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Glenside Pizza: A Rising Giant Among Independent Pizza Shops
Bill Zonios doesn’t use DoorDash. He doesn’t use Grubhub. And last year, Glenside Pizza hit $2 million in sales anyway. That number tells you something about how Zonios runs his shop and why customers keep coming back. “We train our counter staff to greet customers as if they know them but haven’t seen them in a while,” said Zonios. “Our…
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Glenside Record Shop to Sell Legendary DJ Pierre Robert’s Collection
A Glenside record shop is giving music fans a unique way to celebrate a Philadelphia radio legend, writes Dan DeLuca for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Vinyl Chickie will host a special sale featuring the personal record collection of longtime WMMR DJ Pierre Robert. The collection includes hundreds of vinyl records and CDs and will be sold…
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Sip Real Malt at One of Pennsylvania’s 11 True Soda Fountains Right Here in Montco
If a genuine malt from an old-school soda fountain is what you want, The Weldon Fountain in Glenside is one of 11 spots in Pennsylvania to satisfy that craving, writes Author Liam Radford for Family Vacations. The Weldon Fountain offers a classic counter experience where you can watch every step from syrup pull to seltzer…
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Grey Towers Castle Stands as a Striking Architectural Landmark at Arcadia University
Built in 1898, Grey Towers Castle on Arcadia University campus is one of Pennsylvania’s most striking buildings, with more than 50 gargoyles and a mirror room, reports Tom Kretschmer for 6abc. Grey Towers Castle was once among the largest private residences in the nation, and today it is a home for some lucky students. “Even…
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New Arcadia Wrestling Teams Build Foundation for Program’s Future
New men’s and women’s wrestling teams at Arcadia University are establishing a strong foundation for the program’s long-term future during their first season, writes Katie Lewis for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The university’s newest athletic programs found their home in a transformed basketball gymnasium on campus. “Compared to most wrestling rooms, we have a very open…
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Glenside’s Juli Betsch Shares Grandfather’s Phillies Legacy with 1964 Fan Group
A Facebook group dedicated to a heartbreaking season for the Phillies is taking on a life of its own with help from Glenside’s Juli Betsch, writes Alex Coffey for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The ‘Memories of the 1964 Phillies’ group started late last year by Stephen Dicht to mark the season’s 60th anniversary. Despite ending in…
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Montgomery County, Cheltenham Township Leaders Visualize Future in Glenside
Not even the sweltering heat amid a Montgomery County Code Red Hot Weather Emergency on Jul. 25 was enough to dull the Friday afternoon buzz on the streets of Glenside, Cheltenham Township’s fast-growing hub just beyond the Philadelphia city limits. Outside Elcy’s Cafe at Glenside train station, the SEPTA commuter lot was nearly full. Inside,…
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Glenside’s Moonlight Diner Shines Bright with Breakfast Done Right
The Moonlight Diner, tucked unassumingly in Glenside, might not scream for attention, but it doesn’t have to, writes Claire Allard for Family Destinations Guide. Regulars know it’s a Montco classic where comfort food reigns, and newcomers quickly learn why. Inside, it’s all about no-frills authenticity. Red vinyl booths. Ceramic mugs. Potted plants in the windows.…
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Vinyl Chickie in Glenside Recognized as Best Record Store in Philadelphia Region
Despite being open only a few months, Vinyl Chickie in Glenside has been recognized as the best record store in the Philadelphia region by Philadelphia Magazine, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. “OMG!, OMG!, OMG!” said owner Lisa Schaffer. “So grateful.” Schaffer opened her dream record store a little over two months ago. Now, she…
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Glenside Artist Zenos Frudakis Has Sculpted Everything from Monuments to Figurative Works
Glenside artist Zenos Frudakis, best known for his Freedom monument, has sculpted everything from large-scale monuments and portrait statues to busts and figurative works throughout his distinguished career, reports Hank Flynn for FOX 29 Philadelphia. Frudakis’ work can be found throughout Philadelphia and his work can be easily recognized for its striking detail and realism.…
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Arcadia University President Talks Student-Run Pro Bono Physical Therapy Clinic
Arcadia University in Glenside is helping uninsured and underinsured community members access physical therapy through a student-run pro bono clinic, reports Keith Jones for NBC10 Philadelphia. “It’s part of Arcadia University’s nationally recognized Doctor of Physical Therapy program,” said President of Arcadia University, Ajay Nair. “It offers no-cost physical therapy services to uninsured and underinsured…
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LuLu Country Club’s Trevor Bensel Clinches Record Prize at Haverford’s PGA Classic
Trevor Bensel of Glenside’s LuLu Country Club teed up the biggest win of his career at the 27th Annual Haverford Philadelphia PGA Classic. Bensel walked away with a tournament-record $100,000 prize at Sunnybrook Golf Club on Plymouth Meeting. He hit 5 under par with a 67 and edged out Rolling Green’s Braden Shattuck by a…
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Glenside Sculptor Zenos Frudakis Casts Muhammad Ali Statue for Lewiston
A towering bronze tribute to Muhammad Ali, crafted by Glenside’s Zenos Frudakis is on its way to Lewiston, Maine, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. The ten-foot statue was commissioned to commemorate Ali’s legendary 1965 fight against Sonny Liston. The piece captures the champion’s strength and defiance in the face of doubt. For Frudakis, it was…
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Rooster’s Glenside Blends Sports Bar, English Pub, and Cocktail Lounge Vibes
Rooster’s, the new Stove & Co. restaurant in Glenside, blends sports bar, English pub, and cocktail lounge vibes into one inviting spot for a great night out, writes Jason Sheehan for the Philadelphia Magazine. The new eatery, located in the space that once housed the beloved Keswick Tavern, features a massive television that stretches nearly…
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Lost 19th Century Painting of Black High Culture Found in Glenside Thrift Shop
A previously lost William H Dorsey painting, representing 19th-century Black wealth and high culture, was found at the New Life Thrift Shop in Glenside, writes Peter Crimmins for the WHYY. The painting, which is now on view at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, was purchased for $10 by the thrift store’s regular customer, Andy Robbins,…
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Glenside Mom’s Egg Hunt Fundraiser Cracks $1,700 for Cystic Fibrosis Research
Glenside mom Grace Jenkins turned plastic eggs into real impact this Easter, writes Erin McCarthy for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Jenkins organized her first-ever Egg My Yard fundraiser to support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation — and the response from the Montgomery County community was nothing short of egg-cellent. Inspired by another CF mom across the country,…
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From Live Music to Local Eats: Glenside Offers Perfect Mix for Residents
Glenside is not just a place to visit for a show; it offers a perfect blend of great dining and entertainment options for those who live there, writes Sandy Smith for the Philadelphia Magazine. “It’s a perfect 10!” said Carle Robbins, Addison Wolfe Real Estate’s director of sales. “As in, only 10 miles to Philly…
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Glenside Hosts First-Ever St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival on March 8
Glenside, home to one of the nation’s oldest 4th of July parades, will celebrate its Irish heritage with the first-ever Glenside St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival on Saturday, March 8, 2025. The event will feature a lively parade followed by a festival in Keswick Village. Attendees can expect music, food, and fun for all…
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