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Archaeology Student Unearths Valley Forge Bayonet Stash, Writes Dissertation
When the Continental Army packed up Valley Forge and headed on toward victory, a stash of bayonets was left behind. Almost 250 years later, a group of archaeologists was also about to pack up and head out, but this time they didn’t leave the bayonets behind. The rare historical find almost three years ago near…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Dr. Austin Duckett, Chief Student Affairs Officer, Penn State Brandywine
Dr. Austin Duckett, Chief Student Affairs Officer at Penn State Brandywine, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Conshohocken — spending time outdoors with his brother, exploring neighborhood parks, and learning early lessons in leadership and responsibility while delivering newspapers and serving customers as a cashier at the local ACME. Those early experiences helped…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Dr. Gloria Oikelome, Provost and VP for Academic Affairs, Delaware Valley University
Dr. Gloria Oikelome, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Delaware Valley University in Doylestown, spoke with MONTCO Today about her childhood growing up in St. Paul, Minnesota, in a large family of Nigerian immigrants and how she, growing up in a family of avid readers, cultivated an appreciation for learning at a very…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Rodger Levenson, Chairman, President, and CEO of WSFS Bank
Rodger Levenson, Chairman, President, and CEO of WSFS Bank, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Broomall, where he loved riding bikes and playing sports with friends in his neighborhood. As a teenager, he learned about teamwork and discipline by working at a hotel and as a Camp Counselor. Rodger Levenson recalled how he…
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PREIT to Sell Exton Square Mall to Developer
The Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust (PREIT) is planning to sell Exton Square Mall as it tries to raise funds to pay down its debt and avoid being delisted from the NYSE, writes Natalie Kostelni for the Philadelphia Business Journal. During a brief investor call on Tuesday reviewing the results from last year and the…
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Approves Another Toll Increase
Drivers who travel on the Pennsylvania Turnpike can expect to pay even higher rates starting next year, according to a staff report from 6abc. The Turnpike Commission voted earlier this week to approve a five percent toll increase for both E-ZPass and Toll by Plate customers. The new rates will take effect on January 8,…
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Area Cell Phone Data Indicate a Reversal of the Pandemic Exodus from Phila. to the Suburbs
Philadelphia has started regaining some of the population it lost during the pandemic-driven migration as some residents are opting to move back to the city from the suburbs, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to an analysis of cell phone data, Philadelphia is one of the few major cities that is seeing its…
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New Hope’s River House at Odette’s Makes Travel + Leisure’s List of Ten Best Mid-Atlantic Resorts
River House at Odette’s in New Hope recently made its debut on Travel + Leisure’s 10 Best Resorts in the Mid-Atlantic list, writes Ryan Sharrow for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The ranking was compiled based on a survey of readers who voted from October 25, 2021, to February 28, 2022. The 38-room hotel opened just…
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Determined Parents Resurrect Troubled Ottsville Parochial School
Thanks to the determination of several local residents and businessmen, Regina Academy at Saint John the Baptist in Ottsville managed to avoid the fate of the many Catholic schools that had to close for good in the past several years. In fact, it is now thriving once again, writes Veronica Nygaard for the Crisis Magazine.…
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Bitchin’ Kitten Brewery Head Brewer Sees Great Future for Craft Beer Industry in Pennsylvania
Michael Crosson, co-owner and head brewer at Bitchin’ Kitten Brewing in Morrisville, used to be a light American lager guy, until his father gave him a bottle of Corsendonk Pater Dubbel Ale, according to a staff report from the Breweries in Pennsylvania. “This beer changed everything about what I thought beer was,” recalled Crosson. “After…
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New Norristown Community Garden Aims to Improve Access to Fresh Produce, Promote Healthy Eating
A new community garden sponsored by the Pennsylvania Department of Health is about to sprout in Norristown, and it currently has plots available for use, writes Kenny Cooper for the WHYY. “The purpose of the Norristown Sprouts Community Garden will be to improve access to fresh local produce and to promote healthy eating,” said David…
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Tech Tips with Margaret: Is Your Job in Jeopardy from Artificial Intelligence?
Advancing technology has enhanced many areas of our lives. But there is no denying new tech has also changed some workplaces to the point of eliminating roles formerly performed by people. Now with artificial intelligence improving every year, it has some fearing it could lead to widespread replacement of workers in favor of machines. Nikolas…
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Tech Tips With Margaret: How Microsoft Teams is Helping Businesses
With the workforce heavily scattered due to the conditions of the last year, employers have needed to make a lot of adjustments to keep their teams unified. Fortunately, Microsoft Teams has helped many people adapt to the new way of working as smoothly as possible. Microsoft Teams comes free with subscriptions to Microsoft 365, and…
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Discover How to Advance Your Career at Penn State Great Valley’s Virtual Admission Events This Month
Due to COVID-19, Penn State Great Valley’s admissions and recruitment events have gone virtual. PSGV offers a variety of events for you to spend time with faculty, alumni, and staff to learn how you can become part of an enduring tradition of academic excellence and personal achievement. These admission events will help you discover how…
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Neighboring Chester County Hospital Nationally Recognized for Being a ‘Model for Quality, Service Excellence, Fiscal Stewardship’
In nearby Chester County, Chester County Hospital has been awarded an ‘A’ in the fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing the hospital’s achievements in protecting patients from harm and providing safer healthcare. The Leapfrog Group is an independent national organization committed to healthcare quality and safety. The hospital was one of…
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KOP-Based CollegeThoughts Helps Students Navigate Application Process, Offers Place for Self-Discovery
CollegeThoughts is a one-stop shop helping students find their way through the college application process. Students get help prepping for SATs, writing essays, preparing for interviews and getting the applications filled out. That’s the least they’ll do for you. CollegeThoughts, headquartered in King of Prussia, is also a place for self-discovery. “We want kids to…
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Hotel of the Week: Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Valley Forge/Collegeville
Montgomery County features 80 world-class hotels. With 80 world-class hotels in Montgomery County, the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board highlights the Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Valley Forge/Collegeville. With an unbeatable location and modern style, the 132-room hotel is less than a mile from Providence Town Center, and offers almost 3,000-square-feet of meeting space. “We’ve added to…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Beautiful Custom-built Estate Home in Telford
This grand 5-bedroom home, situated on 7+ acres in Telford, is sure to make you feel like home from the moment you step inside. On a hill overlooking the countryside, this gorgeous home offers private comfort like no other. The country-sized kitchen has Corian countertops, cherry cabinets, and a double wall oven with a rustic…
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