Montgomery County
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Montgomery County Switching to Individualized COVID-19 Vaccination Appointment Links to Prevent Line-Jumpers
Montgomery County is planning to start sending individualized appointment links next week to people eligible to receive the coronavirus vaccine in the hopes of stopping line-jumpers, writes Aaron Moselle for WHYY. These new, single-use links will require a resident to enter a password supplied by the county to make their vaccination appointment. The county had…
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Montgomery County to Deploy COVID-19 Hotline, Software Fix to Prevent Misuse of Appointment Links
Montgomery County is preparing to deploy a software fix that will prevent the misuse of vaccine appointment links, write Justine McDaniel, Oona Goodin-Smith, Rob Tornoe, and Allison Steele for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The state provided registration software, PrepMod, creates universal links for appointments, which were being shared among family and friends, creating registration problems. These…
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Valentine’s Day in Montco: Romance and Fun Are in the Air
Who knows love and friendship better than Montco residents? Thanks to a host of great activities, places to eat, and places to stay, you’ll enjoy Valentine’s Day (safely) no matter what you do in our wonderful county. Go on a super-special excursion on Boyertown’s Colebrookdale Railroad Saturday or Sunday, February 13th or 14th. Take a…
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Two Montgomery County Lawyers at the Center of Impeachment Universe
With area lawyers on both sides, Montgomery County is firmly at the heart of former President Donald Trump’s second impeachment trial, writes Katie Meyer for WHYY. Madeleine Dean, of Glenside, a congressional Democrat representing Montgomery County, is serving as impeachment manager and will attempt to make the case that Trump directly incited violence at the…
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Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board’s Guide to Valentine’s Day
Now more than ever, it’s important to keep your loved ones close to your heart. Although Valentine’s activities are a little different this year, Montgomery County offers plenty of ways to make this holiday one to remember. Shop Montco and see how you can support our Montco Main Streets and small businesses this Valentine’s Day!…
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Montgomery County Officials Ask Residents Not to Post Their Vaccine Appointment Links on Social Media, Warn of Potential Misuse
Montgomery County officials have asked residents not to share the links to their COVID-19 vaccine appointments on social media due to potential misuse, writes Carl Hessler Jr. for The Pottstown Mercury. After somebody posts a link on social media, others can use it to make an appointment for themselves if they are quick enough. “People…
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Montgomery County is Running Out of Vaccines, But Pennsylvania Still Does Not Know When More Doses Will Be Available
Pennsylvania still does not know when an increased shipment of shots will be available for counties that are running out of first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, such as Montgomery County, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to Department of Health Senior Advisor Lindsey Mauldin, Montgomery County is among those that have received…
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With Vaccine Supply Still Slow, Montco Officials Ask For Patience, Warn of ‘Line-Jumpers’
Montgomery County officials have asked the public to be patient as the administration of the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents continues, write Zoë Read and Maria Pulcinella for WHYY. Commissioner Dr. Valerie Arkoosh pointed to the recent expansion of the 1A group by the state without an accompanying increase in the number of vaccine doses…
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February 6: Here Are the Montgomery County ZIP Codes Where COVID-19 Has Spread the Most and the Least Over the Last Week
The number of new COVID-19 cases is starting to decrease nationwide and across the state, with Montgomery County numbers following the downward trend and recording a significant drop in the last seven days, write Sean Adams and Megan Lavey-Heaton for the Harrisburg Patriot-News. The highest percentage increase in Montgomery County over this period was in…
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Super Bowl Sunday: Montco’s Best Big Game Party Places
Are you ready for some football? Are you ready for the crazy commercials and the Half Time Show? But the way I see it, the Superbowl is really about the food- the apps, the wings, the dips, the beer, the pizza! What’s your favorite Superbowl nosh? Check out some of these Montgomery County restaurants and…
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February 5 Update: County Asks for Patience as Vaccine Rollout Continues, COVID-19 Cases and Death Lessened
Montgomery County reported 139 new positive cases of COVID-19 as of Thursday, February 4, bringing the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases to 43,491 countywide since March 7, 2020. There are currently 279 people hospitalized in Montgomery County hospitals due to severe COVID-19 symptoms. Of those COVID-19 patients, 37 are on ventilators, which is an…
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Montgomery Bar Association Announces Recommendations from the Autonomous Judiciary Committee
The Montgomery Bar Association has the obligation to pass upon the qualifications of candidates for Judge of the Court of Common Pleas of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, objectively. Candidates are rated Highly Recommended, Recommended, or Not Recommended. Daniel G. Ronca is Highly Recommended. He possesses superior qualifications to serve with distinction as Judge of the Court…
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Montco Hotels Host Hybrid Events with Upgraded Technology and Redesigned Spaces
To meet the increasing pent-up demand for smaller hybrid meetings, many Montgomery County hotels are prepared with upgraded technology, enhanced cleaning procedures, and redesigned event spaces. “Hybrid events allow organizations to expand their reach, yet still provide the in-person experience for those that are looking for it,” said Scott Higgins, Associate Director of Sales &…
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To Survive, SEPTA Regional Rail Should Try to Expand Its Ridership Base
With its ridership down around 85 percent from pre-pandemic levels, SEPTA Regional Rail has to consider widening its customer base to survive, writes Patricia Madej for The Philadelphia Inquirer. This is especially important considering that many of its suburban riders will not return to their five-day-a-week schedules even when the pandemic is no longer a…
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The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County Presents COVID-19 Update for Business Leaders
One year after the CDC confirmed the first case of COVID-19 in the United States, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County presented a vaccine program update for business leaders. The program addressed questions including how a vaccine was developed so quickly, the safety profile, legal issues related to employee mandated immunizations and the…
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February 3 Update: Vaccine Rollout Continues, COVID-19 Deaths Down, Small Increase in New Montco Cases
Montgomery County reported 822 new positive cases of COVID-19 as of Tuesday, February 2, bringing the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases to 43,220 countywide since March 7, 2020. There are currently 264 people hospitalized in Montgomery County hospitals due to severe COVID-19 symptoms. Of those COVID-19 patients, 36 are on ventilators, which is an…
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Here’s How to Celebrate Black History Month in Montgomery County
Each year, the month of February is dedicated to honoring the historical impact, achievements, and larger than life figures in the black community. In 2020, we collectively began to take a look at the state of our world and how we can strive toward a better future. Now more than ever, we work towards building…
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Montgomery County Lawyer Who Declined to Prosecute Bill Cosby will Represent Former President Trump at His Second Impeachment Trial
Bruce Castor, Montgomery County’s former top prosecutor, will serve as co-lead counsel for former President Donald Trump at his second impeachment hearing, writes Anna Orso for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Castor is both famous and infamous in local legal and political circles. He served as Montgomery County’s top law enforcement officer from 2000 to 2008. In…
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