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East Norriton-Based Life Coach Authors Book on How to Be ‘Selfish’
An East Norriton woman is encouraging people to be more selfish, but not in the way one might think. Meghan Weisheipl was an overachiever all her life. She was a star basketball player in high school, grew up to be a winner of the Best Overall Professional Model in 2000, became a branch manager at a mortgage…
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One of America’s Most Influential Women Lives Nearby
A Downingtown counselor, minister, martial artist, and author is adding another honor to her collection of accolades. Dr. Linda Morel is being spotlighted as one of America’s Most Influential Women by the International Association of Who’s Who for her achievements in trauma counseling. Morel’s educate is quite extensive. She has a Doctorate in Spiritual Science…
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Abington Native Worked at His Iconic Jersey Shore Diner Since He Was 14. He’s Now Ready to Shut Its Doors
A Long Beach Island restauranteur who grew up in Abington will be hanging up his spatula, as his iconic retro diner shuts its doors later this year. Mustache Bill’s has been operating for 52 years, serving up popular eats for residents and tourists of the Jersey Shore. The property is now listed for $3.65 million,…
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History-Making Cheltenham Native on Cusp of Blazing Another Trail in Philadelphia
Cheltenham-raised Rue Landau is on her way to securing her seat as Philadelphia’s first openly LGBTQ City Council member. Landau was one of five nominated for an at-large seat on the City Council in Tuesday’s state primaries, finishing third in a 27-candidate race, writes Max Marin for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “We’ve had LGBTQ Council people…
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Remote Companies That Offer Vacation Time
In today’s fast-paced work environment, every employee deserves to take a break. However, not all companies may offer the benefits you need to take a sun-soaked vacation. Here are remote companies that also offer vacation time, according to FlexJobs. Evernote Evernote is a widely used note-taking and task management app. It provides employees a…
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Nottingham Winery’s Grapes Produce Best-Selling Wines in Pennsylvania
A Nottingham vineyard’s best-selling wine has a not-so-secret ingredient. Carmine grapes, which are also grown in Mifflin and Northumberland Counties, are the special sauce for Wayvine Winery & Vineyard, run by brothers Zach and James Wilson, writes Paul Vigna for Penn Live. Carmine is a cross between Cabernet Sauvignon and Carignane and then crossed again…
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At 97, Legendary MLB Player Returns to Pottstown High School to Throw First Pitch
A legendary Major League Baseball player headed back to his old stomping grounds in Pottstown at the ripe age of 97 years old. Bobby Shantz has years of athletic accolades to brag about. He’s played 16 seasons with teams such as the Philadelphia Phillies and the New York Yankees. He was also voted the…
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U.S. News & World Report’s Best States Rankings Shine a Light on What Plagues Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has some ground to make up if it wants to close the gap between it and the so-called best states in the nation, according to a new ranking recently published by U.S. News & World Report. The Best States rankings measured how well states are performing for their citizens by looking at several key…
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High-Paying Freelance Gigs for New Graduates
As the class of 2023 gets their diplomas and degrees, entering today’s job market can seem daunting. However, there is an ample amount of high-paying freelance jobs available for new graduates. Here are some high-paying freelance gigs, according to CNBC. AI This field is taking over multiple industries. The best way to harness the…
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Serb Pharmaceuticals Plans to Hire Employees at West Conshohocken HQ
Serb Pharmaceuticals plans to bring jobs to Montgomery County. The Belgium-based company acquired the rights to a blood-clotting reversal drug after the previous developer, PhaseBio was sued. The company plans to onboard 100 employees this year, with a substantial number of them in its West Conshohocken office. Serb was created after three companies,…
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Harcum College Offers Affordable Dental Services, Free Care for Children & Teens
The Abram and Goldie Cohen Dental Center at Harcum College provides a wide range of expert dental hygiene services to the public at affordable prices. The state-of-the-art, 16-chair clinical facility is equipped with radiology rooms, Panorex (a 360-degree dental x-ray machine), a computer lab, and a classroom. The Cohen Dental Center offers free dental exams…
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What a Dream Job Looks Like in 2023
As the world changes, so does the workforce. Workplaces ten, even five years ago look completely different than today. As a result, the quintessential “dream job” may look different too. Here’s what a dream job looks like in 2023. Competitive Pay and Benefits A salary that allows one to live comfortably is a must,…
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Normandy Farm Hotel Reveals Grand Opening of $5 Million Dollar Rebuild of Historic Carriage House
Normandy Farm has re-opened the all-new Carriage House building, two and a half years after a devastating fire caused substantial damage. The contemporary Carriage House has been reconstructed from the ground up and features 21 hotel suites spanning over 18,268 square feet and three stories. The expansion includes 12 additional guest rooms, bringing the overall…
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The Hooters Makes Grand Return to Ardmore Music Hall
An esteemed Philadelphia rock and ska band had a full circle moment at Ardmore Music Hall ahead of its ten-year anniversary. A decade ago, The Hooters played opening weekend for the venue. This past weekend, the band played three sold-out shows. It was a celebration for not only the venue, but also for the…
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Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board to Use Cloud Technology to Oversee Venues That Include Its 22 Montgomery County State Stores
Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board has decided to implement a cloud migration project to transfer its operations to Oracle’s cloud-based financial and supply chain solutions to help it navigate major changes in both its business model and customer expectations, writes Oracle. The technology will be used at all state stores that continue to operate in the…
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In-Demand Remote Jobs for Class of 2023
If you just got your degree, you might be facing some tough competition among your fellow graduates in the job market. Here are the most in-demand remote jobs for the Class of 2023, according to GoBankingRates.com Administrative Assistant Average Annual Salary: $39,680 This entry-level position provides support in the office. This role is responsible…
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Hatfield Mother and Son Find Sweet Success in Baklava Bakery, Using Recipe from ‘Yia Yia’ (Grandmom)
A family business, far from a flaky idea, has a Montgomery County mother and son launching a Hatfield venture. Yia Yia’s Baklava celebrates the tradition of Greek culture and honors Christine and Dimitri Samaras’ ancestry. Yia Yia is a Greek term of endearment for grandmother, someone who Christine credits for the scrumptious baklava. The dessert’s…
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Officials Seek Input on Norristown Community Facilities Project
Montgomery County officials are holding meetings and conducting surveys with the community to best assess how to spend the $7 million federal COVID-19 relief dollars. The money is part of the American Rescue Plan to fund the Norristown Community Facilities Project. A May 10 session with the community touched upon using the money for…
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