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Penn Community Bank CEO Jeane Vidoni Wins State Banking Advocacy Award
For Jeane Vidoni, banking has never just been about balance sheets. The Penn Community Bank CEO was recently honored with the 2026 William S. Latoff Advocacy Award from the Pennsylvania Bankers Association — a recognition given to bankers who don’t just serve their institutions, but fight for the communities, families, and small businesses that depend…
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Pennsylvania Is One of the Best States in the Country for Sports Tourism — And the Numbers Prove It
A new national report ranks the Commonwealth fourth in the nation — twice — and Montgomery County is a big reason why. Pennsylvania Lands in the Top Five for Sports Tourism Pennsylvania just earned a pair of top-five finishes in the first-ever national report to measure both sides of sports tourism. Sports ETA’s 2026 State…
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Montgomery County Is America’s Next Great Tourism Destination — And the 250th Is Just the Beginning
Montgomery County has long been one of the Mid-Atlantic’s best-kept secrets. But as the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, the region is stepping firmly into the spotlight — and it’s bringing bald eagles, steam locomotives, and a World Cup watch party with it. The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board made that case…
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From Setback to Diploma: Montgomery County Community College Celebrates 17 Gateway to College Graduates
For 17 young people in Montgomery County, May 20 wasn’t just graduation day; it was proof that a detour doesn’t have to mean a dead end. Montgomery County Community College honored the Gateway to College Class of 2026 during a ceremony in the theater at Montco Cultural Center on the Blue Bell Campus, celebrating students…
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Michelle Henderson Had Every Reason to Quit. She Chose Her Sister’s Example Instead.
Michelle Henderson sat on the phone in silence. Her younger sister was telling her that someone had died, and all Henderson could manage was: “You’re joking, right?” She got mad, hung up, and went back to her Practical Nursing classes at Manor College. Her sister called again. Then again. Sent texts. Henderson didn’t respond. It…
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Daniella Duran Always Had Something to Say. Manor College Helped Her Say It.
Growing up, Daniella Duran asked herself one question more than any other: “What’s wrong with being quiet?” Duran is autistic, and throughout high school, other students questioned why she barely spoke or simply stopped trying to talk to her altogether. She was never the type to walk up to someone first, but if you came…
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Big Boy No. 4014 Is Coming to Montgomery County — Here’s How to Make the Most of It
Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 is rolling through Pennsylvania this summer for the first time ever. Here’s everything you need to plan your trip around the most anticipated train event in a generation. What Is Big Boy No. 4014? Big Boy No. 4014 is the world’s largest operating steam locomotive — stretching over 130…
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From Survivor to Counselor: How Manor College Helped Olivia Morton Find Her Purpose
At 16 years old, Olivia Morton sat alone on a couch in a dark room, barely able to function. Two months earlier, she had been sexually assaulted by her boyfriend, and the trauma had reshaped everything, from her mental health to her closest relationships. It wasn’t until a high school counselor stepped in that Morton…
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Montgomery County Community College to Host Free Workforce Development Business Roundtable on June 10
From AI strategy and workforce training grants to rising energy costs, businesses across Montgomery County and the Greater Philadelphia region will have the opportunity to explore some of today’s most pressing workplace topics during Montgomery County Community College’s annual Workforce Development Business Roundtable on Wednesday, June 10. Hosted online via Zoom from 10:00 AM until…
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Valley Forge to Host Record-Breaking USA Taekwondo American Open East Tournament
USA Taekwondo’s American Open East tournament is returning to Valley Forge next weekend with record-breaking momentum, bringing more than 1,300 athletes and coaches to Montgomery County and marking a 29 percent increase in participation over last year. The tournament will take place in Oaks, May 29-31, near Valley Forge and King of Prussia, continuing to…
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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College is looking to add two experienced finance professionals to its team — and both positions come with flexible work arrangements. Payroll Administrator If you’ve got a sharp eye for numbers and a knack for keeping things running behind the scenes, MCCC’s Payroll Administrator role might be your next move. This position…
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West Chester University to Host International Marching Band Championships During America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary in 2026, West Chester University will welcome an international showcase of music, culture, and competition when the World Association of Marching Show Bands (WAMSB) brings its 250th USA Championships to John A. Farrell Stadium on Wednesday, July 1. The highly anticipated event will feature elite marching bands…
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Act II Playhouse to Host Free Student Performance of ‘Annie Get Your Gun’ for Area Students
Act II Playhouse will welcome students from Mercy Career and Technical School for a special free matinee performance of the classic musical Annie Get Your Gun on Tuesday, June 9. The 10:30 AM performance is part of a multi-year partnership between Act II Playhouse and The Connelly Foundation aimed at bringing live theatre experiences to…
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MCCC Nursing Graduates Celebrated at 2026 Pinning Ceremony
Twenty-seven new nurses are ready to join the healthcare workforce after completing the Dr. Stuart H. & Sandra K. Fine Nursing Program at Montgomery County Community College — and the College sent them off in style. On May 19, family, friends, and faculty filled the Montco Cultural Center theater on the Blue Bell Campus for…
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Meridian Bank Supports Former Broadcast Journalist’s Successful Pivot Into Construction
After nearly two decades as an Emmy-winning Broadcast Journalist, Rosemary Connors made a bold and unexpected career shift: trading the newsroom for the construction industry. Today, as founder and owner of Rosette Specialty Trades, she is leading a rapidly growing business that is making its mark across the region. Connors’ transition was fueled by both…
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Is Your Business Immigration Compliant? This Event Will Answer Your Questions
With federal immigration enforcement making headlines and workplace audits on the rise, Montgomery County employers have questions — and the Montgomery County Commerce Department is stepping up with answers. On Tuesday, June 2, the Montgomery County Commerce Department, in partnership with the Office of Immigrant Affairs, is hosting a complimentary two-hour virtual webinar designed to…
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Governor Shapiro and First Lady Stop by Elmwood Park Zoo — and Yes, They Fed a Giraffe
Governor Josh Shapiro and First Lady Lori Shapiro recently paid a visit to Elmwood Park Zoo, touring the newly completed Frank and Paige Engro Welcome Center and Veterinary Hospital and getting a firsthand look at the Zoo’s ambitious plans for the future. The visit was a chance to see the results of a $3 million…
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Meet the Class of 2026: Loujain Ahmed, Commencement Student Speaker
For Loujain Ahmed, community college was never a stepping stone — it was a launch pad. The 20-year-old West Philadelphia native is set to earn her Associate of Science in Physical Sciences from Montgomery County Community College this spring, and she’ll do it with one final distinction: delivering the student address at Commencement on May…
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