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Popular Fete en Blanc Event to Return to Pottstown in September
After canceling the 2020 Fete en Blanc due to the pandemic – and with the lifting of statewide restrictions — Hobart’s Run and Pottstown Area Industrial Development, Inc. are thrilled to announce the very popular “Party in White” will return to Pottstown this year on Friday, September 10, from 6 to 9 p.m., rain or…
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Green Lane Park Announces Archaeology Educational Programs for June
Archaeology for Kids – Digging DeeperSaturday June 26th at 11:00 a.m. What is Archaeology? Archaeology is an important branch of science where we study human history and prehistory through the excavation and the analysis of artifacts and remains. Excavation is one of the most important methods archaeologists learn. Visitors will learn the technique of excavation,…
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Philadelphia Union’s Jim Curtin Gets 2-Year Contract Extension
Philadelphia Union manager Jim Curtin now has a two-year extension on his contract, through the 2023 season, writes Jonathan Tannenwald for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Curtin, 41, has been managing the team since June 2014. He moved into the position on an interim basis after serving as assistant coach for the previous year and a half.…
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Best Philly Cheesesteak Comes From…Wait For It…Delco
Phil & Jims Steaks and Hoagies in Parkside has won the title of “Best Cheesesteak” in the Delaware Valley region, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. That covers Philadelphia and its counties along with the states of Delaware and New Jersey. The shop is newly-owned by Dan and Gia Miller and Costa Miller, The…
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Fight Against Spotted Lanternflies Intensifies as Invasive Pest Starts Hatching Throughout Montgomery County
The state Department of Agriculture is intensifying efforts to contain the spread of spotted lanternflies as the invasive pest starts to hatch throughout the region, writes Pat Ralph for the Philly Voice. The department is treating rights-of-way, such as railways and interstates, with an insecticide spray that kills the spotted lanternfly on contact. Contact spraying…
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Chance DNA Test Led Ardmore Woman to Identical Twin Sister, Now They Are Inseparable
Several months ago, Ardmore resident Emily Bushnell found out she had an identical twin sister, Molly Sinert, who was also adopted from South Korea and was living in the United States, writes Morgan Smith for People. The twin sister found out about each other’s existence thanks to 23andMe’s DNA tests and realized they were only…
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Lower Merion High School Rowers Have Good Showing at USRowing Youth Nationals
Three Lower Merion High School rowers have had a good showing at the USRowing Youth Nationals in Sarasota, Florida, according to a staff report from the PA Prep Live. The school was represented by recent graduate Matthew Lexa, who will be attending the United States Naval Academy this fall, and juniors Annie Cloud and Caroline…
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Where To Celebrate Juneteenth in Montco
This time last year, we as a nation came together to support Black Americans in the wake of a nationwide movement in support of Black Lives Matter. Part of supporting this national movement included observing Juneteenth, a holiday celebrating the emancipation of those who had been enslaved in the southern United States. Now celebrated annually…
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Hankin Group’s LEED-Certified Project with Penn ‘Demonstrates Tremendous Green Building Leadership’
Hankin Group has been awarded LEED Silver for its most recent project with the University of Pennsylvania. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is the most widely used green building rating system in the world and an international symbol of excellence. Through design, construction, and operations…
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These Local Spots Are Peaceful Places for Hiking in the Region
The Philadelphia area is home to many beautiful hiking spots that ensure great head-clearing and soul-cleansing experiences, with some of the best ones located in nearby areas, writes Tonya Russell for Philadelphia magazine. John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum is a 1,000-acre wildlife refuge that is interlaced with more than 10 miles of hiking…
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U.S. News and World Report Names Local Hospital Second-Best Hospital in America
For the third consecutive year, the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia has ranked second on U.S. News and World Report’s annual list of the country’s top children’s hospitals, writes Hannah Kanik for the Philly Voice. To determine these rankings, U.S. News and World Report gathered clinical data from close to 200 medical centers, measuring patient safety,…
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Avenues Recovery Center Acquires Valley Forge Medical Center in East Norriton
Avenues Recovery Center is continuing its growth through the acquisition of Valley Forge Medical Center in East Norriton, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Avenues Recovery Center was started by health care entrepreneur Hudi Alter in 2016. The goal was to address two main issues with substance abuse treatment. He too often noticed…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Sunny and Spacious, Renovated Colonial is Move-in Ready
Ready to come home? This super sunny Colonial set on a quiet street in Bala Cynwyd has all that you are looking for in a residence and more. Recently renovated, this turnkey home at 25 Levering Circle is listed for just $799,00! . . A 1950s stone residence with 2,948 sq ft has been redone…
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Make It a Father’s Day To Remember in Montco!
Have a day out with Dad this Father’s Day. No two fathers are exactly alike, which can make honoring dad on his big day a challenging proposition. Fortunately, Montgomery County caters to so many special interests that pampering Pop here is a cinch. ENJOY OUTDOOR DINING Montgomery County has over 1,600 restaurants, breweries, wineries, and…
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Western Governors University Announces New Educational Partnership and Scholarships with Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) and nonprofit, accredited Western Governors University (WGU) announced the signing of an agreement that creates pathways and Scholarships for MCCC students, alumni, and employees to earn a WGU degree. As part of the agreement, WGU will apply credit earned at the associate level at MCCC toward a bachelor’s degree…
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NBC’s TODAY Show: From Rapper to Prison Inmate to Businessman, Paoli Native is Paying It Forward
Darrell Alston, a former rapper from Paoli who started the luxury sneaker brand Bungee Oblečení after leaving prison, wants to help people in similar circumstances, reports Steve Patterson for NBC’s TODAY show. During his time behind bars, the Conestoga High School graduate envisioned a sneaker brand. He sketched more than 250 design possibilities, which he…
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MONTCO Today Careers—Line Cooks, Servers, and Dishwashers at MBA Café
The Kitchen at the MBA Café in Norristown New Restaurant! The MBA are happy to announce that our in-house restaurant, The MBA Café, is under new management and will be open for lunch service effective July 6, 2021. Montgomery Bar Association’s restaurant is seeking full-time Line Cooks, Servers and Dishwashers for Breakfast and Lunch Monday thru Friday, and catered parties in the…
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Restaurant Owners Want Outdoor Dining, To-Go Cocktails Extended Past Pandemic
In the May 18 Primary Election, voters supported a referendum limiting Pa. Gov. Tom Wolf’s COVID-19 pandemic disaster declaration to 21 days only. Last week, the state legislature voted that the emergency declaration had officially expired. Two casualties of that decision are outdoor dining and to-go cocktails, reports Annie McCormick for 6abc.com. Both were created…
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