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A Couple Creates an Asian-inspired Paradise in Norristown
Robert Palmon and his partner, Jeffrey Catlett, have created their own little paradise in their Norristown garden, writes Sally A. Downey for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The men met at Kurt’s Bar in Philadelphia in the 1980s. Together they carved out the perfect idyllic spot right in their own backyard. Palmon is originally from the Philippines…
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Conshohocken Boat Club Is Home to Program for Breast Cancer Survivors
The Whitemarsh Boat Club in Conshohocken is home to the Philadelphia affiliate of WeCanRow, a national program for breast cancer survivors, writes the IBX Insights Team for PhillyVoice. Founded in Boston in 2002, the program gives women the chance to become active participants in their cancer recovery. Together, the participants row on Monday evenings down…
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Conshohocken-based IKEA Sets Date for Opening of San Francisco Store
IKEA, which is based in Conshohocken, will open its San Francisco store at 945 Market Street on Wednesday, August 23 at 11 a.m., writes Vicky Jarrett for Furniture Today. At the grand opening celebration, co-workers and city officials will host a short ribbon-cutting ceremony, and then customers will be invited to enjoy games, workshops, and…
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The Giant Company Makes Big Donation to Help Expand CHOP’s Food Pharmacy Program into Norristown
Food insecurity is a major issue in Montgomery County and lack of nutritious foods can severely hurt your health. Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Food Pharmacy Program tries to combat the effects of food security by offering healthy foods and better health outcomes to families struggling financially, writes Emily Crowe for Progressive Grocer. And now with…
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First Bank House of the Week: Spectacular Ambler Home with Wooded Views
A gorgeous custom-built colonial home with four bedrooms and three full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Ambler. The residence is perfectly situated on 1.51 splendid, partially wooded acres that offer highly coveted privacy and breathtaking views. The home is filled with attractive details, including pocket doors, crown molding, and arched doorways.…
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Salus University Concludes 2023 Annual Summer Enrichment Program
Klaesyn Sibless wanted to become an optometrist because one of her cousins was born blind. But thanks to a couple of surgeries and extensive vision therapy, he’s now able to see out of one eye. “I wanted to be able to provide that kind of care to people,” she said. And she’s taken the next…
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Downtown Pottstown Is One of the Hottest Neighborhoods in Philly Area
Despite rising home prices and interest rates, it still might be the perfect time for you to buy a home, writes Nydia Han and Heather Gruber for 6ABC. The Philadelphia housing market has the third highest growth rate in the country, according to a new report. Prices in the Philadelphia metro market are up almost…
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Ambler-born Actress Plays Eurodance Star in Original Viral Hit ‘Planet of the Bass’
Audrey Trullinger, an Ambler native and content creator, was featured in the original viral TikTok video for the song “Planet of the Bass” that parodies late-1990s Eurodance hits, writes Beatrice Forman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In the video, Trullinger plays Biljana Electronica, a European popstar and it was an instant hit. However, afterward, the creator…
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Fall into Fall at Montgomery Township’s Annual Autumn Festival
It may still be the dog days of summer, but before you know it fall will be upon us. Crisp air, leaves changing colors, pumpkin everything, there is so much to celebrate about the fall. Now is the time to make space on your calendar for the Montgomery Township 21st Annual Autumn Festival. The festivities…
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MRA Group to Transform Lansdale Medical Building with Energy-Efficient Upgrades
MRA Group, a Horsham-based real estate development and client services firm, has acquired the former LMG Medical Building in Lansdale. The 40,000-square-foot medical office complex, now renamed Lansdale Medical Building, is set to undergo extensive renovations, include energy-efficient upgrades. “We look forward to breathing life back into this destination community medical office facility,” said MRA…
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The Washington Post: Josh Shapiro Has Mastered the Politics of Addition
At a time when politics is still so highly divisive, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is moving the state away from a politics of resentment to one of addition, writes columnist E.J. Dionne Jr. for The Washington Post. Shapiro’s recent feat of getting a collapsed part of Interstate 95 fixed within 12 days is just one…
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P.J. Whelihan’s Slated to Open in Conshohocken This Fall as Part of Expansion Push
PJW Restaurant Group is focused on expanding its regional chain of restaurants, the popular P.J. Whelihan’s Pub, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. In the fall, a Conshohocken location is slated to open, and the group is also working on securing a Main Line location as well. The restaurant in Conshohocken will be the…
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Montgomery County Is Home to Some of the Best Wine Bars in the Area
If you enjoy a nice glass of wine or two to relax after a long week, then a trip to one of the best wine bars in the area might just be what you need this weekend. Instead of just going to your local waterhole, go where the staff specializes in great-tasting vino, writes Olivia…
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Bala Cynwyd Billionaire Helping to Power 2024 Republican Presidential Candidates
It is not uncommon for presidential candidates to have billionaires behind the scenes supporting their campaigns, writes Ryan King for the New York Post. For the 2024 U.S. presidential election, however, most of the major donors, including Bala Cynwyd billionaire Jeff Yass, are avoiding putting all their money on one candidate. Instead, they are spreading…
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Army Veteran Opens Occupational Health and Urgent Care Center in Willow Grove
Former U.S. Army major Dr. Robert Heininger is opening an occupational medicine and urgent care center in Willow Grove this week, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. The new center is located at the former site of an Abington-Jefferson Health urgent care facility. Heininger, who lives in Ambler, decided to lead his own center…
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W.O.L.F. Fitness in North Wales Is Committed to Local Community
W.O.L.F. Fitness North Wales recently held its grand opening to showcase all its new equipment and renovations, but most especially to connect to the local community. The 14,000 sq. ft. facility features a brand-new squat, bench, and deadlift room, cardio deck, new state-of-the-art equipment, workout and training areas, smoothie bar, revamped sound system, and posing room. Group…
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Temple Health’s Jeanes ER Seeing Uptick in Visits After Closure of Nearby Elkins Park ER
Since Jefferson Health made the decision to close the emergency department at Elkins Park Hospital, the ER staff at Temple Health’s Jeanes has been seeing a 15% increase in visits, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. Matt Shelak, the executive director of the Jeanes campus, said that they were prepared though, and an expansion…
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Some Montco Students Will Soon Be Able to Explore Careers Virtually
Students at the North Penn High School in Lansdale will soon be able to use technology to explore career opportunities virtually, writes WFMZ staff. The North Penn School District Educational Foundation has partnered with Boston Legacy Foundation and the VNA Foundation of Greater North Penn to provide a technology grant to the high school so…
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