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The Restaurant Food That Saved Conshohocken’s IKEA and Stores Across the World
When you think of IKEA, you think flat-pack furniture, maze-like showrooms, reports Nathaniel Meyersohn for CNN Business. And many think of the Swedish Meatballs. But how did these meatballs end up being the symbol of Scandinavian furniture? IKEA’s founder, Ingvar Kamprad, had started the company as a mail-order company. The IKEA name comes from Kamprad’s…
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Amazon Fresh Opening in Nearby Delco With ‘Just Walk Out’ Technology
A spokesperson for Amazon confirmed that a new Amazon Fresh store will open soon in the Broomall Commons Shopping Center in Broomall, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. Signs for the store went up Wednesday afternoon. It is located near West Chester Pike next to the Planet Fitness and Pet Smart stores. The store…
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Norristown’s Theatre Horizon Announces Regional Premiere of Fencing Coming-of-Age Comedy, ATHENA, on May 19
Theatre Horizon, an award-winning professional theater company located in Norristown, is preparing for a comedy about the ruthless pursuit of glory…and friendship. ATHENA, written by Gracie Gardner and directed by long-time Theatre Horizon favorite Kathryn MacMillan, plays from May 19 through June 5, 2022. “We are so excited to bring ATHENA to our stage after a…
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After Struggling Through the Pandemic, BBQ Unlimited Owners Hope Their Luck Will Change at Willow Grove Park
After struggling through the pandemic, Sean and Nikeah Green are hoping a fresh start at Willow Grove Park will help their once-popular business, BBQ Unlimited, thrive again, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The pair created BBQ Unlimited in 2015, and soon they were living their dream. Their business took off amazingly as “catering…
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SEPTA’s Plan to Extend Rail Line to King of Prussia Takes Another Important Step Forward
SEPTA’s plan to extend its rail line service to King of Prussia has taken another important step forward in its efforts to secure funding through the competitive federal Capital Investment Grant program, writes Thomas Fitzgerald for the Philadelphia Inquirer. SEPTA is currently soliciting proposals for the final design work on the project that would extend…
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Protecs Nearing Completion of Development of Purolite’s New Life Sciences Manufacturing Facility in King of Prussia
Plymouth Meeting-based Protecs is in the final stages of development of a $40 million manufacturing facility for Purolite in King of Prussia, one of the many projects it landed during the pandemic, writes Natalie Kostelni for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “We’re growing like crazy,” said Chris DiPaolo, Protecs president and founder. “We have been seeing…
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NAMIWalks Braved the Rain for Montgomery County Mental Health Awareness
Rain, wind and cold temperatures did not prevent the NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) community from coming Together 4 Mental Health at Temple Ambler on Saturday, May 7th for the annual NAMIWalks Montgomery County PA Mental Health Awareness Walk. While the weather may have canceled some of the planned walk day activities, it did…
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Dr. Don Flynn, of Abington, Teacher, Star Baseball Player, and Air Force Veteran, Dies Aged 83
Dr. Don Flynn, of Abington, a beloved teacher, star baseball player, versatile athlete, and Air Force veteran, died on April 10 aged 83, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Flynn, a holder of a doctoral degree in English and master’s degrees in psychology and English from Temple University, was a longtime educator who taught…
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See Which Montgomery County Schools Made U.S. News & World Report’s List of Best Public High Schools in 2022
Three Montgomery County schools rank among U.S. News & World Report’s 20 best public high schools in Greater Philadelphia, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. U.S. News ranked more than 17,800 public high schools across the nation, rating them based on college readiness, state assessment performance and proficiency, underserved student performance, and graduation…
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Center School, Abington, to Host Its Annual Golf Tournament at North Hills Country Club on June 13
There is nothing better than a beautiful June day to get out and play a round of golf! While golf is considered an individual sport, many golfers prefer to play in twosomes, foursomes, or in larger groups such as golf tournaments. Navigating the varied terrains of a golf course, choosing the right club to hit…
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Montgomery County Among Top Five Paycheck Friendly Places in Pennsylvania
Montgomery County ranks among the most paycheck friendly places in Pennsylvania, according to a recently released report by SmartAsset. To determine the paycheck friendliness of each county, SmartAsset used four main metrics: Semi-Monthly Paycheck, Purchasing Power, Unemployment Rate, and Income Growth. Montgomery County came fifth with an overall paycheck friendliness index of 53.85. According to…
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Villanova Taps Legendary Coach as Commencement Speaker
Villanova University announced Thursday that outgoing Villanova basketball coach Jay Wright will be the school’s commencement speaker, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The winningest coach in Villanova history will also receive an honorary degree. Wright will address graduates at the ceremony May 13, 2:30 p.m. in the Villanova Stadium. The idea of a…
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Fort Washington Law Firm Expands With Main Line Acquisition
Fort Washington law firm Timoney Knox has enlarged its firm’s presence with the acquisition of law firm Davis Bennett Spiess & Livingood, reports Jeff Blumenthol for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Montgomery County firm has 24 lawyers in its firm, now adding Davis Bennett partner Carol Livingood, as well as colleague Bass Wilder Chadwick. “By merging…
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MCCC Engineering Students Update Colebrookdale Railroad Speeder for Rail Bikes
Engineering students at Montgomery County Community College are working on a unique, environmentally friendly project that is set to benefit Colebrookdale Railroad and the community. Students have been tasked with updating a nearly 70-year-old railroad speeder for the 21st century. In addition to upgrading some of the vehicle’s structural elements, they have been asked to…
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MCCC Invites Applications for the Administrative Assistant, Business and Professional Studies Position in Blue Bell
Montgomery County Community College invites applications for the Administrative Assistant, Business and Professional Studies position. The Administrative Assistant, Business and Professional Studies is responsible for administrative support for the Dean, Asst Dean, Directors, and the division, in all disciplines and/or departments and at all locations. QUALIFICATIONS: Montgomery County Community College offers a comprehensive curriculum of…
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Simulated Grocery Store Helps Students With Autism Build Career Skills in Abington Township
Students with Autism build career skills from grocery store simulator at a school in Abington Township, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. Rachel DiCerbo, an occupational therapist at The Nexus School has her dream job helping autistic students learn career skills by participate in a grocery store simulation, called Nex-Mart, in their own school building. Students…
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Ambler Borough is Getting a New Apartment Community for the First Time in 50 Years
Ambler, PA is getting ready to welcome its first new apartment community in over 50 years, reports AroundAmbler.com. 25+ years ago, Ambler was a blighted community with multiple abandoned industrial facilities. Ambler was in economic decline and was suffering from the relics of its industrial past. Through dedication and focus, members of the Ambler Borough worked diligently to attract commerce, retail,…
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California-Based Grocery Outlet Expands Its Pennsylvania Footprint with Lansdale Location
Grocery Outlet, a California-based extreme-value grocery retailer, has expanded its footprint in Pennsylvania and the Northeast with a new location in Lansdale, writes Diane Adam for the Winsight Grocery Business. The retailer’s new store opened on April 28. It will create close to 25 new jobs for the community and offer savings on name-brand, high-quality…
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