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Automat Dining Died Out in the 1990s in Bala Cynwyd. COVID Might Bring It Back to Philly
Automat dining thrived a century ago, when machines dispensing sandwiches, chocolate bars, and wine could be found all over the Philadelphia region and New York, writes Jane L. Levere for The Washington Post. The concept was simple. A restaurant or a retail store had an automat “fronted by Carrara [marble] or milk glass on which…
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Local Fifth-Graders Build Their Dream Homes: Houses Dedicated to Solar Panels and Renewable Energy
Habitat for Humanity of Chester County and founding sponsor Fox & Roach/Trident Charities recently hosted the 19th annual “Build a House … Build a Dream” contest for fifth-graders from across the Delaware Valley. After two years of the annual event being held virtually, the organization was excited to have contestants presenting their projects in person. Students…
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Renowned Restaurateur to Open His First Suburban Philadelphia Eatery in Bryn Mawr
The new eatery will open at the former location of Enoteca Tredici. The popular chef began previewing his new restaurant last week on Instagram, where he shared some details and several photos of what patrons can expect to see in a few months. Philadelphia restaurateur Marc Vetri will bring his popular dishes to the suburban…
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Royersford Couple Opens Unique Café in Phoenixville Where Customers Can BYOB (Build Your Own Bagel)
Last December, when Michael Weiss of Royersford, Montgomery County, and his wife Jamie opened Sweet Brew Café on Bridge Street in Phoenixville, they sought input from the community, which, judging by its feedback, was pining for bagels, writes Allie Forge for PhillyBite Magazine. The married couple ran an e-commerce coffee business during the pandemic but…
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King of Prussia Biotech Manufacturer Enters Partnership With London-based Cell Therapy Powerhouse
The Center for Breakthrough Medicines (CBM) has announced a multi-year deal with Achilles Therapeutics in the UK, reports John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The partnership will provide expanded cell therapy manufacturing capabilities required to supply products for biopharmaceutical company Achilles’ ongoing Phase I/IIa clinical trials in advanced non-small cell lung cancer and metastatic…
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Lower Merion Police Join Forces with Local Organizations to Make Transportation Easier for Afghan Refugees
Lower Merion Township Police has joined forces with M+M Two Wheelers in Bryn Mawr and HIAS Pennsylvania to welcome Afghan refugees by providing them with bikes to help them get around the area more easily, writes Beccah Hendrickson for 6abc. The police confiscate dozens of stolen and abandoned bikes each year that are usually left…
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Center Valley’s DeSales U Announces Veterans Scholarship
As part of its mission, DeSales University believes in education for all, including those who have served and are serving our country. The Office of Veterans and Military Services offers services to veterans or active-duty military members, including assistance with applying for VA Educational Benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs and accessing aid through the Yellow…
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Two New Drinks Add to Canned Cocktail Collection of Lansdale’s Boardroom Spirits
Boardroom Spirits, the award-winning, sustainable precision craft distillery, is adding two new Vodka & Soda flavors to the canned cocktail collection. The Lansdale distillery’s Cherry Berry and Pineapple Mango Vodka & Sodas sprang to life with new label designs featuring hiking, paddle boarding, roller skating, and power walking. “We are equally excited about the debut…
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Montco ZIP Code Takes Top Spot Among 15 Places in Region Where Homes Are Selling Most Over Asking Price
As prices of homes in the region continue to skyrocket due to low inventory and high demand, some ZIP Codes are seeing properties going for well over their asking price, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. In fact, three Montgomery County ZIP Codes are among the 15 places in the Philadelphia region where…
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Large Warehouse in West Conshy Up for Sale Amidst Hot Industrial Market
The Oldies.com building in West Conshohocken that is used by its current owners to store and distribute vinyl records, compact discs, DVDs, and other collectibles, has been put up for sale amid a hot industrial market, writes Natalie Kostelni for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The property at 60 Portland Road is highly visible from the…
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Giant Grocery Store Donates to Abington School District to Help Hungry Children in Need
The Roslyn-area Giant grocery store #2350 in Montgomery County has donated over $9,000 to the Feeding School Kids program at Abington schools, reports Jon Campisi for the Patch. The initiative was launched in 2021 to address the need of childhood hunger in areas where Giant stores operate, and has raised over $3.3 million last year…
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Two Montco CSAs Provide Fresh Opportunity to Support Local Farmers While Getting Farm-to-Fork Veggies
Community-supported agriculture, or CSAs, offers an effective way to support local farmers while putting farm-fresh produce on your table, writes Lillian Gerczyk for the Philadelphia Magazine. Out of 19 the Philadelphia-area farms and farmers who are offering CSA programs for this spring and summer season, two are in Montgomery County. FarmerJawn Agriculture in Elkins Park…
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Here’s How Much Vanguard Funds Stand to Gain if Elon Musk’s Bid to Buy Twitter Is Accepted
If Elon Musk’s unsolicited offer of $43 billion to buy Twitter is accepted, funds controlled by Malvern-based Vanguard could gain more than $770 million in value, write Ryan Sharrow and Holden Wilen for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO and world’s richest person offered to buy the social media platform on Thursday…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: English Tudor Estate in Bryn Mawr is a Hobbyist’s Dream
A striking English Tudor home with three bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Bryn Mawr. The home is nestled on a private cul-de-sac that offers a sense of community but also offers highly-coveted privacy. Passing the stone gatehouse brings into view the orderly gardens and stone walls with arched…
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Injury Forces St. Joseph’s University Student-Athlete to Trade One Sport for Another
Wills Montgomery, a graduate student at St. Joseph’s University, pursued baseball until an injury forced him to switch gears and take up golf – with great success, writes Nicholas Klingman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Exton native was playing baseball all through elementary and middle school. However, a serious foot injury leading into his freshman…
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Here’s How Much Montco’s GlaxoSmithKline Is Paying to Acquire a Biotech Company in California
GlaxoSmithKline, with significant operations in Upper Providence, has agreed to acquire California-based Sierra Oncology for $1.9 billion, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. GlaxoSmithKline will pay the shareholders of the biotechnology company $55 for each share of stock they hold, according to the terms of the deal. This price represents a 39 percent…
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Celebrate Easter and Passover in Montgomery County by Hopping Around to These Great Locations
Easter and Passover events are blossoming throughout Montgomery County. With these recommendations, there’s no reason to become a basket case in the hunt for the season’s most active bunny. Pictures with the Easter Bunny During April Head to the King of Prussia Mall to make a memory with the whole family with a picture with…
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Abington Breast Cancer Survivor and Salon Owner Donates Wigs to Women in Need
Myisha Stratton has always had a passion for hair, going back to her childhood and through her teen years. She then opened her own salon called D.D. Daughters Lace Wig Beautique, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. When she had opened, she found that she had clients that had cancer. “I was helping them feel comfortable…
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