East Greenville
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Dolly Parton Joined Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter—But Not Without Setting Some Ground Rules
When Dolly Parton teamed up with East Greenville’s Sabrina Carpenter for a fresh take on “Please Please Please,” the country icon had one non-negotiable: keep it clean, writes Becca Wood for Today. Known for her candid lyrics, Carpenter toned things down at Parton’s request—and the result is a charming duet that bridges generations. In an…
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East Greenville’s Knoll Transformed American Homes With Mid-Century Modern Furniture
East Greenville-based Knoll transformed American homes with mid-century modern furniture, known for clean lines, unadorned forms, and focus on functionality, writes Bedatri D. Choudhury for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Hans Knoll, son of a German furniture maker, relocated to New York City in 1938 with plans to start a furniture company importing European-designed furniture. However, World…
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Montco’s Sabrina Carpenter Makes Philanthropy Part of the Show
While pop Superstar Sabrina Carpenter is topping charts this summer, she’s setting new standards offstage with her charitable impact, writes Andrew Flanagan for Variety. The East Greenville native has partnered with nonprofit Plus1 to launch the Sabrina Carpenter Fund, which has raised over $1 million in under a year. Most of the $824,000 came from…
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East Greenville’s Sabrina Carpenter Keeps Breaking Records
East Greenville’s Sabrina Carpenter continues her record-breaking streak with her new single, “Manchild”, writes Hugh McIntyre for Forbes. The new song made a stellar debut across multiple Billboard charts, including a Number 1 landing on the Hot 100. The track, which introduces her upcoming album Man’s Best Friend, also takes the top spot on the…
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East Greenville’s Sabrina Carpenter Reflects on Her Rise and What’s Next
Sabrina Carpenter doesn’t just write pop hits; she delivers punchlines. In an interview with Angie Martoccio for Rolling Stone, the 26-year-old East Greenville native reflects on a breakout year defined by sharp songwriting, unexpected collaborations, and an unapologetic sense of humor. Hot off the heels of her Grammy-winning album Short n’ Sweet, Carpenter is gearing…
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Montco’s Sabrina Carpenter Kicks Off Concert Event Exclusive to Gamers
Montgomery County’s own Sabrina Carpenter is dropping in for more Fortnite with an interactive concert event, writes Michael Caruso for Sports Illustrated. The latest Fortnite Festival event, “Dance with Sabrina”, launched last Friday. Now, fans have a front-row seat to the East Greenville native’s virtual concert that they help create. Fortnite has collaborated with musical…
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East Greenville’s Sabrina Carpenter Hits Musical Milestone in the U.K.
East Greenville’s own Sabrina Carpenter is still riding high from her breakout success with Short n’ Sweet, but now one of her earlier albums is having a major moment, writes Hugh McIntyre for Forbes. Emails I Can’t Send, released back in 2022, just celebrated its 52nd week on the U.K.’s Official Albums Chart — marking…
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East Greenville’s Sabrina Carpenter Takes Over Fortnite!
East Greenville’s own Sabrina Carpenter is leveling up as the latest pop star to join the wildly popular Fortnite universe, writes Emily Bloch for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The “Espresso” singer made her video game debut last week as a featured artist and playable character in Fortnite Festival Season 8, a music-centric spin-off of the global…
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East Greenville’s Own Sabrina Carpenter Lands First Country Hit With Dolly Parton
Sabrina Carpenter’s music career has officially crossed genres, writes Hugh McIntyre for Forbes. Fresh off winning Best Pop Vocal Album at the Grammys, the East Greenville singer-songwriter lands her first entry on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. Her track Please Please Please debuts at No. 17, thanks to a new duet version featuring country legend…
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East Greenville’s Grand Theater Celebrates 100th Anniversary
The Grand Theater in East Greenville, PA celebrates its 100th anniversary reports Michelle Kane for the Patch. The historical theater is known for its single-screen cinema and meticulous restoration offering patrons a step through time. It is one of only a few like theaters still in operation. To mark the occasion, the theater will host…
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Pratt Industries, Which Has Facility in East Greenville, Announces Green Investment
An Australian company that employs hundreds of people across the Keystone State and has a facility in East Greenville, is investing in green energy infrastructure, according to 69 News. Pratt Industries manufactures 100 percent recycled packaging and paper, the largest private-owned company to do so. This $500 million investment will create hundreds of jobs…
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An East Greenville Farm Is All About the Tinned Fish
Rainbow Tomatoes Garden in East Greenville is home to the world’s largest selection of tinned fish, writes Ezra Erik for Philadelphia Magazine. Dan Waber, who owns the farm with his wife, Jenny Hill, and her daughter, Helen Kaucher, is an expert on tinned fish. At the farm, they offer an extensive variety of tinned seafood,…
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Don’t Miss the Last ‘Creek Critters’ at Green Lane Park for the Summer
Bring the family to the last “Creek Critters” event for the summer at Green Lane Park on Saturday, August 26 at 1 p.m. The program is free and suitable for all ages. You will get a chance to explore all the creatures in Perkiomen Creek using nets, pans, and magnifying bug boxes. Be sure to…
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East Greenville-Based Knoll Has an Iconic Chair Designed by Delaware Valley Sculptor
East Greenville-based Knoll is known for its innovative chairs that emulate an artistic style worthy of being in a museum exhibition. Notable designers have designed midcentury-style chairs for the company, according to Terry and Kim Kovel in The Daily Times. The famous grasshopper and womb chairs are designed by Finnish-American architect Eero Saarinen. The…
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East Greenville’s Grand Theater Preserved Forever; Its Owner’s Tale Is a Legit Shaggy Dog Story
East Greenville’s Grand Theater got a one-of-a-kind gift for its recent 98th birthday: designation from The Heritage Conservancy as an official historic structure. Rose Itzcovitz gained admission to cover the distinction for WFMZ 69 News. The movie house was built in 1924. But in 2004, 80 years after its debut, The Grand Theater heyday had…
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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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In Advance of Tomorrow’s Scorcher, Here’s Where to Turn for Relief
Tomorrow’s one-two punch of high humidity and excessive heat will bring on a real-feel temperature of 102⁰. That’s dangerous territory for Montgomery County residents who are very young, advanced in age, or medically compromised; however, Montgomery County service providers are firing up its heat advisory response. Emily Rizzo was appropriately cool-headed in bringing details to…
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1830 Map — One of the Earliest Printings of Montgomery County on Paper — Gets New Home in Pennsburg
An 1830 Montgomery County map has been acquired by the Schwenkfelder Library and Heritage Center for display in Pennsburg this fall. Joe Zlomek unrolled this story at The Sanatoga Post. The document is estimated to be one of the earliest printed maps of the county. The Schwenkfelder Library acquired it at auction as another element…
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