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How the Buckman Family Built a Ski Empire at Spring Mountain
The Buckman family and Spring Mountain have been a cornerstone of the Philadelphia region’s skiing community for over five decades, writes Jason Nark for the Philadelphia Inquirer. In 1971, Leon Buckman, originally in the plumbing and pool business, opened Buckman’s Ski & Snowboard Shop in Perkiomenville to cater to his children’s newfound passion for skiing.…
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Johnny’s Pizza Blends New York and Philly in Bryn Mawr
In just over two years, Johnny’s Pizza in Bryn Mawr has become a culinary hotspot, renowned for its exceptional pizzas and cheesesteaks, writes Craig LaBan for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Owner John Bisceglie trained under Frank Pinello of Best Pizza in Williamsburg and Nick Carelli of Philomena Santucci’s Square Pizza in Warminster. His new venture has…
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Exploring Ardmore and Jenkintown’s Top Bars: Where to Find the Best Drinks and Atmosphere
Montgomery County has great towns for the social imbibers, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine. In particular, Ardmore and Jenkintown offer some of the most unique and inviting bar experiences. Ardmore Ardmore is home to a diverse collection of bars. Char & Stave Coffee Roasters combines house-roasted coffee with whiskey distilled in Phoenixville. Jack McShea’s…
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First Bank House of the Week: Stunning Midcentury Estate in Gladwyne Hits the Market for $1.95M
This $1,950,000 midcentury modern estate in Gladwyne offers a luxurious retreat on 1.18 acres of professionally designed park-like grounds. The 5,276-square-foot home features four bedrooms and 3.5 baths, combining elegant design with an ideal indoor-outdoor living experience. . . Inside, walls of windows flood the home with natural light, accentuating the hardwood floors and three…
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Wynnewood’s Rosemary Connors Leaves Big Shoes to Fill at NBC10
NBC10 is searching for a replacement for Rosemary Connors, its longtime weekend evening news anchor, reports Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Wynnewood native departed in September after 15 years at the station. In that time, she earned six Mid-Atlantic Emmy Awards for her reporting on topics such as a deadly prison standoff…
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Ursinus Expands Academic and Financial Aid Opportunities with $3.2M Gift from Parlee Family
Collegeville’s Ursinus College has received a $3.2 million gift from Joan Bradley Parlee and the late Donald Parlee, strengthening its scholarship programs and academic resources, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Insider. A majority of the donation—over $2 million—will support the Parlee Center for Sciences and the Common Good, which prepares future scientists to navigate…
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Montgomery County Officials Outline 2025 Plans Amid Federal Funding Uncertainty
At the recent State of Montgomery County event, Commissioners Neil Makhija, Jamila Winder, and Tom DiBello marked their first year in office by outlining plans for 2025, writes Katie Bernard for the Philadelphia Inquirer. This comes in the wake of President Donald Trump’s attempt to freeze federal fund disbursements—a move currently blocked in court—that could…
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Conshohocken’s Hotel West & Main Revives Historic Firehouse with Modern Luxury
Conshohocken’s Hotel West & Main blends modern design with rich local history, writes Jennifer Durrant for Hospitality Net. The boutique hotel occupies the historic Washington Fire Company building, originally established in 1874. The new tenant incorporates unique elements that pay homage to its past. Upon entering, guests are greeted by original fireman’s lockers repurposed as…
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Poppa Frank’s American Kitchen Opens Its Doors in New Hope
Poppa Frank’s American Kitchen, a new breakfast and lunch spot in New Hope, officially opened its doors over the weekend at the former Duck Soup Cafe location in the Logan Square shopping center, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. “It’s going to be a fun place to enjoy good food,” said Frank…
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New Toll Brothers Community Brings 54 Homes to Collegeville on Former Farm Site
Toll Brothers has launched Hearthfield, a new 54-home luxury community in Collegeville, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia Business Journal. The new community is on a 29-acre site formerly occupied by Two Particular Acres farm, designed with every home on a cul-de-sac. It features residences ranging from 3,029 to 3,672 square feet with four to five…
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Gov. Josh Shapiro Provides Commentary for Pitt Basketball Broadcast
Governor Josh Shapiro provided live commentary for 93.7 The Fan’s broadcast of the Pitt–Syracuse men’s basketball game last night at Petersen Events Center, reports Christopher Cart for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Abington’s Shapiro joined play-by-play announcer Bill Hillgrove and radio analyst Curtis Aiken, a former Pitt basketball star. Aiken was had been named to Shapiro’s transition…
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Wynnewood’s Jeffrey Lurie’s $185M Investment in Eagles Yields 35-Fold Return
Wynnewood resident Jeffrey Lurie acquired the Philadelphia Eagles in 1994 for $185 million, writes Eric McConnell for Yahoo Finance. “Thirty-one years later, the team – having won two Super Bowls – is now valued at 35 times that amount, representing an enormous return on investment for a former social policy professor at Boston University. Lurie…
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Hatboro-Horsham Students Honor Teacher’s Late Sister Through Acts of Kindness
When Kristina Ulmer, an English teacher at Hatboro-Horsham High School, lost her sister Kate Amodei in a tragic 2014 car accident, she sought a way to honor her memory, writes Brea Dangelo for The Reporter. In 2018, she found it—through her students. Kate had dreamed of joining the Peace Corps and dedicated her life to…
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Barnes & Noble Returns to Bryn Mawr After Nearly 20 Years
Barnes & Noble is making a surprising return to Bryn Mawr, nearly two decades after closing its store on Lancaster Ave., writes Jake Blumgart for the Philadelphia Inquirer. This reopening is part of the company’s national resurgence, expanding after years of downsizing in the face of Amazon’s dominance. The new Bryn Mawr location is a…
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Buried History Uncovered in Rosemont—But It’s Going Back Underground
A contractor renovating Ashbridge House in Rosemont recently uncovered a 200-year-old underground cistern while working on the $5 million project, writes Richard Ilgenfritz for Main Line Times & Suburban. The discovery, made beneath a garden patio’s bluestone pavers, prompted immediate consultation with Lower Merion’s historic preservation planner and the township’s Historical Commission. The cistern is…
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The Enduring Impact of Josh Culbreath, Norristown’s Track and Field Icon
The legacy of Norristown’s Josh Culbreath, an all-time great sprinter, continues to inspire generations long after his championship runs, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. Recently honored during Norristown’s Black History Month memorial, Culbreath’s achievements remain a testament to perseverance and excellence. A standout in the 400-meter hurdles, Culbreath won a bronze medal at the…
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Some Eagles Fans Opt to Watch Eagles Parade from Warm Comfort of Regal King of Prussia Movie Theater
A group of Eagles fans who could not make it downtown for the parade instead joined others at the Regal King of Prussia Movie Theater for a watch party, writes Katie Katro for 6abc. “I wanted to be with other fans,” said Angelo Perone, of Honey Brook. “I’m here with my family, my wife and…
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The Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority Now Has a Long Promising Future
The future of the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority (SRPRA) looks promising, writes Karen Shuey for the Reading Eagle. The Berks County commissioners unanimously voted to extend the authority’s existence through June 2072. The vote was contingent on approval from Chester and Montgomery counties. Established in July 2022, the SRPRA aims to lay the groundwork…
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