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PECO Hosts Jr. Infrastructure Academy for High School Students at MCCC April 19
Montgomery County Community College is set to host the innovative Jr. Infrastructure Academy, organized by PECO, on Friday, April 19, 2024. This event, dedicated to empowering the next generation of utility industry professionals, will feature a series of hands-on activities designed for high school juniors and seniors from Montgomery County. The Jr. Infrastructure Academy aims…
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Charles E. Dagit Jr., Renowned Architect, Merion Native and Civic Leader Passes at 80
Charles E. Dagit Jr., an influential architect, Merion native, and civic leader known for his profound impact on architectural design, has passed away at the age of 80, writes Gary Miles forThe Philadelphia Inquirer. With a legacy spanning three generations, Dagit designed over 300 projects during his 40-year career, leaving an indelible mark on…
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Greenwood Racing Buys Two Office Buildings by Parx Casino for $12.5 Million
Greenwood Racing Inc., the owner of Parx Casino, has expanded its real estate holdings with the acquisition of two office buildings near its Bucks County gaming hub for $12.5 million, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Purchased in February, the buildings at 3329 and 3331 Street Road in Bensalem are part of…
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Multitalented Eighth Grader from East Norriton Shines as a Star Student
A student from East Norriton named Mikayla has been recognized as a ‘Star Student’ by the Patch, according to Justin Heinze. Mikayla commutes 45 minutes a day to attend a Main Line school. The exceptional eighth grader has a knack for languages, picking up Spanish in early middle school and excels in French and…
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Secrets of Quakertown: Inside the Hidden Rosicrucian Pyramids
Believe it or not— there are pyramids in Bucks County, but not for public viewing. Known as the Rosicrucian pyramids, these structures sit in a meditation garden in Quakertown on private property, according to a report from Atlas Obscura. The Fraternita Rosae Crucis, a secret society found by a doctor and occultist in 1858,…
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Penn State Great Valley Students Travel to Strasbourg, France, for Global Immersion Course
Last month, 16 Penn State Great Valley students examined sustainable business practices, innovation, and the design of work on a trip to Strasbourg, France, that incorporated company visits in France, Germany, and Switzerland. Located in the “Grand Est” Alsace-Lorraine region on the France-Germany border and less than 90 miles from Switzerland, Strasbourg is known as…
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Montgomery County Partners with Gift of Life to Honor Organ Donors with ‘Donate Life’ Flag Initiative
The Gift of Life Donor Program and the Montgomery County Coroner’s Office have joined forces to honor organ donors and their families, writes Jim Melwert for KYW Newsradio. Montgomery County is now the first to fly a “Donate Life” flag in the Keystone State. “It’s a reminder that each donor has the potential to save…
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Dateline NBC Uncovers Decades-Old Cold Case Surrounding Bristol Township Mother Joy Hibbs
After remaining unsolved for over three decades, the murder of Joy Hibbs is now featured on “Dateline NBC,” writes Jo Ciavaglia for Bucks County Courier Times. Hibbs, a married mother of two, was killed in her Bristol Township home on a Friday afternoon in 1991, and the crime scene was subsequently set ablaze to…
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Delaware Valley University to Charter Delta Alpha Pi International Honor Society for Students With Disabilities
Delaware Valley University proudly announced its chartering of the Iota Mu chapter of Delta Alpha Pi International Honor Society, becoming the 228th institution to join the prestigious organization. Delta Alpha Pi recognizes and celebrates the academic achievements of students with disabilities at higher-education institutions nationwide. The inaugural induction ceremony for the Iota Mu chapter is…
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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community college is seeking applications for a variety of positions. The part-time Enrollment Coach for Career and Technical Education is responsible for building relationships with prospective students who are currently enrolled or were previously enrolled. In addition, this position will conduct recruitment outreach to high schools and technical education centers, must have an…
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Bryn Mawr-Raised Kat Dennings Joins Forces with Tim Allen in ABC’s Latest Pilot ‘Shifting Gears’
Kat Dennings, a Bryn Mawr native, is teaming up with Tim Allen in a new ABC sitcom pilot titled “Shifting Gears,” writes Chris Compendio for The Philly Voice. In this family comedy, Dennings will play Riley, an estranged daughter who moves back in with her father after her divorce, bringing her two teenagers along. Allen…
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Step Inside the Historic Quakertown Farmhouse Blending 18th-Century Charm with Modern Luxury
Nestled on a 10-acre lot in Quakertown, the enchanting residence at 1375 California Road weaves together the past and present, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine. At the heart of this historic farmhouse is a log cabin erected in 1734, which has been lovingly preserved and integrated into the home’s structure. A two-story stone…
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Annual Fashion Show at Harcum College is A Grand Affair
The much-anticipated Annual Fashion Show returns to Harcum College on Friday, April 26, 2024, in Klein Hall, Bryn Mawr Campus. Doors open at 7 PM. The show steps off at 8 PM. This year’s event has been conceived to involve all fashion majors and fashion faculty every step of the way, from promoting to planning,…
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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College is inviting applications for multiple positions. The Payroll Administrator position reports to the Senior Accountant, Disbursement Management, the Payroll Administrator is responsible for the processing of payroll for all payroll cycles. The Payroll Administrator is accountable for the calculation of payroll liabilities as well as the applicable Federal, State, and Local…
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MCCC Joins Community Colleges Statewide Sign Articulation Agreement with Penn State University
Montgomery County Community College is joining Pennsylvania’s community colleges in announcing a new partnership with Penn State’s Commonwealth Campuses to expand educational opportunities in the state and eliminate barriers to degree completion among college students. The collaboration builds upon longstanding relationships between Penn State and community colleges and a shared commitment to access and affordability…
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Harleysville’s Quarry Hill Farm Offers Sought-After Wagyu Beef While Feeding the Community
Harleysville’s Quarry Hill Farm is now offering one of the world’s most sought-after culinary treasures: Wagyu beef, renowned for its exceptional marbling and flavor, writes Marilyn Johnson for Philly Bites. Under the vision of 68-year-old real estate developer David Perlman and his family, who acquired the century-old farm in 2021, the farm aims to…
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Govberg Jewelers Evolves to The 1916 Company: New CEO and Expansion Plans Unveiled
The 1916 Company, formerly known as Govberg Jewelers — has appointed John Shmerler as its new CEO, marking a strategic leadership reshuffle in the wake of recent acquisitions and a branding overhaul, writes Garett Dvorkin for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Shmerler, hailing from his former role as CEO of Radcliffe Jewelers—a Baltimore firm that merged…
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Gwynedd Mercy University Receives PA State Gear Grant
Gwynedd Mercy University is the recipient of the the PA State GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) grant to host a summer camp. GMercyU is one of four colleges, and the only private institution, to receive funding in Pennsylvania. “We are pleased be selected as one of four recipients across the…
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