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Daily Montgomery County COVID-19 Update
Based on the information found on Montgomery County’s COVID-19 dashboard, here’s a quick update on the spread of coronavirus across the County. There were two new cases reported on Tuesday, bringing the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases to 34 countywide. The County’s total number of cases represent 35-percent of all confirmed cases statewide. By…
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Restaurants Get Creative, Turn to Take-Out to Survive Pandemic
St. Patrick’s Day, a busy holiday for bars and restaurants, was the first test on adjusting to a pandemic alert that has closed those establishments, except for take-out and drive-thru, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. The hope is to capitalize on take-out. Tom Thornton, CEO of JD McGillicuddy’s Pub in Haverford, said his…
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Essential Completes Transformational $4.275 Billion Acquisition of Peoples
Essential Utilities Inc. has successfully completed the acquisition of Peoples, a Pittsburgh-based natural gas distribution company, in an all-cash transaction that reflects an enterprise value of $4.275 billion, including the assumption of approximately $1.1 billion of debt. As previously disclosed, the transaction was financed through an appropriate mix of equity and debt, which supports a…
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Main Line Health Prepares for Coming Surge of Coronavirus Patients, Launches Command Center to Coordinate Response
To prepare for the expected surge of coronavirus patients, Main Line Health has launched a command center to coordinate all changes to operations, write Aubrey Whelan and Sarah Gantz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The health system has a dedicated call line for medical staff with questions, such as where patients should be sent for a…
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SEPTA Implementing Severe Weather Service Plan, Offering Refund Options for Some Riders
Due to changing ridership levels caused by coronavirus-related issues, SEPTA is adjusting its weekday Regional Rail schedules and offering some riders refund options, writes Patricia Madej for The Philadelphia Inquirer. SEPTA evaluated its schedules after more than a dozen trains were canceled across the system on Monday, including on the Lansdale/Doylestown line. As a result,…
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Annual Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run Canceled Due to Evolving COVID-19 Crisis
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board has canceled the 15th Annual Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run scheduled for April 19 at Valley Forge National Historical Park due to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation. The 3-Mile Walk and Young Patriots Run have also been canceled. All proceeds minus the online processing fee will be returned…
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Four Personal Finance Tips to Weather the Coronavirus Economic Storm
As the coronavirus leaves the economy struggling and the public wondering what to do to protect themselves, WalletHub, a personal finance website based in Washington D.C., has come up with a list of four tips for keeping your wallet safe. Ask Your Bank for Help “Many banks and credit unions have stated they are willing…
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With Vigilant Employee Monitoring, J. P. Mascaro Continues to Serve Their Clients and Communities
Audubon-based J. P. Mascaro, one of the largest and most successful waste management companies in the country, issued a letter Monday underscoring the company’s commitment to the health and safety of their employees, clients, colleagues and the communities they serve. Even though none of the company’s 850 employees or their families have tested positive for…
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To Protect Toll Collectors During Coronavirus Pandemic, Turnpike Currently Not Accepting Cash, Credit Cards
To protect its tollbooth personnel during the coronavirus pandemic, Pennsylvania Turnpike is currently not accepting cash or credit cards, writes Holly Herman for the Daily Local News. Motorists now have to drive without stopping through the tollbooth in lanes marked “ticket” or “cash.” They will receive a notification of the toll amount through the mail.…
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Novel Circumstances: Coronavirus and Family Law
By Inna Materese In the last few weeks, people all over Pennsylvania – not to mention the country and the world – have confronted a medical emergency unlike any we have previously seen. As a result of the proliferation of COVID-19, a highly-infectious and fatal coronavirus, large gatherings of all kinds have been canceled in…
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Penn State Great Valley Closes Campus; Grad Classes to Be Offered Remotely
In a series of announcements, Gov. Tom Wolf has taken action to close all non-essential public spaces, including schools, in Montgomery, Delaware, Bucks, and Chester counties in response to the global coronavirus pandemic. As a result, the Penn State Great Valley campus is closed, effective immediately, through April 3. The campus joins Penn State Abington…
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RKL Makes Managing Partner Available to Address Business Issues Related to Coronavirus
RKL, a 500-person professional services firm with roots in finance, is making Barry Pelagatti, the firm’s Exton managing partner, available for consultation about issues related to guiding companies and nonprofits through the coronavirus crisis. Pelagatti has more than 20 years of experience in public accounting and advising financial service organizations on operational improvement and complex…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Encourages Homeowners to Check for Leaks During Annual Fix-a-Leak Week
Aqua Pennsylvania is sharing important tips for customers to save water and money by identifying leaks inside their homes in observance of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s annual Fix-a-Leak Week, which takes place this year from March 16 to 22 and aims to educate and remind homeowners of the environmental effects and financial impacts of…
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People Stockpiling Food and Beer as Montgomery County Shutdown Takes Effect
Residents headed out shopping for food, beer, and in some cases, ammunition, as the Montgomery County shutdown started to take effect late last week, write Jason Nark and Jason Laughlin for The Philadelphia Inquirer. All schools, community centers, gyms, and entertainment venues in the county were directed to close by Governor Tom Wolf on Thursday.…
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Montgomery County Offers Preview for Rest of State as Residents Adjust to Life with Coronavirus
Montgomery County is offering a possible preview for the rest of Pennsylvania as residents adjust to life with coronavirus-related safety measures, according to a staff report from CBS Philly. The third most-populated county in the Keystone State with more than 800,000 people has recorded 40 percent of Pennsylvania’s cases of coronavirus. As a result, Governor…
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Aqua’s Statement on Coronavirus
By Aqua Aqua is actively monitoring the novel coronavirus “COVID-19” outbreak globally and in the U.S. We are working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local health authorities to continuously monitor the situation and evaluate our operational response plans. First and foremost, our customers should be assured that drinking water provided…
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Montgomeryville’s Nappen & Associates Expands Its Portfolio with Hatfield, Quakertown Additions
Montgomeryville-based Nappen & Associates has expanded its 3.3-million-square-foot portfolio with two new projects in Quakertown and Hatfield. The 125,000-square-foot warehouse in Quakertown that was started in September last year is nearing completion. This state-of-the-art facility is the industrial/flex real estate developer’s third real estate venture in the Quakertown area. The new facility has a strategic…
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Seedcopa Alert: Coronavirus Assistance for Montgomery County Small Businesses
Seedcopa, an affiliate of the Chester County Economic Development Council is sharing information on possible assistance for Montgomery County small businesses in the wake of Covid-19. SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza has issued a statement in response to the President’s address to the nation on coronavirus and efforts to support small businesses. She outlined the process for…
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