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Montgomery County Community College Board of Trustees Elects Officers for 2023
Montgomery County Community College’s Board of Trustees started the new year with the election of officers for the 2023 calendar year. During a public meeting on Jan. 30, the trustees elected: “It is my honor and privilege to serve another year as chair of Montco, and I look forward to continuing to work with the…
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Four Tips on How to ‘Quiet-Thrive’ in the Workplace
Quiet quitting was the workplace trend of 2022, and quiet hiring has been coined recently as the trend of 2023. But another silent fad is on the horizon, and it’s called ‘quiet thriving’, writes Fiona Ward for GLAMOUR Magazine UK. This term means shifting your mental state so that you can mentally check-in for your…
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Legal Matters: Three Tax Questions Every Divorced Person Needs to Ask
By Elizabeth Billies They say that there are only two things for certain in life: death and taxes. Well, maybe more like tax questions. Taxes present unique challenges for divorced or separated persons. You may be saying, challenges for divorced people? What else is new? I know, I know. However, the failure to answer these divorce…
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Wissahickon School District Delays Opening Feb. 13; Students Can Stay Up to Watch Super Bowl LVII
Wissahickon is among the Philadelphia area school districts that are delaying opening next Monday, owing to the Super Bowl. As the Birds face off Feb 12 against the Kansas City Chiefs in Glendale, Ariz., the game’s broadcast — and the wished-for, hoped-for, prayed-for local celebrations to follow — will most likely stretch into the night.…
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Gwynedd Mercy University Hosting Summer 2023 Programs
Gwynedd Mercy University, will be hosting summer programs for high school-aged students looking to explore their passions and experience what it’s like to be a college student. Programs will be led by GMercyU faculty with the assistance of current students. Attendees will utilize GMercyU’s state-of-the-art labs and facilities in Gwynedd Valley. The programs will run…
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Jenkintown Crossing Guard Cannot Mask Her Fandom for the Philadelphia Eagles
A Jenkintown crossing guard is giving a whole new meaning to the “Go Birds!” slogan. Shauna Rivera is on crosswalk duty at West Avenue, but she wants to bring some feathery fun while also keeping the streets safe. Rivera’s husband gave her the Eagles mascot Swoop head. This year she’s wearing it with her…
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4 Flexible Jobs Where You Work Solo
Are you sick of the 9-5 office job and want a change of pace? Do you find yourself more productive working without the distraction of your colleagues? A flexible job might be right for you. Here are some solo remote jobs to look out for, according to the website FlexJobs. Web Design Freelancing and…
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See Which Five Montco Elementary Schools Came Out on Top as Best in Pa. for 2023
Montgomery County is home to highly-ranked elementary schools. Niche recently released a list of the best public schools in the state for 2023. Here are the schools that made the list: #2 The Souderton Charter School Collaborative The Souderton Charter School Collaborative has 235 students in grades K–8. It also ranked first in best charter…
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Mobile IDs Could Be Coming to Pennsylvania
Pennsylvanians could soon get the option to use mobile IDs on their phones, writes Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Pennsylvania State Representative Dan Miller is planning on re-introducing legislation that would allow residents to download a digitized version of their state driver’s license using a phone app. Miller introduced this bill previously but it…
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How to Increase Your Chances of Getting a Job Offer
In the age of mass layoffs in industries such as tech and an imminent recession, it’s important to secure a position more than ever. Here are some ways to improve your chances of getting the job once you land that interview, according to the website GoBankingRates.com. Prepare Questions We all know that basic things,…
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For Republicans, Figuring Out Suburbs Key to Winning Elections
Pennsylvania is rated among the swing states by pundits, with Philadelphia and Pittsburgh standing as Democratic strongholds while rural Pennsylvania is almost exclusively Republican, writes Guy Ciarrocchi for Real Clear Pennsylvania. As a result, the critical battle is being waged in Philadelphia’s suburbs, which constitute around 22 percent of the Keystone State’s registered voters and…
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MCCC to Host Three-Day Presidential Symposium on Diversity, ‘Inspire Beyond Inclusion’
In the spirit of this year’s inclusive theme, Montgomery County Community College has expanded its annual Presidential Symposium on Diversity to a three-day extravaganza of activities – including a keynote presentation, book chat and workshops – to involve and inspire as many people as possible. The events are free and open to the community. The…
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Philadelphia Union Will Continue Rocking This Montco Brand on Team Jerseys
Representatives from Horsham-based Bimbo Bakeries USA are in talks regarding a sponsorship deal with long-time sports partner the Philadelphia Union. They will be reviewing the deal for the third time, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Since 2011, the major league soccer team has been rocking the Bimbo’s Bakeries logo on their jerseys…
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WCU, Cheyney Record Slight Increases in Typical Overall Costs
While expenses fell or remained the same at the majority of Pennsylvania state system universities due to the State System of Higher Education yearly tuition freeze, both Chester County-based schools saw slight increases in overall costs, writes Bill Schackner for the Pittsburgh Tribune. The fourth straight annual tuition freeze is a response to plummeting enrollment…
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High-Paying Jobs That Aren’t Behind a Desk
While remote work is all the rage, and office jobs are still the norm, some people want to escape being confined by four walls and a screen all day. Fortunately, there are jobs that don’t involve sitting at a desk for eight hours a day. According to GoBankingRates, a lot of these jobs pay six…
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North Wales Bed Bath & Beyond One of 87 to Shut Down as Store Nears Bankruptcy
It’s time to say “bye bye” to Bed Bath & Beyond. The home merchandise chain, known for its big blue 20 percent off coupons, is losing three locations in the Philadelphia area, including one store in North Wales. The closure is part of a larger nationwide shutdown of 87 sites. The company is also nixing…
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Three Ways to Handle Workplace Clashes
A healthy workplace fosters a happy environment. However, that’s not always the case, and sometimes interpersonal relationships with colleagues can take a lot of work. Common workplace clashes can include communication breakdowns, cultural clashes, and work style clashes writes Ali Walker for The Guardian. Here are ways to handle conflict with co-workers and perhaps…
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Gwynedd Mercy University’s Coach Mondillo Earns Historic 500th Win
Gwynedd Mercy University’s Women’s Basketball Head Coach Keith Mondillo notched his 500th career win with an 84–83 thrilling overtime victory over Immaculata University on, Jan. 28. This momentous victory is one earned by only 54 other coaches in the history of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III and places Mondillo 19th in wins among…
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