alternative options available. As an article for Forbes explains, at the start…
This fall, Ursinus College in Collegeville will become the eighth college or university in Pennsylvania with an NCAA women’s wrestling program, writes Matt Hagy…
Merrill Pittman Cooper, 101, one of the first Black trolley car drivers in Philadelphia, hired in 1945, now has his diploma, writes Cathy Free for…
Whether it’s a compromised email, ransomware, mail theft, or other criminal attempts, fraudulent schemes continue to trend upward and can cost businesses and consumers…
David Galluch, a Republican candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in Pennsylvania’s 5th Congressional District, spoke with MONTCO Today about losing his…
KOP Restaurant Week & KOP Shops for CHOP, April 4-10, features lunch and dinner prix-fixe menus at fine dining restaurants, donation days, and…
West Chester University appears on several of U.S. News & World Report’s lists of the best graduate schools for 2023.
WCU’s master…
After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the annual Tri-County High School Art Exhibition returns to the North Hall Gallery at Montgomery…
Abington High School students get real-life work experience within their high schools walls, with an in-school coffee window reports Katherine Scott for 6abc…
Celina “Lee” Siwula, Director of the Prelicensure BSN Program at Immaculata University, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in a tight-knit family in…
“We are living in the largest institutional and human shift in the history of our species,” says Leonard Brody. “It is a complete resetting of…
Lansdowne native Byron Howard received his second Oscar win Sunday when “Encanto” won best animated feature, writes Alicia Vitarelli for 6abc.com.
“Encanto” was one…
Lidl US, ranked a top 3 U.S. grocer by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, announced that it will host a grand opening event…
For the 35th year, top works of art from Montgomery County and Bucks County high school students will be featured during the Annual “Touch the…
Josh Verlin, a Harriton High School graduate and editor-in-chief and President of the Board of Directors of City of Basketball Love, is keeping…
Carl Woodin and Ilene Rovner began their courtship early on, and are still making a life in Montco and traveling the world, writes Kellie Patrick…
Students at Mother Theresa Regional Catholic School in King of Prussia donned what they call crazy socks on World Down Syndrome Day to show support…
Artist Brian Hearns — a 15-year art teacher at East Ward Elementary School in Downingtown — is known for works that command attention, writes Melissa Jacobs…
The Middle States Commission on Higher Education has bestowed accreditation upon Saint Joseph’s University and the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia for its…
Their teachers are heroes. They need a place to hang their capes, and Center School is raising funds to build their amazing teachers a faculty…
On Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at 7 pm, Perkiomen School’s Office of College Counseling will host a virtual College Counseling Workshop on Athletic Recruiting…
Valley Forge Military Academy & College is establishing the first-ever Valley Forge Academy in Qatar–the first international American school for boys to open…
A $10 million gift from The H. Hovnanian Family Foundation will help with a $60 to $70 million renovation to Villanova University’s library, create…
Mary Ann Messmer, SVP, Head of Private Banking at Meridian Bank, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Blue Bell as the daughter of…
With the state lifting restrictions and restaurants allowing 100% capacity, no one is happier to welcome patrons back in than several chefs in Montgomery County…
Bob McGowan, the COO of Peddler’s Village, the Delaware Valley’s top tourist destination in 2020, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in…
The Little League created a nationwide Challenger Division in 1989 to include children with physical and intellectual disabilities, and this program eventually made its way…
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Connecting with our families…
Kate Winslet has a companion Mare of Easttown award to go on the shelf with the Emmy she won for portraying detective Mare Sheehan, writes…
The 1997 Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems Precious Metal Gems Emerald Kobe Bryant card sold privately for a record $2 million, image via PWCC Marketplace…
Crumbl Cookies–the sweet treat that has gained explosive social media attention—has officially opened the doors of its first-ever location in Jenkintown.
U.S. Rep. Madeleine Dean, who represents Pennsylvania’s 4th congressional district, a district that includes almost all of Montgomery County and a small sliver…
Eating an oyster is an experience all its own.
Take the Original Clam Tavern at 339 E. Broadway Ave. in Clifton Heights. This community favorite…
A study from Deloitte, the multinational professional services network, revealed that less than 5 in 10 Americans believe manufacturing jobs are rewarding, stable, safe, or…
Panamanian President Laurentino Cortizo-Cohen has welcomed Col. Stuart B. Helgeson, USMC (Ret), president of Valley Forge Military Academy & College, along with VFMAC alumni…
At the celebratory event, presented by global biotherapies leader CSL Behring, Uplifting Athletes awarded $180,000 in research grants to nine promising young investigative rare…
Continuing to evolve a student-directed, authentic approach to education, Perkiomen School launched the Design Institute, one of four unique deep learning paths, to be…
Though you would think a worker with more experience would be more highly regarded, the fact is some companies regard being older as being out…
Exploring is a great way for a child to develop.
Exploring stimulates the senses with new sights, sounds, and smells; while it improves motor skills…
Montgomery County Community College invites applications for the Director of Campus Safety, College-Wide Blue Bell, Pottstown, and Lansdale campuses position and the Custodial Supervisor…
A graduate from Manor College in Jenkintown was recently named the new Chief Nursing Officer in the Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center, reports Manor College…
By Elizabeth BilliesAre you paying or receiving child support? If so, major changes may be headed to your Support Order for 2022 and beyond. Every…
There have been several books written about basketball legend Kobe Bryant, and there will undoubtedly be several more.
None, however, will have his local connections…
Villanova’s first-year student Lucy Olsen has had the unusual opportunity to start at point guard in every game since joining the Wildcats, writes…
In an increasingly crowded and competitive market, West Chester University’s online graduate programs continue to be ranked highly among more than 1,200 programs…
One Montgomery County online MBA program has found its place among the 100 best in the country for 2022, according to a new ranking by…
U.S. Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon, who represents Pennsylvania’s 5th congressional district, a district that includes much of Delaware Couty, a small section of…
Rosemont College President Jayson Boyers is ushering in major changes on the small campus in Bryn Mawr by doubling the size of freshmen class and…
U.S. News & World Report has ranked Neumann University’s online bachelor’s degree among the top 100 in the country.
In rankings released…
Jordan Space, President of the Eastern Pennsylvania Region at S&T Bank, spoke with MONTCO Today via Zoom about growing up in Lancaster County…
A Montgomery County Community College esports student-athlete just won the first national title in the program’s two-year history.
Taking three games in…
Halyna Keller, the Vice President of Finance at UKRFCU (Ukrainian Selfreliance Federal Credit Union), spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in the “Ukrainian Ghetto…
The Hill School’s Boyer Gallery will host Life through Light and Shadow, watercolors by Ellie Moniz through Friday, February 18, 2022. This event is…
At Perkiomen School, they create possibilities. Their community is a celebration of individuals, their space is transformative by design, and their impact is focused on…
Lower Providence-based waste service company J.P. Mascaro & Sons are donating $1 million to over 100 tuition-based elementary and secondary schools and…
This year, Montgomery County nonprofit Integrate for Good is débuting a new way of thanking supporters for joining them in building a more inclusive…
If you happen to be out and about in Drexel Hill you may run into Melinda Emerson.
And if you’re thinking of going into…
Michelle Venema, CEO of Home of the Sparrow, spoke with MONTCO Today about being raised as the daughter of German immigrants who grew up during…
TESOL International Association — formerly the Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages — has named Meg Eubank from Perkasie its 2022 Teacher of the Year…
Montgomery County’s Norristown Farm Park has announced upcoming educational and family-friendly events scheduled for January.
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Saturday, January 8, 11…
MONTCO.Today is very excited to announce our newest Affiliate Partner, North Montco Technical Career Center.
It’s thrilling to share the news of North…
Dr. Victoria L. Bastecki-Perez, President of Montgomery County Community College, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up the youngest of four children outside Pittsburgh…
Over the past two years, the real estate market has pivoted many times. Depending on where you live, you might have experienced a hold on…
The Montgomery County Office of Public Health (OPH) has announced that the Omicron variant of COVID-19 has been detected in a Montgomery County resident…
When it comes to vacation, the hotel is my favorite part—other than where to eat, of course!
This year, your usual holiday vacation plans…
Ding Dong! LinkedIn Calling! LinkedIn just added a bell feature. Read on for terrific tips about music for videos, copyright, and other bell trivia. Learn…
Center School, based in Abington, has educated and supported thousands of children since opening its doors in 1989.
Their alumni are strong and passionate about…
Spring-Ford boys basketball team has been working hard, preparing for the new season with Joe Dempsey, the former La Salle College High School head…
Jeane Vidoni, the CEO of Penn Community Bank, spoke with MONTCO Today about being born in Cleveland and growing up in Allentown; being inspired by…
Born in Egypt, raised predominantly in Italy, and having spent significant time in Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Hungary, Switzerland, France, and the United States, Jenkintown’s Manor…
Emily Duggan’s passion for helping others was forged from a tragic loss at an early age.
In 2006, her then 3-year-old younger…
Even if you enjoy your job, the environment attached to it can leave you feeling worn out. However, if you recognize what the source of…
Three months after Hurricane Ida passed through Montgomery County, Bridgeport is still trying to recover from the devastation that the storm left in its wake…
Dr. Marilyn Wells, the Chancellor of Penn State Brandywine, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up outside Pittsburgh as the daughter of first-generation-born…
Upper Merion Area High School sophomore Nate McCollum is one of the many local teenagers who are entering the workforce to fill the holiday season…
West Chester University’s Wells School of Music celebrates the 100th anniversary of the annual Holiday Program with a celebratory concert on Saturday, Dec. 11…
Zane Moore, the President and CEO of the YMCA of Bucks County, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Levittown and Fairless Hills; his…
Stacker recently compiled a list of the best community colleges in the Keystone State using rankings from Niche.
