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Pottstown Regional Public Library Feels Impact of Budget Cuts
Due to budget shortfalls, the Pottstown Regional Public Library will reduce its weekly operating hours, reports Evan Brandt for the Pottstown Mercury. Starting this month, the hours will drop to the state minimum 45. The library’s board attributes this change partially to the lack of financial support from Upper and West Pottsgrove townships. Although Lower…
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Lower Merion High School Grad Co-authors Kamala Harris’ New Campaign Song
Fred Goldring, a Wynnewood native and Lower Merion High School grad, has co-written a new Kamala Harris campaign song, writes Dan DeLuca for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Forward (We’re Not Going Back) tune is credited to the Not So Silent Collective, which are Gregg Alexander and Danielle Brisebois of the New Radicals–the pop-rock band best…
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Washington Post: Check Out Montco’s Online Presidential Campaign Donations by ZIP Codes
A recent analysis by the Washington Post offers insights into online presidential campaign donation demographics in key battleground states. A broader view of the donations shows strong support for VP Kamala Harris among suburban women and black voters. On the other hand, Trump is favored by young and rural men. The report reveals that 70%…
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Bryn Mawr Native Kat Dennings is a Voice for Those Who Suffer from Migraines
Actress and Bryn Mawr native Kat Dennings uses her platform to advocate for those who suffer from migraines, reports Cathy Cassata for Heathline. Known for her roles in Marvel films and “2 Broke Girls,” Dennings has battled with the chronic illness since she was 12. She recalls times of debilitating pain so intense that she…
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Conshohocken’s Madrigal Pharmaceuticals Reports Sales Through the Roof
Conshohocken’s Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, saw third-quarter sales soar for its NASH treatment, Rezdiffra, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. With revenue reaching $62.2 million, sales are up 326% from the previous quarter’s $14.6 million. This surge lifted the company’s stock by nearly 16% to $250.06 on Thursday. CEO Bill Sibold expressed the importance of…
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Community Comes Together to Support Breast Cancer Patients at ‘Light The Night Pink’ Fundraiser
The Newtown business community painted the town pink throughout October, raising a record amount for Main St., a nonprofit dedicated to supporting local breast cancer patients, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. During the Light The Night Pink fundraiser, which included the crowning of Mr. Bucks County for 2024, the business community raised more than…
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Ambler’s Heathland Hospitality Group Acquired by Philadelphia’s Aramark
Aramark has acquired Ambler-based Heathland Hospitality Group in an effort to expand its portfolio as well as improve the client experience, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company’s Aramark Refreshments division purchased the Montgomery County hospitality group for an undisclosed amount. Heathland Hospitality Group employs over 100 staff, all of whom can…
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Mitzvah Circle Prepares to Serve Thousands of Families with New Lansdale Facility
Mitzvah Circle, a nonprofit dedicated to meeting the basic needs of families in crisis, celebrated the grand opening of its new facility in Lansdale, writes The Reporter. The facility will enable Mitzvah Circle to mobilize over 4,000 volunteers and assist more than 300,000 people annually, providing essentials such as clothing, soap, diapers, and period products.…
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The Conshohocken Italian Bakery Closed, Leaves Local Sandwich Shops Reeling
After 51 years, Conshohocken Italian Bakery closed its doors for good on Sunday, leaving a significant hole in the Philadelphia area’s sandwich scene, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. For generations, the popular bakery supplied rolls to hundreds of shops in the region that make everything from cheesesteaks and roast porks to chicken Parms…
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A Planned GSK Expansion Pushes Company Beyond Montgomery County
GlaxoSmithKline, the London-based pharmaceutical giant with a substantial presence in Montgomery County and Philadelphia, announced a landmark investment of up to $800 million to expand its Pennsylvania manufacturing operations, reports John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. This new GSK expansion, located in Marietta, Lancaster County, marks GSK’s largest U.S. manufacturing investment to date and…
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Ambler’s RoundRight Software Solutions Maximizes Safety at Psychiatric Hospitals
Ambler-based RoundRight Software Solutions, launched by George Jiruska in 2022, helps maximize patient safety at psychiatric hospitals, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The software is designed to improve how staff at hospitals conduct rounds to check on patient safety. It also makes it easier for hospital administrators to make sure that patient…
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Montgomery County Expects Record Turnout for Mail-In Ballots
Montgomery County has received over 134,000 mail-in ballots, with 193,220 approved applications, writes Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. Officials anticipate historic voter turnout, with 60% of mail-in ballots already submitted, a significant improvement from past elections. County Commissioner Vice Chairman Neil Makhija emphasized the importance of timely ballot returns. “We’re getting to the point where…
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Upper Gwynedd Has Big Plans for Parks and Recreation
Upper Gwynedd Township is in the final stages of developing a comprehensive parks and recreation plan, set to shape the community for decades, writes Dan Sokil for The Reporter. The draft plan emerged from extensive public engagement, including seven public meetings and over 500 survey responses. Consultant Peter Simone highlighted the plan’s focus areas: planning…
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Variety Children’s Charity Debuts Multi-Sport Facility for Kids with Disabilities
On October 29, Variety – the Children’s Charity of the Delaware Valley celebrated the opening of its new multi-sport turf field and refurbished community gym in Worcester for kids with disabilities, writes The Reporter. Local officials attended the ribbon-cutting event, including PA Senator Maria Collett and PA Representative Matt Bradford. The new turf field was…
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First Bank House of the Week: Stunning Revolution-era Stone Home in Conshohocken
A stunning Revolution-era stone home on 2.17 lovely acres with five bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Conshohocken. . . This stunning residence was originally created by uniting centuries-old textile mills that was later transformed into a modern masterpiece by local artisans with exceptional charm and taste. The home…
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North Penn Receives Giant Check for HVAC Upgrades
The North Penn School District has been awarded $575,000 in state funding for HVAC system upgrades at Penndale Middle School, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The grant is part of the $2.5 million awarded to North Penn and Souderton Area School District through the Public School Facility Improvement Grant program. “These grants are an…
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Montgomery County Enables Early Voting for Inmates
Local leaders and prison officials have collaborated to help enable early voting for inmates at the Montgomery County Correctional Facility in the 2024 election, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. Unlike convicted felons, incarcerated individuals awaiting trial as well as inmates convicted of a misdemeanor are eligible to vote. The majority of inmates at Montgomery…
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Montgomery County Tourism is Booming, According to Reports
Montgomery County’s tourism industry set new records in 2023, reports Justin Heinze for the Patch. Last year, visitor spending reached $1.7 billion, contributing to a $2.4 billion economic impact, according to the Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board’s (VFTCB) latest Annual Report. This surge reflects a 7% increase from the previous year and has fueled…
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