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Local Jacobethan Estate Needs a Buyer to ‘Bring It to the 21st Century’
A century-old “Jacobethan” Chestnut Hill estate is on the market. Listing at $1.5 million, the realtors are looking for a buyer who can modernize parts of the property at 8700 Seminole Street. This 9,000-square-foot home, built in 1909 in the style of King James VI and Queen Elizabeth I (hence the portmanteau Jacobethan), was once…
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Wall Street Journal: Boutique in Bryn Mawr Could Hop on Navel-Gazing Bandwagon
Kirna Zabête, a boutique in Bryn Mawr, could be cashing in on the latest trend in fashion, and it may involve a taboo style. The diamond belly dress is making its rounds on the Red Carpet, with the likes of the Hadid supermodel sister duo, Euphoria actress Alexa Demie, and model and entrepreneur Lori Harvey,…
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Four Side Hustles for When You Don’t Have A Lot of Free Time
In the age of inflation and a looming recession, making extra cash can be a lifesaver. However, with 9-5 jobs and double shifts, not everyone has time for a second job. But there are plenty of side hustles that only take a few hours a week, perfect for someone with a demanding job. Here are…
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MCCC Joins National Cohort to Offer Incremental Credentialing
In and beyond the classroom, people learn and acquire knowledge and skills that are valuable in the workplace but are not necessarily recognized by a formal degree. Formerly known as soft skills, these power skills, include critical thinking, problem-solving, digital and financial literacy, leadership, and teamwork, among others. Credential As You Go is an initiative…
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Five Tips on How to Land a High Paying Remote Job
Remote work is all the rage right now, and there are some positions that can help you make bank. Researching these roles might require some effort, and the first step should be assessing your financial situation to figure out a salary range that works for you, writes Kimberli Lowe-MacAuley for FlexJobs.com. Here are some tips…
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Ambler-Based Columnist Weighs in on Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex
Katie McMahon, an Ambler columnist for the Loyola Marymount University newspaper, has some thoughts on the world’s favorite royals who are taking the media by storm. Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, have made headlines over the past few years. They came forward about racism that Meghan asserts she has endured from the public…
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New Year, New Career? Pursue Your Graduate Degree at GMercyU in Gwynedd Valley
Are you looking to start a new career path or advance your career? Gwynedd Mercy University in Gwynedd Valley has a variety of graduate programs to fit your needs. Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) GMercyU’s MSOT program is designed to prepare compassionate, confident, and skilled professionals for a career in Occupational Therapy. The…
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Legal Matters: Injured at Work? Get the Benefits You’ve Earned
By: Jonathan Young If you are injured on the job or sustain a work-related illness, you have recourse. The Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act mandates that insurance benefits be paid for your medical expenses. Moreover, if you are unable to work, you are to be compensated for any wage loss due to your injury. While Workers’ Compensation insurance…
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MCCC’s ‘Racism in America’ Series Return Targets Race, Class, and Gender Oppression
Montgomery County Community College and its Arts and Culture office announce the return of the Richard K. Bennett Distinguished Lectureship for Social Peace and Justice Series presentation “Racism in America,” for its third season. The three-session virtual series begins Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 12:30 PM. This year it will focus on the intersectionality of race,…
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MCCC Receives $100,000 in Federal Funding to Help Launch its Early College Academy Pilot Program
Montgomery County Community College will kick-off the new year with funding to support a pilot program to help students earn college credits while still in high school. The Montco Early College Academy recently received federal funding in the amount of $100,000 through Congresswoman Madeleine Dean’s fiscal year 2023 request for community projects. The funding will sponsor…
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Penn State Great Valley to Host Archeological Discussion on Jan. 24
Penn State Great Valley in Malvern will host “Stories Bones Tell: Philly’s First Baptist Church Burial Ground Project” at 7 PM on Jan. 24 in the campus’ Conference Center. Archeologist Kimberlee Moran, director of forensic science and associate teaching professor at Rutgers University–Camden, and her colleagues with the Arch Street Project are using clues from…
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IKEA’s 2023 Life at Home Report: 61 Percent of People Worldwide Share Three Specific Worries
Conshohocken’s IKEA released its ninth annual “Life at Home Report,” which included survey results from consumers who voiced their household concerns. More than 37,000 individuals in 37 different countries responded, reported Vicky Jarrett for Furniture Today. The data illustrate various pain points of a universal nature. More than half of respondents (61 percent) had concerns…
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After 35 Years of Service, Hatboro Fire Chief Pete Croak Is Hanging Up His Helmet
After nearly 35 years of outstanding service and leadership, personal sacrifice, and dedication, Hatboro fire chief Pete Croak is retiring, reported Dino Ciliberti for The Hatboro-Horsham Patch. Colleagues and fellow volunteers recall that Croak was always the “first on the scene of a fire.” “This is all volunteer time,” officials said. “This was…
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Montco Sees Major Jump in All-Cash Home Purchases
Montgomery County is topping the list of places that have seen the most increases in all-cash house purchases, according to Redfin. Between October 2021 and October 2022, 31.2 percent of homebuyers paid in all cash. This is a jump from 22.7 percent. Nationally, roughly one-third of home purchases were paid for in cash this…
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Six Surprising and Unique Remote Jobs
When it comes to remote work, IT, journalism, or marketing position might come to mind. But there are many more positions available in industries than one would least expect. Here are six surprising work-from-home positions, according to FlexJobs.com. Endangered Species Conservation Biologist Those who are passionate about the environment and have a knack for biology…
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Five Remote Jobs that Pay Over $100K
Remote work is in high demand due to a flexible work environment and a more balanced lifestyle. You can save the cost of commuting or take-outs when you work remotely. But there’s also another perk, some remote positions are offering six figures. Here are five remote positions that pay $100K or more according to the website…
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DeSales University to Host Virtual Info Sessions January, February
Pursuing your educational dream is not the kind of decision you can make on a whim. DeSales University, a private Catholic university in Center Valley, offers 100+ bachelor’s, graduate, and certificate options, wholeheartedly encouraging self-knowledge and exploration. Many degrees are available online or during evening hours. Here is a comprehensive list of our upcoming, no-obligation,…
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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College invites applications for the Director of Advisingposition at Blue Bell. The Director works in collaboration with the Associate Vice President for Student Services to support the vision, philosophy, and delivery of innovative and integrated student services through academic advising services. The selected applicant would be responsible for direct supervision of academic…
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