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Lisa K. Cummins: Springfield Native, Haverford Dentist, Fashion Model in Her Youth, Dies Aged 57
Lisa K. Cummins, a Springfield native and Haverford dentist who became a fashion model at 15, died at Cooper University Hospital on November 30 after complications from cardiac arrest, writes Bonnie L. Cook for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Cummins was discovered by fashion and celebrity photographer Francesco Scavullo in a crowd while shopping in New York.…
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5 Places to Eat in Montgomery County with Heated Outdoor Dining
Get ready to dine al fresco this winter, and check out this list of restaurants with heated patios and tents, compiled by the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board. Creed’s Seafood & SteaksKing of PrussiaThis upscale seafood and steakhouse has a heated outdoor tent for guests to enjoy as the weather gets cold. The restaurant offers…
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Blue Bell-based Pinnacle 21 Seeing Business Boom Due to Demand for New Drugs, Vaccines
Blue Bell-based Pinnacle 21 is seeing demand for its services grow as companies rush to get new drugs and vaccines on the market due to the pandemic, writes Abby Lee Mosconi for the Technical.ly. The company’s clinical data standardization platform streamlines the drug approval process and clears a more efficient path for getting life-saving drugs…
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Chestnut Hill College Supports Adult Learners
For more than 20 years, Chestnut Hill College has been a leader in the region in serving adult learners looking to begin or complete a certificate, associate, or baccalaureate degree through the Accelerated Adult Degree Program. According to the Pew Charitable Trusts, seventeen percent of people over 25 years old in Philadelphia have earned college…
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Philadelphia Magazine: Grab Drinks and Food To-Go From These Local Breweries That Made Region’s Top 20 List
Those looking to enjoy a good drink along with delicious food while staying safe during the pandemic are in luck as two local breweries have made the list of top 20 breweries, wineries, and distilleries that offer takeout, delivery, or socially distant options in the region, writes Philadelphia Magazine. Moss Mill Brewing in Huntingdon Valley…
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Update – These Montgomery County ZIP Codes Had Biggest Increases in COVID-19 Cases in the Last Seven Days; Check Out the Numbers in Your Area
Cases of COVID-19 continue to increase rapidly across the nation and state, with some areas in Montgomery County affected more than others, write Sean Adams and Megan Lavey-Heaton for the Penn Live Patriot-News. The latest numbers compiled by the Pennsylvania Department of Health show that the rates of COVID-19 infection in each ZIP code statewide…
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See What Were Most Popular Google Searches for This Year in Region
Google has released its list of trending searches for 2020 which shows that Philadelphians were most interested in the “election results” and “coronavirus,” writes Paige Gross for the Technical.ly. Other terms in the top five for the region included “Kobe Bryant,” “Flayers” (often spelled as “Fliers,”) and “Naya Rivera.” The top three match the most…
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New Book By Local Historian Delves Into History of King of Prussia Mall
A Mall and Its Legacy, the new book written by King of Prussia’s Michael Shaw, delves into the history of the local shopping mecca, King of Prussia Mall. Shaw, who is a historian, spent four years researching the history of the mall, creating a comprehensive narrative of the renowned shopping venue. The book goes back…
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New Baby Giraffe Joins Philadelphia Zoo’s Family
Philadelphia Zoo welcomed a new member to its eclectic family on November 2 when Bea, a 15-month-old female giraffe, arrived from Knoxville Zoo in Tennessee. Over the last several weeks, Bea has been adjusting to her new keepers and hanging out with her new herd mates, 18-year-old Stella and 11-year-old Abigail. The new addition is…
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580 New Positive Cases of COVID-19 Reported in Montgomery County, No New Death
Montgomery County Montgomery County reported 580 new positive cases of COVID-19 Friday, Dec. 11, pushing the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases to 25,865 countywide. There are currently 505 Montgomery County residents hospitalized due to severe COVID-19 symptoms. Of those 515 COVID-19 patients, 55 are on ventilators. With no new COVID-19 deaths reported in Montgomery…
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After years of Litigation and Failed Plans, Scottish Castle in Wynnewood Reclaims Former Glory
After years of litigation and failed plans, Maybrook Mansion in Wynnewood is once again on a way to reclaiming its former glory, writes Stacia Friedman for the Hidden City. The majestic building was constructed in the late 1800s. It was designed by Watson Hewitt and William D. Hewitt for liquor baron and business magnate Henry…
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As COVID-19 Hospitalizations Rise, All But Two Montgomery County Hospitals Reach Capacity
With the number of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations consistently on the rise, Montgomery County hospitals are nearing capacity, according to a staff report from FOX 29. According to health officials, all but two hospitals in the county have already reached capacity. Some have started canceling elective surgery and many have had to divert patients from…
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Upper Dublin’s Lulu Country Club Fails to Sell at Sheriff’s Auction, Now Owned by Lender
The Upper Dublin real estate tied to Lulu Country Club failed to sell at an auction arranged by Montgomery County Sheriff’s office on December 2 and the lender has now formally taken ownership of the property, writes Natalie Kostelni for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The property had a $14.98 million minimum bid price which was…
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Montgomery County School Districts’ Decision to Reopen Upset Some Parents, A Relief to Others
Montgomery County school districts’ mixed decisions on reopening schools following the expiration of the mandate for virtual learning set by the Montgomery County Health Department have left some parents relieved and others upset, writes TaRhonda Thomas for the News Break. “I am thrilled to be able to go back,” said Bridget Mulroy of Upper Dublin.…
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New COVID-19-Related Restrictions Say No More Indoor Dining, School Sports
As cases and deaths across Pennsylvania continue to swell, Gov. Tom Wolf and the state secretary of Health issued new orders that halt indoor dining and school sports, write Megan Guza And Teghan Simonton for the Trib Live. The order will go into effect on Saturday and will last through 8 a.m. Monday, January 4.…
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Gladwyne Composer Scores Touchdown, Gets to Write Music for Philadelphia Eagles Documentary
For Jackson Greenberg, a Hollywood composer who grew up in Gladwyne, getting to write the music for Maybe Next Year, the documentary about Philadelphia Eagles’ Super Bowl championship season, was a dream come true, writes Kevin Riordan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 30-year-old composer is a big fan of the team and learned early on…
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Santa Claus Photobombs Classic Paintings With Help from Local Artist
To add some humor to the season, local artist Ed Wheeler is placing photos of himself dressed as Santa Claus into iconic art masterpieces, according to a staff report from The Sharon Herald. A native of suburban Philadelphia, Wheeler is a freelance photographer who found that some compositions beckoned him for what he calls a…
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How to Experience the Holidays in Montco This Year
This holiday season, the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board made their list and checked it twice. From holiday light displays to embracing the spirits, the VFTCB’s got you covered for the holidays in Montgomery County, Pa. Browse the list below to find the best places to shop for the holidays, New Year’s Eve events, and more!…
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