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) ranks among…
Dr. Vail Garvin, President & Chief Executive Officer at Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up in Levittown, overcoming polio…
The PA SEED Ecosystem is continuing the Chief Science Officers (CSO) Program for the 2021 – 2022 school year.
The CSO Program is for students in…
At Perkiomen School, education gets personal. Faculty members help uncover the passion inside each student and aim to focus that passion by participating in project…
Higher education can unlock so many doors for adults looking to further their career, pivot to a new field, or continue a life of learning…
Two Montgomery County Colleges are among the top 100 in the nation, according to the recently released Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings…
If you are dissatisfied with your current position, career trajectory, boss, or salary, people in your circle may have recommended going back to school for…
King of Prussia-based GVF, a winner of the Bicycle Friendly Business award, is elevating bike encouragement at Valley Forge through its My School in…
Dick Vermeil, the legendary football coach and Chester County resident who led the Philadelphia Eagles to Super Bowl XV, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing…
Stacker used Niche 2020 rankings to compile a list of the best counties to raise a family in every state. The counties were selected based…
When it comes to buying insurance, consumers have two primary options available: Captive Agents and Non-Captive Agents.
While both can provide insurance services, the…
Paul Redman, the President and CEO of Longwood Gardens, spoke with MONTCO Today about being born in Texas and growing up as the son of…
When Melissa Matt opened Philadelphia Ashtanga Yoga just a few months ago, she did so with the desire to offer a yoga practice that has…
Montgomery County Community College’s (MCCC) classes are now available to students across the globe in India.
Through a collaboration with the Department of Collegiate…
Ask a Philly sports-movie fan about a favorite film, and responses are likely to include Rocky (1976) or Invincible (2006) or even Silver Linings…
West Chester University’s Wells School of Music will host a free concert featuring the Criterions Jazz Ensemble and world-renowned jazz pianist Orrin Evans…
Villanova University has made the U.S. News and World Report 2022 Best Global University list, coming in ninth among 10 total Pennsylvania universities on…
Satanic Delco, an organized group of rebels known best for their local acts of charity, has talked the Rose Tree Media School District into changing…
The Lincoln Center (TLC) Leadership Academy invites all school district and community partners to come to an open house, see its new location and learn…
Lower Merion residents gathered ahead of the Lower Merion Zoning Hearing Board meeting to protest the plans by Lower Merion School District to turn a…
Montgomery County Community College recently published its digital 2020-2021 Annual Report “Montco For All.”
The report highlights the “Year of Learning” that included the…
Chas McCormick, a West Chester native and Henderson High School graduate, held his own for the Houston Astros during his first season of Major League…
Perkiomen School invites prospective families to learn more about their day and boarding experiences for students in grades 6-12 and post-graduates.
The independent…
It has been a tumultuous time for the job market of late, but certain fields have emerged stronger than others. Healthcare is of course in…
Sitting side by side, the Lower Merion School District and Philadelphia School District provide a perfect example of the disparity in school funding for Pennsylvania…
Say BOO to the FLU at the ZOO Vaccine Clinic.
Boo to the Flu:
The Montgomery County Immunization Coalition (MCIC) is partnering with Elmwood Park…
To determine the 2022 Best School Districts in Pennsylvania for athletes, Niche analyzed data from the U.S. Department of Education as well as millions…
Ah, yes fall is here. The cooler weather brings fall festivals and events for all to enjoy right here in Montgomery County. So go ahead…
Abington Friends School (AFS), for students age 3 through grade 12, is hosting an Open House on Saturday, October 16 at 1 p.m. This…
“The key item of interest entering the fall selling season is inventory, specifically the lack thereof,” Michael Diggin of RE/MAX Town & Country in…
Montgomery County is home to nine of the top 50 school districts in Pennsylvania for 2022, according to a recently published ranking by Niche.
Mark Dischell, a Partner at Dischell Bartle Dooley, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Atlantic City, in a beach house that overlooked the…
Zhuang Ruan, a 20-year-old Pennsylvania native and poker prodigy, is already leaving his mark on the high roller circuit despite not even being…
Preparing for a job interview requires more than just sprucing up your resume and breaking out your favorite professional attire. You need to prepare mentally…
Delice et Chocolat feels like a little bit of France on Lancaster Avenue in Ardmore. Large windows let in the sunlight and give views of…
Selecting the learning environment that will best nurture and develop your daughter during her high school years is a momentous decision that can influence the…
Kyle Pitts, who played quarterback at Abington Senior High School, is ready to show just how good he can be as a tight end in…
Prior to the pandemic, there were concerns about the gaps in education and training for children and young people. But in the words of UNICEF…
A large-scale residential development project at the former Kennedy Kenrick Catholic High School site has taken a step forward after Norristown Municipal Council authorized…
While sites like LinkedIn and Indeed are no doubt useful, they can also be overwhelming. Rather than relying on personal interactions, so much of modern…
Eleven Montgomery County public high schools are among the top 50 in Pennsylvania for 2022, according to a new ranking recently released by Niche.
By following his passion for the arts, Collingdale native and Broomall resident Michael Duff balances the stress of the intensive care unit at Children’s…
Choosing a high school for your son is a big decision as it can put him on a positive path for his future. When you…
Pennsylvania is one of the five best states for teachers, according to 2021 ranking recently released by WalletHub.
To determine which states will provide educators…
One Montgomery County town has ranked among the 50 best places to live in the U.S. for 2021-2022, according to a new list…
Philadelphia Eagles have named Perkiomen Valley High School Head Coach Rob Heist as the first Eagles High School Coach of the Week for the 2021…
An announcement from two local college presidents Wednesday afternoon is a game-changer for those who get left behind pursuing a college degree.
West Chester…
Maybe you are deliberating going back to school for a master’s degree. Or maybe you are just starting out in higher education and trying…
On September 22, 2021, the DeSales University MBA Program will be hosting a Power Breakfast entitled, Effective Leadership in the Digital Age.
The presenter will…
Rich Nourie, the Head of School at Abington Friends School, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in suburban Boston; the influence his activist parents…
Twenty years after the September 11 terrorist attacks, even the oldest young people in school have no memory of the events that brought sudden devastation…
I’m not a dog person. We should just get that out of the way right now.
We’ve been together in this column, you…
West Chester University President Chris Fiorentino will formally kick off WCU’s 150th anniversary in his “welcome back” address to students, faculty, staff, and the…
To determine the best colleges in the Keystone State, Niche performed a rigorous analysis of academic, admissions, financial, and student life data collected both from…
West Chester University, currently celebrating its 150th anniversary, has emerged as the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education’s most successful institution. Susan Snyder covered…
Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board is pleased to announce additional venues, attractions, and events for their first-ever Arts Montco Week.
The county will…
Stacker compiled the list using U.S. Census Bureau data. Counties and are ranked based on the highest percent of the population aged 25 years…
Brendon Jobs, the new Director of Upper School at Abington Friends School, brings both big goals and years of experience in diverse academic institutions to…
As the Senior Vice President and Market Leader of Centric Bank’s commercial lending office in Devon, Chris Bickel leans on the experience he gained…
The annual ranking measured nearly 3,000 counties on 84 metrics across the ten categories that drive overall community health. The most heavily weighted categories…
C&N is teaming up with the American Bankers Association Foundation’s Get Smart About Credit program as part of an ongoing effort to…
Montgomery County is home to two towns that are among the best places to live on the East Coast, writes Meagan Drillinger for Stacker.
To determine the ranking, Niche compared counties in the country based on relevant metrics, such as public schools, cost of living, job opportunities, and local…
The ranking is based on the percentage of public schools within a county that have placed in the top ten percent of all schools in…
Perkiomen School is ready to start the new school year, following its motto of inspiring students to risk becoming their best.
The first day of…
Downtown Scoop is housed in a brick-and-mortar shop located in the heart of historic Souderton, and they love to serve their community.
To determine where students can receive the best and most affordable education, WalletHub compared community colleges across three key dimensions, including the cost and financing…
A manager’s recent move within his company highlights the process it has in place for employee advancement, especially for those looking for a new…
The APGA Tour and the Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board (VFTCB) introduced two of the Philadelphia Region’s top amateur golfers as part of…
I once had a boyfriend who borrowed $400. He broke up with me before it occurred to him I had more paychecks coming.
Months later…
As an administrator of an independent school, your primary focus is educating your students so they can grow and learn for the future.
However, it…
Ryan Edginton, the President and CEO of All-Fill, a manufacturer of packaging machinery based in Exton, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in…
Once their feet were planted firmly back on the ground after having reached a comfortable cruising altitude of about 1,300 feet, twin brother and…
Maureen Breslin was faced with a difficult decision in the summer of 2020. The Broomall native had recently graduated from Neumann University with a degree…
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American Community Journals (ACJ), publisher of MONTCO Today, continues to expand and deepen its reach throughout the greater Philadelphia Region…
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The influences that redirect a budding career are often unpredictable. Eliyahu Kheel’s transformative moment came from some “garbage” pizzas…
During a school board meeting in Phoenixville, two parents started a discussion on critical race theory (CRT), eliciting mixed reactions from the audience. CNN’s…
Ursinus College has named alumna Jill Leauber Marstellar as its interim president, making her the first woman to lead the Collegeville school in its 152…
Varusha Adler, a Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway Fox & Roach Realtors. She is from Durban, South Africa, a beach town on the east coast. She…
SmartAsset viewed and updated data to find the best places for small business owners in the United States of America.
