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Pottstown Hospital Nurses Vote To Approve New Contract, Just In Time To Avoid Strike
Pottstown Hospital nurses voted overwhelmingly last Wednesday to approve a new three-year contract, just before a potential strike, writes Wendy Ruderman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Nearly 300 members of Pottstown Nurses United ratified the contract, with 96 percent voting yes. Following more than nine months of negotiations with hospital leadership, the union representing nurses at…
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Meet the Boomi Scientist Connecting the World from Conshohocken
In Conshohocken, Boomi is tackling one of the digital age’s toughest challenges, writes Jon Stojan for Digital Journal. The artificial intelligence company is connecting siloed systems so a business’s data can flow seamlessly. Principal Data Scientist Swagata Ashwani has led innovations that are reshaping industries worldwide. Her flagship creation, Boomi GPT, uses natural language processing…
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Hatfield’s Josh Jones is a Star in Louisville
Hatfield native Josh Jones has found a second home in Louisville, writes Andrew Robinson for The Reporter. After a standout career at the University of Louisville, the 6-foot-5 defender signed with Louisville City FC in the USL Championship, the league’s top team since joining in 2015. Jones worked his way into the starting lineup midseason.…
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Alex Palumbo and MontComedy Bring Laughs to Skippack’s Dutch Tavern
Montgomery County’s stand-up scene is on the rise, and Alex Palumbo is helping lead the charge. The comedian hosts MontComedy, a monthly showcase at the Dutch Tavern in Skippack, bringing some of the best up-and-comers to an intimate basement venue many comics call perfect for live comedy. “The Dutch has a large local draw, and…
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Black Reserve Bookstore in Lansdale Celebration of Black Voices and History
The Black Reserve Bookstore in Lansdale is a hub for Black culture and community, celebrating Black voices, history, and resilience, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. Since being founded by Shaykh Anwar Muhammad in 2017, the shop has expanded significantly, now occupying four times more space than when it started. It is a gathering…
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Philadelphia Eagles Mascots Noah and Reggie Represent at Elmwood Park Zoo
Norristown’s Elmwood Park Zoo is home to two of the most important members of the Philadelphia Eagles franchise, writes Dave Zangaro for NBC Sports Philadelphia. Noah and Reggie, the zoo’s resident bald eagles, have become fan favorites at training camp and home games, inspiring crowds while promoting wildlife conservation. On a rare break before the…
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North Wales’ John Oates Surprised Fans Encore Performance Featuring a Special Guest
‘80s hitmaker and North Wales native, John Oates, is charting his own path and surprising fans along the way, writes Meredith Gordon for Parade. The former Hall & Oates singer, who split from longtime collaborator Daryl Hall in 2024, is on tour this summer ahead of his solo album, ‘Oates,’ set for release on August…
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Horsham Welcomes Two New Restaurants
Two new restaurants have recently opened in Horsham: Wok N’ Roll Asian Cuisine on Horsham Road and Buona Sera Horsham Ristorante on Easton Road, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Several township officials have taken the time to visit both restaurants since their opening, including Township Manager Bill Walker, Horsham Council President William Whiteside, and…
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BET Investments Proposes New Mixed-Use Town Center and Community in Plymouth Meeting
BET Investments has submitted sketch plans to transform a decades-old office park in Plymouth Meeting into a vibrant mixed-use community, the company announced in a press release. The Conshohocken Ridge Corporate Center would become Plymouth Crossing, a modern live-work-play destination featuring 200 apartments, 20,000 square feet of retail, and a full-service grocery store. The existing…
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Why Older Adults Are Ditching Homeownership in Montco
Older adults are now the fastest-growing group of renters in the region, and Montgomery County is seeing that shift firsthand, writes Michaelle Bond for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Ken Mann, 73, moved from Long Island to Lower Merion this summer to be near his grandchildren. The retired mortgage banker owned homes before, but this time, he…
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Conshohocken’s Idle Steel Mill Property Draws a Bidding War for ‘Generational’ Opportunity
Cleveland-Cliffs, Conshohocken’s former steel mill, is up for grabs and drawing a lot of attention, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia Business Journal. The riverfront property has tapped real estate brokerage Binswanger to sell the idled 66-acre plant tucked between I-76 and the Blue Route. Though currently zoned for industrial use, the site could transform into…
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Bala Cynwyd-Based Susquehanna International Group Settles TikTok Lawsuit by Former Contractors
Bala Cynwyd-based Susquehanna International Group has settled a lawsuit from former contractors who claimed they were entitled to part of the firm’s sizable TikTok stake, writes Jesse Bunch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The agreement was announced on Monday by lawyers for Susquehanna International Group and the plaintiffs, Peter Tan and Zhang Hao, in the Montgomery…
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IKEA and Best Buy Join Forces with Innovative Store-in-Store Partnership
IKEA, headquartered in Conshohocken, and Best Buy have launched a first-of-its-kind in-store partnership, according to Best Buy. The partnership will blend high-tech appliances with smart, stylish home furnishings, all in one seamless shopping experience, While the pilot is starting in 10 stores across Florida and Texas, the concept sets the stage for expansion. The new…
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West Conshohocken’s SERB Pharmaceuticals Enters Deal to Buy Y-mAbs for $412M
SERB Pharmaceuticals, a Belgian drug developer with U.S. headquarters in West Conshohocken, has reached a $412 million deal to acquire Y-mAbs, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Under the terms of the deal, SERB will pay stockholders of the Princeton biopharmaceutical company $8.60 per share in cash. This purchase price represents a premium…
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SPS Technologies May Rebuild on Site of Devastating Abington Fire
Demolition work at the fire-ravaged SPS Technologies facility in Abington is progressing faster than expected, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Commissioner Matt Vahey shared that the above-grade demolition of the Highland Avenue property, destroyed in a five-alarm blaze this past February, should be largely complete by fall. More than 70 fire companies battled the…
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First Bank House of the Week: Historic Gwynedd Valley Estate with Pool and Pond Listed for $2.8M
A stunning estate in Gwynedd Valley has hit the market for $2,805,000, offering an extraordinary blend of historic character, luxury, and privacy. Gypsy Run, set on more than four wooded acres, is a timeless stone manor tucked down a tree-lined drive just a half mile from the Gwynedd Valley train station. . . Steeped in…
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Lower Merion School District Offers Bonus Rebates for Renters, Homeowners
Some Lower Merion and Narberth residents could soon see money back in their wallets thanks to 2024 school tax rebates, writes Denali Sagner for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Homeowners and renters earning $46,520 or less annually may qualify if they also meet one of the following: age 65 or older, age 50+ and widowed, or 18+…
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Montgomery County Launches Agventure 2025: A Bingo Game for Farm Fun
Montgomery County wants its residents to put down their pens and pencils and pick up a pumpkin, writes Main Line Times & Suburban. Now through November 30, residents can take part in Montco Agventure 2025, a hands-on, family-friendly Farm Challenge. Through this challenge, people can connect with the county’s rich agricultural roots, without needing to…
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