• WCU’s Dr. Jennifer Chandler Joins National Leadership Institute for Higher Education Department Chairs

    WCU’s Dr. Jennifer Chandler Joins National Leadership Institute for Higher Education Department Chairs

    This summer, Dr. Jennifer Chandler, Associate Professor and Chair of Biology, was selected to attend the Department Chair Leadership Institute (DCLI) hosted by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU). She was one of 34 higher education leaders from across the country to participate in a program of skill building and intensive professional…

  • Newly Resurfaced Tennis Courts Open at MCCC

    Newly Resurfaced Tennis Courts Open at MCCC

    Officials from Whitpain Township and Montgomery County Community College recently gathered to celebrate the ceremonial grand opening of refurbished tennis courts on the College’s Blue Bell Campus, located near the Health Sciences Center (Cathcart Road entrance). A partnership between the two entities allows Whitpain Township’s tennis programs to have priority use of four of the…

  • MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) invites applications for the open positions of Part-Time Instructional Designer Technologist and Part-Time Coordinator of Student Services. Part-Time Instructional Designer Technologist This position collaborates with others in the College community, designs and develops rich learning environments, provides technical support and course design support, and provides professional development training. In addition, promote the use…

  • 5 Perks of Business Credit Cards

    5 Perks of Business Credit Cards

    The right credit card can be a powerful tool for supporting your small business. When you need to purchase fuel, inventory, equipment, supplies, or other timely essentials, a dedicated business credit card can help you effectively manage these expenses while delivering a number of valuable benefits. In this article, we’ll cover five key advantages of…

  • Explore Living History at Mascot Roller Mills and Ressler Family Home

    Explore Living History at Mascot Roller Mills and Ressler Family Home

    Nestled along a quiet stretch of Mill Creek in Lancaster County, Mascot Roller Mills and Ressler Family Home offers visitors something rare: A living, working glimpse into the past. Owned by the Ressler family since 1865, the mill is one of the few in the U.S. that still operates for the public on a near-daily…

  • MCCC Joins National Network Advancing High-Value Credentials for Jobs and Degrees

    MCCC Joins National Network Advancing High-Value Credentials for Jobs and Degrees

    Today, Montgomery County Community College joins the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program’s expanded Unlocking Opportunity network — an initiative designed to help community colleges reform programs in ways that improve student outcomes — ensuring students earn degrees that lead to high-demand jobs with livable compensation. MCCC, alongside 54 other colleges, will join 10 pilot institutions in a…

  • TASTE! Philadelphia Festival Celebrates 25 Years of Flavor and Fun

    TASTE! Philadelphia Festival Celebrates 25 Years of Flavor and Fun

    Philadelphia’s most flavorful tradition is back for its 25th anniversary. The TASTE! Philadelphia Festival of Food, Wine & Spirits returns this fall on Friday, Oct. 17, and Saturday, Oct. 18 at the Valley Forge Casino Resort, offering an unforgettable weekend of indulgence, entertainment, and culinary celebration. For a quarter-century, TASTE! has been the ultimate destination…

  • PA CareerLink Montgomery County Hosts Dual Discovery Days for Career Seekers and Employers

    PA CareerLink Montgomery County Hosts Dual Discovery Days for Career Seekers and Employers

    PA CareerLink Montgomery County will host two upcoming Discovery Day events designed to connect career seekers and employers with valuable resources, professional development opportunities, and workforce support. Both events will be held at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, 2 W. Lafayette Street in Norristown, with free parking, complimentary refreshments, and easy access via SEPTA. These…

  • Valley Forge Tourism Kicks off 11th Fall Freedom from Hunger Drive with Pottstown Kitchen Takeover

    Valley Forge Tourism Kicks off 11th Fall Freedom from Hunger Drive with Pottstown Kitchen Takeover

    The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board’s (VFTCB) 11th Annual Fall Freedom from Hunger Drive kicked off with a kitchen takeover at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Pottstown. VFTCB staff and Montgomery County Commissioners Jamila Winder and Tom DiBello served more than 60 people a meal, including food donated by HUNGRY Catering, and ice cream donated…

