• MONTCO Careers – Penn State Great Valley

    MONTCO Careers – Penn State Great Valley

    Located in Malvern, Penn State Great Valley is a special mission campus and graduate school of the Pennsylvania State University. Its academic programs include engineering, information science, MBA, data analytics, finance, and leadership. Administrative Support Coordinator This position will serve as a point of contact for student questions and concerns; maintain responsibility for the admissions process within…

  • WSFS CARES Foundation’s $2.4 Million in Donations Last Year Bring Us Closer to ‘a Day When Everyone Will Thrive’

    WSFS CARES Foundation’s $2.4 Million in Donations Last Year Bring Us Closer to ‘a Day When Everyone Will Thrive’

    The WSFS CARES Foundation, the charitable giving arm of WSFS Bank, provided grants and donations totaling more than $2.4 million to community organizations located across Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania in 2022. In addition to the grants, Team WSFS, the WSFS corporate volunteer program, saw associates volunteer more than 17,000 hours in 2022 through community…

  • Keystone Racing Supports Elite-Level Cyclists, Helps to Make the Sport ‘Fun Again’

    Keystone Racing Supports Elite-Level Cyclists, Helps to Make the Sport ‘Fun Again’

    Berks County native and accomplished cyclist Jeff Schaeffer has long been aware of the stress involved in elite-level racing. Not only has he been riding bikes for more than 20 years, but his son, 27-year-old Dakota Schaeffer, was once a professional in the sport. Watching Dakota juggle his training with his college studies and part-time…

  • Gov. Shapiro Signs Executive Order, Creating New State Office to Spur Economic Growth and Foster Innovation

    Gov. Shapiro Signs Executive Order, Creating New State Office to Spur Economic Growth and Foster Innovation

    Gov. Josh Shapiro has signed an executive order establishing the Pennsylvania Office of Transformation and Opportunity within the Governor’s Office and the Economic Development Strategy Group. This newly created office will be a one-stop-shop for businesses looking to grow and will work to aggressively reignite Pennsylvania’s economy — fostering innovation, supporting transformational economic development, and…

  • Center School in Abington Has Several Community and Fundraising Events on the Calendar for 2023

    Center School in Abington Has Several Community and Fundraising Events on the Calendar for 2023

    Bringing the community together is an important part of Center School’s fundraising and development efforts. The nonprofit independent school for students with language-based learning disabilities hosts numerous events and activities at its campus in Abington. The following events this year are open to the public: Comedy Evening: Dinner and a ShowFeb. 11 at 6:30 PM…

  • Invest in a CD to Maximize Your Savings as Interest Rates Rise

    Invest in a CD to Maximize Your Savings as Interest Rates Rise

    As the Federal Reserve continues to raise its benchmark interest rate to fight inflation, many consumers are looking for ways to boost their savings for a variety of reasons. While some are simply looking for ways to save money on everyday expenses, others are considering what they should do with their current savings nest egg.…

  • ‘Opportunity Abounds for Pennsylvania Workers’: State’s Unemployment Rate Decreases, Setting New Record Low

    ‘Opportunity Abounds for Pennsylvania Workers’: State’s Unemployment Rate Decreases, Setting New Record Low

    The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has released its preliminary employment situation report for December 2022. The unemployment rate in Pennsylvania was down one-tenth of a percentage point over the month to 3.9 percent in December, setting a new record low. The U.S. unemployment rate was also down one-tenth of a point over…

  • Deadline Nears to Nominate Local Teachers for Citadel Heart of Learning Award

    Deadline Nears to Nominate Local Teachers for Citadel Heart of Learning Award

    Sunday, Jan. 15 is the last day that Citadel Credit Union will accept nominations for its prestigious teaching excellence award, the Citadel Heart of Learning Award. If you know some teachers who go above and beyond the call of duty and truly make a difference in the lives of students, please nominate them for the Citadel…

  • Seedcopa’s 2023 Business Lending Outlook

    Seedcopa’s 2023 Business Lending Outlook

    The past year has seen a profound change in interest rates for loans of all kinds, including below-market rates through government-backed business loans like those we offer at Seedcopa + SeedcoDE. Before we dive into my annual Business Lending Outlook, first let’s examine what got us here: There’s a lot of commentary out there that…

