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‘Cheers’-like Bar Celebrates 50 Years as a Hatboro Institution
Towey’s Tavern just celebrated its 50th Anniversary with a big celebration on Saturday, June 24, 2023, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. The bar located on York Road is known in Hatboro as everyone’s “home away from home”, said its owner, Jim Kinney. Towey’s Tavern was opened in 1973 by Jim Towey, and he quickly established…
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Ardmore Teaching Pro Loves Spreading the Game of Golf to Next Generation
Joanna Coe, the director of instruction at Merion Golf Club in Ardmore and avid golfer, loves to compete, but her biggest passion is to inspire the next generation of golfers, writes Jamie Apody. She is not on the LPGA Tour instead preferring to teach the game of golf at Merion. Still, Joanna Coe was excited…
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King of Prussia’s Cork & Candles Adds a Downtown Philly Location
King of Prussia-based Cork & Candles is opening a second location in downtown Philadelphia, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Kenny Straub and his father, Dave, have been running their successful King of Prussia business for two years now and their goal is to eventually have over 100 Cork & Candles franchised out across…
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City Ave District’s Seasonal Farmers Market Returns with a New Day & Time
A sure sign of the summer season, the Bala Cynwyd Farmers Market has returned. This year’s seasonal market will be held every Thursday through November 23, at One Belmont Avenue, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. This year’s vendor selection will boast an array of rotating local artists and artisans, food trucks, and farm vendors…
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Here’s Where to Get Birria Tacos in Montgomery County
Whether you have been a birria taco lover for years or are a newbie who wants to see what the foodie trend is all about, you can get your fix of this flavorful taco in Montgomery County, writes Olivia Stefano for Main Line Today. Traditionally, birria is a savory Mexican soup or stew. The meat…
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Pottstown Hairdresser Receives Biggest Surprise of Her Life, Cries Tears of Joy
Dani McGuckin, a stylist at Salon Twenty-Two And Spa in Pottstown received a special surprise Friday while she was working, writes the digital staff at 6ABC. Chris Lerch, founder of Hello 422, surprised McGuckin with a $1,300 tip. Hello 422 started as a passion project for Lerch who wanted to raise awareness for small, local…
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Record Attendance Makes Soccer Tournament the Single Largest Sporting Event in Montgomery County History
Montgomery County continues to be a premier destination to host sports tournaments and the Valley Forge Sports team of the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board is proving just that. The team just hosted a historic weekend with more than 10,000 visiting athletes and families among multiple sporting events, including two national events: U.S Youth…
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The Newest Ice Cream Shop in Narberth Is Run by Local Teens
The newest ice cream shop in Narberth, which opened in the former Village Treats location, is owned and operated by a group of local high schoolers, writes Max Bennett for the Patch. Because it is run by students, Narberth Scoops, which officially opened its doors on June 3 at 236 Haverford Avenue, was only open…
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Fort Washington Man with Cerebral Palsy Loves to Compete in Triathlons with Help from a Friend
Gabe Anderson, a 22-year-old Fort Washington resident with cerebral palsy, just completed the Upper Dublin Triathlon for the sixth time. And he did it with the help of his friend, Cameron Smith, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6ABC. “If you look at triathletes, you might think that they have to look a certain way,” said Smith,…
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Cheltenham Resident and Owner of Beloved Ocean City Inn Remembered
Frank Osborne, a longtime Cheltenham resident, track coach, and owner of Osborne’s Inn in Ocean City, recently passed away at the age of 81, writes Eddie Davis for 97.3 ESPN South Jersey. Osborne and his wife, Peggy Ann, operated their New Jersey inn for half a century. He loved how the 100-year-old house with its…
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The Man Leading the Titan Submersible Search Went to School in Jenkintown
Rear Admiral John Mauger of the U.S. Coast Guard has captured the nation’s attention as he leads the search for the Titan submersible, writes Justin Strawser for The Daily Item. Who is this man put in charge of such a daunting task? As Commander, First Coast Guard District, he oversees all Coast Guard missions across…
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Pennsylvania to Preserve Horsham Farm from Commercial or Residential Development
The College Settlement of Philadelphia Farm in Horsham Township is one of 29 farms in 15 counties that will now be protected from commercial or residential development. The administration of Governor Josh Shapiro announced that through an investment of more than $10.3 million in state, county, and local dollars these farms will forever be protected.…
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Pottstown School District Teacher Advocates for Better Funding for School Counselors
Jane Hospador, a first-grade teacher at Pottstown School District’s Franklin Elementary School, says Pennsylvania school districts would have more resources for hiring school counselors if changes were made to the way charter school tuition is calculated, according to Peter Hall for the Pennsylvania Capital-Star. Currently, charter schools get about 88% of their funding from the…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Gorgeous Colonial in Ambler with Lots of Extras
A beautiful brick-front colonial home on 0.66 acres with four bedrooms, and four and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Ambler. This lovingly maintained residence impresses from the start with its two-story foyer that boasts natural hardwood floors and recessed lighting. Other features include a spacious living room with a bay window, formal…
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Foundation Created by Tyler School of Art’s Boris Blai Celebrates 75th Anniversary
The Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences, established by Boris Blai, who was also the founding Dean of Temple University’s Tyler School of Art in Elkins Park, is celebrating its 75th anniversary, writes Juliet Kaszas-Hoch for The SandPaper. Blai was born in 1893 in Rivne, Russia. He got his early training in…
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Don’t Miss Your Chance to See Cirque du Soleil’s new show at Greater Philadelphia Expo Center
To celebrate its 39th birthday, Cirque du Soleil is offering discounted tickets to its new show BAZZAR until June 26, 2023, at 9 a.m. All tickets to the show during the promotion are up to $25 off. The new show is premiering September 26 through October 22, 2023, at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in…
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Pottstown GoFourth! Announces Street Festival and Fireworks Party Schedule & Lineup
Get ready to ignite your patriotism and celebrate America like never before! The Pottstown GoFourth! Festival is right around the corner, promising to be an unforgettable event for the entire family. The countdown is on as organizers put the finishing touches on an action-packed day filled with entertainment, delicious food, and uncontainable excitement. Say goodbye…
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‘We Want to Bring More Play to the World’: Topgolf King of Prussia Opened This Week
Topgolf King of Prussia, the newest Topgolf entertainment complex, opened on Monday, writes Daniel Urie for PennLive. Located at 588 N. Gulph Road in Upper Merion Township, the facility has 102 outdoor climate-controlled hitting bays across three levels. Golfers will love how Topgolf’s Toptracer technology can trace each golf ball’s flight path, distance, and other…
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