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Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Gives Green Light to Increase Tolls for 2022
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission has approved a five percent toll increase for both E-ZPass and Toll by Plate customers for the next year, writes Nate Doughty for the Philadelphia Business Journal. This marks the thirteenth yearly toll increase since 2009, when consecutive annual increases began. The new tolls will come into effect at 12:01 a.m.…
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See How Pennsylvania Ranks Among Most and Least Energy-Expensive States
Pennsylvania is one of the least energy-expensive states in the nation, according to a new report recently released by WalletHub. To determine which states are most and least energy-expensive, WalletHub compared the monthly energy bills in each of the 50 states and the District of Columbia. The personal-finance website used a special formula that accounted…
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2021 Montco Millennial Superstar: Ashley Ridolfi
When Ashley Ridolfi accepted her first full-time role out of college at the Valley Forge Convention Center (now the Valley Forge Casino Resort) as the Booth Services Manager, she was hooked. She knew where her career was headed The Newtown Square native graduated from Villanova University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Arts Sciences and…
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Vaccination Duplication: Pennsylvania Lowers Montco COVID-19 Vaccination Numbers Due to Duplicate Shots Recorded
About 600,000 duplicate vaccination shots were cut Saturday from the Pennsylvania Department of Health COVID-19 vaccination statistic dashboard, writes Keith Mayer for the Reading Eagle. The bulk of the duplication seemed to be in Montgomery, Chester, and Allegheny Counties. The new figures “more accurately reflect the number of people who are partially and fully vaccinated.”…
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2021 Montco Millennial Superstar: Dawn Ciana Williams, Esquire, SPHR
As the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Leader & Senior Employment Counsel at King of Prussia’s MidAtlantic Employers’ Association (MEA) Dawn Ciana Williams, Esquire, SPHR “calls others in” to discussions and learning around race, gender, and identity and to help reduce levels of racism and prejudice in workforces and society. Ciana hails from Georgia, grew up…
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MCCC Continues Commitment to Students by Keeping Tuition and Fees at Same Rate
For the fifth consecutive year, Montgomery County Community College will keep its tuition and fees at the same rate to help students and families during the 2021-2022 academic year. “Students and families only recently are starting to recover from the impact of the pandemic, and MCCC is continuing to do its part by keeping tuition…
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Despite Owning Chester County Property, Benjamin Franklin, Unlike Pal George, Never Actually Slept There
Despite owning a sizable property in southern Chester County, there is no proof that Benjamin Franklin ever actually slept here, writes Michael P. Rellahan for The Phoenix Reporter & Item. Franklin’s connection to the area was highlighted last week by Chester County Archives and Records. “John Morton was not the only signer of the Declaration…
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It’s Back! Enjoy Great Music at the New ‘Pocket-Sized Edition’ of the Philadelphia Folk Fest in Upper Salford
After having to go virtual last year, the Philadelphia Folk Festival is ready to return this year in style as a “Pocket Sized Edition” in-person event in Upper Salford Township on August 21 and 22, writes Dan DeLuca for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The two-day event will be staged at the Spring Mountain ski area and…
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Huzzah! KOP Beerfest Royale is Here for its 10th Year
After going virtual last year, the biggest party in the ‘burbs is back October 7 & 9 for its 10th year! Produced by King of Prussia District, KOP Beerfest Royale features unlimited beer tastings, inspired dishes from KOP’s best restaurants, live music, games, photo ops, and more, all under grand tents at the King of…
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Initiatives Help Minority-Owned Businesses in Philly Region Navigate the Pandemic
When a group of more than 150 Black-owned hair salons and barbershops in the region found themselves struggling during the pandemic, especially in obtaining Paycheck Protection Program loans, they realized that it would be easier to figure things out together, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. As a result, they formed the Pennsylvania…
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Intrepid Peregrine Falcon Whose Nest Beneath Bridge Near Valley Forge Halted Construction on Route 422 Has New Home
The female peregrine falcon who halted construction on Route 422 after her nest was found on a beam under the Betzwood Bridge near Valley Forge in spring 2020 has been found safe and sound, writes Sandy Hingston for Philadelphia Magazine. Known as 93/BC, the falcon did not have much luck with her original nest. None…
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See Which Rooftop Bar in Montgomery County Made Inquirer’s ‘Best’ List
A Montgomery County rooftop bar has made a list of the 13 best in the Philadelphia region as compiled by The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Great American Pub in Conshohocken has a roof deck—the Skytop Garden—that offers fantastic views, writes Jillian Wilson for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Great American Pub opened its first location in Conshohocken…
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King of Prussia Building That Houses Qlik Sells for $25.8M
Jack Lingo Asset Management, a Rehoboth Beach-based real estate company, has entered the Philadelphia office market with the acquisition of the King of Prussia headquarters of software firm Qlik for $25.8 million, writes Natalie Kostelni for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company has decided to take advantage of the increased opportunities in the market resulting…
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After Opening Its Newest Showroom in King of Prussia, Blue Nile Hopes to Break $1B in Revenue as It Expands Its Offerings
Blue Nile, an engagement ring and jewelry seller that recently opened its thirteenth showroom in King of Prussia, hopes to break $1 billion in revenue within the next two to five years as it transitions into more of a jewelry brand, writes Rob Bates for the JCK Online. Sean Kell, CEO, said that the company…
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2021 Montco Millennial Superstar: Zack Oblak
GlaxoSmithKline Scientific Team Leader Zack Oblak is a huge fan of Montgomery County. Born in Pittsburgh, Zack now calls Montco home. “For me, Montgomery County is poised to satisfy any and all cravings. From a hike at Valley Forge, to biking on the Schuylkill River trail, to the restaurants and bars in downtown Conshohocken, there…
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Berwyn’s Brad Inglesby, Creator of “Mare of Easttown” Talks Show’s Success, His Inspirations
Even Berwyn’s Brad Inglesby, creator of Mare of Easttown, did not expect to see the recently aired HBO show become such a monster hit, writes Caroline O’Halloran for the Savvy Main Line. “We were surprised,” he said. “You get to a certain place in the process where you just don’t know.” Inglesby grew up in…
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Turnover is Churning in the Higher Education World in Montgomery County and Nearby
Major changes are occurring in the region’s higher education world as presidents of many local universities and colleges are leaving for new opportunities, writes Sandy Hingston for Philadelphia Magazine. One of the most prominent departures is University of Pennsylvania president Amy Gutmann – the longest-serving Ivy League president – who is leaving to become the…
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2021 Montco Millennial Superstar: Dr. Whitney A.E. Arjun
Dr. Whitney A.E. Arjun is currently the Director of Enrollment Management and Retention at Penn State Abington. She explains her proudest moments at Penn State were when her team couldn’t be in the office together. “Seeing my staff transition to working remotely all while recruiting a new freshman class to Penn State displayed their level…
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