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This Weekly Run in Conshohocken Is Building Something Bigger Than Fitness
A growing running group in Conshohocken is turning solo workouts into a shared community experience, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6ABC Action News. The Conshohocken Running Club meets every Saturday morning at Hotel West & Main, welcoming runners of all ages and skill levels. What started as a simple idea has quickly evolved into a social…
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Two Montco Communities Crack Top 10 Best Places to Live List
Montgomery County enjoys the national spotlight, with Ardmore and Penn Wynne earning spots among the top 10 best places to live in the United States, writes Ryan Mulligan for The Philadelphia Business Journal. According to Niche’s 2026 rankings, Ardmore placed No. 7 and Penn Wynne No. 9, both climbing from their positions just outside the…
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A Montgomery County Success Story Comes Full Circle
For Joseph DeSimone, Ph.D., the path to an extraordinary career began close to home. Raised in Norristown, DeSimone grew up in a blue-collar family where college wasn’t often discussed – even if it was quietly expected. His father worked as a tailor at JCPenney, and his mother worked in accounting, but DeSimone would become the…
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King of Prussia’s UGI Ties Brand Rebuild to Return of Philadelphia Cycling Classic
King of Prussia’s UGI Corp. is playing a key role in bringing a major Philadelphia sporting event back to life, writes Emma Dooling for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Through its propane subsidiary AmeriGas, UGI has signed on as the presenting sponsor of the newly revived Philadelphia Cycling Classic, marking the race’s return after nearly a…
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Ardmore’s Long-Awaited SEPTA Station Reopening Brings Relief to Businesses, Riders
Following a six-year renovation that took more than twice its planned timeline, Ardmore’s SEPTA station finally reopened on Monday, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Originally planned for two and a half years, the construction was extended because of supply-chain delays and infrastructure problems that were unpredictable, given the age of the station. Built…
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David’s Bridal’s Next Chapter Is Taking Shape in King of Prussia
King of Prussia-based David’s Bridal is charting a new course as the longtime bridal retailer works to reinvent itself, writes Erin McArthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Under CEO Kelly Cook, the company is expanding beyond its traditional reputation as an affordable dress destination and repositioning itself as a full-service wedding platform. The shift includes new…
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Fans Line Up Before Sunrise for Kobe’s Lower Merion Tribute Sneakers
The release of Nike’s new sneaker, highlighting Kobe Bryant’s Lower Merion roots, is drawing collectors eager to celebrate one of Montco’s most iconic athletes, writes Maggie Prosser for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Nike’s latest collection, which includes Air Force 1 and Dunk Low Protro models, pays tribute to Bryant’s time at Lower Merion High School. Bryant…
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Hatboro’s First Female Fire Marshal Built Her Career in Huntingdon Valley
A Huntingdon Valley firefighter who started volunteering as a teenager is now making history in Montgomery County, writes Ann Rejrat for The Morning Call. Katelyn Valesky, a longtime member of the Huntingdon Valley Fire Company, has been named the first female fire marshal in Hatboro Borough, marking the latest milestone in a career defined by…
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Bradley Cooper Credits Life Experience, Relationship for New Films Hopeful Tone
Bradley Cooper is pulling back the curtain on his creative process as writer and director of his latest film, Is This Thing On?, writes Molly McVety for The Philly Voice. The Jenkintown native offered insights shaped by both personal growth and a distinctly Philadelphia mindset. Cooper recently appeared alongside Guillermo del Toro for Variety’s “Directors…
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Saks Bankruptcy Leaves King of Prussia Store Intact — for Now
Luxury retailer Saks Global, which operates Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The company says the move is aimed at restructuring its finances while remaining in business. For Montgomery County shoppers, the impact appears mixed but relatively limited for now. In Montco,…
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New Mission Kids Facility in Plymouth Meeting Will Support Children Through Healing Process
Mission Kids Child Advocacy Center is preparing to set a new state-of-the-art facility in Plymouth Meeting, writes Justin Heinz for Patch. The new Montco center is designed to support children affected by abuse through every step of the process. The building will feature mock courtrooms and a mock apartment to help young people feel more…
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St. Joe’s Partnership With Barnes Creates New Path Into Museum Education
A growing partnership between Bala Cynwyd’s Saint Joseph’s University and the Barnes Foundation is opening a new path for students interested in museum careers, writes J.F. Pirro for Main Line Today. The collaboration centers on a new fully online graduate program in museum education, designed to prepare future educators to teach through art and objects…
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Blue Bell Inn, Operating Since 1743, Serves Up History and Great Food
The iconic Blue Bell Inn, one of the oldest continually operating inns in the country, serves up a piece of American history with every meal, write Kim Hudson and Casey Kuhn for CBS News. Since 1743, the Montgomery County inn has served guests in the building once called The White House, welcoming a Revolutionary War…
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These Montgomery County Craft Fairs Are Worth a Spring Weekend Trip
Spring craft fair season is giving Montgomery County shoppers plenty of reasons to get out and browse local this month, writes Main Line Today. Among the featured events is the Spring It On! Craft Show on March 14 at Sunnybrook Ballroom in Pottstown. More than 80 vendors are expected, along with a cash bar and…
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Major Horsham Retail Portfolio Listed for $18.3M
A prominent Horsham retail development anchored by Wawa, CVS, and P.J. Whelihan’s has hit the market with a combined asking price of $18.3 million, writes Emma Dooling for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The five-parcel property on Easton Road sits on 7.68 acres at the corner of Route 611 and Blair Mill Road, about three miles…
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Bryn Mawr Hospital Nurses Get Major Boost From Anonymous Donor
Nurses at Bryn Mawr Hospital got an unexpected show of support this week when they learned an anonymous donor had given $1 million to help ease their student loan debt, writes Sharifa Jackson for 6abc Action News The surprise gift will provide relief to 173 applicants, each eligible for grants of up to $3,600. Hospital…
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David’s Bridal Expands Beyond Retail With New Wholesale Push
King of Prussia-based David’s Bridal is launching a wholesale division with designer gowns and boutique-focused services, writes Tatiana Walk-Morris for Retail Dive. David’s Bridal is adding a new business line, launching a wholesale division aimed at boutiques, small businesses, and larger retail partners. The new push will begin with capsule collections featuring more than 50…
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Montco’s Bakery Scene Is on the Rise
Montgomery County is home to more than just history and shopping destinations — it’s also a sweet spot for some of the region’s best bakeries. Michael Klein of the Philadelphia Inquirer highlights the best bakeries in the region including several right here in Montco. Industry experts say bakeries are booming nationwide thanks to small-box economics,…
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