• Montgomery County Community College Municipal Police Academy Celebrates 28 Graduating Cadets

    Montgomery County Community College Municipal Police Academy Celebrates 28 Graduating Cadets

    Before beginning their careers serving and protecting the public, 28 cadets graduating from Montgomery County Community College’s Municipal Police Academy said a final goodbye to one another. The College celebrated Class 2301 with a ceremony on the Blue Bell Campus, June 14. Fifteen cadets have been hired already by area police departments and wore their…

  • Firefighting Is a Family Affair at Centre Square Fire Company

    Firefighting Is a Family Affair at Centre Square Fire Company

    Gabriella Saylor has fond memories of visiting her father, Fred Saylor, at Centre Square Fire Company in Blue Bell while growing up, and now she volunteers with him helping to keep the community safe, writes the staff at The Times Herald. Gabbie joined Centre Square’s junior firefighting program when she was 16 and has been…

  • MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    Montgomery County Community College is seeking candidates for its Part-Time Student Services Assistant position. The selected applicant will provide support to both new and returning students. They will support the Student Services Resource Center, Student Services Welcome Desk, Enrollment Services Assistants and provide support in the Testing center. This positions is usually 25 hours per…

  • McCarthy & Company Merges Into New York Tax and Accounting Firm

    McCarthy & Company Merges Into New York Tax and Accounting Firm

    A tax and accounting firm headquartered in Blue Bell, McCarthy & Company merged into Marcum LLP, based in New York, writes David Winzelberg for the Long Island Business News. While the terms of the agreement were not disclosed, McCarthy adds 70 partners and associates to Marcum. McCarthy’s offices in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania and Tinton Falls,…

  • MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    Montgomery County Community College is seeking applicants for the Student Services Assistant position. The Student Services Assistant will provide support to both new andreturning students at the college as part of the college’s mission of access, retention, and completion. This includes in-person and back-office duties. Hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM and Saturdays, as needed.…

  • Here’s How Blue Bell-based QualTek Plans to Cut Millions in Debt

    Here’s How Blue Bell-based QualTek Plans to Cut Millions in Debt

    Blue Bell-based QualTek filed for bankruptcy last week and is hoping to implement a restructuring deal that would reduce its $625 million debt almost in half, writes Dietrich Knauth for Reuters. The company said that growing debt costs were starting to affect its operating budget at a time when inflation had already pushed labor and…

  • Blue Bell Man on How a Double Organ Transplant Changed His Life: ‘It’s Almost Unfathomable’

    Blue Bell Man on How a Double Organ Transplant Changed His Life: ‘It’s Almost Unfathomable’

    Patrick Brett, a guidance counselor and assistant baseball coach at North Penn High School, has been in and out of hospitals for most of his life, but a heart and liver transplant has made sure he is staying in the game, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6ABC. Brett explained that just two years ago he was…

  • Montgomery County Community College Celebrates the Achievements of the Class of 2023

    Montgomery County Community College Celebrates the Achievements of the Class of 2023

    From the youngest graduate at age 18 to the oldest at age 73, the members of Montgomery County Community College’s Class of 2023 were in full celebration mode during the three ceremonies held May 18 on its Blue Bell Campus. The 56th Commencement ceremonies returned to a more traditional format after being held as drive-in…

  • Four Blue Bell Siblings Make History at the University of Alabama, Graduating as Its First Set of Quadruplets

    Four Blue Bell Siblings Make History at the University of Alabama, Graduating as Its First Set of Quadruplets

    Four Blue Bell siblings that comprise the Hanson quadruplets made history at the recent commencement at the University of Alabama. As Danielle Ellis reported for CBS News Philadelphia, they graduated as the Crimson Tide’s first set of birthday-sharing siblings since its 1820 founding. The new UA alumni from Montgomery County are: The Hansen quartet never…

  • Normandy Farm Hotel Reveals Grand Opening of $5 Million Dollar Rebuild of Historic Carriage House

    Normandy Farm Hotel Reveals Grand Opening of $5 Million Dollar Rebuild of Historic Carriage House

