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Brand Relocations: Philly Proprietors Heed Migratory Call of Montgomery County Addresses
A geographic, commerce-related, post-pandemic trend, brand relocations to Montgomery County, caught the attention of journalist Sandy Smith, who provided details on it in Philadelphia Magazine. In response to ongoing suburban shopper reluctance to travel to Center City for goods or services, well-established Philly brands are coming to them. These moves, comprising both relocations and additional…
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Abington Woman Works to Turn Old York Road into Pick-Up Spot
As a main gateway to the suburbs from Philadelphia, Old York Road in Abington Township is always busy with traffic and bustling with businesses, described Max Bennett for the Abington Patch. But according to resident Adele Kubel, the road has a trash problem that she refers to as “blight.” Kubel has been trying for several…
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This Willow Grove Beer Store’s Adult Slushies Are a Fruitful Line of Business
In addition to the expected inventory at the Willow Grove Beer Store at 434 Old York Road in Willow Grove is a line of takeout adult slushies. Gianna Oakley dispensed their details for 94.5 PST. The shop, as expected, carries beer, wine, and spirits. But one countertop has a row of whirly-twirly machines churning rainbow-colored…
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Educators, Pols, Parents Meet in Pottstown in Aftermath of State Ruling on Public School Funding
A recent state court decision on school funding brought parents, politicians, and educators to Pottstown High School for discussion. Bo Koltnow covered it for WFMZ 69 News. The gathering sought clarity regarding a Feb. 7 education-finance decision by Commonwealth Court President Judge Renée Cohn Jubelire. According to the Pennsylvania Capital Star, Jubelire found that the…
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National Ranking Results in Solo Honor for Montgomery County
A Stacker-Niche study examined each U.S. state in an attempt to determine its best county. ABC 17 News, Columbia, Mo., carried the results. Evaluating factors in counties’ quality-of-life assessment included: No surprise to MONTCO Today readers, Montgomery County was named best in Pa., based on the following statistics: Celebrated historical assets here included Valley Forge…
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Ahead of Edgewood Cemetery’s Fifth Art Fair and Clean-Up, Vendors and Volunteers Sought
Edgewood Historic Cemetery volunteers are planning its spring cleanup, held simultaneously with a Pottstown community art fair to raise funds for maintenance. The event is Apr. 29, 10 AM to 3 PM (rain date is May 6). It’s the fifth art fair supporting the work at the historic cemetery, an event that has been continually…
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C&N Wealth Management Names Philip Prough Chief Investment Strategist
C&N Wealth Management has named Philip Prough as its Chief Investment Strategist. With more than 30 years of industry experience, Prough will lead the development and expansion of the C&N Wealth Management team’s customized investment management offering to new and existing markets. C&N Wealth Management Names Philip Prough Chief Investment Strategist “Wealth management has been…
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National Golf Expert Views Super Bowl Rivalry; Montgomery County Dominates
In the run-up to Super Bowl LVII, the Philadelphia v. Kansas City rivalry goes way beyond what happens on the gridiron. Best foods, best fans, best mascots are all up for side-by-side comparison. Jim Young, of AmateurGolf.com, did an East Coast/Great Plains rivalry look at golf. Young started with the superstars that hail from each…
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Economics Silences Harleysville’s Philadelphia Folk Festival, First Time Since 1962 Debut
Sharp declines in its finances has caused the 2023 Philadelphia Folk Festival (PFF) to fall flat for the first time in its 60-year run. Maggie Mancini reported its unfortunate cancellation for PhillyVoice. Philadelphia Folksong Society (PFS) plans were already being attuned for the Aug. 17–20, 2023, concert at Old Pool Farm in Harleysville. But as…
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Gov. Shapiro Included a Montco Favorite in Super Bowl Bet with Kansas City Counterpart
A friendly — but passionate — Super Bowl LVII bet had Gov. Josh Shapiro risking a Montgomery County delicacy. Pat Loeb and Jim Melwert of KYW Newsradio reported the local delights he’ll unfortunately now be paying up with. These public-servant Super Bowl wagers are a long-standing tradition that generally involves a trademark dish. But not…
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Conshohocken’s David’s Bridal Launches Pop-Up Stores for 2023 Prom Season
David’s Bridal has launched five pop-up locations to spread from its Conshohocken home base, bringing fashions and accessories for the 2023 prom season. Investors Observer said “yes” to the dress brand’s request for coverage. The five pop-up stores will operate in: The prom assortment available at these temporary sites is also on the racks of…
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WSJ: Unisys Corporation, Blue Bell, Named Leader in Public Cloud Report
Information Services Group (ISG) — a Stamford, Connecticut technology research and advisory firm — named Blue Bell-headquartered Unisys Corporation a leader in providing public cloud-based services. The recognition was published in the ISG publication, Provider Lens Public Cloud — Solutions and Services. The distinction was carried in the Wall Street Journal. The ISG analysis examines…
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Fort Washington Developer Collaborates with King of Prussia Contractor on Bucks County Office
Mediplex Property Group (MPG), Fort Washington, has begun a build-to-suit renovation on a single-story, 12,800-sq.-ft building in Newtown, Bucks County. My ChesCo reported on the project. Upon completion in late 2023, Mediplex Newtown will house a combination of outpatient healthcare modalities, including: Situated in the prestigious Newtown Business Commons, Mediplex Newtown is strategically located on…
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Nationwide Ranking Service Lists 2023 Best Hospitals: Three Montco Sites Rank Tops
Healthgrades, the Denver-based national medical service analytics firm, has issued its 2023 rankings for best hospitals. The company’s statisticians examined the clinical performance of 4,500 U.S. hospitals across 31 common procedures and conditions. They included maladies such as: “With these awards, we are helping consumers identify the highest quality care in their community by celebrating…
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Lynnewood Estate to Be Bought; Owners to Restore a ‘Living, Breathing Part of Cheltenham’
The 34-acre Lynnewood Estate in Elkins Park is in the process of being purchased from its present owners, the First Korean Church of New York. Better news is the intentions of its new owners, a foundation staffed by Edward Thome and Angie Van Scyoc. Carla Robinson carried their story in the Chestnut Hill Local. The…
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How Ambler Is Beating the Dubious Distinction of ‘Asbestos Capital of the World’
Scrappily resilient Ambler has labored mightily to reinvent itself from an industrial past that once brought with it the distinction of being the “Asbestos Capital of the World.” Michael Frost, of Hidden City, chronicled the area’s transformation that balanced both safety and preservation. The source of the contamination was the Keasbey & Mattison Co., an…
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West Norriton Resident Has No Problem Admitting That His Moonlighting Job Is a Drag
By day, West Norriton resident Derek Lightcap is a counselor at the Valley Forge Memorial Garden cemetery in King of Prussia. He balances the weight of that career with a polar-opposite moonlighting job: Lightcap is a drag performer, sassily entertaining crowds with the persona he’s created, Fanci Dismount. “I’ve been an entertainer my whole life,”…
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In Haverford Township, That Neighbor Next Door Could Be a Philadelphia Eagle
Philadelphia Eagles Center Jason Kelce may be from Ohio, but he’s put down local roots, writes Erik Gunther for realtor.com. Kelce settled in Haverford Township after he got a bargain on a four-bedroom home that went for $680,000 in January 2018 after listing for $800,000 in May 2017. The stone home sits on a one-acre…
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