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Will Jeff Yass Get Trump to Keep his Word on TikTok?
With a U.S. TikTok ban looming, some speculate that Donald Trump’s return to the presidency might offer the app a lifeline, writes Chloe Berger for Fortune. Key to this theory is Jeff Yass, the Bala Cynwyd billionaire and Trump ally with significant stakes in TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance. Yass’s Susquehanna International Group holds a 15%…
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How Does the Life Expectancy in Montgomery County Compare to the Rest of PA?
Life expectancy in the United States has climbed by nearly seven years over the past half-century, writes Stacker. It rose from 70.8 in 1970 to 77.5 in 2022, according to the CDC. Factors influencing lifespan range from genetics and lifestyle habits to diet, weight, and physical activity. However, where you live also plays a significant…
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Bucks County Man, Supported by Local Venture Capitalist, Competing for Pennsylvania GOP Chair Position
Ted Christian, a Bucks County native and state director for the Trump campaign in 2016, is running for the Pennsylvania GOP chair position, writes Julia Terruso for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Christian made the announcement during a Pennsylvania Society event in Manhattan. During that same Young Republicans event, Bucks County venture capitalist Paul Martino, who funded…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Cuts Ribbon on New PFAS Treatment System at Hatboro Well Station
Aqua Pennsylvania recently cut the ribbon on its new PFAS treatment system at its Hatboro well station, ensuring 13,000 people in Montgomery County now have cleaner drinking water, reports CBS News Philadelphia. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, PFASs are a group of widely used, long-lasting chemicals whose components degrade at an extremely slow…
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Friends of the Freight House Closer than Ever to Restoring Local Landmark
Lansdale’s historic Freight House is closer to its long-planned revival thanks to Friends of the Freight House, writes Dan Sokil for The Reporter. The Friends of the Freight House campaign aims to transform the century-old station on Broad Street into a Welcome Center and event venue. Discover Lansdale volunteer Bruce Schwartz shared updates this week,…
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Perkiomen Creek Nominated for Pennsylvania River of the Year
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) invites locals to vote for the 2025 Pennsylvania River of the Year, writes Colleen McDonough for the PA Organization for Watersheds and Rivers. Among the nominees is the Perkiomen Creek, a 37.7-mile tributary of the Schuylkill River flowing through Montgomery, Berks, and Lehigh counties. Online voting is…
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The Third ‘A Philly Special Christmas’ Album Breaks Record
The third installment of the Eagles charity album, A Philly Special Christmas Party, recorded in Conshohocken, is breaking records with its debut, according to a staff report from KYW Newsradio. The record set a new milestone, by achieving the largest sales in a week for a holiday release on vinyl in the modern era. According…
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Montgomery County’s Population Trend Bucks Statewide Average
While Pennsylvania’s population struggles to grow, Montgomery County stands out with a 1% increase from 2022 to 2023, bucking the statewide average of stagnation and decline, writes Jess Thomson for Newsweek. Surrounding counties tell a mixed story: Bucks and Delaware Counties saw no growth, Chester County enjoyed a 3% increase, and Philadelphia County suffered a…
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JP Orleans to Bring Riverfront Community to King of Prussia
Conshohocken-based JP Orleans is planning to develop a 119-unit residential community on a premier 18-acre parcel along the Schuylkill River in King of Prussia, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The project, called the River Trail at Valley Forge, will feature a mix of two-story carriage houses and three-story townhouses. Pre-sales have already…
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Montgomery County’s Gail Weilheimer Appointed Federal Judge
Montgomery County Common Pleas Judge Gail Weilheimer has been confirmed to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, reports Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The U.S. Senate approved her nomination on Tuesday by a narrow 50-48 vote. Weilheimer has served as a judge on the Montgomery County bench since 2014.…
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Blue Bell’s Unisys Goes In-House for New CEO, Michael Thomson
Unisys COO Michael Thomson will take over for Peter Altabef in April as CEO and president, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Altabef, who served at the helm for a decade, will remain as board chair, a role he has held since 2018. Thomson joined Unisys in 2015, serving as CFO before becoming…
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When Will The Northeast Extension Project be Completed?
Progress continues on widening the PA Turnpike’s Northeast Extension, writes Evan Jones for The Morning Call. Still, travelers will wait until at least 2026 for six lanes to fully open between mile marker 38 and the Quakertown Interchange (exit 44). In its 2024 construction review, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) reported $286 million spent statewide…
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St. Joe’s Student Remembers NFL Star Saquon Barkley as Her Babysitter
Maisey Hartman, a St. Joseph’s University student, knows Saquon Barkley not just as an NFL star with two Pro Bowl appearances, but as her former babysitter, writes Alex Coffey for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Hartman grew up in Whitehall, two miles from Coplay, where Barkley lived. She met the NFL star, who joined Philadelphia Eagles this…
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Rosemont’s Mary ‘Mae’ Warner Reflects on Her Service During WW2
Mary “Mae” Warner, 100, a resident of The Mansion at Rosemont, reflects on her service during and after World War II, writes Richard Ilgenfritz for Main Line Times & Suburban. Inspired by patriotism following the 1941 Pearl Harbor attack, Warner longed to join the military but had to wait until turning 20 in 1944. Choosing…
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Pottstown Animal House Project Helps Pets with Families Facing Financial Struggles
Animal House Project in Pottstown offers support and resources to families struggling to afford care for their four-legged companions, reports Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. The initiative provides people with necessities for their pets, including food, brushes, and toys. “Animal House Project operates a companion and rescued pet food pantry,” said Marybeth Yannessa, board president of…
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Toll Brothers’ Footprint in Arizona Expands with Massive 700-Home Project
Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers, alongside Lennar Corp. and Shea Homes, has secured nearly 300 acres of state land in Peoria, Arizona, to develop a new housing community, writes Angela Gonzales for Philadelphia Business Insider. The partnership acquired the land through a $46.9 million auction held by the Arizona State Land Department on November 25. The…
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KOP’s David’s Bridal Introduces On-Demand Delivery with DoorDash
David’s Bridal, headquartered in King of Prussia, has partnered with DoorDash to offer brides, bridesmaids, and special occasion shoppers on-demand delivery, according to a staff report from the Chain Store Age. Shoppers can now receive David’s Bridal’s selection of dresses, shoes, and accessories in under an hour after they place their order. “Whether you prefer…
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Jenkintown Celebrates 150th Anniversary
The borough of Jenkintown invites residents to celebrate its 150th anniversary on Sunday, December 10, at 11 A.M. in the Town Square, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Borough officials describe the event as a “momentous celebration,” honoring Jenkintown’s rich history, close-knit community, and promising future. The ceremony will feature a variety of activities highlighting…
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