• Gwynedd Mercy University to Host 16th Annual Autism Conference

    Gwynedd Mercy University to Host 16th Annual Autism Conference

    Gwynedd Mercy University will be hosting its 16th Annual Autism Conference on April 1, organized by the college’s Autism Institute. GMercyU’s Autism Institute is dedicated to assisting the community in identifying and providing for its needs. The Autism Conference at the college’s Sumneytown Pike campus in Gwynedd Valley will consist of approximately 30 workshops, each…

  • Montco Brand Has International Reach, But Owner Wants Foothold in Philly

    Montco Brand Has International Reach, But Owner Wants Foothold in Philly

    Montgomery County business owner Nikki Henry was looking at a Kate Spade bag when inspiration struck. Despite not having a fashion background or even knowing how to sew, Henry knew immediately that it was her calling to start a handbag brand, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia Business Journal.   At first, she shut the…

  • Four High-Paying Side-Hustles for Students 2023

    Four High-Paying Side-Hustles for Students 2023

    College is an important time for educational and professional development. But bills don’t pay themselves, and being a full-time student is hard to juggle with a well-paying job. Here are some side high-paying side hustles for students in 2023, according to GoBankingRates.com.  Babysitter  Average rate: $17.68 per/hour   Are you good with kids and have…

  • MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    Montgomery County Community College is inviting applications for the Part-time Recovery Specialist position. The Part-time Recovery Specialist will provide support services, mentorship,and advocacy for persons in recovery from a substance use disorder or who are contemplating the recovery process. This individual will facilitate weekly recovery support groups for Montco studentscampus-wide. It will be essential for…

  • Norristown-Raised Basketball Player Shows On- and Off-Court Agility

    Norristown-Raised Basketball Player Shows On- and Off-Court Agility

    Norristown’s Donta Scott is all about being adaptable. “Life is going to change how it wants to,” Scott told the Baltimore Sun in a story picked up by online publisher ArcaMax. “You just want to be the type of person that can adapt to your environment.”  It’s a wise outlook coming from a 22-year-old University…

  • Abington Firefighter’s Love of Community Fuels Her Passion

    Abington Firefighter’s Love of Community Fuels Her Passion

    Montgomery County firefighter Jennifer Kingsberry is a trailblazer. She’s one of few female firefighter volunteers within the Abington Township Fire Department (ATFD). Leza Raffel profiled her for the Abington Patch.   Kingsberry balances her public-safety duty with a respiratory therapist career and a family life that has her parenting two daughters with her husband, Sean.…

  • Get Psyched at Gwynedd Mercy’s Mental Health, Human Development, and Personality Summer Program

    Get Psyched at Gwynedd Mercy’s Mental Health, Human Development, and Personality Summer Program

    The human mind is one of the most complex and fascinating things on the planet. During a week-long Gwynedd Mercy University program, high-school students will dig deep into understanding why people do what they do and learn how to support them in their personal, academic, and professional actions. The GMercyU “Get Psyched” program is designed…

  • Grammy, Emmy Winners Among New MCCC Advisory Board

    Grammy, Emmy Winners Among New MCCC Advisory Board

    From a Grammy-award winning musician to a former six-term U.S. Congressman, the talented new members of the Technology/Mass Media Studies and Production Advisory Board at Montgomery County Community College are a talented bunch. This high-profile group met for the first time recently, said SRT and MSP Director David Ivory, a Grammy-nominated engineer and lead member of the Philadelphia…

  • Five Ways the Pandemic Changed Workplaces Forever

    Five Ways the Pandemic Changed Workplaces Forever

    It’s been three years since the COVID-19 pandemic hit the U.S. and changed the world as we know it. Politics, travel, sports, entertainment and social relationships saw a massive shift, and the workplace was not exempt from it. While some offices might be going “back to normal” after three years, there are some practices that…

