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Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority Developing a Service Plan
As part of its efforts to restore passenger rail service from Reading to Philadelphia with a stop in Pottstown, the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority is hiring a firm to develop a service plan, writes Karen Shuey for the Reading Eagle. The plan will include an analysis of current operations and a look at forecasts…
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A Cheltenham Grad is LinkedIn’s First-Ever Chief Operating Officer
Dan Shapero, a 1996 Cheltenham High School graduate, is making a name for himself at the business and employment-focused social media platform LinkedIn, writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. Not only is he celebrating his second anniversary as the company’s first-ever Chief Operating Officer, but he has also helped it exceed $15B in revenue. In…
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Limerick Homegrown Produce & Trading Post Has a Passion for Organically Grown Vegetables
The owners of Limerick Homegrown Produce & Trading Post, Michael Panamarenko and his partner Jessie Kanagie, specialize in certified organically grown vegetables on their nine-acre farm, writes Courtney H. Diener-Stokes, for Main Line Times & Suburban. They and their daughters have a passion for the fresh, organic vegetables they grow. So much so that Panamarenko…
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Plymouth Community Ambulance Donates 7,000 Toys to Children in Hospitals
Plymouth Community Ambulance in Plymouth Meeting recently donated 7,000 toys to children staying at two major hospitals, writes Annie McCormick for 6abc. This year was the 14th year for its annual “Operation Christmas Kid” toy run organized by Chief Thomas Trojansky. “We’ve had so many local businesses help, we have close to 70 collection boxes,”…
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Montgomery County Has All Your Indoor Fun Activities for the Winter
When the temperatures plummet and the snow finally arrives, Montgomery County has all your fun, winter activities to keep you busy all season long, writes Julia King for Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board. Stay warm while having fun with these indoor activities. Indoor Ice Skating Get your heart pumping with some cardiovascular exercise on…
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Holy Mackerel! King of Prussia Offers a Trio of Seafood Delights
King of Prussia has some exceptional seafood restaurants, according to the Keystone Local Guide. Using data from Yelp and Google Maps, the staff at the Keystone Local Guide ranked three King of Prussia restaurants as being the best at bringing delicious cuisine from the depths of the ocean. Eddie V’s Prime Seafood Located at 670…
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KMM Group Overcomes Hurdles to Establishing Hatboro Global Headquarters
Despite hitting some challenges in its quest to establish its global headquarters in Hatboro, Precision Machining and Grinding Company KMM Group has received its permanent certificate of occupancy for the facility. The company said this is an important step as it completes its relocation to the new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in January. “Despite harrowing challenges,…
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Drool-worthy: Bite into These 6 Must-Try Sandwiches in Norristown
The staff at Keystone Local Guide have curated a delicious listing of 6 sandwich shops in Norristown that will surely deliver when it comes to taste. The rankings are based on data from Yelp and Google Maps. Located at 414 E Main Street, Lou’s Sandwich Shop is an old-school diner with a warm, family-friendly atmosphere.…
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A Narberth Retired Decorated Navy Lieutenant Commander Is Remembered
Bernard M. Hillman, a retired decorated Navy lieutenant commander and longtime facility manager, passed away on Saturday, December 2 at his home in Narberth, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. During his U.S. Navy service, he saw action during four major invasions during World War II and earned the Navy and Marine Corps Medal…
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StoneBridge Healthcare Still Wants in on Sale of Tower Health
Bucks County’s StoneBridge Healthcare has been interested in purchasing Tower Health for a while, but so far, no deal has been made, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. In another attempt to be involved in the sale of the health system that includes Pottstown Hospital in western Montgomery County, StoneBridge Healthcare may be entering…
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Norristown Appoints Philadelphia Inspector as Its First Female Police Chief
Jacqueline Bailey-Davis, a Philadelphia police staff inspector, will be Norristown’s new police chief, writes Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. Baily-Davis is Norristown’s first female police chief. She will lead a department of 55 patrol officers, seven detectives, data analysis section and a command staff. “Dr. Bailey-Davis will bring a vast career of community service and…
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CRB Relocates Philly Operations to Seven Tower Bridge Building in Conshohocken
CRB, a global provider of engineering, architecture, and construction solutions to life sciences and food and beverage industries, has moved its Philadelphia-area operations to Conshohocken, according to the company. The company will now operate out of the new Seven Tower Bridge building in Conshohocken. The 26,670-square-foot office will be home to more than 150 CRB…
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Philadelphia-area Housing Market Showing Signs of Loosening
Despite months of growing prices and high mortgage rates, the Philadelphia-area housing market is starting to show signs of loosening, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The median home sale price in November was $355,000 in the region, which is 7.6 percent higher than the previous year. That is also a 1.4 percent…
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Owner of Fitman Performance & Physique Center Shares How to Get in Contest Shape
As an NGA Pro Natural Bodybuilder and USATF Masters Sprinter, Eric “Fitman” Brown, the owner of Fitman Performance & Physique Center in Roslyn, knows well how much time it takes to get in the type of shape needed to win a natural bodybuilding competition, writes Ryan Genova for the Glenside Local. “The first thing that…
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Upper Moreland Assistant Basketball Coach Making Memories Coaching Son
When Jason Campbell was head boys’ basketball coach at Central Bucks South, he never had the chance to attend his son Colson’s games at Upper Moreland High School. Now as assistant coach of his son’s team at Upper Moreland, he is right there enjoying the thrill of the game with him, writes Tom Moore for…
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Creamery Tire Looking for the Right Balance of Technology and Manpower
Creamery Tire Inc. in Skippack is a second-generation family-owned tire dealer that has grown by leaps and bounds in its 35 years of business, writes Joy Kopcha for Modern Tire Dealer. The business now has four stores: Creamery, Chalfont, East Norriton, and Phoenixville. However, the Phoenixville store is currently closed because of a staffing shortage.…
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Get a Glimpse into How Asher’s Chocolate Co. Makes Such Yummy Treats
Asher’s Chocolate Co. in Souderton is an expert at making yummy treats after more than 130 years devoted to the craft, writes Amanda Brady for Localish. The company was started in 1892 by Chester Asher and the business is still in the family today. While Asher’s Chocolate Co. is a well-known name, not many people…
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Your Guide to Finding Santa Claus Around Montgomery County This Weekend
If you haven’t visited the big guy just yet this holiday season, don’t worry there are still plenty of chances this weekend, writes Kylee Steigelman for Main Line Today. Here is where Santa Claus will be popping up this weekend around Montgomery County. Elmwood Park Zoo The Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown is hosting a…
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