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Richard Shupak, Whose Innovations Helped Improve Microsoft Code, Remembered
Richard M. Shupak, formerly of Dresher, a retired research software development engineer whose inventions helped improve existing Microsoft software code, died on September 17 at 60, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Microsoft founder Bill Gates and other executives hailed Shupak as one of the most prolific software engineers in the company from 1988…
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King of Prussia’s Vertex Partnering with Shopify on Global Tax Compliance
Vertex, a global provider of tax technology solutions headquartered in King of Prussia, is partnering with Shopify to streamline global tax compliance. Shopify is a provider of internet infrastructure for commerce. Through the partnership, users of the Shopify Tax Platform for business-to-business and business-to-consumer sales will be able to automate tax calculation and compliance on…
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Gaucho’s Prime Celebrates the Brazilian Cowboy Lifestyle in King of Prussia
Gaucho’s Prime in King of Prussia is serving up all-you-can-eat-meat with a taste of the gaucho or South American cowboy lifestyle. When Anderson Winck moved from Southern Brazil to the United States in 2006, he never forgot the culture of his childhood, according to 6abc. Once here he worked at many different steakhouses, but now…
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YouTube Video Explores Mystery of the Ruins of Toddtown near Conshohocken
The ruins of Toddtown just a mile-and-a-half from Conshohocken house a mystery that has remained unsolved for centuries, writes Kevin Tierney for More Than The Curve. Once upon a time, Toddtown was a thriving community centered around a mill and a church, but it disappeared around 1878 when it was sold at a sheriff’s sale.…
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Norristown’s Christina J. Visco, a Business Whiz in Retail and Cannabis, Remembered
Christina J. Visco, a Norristown native and a prominent entrepreneur who excelled in several fields, including retail, marketing, and cannabis, died on October 19 of breast cancer, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Visco, who lived in Wyndmoor, was known as the first woman who was awarded a medical marijuana license in Pennsylvania. She…
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Bryn Mawr Investment Firm Backed by Comcast Raises One Billion Dollars
Atairos, a Bryn Mawr investment firm backed by Comcast Corp., has raised $1 billion in funding, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. The investment firm which was founded in 2016 reported in documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission that four investors participated in the fund. Atairos is led by former vice chairman…
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At Colors of Glass, You Can Make Your Own Custom Stained Glass Designs
Colors of Glass in Audubon is the place to find an ideal gift for any occasion by either choosing one of the existing gorgeous stained-glass pieces or having a custom one made just for you, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. And if you are looking for a great date-night activity or a fun…
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Villanova’s Lucy Olsen Shines in Exhibition Game Against Jefferson
Despite the absence of the team’s former star Maddy Siegrist, the Villanova Wildcats had a great showing during an exhibition game against Jefferson last week, writes Brooke Ackerman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Spurred on by junior guard Lucy Olsen’s 22 points, the team recorded a commanding 69-42 win during its first time on the court…
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Yes, Food Cocktails Are a Thing and You Can Try One at Round House in Lansdale
One of the hottest trends in cocktails right now is creating drinks that taste just like your favorite foods, writes Robert Simonson for VinePair. It is not a brand-new idea, but lately, the trend has been kicking up some steam and you can find food cocktails at more and more bars and restaurants including the…
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If You’re Going Through Summer Withdrawal, Check Out These Upcoming Wildwood Projects
As we head into the winter holidays, those summer days down the shore may seem worlds away. Don’t worry though, here are some upcoming new developments planned for The Wildwoods to hold you over until the summer months return. There are 11 development plans planned to reinvigorate The Wildwoods, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia…
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The Jenkintown Vegan Is Your Go-to Source for Vegan Options in Greater Glenside
Today more restaurants than ever offer vegan-friendly options, but sometimes it can still be challenging to find the right dining spots when you are vegan, writes Ryan Genova for the Glenside Local. That’s why Ross Abel, a resident of Abington Township, founded Jenkintown Vegan to be a resource for vegan-friendly eateries in the Greater Glenside…
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Cheltenham Grad Co-Wrote Iconic Theme Song ‘I’ll Be There For You’ for ‘Friends’
In the wake of Matthew Perry’s death, the iconic “Friends” theme song has been experiencing a resurgence with 1.3M streams, writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. That song has a special connection to our area. It was co-written by Michael Skloff, a 1977 Cheltenham High School graduate and a musical composer, conductor, arranger, and accompanist.…
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Montgomery County Commissioners Now Open to Preserving Airy Street Prison
In a surprising reversal, the Montgomery County Commissioners have announced that they will solicit proposals to reuse parts of the Norristown Airy Street Prison, writes MEDIANEWS Group for The Times Herald. While the Montgomery County Commissioners back in August appeared adamant about demolishing the historic site, they are changing course amid growing public opposition. “After…
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Main Line Health Reporting a Smaller Operating Loss than Last Year
Main Line Health’s finances are improving, but the health system is still operating at a deficit, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The health system reported an operating loss of $28 million over the summer, a smaller loss than the previous year. Last year, for the same period, it reported a $41 million loss.…
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Sweet Inspiration: The Candy Lab Brings Out Kids’ Inner Artist
The Candy Lab in Ardmore offers fun immersive experiences meant to inspire creativity in children. Fox 29’s Bob Kelly recently checked out the laboratory where children can learn to make candy art and other food-based crafts. The Candy Lab offers a variety of classes and workshops for children in grades K-5, including jewelry design workshops…
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As a Certified Autism Center, Elmwood Park Zoo Promotes Inclusivity Among Staff, Visitors
The Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown strives to ensure inclusivity among staff and visitors as a certified autism center, writes Wakisha Bailey for CBS News. A certified autism center is an organization in which at least 80% of its staff is highly trained in the field of autism. “That includes having programming where we allow…
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Skip All Those Dishes This Thanksgiving by Dining Out at These Main Line Restaurants
Thanksgiving is a celebration of family, friends, and good food, but when you are hosting everyone at your place, it can get stressful. This year skip all those dishes and getting up early to put the turkey in the oven by dining out at one of many Main Line restaurants serving up Thanksgiving dinner, writes…
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This List of Best Local Places for Breakfast Sandwiches Will Make You Hungry
You won’t want to miss this drool-worthy list of the best places to get a breakfast sandwich in the Philadelphia Region by Neil Bardhan and Michael Kelin for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Can you guess which Montgomery County shops made the list? Café Ole in the Valley Located in Huntingdon Valley, Café Ole offers a Middle…
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