To determine the ranking, SmartAsset…
Bill McSwain, former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up “southern” in West Chester; the lessons…
Stephanie Henrick was born in Orange County, California, and found her way to the East Coast via Villanova University for a B.A. in English…
Montgomery County has placed among the 25 top communities for education in the nation, writes Elliott Davis for U.S. News & World Report.
Supporting ongoing maintenance of historic Edgewood Cemetery, located at 989 E. High Street, is as easy as sipping your favorite IPA or lager, seltzer, or…
Buying a home can be challenging for the buyer, especially if the buyer is purchasing their first home. The best way to tackle the task…
Penn Community Bank, the largest mutual bank headquartered in eastern Pennsylvania, has named Stephen Murphy EVP, Chief Banking Officer.
Murphy led the bank’s Residential…
There was no playbook to prepare local health networks for the global medical crisis that arrived on the doorstep of the United States earlier this…
It’s about that time for vacation, and I’ve got my stack of beach reads all ready, because what is a vacation if not…
Every year, the employees at American Community Journals, the parent company of MONTCO Today, take a one-week vacation to recharge our batteries and spend…
Spring-Ford Area High School graduate Conor Larkin has been selected by the Toronto Blue Jays in the ninth round of the MLB Draft, writes…
Reverend Khristi Adams is the Dean of Spiritual Life & Equity and an instructor of Religious Studies at The Hill School in Pottstown.
She is…
Dave Zellers is the Director of Commerce of Montgomery County and is most proud of how his career continues to evolve. “I am fortunate to…
Jennifer Shemtob is always looking for teachable moments, either as a teacher or a student. “I was a teacher in the Lower Merion School District…
Pennsylvania is among the top three states in the nation for its number of local governments. Only Texas and Illinois are ahead of us, writes…
Independent or private schools present unique challenges to finding the right school insurance coverage because the risks go beyond what a typical business faces.
With…
Kelly Peiffer learned early on the importance of working with customers and serving the public. From her first job at the Water Ice Factory in…
Jenna Antoniewicz was born in Seoul, South Korea, adopted when she was 11 months old and welcomed to the US at JFK International Airport by…
Glen Macnow, the long-time WIP sports-talk host, part-owner of Conshohocken Brewing Company, and the man who can’t quite get over the…
Kennett Square native Justin Best and Malvern native Julian Venonsky are bound for the Summer Olympics in Tokyo.
Best, a graduate of Unionville High School…
DeSales University is giving recent college graduates and business professionals looking to change careers the chance to earn a Master’s of Business Administration (MBA…
Sometimes you just realize the career you thought you wanted isn’t working out, and other times the decision to make a change is forced…
Lynne Partridge, a teacher, and administrator who brought change and decades of joy to Lower Merion School District, has decided to retire, writes Beccah Hendrickson…
Malvern Bank client Dan Hall, owner of Prestige Photography in Malvern, has been a professional photographer since 1991. A graduate of Conestoga High School, his…
From homework in the hospital just hours after giving birth, to a sleeping toddler on her shoulder at graduation day, Amani Butcher persevered through several…
Pat Regan appeared on Instagram along with hip-hop mogul Sean Combs, also known as P-Diddy. @diddy/Instagram
Pat Regan, a Rockledge native and…
The much-anticipated time has finally arrived, and MONTCO Today—in partnership with Montgomery County Community College, Meridian Bank, The Lincoln Center, Bald Birds Brewing…
Phil & Jims Steaks and Hoagies in Parkside has won the title of “Best Cheesesteak” in the Delaware Valley region, writes Peg DeGrassa for the…
Blair Rush, Southeast Region President at C&N, spoke with MONTCO Today about spending his entire life in Bucks County; his memories playing baseball…
Given what the world has dealt with ever since the pandemic started, many people likely now have unemployment gaps in their work history.
A lot…
The new Visitors Guide highlights all the great places in Montco.
The guide to all things Valley Forge and Montgomery County is here! Check out…
Editor’s Note: I attended Camp Neumann in the 90s, and Stephen M. Taylor and Mary Ellen were amazing camp directors and genuinely caring, awesome…
Your résumé is not just a glimpse into your career history, it is also a portrayal of your personality. Your font choices, formatting choices…
The coronavirus has impacted nearly every aspect of our lives. But how it has impacted philanthropy – to charitable organizations and for-profit entities such as…
Joe Gillespie, Vice President for Enrollment Management at Manor College, spoke with MONTCO Today about his wonderful memories of growing up in Overbrook, taking public…
Part of the thrill of HBO’s “Mare of Easttown” was picking out local places you recognize, writes Maria Panaritis for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
MCCC will host a series of cool camps for children in the community. From racing around the globe to discovering all the artistic beauty it…
Mark A. Devey, the Head of School at Perkiomen School, spoke with MONTCO Today about being born in Pittsburgh and growing up in Bethlehem, where…
Have you done an audit of your Linkedin profile? Have you considered doing a LinkedIn SWOT analysis of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats?
If not…
Spring-Ford assistant coach Steve Schein was inducted into the Pennsylvania State Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame on Sunday, writes Jeff Stover for PA…
With inventory low and so many people looking for a home in Montgomery County, buyers are willing to pay premium prices while overlooking things they…
By Chris Isaac
Maybe you’ve finally landed your first big interview in your career, or perhaps you’ve just been doing things virtually for…
The life sciences industry in the region is experiencing explosive growth, with expectations that the need for jobs in cell therapy, gene therapy, and gene…
The next generation of public school teachers depends on the quality — and the availability — of mentor teachers who will show them the way.
Wilmington University…
Everyone was impacted in their job by the pandemic to some extent, but young professionals early in their careers had it particularly…
West Chester University will welcome the first students into its new Physician Assistant Program this July after successfully applying for accreditation-provisional status from the…
With active listings at record lows in the Philadelphia region and the surrounding Montgomery County area, homes selling at record fast rates, the seller’s…
According to the Enrollment Management Association’s Standard Application Online, the coronavirus has impacted the independent school admissions process significantly in the past year. (Big…
To many, the George King Athletic Stadium at Strath Haven Middle School is a welcome addition to Nether Providence.
But to a couple living directly…
By Greg Welsh, Marketing & Communications Assistant at Perkiomen School
“The show must go on.”
If there was ever a year to question the validity…
Paula F. McCauley, Board Chairperson of The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth (TLC), an Audubon-based nonprofit, human services, community-based organization that provides…
Two Montgomery County vocational public schools are among the best 25 in Pennsylvania, according to a new ranking recently published by the Public School Review…
Nick Filet, the filet mignon sandwich chain, is expanding with 11 new franchise locations, writes Kennedy Rose for the Philadelphia Business Journal.
Great Valley High…
They say there will always be work in the medical field, and with the demand for medical care thanks to COVID, you…
Montgomery County is home to eight out of the fifty best high schools in Pennsylvania, according to a new ranking by U.S. News &…
As a contract J&J records analyst in Fort Washington, Radhi Fernandez found he needed some outside time.
At the urging of colleagues, he…
Lower Merion’s Junior Varsity Lacrosse Team is becoming internet-famous thanks to an Instagram video of their recent game and captain, Kamari Bolden, writes…
Downingtown-based Haverford Systems was instrumental in Rosemont College’s efforts to develop a successful system for long-term hybrid learning, according to a staff…
Headquartered in Exton, with more than $3 billion in assets, Citadel Credit Union is one of Greater Philadelphia’s largest locally owned financial institutions, proudly…
Tyrannosaurus rex teenagers were calamitous. Their presence altered any ecosystem unfortunate enough to host them. It’s possible they had a role in whatever freaky…
There have been plenty of stories in the media about how disruptive the pandemic has been to education and how parents grew concerned about their…
Brandon Rost, CEO of beMarketing and a MONTCO Millennial Superstar, spoke with MONTCO.Today about learning the values of hard work and relationships in his…
Getting a good education is essential to many career paths, so graduation should be a happy time that marks new opportunities. Unfortunately…
Montgomery County is home to thirteen of the 50 best places to raise a family in Pennsylvania in 2021, including the third best place in…
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) and the Global Esports Association (GEA) announced an Esports Event- The Game Together Tour is coming to…
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Norristown teacher Donald Conaway Jr. has been recognized by the National Hockey League as one of the best teachers in the…
The long and short of this story is the scammer got my parents to purchase $2,000 worth of Best Buy gift cards.
And they…
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Perkiomen School is an Upper and Middle college-preparatory school that combines a diverse, outstanding curriculum with hands-on, transformative…
Editor’s Note: This is the fifth in a five-part series by Aqua Pennsylvania that highlights different aspects of the company, including its history…
The StreamGeeks, a West Chester-based group of video production experts dedicated to helping businesses discover the power of live streaming, will host an educational…
Top works of art from Bucks and Montgomery County high school students were featured during the 34th Annual “Touch the Future” art show, presented virtually…
In education, one size does not fit all. Students don’t all learn the same way, yet they are often subjected to the same standardized…
At Abington Friends School, finding the best ways to educate, mentor and support their students is essential, and they are leaders in creating experience-based…
Finding a job is always a draining process, and the conditions of the past year have only exacerbated that challenge. Scouring the same job boards…
Fourteen Montgomery County towns are among the fifty best places to live in Pennsylvania, according to a new ranking by Niche. I mean, of course…
When someone you know suffers from trauma, it can often be difficult to know how to help.
Through its Education Institute, The Lincoln Center for…
Montgomery County is home to fourteen of the 50 best private high schools in Pennsylvania for 2021, with Baldwin School making the top five in…
Ten Montgomery County public high schools are among the top 50 in Pennsylvania for 2021, according to a new ranking recently released by Niche.
