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Villanova University Mulls Going Virtual as Coronavirus Numbers Spike on Campus
It’s only been a week since the spring semester started at Villanova University and they’ve already logged 186 active coronavirus cases, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In the fall, Villanova had some in-person instruction but didn’t reach 200 cases until two months into the semester. If the trend continues, the school may return…
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CBS’s 60 Minutes Profiles Area Family’s Tragic Ordeal with COVID-19
The Phillips family of nearby Chester Springs was hit by COVID-19, and the losses it had suffered by the end of the months-long ordeal have changed it forever, writes Scott Pelley for CBS’s 60 Minutes. Last March, Andy Phillips, formerly of Drexel Hill, had to be taken to the hospital due to COVID-19 complications while…
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The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County Presents COVID-19 Update for Business Leaders
One year after the CDC confirmed the first case of COVID-19 in the United States, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County presented a vaccine program update for business leaders. The program addressed questions including how a vaccine was developed so quickly, the safety profile, legal issues related to employee mandated immunizations and the…
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February 3 Update: Vaccine Rollout Continues, COVID-19 Deaths Down, Small Increase in New Montco Cases
Montgomery County reported 822 new positive cases of COVID-19 as of Tuesday, February 2, bringing the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases to 43,220 countywide since March 7, 2020. There are currently 264 people hospitalized in Montgomery County hospitals due to severe COVID-19 symptoms. Of those COVID-19 patients, 36 are on ventilators, which is an…
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Here’s How to Celebrate Black History Month in Montgomery County
Each year, the month of February is dedicated to honoring the historical impact, achievements, and larger than life figures in the black community. In 2020, we collectively began to take a look at the state of our world and how we can strive toward a better future. Now more than ever, we work towards building…
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Montgomery County Lawyer Who Declined to Prosecute Bill Cosby will Represent Former President Trump at His Second Impeachment Trial
Bruce Castor, Montgomery County’s former top prosecutor, will serve as co-lead counsel for former President Donald Trump at his second impeachment hearing, writes Anna Orso for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Castor is both famous and infamous in local legal and political circles. He served as Montgomery County’s top law enforcement officer from 2000 to 2008. In…
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Cutting-Edge Laser Therapy Available at Community Health and Dental Care
Community Health & Dental Care (CHDC) has recently added the MR4 Laserstim to its state-of-the-art Physical Therapy department. Using cutting-edge technology, “The MR4 Laserstim provides therapeutic pain relief to patients by quickly identifying the treatment area and automatically delivering the right laser dose. The MR4 Laserstim is the world’s first and only FDA-cleared device combining…
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With Local Data Painting Encouraging Picture, Cheltenham School District Reopens Classrooms for First Time Since Outbreak Started
With local data showing there were limited instances of the coronavirus spreading in schools, more school districts are opting to reopen their classrooms, write Jason Laughlin and Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. For the first time since closing its doors nearly a year ago when the outbreak started, Cheltenham School District welcomed students back…
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Bryn Mawr-based Alliance HSP Acquires Warehouse Near Philadelphia International Airport for $3.63M
Bryn Mawr-based Alliance HSP has acquired a warehouse near Philadelphia International Airport from the Philadelphia Housing Authority for $3.63 million, writes Jacob Adelman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 40,900-square-foot industrial building is set on 3.8 acres of land. PHA was using the property to store equipment and vehicles used for maintenance of its apartment units.…
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Business Swap to Upper Darby Saves Family and Piano From the Third Reich
A piano that journeyed from Nazi Germany to nearby Upper Darby tells an amazing survival story, writes Michela Winberg for billypenn.com. The baby grand was crafted by Germany’s Ibach Piano Company. In 1936, the piano escaped the Third Reich, landing in Upper Darby. It was owned by pianist Heidi Frank, sister of anti-Nazi lawyer Hans…
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Swarthmore and Bryn Mawr Colleges See Their Applications Jump, in Part Due to Relaxed Standardized Testing Requirements
With the requirements for standardized test scores significantly relaxed for Fall 2021 admissions, some local colleges have seen their applications jump significantly, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Swarthmore College has registered a 12 percent increase in applications from the year before. This increase in submitted applications, nearly half of which arrived without SAT…
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Hudson Bay Plans to Redevelop Lord & Taylor Space at King of Prussia Mall Into Offices, Rebrand it York Factory
Hudson Bay is planning to repurpose the Lord & Taylor space at King of Prussia Mall into offices and rebrand it York Factory, writes Natalie Kostelni for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The new name is a reference to a Canadian settlement that was also the site of a historical Hudson Bay factory. The King of…
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Former Montco District Attorney Bruce Castor Joins Former President Trump’s Impeachment Team
In the lead for Trump’s impeachment trial is former Montgomery County District Attorney Bruce L. Castor Jr, writes Jeremy Roebuck for the Philadelphia Inquirer. In a statement released Sunday night, Trump said Castor will work along with a new counsel, Alabama criminal defense lawyer David Schoen, saying this new team will bring “national profiles and…
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Bala Cynwyd-based Hamilton Lane Aims to Expand Capabilities in Private Wealth Management with Recent Acquisition
Bala Cynwyd-based Hamilton Lane has agreed to acquire 361 Capital to expand its capabilities in private wealth management, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed. But It is expected that the acquisition will close before the end of the first quarter. The Philadelphia region’s…
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Original Mural Painted for Lukens Family Still Graces Wall of 1815 Ambler Home
An 1815 Federal-style farmhouse in Ambler still boasts a mural painted by an itinerant artist for the Lukens family – which built the residence – in its center hall, writes Paul Jablow for The Philadelphia Inquirer. There are many other stunning details throughout the house, including the original staircase, chair rails, and window moldings, as…
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Montgomery County Community College to Host Online Black Diasporic Poetry Workshop
Continuing its year-long celebration of African American poetry, Montgomery County Community College is hosting an online community poetry workshop featuring a special guest artist. The College will host “Creating Black Diasporic Poetry: A Workshop” online Wednesday, Feb. 3, from 6-7 p.m. Attendees will learn about Black poetic themes, styles and techniques with artist and poet,…
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Wheels in Motion Offers Top Customer Service to Montco-Area Drivers
While the general population isn’t driving a whole lot these days, finding a trusted auto mechanic is priceless. Mike Yannessa at Wheels in Motion aims to be that place for his customers, writes Christine Tarlecki for the Montco Explorer. “We are a family-owned business* that has been in Pottstown since 1979. December 2020 starts our 41st year…
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Conshohocken Founder of Embellish Beauty Concepts Creates Gluten-Free, Cruelty-Free Glosses and Faux Lashes
After being laid off from her position as a hair and makeup artist at QVC, Conshohocken’s Marcia Williams founded Embellish Beauty Concepts, a line of gluten and cruelty-free lip glosses and faux lashes, writes Melissa Jacobs for Main Line Today. Her products are designed for people of all colors and she is currently in talks…
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