• Montgomery County Community College Unveils Renovated Science Center, Including Redesigned Theater

    Montgomery County Community College Unveils Renovated Science Center, Including Redesigned Theater

    Montgomery County Community College today announced the re-opening of the Science Center on its Blue Bell Campus. Renovated and modernized over a period of four years, the 118,689-square-foot building houses MCCC’s science, engineering and mathematics programs, as well as a state-of-the-art, 563-seat theater. The theater is the centerpiece of the recently launched Montco Cultural Center,…

  • Job Security in the AI Age: How Upskilling Can Safeguard Your Future 

    Job Security in the AI Age: How Upskilling Can Safeguard Your Future 

    Job security in the age of AI hinges on adaptability and skill enhancement writes Dr. John Mitchell for Forbes.   The World Economic Forum’s 2020 report indicates that by 2025, AI will displace 85 million jobs but spawn 97 million new ones across 26 countries, signaling that flexibility and upskilling are paramount.  Upskilling: The Modern…

  • Conshohocken’s Yaniv Aronson Recognized as 2023 Pennsylvania Mayor of the Year  

    Conshohocken’s Yaniv Aronson Recognized as 2023 Pennsylvania Mayor of the Year  

    Conshohocken Mayor Yaniv Aronson is leading by example in The Keystone State. The father, husband, and professor of communications at Montgomery County Community College, has been recognized by the Pennsylvania State Mayors’ Association as the 2023 Pennsylvania Mayor of the Year, writes M. English for The Times Herald.   However, Aronson credits his hard-working borough…

  • How the Rise of Flexible Work is Transforming Modern Lifestyles

    How the Rise of Flexible Work is Transforming Modern Lifestyles

    The traditional 9-to-5 job model is being challenged as flexible work opportunities rise, writes Kira Caban for Newsweek.   Unlike the predictability of regular jobs, flexible work offers individuals the chance to craft their schedules around personal commitments, whether it’s classes, childcare, or other responsibilities. This adaptability isn’t limited to just hours; it extends to…

  • From The Vet to the Verse: This Northeast Philly Sports Fan Writes Poetry for his Favorite Teams

    From The Vet to the Verse: This Northeast Philly Sports Fan Writes Poetry for his Favorite Teams

    Sixty-two-year-old Glenn Laveson, a lifelong sports fan from Northeast Philadelphia, channels his fervor for Philadelphia sports into poetic expressions, writes Dave Uram for KYW Newsradio. Laveson reminisces about the days when his father introduced him to the world of Philadelphia sports, taking him to The Vet to witness Steve Carlton’s pitching prowess. This early exposure,…

  • The Washington Post Ranks Pizza From Two Chester County Joints Among Best Pizzas in Pennsylvania

    The Washington Post Ranks Pizza From Two Chester County Joints Among Best Pizzas in Pennsylvania

    Although regional pizza styles, such as Detroit or Sicilian-style pizza are named after their place of origin, they can be found anywhere in the states, write Dylan Moriarty, Andrew Van Dam, Amanda Finnegan, and Gabe Hiatt for The Washington Post.   The Washington Post analyzed 7.5 million Yelp reviews to determine the best regional pizza…

  • Phillies Slugger Pat Burrell’s Former Center City Penthouse Hits Market Again, Price Drops By Over a Million

    Phillies Slugger Pat Burrell’s Former Center City Penthouse Hits Market Again, Price Drops By Over a Million

    A penthouse in Center City previously owned by former Philadelphia Phillies slugger Pat Burrell is once again up for sale at another reduced price, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The home at 1601 Locust Street is being offered for $3.25 million. It was listed in March 2022 for $4.299 million and reduced…

  • Bala Cynwyd-Based Velocity Venture Partners Expands Influence in New Jersey

    Bala Cynwyd-Based Velocity Venture Partners Expands Influence in New Jersey

    A Bala Cynwyd-based company is expanding its reach further into New Jersey with the $12.1 million purchase of a 195,000 square foot “Class B” industrial building, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal.   Velocity Venture Partners bought the Lawrenceville building from pharmacuetical company Aurobindo. The Bala Cynwyd-based company’s 195 building portfolio spans 9…

  • Major Interview Red Flag: What’s Turning Off 65 Percent of Potential Employees?

    Major Interview Red Flag: What’s Turning Off 65 Percent of Potential Employees?

