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Montgomery County Community College launches New MontcoWorks Apprenticeship Program for IT for 2024
Montgomery County Community College is starting its new MontcoWorks Apprenticeship Program for Information Technology (MAP IT @ Montco) for the upcoming spring 2024 semester. MCCC developed the 18-month apprenticeship program to address the unique needs of both students and businesses in Montgomery County and the surrounding region. “We see this as a win-win situation that…
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Delaware Valley University’s Duke Greco Steps Down as Head Football Coach to Pursue Same Role at West Chester University
Delaware Valley University head football coach Duke Greco announced his resignation from the university on Wednesday morning after accepting the same position at Division II West Chester University. Greco was named the head coach of his alma mater before the 2014 season after serving as an assistant coach since 2003. He was named the offensive…
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Harcum College Hosts Dental Expo 2024 for Dental Professionals
A full day of affordable professional development is available to to those who operate or are employed by dental practices and clinics on Saturday, March 9, at Harcum College in Bryn Mawr. The 16th Annual Dental Expo at Harcum College offers dentists, dental office managers, dental assistants, Expanded Function Dental Assistants (EFDAs), dental hygienists, current…
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Fire and Frost Fun Festival Lights Up Peddler’s Village with Ice Sculptures and Fiery Performances
Fire and Frost Festival has returned to Peddler’s Village with its many amazing ice sculptures and fascinating fire-spinning performances, writes Bryanna Gallagher for 6 ABC. The popular festival made its 2024 debut fittingly on a very cold night. In the village, the cobblestones are already lined with dozens of ice sculptures. Many families showed up…
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Bella Hadid Spotted Shopping at New Hope’s Ditto Vintage
New Hope’s Ditto Vintage is getting the star treatment, thanks to supermodel Bella Hadid, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Shop owner Jessica Schuyler was surprised when Hadid, her favorite fashion icon, came into her store last October. Schuyler has been following her for years and tells the Bucks County…
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DelVal and Penn State Abington Partner to Offer Pathway to Criminal Justice Careers
Delaware Valley University and Penn State Abington announced today that they have reached an agreement to create a “4 + 1 Pathway Program.” This program will allow undergraduate criminal justice majors at Penn State Abington to start graduate coursework (up to 9 credits) at nearby DelVal in Doylestown during their senior year at Penn State…
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Bucks County’s Mike Daley is the Man Behind America’s Grandest Private Whiskey Collection
Mike Daley, a Bucks County resident and multi-millionaire, possesses one of the largest private whiskey collections in the United States, writes Brad Japhne for Food & Wine. His expansive estate, however, is running out of space to showcase his several thousand bottles of scotch, American, and Irish whiskies. To cope, Daley has resorted…
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Swords to Plowshares’ Sculpture Dedicated at Delaware Valley University
Delaware Valley University recently unveiled a new sculpture by internationally recognized artist Steve Tobin, an homage to veterans that beautifies the landscape in the university’s Garden of Optimism. Entitled “Swords to Plowshares,” the sculpture was donated by Sam and Max Wechsler, and dedicated in the name of their father Jay Wechsler, a U.S. Navy veteran who…
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Neshaminy Mall to Host Job Fair with More Than 300 Openings
Neshaminy Mall is ringing in the new year with a wealth of opportunities for Bucks County job seekers, according to The Reporter. On Jan. 17, the Bucks County New Year Job Fair will feature over three hundred jobs across a variety of fields, including healthcare, and education, including exhibitors from Jefferson Health, Pennswood Village, the…
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Penn State Abington Student-Athletes Partner with Nonprofit to ‘Adopt’ Family
Members of the Penn State Abington Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) continued their annual tradition of collaborating with the Breathing Room Foundation to purchase gifts for a family struggling with cancer. This year, they “adopted” a family from Jamaica whose young son is being treated at an area hospital and wrapped their gifts during a party in the Athletic Building. More…
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With Locally Sourced Ingredients and Mini Baked Goods, The Farm Bakery & Events in Quakertown is Considered Pennsylvania’s Top Bakery
The Farm Bakery & Events in Quakertown is considered one of Pennsylvania’s best bakeries, according to The Keystone. This bakery can be found at “The Farm,” a family-owned marketplace and events venue. It stems from the Meyers Family Restaurant which served Pennsylvania Dutch fare to Quakertown for fifty years. It aims to provide “sweet…
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Mustangs eSports Team at Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) Wins Rocket League National Championship
Before a crowd of more than 50 people watching inside College Hall on Blue Bell Campus, the Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) Mustangs eSports Rocket League team capped an undefeated season with a win in the online National Junior Collegiate Athletic Association Esports (NJCAAE) championship. The 4-3 victory earlier last month was over the Wolfpack…
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Newly Engaged Couples Invited to Normandy Farm’s Exclusive One-Stop-Shop Open House
Newly engaged couples have a unique opportunity to simplify their wedding planning process at Normandy Farm’s upcoming One-Stop-Shop Open House. This exclusive event, open only to new bookings, will be held on Sunday, January 14th, from 1-3PM. The open house aims to make decision-making both stress-free and convenient. Attendees will have the chance to tour…
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Kids Read to Pets in Bensalem as Part of Women’s Animal Center’s Unique Approach to Boost Literacy
Women’s Animal Center in Bensalem is bringing back a pre-COVID program that helps children and furry friends fall in love with reading, reports Sheila Watko for NBC 10. Story Tails allows children who are on the shyer side to practice their reading to shelter pets. Kids feel that the animals won’t judge them if…
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How Rockette Taylor Shimko Balances Life in Yardley with the Dazzle of Radio City Music Hall
In 2010, at 18 years old, Yardley’s Taylor Shimko took a bold step skipping class at Ewing High School to audition for the iconic Rockettes, writes Bedatri D. Choudhury for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Today, she is a vital part of the company renowned for its breathtaking “Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes.” Raised…
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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College is seeking potential candidates for the Part-time TRIO Upward Bound Literature and English, Non-Credit Trainer position. The Upward Bound Program is looking for a creative, energetic, and enthusiastic trainers interested in a fixed-term, summer teaching opportunity at the Central campus in Blue Bell. Upward Bound is a college preparatory program designed…
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Lower Makefield First Responder Steve Markle Shines as World-Class Pool Player
A Lower Makefield Township first responder has something up his sleeve, and it includes a lifelong passion for pool, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6 ABC. A police officer by day, and “Philly Flash” by night, Steve Markle has had a lifelong passion for the game. He’s earned the moniker for his speediness while playing.…
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Montgomery County Community College Celebrates 44 Nursing Graduates During Pinning Ceremony
Montgomery County Community College commemorated the graduation of 44 nursing students with a special pinning ceremony held on Dec. 14 at the Blue Bell Campus. MCCC Dean of Health Sciences Cheryl DiLanzo warmly welcomed the families and friends that filled the community room in College Hall to attend the milestone event, while many others watched…
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