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This Local Brewery Is on the Pennsylvania Grain to Glass Brewery Trail
Forest & Main Brewing in Ambler is part of the Pennsylvania Grain to Glass Brewery Trail, which focuses on breweries that are dedicated to using local malted grains as well as other local brewing ingredients, writes Emily Kovach for the PA eats. Forest & Main Brewing was co-founded in 2012 by Gerard Olson and Daniel…
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After a Big 2023, Jenkintown Food Cupboard Wants to Buy a Glenside Warehouse
The Jenkintown Food Cupboard set many records in 2023 and is now looking to improve on its already stellar results this year by taking the first steps in purchasing a warehouse in Glenside, writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. Last year, the Jenkintown Food Cupboard made more than 12,000 grocery visits to families in Montgomery…
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First Bank House of the Week: Gorgeous Brick-Front Colonial in North Wales
A gorgeous brick-front colonial on 0.58 lovely acres with four bedrooms and two full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in North Wales. … … This Chesterfield Federal model features an attractive two-story central hall with a turned staircase. The living room and dining room have crown molding and are perfect for entertaining.…
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North Montco Junior and Senior Carpentry Students Engage in Full-Scale Learning Experience
North Montco Technical Career Center’s commitment to providing students with real-world skills is evident in the hands-on approach taken by teachers. This year, juniors and seniors in Jamal Kirby’s Carpentry class are immersed in a unique and practical learning experience – a temporary full-scale build project conducted right in their classroom lab. The ambitious project…
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Ross & Co. Continues Preparations to Replace Bernie’s in Hatboro in 2024
Ross & Co., the restaurant that will replace Bernie’s in Hatboro, may take a bit longer than expected to finish the revamping process and open its doors to eager patrons, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. A banner currently hanging from the building states that the new eatery from the owners of popular GypsyBlu in Ambler…
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A Southern California Jewelry Brand Is Opening a Second Philadelphia-area Location
Gorjana, based in Laguna Beach, California, first broke into the Philadelphia market with a Rittenhouse Square store, and now is opening its second Philadelphia-area location early this year, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. The second location will open on February 1st in Ardmore’s Suburban Square. The 1,789-square-foot store will be located at 29…
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Weavers Way Co-op Marks Fourth Anniversary of Its Vendor Diversity Program
Weavers Way Co-op, a member-owned cooperative grocery with an Ambler location, recently celebrated both its 50th anniversary and the fourth anniversary of its Vendor Diversity Program, writes Bridget Goldschmidt for the Progressive Grocer. The successful program highlights makers and artisans of color from the greater Philadelphia area. It offers selected vendors with assistance and support…
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Orioles Player Aims to Build on His Hitting Streak with Help of a Montco Coach
Ryan O’Hearn, first baseman for the Baltimore Orioles, had a great hitting streak last season and aims to improve on that with the help of a Montgomery County hitting coach, writes Todd Karpovich for PressBox. 2023 was a breakout season for O’Hearn who had previously played for the Kansas City Royals for 5 seasons where…
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Wall Street Journal Video Explains the Strategies Behind IKEA’s Success
The Conshohocken-based major furniture retailer IKEA continues to show it has a winning formula when it comes to selling furniture. But what exactly is that formula? In a video report called “The ‘IKEA Effect:’ Behind the Company’s Business Model, The Wall Street Journal explains how the purposeful design of story layouts and its products have…
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Flourtown Couple Brings Family Adventure to East Norriton as New Owners of Urban Air
Brian and Melissa Halligan of Flourtown are the new owners of Urban Air in East Norriton. They added the trampoline park to their portfolio to provide families with more opportunities to have fun and create memories together, writes Kevin Tierney at More Than The Curve. Urban Air is an indoor adventure park that caters to…
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Starting January 7, It Will Be More Expensive to Take the Pennsylvania Turnpike
Motorists traveling the Pennsylvania Turnpike between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh will soon have to pay 5 percent more, writes John Paul Titlow for PhillyVoice. The increase will take effect on January 7. The toll is increasing from $1.80 to 1.90 more for E-ZPass customers and from $4.40 to $4.70 for passenger vehicles using the Toll By…
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Some Montco Residents Took the Polar Bear Plunge to Ring in New Year
For the 15th year, Montgomery County residents celebrated New Year’s Day by taking a polar bear plunge at Pottstown’s Riverfront Park, writes staff at 69 News WFMZ. Some believe that dipping in the chilly water is good for their health while others just love how refreshing it feels. The yearly plunge into the Schuylkill River…
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New Porsche Studio in King of Prussia Mall Takes Visitors on Interactive Journey
The Porsche Studio recently opened its doors in King of Prussia Mall. The platform offers customers a unique level of brand inclusion and the ability to view and interact with display vehicles as well as buy Porsche Design merchandise. Visitors can also enjoy fresh drinks and snacks at the incorporated coffee bar. Several select models…
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VFTCB CEO Optimistic About Future of Tourism in Montgomery County
Mike Bowman, president and CEO of Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board, recently spoke to Donna Rovins for The Reporter about the future of tourism in Montgomery County. Bowman said that 2023 was a good year and he is hopeful that 2024 visitor spending will finally surpass pre-pandemic levels. It was very close in 2023.…
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An Infusion of Premium Chocolate, Peanut Butter Creates a Sweetly Tempting Ale
Souderton-based Asher’s Chocolate and Conshohocken Brewing Company have joined forces to create an indulgent treat: an autumn ale crafted with peanut butter and chocolate, writes Rahul Kalvapalle for the Trend Hunter. The Chocolate Peanut Butter Autumn Ale uses high-quality Asher’s chocolate, pumpkin, vanilla, and peanuts. Infusing peanut butter and chocolate into the beer gives the…
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Bryn Athyn Might Be Small, But the Montgomery County Town Has Lots to Offer
Bryn Athyn, measuring only 1.93 square miles, is a petite, picturesque borough in Montgomery County with plenty to offer visitors and residents alike, writes Melissa Jacobs for the Main Line Tonight. Bryn Athyn is home to Bryn Athyn Cathedral, Bryn Athyn College, and Glencairn Museum, all centered on the General Church of the New Jerusalem.…
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A Bryn Mawr Startup Wants to Help You Return Unwanted Holiday Gifts
For most families just when all the holiday gift shopping and unwrapping is done, the chore of returning gifts that are the wrong size or color commences, writes Ryan Mulligan for PHLINNO. This year that chore can be a lot easier with the help of a Bryn Mawr startup. Dropupp will pick up packages and…
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Main Line Restaurant Facebook Wars: What Do Members Really Want?
Opinions can draw people together or pull them apart. This is particularly true when it comes to opinions about restaurants. That desire to share culinary experiences has spawned many Main Line Restaurant Facebook groups, including Main Line Food Talk, Main Line Restaurant Reviews, Main Line Restaurant Specials, The Real Main Line Restaurant Reviews, and The…
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