With Donald Trump no longer the president, Montgomery County progressives are trying to keep the momentum going by shifting their focus to local activism, writes…
A progressive auto-immune disease is destroying the liver of a retired teacher living in nearby Delaware County, but he can be saved with a…
Although its ranking has improved in recent years, Pennsylvania still has quite a way to go in terms of the well-being of its women…
I suppose the announcement last month from the CDC, the one nudging schools to get kids back full-time, should have given me that same…
Haverford College is among the top ten small colleges in the Northeast, according to a new report from The Wall Street Journal.
The ranking is…
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine and West Chester University have partnered to offer free nutritional education to all in the community. Two webinars will be…
It’s always exciting to find out you’ve been selected as the best candidate for a position, but that process is…
The first Eagle Scouts in Chester County date back more than 100 years, to May 1918, and to date, just 6,845 Scouts have had…
The DeSales University Master of Business Administration (MBA) Program has again earned recognition on U.S. News and World Report’s coveted list of 2021…
Margo DelliCarpini, Ph.D., has assumed the position of Chancellor and Dean of Penn State Abington, which oversees approximately 3,700 students, more than 320…
CollegeThoughts is a one-stop shop helping students find their way through the college application process.
Students get help prepping for SATs, writing essays, preparing…
Montgomery County Commissioner Joe Gale is the latest Republican to join the already crowded race for the position of Pennsylvania governor, writes Rachel Ravina for…
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In 2020, we saw several businesses close their office doors and opt for a more remote workforce. Many people…
With the majority of industries changing their way of doing business due to the pandemic, now may be the ideal time to make a drastic…
The record-breaking success of Netflix’s The Queen’s Gambit has revitalized global interest in chess, with significant spikes in sales of chess sets…
West Chester University’s online Master of Business Administration has achieved a solid ranking on the newly released 2021 U.S. News Online MBA Programs…
With just a few words with HealthSpark Foundation’s first-ever Director of Equity and Inclusion Ms. Chinwe Onyekere, you feel how warm and caring…
A slogan is a promise from the business and a call-to-action to the customer.
Nike – Just do it.Bounty – the Quicker Picker Upper…
Chester County is home to the most affordable place in Pennsylvania that offers a high quality of life at a manageable cost of living, according…
Four Montgomery County places are among the best small towns to raise a family in the nation, with Penn Wynne included in the top three…
Dennis Johnson, the Chief Financial Officer at Qlik, the King of Prussia-based company that is the leading business intelligence and data visualization software company…
Ron Livers, a Norristown track and field legend and a three-time NCAA champion in the triple jump, died on December 19 at age 65…
With a comprehensive and disciplined plan of risk assessment and management, Valley Forge Military Academy and College has been able to provide in-person instruction…
As a counselor for The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth (TLC) at our Leadership Academy, I have personally experienced the ongoing instability in education…
The Gothic fortress in Wynnewood that was originally built as a home for Isaac Hallowell Clothier of Strawbridge & Clothier has altered its purpose several…
With West Chester University’s deep roots in teacher preparation, it’s no surprise that its Early and Middle Grades Education programs recently earned notable…
Nolan Jones, a Langhorne native and top Cleveland Indians prospect, has been excelling on the field thanks to his patient approach and strong work ethic…
I didn’t intend for the mashed potatoes to land in her mouth.
But it was eleventh grade, we were joking around, and she – my…
Vickie Bee, who used to date Adam Goldberg in high school, will play her own mother in the writer’s hit show based on his…
Manor College has recently been ranked #3 on the list of safest colleges in the country by StateUniversity.com, a remarkable accomplishment on a list…
By Amanda Moreton
As educators continue navigating the 2020-2021 school year, it has become apparent that creating a supportive and positive virtual classroom culture…
Amid the growingly challenging environment for many colleges, St. Joseph’s University – which straddles the Philadelphia-Lower Merion line – is ready to adjust for the…
Abington Friends School is hosting a Fall Admission Virtual Visit, Tuesday Nov. 10, that will serve as an informational session covering the admission process and…
By Wendi Rank
When the rideshare arrived, the driver told my mom he was there to take her to Maryland.
The problem? My mom hadn…
Montgomery County is home to seven of the Top 50 school districts with the best teachers in Pennsylvania for 2021, according to a recently published…
Buffalo Bills head coach, Lansdale’s Sean McDermott, is the first NFL head coach from the Philadelphia area since John Rauch, a Yeadon High School…
Manor College held its ninth Ukrainian Dialogue virtually this year to discuss the political philosophies of President Zelenskyy in mid-October.
The College hosts dialogues…
By David Bjorkgren
In a time when health care services often seem impersonal, Milestone Therapy Group in Bala Cynwyd still feels like family, according to…
Several local colleges are hoping to keep the number of COVID-19 cases low enough to continue holding in-person classes until Thanksgiving, writes Susan…
By Melissa Miller
The phrase “unprecedented times” gets thrown around so much that it’s almost cliché now. The world has changed drastically during the…
There’s loads of exciting things to do this November in Montgomery County. The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board put together a list of…
Halloween is the best holiday of the year.
One might argue the best holiday is Christmas, or Thanksgiving, or – gah – Mother’s…
With 80 world class hotels in Montgomery County, The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board spotlights the Holiday Inn Lansdale-Hatfield as the Hotel of…
Sarah Mayland’s 5-year-old son, Jack, has autism and trouble communicating. He needs the support of services like Milestone Therapy…
This year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Manor College held the 69th Commencement ceremony in the parking lot for a drive-in style earlier…
Montgomery County is home to nine of the Top 50 school districts in Pennsylvania for 2021, according to recently published rankings by Niche.com.
Montgomery County is home to sixteen of the 50 best private high schools in Pennsylvania for 2021, with Baldwin School breaking into the top five…
Professional services firm RKL has once again been named as one of the Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania. This statewide awards program annually identifies…
Students in West Chester University’s Department of Theatre are working on an original, student-led presentation and will host two live virtual performances via…
At 18 years old, Huntington Valley native Delila Matara was the youngest graduate at the Montgomery County Community College 2020 Commencement Ceremony held on Oct…
When he enters Lincoln Financial Field next week, New York Giants coach Joe Judge will be welcomed from the stands by a group of his…
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many different aspects of life, one in particular being education. However, teachers at Abington Friends School are taking a…
Sales of vacation homes are booming as the pandemic leads more people to look for places where they can work or relax not far from…
Ed Holland, a standout at Wynnewood’s Friends’ Central and one of the best players in the Philadelphia area, has committed to continuing his basketball…
For the fourth year in a row, Chestnut Hill College has been nationally recognized as a “College of Distinction” for providing high-quality, hands-on…
Hank Stofko, the legendary Plymouth Whitemarsh High School boys basketball coach who led the team to 583 wins and the 1963 PIAA championship, died on…
Montgomery County Community College will host two virtual 2020 Fall Online Open House events beginning Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 3PM. to 5PM and again on…
Chris Howard, a junior and Cadet Second Lieutenant and Battery Section Leader at Valley Forge Military Academy, has been recognized as the Main Line Student…
Despite the disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic, Abington is one of the 50 Best Places to Live in America, according to a new ranking…
Five Montgomery County colleges have placed among the best colleges in the nation for 2021, according to a new list published by The Wall Street…
Man’s Best Friend is joining the front lines in the spotted lanternfly battle, reports the 6abc staff and Christie Ileto for 6acbc.com.
Andrew J. Norton, of Blue Bell, a former senior vice president and chief medical officer for Main Line Health, died of complications from a rare…
Not every teenager thrives in a traditional school setting. Some students with emotional and behavioral challenges struggle in a large classroom, avoiding school altogether as…
Arcadia University was once again ranked among the region’s top performing schools by U.S. News and World Report for its 2021 “Regional Universities…
Haverford College ranked in the top ten best liberal art colleges in the nation, with Bryn Mawr College also making the top fifty, writes Ellen…
Cecil Mosenson, a former basketball coach at Upper Moreland High School who also coached one of the best players of all times, Wilt Chamberlain, at…
Three Montgomery County organizations are among the top 100 best employers in Pennsylvania, according to the second annual ranking of America’s best employers by…
Navigating the 2020-2021 school year is challenging. It’s hard to know if your school is teaching in-person or virtual, or what alternatives…
West Chester University has received the 2020 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused…
At a time when most students and parents are preparing to start the school year in a virtual environment, and when most parents are concerned…
By Leslie Feldman
If you’re reading this article, congratulations on deciding to go back and get an MBA. You have made a great decision…
Madeleine Dean, the U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania’s 4th congressional district that includes the majority of Montgomery County, along with her son Harry give…
North Penn High School marching band will not lose out this season, but their experience will be significantly different than what the members are used…
By Jodi Ervin
As the new school year rapidly approaches, school districts are facing new expectations and questions about what lies ahead.
Schools and communities…
Seats are still available in one of the top Allied Health programs at Harcum College: Occupational Therapy Assisting (OTA). Classes start on Friday.
Occupational therapy…
Calla Knopman, an Ambler resident and feline behavior specialist, has penned a book that helps cat lovers measure the IQ of their four-legged friends…
Phoenixville native Tyler Manion, a senior at Arizona State University’s renowned Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, recently co-hosted Sun Devil…
To help children and teenagers, you have to go where they are.
