Jenkintown
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Montco Is Home to 23 Least Budget-Friendly Communities in the State, Including Number One
A Seattle software company’s national and statewide analyses of household expenses reveals Montgomery County communities in which monthly bill paying takes the least — and largest — bites. The study by fintech firm doxo shows that nationwide, the monthly outlay for bills is $2,003, which goes to the following: Mortgage Rent Auto loans Utilities Auto…
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With 43 Years’ Experience, A Jenkintown Consignment Shop Has Mastered the Art of the Pivot
Current business seems to be all about the pivot, the quick redirect of operations models necessitated by change. Over its 43 years in Jenkintown, the owners of Breslin’s Consignment Corner — an upscale consignment shop — have become very adept at the tactic, as Morgan Dougherty of PHL17 discovered. Breslin’s opened in 1979 by sisters-in-law…
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Broadcaster Mike Missanelli Connects with Jenkintown Media Partner, Scores New Show at the Shore
Mike Missanelli has found a new perch for his sports radio content, just in time for the Phila. Eagles Sept. 11 home opener. The new gig comes via a business connection with JAKIB Media Partners, Jenkintown. Michael Potter suited up to cover the story for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Missanelli’s new show will broadcast from…
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Manor College’s Upcoming Movie Night Will Set Action Fans’ Spidey-Senses Tingling
It’s a Manor-College-Marvel-movie mashup on Aug. 4, when the campus hosts an outdoor showing of Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021). The 8 p.m. screening of the comic-book saga invites families and fans to the college’s Jenkintown campus for a free night of after-dark entertainment. The film will show outdoors, accompanied by snacks and refreshments that…
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Manor College President Views Ukraine War through Lens of Grief, Anger, and Divine Reliance
“Our Ukrainian Catholic identity has always been prevalent,” said Dr. Jonathan Peri, president of Manor College, Jenkintown, reflecting on the global strife unfolding in Eastern Europe. His outlook has driven the campus from the top down in countless ways, including its recent support for Ukraine, as reported by Gina Christian for Catholic Philly. Manor College…
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Macaroni & Cheese Day Yields 10 In-County Places to ‘Shellebrate’ with Cheesy Gusto
The origins of macaroni and cheese have been blurred by the passage of time. Kraft Foods and Thomas Jefferson are thought to have had a hand in popularizing the dish. But historical records show references to it as far back as the 14th Century. Regardless, today’s holiday (July 14) celebrating it, which appeared sometime around…
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Always the Class Clown, 2022 Manor College Graduate Makes Impact Being Himself
Anthony Floyd isn’t afraid to admit he’s a bit of a class clown. His jokes aren’t malicious, they’re meant for everyone to have a good time. Floyd’s most memorable one came when an eighth grade teacher dropped a mint from his mouth while teaching. Floyd said quickly, “How’s your breath so bad that the mint…
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Family Members Give Back to Community by Volunteering for Jenkintown Fire Department
Mike Kolenkiewicz and his son-in-law, Sam Ford, are giving back to the community by volunteering with Jenkintown Fire Department’s Pioneer Fire Company #1, according to a staff report from The Reporter Online. Ford has been volunteering for three years, with his father-in-law joining in late 2021, after years of consideration. “I coached my two daughters’…
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50 Years Later, Alum Reflects on the Foundation Built at Manor College in Jenkintown
Every so often, Rose Pekala meets up for breakfast in a Bucks County restaurant with four of her friends. The group has supported each other through life’s joyful moments and tough hardships. It’s been that way since the five women met at Manor College in the 1970s. “College is a struggle,” Pekala said. “It’s not…
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Adam Sandler’s Hustle, Filmed Partly at Manor College’s Gym, Getting Rave Reviews
Hustle, Adam Sandler’s new movie that was partly filmed at Manor College’s gym, premiered on Netflix earlier this week and is getting rave reviews, writes Victor Fiorillo for the Philadelphia Magazine. The film stars Sandler as a basketball scout for the Philadelphia 76ers who is trying to jumpstart the NBA career of a talented but…
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Adam Sandler’s New Movie ‘Hustle’ Filmed at Manor College Shines Bright Spotlight on Philadelphia Region
The trailer for the new Adam Sandler movie “Hustle” that prominently features Manor College is out and it is packed with all things Philadelphia, writes Michael Tanenbaum for the Philly Voice. The movie that is slated for a June release stars Sandler as a basketball scout who is trying to jumpstart the NBA career of…
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Jenkintown’s Manor College, Elected Officials Keep Ukraine Crisis in the Forefront
Dr. Jonathan Peri, President of Manor College, speaks at a press conference on June 2, 2022. Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro was among the speakers during the press conference on June 2. Manor College welcomed a number of political figures on June 2, highlighting the ongoing need for aid to Ukraine. “Putin’s cruel enterprise is…
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Abington Friends School Announces New Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
AFS is pleased to announce that Jayla Greene has been named as the school’s next Varsity Girls Basketball head coach, effective immediately. Director of Athletics Jeff Bond says, “We are thrilled to have Jayla join the AFS community and take the lead of our girls basketball program. Jayla brings a passion for teaching basketball, a…
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Gov. Tom Wolf, Labor Secretary Praise Manor College in Jenkintown, Awards Grant
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf visited Manor College recently to participate in a roundtable discussion about the College’s career readiness and digital literacy program. The Wolf Administration awarded the institution a $45,000 grant to provide greater access to employment opportunities in the 21st Century job market. “Students can go out and get a job at a…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Enticing Bungalow with Mid-Century Flair in Jenkintown
An enticing bungalow home on 2.49 beautiful acres with four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Jenkintown. This Meadowbrook residence seamlessly fuses old-world charm and modern amenities. The home’s original part dates back to 1880 and has been thoughtfully expanded over the years to provide it with mid-century flair.…
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Baederwood Shoppes in Jenkintown Sells for Second Time in As Many Years
Regency Centers has acquired an 80 percent stake in Baederwood Shoppes on the Fairway in Jenkintown, which is anchored by Whole Foods and Planet Fitness, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The seller was Charter Realty and Development, which bought Baederwood in partnership with Inland Real Estate Group for $44 million in January…
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Abington Friends School Strives to Inspire Authentic, Transformative Experiential Learning
At Abington Friends School one day a few years ago, some teachers surveyed the 50 acre campus and suggested how great it would be to have a garden outside and for the students and clubs to use them for science classes and other learning opportunities. And thus, after some deep thinking and planning the Meadow…
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After Completing Disney College Program, Jenkintown’s Manor College Graduate Sets Sights on the Sports World
Shawn Wood grew up in Northeast Philadelphia and never lived on his own. Then he got accepted into the Disney College Program last summer. It thrust him into a new environment 17 hours away from his family. “It forced me to take risks,” Wood said. “It was a huge change and I wasn’t sure if…
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