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GMercyU Launches New Online Graduate Programs in Nursing and Education
Gwynedd Mercy University — a leader in nursing, education, and other professional programs for more than 75 years — has launched three new online graduate programs in nursing and education. Starting in the fall 2025 semester, these programs will provide working professionals with the flexibility needed to advance their careers while meeting growing industry demands.…
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‘AFS Got a Good One’: Abington Friends School Names NCAA Champion Its Next Girls Basketball Coach
Abington Friends School has named Tiffany Davis its next girls basketball coach. Most recently an assistant coach with the Community College of Philadelphia’s women’s basketball program, Davis brings a wealth of experience to the AFS sidelines. That experience includes a playing career at NCAA powerhouse University of South Carolina, where she won the 2017 national…
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Buy Now or Wait? Expert Tips on Navigating High Mortgage Rates
If you’ve been wondering whether you should wait for mortgage rates to come down before you buy a house, you’re not alone. High rates and home prices have made many prospective buyers decide to sit out of the housing market. Over the past few years, we’ve seen mortgage rates climb from as low as three percent…
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Seasoned Leader in Banking and Investments Returns to Eastern University’s Board of Trustees
Eastern University has appointed E. Shepard Farrar, a seasoned leader in the banking and investment space and a passionate advocate for giving back through community service, to its Board of Trustees. A graduate of Eastern’s MBA in Economic Development program, Farrar earned her degree in 1995 while working as Vice President at CoreStates (now Wells…
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Haverford Systems Modernizes Lecture Hall at URBN’s Navy Yard Headquarters with High-Tech A/V Integration
With an assist from Haverford Systems, URBN, a company with a portfolio of global consumer brands known for having their finger on the pulse of both fashion and lifestyle trends, is rewriting the definition of a modern corporate campus. URBN — the parent company of Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Free People, and newly launched Nuuly —…
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Firstrust Bank’s Richard Green Receives Ellis Island Medal of Honor, Joins Eight U.S. Presidents as Past Recipients
Firstrust Bank Executive Chairman and Owner Richard J. Green was recently honored as a recipient of a 2025 Ellis Island Medal of Honor, presented by the Ellis Island Honor Society. The medal recognizes his leadership in the business and financial sectors through his roles at Firstrust, Semperverde Holding Company, Hatch Bank, and Arborverde Holding Company,…
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Holy Family University Celebrates 68th Commencement: A Community Bound by Purpose, Lifted by Education
Holy Family University recently celebrated its 68th Commencement, awarding degrees to 828 graduates whose diverse backgrounds, determination, and achievements reflect the university’s strength as a beacon of opportunity and workforce-ready education. The Class of 2025 includes 20 associate’s degrees, 565 bachelor’s degrees, 219 master’s degrees, and 24 doctoral degrees awarded across Holy Family’s four schools:…
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Eastern University Grad Named National School Nurse of the Year
Emily Hunter, the school nurse at Rhawnhurst Elementary School in Philadelphia, has been named the 2025 National School Nurse of the Year for Pennsylvania by the National Association of School Nurses and the Pennsylvania Association of School Nurses and Practitioners. The honor recognizes the Eastern University graduate’s outstanding contributions to student health, educational equity, and professional leadership…
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King of Prussia District’s Annual Dining and Shopping Events Raise More Than $72,000 for CHOP
King of Prussia District, in partnership with presenting sponsor SERVPRO of King of Prussia, recently presented a donation of $72,110 to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. The contribution — representing a 25 percent increase from the previous year — is the second largest in the campaign’s history and was made on behalf of the restaurants, retailers,…
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ChesPenn Health Services: ‘We’re Still Here and Committed to Serving Local Communities’
ChesPenn Health Services is a free-standing Community Health Center (CHC) that offers coordinated primary healthcare services — medical, dental, behavioral — for children, teens, and adults. Despite the closure of our partnering hospital, Crozer Keystone Health System, we remain steadfast in our commitment to provide access to primary and preventive healthcare and social services to…
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C&N Offers 4 Digital Resources Every Small Business Needs
Every minute matters when you’re running a business. Whether you’re chasing payments, juggling paperwork, or managing cash flow, the right digital tools can help you get more done with less stress. That’s why C&N offers powerful, easy-to-use banking solutions designed specifically for small businesses like yours. From accepting payments to protecting against fraud, here are…
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PECO Now Offering Qualified Small Businesses a Grant Toward Their Natural Gas Bill
PECO is offering qualified small businesses a $200 grant toward their natural gas bill. PECO understands the importance of small businesses in the Greater Philadelphia region and wants to support its customers and communities. This support includes assistance programs that help pay utility bills, as well as guidance on ways to reduce energy costs. Approved small…
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PECO Announces Retirement of CEO Dave Velazquez, Names David Vahos His Successor
PECO has announced the retirement of President and CEO Dave Velazquez, an Exelon veteran who has served more than 40 years across the energy industry. Velazquez was named PECO’s President and CEO in February 2024, and he quickly became entrenched in the service area, building strong relationships with local businesses and community organizations and furthering…
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IBX Introduces ‘Better Together’ Campaign to Tackle ‘Silent Epidemic That Affects People of All Ages’
Independence Blue Cross has launched “Better Together,” a public awareness campaign to highlight the health impacts of loneliness and empower people to build stronger, more meaningful connections. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention defines loneliness as a feeling of being disconnected from others due to a lack of meaningful or close relationships or a sense…
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Citadel Credit Union Now an Official SBA Lender to Empower Small Businesses in Greater Philadelphia
Citadel Credit Union has been authorized as an official Small Business Administration (SBA) lender, a significant milestone that positions the credit union as a vital partner for small businesses in the Philadelphia region. This achievement comes on the heels of Citadel’s recent enhancement of its Commercial Banking team, further strengthening the credit union’s ability to provide small business…
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MONTCO Careers – Abington Friends School
Abington Friends School is a college preparatory day school in Jenkintown for students ages three through 12th grade that provides an exceptional program informed by traditional Quaker values. AFS is a stimulating and rewarding place to work for faculty and staff alike, offering a dynamic culture supported by a mentorship program for new teachers and…
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Dischell Bartle Dooley’s Eric Frey Named 2025 Top Lawyer in Montgomery County
Dischell Bartle Dooley Partner Eric Frey has been named a 2025 Top Lawyer in Montgomery County for General Law, Real Estate Law, and Municipal Law. This recognition is the result of votes cast by readers of The Pottstown Mercury, The Norristown Times Herald, and The Lansdale Reporter, who selected local legal professionals that have made…
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‘Changing the World One Miracle Moment at a Time’: Bucks County Native Named Holy Family’s Valedictorian
When Leah Ford stepped onto Holy Family University’s campus for the first time, she was emerging from a full year of remote learning at Pennsbury High School in Yardley — an experience that left her feeling nervous about transitioning into in-person college. “Going from virtual high school during COVID to in-person college was very difficult,”…
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