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Dr. Jill Biden’s Willow Grove Childhood Defined Her No-Nonsense, Relatable Strength
Dr. Jill Biden often credits her childhood spent in Willow Grove as providing her with her no-nonsense, relatable strength that is key to who she is and why she endures, writes Emily Goulet for Philadelphia Magazine. The First Lady often referred to herself as a Philly girl often during her husband’s presidential campaign, most usually…
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Rachel Riley of Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Named Philadelphia Business Journal 40 Under 40 Winner
309 individuals were nominated before the PBJ selected the 40 that were honored during Thursday’s virtual award ceremony. Rachel is an award-winning multimedia storyteller and former journalist with more than 16 years of experience from writing to in front of and behind the camera in both news and tourism industries. She was promoted from manager…
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Montgomery County Community College Celebrates its 54th Commencement with Three Drive-in Ceremonies
With horns honking and families cheering, Montgomery County Community College and the Class of 2021 celebrated its 54th Commencement during three drive-in ceremonies on Thursday, May 20, held at 10 a.m., 2 p.m., and 6 p.m. Starting in the morning, the graduates filled the Morris Road parking lot in decorated cars for each ceremony. The…
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MONTCO Escape: 20 Must-See Sites and Scenes to Fully Experience Valley Forge National Historical Park
Living in Montgomery County, one of the best gateways we have to the outdoors is Valley Forge National Historical Park. It’s practically in everyone’s backyards, and it’s full of history, monuments, trails, things to see and experience, even shop. Don’t miss these Valley Forge sites! If you are visiting Valley Forge National Historical Park from…
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Elkins Park’s FarmerJawn is Rising Voice in Region’s Urban Farming Scene
Christa Barfield, owner of FarmerJawn Greenhouses in Elkins Park, is a rising voice in the region’s urban farming scene, writes Hope Cohen for Billy Penn. Barfield, who refers to her business as “100% organically dope,” focuses on the intersection of education, environmental science, and food justice. The Germantown native started her CSA business two years…
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Bala Cynwyd Billionaire Poised to Spend Millions Influencing Upcoming Elections
Bala Cynwyd billionaire Jeff Yass, the richest man in Pennsylvania, is poised to spend millions of dollars trying to sway upcoming elections in the Keystone State, all while trying to remain hidden from the political spotlight, writes Katie Meyer for WHYY. Yass, a professional gambler who became a powerful Wall Street trader, has been a…
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WSJ: Bryn Mawr Family Feels the Benefits, and Disadvantages, of Sellers’ Housing Market
Greater Philadelphia is one of the high-end markets that saw a huge drop in available inventory during the pandemic, creating a hot seller’s market that the Fleming family of Bryn Mawr experienced firsthand when they learned they had to move to Boston, writes Candace Taylor for The Wall Street Journal. Ashley and Chris Fleming listed…
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Lansdale’s Peter Wentz Farmstead Selected as National Underground Railroad Historic Site
Montgomery County Parks, Trails, and Historic Sites has announced that Peter Wentz Farmstead has been officially recognized by the National Parks Service (NPS) as a National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program historic site. The Farmstead will be included on an NPS map of its national collection of 682 historical sites. The Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program coordinates preservation and…
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Wawa Founding Family Donates $25 Million Gift to CHOP for Fetal Medicine Program
The founding family of Wawa, Inc. has given a $25 million donation to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s fetal medicine program, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 25-year-old Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment was opened to treat children with birth defects before they are born. The Center is being renamed The Richard D.…
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Two Montco Pet Stores on List of Best in Philadelphia Region
Pet owners who love to pamper their four-legged best friends do not need to go far from home to find two of the best pet shops in the Philadelphia region that will cover all of their furry companions’ needs, writes Nick Vadala for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Pabby’s Pet Pantry in Hatboro is the best option…
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Submit Nominations Today for MONTCO Millennial Superstars: Deadline Extended to June 1st!
Here in Montco, there is no shortage of millennials in our little corner of the world who are breaking down walls, shattering expectations, and doing remarkable work in his or her profession or community. We are so excited to host MONTCO Millennial Superstars this August, a new program to honor Montgomery County’s most dynamic business and…
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NAMI’s Hops for Hope Partners with Lansdale Breweries to Build Mental Health Awareness
Join NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) in Lansdale, this Saturday, May 22, 2021, from 12 pm to 4 pm in Hops for Hope. May is Mental Health Awareness Month and local Lansdale businesses are coming together to build mental health awareness in their community. 1 in 5 people identify living with a mental health…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Enchantingly Whimsical and Magically Ornate Castle in Rydal
When you step inside this enchanting mini castle, you’ll immediate see possibilities everywhere! Originally built in 1931 by a family who wanted to replicate a castle that they stayed at in Normandy, France, this 3-bedroom, 3.5 bath home is a rare piece of artwork. . The architectural details are exquisite, and the structure is strong…
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Tourism and Hospitality Management Courses Available at MCCC Pottstown Campus
Students studying in the Tourism and Hospitality Management program at Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) will soon have a second location to study, as courses in the program will be offered in-person at the College’s Pottstown campus starting this fall. “We are looking forward to bringing Tourism & Hospitality Management courses to our Pottstown campus,”…
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Amazon HQ2 Vetting Process Put Philadelphia Among Top Contenders, But Personal Preferences of Executives Took Over
According to a new book by journalist Brad Stone, Philadelphia came much closer than previously thought to being chosen as the home for Amazon’s HQ2 office expansion, writes Jacob Adelman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. After a data-driven vetting process was completed, the City of Brotherly Love was selected as one of the top three contenders…
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King of Prussia-based Maxona Pharmaceuticals Raises Millions in Private Sale to Advance Its Medication Portfolio
King of Prussia-based Maxona Pharmaceuticals has raised $5.56 million in a private sale to advance its non-opioid and non-steroidal pain medication portfolio, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to documents the pharmaceutical company filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Maxona is seeking to raise a total of $10 million. The company’s…
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Montgomery County Nonprofits Are Working Hard on Combating Pandemic Hunger
Fewer people are getting infected with COVID-19 thanks to vaccinations, but pandemic hunger is still a major issue for some in Montgomery County, including many children, writes Jeff Cole for FOX 29 Philadelphia. To help combat this issue, numerous nonprofits across the county have been working hard to provide meals for those in the most…
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Salus University Plans Traditional Fall Semester
Salus University has recently released plans for upcoming semesters, signaling a more traditional Fall 2021 semester with in-person learning, labs, and clinical facilities for all programs more than a year after the COVID-19 pandemic drove students to online learning. For the summer semester, many didactic classes will continue online with some programs offering in-person or…
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