• Debut Novel by Cheltenham Author Shows a Difference in the Times

    Debut Novel by Cheltenham Author Shows a Difference in the Times

    “Lilli de Jong,” the debut novel by Cheltenham author Janet Benton, hits exactly the right cord in the current political climate, writes Elizabeth Licorish for Philly Voice. The new book offers a stunning look at life as a Quaker woman and unmarried mother in the nineteenth century, as she fights in a world that considers…

  • Souderton Teacher Fills In As WTXF‘s Good Day Philadelphia Co-Host

    Souderton Teacher Fills In As WTXF‘s Good Day Philadelphia Co-Host

    A Souderton school teacher enjoyed his recent television debut so much that he jumped at the chance to repeat the experience, writes Stephanie Tsoflias Siege for TV Spy. Richard Curtis, a Souderton Area High School TV production teacher, first stood in front of the cameras six months ago on Live with Kelly. This time, he…

  • Montco Debuts New Mascot, Latest Marketing Initiative to Drive Tourism

    Montco Debuts New Mascot, Latest Marketing Initiative to Drive Tourism

    Its celebrity crush is Megan Fox. Its favorite television show is Lost, starring Matthew Fox. And its beverage of choice is a beer from – where else? – Sly Fox. Yes, Monty the Fox is Montgomery County’s newest face, a furry mascot that is one of a myriad of slick marketing initiatives from the Valley…

  • Acting-A-Part Franchise Coming to Fort Washington

    Acting-A-Part Franchise Coming to Fort Washington

    Acting-A-Part, the theater and film school franchise for children of all ages, will be opening its doors to future stars in Fort Washington in June, writes Bruce A. Scruton for New Jersey Herald. The school was founded fourteen years ago by Erica Lupo in Sparta, New Jersey, who came up with the idea during maternity…

  • Longest Running, Largest Gaming Convention in Pennsylvania Expected to Draw 12,000 Gamers

    Longest Running, Largest Gaming Convention in Pennsylvania Expected to Draw 12,000 Gamers

    TooManyGames, the longest running and largest gaming convention in Pennsylvania, will take place from June 23-25 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks. With an expected attendance of more than 12,000 guests, the upcoming event marks the 13th expo over 10 years, and is expected to be the largest to date. TooManyGames is the…

  • Inspiring Ardmore Woman adds Trapeze Artist to Her Range of Skills

    Inspiring Ardmore Woman adds Trapeze Artist to Her Range of Skills

    Seventy-four-year-old Alice Dustin from Ardmore is an inspiration for many due to her dedication to constantly achieving new goals, with her latest to become a trapeze artist, writes Meisha Johnson for CBS Philly. Dustin, a mother of two, is already a Harvard grad with a PhD in French and an award-winning painter. Her inspiration for…

  • Broadway Welcomes New Rising Star from Lower Merion

    Broadway Welcomes New Rising Star from Lower Merion

    Lower Merion High School graduate Gideon Glick has successfully grown from small roles such as playing a court jester in suburban theaters to a breakout role at Broadway’s Booth Theater, writes David Patrick Stearns for Philly.com. The show focuses on a chronically single gay man played by Glick, who has to bid his best female…

  • Alec Ounsworth Discusses Success of his Band ‘Clap Your Hands Say Yeah’

    Alec Ounsworth Discusses Success of his Band ‘Clap Your Hands Say Yeah’

    Conshohocken native, Alec Ounsworth, recently took the time to talk about the growing success of his band Clap Your Hands Say Yeah in a telephone interview with Ed Condran from The News and Observer. The latest album from the popular indie band which is called ‘The Tourist,’ has been written entirely by Ounsworth. It has…

  • World-class Stunt Dog Experience Comes to West Chester

    World-class Stunt Dog Experience Comes to West Chester

    Want to watch some of the most talented dogs in the world perform air tricks, comedy antics, dance numbers, and athletic feats? The Stunt Dog Experience will bring all that and more to the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall at West Chester University on Friday, May 5th, 2017 at 7:30PM. Tickets available now. Stunt Dog…

