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Blue Bell Country Club Holding Food Drive for Those in Need During COVID-19 Pandemic
Over the next few weeks, residents and members of Blue Bell Country Club will hold a food drive for those in need during the coronavirus pandemic, writes Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. President of Blue Bell Country Club, Bud Hansen III, said the goal was to include residents and members in finding ways to help…
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Montgomery County COVID-19 Update: Saturday – May 2nd
Based on the information found on state and county’s COVID-19 website and the Commissioner’s Friday afternoon press conference, here is a snapshot of the spread of coronavirus across Montgomery County, the Delaware Valley and Pennsylvania. As of 10:00 AM Friday morning, Montgomery County reported 119 new COVID-19 cases, down from the 159 new cases reported…
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King of Prussia’s Workhorse Brewing Launches #Raiseyourglass Charitable Initiative
King of Prussia’s Workhorse Brewing has launched the #Raiseyourglass charitable initiative to benefit three local organizations helping those in need, along with a new Workforce IPA, proceeds from which will directly support the restaurant industry that has been decimated by the pandemic. The initiative is accompanied by a promotional video that pays tribute to the…
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With Classes Moved Online Due to Coronavirus Pandemic, MCCC Ceramics Students Use Natural Objects to Create Art Projects
Montgomery County Community College Art Assistant Professor Michael Connelly has found a way for his Ceramics students to do their art projects while at home by instructing them to use materials they can find in nature. “Students who take Ceramics at the College love to get their hands dirty,” said Connelly. To inspire his students,…
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Hobart’s Run Announces Recipients of Second Round of COVID-19 Impact Grants
Pottstown-based Hobart’s Run has issued a second round of its COVID-19 Emergency Response grants for Pottstown businesses and nonprofits to five local businesses and four borough nonprofits. The businesses will receive $1,000 grants each, while the nonprofits will each get $500. Originally, Hobart’s Run had originally planned to issue two nonprofit grants in the second…
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Montgomery County COVID-19 Update: Friday – May 1st
Based on the information found on state and county’s COVID-19 website and the Commissioner’s Thursday afternoon press conference, here is a snapshot of the spread of coronavirus across Montgomery County, the Delaware Valley and Pennsylvania. As of 10:00 AM Thursday morning, Montgomery County reported 159 new COVID-19 cases, down from the 173 new cases reported…
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Do Not Miss Your Opportunity to Rally for Ardmore’s Restaurants and Retail While Earning Chance to Win Prize
Today is the last chance to join Ardmore’s Rally for Restaurants and Retails initiative with a chance to win up to $500 in gift card prizes from Ardmore Initiative. To participate, you need to purchase gift cards, order takeout, or virtual shop at your favorite downtown Ardmore business. For a chance to win the gift…
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Tips For Filing A Business Interruption Insurance Claim Due To COVID-19
By George Saba Many businesses in our Commonwealth are feeling the economic pains as a result of the statewide shutdown. Some businesses have laid off the majority of their employees, may be contemplating bankruptcy or even thinking of shutting down. Before making any of these decisions, you should make sure you have exhausted all potential…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Spectacular Modern Home in Glenside
A spectacular stone, glass, and steel modern home with three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Glenside. Designed by Thomas Mangan, a disciple of modernist Marcel Breuer, this stunning home is among the best examples of the glass box in mid-century American architecture. As such, it has been featured…
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Pair of Penn State Great Valley Profs Awarded Seed Grants for COVID-19 Research
Despite being limited to virtual interactions and meetings, Penn State Great Valley’s faculty continues to conduct innovative research. Ashkan Negahban, assistant professor of engineering management, and Satish Srinivasan, assistant professor of information science, were awarded seed grants to fund projects to help address the COVID-19 crisis. The seed grant initiative, led by the Huck Institutes…
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QR Codes for LinkedIn and More
By Lynne Williams QR codes can be very useful for driving people to your LinkedIn profile, a presentation, an article, and more. Add them to your business cards too. If you have never tried QRCode-Monkey, you will find it very easy to use and you can even customize it with your logo. Technology upgrades on…
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Five Ways to Use Your Stimulus Check
Beginning last week, millions of Americans who qualified for a COVID-19 “Economic Impact Payment” began receiving these stimulus checks via direct deposit. Now what? Considering this is a one-time tax-free payment, you must have a game plan on how you will use and allocate these monies during these unpredictable times. Here are several ideas to…
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Widespread, Symptomless Spread of Coronavirus at Montgomery County Correctional Facility Shows More Testing Is Needed in Congregated Settings
While there have been some positive signs, Montgomery County officials warn that instances where thorough testing is showing a widespread, symptomless spread is complicating visions of reopening, writes Laura Benshoff for the WHYY. The county recently tested all the incarcerated people and staff at Montgomery County Correctional Facility. Out of the 939 inmates, 740 have…
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Local Student Helps Protect Seniors from Coronavirus Exposure as Part of Shop4Seniors Program
Stanton Godshall, a Souderton Area High School graduate and Penn State University student, is doing his part during the coronavirus pandemic by helping protect seniors from being exposed to the virus as part of the Shop4Seniors program, writes Lou Baldwin for the Catholic Philly. The process is not complicated. An elderly person makes a list…
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Montgomery County COVID-19 Update: Thursday – April 30th
Based on the information found on state and county’s COVID-19 website and the Commissioner’s Wednesday afternoon press conference, here is a snapshot of the spread of coronavirus across Montgomery County, the Delaware Valley and Pennsylvania. As of 10:00 AM Wednesday morning, Montgomery County reported 173 new COVID-19 cases, down from the 182 new cases reported…
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Local Indie Movie Theaters Offering Their Content for Rent Online
In an effort to stay afloat after having to close their doors due to the coronavirus pandemic, several indie movie theaters in Montgomery County and the entire region are offering their curated content for rent through their respective websites, writes Virginia Streva for the Philly Voice. The participating theaters include the Bryn Mawr Film Institute…
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UHS Responds to Declining Hospital Admissions Caused by Coronavirus Pandemic By Suspending Dividend Payments, Stock Repurchase
King of Prussia-based Universal Health Services is responding to declining hospital admissions during the coronavirus pandemic by suspending its quarterly dividend payments and its $2.7 billion stock repurchase program, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The hospital management company has also implemented cost reduction measures across all of its expanse categories, including scaling…
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Ten Montgomery County High Schools Among Top 50 in Pennsylvania
Ten Montgomery County high schools have found their place in the fifty best Pennsylvania high schools, according to a new ranking published by U.S. News & World Report. U.S. News reviewed more than 24,000 high schools nationwide to create its annual list. The metrics used to determine the ranking include graduation rates, college readiness, math…
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