Montgomery County
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MCCC Municipal Police Academy celebrates 37 graduates
Thirty-seven cadets from Montgomery County Community College’s (MCCC) Municipal Police Academy program took an important step forward toward careers in law enforcement, following the program’s graduation ceremony. Of the graduating class members, 24 cadets were sponsored by area police departments coming into the Academy. Six cadets received conditional offers upon completion of the program. Twenty-eight cadets were…
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Chris Thomas Enters State Senate Race, Challenging Pennycuick in Key Montco District
Former executive director of the Montgomery County Democratic Committee Chris Thomas has entered the race for Pennsylvania’s 24th State Senate District, writes Gillian McGoldrick for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 29-year-old Democrat is challenging incumbent Senator Tracy Pennycuick, who represents parts of Montgomery and Berks Counties. Thomas, who previously taught seventh-grade math and science in Philadelphia,…
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The Ultimate Guide to the Holidays in Montco
Are you planning a holiday getaway? Look no further! Montgomery County is the perfect destination for an unforgettable holiday experience. As the most magical time of year approaches, this guide is your passport to experiencing the festive spirit like never before. Whether you’re a local seeking new holiday traditions or a visitor eager to explore the…
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MCCC STEM Students Tackle Third Annual Merck Automation and Innovation Challenge
A team of 10 Montgomery County Community College Engineering and Computer Science students tested their skills in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) to complete the third annual Automation and Innovation Challenge, presented by Merck & Co. Students Sarah T. Ahner, Kyle Alcantara, Aditi Chowdheury, Miguel Grimaldos-Garcia, Joshua Jang, Rachel Myhre, David Olabanji, Stefania Schianodicola, Van-Allen…
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Where to Find the Perfect Christmas Tree in Montco
If you’re looking for the perfect Christmas tree this holiday season, Montco is the place to be! These local Christmas Tree farms offer a fun, family-friendly experience where you can pick out the perfect tree, enjoy the outdoors, and start a new holiday tradition. Let’s take a look at some of the best Christmas tree farms in the…
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Montgomery County Community College Named One of Nation’s Best for Vets Colleges
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) has again earned national recognition for its commitment to veterans and military-connected students. Military Times named MCCC to its 2025 Best for Vets: Colleges list, ranking the College fourth in Pennsylvania, 12th in the Mid-Atlantic region, and 144th nationwide out of 357 institutions. “For 15 years, Best for Vets has…
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Top Places to View Holiday Lights in Valley Forge and Montgomery County
Create a family tradition and experience the holidays in Valley Forge and Montgomery County at the area’s most dazzling light displays! Wild Lights at the Elmwood Park Zoo Date: Now until Dec. 30Where: Elmwood Park Zoo, Norristown The Elmwood Park Zoo is illuminated once again this year with more lights and decorative attractions than ever…
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Your Montco Guide to the Best Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree Farms
With the holiday season in full swing, those looking to make a memory-filled day trip don’t have to travel far. The Philadelphia Inquirer curated this list of Montgomery County’s beloved Christmas tree farms, each offering its own take on seasonal cheer. In Collegeville, Corkum Tree Farm has welcomed families for more than 30 years with…
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Habitat MontDelco Is Opening the Door to Homeownership for Families Priced Out of the Market
If you’re dreaming of owning a home but feel priced out of the market, Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery and Delaware Counties (Habitat MontDelco) offers a life-changing opportunity. Our Home Purchase Program is designed to make homeownership attainable for families with limited income, while also strengthening local communities. What Is the Habitat MontDelco Home Purchase…
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Forge Hospitality Adopts Self-Managed Model, Taking Direct Control of Five-Hotel Portfolio
Forge Hospitality, the hospitality division of Audubon Land Development and a leading hotel owner in Southeastern Pennsylvania, recently revealed it will transition to a self-managed operating model and assume direct management of its five-hotel portfolio totaling 642 keys across the region. Rooted in the belief that hospitality is personal, Forge Hospitality is embracing a self-managed…
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MCCC and Variety Launch Inclusive Campus Cafés Supporting Young Adults with Disabilities
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) and Variety – the Children’s Charity of the Delaware Valley recently celebrated a new partnership involving the opening of two community-based cafés on MCCC’s Blue Bell Campus. The cafés not only provide convenient on-campus food options for MCCC students, employees, and visitors, but they also serve as an expansion of…
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A Montco Sandwich Shop Serves Up One of Best Thanksgiving Hoagies
Stephanie Farr, a columnist for The Philadelphia Inquirer, takes her after-Thanksgiving traditions seriously and one of them is enjoying Thanksgiving leftover sandwiches. Inspired by one of her readers, she undertook the tasty task of ranking some of the most popular Thanksgiving hoagies in the Philadelphia area. Out of 7 local sandwiches, Capriotti’s “The Bobbie” earned…
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Montco Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC), a respected public institution serving Blue Bell and Pottstown, is actively seeking dedicated professionals to join its collaborative and mission-driven team, with open roles such as Student Services Assistant. The Student Services Assistant is responsible for providing support to both new and returning students at the College as part of the College’s mission of access,…
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MCCC to Host Empty Bowls Food Insecurity Fundraiser Thursday, Dec. 4
Join Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) students and employees in the Fine Arts, Culinary, and Bakery & Pastry Arts programs, as they serve bowls of hot, delicious soup, all in an effort to combat food insecurity on campus. The three programs are collaborating to host an Empty Bowls fundraiser to raise awareness about hunger and food insecurity, Thursday, Dec. 4, from…
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Curbing Teen Vaping: Montco Program Buys Back Devices For $100
Montgomery County has launched a free program to reduce teen vaping with a $100 reward to anyone who turns in their vape, writes Jennifer Joyce for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The concept originated with Montgomery County Prevention Coordinators Jennifer Gehret and Katie Kucz, who noticed area colleges had vape buyback programs and created a high schools…
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MCCC’s PwC Collaboration Creates Connections for Student Success
After Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) teamed up with one of the Big Four accounting firms on a new student success venture, one recent graduate was given the opportunity of a lifetime. In 2024, MCCC became one of the first community colleges to participate in PricewaterhouseCoopers’ (PwC’s) initiative to strengthen its relationships with community colleges. “The goal…
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Penn State Abington Professor Writes Book on American Revolutionary War from Perspective of German Soldiers
Friederike Baer, associate professor of history at Penn State Abington, examines the experiences of German soldiers during the American Revolutionary War in her new book, Hessians: German Soldiers in the American Revolutionary War, according to a staff interview from Penn State News. The book focuses on 30,000 German auxiliaries hired by Britain to squash the…
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First Bank House of the Week: A Rare Neutra-Designed Home Hidden in King of Prussia
Tucked away on a serene two-acre lot in Gulph Mills, the Richard Neutra–designed Coveney House offers a rare blend of architectural heritage and natural tranquility. . . Listed at $2,495,000 on Realtor.com, this mid-century modern masterpiece is one of only six private residences in the Philadelphia region created by the iconic architect. Completed in 1963…
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