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Phillies Wall of Famer Curt Simmons, 93, Dies in His Ambler Home
Phillies Wall of Famer Curt Simmons, the last surviving member of the 1950 “Whiz Kids” team, died on December 13 at his Ambler home at age 93, reported www.mlb.com. Simmons was one of the greatest pitchers in the franchise’s history. In 13 seasons with the club, he posted a 115–110 record with 109 complete games,…
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Ambler Savings Bank President, CEO Roger Zacharia Named to Governor-Elect Shapiro’s Transition Advisory Committee
The Pennsylvania Association of Community Bankers (PACB) congratulates Roger Zacharia, President and CEO of Ambler Savings Bank, on his appointment by Governor-Elect Josh Shapiro to the Transition Advisory Committee for Consumer Protection. Zacharia is the immediate past chair of the PACB. Governor-Elect Shapiro and Lieutenant Governor-Elect Davis have assembled a diverse and experienced team of…
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Slow Supply Chains, Fast Rise in Need Affect Montgomery County’s Food Insecurity Outreaches
Like their counterparts across the Philadelphia region, Montgomery County providers of emergency food services are struggling against an ongoing convergence of negatives: supply-chain delays in an inflationary economy at a time of increased demand. Erin McCarthy reported the difficulties in The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Share Food Program that serves seniors in Montgomery, Philadelphia, and Chester…
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Norristown Garden Club Decks the Halls of 1890s Victorian Stone Mansion in Ambler
Members of the Norristown Garden Club brought the natural colors of the holiday season to its decoration of an 1890s Victorian mansion in Ambler. The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Sally A. Downey covered the beautification project and its stunning result. The Ambler home — now owned by Joseph and Basha Gardner — was built by a period…
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Award-winning Forest & Main in Ambler Expands with More Space, Second Tap Room
Forest & Main Brewing in Ambler became an instant hit with locals when it first opened its doors ten years ago, writes Jenn Ladd for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Owners Daniel Endicott and Gerard Olson were overjoyed with how the beer sales were going, but the restaurant was mostly propped up by its brewery. When the…
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Online Magazine Identifies Montgomery County’s Nine Best Restaurants
Montgomery County has a variety of delicious dining options for both tourists and residents. From Italian to seafood, PhillyBite Magazine cited the best destinations for foodies in the region. Caruso Brick Oven Trattoria Souderton This family-owned Italian restaurant offers brick-oven pizzas, authentic cuisine and plenty of wine. Diners watching their diets can opt…
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School Sleuths: Methacton School District Deepens STEM Courses with Donation from Ambler Savings Bank
Methacton School District students looking to launch a crime scene investigation career, à la television’s CSI and its many spinoffs, can now prep for it in a STEM-centric onsite forensic lab. The new educational asset was made possible in part by a donation from Ambler Savings Bank. The lab widens the roster of coursework the…
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Raise a Glass to the 2022 Holidays with Plenty of Locally Crafted Potables That Pop
In the light of Hanukkah candles, the Christmas yule log, and Diwali fireworks, the winter holidays shine even brighter with seasonal drinks from Montco. The county’s array of inventive breweries, wineries, and distilleries bringing back old favorites and releasing new ones, all while offering cocktail workshops, food-truck festivals, and music. All five of these recommendations…
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Regional Life-Sciences Support Firm Acquires Ambler Healthcare Mar-Comm Agency
PulseCX, an Ambler marketing advisory services firm for pharmaceutical and healthcare professionals, has been acquired by Benchworks, a consulting firm serving the life sciences industry with operations in Maryland and Pennsylvania. The PulseCX shift will augment the efforts of BW Health Group, a division of Benchworks formed in 2019, to support the growing commercialization needs…
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Ambler Teen Skates to Fame as Cast of Disney+ Spinoff ‘The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers’
The career of Ambler teen actor Maxwell Simkins can in no way be described as having skated on thin ice. He’s now a cast member of the Disney+ series The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers. Alicia Vitarelli took a shot at covering his story for 6abc. Simkins — a veteran of Disney Channel shows that included…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Elyse Lupin, President and Founder, Elysium Marketing Group
Elyse Lupin, President and Founder of Elysium Marketing Group, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Lansdale, her close relationship with her older brother, her high school tennis court success, and her love of classic rock. Elyse Lupin also described how, after attending Penn State, she earned a spot in NBC’s highly competitive Page…
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Ho-Ho-Holy Mackerel! Area’s 2022 Holiday Calendar Is a Stuffed Stocking of Seasonal Splendor
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas around Montgomery County, with special events, displays, dining, and libation opportunities stretching from northeast Bryn Athyn to southwest Pottstown — and everywhere in between. The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board has made a festive list (a very extensive one), checked it twice, and compiled this guide…
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The Chamber for Greater Montco Hosts Annual Celebrations
The end of the year brings several celebrations for Montco’s nonprofit and business community. Most recently, the chamber hosted a Celebration of Community on Nov. 17 to award a nonprofit member, individuals, and a company that supports them: On Dec. 14, The Annual Awards Celebration will be held at The Manor House at Prophecy Creek,…
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Refreshed, Free, Mobile Passport Links Montgomery County Breweries, Wineries, and Distilleries
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) has relaunched Montco Makers, a mobile passport that aims to support local craft beverage producers. Montco Makers, a 2018 initiative, showcases the area’s breweries, wineries, and distilleries; its latest edition now has a more gamified look and feel to increase its appeal. Celebration of Local Excellence The…
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Act II Playhouse Serves up a Sharp Holiday Porter; Not a Drinkable Ale, But a Delightful Night
Ambler’s Act II Playhouse, as promoted by the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board, announces a musical cabaret for the holiday season, Cole for Your Stocking. It’s a collection of Cole Porter standards, displaying the composer-songwriter’s witty lyrics, written for both the Broadway stage and Hollywood film studios. The production is a world premiere, debuting…
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Red-to-Blue Flip of the Pa. House Came Down to Voters in Upper Dublin, Montgomeryville, Horsham, and Ambler
The recent win for Democrat Melissa Cerrato flipped a seat in the Commonwealth’s red-to-blue political spectrum. The majority-party shift resulted from voters in the state’s 151st Legislative District, comprising Upper Dublin, Montgomeryville, Horsham, and Ambler. Jon Kamp and Scott Calvert brought nationwide coverage of the change to readers of The Wall Street Journal. 2022 election…
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Ambler Savings Bank Sponsors Inaugural ‘Do Better 4 Steve’ 5K with $5,000 Matching Grant
On Oct. 29,140 runners crossed the finish line at Wissahickon High School for the first ever Do Better 4 Steve Fearless 5K. All proceeds from the event go to disabled and disadvantaged kids in and around the Ambler and Wissahickon School District. Over $20,000 was raised from the runners, sponsors, and a $5,000 matching grant…
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Ambler-based BBQ Restaurant Brings Pizza to its Philly Location
A great happy hour destination in University City has its roots in Ambler. Lucky Well has opened up its first location since it started its journey ten years ago. The restaurant is known for its iconic barbeque bites, but this time, reports 6 ABC, it’s introducing pizza to the mix. Philadelphia’s pizza whisperer Steven…
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