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Gladwyne Market Closes After Sale, Plans for “Community Hub” Emerge
A cherished piece of Lower Merion life is closing its doors, writes Denali Sagner for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Gladwyne Market will soon shut down following the sale of its building to RMR Property Holdings for $5 million earlier this year. The small-town grocery store has anchored the corner of Righters Mill and Youngs Ford Roads…
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Bryn Mawr’s Aly McBride Takes Secondhand Advocacy to Capitol Hill
Bryn Mawr businesswoman Aly McBride recently joined eBay CEO Jamie Iannone and top sellers from across the country on Capitol Hill, writes Richard Ilgenfritz for Main Line Times & Suburban. McBride went to D.C. to share how the platform has empowered small businesses and strengthened local economies for three decades. McBride’s journey began in 2007…
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Local Libraries Offer Free Access to More Than 30 Museums
Montgomery County’s public library system gives residents on a budget the opportunity to visit more than 30 Pennsylvania museums at no cost, writes Lily Henderson for the Main Line Today. Free museum passes are not a new concept. According to Eileen Hallstrom, director of development at Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library, “they’ve been popular for years”…
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Lower Merion, Amtrak Seek Developer for New Ardmore Station Garage
Lower Merion Township could soon be inviting developer proposals for a 500-space parking garage that would be adjacent to Ardmore train station, with additional commercial uses allowed, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. In partnership with Amtrak, the township has been considering plans to build a parking garage on the one-acre site for…
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Bryn Mawr College Offering Zero Tuition for Eligible Students Starting in Fall 2026
As part of the Bryn Mawr Beacon Initiative, Bryn Mawr College is offering to cover 100 percent of undergraduate tuition for eligible students who will be starting in fall 2026, writes Matt Coughlin for KYW Newsradio. The initiative builds on a 2024 program that eliminates federal student loan debt for students whose family income is…
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Norristown’s Quinn Sullivan Tops Union Trio on MLS 22 Under 22 List
Major League Soccer released their prestigious 22 Under 22 list with Philadelphia Union’s Quinn Sullivan among the ranks, writes Owen Hewitt for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Norristown native Quinn Sullivan, 21, ranked sixth overall, the highest of the Union’s three honorees. A product of the Union’s elite academy, Sullivan tallied 11 goal contributions before suffering a…
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Despite Government Shutdown, Valley Forge National Park Remains Open
Despite the government shutdown, Valley Forge National Historical Park is remaining open, with some employees furloughed and others working without pay, writes Yukare Nakayama for NBC10 Philadelphia. “Me and my buddy ride the trails here on our bikes,” said one visitor. “It’s a beautiful park, it’s a great day.” “It’s a beautiful place full of…
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Norristown Breaks Ground on the Highly Anticipated Freight Station
A long-awaited project is finally taking shape in Norristown, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. County officials broke ground this week on the Trail Junction Center, a $4.7 million investment that will transform the historic former Norristown Freight Station into a vibrant hub along the Schuylkill River Trail. The center will anchor the point where the…
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St. Aloysius Academy in Bryn Mawr Celebrates 130th Anniversary
St. Aloysius Academy in Bryn Mawr is celebrating 130 years of faith and learning in the community, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. “We’re here 130 years,” said Sister Margaret Fagan IHM, St. Aloysius Academy Principal. “What a tradition at St. Aloysius Academy.” The celebratory week was filled with fun events that ranged from…
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Lower Merion’s Gun Sale Restrictions Overturned in State Ruling
Commonwealth Court has struck down Lower Merion Township’s attempt to use zoning ordinances to dictate where gun shops can operate, writes Katie Bernard and Abraham Gutman for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The ordinance, passed in 2023 after the opening of Shot Tec in Bala Cynwyd drew community backlash, sought to confine federally licensed dealers to strip…
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Collegeville’s Pfizer Campus Wins 75 Percent Tax Assessment Cut
The Bridge at Collegeville, one of Montco’s largest office campuses, just saw its tax burden shrink dramatically, writes Paul Schedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. After two rounds of appeals, the assessed value of the 340-acre site dropped by more than 75 percent. This cut the owners’ property tax bill from $7.8 million to $1.9…
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How 24,000 Guy Fieri’s Tequila Bottles Got Stolen in Elaborate Heist Before Reaching Lansdale
Around 24,000 bottles of Santo Tequila, a special drink by Guy Fieri and his partner, Van Halen frontman Sammy Hagar that was set to launch last year, were stolen before reaching the Lansdale warehouse in an elaborate heist, writes Miguel A. Melendez for Men’s Journal. The operation was orchestrated in Armenia, revealed Fieri during his…
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Josh Shapiro Flexes Political Influence with Large Donation to Democratic Party
Abington’s Josh Shapiro has yet to formally launch his reelection campaign, but he’s already flexing political muscle, writes Brett Sholtis for the Philadelphia Inquirer. This week, Shapiro donated $250,000 to the Pennsylvania Democratic Party. This coincided with the appointment of longtime ally Larry Hailsham Jr. as the party’s new executive director. Hailsham, a Pittsburgh native,…
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CSL Laying Off 55 Vifor Employees at King of Prussia In 15 Percent Workforce Reduction
CSL is laying off 55 employees from Vifor subsidiary assigned to its King of Prussia office in a 15 percent workforce reduction announced in August, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “Following a thorough assessment of our business needs and the broader economic environment, we have reorganized our field-based teams to support our…
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KOP-Based David’s Bridal Announces 6 New Partners, Expands Digital Marketplace
King of Prussia–based David’s Bridal is expanding its reach far beyond gowns, the company announced in a press release. The wedding-ware giant unveiled a fresh lineup of products and partner brands designed to make it a one-stop destination for life’s big moments. The nation’s largest bridal retailer is rolling out curated offerings across fashion, beauty,…
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First Round of Tickets for Netflix House in King of Prussia Available for Sale
Netflix House, the first of its kind in the world, opens on November 12 at King of Prussia Mall, with tickets now available for the first round of sales, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Admission to the 100,000-square-foot venue is free, but tickets are required for special experiences. AAdvantage Mastercard credit card holders…
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Mission Kids Receives $62,500 Boost Toward Child Advocacy Center in Plymouth Meeting
East Norriton’s Mission Kids Child Advocacy Center just received a $62,500 matching grant from The Foxwynd Foundation, the company announced in a press release. The grant provides a major boost to its $18 million capital campaign. The funds will support construction of a new Child Advocacy Center and Regional Training Facility in Plymouth Meeting, slated…
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First Bank House of the Week: Glass House in Gladwyne Redefines Main Line Luxury Living
For $7,950,000, this striking Gladwyne estate known as The Glass House delivers modern architecture and unmatched privacy on the Main Line. . . Spanning 16,000 square feet, the residence is a masterwork of glass, stone, wood, and steel, designed by two Parisian architects who envisioned a seamless blend of luxury and nature. . . Nestled…
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