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Strength and Resilience Sensory Gym Creates a Space for Connection, Play, and Inclusion in Montgomery County
In April 2026, Strength and Resilience Nonprofit Inc. opened its doors with a clear and meaningful goal: to create a space where all children — neurotypical and neurodivergent — can learn to play, communicate, and grow together. Founded by Rushener Brown and Courtney Bennett, graduates of the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program at Thomas Jefferson University,…
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New Hospitality Manager Takes the Helm at West Chester’s Hotel Warner
West Chester’s Hotel Warner has been picked up by Extreme Hospitality, a third-party property manager, to oversee its operations, writes Esther Hertzfeld for Hotel Management Magazine. Hotel Warner opened in 1930 as the Warner Theatre, transforming in 2011 into the current hotel. Much of the original architecture, such as the grand staircase, lobby, and brickwork,…
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Temple University Obtains Three Seven-Figure Gifts, Totaling $7.5 Million
Temple University has extended its recent fundraising efforts after receiving three new gifts, totaling $7.5 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The largest of the three gifts is a $5 million donation that will be used to launch the Oller Rule of Law Center at Temple’s Beasley School of Law. It will…
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Phoenixville Man Who Found a Purple Pearl in His Appetizer Learns How Much It’s Worth
Scott Overland, the Board Vice President for the Phoenixville Area School District, lucked into finding one of the rarest purple pearls in his clam appetizer, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. Overland was dining with his wife in August, when they made the incredible find. The discovery was so unusual that it drew a wave of…
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Where to Take Mom for Brunch in Montco This Mother’s Day
If you’re planning to treat mom this Mother’s Day, Montgomery County offers no shortage of standout brunch destinations, writes Ed Williams for Main Line Today. Here’s a look at some of the top spots across Montco where you can celebrate in style. King of Prussia’s City Works Eatery and Pour House offers “momosa” flights, a…
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Your Lawn, on Autopilot: How Zippy Lawnz Is Changing the Way Homeowners Think About Lawn Care
Every weekend, the same choice. Pay someone to show up, cut it, and leave a bill on your door. Or do it yourself, burning a Saturday morning on a machine that needs gas, oil, and a new blade every season. Neither option is great. And neither one is permanent. Zippy Lawnz in West Chester has…
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Everything Begins With an Idea: Matt Canning Is Rethinking Productivity for the Way People Actually Work
From early-stage startups navigating their first steps to more seasoned innovators building momentum, Everything Begins With An Idea explores the challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons learned that shape the entrepreneur’s journey. _______ Every business starts the same way. With a problem that refuses to go away. For Matt Canning, that problem was personal. His daughter has ADHD. Watching…
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How to Choose the Best Childcare for You and Your Family
Choosing childcare can feel a bit like starting a big adventure, one filled with new places, new faces, and lots of big decisions. The good news? Nemours Children’s Health is here to help you every step of the way. Here’s a friendly, easy-to-follow roadmap to help you find the best childcare fit for your family.…
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One Year In, This Wayne Vet Facility Is Changing the Way Chester County Families Care for Their Pets
If you’ve ever faced that moment — your pet isn’t okay, but you’re not sure it’s a full emergency — you know exactly why Metropolitan Veterinary Urgent Care and Specialty (MVUCS) exists. The Wayne location is part of a growing network of hospitals within the MVA Family of Hospitals, giving pet owners access to a…
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Montco Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is seeking dedicated professionals to join its collaborative and mission-driven team, with open roles such as Payroll Administrator. This role is responsible for the processing of payroll for all payroll cycles. The Payroll Administrator is accountable for the calculation of payroll liabilities as well as the applicable federal, state, and…
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Ursinus College Awarded $1.49 Million Grant to Launch APEX Innovation Center
Ursinus College has received a $1.49 million grant from the Mellon Foundation to help launch a new interdisciplinary center designed to reimagine the role of the humanities in career preparation, social justice, and civic life. The award, part of the Mellon Foundation’s Humanities for All Times initiative, will fund the creation of the Center for…
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North Montco Tech’s Senior Project Expo on May 13 to Connect Students with Community, Opportunity
On Wednesday, May 13, graduating seniors from the North Montco Technical Career Center will step forward as the region’s next wave of skilled professionals. From 5-7 PM, NMTCC will host its annual Senior Project Expo, an open-house-style event designed to connect students with the community and, more importantly, opportunity. For families, neighbors, and local employers,…
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Freeze Hits Farms, Destroys Most of Linvilla’s Peaches, Apples
A heat wave followed by late-season sub-freezing temperatures has taken out most of Linvilla Orchards’ peaches and apples, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Media-area farm said it suffered “tremendous damage.” Linvilla Orchards farm manager Norm Schultz said he’s never seen anything like it. “We had never been so far along on the…
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Central Bucks Regional Police Officer Honored for Life-Saving Actions
Central Bucks Regional Police Officer Rhiannon Browne has been awarded the department’s Life Saving Commendation for saving a man’s life in Doylestown, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. Police Chief Karl Knott presented Officer Browne with the recognition at the April 23 police commission meeting. On March 28, the department was alerted by Bucks County Radio…
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Demand Outpaces Supply as Center City Apartment Vacancy Falls
Apartment vacancy in Center City continues to decline even as developers accelerate conversions of distressed office towers into hundreds of new residential units, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “There’s certainly tremendous amount of demand for people to live here in Center City,” said Alterra Property Group Principal Connor Burke. “We’ve seen that…
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Towamencin Weighs Housing Development for Beloved Freddy Hill Farms Property
The future of the former Freddy Hill Farms property remains a hot topic in Towamencin, writes Dan Sokil for The Reporter. Township supervisors recently reviewed a revised proposal from Pinnacle Realty that would bring 207 housing units to the longtime dairy farm and entertainment site. The property has been under discussion since the Seipt family…
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Your Mental Health Matters More Than You Think
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a moment to pause and check in with yourself in a world that rarely slows down. Most of us move through our days carrying more than we admit: stress that lingers, worries that stack up, and responsibilities that never seem to end. It’s easy to push your own needs…
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What to Do After Tax Day: DunlapSLK Offers Simple Tips to Avoid Stress Next Year
Once April 15 passes, it’s easy to stop thinking about taxes. But a few simple follow-up steps can save time, money, and stress down the road, advises DunlapSLK, a CPA and business advisory firm based in Chalfont. A key focus is recordkeeping. While the IRS generally has three years to audit a return, that window…
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