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Manor College Honors Student’s Journey from Native Pakistan to Jenkintown with Mother Josaphat Award
Privish Sadaqat, a student at Manor College, was recognized by the school with the prestigious Mother Josaphat Award on Founders’ Day, January 31. The award is given out each year to a student who demonstrates the strength of character and generosity of spirit. Sadaqat was born in Pakistan. She started her education with the Convent…
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Montgomery County Republican Committee Endorses First African-American Woman Candidate for Congress
Montgomery County Republican Committee and the 4th Congressional District have endorsed Kathy Barnette for Congress. Barnette is the first African-American woman candidate to be nominated by the Republicans for the district. She is also the author of Nothing To Lose, Everything To Gain – Being Black and Conservative In America book. Barnette grew up in…
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Brother of Haverford College Student Who Died In Camping Accident Keeps His Memory Alive on Lacrosse Field
John Geppert, brother of Haverford College student Geoff Geppert, who died in a camping accident, is keeping his memory alive on the lacrosse field, writes Emily Giambalvo for The Washington Post. So John started playing sports at an early age so he could follow in the footsteps of Geoff who was seven years older. When…
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Lots of Cool MONTCO February Events
By Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board February is always an exciting time in Valley Forge and Montgomery County, Pa. It’s a time of celebration as Valley Forge Park marks George Washington’s birthday. It’s a time for romance with Valentine’s Day events at our restaurants and attractions. And it’s a time to enjoy a great…
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Hold a Financial ‘State of the Union’ with Your Partner
Navigating and managing finances can be difficult and becomes even more challenging as you begin to share major life events with a significant other. When planning the future with your partner, finances should be a top priority. But how do you approach this tricky and potentially uncomfortable discussion? I suggest that couples hold a financial…
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Be Secure And Check Your Retirement Plans After Passage of SECURE Act
By Jack Dooley While shoppers filled area malls as part of the last minute holiday rush, the most significant piece of retirement legislation since 1997 was being signed into law. The Setting Every Community Up For Retirement Enhancement (SECURE Act) will have a major impact on estate planning. The legislation was signed into law by…
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AmerisourceBergen Shutting Down Compounding Pharmacy Business Five Years After Acquiring It
Chesterbrook-based AmerisourceBergen is shutting down PharMEDium, the compounding pharmacy business it acquired five years ago for $2.6 billion, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The move will affect around 1,000 jobs in four PharMEDium compounding facilities in New Jersey, Mississippi, Texas, and Tennessee. Compounding pharmacies make drug formulas that are tailored to patients…
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GlaxoSmithKline Begins Work on Potential Coronavirus Vaccine
GlaxoSmithKline, with a research facility in Collegeville, is the latest in a line of pharmaceutical manufacturers that are working on a potential vaccine for the new strain of coronavirus, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Last week, the company has announced its collaboration with the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations. As part of…
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New York Times: Bala Cynwyd Native Shines in Off-Broadway Revival of ‘Little Shop of Horrors’
Gideon Glick, who grew up in Bala Cynwyd, shines as the lead in a touching Off-Broadway revival of the cult classic “Little Shop of Horrors,” writes Kurt Soller for The New York Times. The queer actor managed to rise to the role of leading man in a musical despite being deaf in one ear. Over…
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University of Delaware’s Blue Hen Investment Club Beats the S&P 500 … Again
By Dena Hillison Despite an incredibly volatile time in the financial markets last year, the University of Delaware’s Blue Hen Investment Club (BHIC) was able to beat the S&P 500 Index for the first time in the group’s 20-year history. Then, in 2019, it did it again. At the close of 2019, the S&P 500…
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MONTCO Careers – Bimbo Bakeries
Headquartered in Horsham, Bimbo Bakeries USA bakes the freshest, highest-quality breads, buns, tortillas, bagels, cookies, and more every day for families across America. Sales Transformation Lead This position establishes a long-term go to market strategy for DSD Excellence frontline; translates strategy into actionable plans for the frontline to implement across the organization; and establishes incentives that…
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Wall Street Journal: California Company Plans to Develop Commissary Kitchen Aimed at Food Delivery at KofP Mall
A consortium led by SBE Entertainment Group is planning to build a commissary kitchen aimed at food delivery at King of Prussia Mall, writes Heather Haddon for The Wall Street Journal. The move is a part of a deal between the Simon Property Group, which owns King of Prussia Mall, and SBE Entertainment Group to…
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New York Times: Kobe Bryant’s Stolen Jersey Unveiled at Lower Merion High School Ceremony Honoring Late Star
Kobe Bryant’s stolen high school jersey was returned and unveiled during a Lower Merion High School ceremony honoring the late NBA legend, according to The New York Times. The retired No. 33 jersey worn by the school’s career leading scorer was stolen three years ago from the school’s campus and was later bought by a…
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Former Wissahickon Graduate Helped Kansas City Chiefs Take Super Bowl
Tanoh Kpassagnon, a Wissahickon High School graduate, helped Kansas City Chiefs defeat San Francisco 49ers to win Super Bowl LIV on Sunday, writes Paul Domowitch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Kpassagnon, who has two degrees from Villanova business school, was selected by the Chiefs during the second round of the 2017 draft. At the time, he…
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Valley Forge Military College Offers Rare Path to Becoming an Army Officer in Just Two Years
Having been designated by the Governor and Legislature as the Military College of Pennsylvania, Valley Forge Military College in Wayne boasts a number of differentiators that distinguish it from other schools. One is its Army ROTC Early Commissioning Program (ECP). The college offers ECP cadets the rare and prestigious opportunity to become a second lieutenant…
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Lower Merion School Officials Urge District to Delay Changes to Start Times for Students
Following backlash over the decision to start elementary school earlier each day to allow older students to sleep later, Lower Merion school officials are asking the district to delay the planned changes, writes Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Lower Merion is one of a growing number of districts that are considering pushing back start…
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New York Post: Bryant’s Lower Merion High School Teammate Remembers His Competitiveness from Early Days Playing Ball
Dan Pangrazio, Kobe Bryant’s Lower Merion High School teammate, learned about his competitiveness the hard way, writes Josh Egerman for the New York Post. During a rebound drill/game that was used by the team’s coach to instill toughness, Pangrazio found himself lying on the court, with his elbow bleeding enough to need three stitches to…
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The General in Lafayette Hill Closed Its Doors for Good over Weekend
The General restaurant in Lafayette Hill, which opened three years ago in the building that was home to the General Lafayette Inn for decades, closed its doors for good over the weekend, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The closure was confirmed by the establishment’s co-owner Bob Devine. He said that those who still…
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