That’s why The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth created a School…
Facilitated by Montgomery County Community College’s Cultural Affairs Department, over 50 kids aged 7-14 participated in Janet’s Planet Virtual Astronaut Summer Camp…
With many school districts in the region starting the school year in a virtual format or with a hybrid model, families are becoming vocal about…
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The best part of A Christmas Carol is watching Scrooge engage in his first good deed. His exuberance at sending the Cratchit…
Lower Merion Township’s Board of Commissioners has voted to adopt a resolution to establish a TDM policy, making it the first such policy for…
Local high school athletes are continuing workouts and hoping for the best as uncertainties continue to loom over the fall season of high school sports…
The advantages of obtaining a bachelor’s degree vary throughout the state, with the Philadelphia metro region having the highest difference in average pay compared…
Montgomery County is home to six of the 20 Best Places to Live in Pennsylvania, according to new rankings recently published by Niche.com.
Niche…
You can’t turn on the TV today without being confronted with the debate about children returning to in-person school this…
Montgomery County contact tracers, including Neil Lader, use a spreadsheet as the main weapon in their efforts to stay on top of every COVID-19…
Each July, I download school supply lists and shuttle my kids to Target. But this is 2020. I’m watching video updates…
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes just signed the richest contract for an athlete in the history of American sports. And a Coatesville native helped…
Montgomery County Community College’s online associate degree program in Public Health is garnering national attention for excellence.
College Consensus recently published the list of…
Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele has published the 2019 District Attorney’s Office Annual Report, highlighting the year’s significant initiatives and accomplishments…
Four colleges in Montgomery County have cracked eight top 100 national lists, according to College Consensus’s 2020 rankings.
College Consensus’s methodology compiles rankings…
I was in New York City last year, running to catch my train. A man in front of me had a lizard…
Nationally, West Chester University is among the 100 Best Public Universities and 100 Best Value Universities, according to College Consensus’s 2020 rankings.
College Consensus…
Pennsylvania is the fourth worst state for racial equality in education, according to a study published by WalletHub.
A recent study found that school districts…
In this summer of uncertainty, and with many camps and recreational centers closed for the summer, it’s West Chester University to the rescue with…
By Main Line Health
Whether you’re absolutely stir crazy or you’ve been in COVID mode so long you’re not quite sure what…
Four Dischell Bartle Dooley partners have been named Pennsylvania 2020 Super Lawyers and two partners have been named 2020 Pennsylvania Rising Stars.
Partners Frank Bartle…
The SunnyBrook Ballroom, a premier event venue in Lower Pottsgrove, will host the country’s first “Social Distancing Drive-in Wedding” on June 20.
After…
Many parents may be thrilled Philadelphia and the surrounding counties in the yellow phase can open summer camps. But a conversation with an epidemiologist reported…
Despite the spring sports season being cut short due to the coronavirus pandemic, thirty-seven Montgomery County Community College student-athletes were recently recognized for…
Since the pandemic struck our country, families have been socially distancing at home and for some the transition to learning online has resulted in idled…
School districts nationwide are facing major challenges when classes resume in the fall as they have to account for significant new oversight and spending with…
Heidi Specht, an Arcadia University International Studies and Spanish double major, has been announced as an English Teaching Assistant recipient with the Fulbright U.S…
Many local colleges are currently deciding how to proceed come fall semester and are preparing for all eventualities, including the possibility of in-person, online…
A graduating Drexel University senior shot a photograph that is the cover for Time magazine’s edition for the first week of…
Marc Minnick, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs at Manor College, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Ridley Park, discovering a deep…
Angela Kearney, who has been supervising the education of her four children and grandchildren at her Pottstown home is finding distance learning to be a…
Amy Meyerson, a Villanova native and internationally best-selling book author, returns to the Main Line in her new book, The Imperfects, writes Lisa Dukart…
With testing for SAT and ACT exams suspended due to the coronavirus pandemic, Manor College in Jenkintown has joined more than 1,000 educational institutions…
Valley Forge Military Academy and College has entered into an innovative partnership with Citizens’ High School (CHS), a leader in online high school education, to…
Ten Montgomery County high schools have found their place in the fifty best Pennsylvania high schools, according to a new ranking published by U.S…
Louis Knight, Narberth’s American Idol hopeful, performed from his home on Sunday as the singing competition presents this season’s Top 20 contestants, writes…
In a time of uncertainty, it is important we step away from our daily routine and engage with experts to help us become informed, engaged…
Mary Eyde, a Collegeville resident and La Salle University senior, is looking forward to serving her post-graduation term in Africa as a volunteer in…
By Jen Hendrickson
When other organizations began to cancel their spring programs and events due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, University of Delaware Management…
West Chester University’s online MBA program is ranked 20th in the 2020 Online MBA Rankings published by Online MBA Report in March.
WCU’s…
Suburban Jungle, a new service that just launched in Philadelphia, helps prospective homebuyers choose the suburb that is just right for them, writes Sandy Smith…
A few weeks ago, when the coronavirus pandemic forced the closure of schools across Pennsylvania, the students and faculty at Villa Maria Academy High School…
Gov. Tom Wolf has announced that all schools will remain closed for the remainder of the 2019-20 academic year.
He made the decision in…
By Eric Frey
In normal times, we would be entering the peak season for buying and selling a home.
Weekends would be filled with open…
With the “indefinite” closures of schools, one local teachers’ company is saving the day for hundreds of families around the area.
Teacher Time To Go…
Over the last 30 years, Haverford Systems has built a reputation as the region’s go-to company for audiovisual installations.
Given current events – which…
By Brandon Steiger
This is written to the business owner, the C-Suite, and marketing professionals that are struggling to keep their businesses in front…
By Emily Keel of Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board
As our local, regional, national and global community makes the necessary adjustments to navigate this…
By Mike Bowman
On behalf of the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB), I wanted to update you on how our organization is working…
Methacton and Pope John Paul II high schools have had to press pause on their historic boys’ basketball runs amid the growing coronavirus threat, writes…
Six Montgomery County towns are among the twenty-nine best towns in Main Line and its western suburbs, writes Tara Behan for the Main Line…
Spring is just around the corner and Valley Forge and Montgomery County are already alive with some of the biggest events of the year.
In…
The 42nd annual Montgomery County High School Exhibition and Competition hosted by Montgomery County Community College will open on March 3 with a reception at…
By Brenden Curry
Qlik, a software company based in King of Prussia that helps businesses accelerate their value through data, is shaping the next generation…
Bob Saget, the famous comedian who graduated from Abington Senior High School, is bringing his stand-up act close to where it all began for…
Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro visited Cheltenham High School, where he sat down with a group of student equity ambassadors to talk about social justice…
A quarter of the high schools on the list of the 100 best schools in Pennsylvania for 2020 are in Montgomery County, according to a…
By Diane VanDyke
Sometimes love starts with a simple smile and some laughter.
Montgomery County Community College alumni Rebecca (Becca) Martin and Nick Vergara, both…
Montgomery County Community College will host the 7th Tri-County High School Exhibition from Feb. 18 through March 20 at North Hall Art Gallery at…
Berwyn native Ed Welburn, the retired Vice President of Global Design at General Motors, spoke with MONTCO Today about his most prominent memories of his…
By Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board
February is always an exciting time in Valley Forge and Montgomery County, Pa. It’s a time of…
Having been designated by the Governor and Legislature as the Military College of Pennsylvania, Valley Forge Military College in Wayne boasts a number of differentiators…
Pro Football Hall of Famer Chris Doleman, who spent a postgrad year at Valley Forge Military College, has died at 58 after a prolonged battle…
By Mark Hostutler
The news broke on Sunday afternoon, and after a couple of sleepless nights, it still doesn’t seem real to me.
NBA…
Lawyer Patrick J. Kurtas is the new president of the Montgomery Bar Association, and the first to come from the Pottstown area since it was…
BSN Sports, a division of Varsity Brands,has acquired the team sports business of Wayne Sporting Goods, based in Wayne, reports SGBonline.com.
The team…
Kurt Kunsch, Senior Vice President and the Trust Managing Director at Phoenixville Federal Bank & Trust, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Phoenixville…
By Lynne Williams
What do you do when one person says something to you that makes a very deep impression? You write about it and…
Thor, a bulldog owned by Abington High School graduate Kara Gordon, captured the hearts of the live and television audiences and won Best in Show…
Four Montgomery County schools are among the Top 500 STEM High Schools in the nation for 2020, writes Nancy Cooper for Newsweek.
The Hill School…
Adam Levin, a Wissahickon High School graduate, had a heartbreaking loss during his short stint on Jeopardy! when he went up against James Holzhauer during…
In the almost four years that MONTCO Today has been in business, we have carved out an important niche as a vehicle for sharing positive…
The Board of Trustees of the Valley Forge Military Academy and College, the official Military College of Pennsylvania, has ratified recommended changes from the College…
The seniors on the Springfield-Montco High School football team have orchestrated the program’s renaissance three years after it was forced to cancel the…
By Emily Keel
A quick summary of 22 “must-do” events happening around Montgomery County this week compiled by Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board…
Chris Matthews, a La Salle College High School graduate and MSNBC host who celebrated his 20th year with the network last week, is cancer free…
A magnificent home set on 80 breathtaking acres with seven bedrooms and five full and four half bathrooms is available for sale in Kennett Square…
While boutique boxing is on the rise in the Philadelphia area, there are still a number of old-school boxing gyms that can make any…
As she prepares to deliver the keynote address at the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board’s annual luncheon at the Philadelphia Expo Center in…
One Montgomery County college, Bryn Mawr , cracked a top 100 list of best universities and colleges in the nation for 2020, reports WalletHub.
