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Bala Cynwyd Billionaire Jeff Yass Turns Poker Into a Wall Street Skill
Bala Cynwyd billionaire Jeff Yass isn’t just a co-founder of the powerhouse trading firm Susquehanna International Group, writes Henry Mance and Charlotte Guckian for the Financial Times. He’s also a lifelong poker enthusiast who sees the game as more than a pastime. At SIG’s Bala Cynwyd headquarters, new hires train on algorithms and markets –…
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North Penn’s Title Hopes End on Rare Balk in Record-Setting Finale
After more than six hours of tension-filled baseball, North Penn High School’s season all came down to a balk, writes Ryan Dunleavy for the New York Post. The team’s run for the 6A state baseball title ended in stunning fashion last Friday night at Penn State, when pitcher Caleb Price was called for a balk…
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Parkview Tower in King of Prussia Heads to Sheriff’s Sale with Over $27M in Debt
Parkview Tower in King of Prussia, owned by West Conshohocken-based real estate firm Keystone, is scheduled to go to sheriff’s sale, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office has listed the 10-story, 221,000-square-foot building on the online auction platform Bid4Assets, with the sale scheduled to take place on July…
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Sprouts Farmers Market Growing Pennsylvania Footprint with Montgomeryville Location
Sprouts Farmers Market is expanding its Pennsylvania footprint with a new Montgomeryville location, which marks its second store in Montgomery County – joining its existing Upper Dublin site – and the seventh in the state, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The grocer is aiming for a July 25 opening of the new store at…
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Norristown’s Asylon Sends Robot Dogs to Guard Major Stadiums
Asylon, a cutting-edge robotics company based in Norristown, is turning heads with its fleet of robot dogs and drones, writes Brendan Brightman and Tim Furlong for NBC 10 Philadelphia. These robotics are now patrolling high-profile venues across the country. From stadiums to manufacturing sites, the Montco startup is redefining what modern private security looks like.…
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King of Prussia Mall Nears Deal to Transform Vacant JCPenney into New Experiences
Big changes are on the horizon for King of Prussia Mall as it moves closer to filling the long-vacant former JCPenney space, Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. General Manager Bob Hart shared that new retail and entertainment concepts are in the works, with an official announcement expected this summer. “This is going to…
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KOP’s David’s Bridal Outpaces Tariffs, Adds New Revenue Stream
King of Prussia’s David’s Bridal is not just adapting to Trump’s tariff policy; it’s expanding, reports Danny Parisi for Glossy. As the global tariffs send wedding costs through the roof, the bridal giant is sidestepping price hikes by moving production out of China and to other countries like Vietnam and Sri Lanka. CEO Kelly Cook…
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Colts Linebacker Zaire Franklin Returns to La Salle College High School to Host Girls Flag Football Event
Zaire Franklin, a linebacker for the Indianapolis Colts, returned to his former stomping ground at La Salle College High School to host a girls flag football event on Saturday, writes Tyler Delpercio for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Franklin’s girls’ flag football jamboree drew over 50 girls from sixth through twelfth grade to the Wyndmoor school, all…
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Abington June Fete Fair and Horse and Pony Show Returns to Joy of Many
After being canceled last year, the annual Jefferson Abington June Fete Fair and Horse and Pony Show returned over the weekend to the delight of many, writes Cheyenne Corin for FOX 29 Philadelphia “It was so disappointing that we couldn’t do it last year but we’re back,” said John Phillips. The event was canceled in…
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SEPTA’s Planned Cuts Threaten Narberth’s Revival
The borough of Narberth masterfully uses its great ‘walkability’ to blend small-town charm with big-city convenience, a dynamic under threat with potential SEPTA cuts, writes Denali Sagner for the Philadelphia Inquirer. SEPTA’s proposed cuts include eliminating the Paoli/Thorndale Line, a backbone for the Main Line communities anda pillar of transit-oriented development. For towns like Narberth…
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Flyers Alumni Bring Walk, Run & Ride Event to Conshohocken for a Good Cause
The Flyers Alumni Association is swapping skates for sneakers and bikes for a special charity event in Conshohocken, the organization announced. The former players invite all from the community to join them for the ‘Flyers Alumni Walk, Run & Ride. Participants can take part in a scenic ride, a heart-pumping 10K, or just a leisurely…
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Colleen Wolfe Talks NFL Stardom, Hoagies, and Her Montco Roots
Colleen Wolfe may be thriving in Los Angeles with her NFL Network position and a new spot on Roku, but the Montco native is still a hometown girl at heart, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. In an interview with PBJ, the Hatboro-Horsham High School alum shares what she misses about home. “The…
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Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers Sues Owner of Shuttered Golf Course in Florida
Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers has sued the owner of a shuttered Florida golf course to enforce a purchase agreement on the 55-acre property, writes Brian Bandell for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The luxury homebuilder filed a complaint through its affiliate Toll Southeast on January 31 in the U.S. District Court in West Palm Beach against…
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Skippack’s Brothers Kershner Brewing Expands to Avondale with The Barrel
Brothers Kershner Brewing Co. is expanding into Chester County with a new taproom, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Barrel by Brothers Kershner is set to open in May. The brewery has signed a lease for a historic two-story stone building at 122 Pennsylvania Ave. in Avondale. The site is previously home…
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Lower Moreland High School Twins Lead Boys and Girls Tennis Teams to Victory
It started as a way to make their mom’s schedule easier but ended in a storybook finish for Lower Moreland High School twins Ava and Gabriel Shapiro, writes Isabella DiAmore for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Forced onto the court at age 7, the Montgomery County siblings eventually fell in love with tennis and, this year, made…
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Elmwood Park Zoo Welcomes Guests to a Nocturnal Adventure
Ever wondered what the animals are up to after dark? Elmwood Park Zoo invites families to find out with its popular Zoo Snooze overnight campouts. The event is a unique, family-friendly adventure held throughout the summer. Open to kids ages 4 and up, the experience includes dinner, a continental breakfast, animal ambassador shows, and even…
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In the Wake of Tragedy, Souderton High School Students Take Project R U OK? to the Capital
After a classmate’s failed suicide attempt, Souderton High School’s Thomas Fedesco knew something had to be done. The high school senior brought his concerns to school administrators and launched Project R U OK? – a student-led initiative aimed at making mental health resources more visible, accessible, and supported. Project R U OK has since grown…
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Montco State Rep Greg Scott Wants to Shrink PA’s School Districts
Montgomery County State Rep. Greg Scott believes Pennsylvania’s 500 public school districts may be too many, writes Matthew Rink for Philly Burbs. Scott represents the 54th District, covering Conshohocken, Plymouth Township, and Norristown. He recently announced plans to introduce legislation that would direct the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study what it would take…
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