     Recognizing a toxic workplace might seem challenging, but attentive candidates can often spot an “interview red flag” as a warning sign during the process, writes Morgan Smith for CNBC Make it.  A recent survey by Monster, which included over 6,000 participants, highlighted a significant concern: 65 percent of job seekers believe that undergoing more than…

  • Resume Tips for Securing Your Next Promotion and Showcasing Your Professional Journey

    Resume Tips for Securing Your Next Promotion and Showcasing Your Professional Journey

    Your resume serves as a testament to your professional journey, writes Kimberly Zhang for Entrepreneur. When considering resume tips for a promotion, focus on your leadership experiences, adaptability, and continuous growth.  Starting with a compelling summary can set the tone. This summary should encapsulate your career trajectory, emphasizing key leadership roles and showcasing your growth…

  • MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    Montgomery County Community College is seeking applicants for a Part-Time Production Electrician and Programmer. The selected candidate will lead the in-house interns in the areas ofproduction electrics and light board programming. They are responsible for implementing the lighting design of the Lively Arts Resident Light Designer and will assist in the smooth technical setup and…

  • Two Montgomery County Properties Made the Top 25 Most Expensive Home Sales

    Two Montgomery County Properties Made the Top 25 Most Expensive Home Sales

    Two Montgomery County properties made the top 25 most expensive home sales within the Philadelphia metro area. Home sales may have decreased but the prices have skyrocketed, writes Todd Romero for the Philadelphia Business Journal.   Based on data from Bright MLS, the collective sales among all properties totaled $149.56 million. A North Wales property was…

  • The Philadelphia Inquirer Uses This Montgomery County School District to Determine if Others are Underfunded  

    The Philadelphia Inquirer Uses This Montgomery County School District to Determine if Others are Underfunded  

    The Philadelphia Inquirer has a new way of measuring which school districts in The Keystone State are underfunded, and it involves Methacton in Montgomery County.   The article uses Methacton School District in Montgomery County’s funding to compare with others in the Philadelphia region.  Readers can plug in their local school district to see how…

  • Family Fun in Store as MCCC Hosts Whitpain Community Festival

    Family Fun in Store as MCCC Hosts Whitpain Community Festival

    Families in search of some early fall fun can look no further as Whitpain Township and Montgomery County Community College are hosting the annual Whitpain Community Festival on Saturday, Sept. 30, at noon on MCCC’s Blue Bell Campus. The free event, open to the public, kicks off Friday evening, Sept. 29, from 5:30 to 8…

  • From Stuck to Success: Strategies to Navigate the Mid-Career Plateau 

    From Stuck to Success: Strategies to Navigate the Mid-Career Plateau 

    The mid-career plateau is often marked by feelings of stagnation. However, with introspection and strategy, this period can be a springboard to renewed career vigor, writes Caroline Ceniza-Levine for Forbes.   Central to overcoming this plateau is understanding one’s career aspirations. Is it a leadership role, challenging projects, or a better work-life balance? Identifying these…

  • Phoenixville’s Transportation Projects Pave the Way for a Walkable Future

    Phoenixville’s Transportation Projects Pave the Way for a Walkable Future

    In the borough’s efforts to become a fifteen-minute, walkable town, Phoenixville is kickstarting two major transportation construction projects that improve pedestrian safety, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY.  The first project includes a $849,775 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to revitalize Mowere Road. The total project will cost $1.4 million to reconstruct the road…

  • Blu Bear Studios Brings Hollywood Touch to Norristown Warehouse

    Blu Bear Studios Brings Hollywood Touch to Norristown Warehouse

    In the heart of Norristown, on Lafayette Street, is a former warehouse that has been reborn as Blu Bear Studios, a state-of-the-art film production space. The man behind this transformation is self-proclaimed movie buff and serial entrepreneur, Matt Tranguch, writes Rachel Ravina for The Times Herald.   Harrisburg-based Tranguch is no stranger to the entertainment scene.…

  • Workplace Wellness and the Importance of Employee Mental Health

    Workplace Wellness and the Importance of Employee Mental Health

    The importance of employee mental health is a prevailing issue, and many people often sideline their emotional well-being for the sake of their work, writes Jason Zickerman for Entrepreneur Magazine. However, being successful while also having a sound mind can exist in tandem with each other.  Dr. Martin Seligman, a leading figure in positive psychology…