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Growing Interest in Home Gardening Floods Local Seed Giant with Vegetable Orders
Burpee, the seed giant based in nearby Warminster, is being flooded with orders as the lack of produce on grocery shelves ignites people’s interest in home gardening, writes Alan Yu for the WHYY. “We’re getting a huge amount of interest,” said George Ball, executive chairman of Burpee, “like a tsunami.” Ball said he had already…
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Hobart’s Run Awards 15 COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Grants, Looking for Matching Funds to Expand Program’s Scope
Pottstown’s Hobart’s Run has awarded fifteen COVID-19 emergency assistance grants and is now looking for additional matching funds to expand the program’s scope. The grants were awarded to ten local nonprofits and five recently opened small businesses. The organization did not turn away any of the first-round applicants, most of whom wrote in their applications…
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Norristown’s Theatre Horizon Keeps Audiences Engaged and Artists Employed During Coronavirus Crisis
Norristown’s Theatre Horizon is keeping audiences engaged and artists employed while its doors are closed with online lessons and behind the scenes sessions, writes Alicia Vitarelli for 6abc. “Even though we can’t all gather under the same roof it felt really important to still give people access to the arts,” said Nell Bang-Jensen, Theatre Horizon…
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Montgomery County COVID-19 Wednesday Afternoon Update – April 1st
Based on the information found on state and county’s COVID-19 website and the Tuesday afternoon commissioner press conference, here is quick snapshot of the spread of coronavirus across Montgomery County and the Delaware Valley. There were 58 new positive Montgomery County COVID-19 cases reported on Tuesday. The positive cases are from 29 municipalities, none of…
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Currently on Front Lines of COVID-19 Fight, Arcadia Alum Sees Similarities in U.S. Response to How Ebola Was First Addressed in East Africa
Arcadia alum Will Scott, who witnessed the first Ebola outbreak in East Africa in 2007 while he was working there in health education, public health outreach, and pediatric medicine, is currently on the front lines of the COVID-19 fight in Sacramento, California, writes Andrea Walls for the Arcadia University News. Among the most significant challenges…
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Montgomery County’s Businesses Need You
By Emily Keel of Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board As our local, regional, national and global community makes the necessary adjustments to navigate this period of uncertainty, Montgomery County’s hospitality industry is working tirelessly to provide our community with every available resource and opportunity to support one another. Amidst government-mandated closures of restaurants and…
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Purchase Live Giraffe Feeding During ‘Giraffeathon,’ Elmwood Park Zoo’s Live Stream Fundraiser
Elmwood Park Zoo is continuing to find ways to deliver live zoo programming to the public even during the coronavirus pandemic. The zoo is organizing a new fundraiser, “Giraffeathon,” during which Elmwood Park Zoo staff will be collecting small donations online and over the phone in exchange for individual giraffe feedings during the live stream.…
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Montgomery County COVID-19 Wednesday Morning Update – April 1st
Based on the information found on state and county’s COVID-19 website and the Tuesday afternoon commissioner press conference, here is quick snapshot of the spread of coronavirus across Montgomery County and the Delaware Valley. There were 58 new positive Montgomery County COVID-19 cases reported on Tuesday. The positive cases are from 29 municipalities, none of…
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Learn How to Conserve Cash During Coronavirus Pandemic
For those who need to conserve cash during the coronavirus pandemic, there are several ways available to cut back on expenses to achieve this, writes Erin Arvedlund for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Due to disruptions caused by the coronavirus crisis, Americans have been given three more months to pay and file their taxes. This means that…
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Fate of Jenkintown-Based Empire Covers Hinges on Whether Its Manufacturing Plant in Kentucky Will Be Allowed to Keep Working
The fate of Jenkintown-based Empire Covers hinges on whether its manufacturing plant in Kentucky will be allowed to continue working under Governor Andy Beshear-mandated closures of all non-life-sustaining businesses, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Jake Goldblum, owner of the e-commerce business that sells covers for vehicles, patios, and furniture, has applied for…
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StreamGeeks to Host Online Worship Summit on Thursday with Live Performances, Expert Speakers
The StreamGeeks have an exciting full day of “edutainment” planned for online viewers interested in supporting their local worship communities. Worship Summit Live 2.0 is scheduled for Thursday, April 2 at 8:30 AM and will include live performances from worship bands around the world. West Chester-based artist Mike Nappi (@mikenappi) will perform a solo acoustic…
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Montgomery County COVID-19 Tuesday Afternoon Update – March 31st
Based on the information found on state and county’s COVID-19 website and the Monday afternoon commissioner press conference, here is quick snapshot of the spread of coronavirus across Montgomery County and the Delaware Valley. There were 75 new positive Montgomery County COVID-19 cases reported on Monday, up significantly from the 27 new cases reported Sunday.…
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CARES Act Analysis from RKL: Learn the Impact on Families, Small Businesses, and Employers
The largest federal stimulus bill in U.S. history – the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act – was signed into law on March 27, triggering $2.2 trillion in spending and relief measures for businesses and families grappling with the impact of coronavirus on their livelihoods and bottom lines. Professional services firm RKL LLP…
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Local Realtors Adjusting to Selling Homes During Coronavirus Crisis
Local realtors are adjusting to selling houses during the coronavirus crisis by doing most of the work over the phone or electronically, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Where possible, house purchase meetings are now done remotely. In-person showings are rarer and open houses nonexistent. Meanwhile, agents are using technology to stage virtual tours…
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Pennsylvania Department of Health Reports 49 COVID-19 Deaths, 4,087 Reported Cases in the State
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reporting as of midnight, Monday, March 30, nine more deaths in the state from COVID-19, bringing the total number of deaths to 49. There were 693 more positive cases in the state, bringing the total number of cases to 4,087 in 58 counties. Seven deaths have been reported in…
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Commercial Landlord and Tenant Guidance During These Unprecedented Times
By Pillar Real Estate Advisors In the world of business relationships, the one between a commercial landlord and their tenant is a delicate one. In times like these, both sides have questions: They want to know what their options are and what the best next step is when dealing with the problems and concerns of…
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Aqua Video Demonstrates Proper Handwashing Technique
Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, Aqua has created the above video demonstrating the proper way to wash your hands.
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Montgomery County COVID-19 Tuesday Morning Update – March 31st
Based on the information found on the County’s COVID-19 website and the Monday afternoon commissioner press conference, here is quick snapshot of the spread of coronavirus across Montgomery County and the Delaware Valley. There were 75 new positive Montgomery County COVID-19 cases reported on Monday, up significantly from the 27 new cases reported Sunday. The…
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