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Judge Carolyn Carluccio Plans to Clear the Backlog in Tenure as Montgomery County President Judge
When she starts her tenure as Montgomery County president judge in January, Judge Carolyn Carluccio will have her hands full, writes Aleeza Furman for The Legal Intelligencer. Judge Carolyn Carluccio is set to succeed Judge Thomas M. DelRicci Jr. as president judge. She was unanimously chosen by her colleagues for the leadership post and will…
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Wall Street Journal: Conshohocken’s David’s Bridal Offers Employees a ‘Beyoncé Moment’ to Recruit Staff
After the usual methods of raising wages and offering cash bonuses failed, Conshohocken-based David’s Bridal found a unique way to retain and recruit employees in a tight labor market: the company is offering its workers the chance to model in its advertising, write Suzanne Kapner and Chip Cutter for The Wall Street Journal. The idea…
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Brightview East Norriton Employee Goes Extra Mile with Residents Due to Company’s Caring Culture
Trina Cousar, a senior resident assistant at Brightview East Norriton, believes that her employer fully deserves the title of a great place to work, writes Jacquelyn Kung, Ed Frauenheim, and Great Place to Work for Fortune. Thanks to Brightview’s collaborative and caring culture, Cousar always makes sure to go the extra step with residents. This…
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New In-Depth Employee Ownership Business Roundtable Series to Start at MCCC
Montgomery County Community College’s Baker Center of Excellence for Employee Ownership and Business Transformation (Baker Center) and the Pennsylvania Center for Employee Ownership (PaCEO) will be starting a new series of roundtable discussions exclusively created for employee-owned companies. The Employee Ownership Business Roundtable series will bring together leaders of companies with established Employee Stock Ownership…
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It’s Here! National Dog Show Celebrating 20th Anniversary at Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks Nov. 20-21st
More than 125 years after pioneering the institution of competitive dog shows back in the 1800s, the Kennel Club of Philadelphia (KCP) will mark the 20th anniversary of its most high-profile event, The National Dog Show Presented by Purina®, on Saturday, Nov. 20, and Sunday, Nov. 21, at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks,…
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Join Blue Bell’s Philadelphia Ashtanga Yoga for Exciting November Workshops
Philadelphia Ashtanga Yoga is located in Blue Bell, and they are focused on the traditional practice of Ashtanga yoga. They have a weekend of exciting yoga events coming up on November 19, 20, and 21st. They offer a Mysore program, as well as led classes. Their schedule includes a variety of classes for all levels,…
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“Human Stupidity:” Valley Forge Casino Comes Down on Gamblers Leaving Kids in Cars
After 22 recorded incidents this year, Valley Forge Casino Resort is planning to step up its enforcement efforts against gamblers who leave their children unattended in cars, writes Andrew Maykuth for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The casino is planning to install first-of-its-kind infrared cameras that can detect the heat signature of a person inside a car,…
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This Montco Township Ranks as Highest ‘Cancer Risk’ in Philadelphia Region Due to Industrial Air Pollution
According to a new ProPublica online report, an area of Montgomery County has the highest estimated “excess lifetime cancer risk” from air pollution from chemical companies in the Philadelphia region, writes Frank Kummer for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The report, titled “Poison in the Air,” analyzed and mapped the spread of cancer-causing chemicals from various sources…
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PREIT, Owner of Willow Grove Mall and Plymouth Meeting Mall, Issues First-ever Sustainability Report
Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust (PREIT), the owner of Plymouth Meeting Mall and the Willow Grove Mall, has issued its inaugural sustainability report. The report highlights PREIT’s efforts to position its properties as pillars of their communities by sustaining jobs, hosting events that bring community members together, reducing the environmental impact, and supporting organizations that…
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Lower Gwynedd-based Anpac Bio-Medical Expects to Raise $2.5M in Public Stock Offering
Anpac Bio-Medical Science, a Chinese biotechnology company with its U.S. headquarters in Lower Gwynedd, expects to raise $2.5 million in a public stock offering, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company that focuses on early cancer screening and detection is currently offering 1.13 million American depository shares at $2.22 per share. And…
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Norristown-based Robotics Startup Looking to Raise Up to $7M in Series A
Norristown-based Asylon, a robotics startup that develops software systems for drones and ground robots that automates perimeter security, is looking to raise between $5 million and $7 million in Series A, writes Kennedy Rose for The Business Journals. The company was founded about six years ago by Chief Executive Officer Damon Henry, Chief Technology Officer…
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Tilted 10 and Tilt Studio Ready to Restore Willow Grove Park Mall to Its Former Amusement Glory
In its glory days, the Willow Grove Park Mall was an amusement hotspot featuring rides and various family activities, writes Jon Campisi for the Patch. Now, Tilted 10 and Tilt Studio is looking to return the mall in Montgomery County to its former amusement glory by opening a family entertainment center that will boast many…
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See Which Montco Colleges Are Among the Top 100 Nationwide WSJ/THE 2022 College Rankings List
Two Montgomery County Colleges are among the top 100 in the nation, according to the recently released Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings for 2022. The ranking is based on 15 metrics across four main categories, including student outcomes, the school’s academic resources, student engagement, and the school’s environment. Haverford College broke the top…
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Skippack Pharmacy Owner Dons His Superman Costume Once Again for Youngest COVID-19 Vaccine Recipients
Mayank Amin, who owns the Skippack Pharmacy, donned his Superman costume once again to help keep the youngest yet COVID-19 vaccine recipients feel safe and relaxed, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Amin has just started what he believes will be a marathon to get the region’s children vaccinated. Among the initial walk-ins was…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Main Line Victorian Splendor—Entertaining at Its Finest
This stunning estate was built in approx. 1878 for Silas Jones, who resided on the original 90-acre parcel owned by his grandfather Jonathan Jones, who was granted the land from William Penn. This five-bedroom, four-full, and two-half-bath home has been meticulously maintained and expanded through the years for modern living. This property is registered as…
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Fall Student Theater Productions at MCCC’s Blue Bell and Pottstown Campuses, This Weekend and Next
A year-and-a-half after an entirely virtual theatrical space, the curtain is about to rise once again on in-person theater at Montgomery County Community College. MCCC announced its two fall student theater productions: “Orlando” at Blue Bell Campus and “Incorruptible” at Pottstown Campus. Tickets are on sale now for both shows and are open to the…
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Join DeSales University for The Role of a Leader: A Power Breakfast on November 17th
On November 17, 2021, the DeSales University MBA Program will be hosting a Power Breakfast entitled The Role of a Leader, Leading Others to Lasting Positive Transformation. Join them for a presentation exploring the true role of a leader and learn practical tools to be more effective in leading & developing others. The presenter will…
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VFTCB’s 2021 15th Rev Run Raises $42k for Valley Forge National Historical Park
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board presented $42,000 to Valley Forge National Historical Park from funds raised through this year’s 15th annual Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run (Rev Run) held virtually in April. Since its inception in 2006, Rev Run has raised $500,000 for Park infrastructure improvement projects and programming to enhance the visitor…
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