Haverford College…
By Dr. Jacqueline Klaczak Kopack, PT
Which degree is more valuable? An associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting (PTA) or a doctoral degree in…
Louis Knight, a nineteen-year-old singer-songwriter from Narberth, is hoping to raise awareness around mental health with his new single, “Change,“ writes Alex…
Shaun Elliott, the President & CEO of the Greater Philadelphia YMCA, the Conshohocken-based organization with 195,000 members, 5,000 employees and eight branches…
Arcadia University is introducing men’s and women’s ice hockey programs this year, the latter led by Kelsey Koelzer, an African American woman and…
The Smart Caption Glasses display a synchronized transcript of the play’s dialogue and sound from the production directly onto the lenses of the smart…
When the weather is cool and the leaves begin to turn, Valley Forge and Montgomery County truly come alive.
Fall is a season of adventure…
Ed Harris, the Chief Marketing Officer at the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board, a private, non-profit membership organization which actively promotes the Valley…
Arcadia University in Glenside has ranked among Princeton Review’s “Best in the Northeast” in its “2020 Best Colleges: Region by Region” for the fifth…
Oliver Bass, the President of Natural Lands, a non-profit organization that saves open space, cares for nature, and connects people to the outdoors in…
Montgomery County is home to six of the 40 Best Public High Schools in Philadelphia and the Suburbs, according to a new report in Philadelphia…
Governor Tom Wolf took executive action last week to improve quality, transparency and accountability of Pennsylvania’s charter schools to control costs and improve outcomes…
By Anthony Oneal So, your kids are in high school. Honestly, you’re already crushing it as a parent, especially if you still have your…
By Mark Schiele [gap height=”10″] Maybe you remember him calling The Masters. Maybe calling Secretariat’s thrilling Triple Crown victory. Oh, and then there…
The Malvern School of Blue Bell has earned top recognition among all early childhood education programs in the U.S., receiving accreditation from the National…
By Rachel Cruze I remember as I was growing up, I always thought school was free. I mean, I understood that private school costs money…
Colonel Stuart Helgeson, the superintendent and Chief Operating Officer of Valley Forge Military Academy and College in Wayne, spoke with MONTCO.Today about growing up…
Dr. Joe DeSimone paved his own way to becoming an entrepreneur. His latest project, Carbon aims to improve the way things are made, writes Alejandro…
North Montco students Joel Henschel and Trevor Harrison have been building skills that will prepare them for a rewarding career. For the past year Harrison…
My best friend was telling me about his oldest daughter the other day. She began to show interest in film during high school, and now…
In eight years, Horsham-based Edward Taylor Coombs Foundation has distributed more than $550,000 in merit scholarships to visionary leaders of tomorrow who exhibit…
Local solid waste service company J. P. Mascaro & Sons continued its long history of supporting educational programs and initiatives by announcing that it has…
Pottstown will bring back an increasingly popular event that heralds the transition from summer to fall with a stylish, fun flair featuring outstanding local food…
Wisler Pearlstine, LLP is pleased to announce that its Education Law Department, one of the largest and most respected in the state, has added three…
Dear Dave, I’m on Baby Step 2 of your plan, and I’ll be debt-free except for my home by the end of…
David J. Draganosky
Montco.Today Community Profile
Your full name? Who are you named after?
David J. Draganosky is my full name. My first name…
Matthew W. Quigg, an associate at the Lansdale law firm of Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg and Gifford, P.C. served as a presenter at the “2019…
Three Dischell Bartle Dooley partners have been named Pennsylvania 2019 Super Lawyers and a partner and an associate have been named 2019 Rising Stars.
Frank…
Hamburg, Rubin, Mullin, Maxwell & Lupin is pleased to announce that the Honorable John C. Rafferty, Jr., an attorney with the firm, has been inducted…
Yeah, everyone loves summer vacation. But this isn’t the time for your kids to take a vacation from funding their college educations. They deserve…
Dear Dave, I was recently offered an opportunity to participate in a hands-on stock trading class. The problem is we don’t have the…
Haverford Trust was recognized at the 30th FELS Love Our Kids Celebration for their ongoing and generous support of FELS mission over the last seven…
LEM Products, Inc., a global manufacturer of industrial safety identification labels, tags and signs is working to educate students about potential career opportunities in the…
By Anthony ONeal
If you’re the parent of a high school graduate, congrats! Getting through high school was a lot of work for them…
Located in beautiful Bryn Mawr, this enchanting Colonial home is wonderful and rare with a stucco exterior, charming window shutters, inviting front patio, and cedar…
The Pennsylvania Bar Association (PBA) has presented awards that recognize outstanding leadership in the legal profession and extraordinary service and longstanding membership in the association…
Pottstown residents generally agree that providing fun, healthy activities and youth mentorship strengthens the community and helps youths stay on a positive path – rather than…
Over the past year, North Montco Technical Career Center (NMTCC) has seen a substantial increase in calls from manufacturers and machine shops looking for potential…
Imagine a gorgeous 112-year-old Georgian stone manor on nearly an acre & a half of beautifully landscaped grounds with colorful gardens, mature trees…
Committed to bringing fans the best experience and most electrifying athletes on the planet, the Harlem Globetrotters will give their fans a chance to get…
Dear Dave, I’ll be retiring in the next couple of years. When I leave my job, we will have a yearly income of $65…
High Swartz LLP, a full-service law firm with offices in Norristown and Doylestown, Pennsylvania, is pleased to announce that 11 of its attorneys have…
Wissahickon High School leads the pack of Montco high schools in U.S. News & World Report’s Best High School rankings, coming in at…
Elmwood Park Zoo is excited to unveil a brand new educational initiative to benefit local school students. Entitled “Elementary Education Takeovers,” the program invites area…
Rarely does a home become available which offers the best of everything. Located on a desirable private lane in the heart of Lower Merion, this…
Harcum College has teamed up with Herman Miller, the national interior design and furnishing company, to create a new Student Success Center on campus, according…
Mike Capone, the CEO of Qlik, spoke with MONTCO Today about being born in the Bronx and raised just north of New York City and…
One of the number of ways that Univest Bank and Trust Co. demonstrates its commitment to community is by teaching young people the value of…
The Perkiomen Valley Art Center is pleased to announce the award winning artists of the 57th Annual Membership Exhibition currently at Mennonite Heritage Center, 565…
Dear Dave, As a business owner, how do you find a life balance between work and home? I have my own small business, and sometimes…
The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education’s Board of Governors has voted to adopt tuition reform that will give the 14 state-owned universities…
Privacy Built in the 1880s, this unique, well-designed, fully renovated Main Line home (originally built as a country house) is situated at the top…
Monster Tree Service, the nation’s first and fastest-growing tree service franchise, has opened a new location near Chicago, Illinois. Recently featured by SUCCESS…
Boys and girls aged 4 to 15 tried to catch some of the 100 trout stocked for the Optimist Club of Valley Forge’s annual…
On behalf of Arts Montco, and the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board staff and board of directors, I would like to say thank you…
John Hickenlooper, a member of The Haverford School’s Class of 1970 and a two-time governor of Colorado, has declared his candidacy for president…
Your full name?
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Where were you born and where did you grow up?
I was born in Boston, Massachusetts and raised in…
The 32nd Annual “Touch the Future” Art Show awards ceremony, sponsored by the Pennsylvania State Education Association/Mideastern Region (PSEA/MER), and Council for the…
Treat yourself to one of the best offerings of suburban living on the Main Line of Philadelphia. This home is located on a beautifully landscaped…
A recent survey of Manor College faculty indicated that the vast majority now use Open Educational Resources in the classroom. What exactly are Open Educational…
Citing a strong record of accomplishment and dedication to seeking justice for all citizens, Montgomery County Sheriff Sean Kilkenny today announced he would seek re…
For the 32nd year, the “Touch the Future” art show will honor participants from throughout Bucks and Montgomery counties’ public high schools as it kicks…
Fresh Artists, an award-winning nonprofit empowering young lives through art, has been invited to exhibit children’s art for the 2019 Philadelphia Flower Show…
The Fine Arts Gallery at Montgomery County Community College’s West Campus in Pottstown will soon be bustling with visitors taking in the dozens of…
Dear Dave, My mom is single, and she co-signed on my student loans for college. Would it affect her credit if I couldn’t…
Amazing opportunity to live in a tranquil setting with resort-style amenities! Feel like you’re on vacation every day of the year at this…
Private education is flourishing in Montgomery County.
Montco is home to 15 of the Top 50 Private High Schools in Greater Philadelphia, according to the…
Award-winning pianist Spencer Myer will perform at Chestnut Hill College’s upcoming Steinway Artist Concert — an annual tradition featuring piano recitals from the world…
Montgomery County Community College is gearing up for its 41st annual Montgomery County High School Exhibition and Competition, which opens on Feb. 5 with a…
National School Choice Week 2019 begins today, kicking off the largest series of education-focused events and activities in American history.
More than 10.8…
The Montgomery Bar Association (MBA) held its Annual Business Luncheon Meeting at Blue Bell Country Club in Blue Bell Friday Jan. 11, 2019.
Nearly 300…
After more than 20 years under one managing partner, the family law firm of Shemtob Law is pleased to announce a new name, new partners…
Lower Merion School District has voted to exercise its right of eminent domain on two properties in Villanova for future athletic fields, writes Natalie Kostelni…
Rory G. Ritrievi, President and CEO of Mid Penn Bank, the parent of Malvern-based First Priority Bank, spoke with VISTA Today about growing up…
By Joe Barron
When Bud Hansen III was learning the family business, his father gave him a piece of advice that has guided him for…
From a growing social media following to an increase in awards, the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) is celebrating a record year for…
As a Montgomery County court stenographer, Emily Posnan is used to stepping into the “supporting actor” role during high profile cases. Now, the Abington resident…
Five outstanding projects and a long-standing committee that has preserved an impressive amount of open space in Montgomery County received 2018 Montgomery Awards at…
Wisler Pearlstine, LLP is pleased to announce that partners Amy T. Brooks and Amy De Shong recently presented on pertinent education and family law topics…
Baby its (getting) cold outside! As the weather grows ever colder the Thanksgiving and Christmas season grows ever closer. This weekend in Montgomery County brings…
What if your company only had one shot to deliver its best sales pitch for a chance to secure funding.
