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‘The Athletic’ Names Bryn Mawr Billionaire Michael G. Rubin Its Sports Businessperson of the Year
Bryn Mawr billionaire Michael G. Rubin, CEO of Fanatics, Inc. (the Jacksonville, Fla., online sports clothing-collectibles company), has been named 2022 Businessperson of the Year by The Athletic. Bill Shea profiled Rubin’s distinction in the sports business category. Rubin was lauded for his visionary approach, one that took licensed college- and pro-player apparel and merchandise…
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Piazza Auto Group Buys Bryn Mawr CRE Site from Which Main Liners Bought Porsches and Ferraris
Piazza Auto Group has purchased the property of Main Line Ferrari Philadelphia, an upscale auto dealer that is zooming westward in a Delaware County relocation. Paul Schwedelson got in gear to report the Montgomery County transaction in the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Piazza acquisition comprises two Bryn Mawr deeds: Main Line Ferrari paid $13.3 million…
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Harcum College Hosts Personalized Fall Open House on Nov. 19
Harcum College, the College of Possibilities, welcomes prospective students and families to a Personalized Fall Open House at the Bryn Mawr Campus on Nov, 19, with two check-in times available: 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Students interested in starting classes as early as January 2023 or Fall 2023 (or later) are encouraged to attend. The…
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The Art Deco 1940s Vibe of Rail Travel Returns to Bryn Mawr in a New Restaurant
The opening of The Pullman Restaurant & Bar in Bryn Mawr puts another dining option on track to make a name for itself in the Main Line culinary scene. Its design mimics the plush commuter rail cars of the 1940s, making it a good fit in an area with a rich transportation legacy. Replacing the…
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Newsweek: Two Hospitals in Montco Among World’s Best
This annual list recognizes the world’s Best Hospitals based on a detailed analysis of their quality care, performance, talent, reputation, innovation, culture, and overall growth. The rankings were developed in partnership with data research firm Statista Inc. Lankenau Medical Center, Bryn Mawr Hospital and also Paoli Hospital, part of Main Line Health, were named as one of the “World’s Best Hospitals”…
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Montco-Centric Adolf Paier, Jr., Passes; Career Hallmarks Were ‘Integrity, Honesty, Intellect, and Wisdom’
Adolf A. Paier, Jr., has passed at age 83. The businessman’s personal and professional life was vast but reflected ties to Montgomery County. Gary Miles covered his loss in The Philadelphia Inquirer. Paier was born in Branford, Conn. He came southward to the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, from which earned a 1960…
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This Bryn Mawr Billionaire Pays Big Bucks for Phillies’ Success
Bryn Mawr resident John Middleton wasn’t always in the public eye. But in recent years, as the Philadelphia Phillies’ managing partner and principal owner, he’s become more well-known. And this season, Middleton is taking big risks with huge payoffs. The team went over the Major League Baseball’s $230 million salary cap in pursuit of…
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Jim Cawley, Former Lieutenant Governor of Pennsylvania, Named President of Rosemont College
The Rosemont College Board of Trustees has named Interim President Jim Cawley as the college’s 15th President. Cawley has served in an interim capacity since June 21, and his contract has been extended to June 30, 2028. “Given his distinguished career and track record of public service and executive leadership experience, it is no surprise…
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Valley Forge Tourism Board Embraces the Area’s World-Series Red-Letter Days
The 2022 World Series, pitting the Philadelphia Phillies against the Houston Astros, is a big deal to fervent and casual fans alike. Across the county over the next five days, Montgomery Countians will be swathed in red, gathering in area bars and restaurants, cheering as they haven’t done since 2009 — the last time the…
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Harcum Professor Publishes Guide to Engage Online Learners, Highlights Dozens of Virtual Teaching Tips
When Early Childhood Program Director Dr. Joanne Ricevuto had to take a few classes online toward her doctoral degree, it wasn’t always the best experience. Often, she felt disengaged from her instructors. While the desired outcome (earning her doctorate degree in education) was attained, she knew there had to be a better way to reach…
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Vintage and Value: Montgomery County Has Plenty for the Thrifty Thrift-Shop Shopper
Montgomery County’s shopping reputation rests heavily on its destination mall, its branded outlets, and friendly retailers on main streets. But alongside these front-runners is the community thrift shop, where the budget conscious meet the fans of vintage looks. Philadelphia Magazines’ Erica Moody racked up info on two in-county stores that she finds recommendable. The appeal…
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Local CRE Tycoons: Ever Dream of Holding the Deed to Bryn Mawr College?
Montgomery County real estate barons can test their financial savvy on a small scale, thanks to a new Main Line version of the classic board game Monopoly. Justin Udo did the deed in reporting its debut for KYW Newsradio. This backyard version is produced by the current licensee for the real estate game, Top Trumps,…
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This Bryn Mawr Gift Shop Is Fully Stocked with Inventory and Inclusiveness
Bernadette Wheeler and her husband opened a Bryn Mawr gift store without a profit motive. Instead, they wanted to make a difference, specifically for their 30-year-old son Eric, who has Down’s Syndrome. Something Different by Eric is a place that celebrates people who work through their disabilities, reports abc13, Houston. Upon entering the store, shoppers…
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Having Parsed Montco’s Public Schools and Districts for 2023, Niche Now Rates Its Private Ones
Montgomery County is home to 13 of 50 best private high schools in Pa. for 2023, according to a new report published by Niche. To determine the state’s 2023 best private high schools, Niche analyzed key statistics along with reviews submitted by students and parents. The ranking factors included SAT/ACT scores, student-teacher ratio, the quality…
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Retiring Bryn Mawr Condo Owners Sell, Seek to Stay Close to ‘The Most Beautiful Place We’ve Ever Lived’
As a college administrator, Terry Shepard led a nomadic existence. He and wife Debra Thomas have lived in California, Texas, and Maryland. But while he was at Bryn Mawr College they nestled into a community that Shepard called “…the most beautiful place we’ve ever lived.” As Shepherd now prepares to retire, the condo is up…
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Bidding Battles Are Hot in the Main Line, Despite Nationwide Cooling
In the age of inflation and imminent recession, it’s no wonder why the housing market is tanking. But the Philadelphia metro area is an oasis in the otherwise dismal arena. It’s the only area to see an increase in bidding battles, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Main Line specifically is…
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Prospective Art & Design Students Can Gain Hands-on Experience of the Major at Harcum College
Prospective Art & Design majors are invited to take part in a Harcum College preview of its coursework in an in-depth, personal way. The school’s Oct. 22 “Art & Design Experience” is a morning of hands-on workshops featuring current Harcum College Art & Design majors. The program takes place at the college’s Art & Design…
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Lever-Pullers with Longevity: 55 Montco Voters Tick Enough Boxes to Make Pa. Voter Hall of Fame
As the 2022 election cycle trundles on, all the rhetoric, differences of opinion, and “I-approve-of-this-message” messaging may try the patience of some Montgomery County voters. But a select few have dedicated themselves so solidly to the electoral process that they enthusiastically participate anyway, keeping alive a decades-long streak of ballot casting. Those citizens have earned…
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