  • Sports Media Industry Trailblazer Joins Conshohocken’s SportsDATAIO

    Sports Media Industry Trailblazer Joins Conshohocken’s SportsDATAIO

    Conshohocken’s SportsDataIO has new leadership in its role as statistical analysis provider. The company’s technology parses results of tens of thousands of competitive events for global clients. Industry veteran Greg Kirkorsky will be joining the team as the Chief Commercial Officer, with a résumé of over 25 years’ experience in the sports media world. TMCNet reported…

  • Lansdale’s Lady Crusaders Make History, Earn Philadelphia Catholic League Title

    Lansdale’s Lady Crusaders Make History, Earn Philadelphia Catholic League Title

    The Lady Crusaders of Lansdale Catholic came out on top in a historic Feb. 27 game at the Palestra, winning 50–47 against Archbishop Wood. This earned the school its first Philadelphia Catholic League title, wrote Aaron Carter for The Philadelphia Inquirer.   The sold-out crowd watched the Crusaders break the tie with wood after a…

  • Five Phrases to Avoid in a Six-Figure Job Interview

    Five Phrases to Avoid in a Six-Figure Job Interview

    Job interviews are an important part of the hiring process, and how you present yourself can really make or break the potential employer’s impression of you. The stakes are higher for a six-figure job. Here are phrases you should avoid according to career coach Natalie Fisher.   “I’m an excellent communicator”   While employers value…

  • Average Home Sales Price in Philly Region Continues to Drop

    Average Home Sales Price in Philly Region Continues to Drop

    Homebuyers in the Philadelphia region can finally breathe a little easier as the metro area’s home sales price went down four percent in January, compared with the same month last year, to $240,000. Isaac Avilucea and Mike D’Onofrio reported the trend for Axios. January prices fell 6.7 percent from December. Any relief is welcome, considering…

  • Gwynedd Mercy University to Host Future Teachers Summer Program

    Gwynedd Mercy University to Host Future Teachers Summer Program

    Gwynedd Mercy University has the perfect program for high schoolers who dream about becoming a teacher. Gwynedd Mercy University’s Future Teachers Summer Program will introduce them to the tools, techniques, and mindsets that make up today’s most successful educators. GMercyU’s experienced educators will lead students through hands-on activities and role-playing exercises as they join other…

  • Five Fun Companies Hiring for Remote Positions

    Five Fun Companies Hiring for Remote Positions

    Finding satisfaction on the job can be challenging, and learning to have fun is even more difficult. Here are companies that offer fun, uplifting remote jobs.   Kickstarter  Crowdfunding platform Kickstarter gives creators a chance to receive funding for their projects. It offers full-time remote positions around the country. Open positions include comics outreach, senior…

  • Bala Cynwyd Woman Raps on Rare Disease  

    Bala Cynwyd Woman Raps on Rare Disease  

    A Bala Cynwyd woman turned her battle with a rare disease into a creative outlet. 6abc reported her lyric escape from her health condition. Romy Braunstein was misdiagnosed with MS in 2001. Throughout her 35 years of work in radio, Braunstein dealt with unexplained symptoms such as falls, difficulty walking, and chronic fatigue.   She…

  • Espresso Martini Machine Has Montco Bar Scene in High Spirits

    Espresso Martini Machine Has Montco Bar Scene in High Spirits

    A new machine is coming to Montgomery County bars that fuel caffeine addicts and gives even the most skilled mixologists relief. The Philadelphia Inqiuirer poured forth its details. The technological wonder automatically dispenses espresso martinis. Its capability saves bartenders from the grueling task of preparing the necessary coffee and shaking and straining to attain the…

  • Five Tips to Take Your Career to the Next Level in 2023 

    Five Tips to Take Your Career to the Next Level in 2023 

    While reaching career goals in the age of inflation and The Great Resignation can feel insurmountable, it’s certainly not impossible. Experts recommend that career advancers make small, consistent changes every day. Here are five tips to meet your career goals, according to GoBankingRates.com.   Mentorship  Having a trusted mentor who can provide you with guidance…