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Philadelphia Metro Ranks in Middle Among Best Places for Home Buyers
Philadelphia metro ranked in the middle of the pack among the best places for home buyers in Zillow’s new market heat index. Zillow’s new market heat index represents buyers’ urgency or sellers’ confidence in an area. It considers the share of homes that sell quickly, the share of homes that get a price cut, and…
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Pennsylvania Set to Join Majority of States That Ban Cell Phone Use While Driving
After nearly two decades of pressing for the measure, Gov. Josh Shapiro is preparing to sign the bill that will ban cellphone use while driving for almost any purpose, according to a staff report from The Keystone. Gov. Josh Shapiro first introduced a similar bill 18 years ago when he served in the state House…
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Montgomery County Home to More Millionaires Than Any Other County in Pennsylvania … by Far
Montgomery County is home to more millionaires than any other county in Pennsylvania, and by far, writes Kenneth Hilario for the Philadelphia Business Journal. With 2,746 millionaires, Montgomery County has almost 1,000 more than No. 2 Allegheny County, where Pittsburgh is located. The average annual income of Montco’s millionaires is $2,771,501. Chester, Bucks, and Delaware…
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15 Fun Places to Go After Longwood Gardens in 2024
Visiting Longwood Gardens is a magical experience, especially if you stay for the dazzling Festival of Fountains that lights up the evening during summer. Since exploring these spectacular gardens and their stunning displays usually takes around four to five hours, why not extend your adventure? The region around Longwood Gardens offers a wealth of activities…
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Souderton’s Asher’s Chocolate Debuts A New Look To Five Fan Favorites
Big news for chocolate lovers in the Delaware Valley—Asher’s Chocolate Company in Souderton is rolling out a stylish new look for five of its most popular sugar-free chocolates, now available both online and in-store. This local favorite, known for its commitment to quality since 1892, continues to innovate without sacrificing the delicious taste we’ve all…
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21 Philadelphia Area Careers Safe From Artificial Intelligence
In and around Philadelphia and across the United States, as AI and robotics continue to advance, many worry about the impact of artificial intelligence on their jobs. But not all jobs are at risk. There are key roles and professions that rely heavily on human skills like creativity, decision-making, and personal interaction—skills that machine learning…
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Wall Street Journal: England’s Richest Soccer Club Locks Down Norristown Teen Cavan Sullivan
Manchester City, the richest club in England, recently locked down Norristown’s 14-year-old Cavan Sullivan, who can join the team as soon as he turns 18, writes Joshua Robinson for The Wall Street Journal. For now, the soccer wunderkind will continue to train with his hometown club, the Philadelphia Union. If all goes well, he is…
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Unlock Your Earning Potential: Theses Are The Top Philadelphia Area Gig Jobs
The gig economy is thriving across the Philadelphia area, offering gig workers and independent contractors a plethora of opportunities for flexibility you won’t find at a full-time job and matching a wide range of skill sets and lifestyles. Whether you’re a night owl or an early bird, prefer to cozy up at home in your pajamas or hit the roads of…
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Quitting with Class: 15 Tips for Moving On After a Pay Raise
In a tale of career growth tinged with personal conflict, Sabina faced a poignant workplace dilemma. After expressing concerns about being underpaid in her current position, Sabina was pleasantly surprised when her current boss, whom she greatly respected and adored, secured a 20% pay raise for her. This gesture underscored the manager’s appreciation and effort…
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Longwood Gardens’ Peter Zale Earns Top Honors in Orchid Conservation from American Orchid Society
Peter Zale, Associate Director of Conservation Horticulture and Plant Breeding at Longwood Gardens, has been honored with the prestigious Philip E. Keenan Award by the American Orchid Society. This accolade recognizes his outstanding contributions to orchid conservation, underscoring a career dedicated to preserving these enchanting plants. The Philip E. Keenan Award, named after a luminary…
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Philly Metro Is Safe from Rare Cicada Co-emergence
While several states are currently bracing for a potential cicada invasion in the following few months, the Philadelphia area is in the clear for now, writes Mike D’Onofrio for Axios. This spring, two specific broods of droning cicadas will emerge simultaneously from the ground. This has not happened in over two centuries, or since Thomas…
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Gen X Leads the Surge in Philadelphia Metro’s Millionaire Homeowners, Outpacing Boomers
The number of millionaire homeowners in the Philadelphia metro area is on the rise, with households that earn $1 million and more now being one of the fastest-growing income groups, according to a recently released study from Point2, an international real estate search website that covers industry trends and news. Nationwide, the number of households…
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Balancing Access and Atmosphere: Longwood Gardens Announces New Photography Policy and Fees
Longwood Gardens, one of the premier horticultural display gardens in the United States and one of the top ten tourist attractions in the Delaware Valley, has always been a favorite spot for photographers, capturing the vibrant beauty and serene landscapes. However, with increasing popularity, Longwood has updated its photography policy to ensure a pleasant experience…
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Luxury Home Prices Continue to Rise Nationwide, but Not Here in the Philly Metro
The prices of luxury homes in the United States are higher than they have ever been, with the median-priced home selling for a record $1,225,000 in the first quarter, which is an increase of 8.7 percent from a year earlier, according to a recently released report from Redfin. Luxury home prices are growing primarily because…
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Plymouth Township Sergeant Joins Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run After Beating Cancer
After an arduous battle with cancer, Plymouth Township Patrol Sgt. Rocco Wack was overjoyed to take part in the Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run with his entire family this weekend, reports CBS News Philadelphia. On Sunday, he joined more than 30,000 runners who arrived from all over the globe to run the ten miles…
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Join Our Team: Editor for Hyperlocal Community Journal in Montgomery County
Are you passionate about Montgomery County and its vibrant business, culture, educational, and tourism ecosystems? Do you have a knack for storytelling and a deep understanding of local businesses, tourism, entertainment, and politics? Are you a news nerd? If so, consider joining our team! We’re seeking an Editor for MONTCO.Today who is not only a…
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Median Home Price in Montgomery County Among Twelve Percent Most Expensive in Nation
Buying a home in Montgomery County is more expensive than in the majority of the rest of the nation, according to a new report from the National Association of Realtors. The National Association of Realtors compiled the list of County Median Home Prices by integrating the House Price Index growth data from the Federal Housing…
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Pennsylvania Court Rules Perrier Is Not French Mineral Water but Soda, Making It Taxable
A Pennsylvania court ruled that Perrier, which has been marketed as French mineral water in the United States for over a century, is instead a soda and as such can be taxed, writes Shannon Thaler for the New York Post. The popular drink’s classification first came under fire in 2019, when Jennifer Montgomery purchased a…
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