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Big Feats for Bigfoot, Latest Sighting Reported in Pennsylvania Woods
Bigfoot researchers are hailing the unusual findings of a former police officer deep in the Pennsylvania woods as the latest sighting of the mythical beast, writes Justin Heinze for Across Pennsylvania Patch. The man spotted large footprints with nearly four feet between them near the town of Indiana, around 50 miles northeast of Pittsburgh. “The…
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Five Things to Avoid in a Job Interview
A lot of career advice surrounding the interview process focuses on what to do. But what about things that you should absolutely avoid during a job interview? Here’s what to avoid, according to Forbes. Lacking company knowledge If you don’t have basic information about the company, it shows that you didn’t do your research,…
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Super Bowl LVII Ads: Entertainment Factor May Have Been Montco Viewers’ Only Fun
Despite the Eagles’ devastating loss on Sunday’s Super Bowl LVII, the iconic commercials made a positive impact on spectators. These advertisements pull out all the stops in the hunt to become trending topics, but their production and airing don’t come without a hefty price tag. Conshohocken-based MayoSeitz Media’s founder Ray Mayo says that in-game advertising…
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Texas-based Blue Bell Creameries’ Namesake Gives Montco Residents a Brain Freeze
Blue Bell Creameries is debuting a new flavor that brings the party to breakfast. WMBF News covered the sweet treat’s debut. The “I ❤ Cereal” ice cream flavor is fruity and toppled with confetti sprinkles. The vanilla base in this Valentine’s Day–appropriate dish represents the “milk,” and the sprinkles are the cereal. For Montgomery County…
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DeSales University Hosts February and March Info Sessions
2023 is the year to pursue educational aspirations. DeSales University’s upcoming information sessions allow prospective students the chance to pursue one of the 14 MBA concentrations, One Credit Courses and certificate options, or an MS in Business Analytics. The first no-obligation MBA info session is on Feb. 15 at 6 PM on Zoom. For an…
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Five Low Stress and (Mostly) High Paying Jobs
It’s no question that our full-time jobs can cause a great deal of stress. Here are the best low-stress (and some high-paying) jobs according to the website Career Sherpa. Massage Therapist Average salary: $43,000 Massage therapists help alleviate tension in your body, but the job itself is also in a low stress environment. Typically,…
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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College is taking applications for a new position. The part-time KEYS Clerk position is grant-funded and temporary. The selected applicant would be responsible for providing clerical, data entry, and scheduling for the KEYS program. The KEYS (Keystone Education Yields Success) program supports students in academic endeavors and provides assistance in fulfilling degrees…
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Willow Grove Native and Conservationist Loves More Than One Kind of Eagle
While Arizona is readying for The Birds to flock to the Super Bowl, the state has many eagles of their own. Members of the state’s Game and Fish Department keep watch over the bald eagles near the Tonto National Forest, writes Jessica Kartalija for CBS Philadelphia. One of them is a Willow Grove native Kyle…
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Former CEO Shares Thoughts on How Gov. Shapiro Can Boost State’s Innovation Economy
Jeff Marrazzo, the former CEO of Philadelphia-based Spark Therapeutics and a member of the innovation subcommittee of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s transition team, has several ideas on how Pennsylvania’s new governor can support the state’s innovation economy, particularly companies in biotechnology and life sciences. Harold Brubaker story in The Philadelphia Inquirer explained. As a first step,…
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How to Find Professional Happiness
In the age of quiet quitting, it can be hard to find a job that reflects your passions. The term “professional happiness” is subjective, writes John Peitzman for Entrepreneur. The way to find satisfaction in your 9-to-5 is to ask yourself the following questions, according to Peitzman: What do you like to do? Consider…
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Upper Merion High School Junior Is a Rising Football Star
An Upper Merion Area High School junior is a rising star in the varsity football world. Cyrus Palladino started playing football in seventh grade and has since earned many accolades and competed across the country. He competed at Kohl’s Eastern Winter Showcase in December, then got invited to the Future Stars Event, writes Ed…
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DeSales University to Host Free March Information Sessions
DeSales University is hosting free events in March for those who are eager to pursue their education. The university offers over 100 bachelor’s, graduate, and certificate options. Many of the degree programs can be completed virtually or in the evening. The virtual information sessions for potential students will be hosted by friendly academic advisors. There…
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Harry Kalas’s Bryn Mawr-Born Son Has ‘High Hopes’ for Album Evoking His Dad’s Memory
Broadcasting legend Harry Kalas’s iconic voice drove Philadelphia Phillies games for almost four decades. His son, Kane, of Bryn Mawr, is continuing his father’s vocal legacy by way of an 18-track album. High Hopes will include sports classics such as the Eagles’ fight song and throwbacks like “Take Me Out to the Ballgame,” reported Dave…
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Former Inquirer Chairman, Director of Upper Merion Printing Plant, Passes Away at 77
The former chairman and longtime publisher for The Philadelphia Inquirer, Robert J. Hall, has passed away at 77. His loss was chronicled by Gary Miles, correspondent at the paper to which he contributed so much. Hall led a long career in print. He also spent his time as a philanthropist and civic leader, serving on…
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Pennsylvanians Routinely Fail to Claim Millions in Lottery Prizes
Pennsylvania residents fail to claim an average of $17 million in Pennsylvania Lottery prize money each year, according to a staff report from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Last year’s tally was relatively low, with $8.2 million uncollected in prizes. In 2021, however, Pennsylvanians left $20.5 million on the table. From 2012–2021, the unclaimed annual average was…
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Six High-Paying Jobs for People Who Don’t Like Math
It seems that most high-paying positions available in the job market are in the STEM field and involve math skills. While that may be true, there are also plenty of jobs out there that require a minimal amount of math. Here are high-paying jobs for the less mathematical folks, according to Business Insider. Library…
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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College invites applications for its women’s soccer head coach opportunity. This position will be part-time and temporary. The head soccer coach is charged with the responsibility for planning, programming, directing, supervising, and implementing the duties and functions of the individual sports program. The selected applicant must work closely with all others involved…
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Five Tips for Job Seekers in 2023
It’s the second month of the new year, and now’s the time to work on your career resolutions, if you haven’t already. That can mean asking for a promotion, honing your skills, or pursuing a new position entirely. If you’re of the latter group, here are some tips for landing a job according to the…
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