  • MCCC to Present TheaterWorksUSA’S Musical Production of ‘The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System’

    MCCC to Present TheaterWorksUSA’S Musical Production of ‘The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System’

    The Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) Montco Cultural Center will present TheaterWorksUSA’s family musical, “The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System,” based on the popular book series published by Scholastic Books. The Magic School Bus will be presented on Sunday, Sept. 21, at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM at MCCC’s theater at Montco Cultural Center,…

  • Protect Your Computer From Tech Support Scams

    Protect Your Computer From Tech Support Scams

    In a tech support scam, fraudsters pose as representatives from well-known tech companies like Microsoft, Apple, or antivirus software providers. They use scare tactics, claiming your computer is infected with a virus or has other critical errors. They may contact you through unsolicited phone calls, pop-up ads on your computer, or even fake emails. The…

  • Immaculata University Launches New Community Music School Serving Musicians of All Ages and Skill Levels

    Immaculata University Launches New Community Music School Serving Musicians of All Ages and Skill Levels

    Immaculata University has launched the Immaculata University Community Music School, a new program designed to provide high-quality music instruction and performance opportunities to learners of all ages and abilities from Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Berks counties and beyond. Music has been a core part of Immaculata University’s identity since its founding in 1920. With a strong…

  • Immaculata University Sees Largest Incoming Class in School History

    Immaculata University Sees Largest Incoming Class in School History

    Immaculata University is set to welcome its largest incoming undergraduate class in the history of the University, with more than 415 first-year students and more than 60 transfer students enrolling. As 2024’s incoming undergraduate class was the largest in a decade, with 275 first-year students and 69 transfers, this year’s incoming class sets a new…

  • Aqua PA Secures Nearly $7.5M in PENNVEST Funding to Remove PFAS From Drinking Water, Replace Lead Service Lines

    Aqua PA Secures Nearly $7.5M in PENNVEST Funding to Remove PFAS From Drinking Water, Replace Lead Service Lines

    Aqua Pennsylvania recently secured a combination of principal forgiveness loans and low-interest loans through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST). Funding totaling $6.1 million will support Aqua Pennsylvania’s continuing commitment to remove PFAS from drinking water. Another $1.3 million in funding will be used for Aqua Pennsylvania’s ongoing lead service line replacement program. PENNVEST funds…

  • 12 Data Security Musts for Small Businesses

    12 Data Security Musts for Small Businesses

    Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur or manage a global team, data security should be a top priority. Massive data breaches that impact millions of consumers at once tend to capture the headlines, but smaller enterprises are increasingly at risk. A 2021 study by the Atlas VPN research team found that 31 percent of small businesses…

  • Dan Marcolina ‘Diffused Reality’ Exhibition Opens Aug. 26 at MCCC

    Dan Marcolina ‘Diffused Reality’ Exhibition Opens Aug. 26 at MCCC

    At his immersive new exhibition, “Diffused Reality,” Artist Dan Marcolina invites visitors at Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) to breathe life into static images. By scanning the artwork with their smartphones, guests unlock animated and interactive versions on their screens, transforming traditional photography into a living experience. The Montco Cultural Center will host the immersive,…

  • 6 Ways Remote Deposit Helps Businesses Work Smarter

    6 Ways Remote Deposit Helps Businesses Work Smarter

    Local businesses are always on the lookout for ways to work more efficiently. Especially if it will also help them to cut costs or protect against potential losses. If your payment processing is still being done manually, this area of your business could be one of the best places to streamline your day-to-day operations. And…

  • Second Annual Pennsylvania Chocolate & Coffee Festival Returns to Oaks with Even More to Sip, Sample & Shop!

    Second Annual Pennsylvania Chocolate & Coffee Festival Returns to Oaks with Even More to Sip, Sample & Shop!

    Get ready for a delicious weekend as the Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival returns to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks on Sept. 27-28, 2025. After an incredible debut last year, the festival is back — bigger, better, and bolder — with more vendors, more activities, and more delicious discoveries for chocolate and coffee lovers…