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Abington Senior High School Wrestler Wins Gold, Makes HERstory
Sixteen-year-old Grace Clift made wrestling history earlier this month when she won a gold medal for Abington Senior High School, writes Kim Hudson for CBS Philadelphia. The victory was a first for the school and the league. Clift’s gold medal was the first won by a female on the Abington Senior High School wrestling team…
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A Montgomery County Native Is the Barber for Sports Stars, Including Travis Kelce
Pat Regan grew up in Rockledge and graduated from La Salle College High School, but these days he is living a glitzier life as the barber for sports stars, writes Tommy Rowan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Regan recently received a shoutout on an episode of the Kelce brothers’ podcast New Heights. Yes, Travis Kelce is…
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Manayunk’s Taqueria Amor is the Place to Be for Main Line Taylor Swift Fans
This winter Main Line Taylor Swift fans can enjoy the ultimate pop-up, “Taylor Swift’s Love Story,” at Taqueria Amor in Manayunk, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. The pop-up is for fans of all ages, everyone from families to older millennials, and celebrates the beloved pop star with a special menu of 12 Swift-and-Kelce-themed…
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Saint Joseph’s Mackenzie Smith Scores Her 1,000th Career Point Against Dayton
At a game against Dayton last week, Saint Joseph University’s Mackenzie Smith joined the 1,000-point club, writes Mia Messina for The Philadelphia Inquirer. At the beginning of the game, Smith needed just five points to hit her 1,000th career point, joining Tayla Bruger and Chloe Welch who also reached the milestone this year. She hit…
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Lafayette Hill’s Merakey Not Merging with Delaware County Nonprofit After All
In 2023, Lafayette Hill’s Merakey had announced a merger with Elwyn, a Delaware County nonprofit, but according to Behavioral Health News, the agreement is now off, writes Kevin Tierney for More Than The Curve. Both non-profits serve those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The merger would have created a new $1 billion organization of 12,000…
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Longstanding Elkins Park Auto Parts Store to Be Sold in Auction
An important fixture in the Elkins Park community for more than 80 years is being sold in its entirety in an auction, writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. Biello Auto Parts at 7875 Mill Road in Elkins Park first opened its doors in 1937 and now will be sold in a live commercial auction on…
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Chamber of Commerce’s Newspaper Carves a Niche for Print Media in the Digital Age
In a refreshing move amidst the digital age, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County is excited to announce the launch of its new quarterly print publication, The Prospector. This 36-page newspaper aims to serve as a valuable resource for both members and the wider community, featuring a diverse range of content including informative…
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Soak in Some Nature at These Hidden Gems Not Far from Montgomery County
The weekends are for resetting and there is no place better to do that than in nature. Luckily not far from or right inside Montgomery County there are some beautiful hidden gems that make the perfect day trip for nature lovers, writes the Better Living staff. Here is just a sampling of the list they…
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These 2024 Diversity In Business Award Winners Have Ties to Montco
The Philadelphia Business Journal has released its 2024 Diversity In Business Award recipients, and a few of them have ties to Montgomery County, writes Lida Dukart for the journal. Companies continue to make diversity, equity, and inclusion priorities, and to recognize those efforts, the Philadelphia Business Journal each year honors those leaders who are making…
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Jefferson Health Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery is Leaving for Smaller Local Health System
Rohinton Morris, M.D., chief of cardiothoracic surgery at Jefferson Health is heading to Tower Health to serve as the chief there, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. Tower Health is based in Berks County and oversees Pottstown Hospital. On why he is making the move, Morris said that he has grown frustrated with the…
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Space Smash Brings Out-of-This-World Food to Plymouth Meeting Mall
The Plymouth Meeting Mall has a new dining spot with futuristic space vibes and delicious comfort food with a twist, writes Marilyn Johnson for PhillyGrub. The joint concept of Space Smash and Brooklyn Mac & Cheese started as a ghost kitchen — no dining-in — but is now open in the Plymouth Meeting Mall for…
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Philadelphia Realtor Helps People Facing Housing Crisis Through Family Promise Montco
Susan “Suzy” Troemel, a Philadelphia realtor, is using her experience with real estate to help people dealing with a housing crisis through Family Promise Montco, writes Jarmila Gorman for Points of Light. Troemel was working as an elementary school teacher when funding was cut for her research-based literacy work during the pandemic. She decided to…
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Real Fur Has Been Taboo for Years, But Is It Making a Comeback on the Main Line?
Real fur has been a controversial subject for decades, but with the “Mob Wife” look trending, more people on the Main Line seem to be once again donning their old – or even new – fur coats this winter, writes Diane Oliva for the Main Line Tonight. The issue remains an emotional one with ethical…
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Does Gov. Shapiro See a Presidential Run in His Future? Here Is What He Had to Say
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro recently discussed his track record as governor so far and whether he has a desire to run for president someday with Philadelphia Magazine’s Victor Fiorillo. Shapiro has received a lot of national attention so far during his tenure as governor with the repair of I-95 and his public condemnation of antisemitism…
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Bryn Mawr College Event Tackles Finding Solutions to Growing Homelessness Crisis
HealthSpark Foundation based in Colmar recently hosted a conference on the homelessness crisis in Montgomery County at Bryn Mawr College, writes Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. At the event, 250 people came together to brainstorm possible solutions. Participants in “Meeting the Moment: Taking Action on Homelessness and Affordable Housing in Montgomery County” included advocates, developers,…
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Norristown’s Theatre Horizon Brings Back Interactive Family Show
A popular interactive family-friendly show has returned to the Theatre Horizon in Norristown, writes Alicia Vitarelli for 6abc. “Broccoli, Roosevelt & Mr. House” is back and it is as wacky and playful as ever. “If the fun-o-meter drops below 10, we don’t know what happens,” said Justin Jain, who plays Roosevelt. “That’s one of the…
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First Bank House of the Week: Stunning Custom-designed Colonial in Bryn Mawr
A stunning custom-designed colonial home set on 0.98 beautiful acres with six bedrooms and six full and three half bathrooms is available for sale in Bryn Mawr. …. …. This luxurious property is perfectly nestled on a manicured lot and features bespoke finishes throughout. …. …. The home welcomes you with its two-story foyer with…
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Montgomery County Lawyer Opens His Own Law Practice with Help from Ambler Savings Bank
After 25 years as a trial lawyer, Andy Spirt wanted to set up his own law practice to serve his clients better. The Ambler native has spent the majority of his time on personal injury and medical malpractice cases and was ready to make the switch after establishing himself with a Philadelphia-based firm. Last year…
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