  • If You’re in the Market for a New Home, You May Have More Buying Power in 2023

    If You’re in the Market for a New Home, You May Have More Buying Power in 2023

    If you’re planning to buy a new home in 2023, the first few months of the new year may present a better than anticipated buyers’ market due to several factors that are not only influencing homebuyers’ financial position, but also easing the inventory constraints we’ve seen in recent years. Key Market Factors With recent reports…

  • Final Approval Granted to Develop Long-Vacant Site of Former Catholic School in Norristown

    Final Approval Granted to Develop Long-Vacant Site of Former Catholic School in Norristown

    Norristown Municipal Council has granted final approval for large-scale development at the site of the former Kennedy-Kenrick Catholic High School, writes Rachel Ravina for The Times Herald. Developer Sarah Peck aims to break ground on the 325-unit, multifamily residential complex, spread across 14.5 acres, in the spring. “This corner is going to change Norristown,” former…

  • New Plaque Commemorates Pottstown’s Short-Lived, Championship-Winning Pro Football Team

    New Plaque Commemorates Pottstown’s Short-Lived, Championship-Winning Pro Football Team

    A new plaque has been installed in Pottstown to commemorate the Pottstown Firebirds, a professional football team based in the borough from 1968 to 1970, writes Evan Brandt for The Pottstown Mercury. The plaque, located near 152 High Street, was approved last February by borough council, but it took some time for the organizer, Bruno…

  • Amidst Evolution of Local Booze, Craft-Cocktail Veteran Lauds Her Pottstown-Based Distillery’s Business Plan

    Amidst Evolution of Local Booze, Craft-Cocktail Veteran Lauds Her Pottstown-Based Distillery’s Business Plan

    Craft-cocktail veteran Jennifer Sabatino made a name for herself at East Passyunk’s Stateside, where she built out an ambitious bar program that accompanied the local, seasonal food menu, writes Jenn Ladd for The Philadelphia Inquirer. That experience, together with the time she spent running local spirits-focused Aldine in Rittenhouse, prepared her for her current position…

  • Online Magazine Rates the Five Best Burger Joints in Montco

    Online Magazine Rates the Five Best Burger Joints in Montco

    When it comes to burger joints, Montgomery County offers plenty of options for both classic favorites and more modern creations, writes Eric Henderson for PhillyBite Magazine. Still, some places stand out from the crowd and offer some of the best burgers in the region. Phil’s Tavern in Blue Bell offers a classic burger for lunch…

  • U.S. News & World Report Recognizes Blue Bell’s Wisler Pearlstine as One of the Region’s Best Law Firms

    U.S. News & World Report Recognizes Blue Bell’s Wisler Pearlstine as One of the Region’s Best Law Firms

    U.S. News & World Report has recognized Wisler Pearlstine — a Blue Bell-based law firm that serves Greater Philadelphia with outstanding, cost-effective, and highly responsive legal assistance — as one of the region’s best law firms. Wisler Pearlstine was named a Tier 1 Philadelphia firm in two practice areas, Family Law and Municipal Law, in…

  • Year-End Tax Planning Checklist: Steps to Maximize Your Financial Plan

    Year-End Tax Planning Checklist: Steps to Maximize Your Financial Plan

    Before the year comes to a close, there are some things you should review and consider with your overall financial plan. This past year has brought challenges such as inflation and a weak market performance, and with rising interest rates and new legislation now may be the best time to make adjustments before 2022 ends.  …

  • A Marvel of Horticulture and Engineering, Longwood’s Garden Railway Holds Special Place in Hearts of Many

    A Marvel of Horticulture and Engineering, Longwood’s Garden Railway Holds Special Place in Hearts of Many

    For Mark Kosteski, the Guest Engagement Lead at Longwood Gardens, and millions of other Americans, Christmas and trains go hand in hand. “When you put the two together,” he said, “it creates joy and happiness — and great memories.” This holiday season marks the 22nd anniversary of Longwood’s whimsical, wonderful Garden Railway. A fanciful blend…

  • Center School: Supporting the Community and Our Military

    Center School: Supporting the Community and Our Military

    While Center School is busy successfully serving its students who have been diagnosed with language-based learning disabilities, primarily dyslexia and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), it is also supporting the local community and our military personnel who cannot be home for the holidays. Each year, with the support of the Center School community, toys are…