What would yours be?
Three…
High school students from four southeastern Pennsylvania counties will put their computer science skills on display November 9 as they compete in the Spotted Lanternfly…
Penn Cinema is pleased to announce the opening of their third location, which will be in The Marketplace at Huntingdon Valley. Penn Cinema has two…
The Board of School Directors of the Abington School District announced that the groundbreaking for its more-than-$104 million Abington Senior High School additions…
A Taste of Bucks-Mont highlights the area’s best food, wine, beer, and spirits while raising money for the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association…
What a magnificent one of a kind masterpiece with an added touch of Prairie School architectural design made famous by American Architect Frank Lloyd Wright…
Each year, hundreds of corporate and medical professionals gather to celebrate the accomplishments of the American Heart Association at the annual Philadelphia Heart Ball. This…
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) made a noticeable impact on the women’s golf circuit this past May and will continue to…
While it is true that professional athletes are no different than us when it comes to putting on their pants one leg at a time…
For many, the arrival of September means cooler weather, the return of pumpkin spice everything and the excitement of the “back to school” season. The…
By Katie Kohler
Get that man a beer.
Dan Hershberg, CEO and Co-Founder of Workhorse Brewing Co., has been busy. On Thursday, Sept. 13…
Frontline Education, a Malvern-based firm that provides administrative management software to school districts across the country, is developing voice-controlled software that in time…
The Philadelphia Catholic League hasn’t grown much since its inception. In fact, the last “new” team to join the PCL ranks was Archbishop John…
Welcome to 205 Maple Hill Road! A best of both worlds magnificent home in a highly desirable location offering privacy and convenience. Situated on a…
A pair of internet security security experts say that smart-home devices linked to the internet might not be as secure as homeowners like to…
Professional golfer Jay Sigel spoke with MONTCO Today about his upbringing in Narberth and how his first experience with golf was as a caddie for…
Spoiler Alert: College is expensive.
With Ivy League perennial Princeton topping the list of the best colleges in the country, it’s no wonder the…
Question: I’m a recent design school graduate with a degree in fine arts (BFA). While interviewing for a job, a prospective employer questioned whether…
Villanova University’s College of Engineering joined the ranks of the school’s winners recently — but this was a huge monetary victory.
Villanova University’s…
By Eric Huskey Di Bruno Bros., the highly renowned, family-owned cheese monger based in Philadelphia, is pairing up with Norristown’s Elmwood Park Zoo…
Hawk Hill is planning to expand the nest. In the fall of 2018 St. Joseph’s University will open its newly created School of Health…
Governor Tom Wolf has appointed Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) Chairman Charles H. Ramsey as Chairman of the new School Safety and Security…
Norristown Area High School Principal Ed Roth is completing his first school year at the helm on Eagle Drive. He took over…
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia announced plans Tuesday for a full-service, inpatient medical center in King of Prussia — its first outside…
Was it really that long ago when this approximate date on the calendar was met with such unbridled joy, anticipation, celebration and enthusiasm?
Of course…
Two partners of the Dischell Bartle Dooley law firm, Lansdale, have been named Pennsylvania 2018 Super Lawyers and a partner and an associate have been…
Entering Saturday’s final round, Louise Ridderström (Stocksund, Sweden) was three shots off the lead, but a competitive course record 8 under par 63…
The Montgomery County Commissioners have issued a challenge to the Sheriff’s Office and Norristown’s Police and Fire departments to see who can recruit…
Truly the best of both worlds! This completely renovated 3 story single family home has all the benefits of new construction, along with all the…
By a unanimous vote at a special meeting on Monday, May 21, the Board of School Directors of the Norristown Area School District appointed current…
Question: Our 28-year-old son is bipolar and has refused to take his medication. We are dealing with the aftermath of his second interaction…
Michelle Kichline, Chair of Chester County’s Board of County Commissioners, speaks with VISTA Today about growing up in near King of Prussia, her mother…
Natural Lands has announced the launch of Save Stoneleigh, an awareness and education campaign aimed at fending off the condemnation of Stoneleigh, a natural garden…
Two weeks ago, Conshohocken AMBUCS’ yearly ASAP (AMBUCS Special Athletics Programs) banquet celebrated some 200 athletes affected by intellectual or physical challenges. Come May 19…
J. Alexander’s first Pennsylvania location is in a prime spot. It is on the boulevard across the street from the King…
Answer provided by Cary B. Hall, Esq. from the Law Offices of Cary B. Hall, LLC: Cary B. Hall, Esq. responds: Short answer: yes. Depending…
Camp Woods Estate is a one-of-a-kind property with a stunning home that spans over 14,000SF of meticulously appointed luxurious living and…
By TONY LEODORA
Helping the future leaders of Montgomery County – and, eventually the state and the nation – has been the mantra of the Montgomery County…
Some homes have it all! Located on one of the premier lots in sought-after Estates at Normandy is this Stone & Stucco stunning Colonial…
Villanova University’s Charles Widger School of Law has climbed 12 spots from 77 to 65 on the U.S. News & World Report annual…
Not so fast, say State Reps. Tim Hennessey, R-26th Dist., and Tom Quigley, R-146th Dist., when it comes to the potential closing of…
Most of us living here in Chester County are familiar with the Westtown School because of its stellar academic reputation, as well as its 600…
A trio of Eagles want to help you build your own nest egg.
Eagles special teams captain Chris Maragos has no plans to retire any…
A straight A student, sophomore liberal arts major Marta Penkalskyj is from Northeast Philadelphia and a graduate of Saint Basil Academy. Penkalskyj is passionate about…
Pennsylvania Treasurer Joe Torsella today announced that PA 529 Guaranteed Savings Plan (PA 529 GSP) account holders will see a fee reduction as the result…
From Wissahickon high to Les Mis to Ellen to the HQ. HQ Trivia isn’t the first time host Sarah Pribis has lit up hundreds…
The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) has published the SAT test scores for public high schools statewide – including the total mean score, the mean math…
Governor Tom Wolf today laid out an ambitious plan to ensure Pennsylvania’s workforce has the skills and education to succeed in 21st century jobs…
By the time he was a junior in high school, Vince Del Rossi, Owner and President of Health Mats, was a self-made man. When…
To celebrate the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board has joined together with the Montgomery County Commissioners and county staff, tourism officials and representatives, local…
The old-school push cart is making a comeback at Reading Terminal Market. Driven by empty store fronts and a desire to attract new vendors…
Secretary of Education Pedro A. Rivera today congratulated Dr. Jonathan Peri on his appointment as Chair of the State Board of Education’s Council of…
Manor College announced today that after a half-year long national search, its next Vice President of Academic Affairs is Calandra D. Lockhart, Ph.D…
Recently, I had the opportunity to chat with Joshua Cartagenova, CEO of Therapy Source Staffing Solutions, a Pennsylvania-based company on a mission to help…
Sometimes it’s not about good business, it’s more about goodwill.
Real estate investor and developer Lenny Bazemore is hoping his gift of 10…
On Sunday, December 10, 2017, the Colonial Theatre hosts a celebratory event to officially commemorate the opening of its new wing, honor its campaign contributors…
By Ken Sher
Do you ever wonder what your job and career prospects will be like when you’re 40, 50 or 60+ years old…
In the world of craft beer, a “flight” is a small sampling of a brewer’s work, a showcase of different styles, colors, and tastes…
Temple University’s Fox School of Business is opening a new presence in Philadelphia’s western suburbs, as it aims to draw suburbanites who also…
Montgomery County Community College ranks third on best community colleges list.
Butler Community College has been named the No. 1 best community college in Pennsylvania…
Montgomery County’s Lower Merion and East Norriton are among the best places to live in the nation according to Time’s Money.
Money has…
Not only are three of the state’s top four public elementary schools in the same county. They’re in the same school district.
Penn…
Manor College, located in Jenkintown, is an affordable and accessible institution that delivers excellent academic programs. Poised to celebrate its 70th birthday in 2017, Manor…
For anyone interested which organizations and political candidates recently received financially support from Philadelphia area companies the answers are in this year’s CPA-Zicklin…
Brian Selander, Entrepreneur In Residence at SeventySix Capital and the speaker at next week’s Suburban Philadelphia Speaker Series presentation on the emergence of eSports…
Ursinus College is the top Montgomery County educational institute for career earnings according to the recent nationwide ranking of the Best Colleges in Pennsylvania by…
Graded against the world by four key missions of higher education — teaching, research, knowledge transfer, and international outlook — the University of Pennsylvania topped all institutions…
Today marks the 16th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, a day that will forever live in infamy in the collective heart…
Three Montgomery County colleges are on the top 500 in the ‘Best Colleges For Your Money’ list on Time’s Money.
