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Rare Dimes in Bucks County Could Be Worth up to $1,000
Coins missing a vital mintmark are not a dime a dozen. But these rare dimes circulating Bucks County could actually be worth $1,000, writes Greg Vellner for The Reporter. Sellersville collector Michael Leven says that “quite a few people in the area have come across them.” Leven said that a fellow coin dealer found…
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Lynne Macziewski Spearheads Community-building as New Head of Historic Baldwin School
Lynne Macziewski has been making strides since she assumed the role of the Baldwin School’s new head, writes Michael Bradley for Main Line Today. Macziewski previously served as the associate head of Girls Preparatory School in Chattanooga, Tennessee. One thing she noticed about her the 135 year-old all-girls school – something that was confirmed by…
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Kayden’s Law Approved to Enhance Child Custody Safety in Pennsylvania
Kayden’s Law, a bill named in remembrance of a Lower Makefield girl who tragically lost her life in 2018, has been approved by Pennsylvania’s state House of Representatives, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. The bill aims to take more action in protecting children in custody cases. The bill’s next stop is Governor Josh…
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Montgomery County Community College Celebrates 60th Anniversary
This year marks the 60th anniversary of the founding of Montgomery County Community College (MCCC), kicking-off a year-long celebration of the College’s 60 years of transforming lives and communities in Montgomery County. “This is a celebration,” said Dr. Victoria L. Bastecki-Perez, MCCC President. “It’s a celebration of the 90,000 alumni over the last six decades…
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Montgomery County Among Top Five Counties for Economic Mobility Opportunities in PA
Montgomery County ranked among the top five counties in Pennsylvania where children have the best opportunity for economic mobility, according to a new report from Stacker. Economic mobility is an individual’s ability to move themselves and their families up the socioeconomic ladder throughout their lifetime. A recent analysis of economic mobility was performed by the…
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Jill Biden’s Children’s Book Follows Cat Named After Willow Grove, Set for June Release
Willow Grove is the inspiration behind First Lady Jill Biden’s new children’s book, slated to hit the shelves this June, writes Carly Tagen-Dye for People. Willow the White House Cat centers around the Biden-family cat, ‘Willow’, aptly named after Jill’s hometown of Willow Grove. The story follows Willow’s adjustment to living in the White…
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Bristol’s Nightlife Gets a Twist with Daddy Tom’s Behind-the-Bookcase Speakeasy
Daddy Tom’s Cocktail Lounge made its grand debut in Bristol, serving the community craft cocktails in a speakeasy setting, reports Daniella Heminghaus for the Bucks County Courier Times. “We look at this as science and art. It’s not just juice in a glass,” said lead bartender Shane McKeon. Daddy Tom’s is hidden behind…
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Du Pont Family Member and Venture Capital Entrepreneur Hints Future Innovation at Longwood Gardens
A du Pont family entrepreneur is telling The Philadelphia Inquirer that people can expect to hear more about products and investments coming from Kennett Square’s esteemed Longwood Gardens, writes Joseph DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Ben du Pont, the most prominent living family member, is using his venture capital fund Chartline Capital Partners to invest…
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Lansdale Hosts Bat Release at an Eco-Friendly Night Out
Lansdale’s Environmental Advisory Commission is hosting a “bat release” event on May 10, aiming to educate participants about the ecological importance of bats, writes Justin Heinze for The Patch. Scheduled just after sunset, the event will highlight bats’ role in ecosystem health, species diversity, and the significance of backyard conservation for their survival in Pennsylvania.…
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From Classroom to Court: Lauren Yancer’s Path to Becoming GMercyU’s Women’s Volleyball Head Coach and Marketing Leader
As both the Marketing & PR Manager and the Head Coach of the Women’s Volleyball team at Gwynedd Mercy University, Lauren Yancer embodies the spirit of her alma mater, proving that with passion and perseverance, one can indeed wear multiple hats. From First-Generation College Student to University Luminary Graduating from William Tennent High School in…
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Fresh Face of Conshy-based Daniel’s Restaurant and Bar Unveils New Menu and Upscale Ambiance
New leadership is taking the reins in Daniel’s Restaurant and Cocktail Bar in Conshohocken, with updated menus and an enhanced ambiance, writes Ed Williams for Main Line Today. The restaurant’s namesake, chef Daniel Brodeur, is no longer with the company. But the new owners, Kurt Benkurt and Annalise Long, with their several years of…
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Morrisville Couple Sells Pokémon Collection to Fund Home for Foster Teens
Morrisville resident Mel Kulenski, a dedicated social worker and foster parent, made the difficult decision to sell her cherished Pokémon collection to fund renovations for her inherited childhood home, writes Laura Hoover for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The sale fetched over $10,000, thanks to a rare, first-edition Charizard card. Mel, a Pokémon fan since the mid-1990s,…
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Lower Merion Township Announces $2.04 Million Cynwyd Spur Trail Extension Project
Lower Merion Township is taking a significant step forward with its plans to enhance outdoor recreation and community connectivity, writes Richard Ilgenfritz for Main Line Times & Suburban. A recent committee endorsement has paved the way for a $2.04 million contract with Driscoll Construction Company Inc., aimed at developing the Cynwyd Spur Trail Extension. …
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80-Year-Old Lansdale Basketball Player Overcomes Cancer, Eyes 2025 Senior Games Teammate
Eighty-year-old Lansdale resident Bruce Rubin is in search of a new teammate in shooting hoops, writes Jeff Neiburg for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The talented player is planning on representing the BUX-MONT Warriors at the National Senior Games in 2025, something he’s been participating in since 2009. Due to both his longtime teammates recovering…
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Former Bryn Mawr Resident to Sell Rare ‘Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji’ by Hokusai at Christie’s
Retired University of Pennsylvania professor and former Bryn Mawr resident Jitendra Singh is selling a complete collection from a revered Japanese printmaker, writes Geraldine Fabrikant for The New York Times. Singh was living in Bryn Mawr in 2013 when he bought his first woodblock print from the “Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji” collection by Katsushika…
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Doylestown’s Gourmet Food and Jewelry Shop Celebrates the Power of Women Entrepreneurs
A Doylestown gourmet food shop, cafe, and joint jewelry shop Wheat & Vine Provisions honors Women’s History Month with the power of female friendship, according to 6 ABC. Jessica Jackson shares the space with longtime jeweler Sarah Cornwell, who makes her creations on-site. When Sarah opened her jewelry shop a year ago, with…
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Montgomery County Community College’s New Food Recovery Program Aims to Tackle Food Waste and Insecurity
During the fall 2023 semester, Food Sustainability Fellow in the Hospitality Institute Jennifer Fanega, recorded 470 pounds of food being sent to landfills from the Culinary and Baking and Pastry arts programs on the Blue Bell Campus. “Food that was perfectly edible was being wasted,” said Karima Roepel, Director of the Hospitality Institute. “If the excess…
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Biblical Epic DANIEL Comes to Life on Sight & Sound Theatres’ Immersive Stage
Sight & Sound Theatres in Lancaster County has officially launched its years-in-the-making production of DANIEL. The 65-person-cast retells the biblical story – whose faith-filled hope triumphs over every adversity, from a fiery furnace to the infamous den of lions – in a unique immersive setting. Initially founded as a small theater 48 years ago,…
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