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St. Joseph’s University to Open Residence Hall for Students with Autism
St. Joseph’s University, home to the Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support, is planning to open a residence hall specifically for students on the spectrum, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. This will make St. Joseph’s one of the first traditional college campuses nationwide to offer such an option to its students. Saint…
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Jenkintown Nonprofit, Black Men Heal, Provides Free Mental Health Services to Black Men
A local nonprofit in Jenkintown called Black Men Heal was recently named a ‘Champion in Action’ and awarded $35,000 to help the group with their mission, reports Frances Wang for NBC10 Philadelphia. Black Men Heal provides free mental health care to men of color. The group aims to remove the stigma and stereotypes they face…
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SEPTA to Sell $800M in Revenue Bonds to Fund Projects Like the Bridgeport Viaduct
Later in the year, SEPTA is planning to sell around $800 million in revenue bonds to finance some of its priority projects, including the $35 million overhaul of a Bridgeport viaduct on the Norristown High-Speed Line along with the rehab of subway and Regional Rail stations, writes Thomas Fitzgerald for The Philadelphia Inquirer. This would…
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Arcadia University Grad Starts New Business After Demand for Catering Explodes Amid Pandemic
When the pandemic started, Kristin Randazzo, an Arcadia University graduate, and her husband, Vince, saw the catering side of their restaurant business, Giovanni’s Pizza in Quakertown, truly explode, writes Ryan Kneller for The Morning Call. “We are so blessed because we didn’t feel the impact of our dining room being shut down at all due…
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New Exton Location for White Dog Café Commits to Preserving Site’s Historical Significance
White Dog Café has started work on revitalizing the former home of Vickers Restaurant in Exton, which will become the popular local concept’s fifth location. Laura Smythe, in the Philadelphia Business Journal, covered not only the site’s refurbishment but also the retention of its historical significance. The space at 192 East Welsh Pool Road is…
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New Book by Elkins Park Native Delves Into Her POV of Failure of Catholic Universities Response to Racism
Maureen O’Connell, an Elkins Park native and associate professor of Christian ethics in the department of religion and theology at La Salle University, is exploring what she sees as the long-standing failure of Catholic universities to respond to racism in her new book, Undoing the Knots: Five Generations of American Catholic Anti-Blackness, writes Susan Snyder…
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Manor College Men’s Basketball Seeded Fifth in USCAA Division I Small College National Championship Tournament
The Manor College Men’s Basketball team (10-5 overall, 2-3 Eastern States Athletic Conference) are seeded fifth in the 2022 United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) Men’s Division I Basketball Small College National Tournament, as announced by Nate Gurtis, USCAA Assistant Director of Championships and Marketing. The Blue Jays have qualified for its sixth Postseason Tournament…
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Elkins Park’s Salus University Healthcare Professions Ranked 2022 Best Jobs
Once again, when it comes to return on education investment, several Salus University healthcare professions are among the 2022 Best Jobs ranked by U.S. News and World Report. Salus graduate degree programs that ranked high on the list include physician assistant (PA) at No. 3, speech-language pathologist (SLP) at No. 10, occupational therapist (OT) at…
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Hatfield-based Code Biotherapeutics Enters Collaboration Deal with Takeda Potentially Worth $2B
Hatfield-based Code Biotherapeutics has entered into a collaboration and option deal with Takeda with a potential value of $2 billion, writes John George for The Business Journals. Under the terms of the agreement, Takeda will leverage the biotechnology company’s proprietary targeted 3DNA non-viral genetic medicine delivery platform in order to design and develop gene therapies…
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Boathouse Row to Light Up for Rare Disease Day, Says King of Prussia’s CSL Behring CEO
“Our collective hope shines a light on the progress made and challenges ahead,” CSL Behring Limited CEO and Managing Director Paul Perreault said in a video message to 25,000 employees. “Today, the rare disease community joins together to recognize Rare Disease Day. It’s a day, above all, that represents connection and hope. On February 28th, as…
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Founder of Hatboro’s Manncorp Most Prized Possession is a 1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 Among His 60 Cars
Henry Mann, a Huntingdon Valley resident and founder of Hatboro-based Manncorp, owns many cars, but his most prized possession is still a 1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88, like the one he used to drive to high school decades ago, writes A.J. Baime for The Wall Street Journal. A good part of his extensive collection is tied…
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Legal Matters: Common Questions in Applying For Social Security Disability
By Jonathan Young Q. If I am over age 62 and unable to work because of poor health, should I just apply for my early Social Security retirement benefits? A. No. You should speak to an attorney and explore applying for Social Security Disability benefits. If you are age 62 or over and apply for Social Security Disability benefits,…
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Canyon Atlantic Misses Key Deadline in Bid to Buy Jennersville, Brandywine Hospitals
Canyon Atlantic Partners missed a key deadline in a bid to buy Jennersville and Brandywine hospitals, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Canyon failed to post the $1 million bond required by a Chester County judge on Feb. 14, wherein he gave the company three months to work on buying the hospitals from Tower…
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Green Lane Park Announces Fun Fowl Finding and Maple Sugar Magic in March
Green Lane Park has announced its upcoming events in late February and March. The public is encouraged to register to attend these upcoming family-friendly events. Waterfowl Watch Saturday, March 12 at 1 p.m. Green Lane Park has a rich Ornithological history, and is an official Important Bird Area in Pennsylvania. During this program, we will…
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Norristown’s Montco SAAC Awarded $800,000 from the Regina Charitable Fund of the Philadelphia Foundation
The Senior Adult Activities Center of Montgomery County (Montco SAAC) has received $800,000 from the Regina Charitable Fund of the Philadelphia Foundation. The gift will support Montco SAAC’s facility upgrades in Norristown. Located at 536 George Street, Montco SAAC’s Norristown Senior Center offers fitness, education, nutrition, art, and recreational classes, as well as congregate lunches.…
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Lower Merion’s Kobe Bryant’s Rarest Cards Fetches a Record $2Ms
One of the rarest Kobe Bryant cards sold last week for a record $2 million, making it the most expensive card ever sold of the Lower Merion High School and Los Angeles Lakers star, writes Eduardo Gonzalez for the Los Angeles Times. The sale of the 1997-98 Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems Emerald Kobe Bryant…
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Warm Up in Montgomery County With Tilly Mint’s Tea Room in Souderton
Need a place to relax and forget your troubles? Need a hot cup of tea and warm scone? We’ve got just the place. Nestled in the heart of Montgomery County, Tilly Mint’s Tea Room in Souderton calms the soul with adorable ambiance and soothing teas, comfort food, British imports, and so much more. For Trish…
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MCCC Hosting FREE Certified Public Accountant Career Forum
Montgomery County Community College will host an online Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Career Forum Monday, Feb. 28, from 12:15 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. via Zoom. The free forum is open to students and the community. To attend, visit here. The CPA Career Forum will feature Jennifer Cryder, CEO and Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Institute…
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