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Manor College Offers Free Resources to Former Crozer Health Employees
In response to the closure of Crozer Health in Delaware County, Manor College plans to help former employees facing a difficult transition. Starting immediately, Manor College is offering former Crozer employees tuition-free summer classes at Manor College, the majority of which take place online. In addition, former employees will have free access to Manor College’s…
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Manor College Debuts Women’s Flag Football, Men’s Volleyball for 2025-26 Academic Year
Manor College will debut Women’s Flag Football and Men’s Volleyball forthe 2025-26 school year, the institution announced. Both sports are expected to play their first home games on campus in 2026. “I am excited to launch these new sports here at Manor College,” said John Dempster, Manor College Athletic Director. “Women’s Flag Football, in particular,…
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Bradley Cooper Serves Up Cheesesteaks at Eagles’ NovaCare Complex
Jenkintown native Bradley Cooper is continuing his dive into the cheesesteak business by taking over the Eagles‘ kitchen at the NovaCare Complex to serve Danny & Coop’s cheesesteaks to the team’s staff alongside his business partner, Danny DiGiampietro of Angelo’s Pizzeria, writes Michael Tanenbaum for the Philly Voice. The Eagles’ biggest celebrity superfan donned an apron to stuff…
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First Bank House of the Week: Jenkintown Stone Colonial with Pool and Privacy Hits the Market for $1.4M
Tucked along a nearly private road in the desirable Jenkintown neighborhood, 1536 Warner Road is a stone Colonial that perfectly blends historic character with modern upgrades. Listed at $1,400,000, this four-bedroom, four-bath home offers 1.27 acres of lush landscaping, elegant outdoor spaces, and a resort-style pool retreat. . . Step inside to find rich hardwood…
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Production Wraps for Bradley Cooper’s Latest Directorial Project
Jenkintown native, Bradley Cooper has wrapped production on his newest film, Is This Thing On?, writes Katcy Stephan for Variety. The film is a heartfelt story, blending comedy and emotional depth. The Searchlight Pictures project follows a couple whose marriage begins to unravel as they take divergent paths: he dives into New York City’s stand-up…
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St. Basil’s Academy Alumni Return to Jenkintown to Say Their Last Goodbye Before Demolition
Alumni of the former St. Basil’s Academy returned to Jenkintown to remember their alma mater and say a final goodbye before its demolition this week, writes Beccah Hendrickson for 6abc. The all-girls Ukrainian-Catholic private school was open for nine decades and helped educate thousands of students in the region. “My daughter went here so I…
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Gratz College Expands to Jenkintown, Plans Vibrant New Campus in Bala Cynwyd
Gratz College is planting roots with a new office in Jenkintown and has big plans for its newly acquired Bala Cynwyd campus, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. After the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia acquired its longtime Melrose Park home, Gratz signed a five-year lease for 3,700 square feet at 315 Old York…
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SPS Tenchnologies Continues Monitoring After Fire, Finds No Threats to Public Health
A month after a massive four-alarm fire tore through the SPS Technologies facility in Jenkintown, the company says ongoing air and water monitoring shows no threats to public health, writes Sophia Schmidt for WHYY. According to David Dugan, spokesperson for parent company Precision Castparts Corp., “there are no constituents of concern” in nearby creeks at…
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Danny McBride Shares How He Landed Abington Native Bradley Cooper for ‘Righteous Gemstones’ Final Season
Bradley Cooper needed just a little convincing to make a surprise appearance in the fourth and final season of The Righteous Gemstones, write Arabella Hau and Alex Cramer for People. Series creator and star Danny McBride, who plays Jesse Gemstone, shared how he landed Jenkintown’s Cooper for the HBO comedy’s last season. “I sent him…
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Jenkintown School District Honors First Responders for Bravery in SPS Technologies Fire
The Jenkintown School District took a moment to recognize the bravery and dedication of local first responders who battled the massive SPS Technologies fire last month, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. During Monday night’s board meeting, Superintendent Jill Takacs and the Board of Directors presented certificates of appreciation to those who worked tirelessly to…
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Giant Food Store Coming Soon to Jenkintown – Here’s What to Expect
Jenkintown is about to get a fresh new shopping option, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Giant Food Stores prepares to open its first location in the borough. The 50,000-square-foot supermarket, located at Old York Road and Wyncote Road, is part of a redevelopment project aimed at enhancing the area. This new addition is part…
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First Bank House of the Week: Historic Jenkintown Colonial Offers Luxury Living on 1.9 Acres
Nestled in the prestigious Rydal/Meadowbrook neighborhood, this stunning stone Colonial estate is now on the market for $1,395,000. Here’s a glimpse into this magnificent residence that offers an extraordinary blend of historic charm and modern luxury. . . Situated on 1.9 acres of professionally landscaped grounds, this home exudes classic elegance from the moment you…
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A New Chapter: Buckets Tavern Reopens Smoke-Free After Renovations
Buckets Tavern, a beloved Jenkintown dive bar, has officially gone smoke-free after 54 years, writes Jenn Ladd for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The decision follows years of debate and shifting public preferences, with owner Joe Braman and managing partner Matthew Martin acknowledging that times have changed. “There are more nonsmokers than smokers,” Braman said. “Kids today,…
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Manor Student Becomes U.S. Citizen in Pursuit of Dental Career
Reflecting on what she calls one of the best moments of her life, Luciel Montas twirls the stick of an American flag. “I need to get used to putting it the right way,” she said, questioning which way the stars and stripes should face when taking a picture. Hours earlier, she’d recited the “The Pledge…
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Bradley Cooper Talks Fatherhood and Football After the Super Bowl
Bradley Cooper and his daughter, Lea, were among the Philadelphia Eagles’ biggest fans at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, writes Katie Kindelan for ABC News. A lifelong Eagles supporter, Jenkintown’s Cooper was spotted on the field at Caesars Superdome before the Feb. 9 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. After the Eagles’ 40-22 victory,…
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Live in the Moment with Bradley Cooper’s Eagles Hype Video
Leading up to Super Bowl LIX, there was plenty to get Eagles fans excited, writes Glen Erby for MSN. Die-hard Eagle fan and Jenkintown native Bradley Cooper added to the anticipation by once again narrating an Eagles hype video – just as he did two years ago. The video highlights the magnitude of the moment,…
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Danny and Coops Food Truck Delivers Philly Taste to The Big Easy
Ahead of the Super Bowl, Jenkintown’s Bradley Cooper and Chef Danny DiGiampietro made a surprise stop in New Orleans, writes Natasha Dye for People Magazine. They brought their food truck, Danny and Coops Cheesesteaks, to the Big Easy. Teaming up with Visa, the duo parked their vehicle outside the Eliza Jane Hotel on Magazine Street…
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Dr. Crosby-Weeks Named Manor College Educator of the Year
Dr. Cherie Crosby-Weeks, Program Director of Teacher Education Programs at Manor College, was named the 2025 Educator of the Year, the institution announced during its annual Founders Day ceremony on Jan. 30. Crosby-Weeks began her Manor College career in 2011. She is the first professor to win the award on multiple occasions. “I am deeply…
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