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Merck’s Oral Cholesterol Therapy Offers Easier Alternative to Injections
Merck, the pharmaceutical giant with multiple locations across Montco, is reporting success with a new oral cholesterol drug, according to Reuters. The drug, enlicitide decanoate, recently met its main goal in a late-stage trial by reducing LDL (bad cholesterol) levels, which is a major risk factor for heart disease. Merck anticipates patent losses for their…
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The Wardrobe to Celebrate Grand Opening in Norristown
The Wardrobe, a nonprofit dedicated to eliminating clothing insecurity, is coming to Norristown, the organization announced in a press release. The grand opening takes place on Tuesday, September 9. Celebrations take place from 11 AM to 6 PM at the Montgomery County Senior Adult Activities Center, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11:30. The new site…
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Conshohocken-Based Skanska Helps Big Tech Build the Future
Skanska USA Building, one of the nation’s largest general contractors, sees a strong future in data centers, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Executive Vice President Todd Lofgren said demand from tech giants like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft is fueling a surge in facilities across central Pennsylvania, where reliable power is more available…
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Developer Warns of Montco Housing Strain Despite Soaring Costs
Andrew Kaye, former president of the Home Builders Association of Montgomery County who now leads a residential development company operating in the five-county Philadelphia area, noted that building in Pennsylvania is becoming increasingly expensive, writes Michaelle Bond for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “The cost to buy ground is bigger, the cost to develop ground is…
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Study Finds MontCo Summers Are Stretching Weeks Longer
Summer is sticking around in Montgomery County, according to Kasha Patel and Naema Ahmed from the Washington Post. A new analysis shared with WaPo shows that the hottest days of the year are expanding well beyond the calendar definition of summer. Climatologist Brian Brettschneider compared U.S. weather data from 1965-1994 to 1995-2024. He found that…
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King of Prussia Office Complex Defies Market Trends With $68M Sale
An office property near the King of Prussia Mall has bucked regional real estate trends, selling for more than it did a decade ago, writes Noah Zucker for Bisnow. Chicago-based Mesirow Sale-Leaseback Capital acquired the three-building complex at 1170-1190 Devon Park Drive for just under $68 million. The 250,000-square-foot property last sold for $63.5 million…
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Norristown’s Cavan Sullivan Helps Union II to Playoff Spot
Norristown native Cavan Sullivan continues to show why he’s one of the most exciting young talents in U.S. soccer, writes Alex Labidou for Goal. The 15-year-old phenom delivered two key assists on Monday, helping the Philadelphia Union II secure a 2-1 win over FC Cincinnati II. The victory clinched a playoff spot in MLS Next…
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First Bank House of the Week: $1.5M Ambler Dream Home Near Top Upper Dublin Schools
Listed at $1,500,000, this standout residence at 434 Meetinghouse Road in Ambler combines location, space, and thoughtful updates, according to Realtor.com. . . Nestled in the sought-after Maple Glen neighborhood, the home is part of the award-winning Upper Dublin School District, making it an ideal choice for families. Maple Glen Elementary School is just a…
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Merion Park’s David Corenswet to Reprise Role of Superman
David Corenswet, who grew up in Merion Park, will reprise his role as Superman in Man of Tomorrow, the sequel to the mega-hit movie, writes Elizabeth Wellington for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Superman writer James Gunn announced this week on social media that the second movie in the series will hit theaters in July of 2027,…
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Baby Sloth Newest Addition to Elmwood Park Zoo Family
Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown last week added its newest and smallest member, a baby two-toed sloth born to the zoo’s resident sloth, Beanie, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The zoo announced a successful pregnancy, “much to the joy of our veterinary and animal staff members on-hand to witness this mini miracle.” Beanie became…
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Viva Padel & Pickleball Club to Open First Suburban Indoor Club in Flourtown
Viva Padel & Pickleball Club, which opened its first outdoor site in Philadelphia three months ago, plans on launching its first suburban indoor club in Flourtown, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 30,000-square-foot facility will be located at 825 Bethlehem Pike and feature five padel courts and three pickleball courts, along with…
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Bridgeport Pushes Back Against Proposal to Close Sole District Court
Bridgeport could lose its only district court, writes Jesse Bunch for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The courthouse at Fourth and Mill Streets currently handles cases for Bridgeport, parts of Upper Merion, and even Pennsylvania Turnpike Traffic. But with longtime District Justice James P. Gallagher set to retire at year’s end, officials say there’s a proposal to…
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Lil Dicky Reflects on Philly Fandom and the Night of the Eagles’ Super Bowl Win
Dave Burd, better known as rapper Lil Dicky, may live in Los Angeles, but his heart still belongs to Philadelphia sports, Adam Weinrib writes for FanSided. The Cheltenham native grew up surrounded by the passion and intensity of Eagles fans. “I’ve always been a Philly sports fan,” Burd said. “The passion of the Eagles fan…
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Ardmore Candle Shop Owner Faces Urgent Search for Second Kidney
After a 2016 kidney transplant, Chris Holloway, owner of Cork and Candles in Ardmore, is confronting kidney failure once more, writes Chris O’Connell for FOX 29 Philadelphia. Abington native Holloway spent three decades in the mortgage business before becoming a franchise owner selling candles after being diagnosed with the rare kidney disease FSGS. The kidney…
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Oaks-Based Naturaz Expands to H-E-B Stores in Texas, Looking to Raise $1M to Fuel Growth
Naturaz, a hair care company based in Oaks, will expand to Texas supermarket giant H-E-B in November, marking its first market beyond the Mid-Atlantic region, writes Abigail Chachoute for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Mumbi Dunjwa, owner and founder, said that customers will find Naturaz vegan hair products in over 400 locations. Since its 2018 launch,…
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Phillies Bullpen Adds a Hometown Touch With Mayza, Trivino
Two pitchers rooted in Montgomery and Bucks Counties are living the dream, chasing a pennant together with the Philadelphia Phillies, writes Matthew DeGeorge for The Reporter. Upper Perkiomen graduate Tim Mayza and fellow local product Lou Trivino of Upper Bucks Christian grew up just miles apart and both graduated in 2010. Their baseball journeys have…
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New Leash on Life Program Transforms Lives for Dogs and Incarcerated Alike
Rob Rosa, Senior Vice President of Programs at New Leash on Life and a former 12-year resident of the State Correctional Institution at Graterford, helps prepare abandoned dogs for their forever homes by pairing them with incarcerated individuals who train them, write Matt DeLucia and David Chang for NBC10 Philadelphia. Rosa spent his time in…
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Future of Norristown’s Elmwood Park Comes Into Focus with $40M Plan
Elmwood Park will soon undergo a dramatic transformation, writes Rachel Ravina for The Times Herald. During a recent Norristown Municipal Council work session, residents and officials received their first look at a comprehensive draft plan that reimagines the green space, featuring safety upgrades, new recreational amenities, and a proposed community center. The $40.6 million Elmwood…
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