• MCCC Launches Legacy Fund and Inaugural Board of Directors

    MCCC Launches Legacy Fund and Inaugural Board of Directors

    Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) marked its 61st Founders’ Day by announcing the launch of the Montgomery County Community College (PA) Legacy Fund and its inaugural Board of Directors. The Legacy Fund is MCCC’s official and only MCCC-affiliated philanthropic arm, established to advance MCCC’s mission and strategic priorities. The Legacy Fund will enable MCCC to continue to put…

  • Andrea Tyszka Named Director of the Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program

    Andrea Tyszka Named Director of the Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program

    Not only was Andrea Tyszka, OTD ‘18, MS, OTR/L, SIPT, part of the founding faculty for what was then Salus University, now Drexel University, Occupational Therapy program in 2013, she’s also a proud graduate of the very program she now leads. So, when the director of the Post-professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program opened up, Lauren Sponseller, PhD ‘18,…

  • Malven-Based Meridian Bank Opens Full-Service Branch in Bonita Springs

    Malven-Based Meridian Bank Opens Full-Service Branch in Bonita Springs

    Meridian Bank has opened a new full-service branch in Bonita Springs, Fla. This expansion builds on the success of Meridian’s Loan Production Office, which opened in Bonita Springs in 2022 to serve the growing commercial lending needs of the region. The new full-service branch, located at 12611 Bonita Beach Road, marks another milestone in Meridian…

  • MCCC Nursing Graduates Ready to Join Healthcare Workforce

    MCCC Nursing Graduates Ready to Join Healthcare Workforce

    Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) recently honored 41 Nursing graduates from the Dr. Stuart H. & Sandra K. Fine Nursing Program, celebrating their academic achievements and the start of their professional journeys in the vital healthcare field. The College hosted a special pinning ceremony at the Montco Cultural Center theater on the Blue Bell Campus on…

  • Aqua Pennsylvania Installs PFAS Treatment to Protect Drinking Water for Thousands of Customers in Bucks County

    Aqua Pennsylvania Installs PFAS Treatment to Protect Drinking Water for Thousands of Customers in Bucks County

    Aqua Pennsylvania has completed a PFAS treatment system at its Edgely Water Treatment Facility in Bristol Township, Bucks County. This is the tenth PFAS treatment facility that Aqua Pennsylvania has placed into operation since 2018, all of which meet the new PFAS national drinking water standard. The new system at Edgely consists of six filters…

  • Heartfelt Service: SOSH Students’ Soulful Mission Trip to Jamaica

    Heartfelt Service: SOSH Students’ Soulful Mission Trip to Jamaica

    A recent Student Optometric Service to Humanity (SOSH) mission trip to treat patients in Negril, Jamaica, really touched the heart of Amanda Martinez ‘27OD in ways she didn’t anticipate. There she met a 77-year-old man who had lost his vision due to untreated glaucoma. He couldn’t afford glaucoma drops and had been living with very high intraocular pressures. His…

  • Penn Community Bank Named to Newsweek’s Best Regional Banks for Third Consecutive Year

    Penn Community Bank Named to Newsweek’s Best Regional Banks for Third Consecutive Year

    Penn Community Bank has once again been recognized as one of America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions for 2026 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. This marks the third consecutive year the Bank has earned this distinction. The annual ranking evaluates thousands of regional banks and credit unions across the United States, incorporating in-depth research, customer surveys, and millions of…

  • MCCC Municipal Police Academy celebrates 37 graduates

    MCCC Municipal Police Academy celebrates 37 graduates

    Thirty-seven cadets from Montgomery County Community College’s (MCCC) Municipal Police Academy program took an important step forward toward careers in law enforcement, following the program’s graduation ceremony. Of the graduating class members, 24 cadets were sponsored by area police departments coming into the Academy. Six cadets received conditional offers upon completion of the program. Twenty-eight cadets were…

  • Aqua Pennsylvania Urges Customers to Protect Pipes as Near-Record Cold Moves In

    Aqua Pennsylvania Urges Customers to Protect Pipes as Near-Record Cold Moves In

    With temperatures expected to stay below freezing this week, Aqua is urging customers to take immediate steps to prevent frozen pipes, which can result in costly repairs and leave families without running water during the coldest days of the year. Pipes become especially vulnerable when temperatures stay below freezing for extended periods of time. Tips…