The analysis focuses on…
The Hankin Group – an Exton-based real estate development, construction, and management company – has announced, in coordination with the Borough of Downingtown, Hankin’s acquisition…
Collegeville’s Ursinus College is 107th on the 2017 Forbes Grateful Grads Index of the top 200 best-loved colleges, writes Mary Lobo for Ursinus…
Rob Werner, CEO, Ardent Credit Union, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Bryn Mawr, summers spent in Stone Harbor, his first job picking…
Harriton Senior High School led a group of four Montgomery County schools that ranked in the statewide top 15 in the latest public high school…
Based in Horsham, Toll Brothers is the nation’s premier builder of luxury homes and developer of master-planned communities, golf courses, and other land…
On Thursday, Sept. 28, NAWBO Philadelphia Center for Advancing Entrepreneurs (PCAE) will host its 2nd Annual Gala Reception to honor Emily Bittenbender, Managing Partner of…
Princeton Review has released its annual most LGBT-Friendly Schools list for 2018, and once again Montgomery County’s Bryn Mawr College has taken the…
Rosemont College is leading the way in efforts to curb the spiraling cost of tuition at private higher education institutions across the country, writes Catherine…
Sean McDermott, the new head coach of the Buffalo Bills, made it clear he was headed for success during his early years in Lansdale, writes…
Royersford has made it onto the Realtor.com nationwide list of the Top 10 Affordable Towns with the Best Elementary Schools.
The Montgomery county town…
Four public high schools in Montgomery County have been ranked in the top twenty five schools for STEM education in Pennsylvania, according to a staff…
Rosemont’s Tony Braithwaite aims to entertain and educate Ambler residents with his new Act II Playhouse show, “Didn’t Your Father Have This Talk…
Bryn Mawr’s all-girl Baldwin School creates a sense of solidarity among its students and inspires them to make a difference in the world…
LearnHowToBecome.org, a leading resource provider for higher education and career information, has determined its ranking of the best colleges in Pennsylvania for 2017, and…
Despite Trump’s recent withdrawal from the Paris Agreement, Bala Cynwyd’s ERA Environmental Management Solutions is optimistic about future business opportunities, writes Joyce M…
Glenside’s Matt Rambo, already regarded as one of the best ever lacrosse players from the Philadelphia area, has won this year’s Tewaaraton Award…
Sometimes a good challenge is all it takes to push students to achieve their full potential, and in Montgomery County, that’s happening the most…
Manor College’s graduating class, comprised of 125 students, recently gathered in Mother of Perpetual Help Hall Auditorium – surrounded by family, friends, faculty, staff, and…
A gorgeous French Normandy stone house custom built seven years ago by a third generation local builder is available for sale.
The property is set…
Jennifer Morgan, President, SAP Americas and Asia Pacific Japan, and her husband Michael speak with MONTCO Today about their respective upbringings in Northern Virginia. Although…
Nine schools from Montgomery County are among the top 25 in the Greater Philadelphia area based on the 2017 ranking of public elementary schools published…
Dr. Val Arkoosh, Chair of the Montgomery County Board of Commissioners, speaks with MONTCO Today about growing up in Omaha, summering in Laramie, Wyoming, and…
Spring is here, and with the change in season, people often take some time to consider the benefits of moving into a new home, according…
For more than 130 years, smart, strong women have come to Bryn Mawr College to seek an unparalleled education and meaningful opportunities to contribute to…
Lower Merion High School graduate Gideon Glick has successfully grown from small roles such as playing a court jester in suburban theaters to a breakout…
Children’s books author Nahjee Grant drew a sizable crowd for his book signing visit to the Barnes & Noble bookstore in Willow Grove, writes…
MONTCO Today speaks with Eric Goldstein, Executive Director of the King of Prussia District about growing up the middle of five children in New York…
The U.S. News & World Report has released its annual rankings of the best public high schools in America after analyzing data on more…
Niche.com has released its 2017 List of the Best Places to Live in America, and out of the more than 15,000 towns and…
Montgomery County students searching for a good collage education at a decent price can stay nearby as Villanova University has ranked fifth on the list…
Montgomery County native Joseph Lubowitz has drawn from his own experience and struggles with drug addiction to start a business to help other people facing…
Pennsylvania State University is among the top 50 best public colleges nationwide according to the recent ranking from Buffalo Business First, writes G. Scott Thomas…
Reaching the hundred wins milestone is a major achievement for any coach, and Ursinus men’s and women’s head tennis Coach Pete Smith just…
Penn State’s College of Engineering is holding its Young Innovators Fair on the June 10-11 weekend this year to inspire the next generation…
With fourteen of its boroughs, towns, and townships making the list, Montgomery County dominates the Niche.com ranking of 25 Best Places to Live in…
The second annual global ranking of the best countries in the world brings some bad news for the U.S., as it dropped three spots…
Built and run by education activists, the King of Prussia-based American Reading Company is a trusted partner of 5,320 schools and 1,070…
Although the Westtown School’s boys basketball team is ineligible to compete for a state championship, there is little doubt that it is the best…
Montgomery County proved once again that is has no shortage of talent as the recently announced nominations for the 89th Academy Awards includes two for…
The Rev. Dr. Thane Glenn has been selected to take over as chief academic officer and academic dean at Bryn Athyn College, beginning July 1…
The Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy in Bryn Mawr will soon be available to more children thanks to a generous donation made by Philadelphia-area…
Marc D. Jonas, Esq. of Blue Bell’s Eastburn and Gray was installed as a member of the Montgomery Bar Association Board of Directors at…
Mike Bowman, President & CEO of Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board speaks with MONTCO Today about growing up in what his mother referred to…
Jonathan Peri, President of Manor College speaks with MONTCO Today about growing up on Long Island, racing go-carts with his father as a teenager…
Located in Bala Cynwyd, Harmelin Media was founded in 1982 by Joanne Harmelin and was one of the region’s first agencies solely dedicated to…
When the Philadelphia Business Journal noted the Greater Philadelphia Metro’s net gain of just 412 small businesses (defined as having one to 99 employees…
Based on rigorous analysis of key statistics and millions of reviews from students and parents, Niche.com has unveiled its 2017 rankings of the Top…
Located in King of Prussia, the Valley Forge Casino Resort is the region’s only full-amenity gaming resort with live table games that showcase…
Harriton Senior High School in Rosemont and Lower Merion High School in Ardmore led a score of other Montgomery County public high schools with high…
Traffic Planning & Design (TPD) is an engineering firm that specializes in roadway and bridge design and inspection. For eight consecutive years, TPD has been…
The Military Times has designated Montgomery County Community College as one of its “Best for Vets” schools, indicating that it’s a good fit for…
By Brian Dainis
In today’s tough employment environment, every single advantage a candidate can get helps put them ahead in the race. One of…
MONTCO Today speaks with David E. Sparks, Chairman and Founder of First Priority Bank and Chairman and CEO of First Priority Financial Corporation about growing…
Widener University honored its top faculty, including a Montgomery County resident, in the areas of teaching innovation, research, civic engagement, and institutional leadership at its…
The Goddard School – headquartered in King of Prussia, and the premier preschool focused on learning through play for children from six weeks to six years…
Headquartered in Horsham, SofterWare is a Microsoft Certified Development Partner with thousands of delighted clients throughout the U.S. and internationally. With more than 200…
Niche, an online resource that transforms the way people make big life decisions by providing reviews and insight from everyday experts on places to live…
Bryn Mawr’s Leonard Barrack, the successful plaintiff class action lawyer, along with his wife Lynne, have made a generous donation of $5 million to…
Springfield Township High School has been forced to cancel its varsity football season due to a lack of participation, writes Austin Hertzog for PaPrepLive.com…
What do you get when you pair an enzymologist with a marketing major after each spent a decade swiftly climbing their individual ladders in Corporate…
The Blue Bell-based Unisys Corporation has announced that Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Janet Haugen will retire on Nov. 1, 2016, after…
Competing for Jamaica despite being born in the Keystone State, Leah Nugent qualified for the finals of the 400-meter hurdles at the Olympics in…
Marc D. Jonas of the Blue Bell firm Eastburn and Gray has been named the 2017 Lawyer of the Year for Land Use and Zoning…
Deb Lutz spent more than 20 years in Corporate America, first as a CPA, then an investment banker, and finally a manager of brands like…
Despite its 2-1 loss to Great Britain on Saturday at the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, the U.S. women’s field hockey team…
Four high schools from Montgomery County have made it onto the Newsweek’s America’s Top High Schools listing for 2016, once more confirming the…
Recent Upper Dublin High School graduate Michael Sowers did not let strep throat prevent him from helping Team USA win the U-19 World Lacrosse…
On the final morning of the Democratic National Convention happening in neighboring Philadelphia, Senator Robert P. Casey, Jr. speaks with MONTCO Today about growing up…
Blue Bell native Katie O’Donnell Bam, widely considered the best female field hockey player in the country, will soon make her second trip to…
Niche, a website that helps people discover the schools and neighborhoods that are right for them, recently released its annual list of the Top 100…
Pottstown’s moment at the center of the big screen may be short, but it will be thoroughly enjoyed by members of the borough this…
Former Harlem Globetrotter Corey Rich, a Norristown native and graduate of the now-defunct Kennedy-Kenrick High School, was once referred to by ESPN as…
By Mary-Ellen Allen & Guy Donatelli, Esquires
The Obama Administration, through the Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division, announced new federal regulations…
Taxpayers in the Lower Merion and Lower Moreland Township school districts, particularly those with school-aged children, can rest easy, knowing that the money they…
Glenside’s Paskill Stapleton & Lord struck gold in recent awards competitions sponsored by College and University Public Relations and Associated Professionals (CUPRAP) and Higher…
Byndr, a Conshohocken-based learning management application, has raised $300,000, writes Dan Norton of the Philadelphia Business Journal.
Byndr recently graduated from the University…
Seventy-five percent of college students in America are commuters. That astonishing, little-known fact suggests that the average college experience is far different from…
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