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Blue Route Shoulder Expansion Could Ease Montco Traffic Jams
Traffic on the Blue Route is a constant source of frustration for commuters, reports Michael Tanenbaum for the Philly Voice. The 20-mile part of Interstate 476 in Delaware and Montgomery counties is prone to frequent jams during rush hour. The expressway links Interstate 95 to the Pennsylvania Turnpike and the Northeast Extension. On a typical…
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Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary Downsizing: A 150-Year Legacy Finds New Homes for Art
After 150 years, Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary is downsizing, reports Joe Holden for CBS Philadelphia. The Catholic seminary is moving from its sprawling 73-acre campus in Lower Merion to a much smaller space in Ambler. There are a lot of moving parts in a transition this big. Some things, however, will not be moving along…
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Fight on Makenna Foundation: Pottstown Dad Champions Quality of Life for Pediatric Cancer Families
After losing his daughter to leukemia six years ago, Rich Massi of Pottstown started the Fight On Makenna Foundation to help children and families dealing with pediatric cancer, writes Racquel Williams for KYW Newsradio. “Our mission is pretty simple,” said Massi. “We decided to really focus on improving the quality of life for the kids…
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Dysolve AI Helped Student Overcome Dyslexia, Go to College
East Greenville’s Truly Heft graduated from high school thanks to help from Dysolve AI, writes Stephen Williams for WHYY. Heft struggled in high school due to a dyslexia diagnosis. The disability affects reading and writing comprehension making studying a difficult task for any student. After trying private tutors, Heft’s family discovered Dysolve AI. The software…
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United Way Of Bucks County Receives $2.9M Grant
The United Way of Bucks County can expand its facilities with a new site in Levittown, reports Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. A $2.9 million Community Project Funding Grant comes their way. Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick secured the grant introduced into the FY2024 Consolidated Appropriations Act. The initiative provides Congress with an opportunity to target federal…
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Susquehanna International Group Trains its Bala-Cynwyd Traders with Poker
Bala Cynwyd-based Susquehanna International Group expects all young traders who join the trading giant to spend a minimum of 100 hours playing cards during their ten-week training program, writes Gunjan Banerji for The Wall Street Journal. As soon as the stock market closes, they often head directly to a dedicated poker room at the firm’s…
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Gratz College Unveils ‘Hidden’: A New Musical Celebrating Holocaust Survivor Ruth Kapp Hartz’s Story
Gratz College in Elkins Park premiered their new musical, “Hidden” last weekend, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. The musical is based on the real life experience of Holocaust survivor and Jenkintown local Ruth Kapp Hartz. As a child, Hartz spent three years on the run with her Jewish family from the Nazis in France. Her…
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Art of the State Awards: Montco Artists Take Top Honors
The State Museum of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg announced the winners of the Art of the State Awards and Montgomery County was among the top. Now in its 57th year, the Art of the State Awards is an annual showcase highlighting great artists from across Pennsylvania. The awards have five categories: craft, sculpture, painting, photography and…
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SEPTA Reducing Remote Work for Office Employees
SEPTA will reduce the number of remote work days for its nonunion administrative workers from November 4, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to general manager Leslie Richards, office employees can only use one remote work day per week. “We love the increase in activity we’re seeing throughout our system,” said Richards. “With…
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Morgan Properties Moves Headquarters to Conshohocken
Morgan Properties officially moved its headquarters to Conshohocken from King of Prussia, reports Kevin Tierney for More Than the Curve. The apartment rental agency held a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 4 for their new home at the Millennium Complex along the Schuylkill River. The move began in 2018 when they purchased the three office…
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Pet Medic Offers Relief for Furry Friends in King of Prussia
Veterinary urgent care Pet Medic opened in King of Prussia, report Stephanie Stahl and Brad Nau for CBS News. The urgent care offers an alternative to local pet owners who need quick medical assistance that might not necessitate the veterinary hospital. The facilities treats things like a cough or infection. Pet Medic’s practice manager, Melanie…
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Terror Thon Returns to the Hiway Theater in Jenkintown
Jenkintown’s Hiway Theater welcomes all horror fans to their second Terror Thon, reports Glenside Local. The event takes place Friday September 27 through Saturday September 28th and caters to all different subgenres of horror. The two-day movie marathon kicks off Friday with a special screening of Bucks County paranormal investigator Eric Mintel’s documentary exploring the…
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Willow Grove SDA Food Pantry Gets Massive Grant from County
On Tuesday, Montgomery County Commissioners wrote a check for local food drives across the county for $500,000 and presented it to the Willow Grove SDA Food Pantry, reports John Worthington for Main Line Media News. The county made an identical donation last year, bringing the total contribution to $1 million. September is Hunger Action Month…
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Weckerly’s Ice Cream Opens a Second Location in King of Prussia
Weckerly’s opened a second shop in King of Prussia and celebrates with free treats, reports Kristin Hunt for The Philly Voice. A Fishtown favorite, Weckerly’s Ice Cream has moved out to the suburbs. Its second location is now located near the Nordstrom in the King of Prussia Mall. As a special launch event, Weckerly’s promises…
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Charlie the Cat, the Unofficial Mayor of Lansdale Neighborhood Remembered
A Lansdale community recently honored the memory of the town’s unofficial mayor, Charlie the Cat, after his unexpected death, report Josh Sanders and Will Kenworthy for CBS News Philadelphia. Many residents considered Charlie and his brother Sonny the heart and soul of the White’s Road Park neighborhood. The pair were well known throughout the community due to their love…
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Ambler: Montgomery County’s Answer to Jim Thorpe
Jim Thorpe might be the mainstay for vacationers in Pennsylvania looking to get away, but Ambler is a great local alternative, reports Joseph Adebisi for The Travel. Ambler combines great entertainment with a touch of nature. Visitors can enjoy family friendly entertainment and a wide variety of restaurants. Food and music festivals are held throughout…
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Bachelor Favorite Joey Graziadei Joins Dancing with the Stars
Former Bachelor star and Collegeville native, Joey Graziadei will join the cast of the upcoming season of Dancing with the Stars, reports Emily Bloch for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The ABC show revealed its roster for the upcoming season on Wednesday, confirming Graziadei’s participation. The 29-year old West Chester alum will be dancing alongside partner Jenna…
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Mediterranean-style Gladwyne Mansion Hits Market for $4.975M
A six-bedroom, seven-bathroom Mediterranean-style Gladwyne home with almost 10,000 square feet of living space recently hit the market for $4.975 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Main Line residence lies on 2.8 attractive acres near The Philadelphia Country Club. The private golf club is one of the top clubs in the region.…
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