    Normandy Farm has re-opened the all-new Carriage House building, two and a half years after a devastating fire caused substantial damage. The contemporary Carriage House has been reconstructed from the ground up and features 21 hotel suites spanning over 18,268 square feet and three stories. The expansion includes 12 additional guest rooms, bringing the overall…

  • Blue Bell Mom Heeded Minister’s Parenting Advice: ‘Thou Shalt Use Mt. Airy Babysitting Co-op’

    Blue Bell Mom Heeded Minister’s Parenting Advice: ‘Thou Shalt Use Mt. Airy Babysitting Co-op’

    Eleanore Pabarue, who now lives in Blue Bell, took full advantage of the Mt. Airy Babysitting Co-op when she first moved to Philadelphia 37 years ago. Alfred Lubrano, in The Philadelphia Inquirer, reported on this familial resource she found so valuable. The former English, Latin, French, and history teacher at the Country Day School of…

  • Normandy Farm’s Terrace Party Kicks off Summer Beer & BBQ Series

    Normandy Farm’s Terrace Party Kicks off Summer Beer & BBQ Series

    There are plenty of reasons to love summer. Perhaps it’s the aroma of grilled BBQ, or maybe it’s sipping a cold craft brew from a frosty mug while listening to live music. Or better yet, it must be that Normandy Farm is bringing back its wildly successful Annual Beer & BBQ series.  Snap up general admission…

  • Montgomery County Community College Named One of the ‘Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges’ in the Nation

    Montgomery County Community College Named One of the ‘Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges’ in the Nation

    For the seventh time, Montgomery County Community College has been recognized nationally for its welcoming, inclusive, and supportive workplace and learning environment. The National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development and “Diverse: Issues In Higher Education” have named MCCC as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges across the country. MCCC…

  • Mother’s Day at Normandy Farm Includes All-You-Can-Eat Brunch and Fine-Dining Experience  

    Mother’s Day at Normandy Farm Includes All-You-Can-Eat Brunch and Fine-Dining Experience  

    Normandy Farm has the perfect gift for the hardworking mom this Mother’s Day. Guests can treat their mothers to a feast on Sunday, May 14.   The Normandy Brunch Buffet will take place in the Grand Ballroom from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The robust brunch buffet features house-made pastries and made-to-order pancakes and waffles. For…

  • MCCC Hosts 56th Annual Student Art Exhibition

    MCCC Hosts 56th Annual Student Art Exhibition

    Montgomery County Community College is hosting its annual student art exhibition at the Fine Arts Center Gallery at the Blue Bell Campus. Guests can enjoy the diverse display of artwork created by its talented students now through April 28. MCCC’s 56th Annual Student Art Exhibition opened April 11 with an artist reception and awards ceremony. More…

  • Looking for a Venue? Normandy Farm Is Your One-Stop-Shop  

    Looking for a Venue? Normandy Farm Is Your One-Stop-Shop  

    Booking a venue for a dream wedding, engagement party, or baby shower can be stressful. That’s where Normandy Farm comes in to help. The hotel and conference center are hosting a One-Stop-Shop showcase on May 7. Visitors can tour ballrooms and event spaces between 1–3 PM. Guests can also meet award-winning preferred vendors, get special…

  • MCCC Student Theatre Spring Performances Will Be Packed With Drama

    MCCC Student Theatre Spring Performances Will Be Packed With Drama

    Live theater is back at Montgomery County Community College. Spring student performances will be held on stage at both campuses this semester. This year’s performances are sure to leave audiences on their feet in thunderous applause. The curtain will rise first at Blue Bell Campus, as MCCC Theatre & The Drama Club presents Everybody, by…

  • Malvern Bank House of the Week: A Blue Bell Townhome to Make Others Green with Envy

    Malvern Bank House of the Week: A Blue Bell Townhome to Make Others Green with Envy

    44 Highgate Lane, Blue Bell, is a beautiful end-unit townhome in a quiet community whose proximity to the cultural, educational, and dining centers of one of Montgomery County‘s most noted geographies boosts its inherent appeal. The home has three bedrooms, two and one-half baths, and the benefit of continual maintenance and updating since its original…