  • Lower Merion Author Proves That Not Giving Up Pays Off

    Lower Merion Author Proves That Not Giving Up Pays Off

    Children’s books author Nahjee Grant drew a sizable crowd for his book signing visit to the Barnes & Noble bookstore in Willow Grove, writes Len Lear for Chestnut Hill Local. However, Grant was not always on track for success as during ninth grade at Lower Merion High School, he was failing in his classes. “My…

  • Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre Brings Hamlet to Montco Schools

    Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre Brings Hamlet to Montco Schools

    Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre has changed direction in the face of mounting costs and falling donations by focusing its attention on bringing a minimalist production of Hamlet to schools in Montco and the surrounding area, writes Tirdad Derakhshani for Philly.com. According to Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre’s founder and artistic director, Carmen Khan, the tour is part of…

  • Erdenheim Singer Meghan Cary Found Solace in Songwriting after Personal Tragedy

    Erdenheim Singer Meghan Cary Found Solace in Songwriting after Personal Tragedy

    Erdenheim Singer, Meghan Cary, once named Billboard magazine’s Critic’s Choice for Best Newcomer, did not set out with a singing and songwriting career in mind, writes Chris Kocher for Press Connects. Cary originally enrolled at Duke University to become a doctor, but she found that performing was her true passion. During one of her performances…

  • CNN’s Jake Tapper Discusses Journalistic Stakes and Philly Area Roots

    CNN’s Jake Tapper Discusses Journalistic Stakes and Philly Area Roots

    Known for his aggressive coverage of the Trump administration, CNN’s chief Washington correspondent and Barack Hebrew Academy graduate, Jake Tapper, has become a media sensation, writes Tom McGrath for Philadelphia Magazine. In addition to his appearances on talk shows, Tapper has been immortalized as a Saturday Night character. This character is now the subject of…

  • Popular Actor, Motivational Speaker from Blue Bell Releases Self-Help Book

    Popular Actor, Motivational Speaker from Blue Bell Releases Self-Help Book

    Blue Bell resident Michael J. Lyons, an actor who plays the Speaker of the House on the popular Netflix series House of Cards, proves that you’re never too old to chase your daydreams. Lyons – who grew up in Newtown Square, after spending three years as a child in Paris, and graduated from Cardinal O’Hara…

  • Montgomery County Careers – Valley Forge Casino Resort

    Montgomery County Careers – Valley Forge Casino Resort

    Located in King of Prussia, the Valley Forge Casino Resort is the region’s only full-amenity gaming resort with live table games, more than 480 outstanding rooms in two hotel towers, a full array of restaurants and bars, and a heart-pounding nightlife and event space. Front Desk Supervisor This position supervises and works with front office staff…

  • Fun Employment Opportunity at Elmwood Park Zoo

    Fun Employment Opportunity at Elmwood Park Zoo

    If you are looking for a fun job opportunity, Elmwood Park Zoo is holding tryouts for Adventure Guides at Treetop Adventures, its popular zip line and ropes park. During the tryouts, anyone interested is granted free admission to a small section of the course and given the opportunity to submit an application for the job.…

  • Creators of ‘The Goldbergs’ Discuss Episode Directed by Kevin Smith

    Creators of ‘The Goldbergs’ Discuss Episode Directed by Kevin Smith

    Executive producers and stars of the hit show “The Goldbergs,” which is set in Jenkintown, took the opportunity during a recent WonderCon panel to talk about the show and the latest episode directed by Kevin Smith, writes Matt Grobar for Deadline. During the episode, geeky Adam and his grandfather have a difference of opinion after…

  • Ardmore Native and Superior Court Judge Presenting New Courtroom Show on Fox

    Ardmore Native and Superior Court Judge Presenting New Courtroom Show on Fox

    Ardmore native and retired Superior Court Judge LaDoris Cordell will be dishing out justice on the new Fox courtroom show “You the Jury,” which premiers today, writes Sam Whiting for San Francisco Chronicle. Cordell, who was the first black woman judge on any court in Northern California, was not too eager to delve into television…