  • More than 1,100 to Graduate at WCU’s Winter Commencement Ceremonies

    More than 1,100 to Graduate at WCU’s Winter Commencement Ceremonies

    There are 1,124 students poised to begin the next chapters of their lives following graduation from West Chester University (WCU) at four separate winter commencement exercises being held Friday and Saturday, Dec. 12 and 13. All ceremonies will take place in Hollinger Field House on North Campus. Three ceremonies organized by the college will accommodate…

  • The Ultimate Guide to the Holidays in Montco

    The Ultimate Guide to the Holidays in Montco

    Are you planning a holiday getaway? Look no further! Montgomery County is the perfect destination for an unforgettable holiday experience. As the most magical time of year approaches, this guide is your passport to experiencing the festive spirit like never before. Whether you’re a local seeking new holiday traditions or a visitor eager to explore the…

  • A Wonderland of Lights: Dutch Winter Wonderland Brings Holiday Magic to Lancaster

    A Wonderland of Lights: Dutch Winter Wonderland Brings Holiday Magic to Lancaster

    At Dutch Wonderland, the holiday season doesn’t simply arrive; it comes alive. Each year, the Lancaster-area theme park transforms into Dutch Winter Wonderland, a glowing, family-focused celebration that has been nominated by USA Today as one of the country’s top holiday theme park events. According to Marketing Director Courtney Burkarth, the acclaim reflects the strength…

  • MCCC STEM Students Tackle Third Annual Merck Automation and Innovation Challenge

    MCCC STEM Students Tackle Third Annual Merck Automation and Innovation Challenge

    A team of 10 Montgomery County Community College Engineering and Computer Science students tested their skills in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) to complete the third annual Automation and Innovation Challenge, presented by Merck & Co. Students Sarah T. Ahner, Kyle Alcantara, Aditi Chowdheury, Miguel Grimaldos-Garcia, Joshua Jang, Rachel Myhre, David Olabanji, Stefania Schianodicola, Van-Allen…

  • Where to Find the Perfect Christmas Tree in Montco

    Where to Find the Perfect Christmas Tree in Montco

    If you’re looking for the perfect Christmas tree this holiday season, Montco is the place to be! These local Christmas Tree farms offer a fun, family-friendly experience where you can pick out the perfect tree, enjoy the outdoors, and start a new holiday tradition. Let’s take a look at some of the best Christmas tree farms in the…

  • Montgomery County Community College Named One of Nation’s Best for Vets Colleges

    Montgomery County Community College Named One of Nation’s Best for Vets Colleges

    Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) has again earned national recognition for its commitment to veterans and military-connected students. Military Times named MCCC to its 2025 Best for Vets: Colleges list, ranking the College fourth in Pennsylvania, 12th in the Mid-Atlantic region, and 144th nationwide out of 357 institutions. “For 15 years, Best for Vets has…

  • Top Places to View Holiday Lights in Valley Forge and Montgomery County

    Top Places to View Holiday Lights in Valley Forge and Montgomery County

    Create a family tradition and experience the holidays in Valley Forge and Montgomery County at the area’s most dazzling light displays! Wild Lights at the Elmwood Park Zoo Date: Now until Dec. 30Where: Elmwood Park Zoo, Norristown The Elmwood Park Zoo is illuminated once again this year with more lights and decorative attractions than ever…

  • Manor College Hires New Vice President of Finance and Facilities

    Manor College Hires New Vice President of Finance and Facilities

    Manor College recently welcomed Shelley Johnson, CPA, MBA, as its new Vice President of Finance and Facilities. Johnson officially began his new role on Oct. 28. “I chose Manor College because I am deeply committed to its mission and values,” Johnson said. “The college’s focus on supporting students from diverse backgrounds and helping them achieve…

  • MCCC to Host Pottstown Area Artists Guild Members’ Show

    MCCC to Host Pottstown Area Artists Guild Members’ Show

    Celebrate and enjoy a collection of some of the best artwork created by community artists living in the Pottstown area. Montgomery County Community College’s Montco Cultural Center will host the 65th annual Pottstown Area Artists Guild Members’ Show, beginning with an opening reception on Friday, Dec. 5, from 5-7:00 PM in the Montco Cultural Center North Hall Gallery,…