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Local Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model Aims to Destigmatize Baldness in Women
After West Chester native Christie Valdiserri walked the runway forSports Illustrated during Miami Swim Week two years ago, she did something no other model had done before: She slipped off her wig and revealed her baldness to all. Allison Norlian chronicled the brave act for Forbes. “It was the most liberating moment of my life,”…
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King of Prussia Mall Owner Enters Into Partnership with Klarna to Offer In-store Payment Options
Simon Property Group, the King of Prussia Mall owner, has teamed up with Klarna to offers shoppers at its properties in-store payment solutions, writes Liz Kiesche for Seeking Alpha. “Identifying ways that support the success of our merchants while elevating the customer shopping experience are key priorities for Simon,” said David Simon, Chairman, Chief Executive…
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MCCC and the Historical Society of Montgomery County to Host ‘Primary Sources in Your Backyard’ on Oct. 15
Montgomery County Community College and the Historical Society of Montgomery County will be hosting a special event to introduce local school faculty for grades 1-12 to the rich collections of local primary resources that are available for them to use. “Primary Sources in Your Backyard” will be held on Friday, Oct. 15, from 11 a.m.…
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USA Today: Situated Side By Side, Lower Merion and Philadelphia School Districts Perfectly Reflect Disparity in School Funding for Pennsylvania
Sitting side by side, the Lower Merion School District and Philadelphia School District provide a perfect example of the disparity in school funding for Pennsylvania and the effects educational gerrymandering has on children who do not live in affluent communities, writes Alia Wong in a 3,100-word investigation written for USA Today. Pennsylvania ranks 45th in…
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Local PA Farmers Have Decreed 2021 as the Year of the Mushroom
Farmers in Chester County have dubbed 2021 the Year of the Mushroom, writes Doug Ohlemeier for Produce Business. Retailers such as Whole Foods are predicting mushrooms will be one of the top trending foods of the year. Also, mushrooms are currently getting great press, owing to the numerous benefits they bring, including high nutritional value…
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Plymouth Meeting 5th Grader One of Only Three Kids Nationwide Headed to World Series
Plymouth Meeting 5th grader Lori Flannery is a true softball star, writes Jamie Apody for 6abc. She can throw, hit, and run and she was able to show off all of those skills recently when she won her age group at the regional Pitch Hit and Run Competition at Citizen’s Bank Park. “I wanted to…
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Say BOO to the FLU at the ZOO Vaccine Clinic Saturday, October 9
Boo to the Flu: The Montgomery County Immunization Coalition (MCIC) is partnering with Elmwood Park Zoo and Giant Pharmacy to host Say BOO to the FLU at the ZOO Vaccine Clinic this Saturday for anyone 3 years of age and older. Guests receiving a flu vaccine will receive FREE zoo admission! Head to Elmwood Park…
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Seven Montgomery County School Districts Among 50 Best for Athletes in PA for 2022
To determine the 2022 Best School Districts in Pennsylvania for athletes, Niche analyzed data from the U.S. Department of Education as well as millions of reviews from students and parents. Factors considered include student and parent reviews of athletics, the number of offered sports, and the number of students participating in athletics, among others. There…
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Montco Rye Whiskey Distillers Making a Comeback in Pennsylvania
For a generation, no rye whiskey came out of Pennsylvania. Now, more than 20 Pennsylvania distilleries are producing rye. Laura Fields is driving the resurgence, writes Christopher Wink for billypenn.com. The 43-year-old Bucks County native has a passion for whiskey and an underlying goal to improve the commercial viability of small-scale American farming. She founded…
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Montgomery County Target Employees to Get $2 Pay Bump During Holiday Season’s Peak Days
Montgomery County Target store and service center employees who pick up shifts during peak days of the holiday season will receive an extra $2 an hour, writes Melissa Repko for CNBC. This extra pay will be available to employees who work on Saturdays and Sundays from November 20 to December 19, as well as on…
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VFTCB Extends 7th Annual Freedom from Hunger Food Drive in Montgomery County
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) is extending its 7th Annual Valley Forge Freedom from Hunger Food Drive through October to continue to help support those impacted by the pandemic, and recent storms. With the hope of continuing the success from last year’s campaign – and due to the continued public health pandemic and the Delta…
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Villanova University’s Law School Gets $13M From Namesake, Charles Widger
Villanova University’s law school has received a $13 million gift from its namesake, investment manager Charles Widger and his wife Barbara, writes Jeff Blumenthal for Philadelphia Business Journal. The Charles Widger School of Law will use the gift to grow its professional development and leadership program. “It is our hope that creating these new initiatives…
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Immigrant Student Pursues Dreams, Earns Opportunity Through MCCC
A toothache may have changed Sandrah Moyo’s life forever. Before moving to Schwenksville five years ago with her family, the 26-year-old was born and raised in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. One morning she remembered waking up in her home country with terrible pain in her mouth. While most people in this country would quickly see a dentist to fix the problem, because of Zimbabwe’s crumbling economy at the time, it meant…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: This House on the Hill in Gladwyne is a Spectacular Find
Grace, elegance, and charm abound in this 6+ bedroom, 5 bath Gladwyne estate home situated on an almost 2-acre park-like parcel positioned off of three cul de sac lanes and bordering other multi-acre estates and conserved grounds. Informal areas include a large bright family room located off the home’s southern exposure and boasting three sides…
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Local Man Starts Successful Streetwear Clothing Line, Ready to Branch Out from Willow Grove to New York
Self-made local clothier Isaiah Thomas already has two storefronts in Willow Grove and Moorestown for his successful streetwear clothing brand with a message behind it – and now he plans to add a third one in New York, writes Vittoria Woodill for CBS3 Philly. Thomas is the first recipient of the Small Wins Grant Program…
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Rare-book Exhibition at Bryn Mawr College Showcases Latin Doodles and Marginalia in Ancient Texts
A small exhibition currently on view in the rare-book room of Canaday Library at Bryn Mawr College showcases Latin doodles and marginalia (marks made in the margins of a book or other document. They may be scribbles, comments, glosses, critiques, doodles, or illuminations, say Wikipedia) in ancient books, writes Stephan Salisbury for The Philadelphia Inquirer.…
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Outstanding October Events and Fall Festivals Happening in Montgomery County
Ah, yes fall is here. The cooler weather brings fall festivals and events for all to enjoy right here in Montgomery County. So go ahead enjoy the fresh air and check out these awesome events! KOP Beerfest RoyaleOctober 7 – October 9 | King of Prussia Head to the world-renowned King of Prussia Mall to…
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This Weekend! The Greater Philadelphia Pet Expo is Back October 8-10
The Greater Philadelphia Pet Expo returns for the first time since the outbreak of COVID on October 8-10, 2021, with fur-flying entertainment, dog sporting competitions, and educational programs designed for the whole family. The event returns to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center and features many special attractions, pet adoptions, and outstanding shopping for pet lovers…
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