• Montgomery County COVID-19 Monday Morning Update – April 20th

    Montgomery County COVID-19 Monday Morning Update – April 20th

    Based on the information found on state and county’s COVID-19 website and the Commissioner’s Sunday afternoon press release, here is a snapshot of the spread of coronavirus across Montgomery County, the Delaware Valley and Pennsylvania. As of 10:00 AM Sunday morning, Montgomery County reported 116 new COVID-19, down from the  201 new cases reported Saturday. …

  • Montgomery County COVID-19 Sunday Morning Update – April 19th

    Montgomery County COVID-19 Sunday Morning Update – April 19th

    Based on the information found on state and county’s COVID-19 website and the Commissioner’s Saturday afternoon press release, here is a snapshot of the spread of coronavirus across Montgomery County, the Delaware Valley and Pennsylvania. As of 10:00 AM Saturday morning, Montgomery County reported 201 new COVID-19, up 90 cases from the 111 new cases…

  • Montgomery County COVID-19 Saturday Morning Update – April 18th

    Montgomery County COVID-19 Saturday Morning Update – April 18th

    Based on the information found on state and county’s COVID-19 website and the Commissioner’s Friday afternoon press conference, here is a snapshot of the spread of coronavirus across Montgomery County, the Delaware Valley and Pennsylvania. As of 10:00 AM Friday morning, Montgomery County reported 111 new COVID-19, down 3 cases from the 114 new cases…

  • New COVID-19 Self-Testing Site Opens at MCCC in Whitpain Township

    New COVID-19 Self-Testing Site Opens at MCCC in Whitpain Township

    Montgomery County has opened a new COVID-19 self-testing site in Whitpain Township, writes Katherine Scott for 6abc. The new drive-thru site is located at Montgomery County Community College and differs from previously established sites because each person does their own nasal swabbing. Tests are available only by appointment. Due to the limited number of available…

  • Montgomery County COVID-19 Friday Afternoon Update – April 17th

    Montgomery County COVID-19 Friday Afternoon Update – April 17th

    Based on the information found on state and county’s COVID-19 website and the Commissioner’s Thursday afternoon press conference, here is quick snapshot of the spread of coronavirus across Montgomery County, the Delaware Valley and Pennsylvania. As of 10:00 AM Thursday morning, Montgomery County reported 114 new COVID-19, up 38 cases from the 76 new cases reported…

  • While You’re Stuck at Home Learn How to Make Some Extra Cash

    While You’re Stuck at Home Learn How to Make Some Extra Cash

    For those who are looking to make some extra money while you’re sheltering in place, one of the best ways to do so is with online side hustles, writes Lomash Kumar for the Panda Making Money. One of them is starting a blog on a topic you are passionate or knowledgeable about. While blogging is…

  • LinkedIn for the Win for Educators & Students

    LinkedIn for the Win for Educators & Students

    By Lynne Williams High school students over 16, college students, and educators in both K-12 and higher education need to be on LinkedIn. Teachers should act as models with their LinkedIn profiles, as their students begin to prepare for their future careers, military, or continuing education. On April 16th, West Center University hosted a one…

  • Montgomery County COVID-19 Friday Morning Update – April 17th

    Montgomery County COVID-19 Friday Morning Update – April 17th

    Based on the information found on state and county’s COVID-19 website and the Commissioner’s Thursday afternoon press conference, here is quick snapshot of the spread of coronavirus across Montgomery County, the Delaware Valley and Pennsylvania. As of 10:00 AM Thursday morning, Montgomery County reported 114 new COVID-19, up 38 cases from the 76 new cases reported…

  • Montgomery County COVID-19 Thursday Afternoon Update – April 16th

    Montgomery County COVID-19 Thursday Afternoon Update – April 16th

    Based on the information found on state and county’s COVID-19 website and the Commissioner’s Wednesday afternoon press conference, here is quick snapshot of the spread of coronavirus across Montgomery County, the Delaware Valley and Pennsylvania. As of 10:00 AM Wednesday morning, Montgomery County reported 76 new COVID-19, down 23 cases from the 108 reported Monday.  The…

  • Montgomery County Continues to Rate Well at Social Distancing

    Montgomery County Continues to Rate Well at Social Distancing

    According to the World Health Organization and the CDC, social distancing is currently the most effective way to slow the spread of COVID-19. Unacast, which collects and analyzes data through phone GPS location, has created an interactive Scoreboard, updated daily, to empower organizations to measure and understand the efficacy of social-distancing initiatives at the local…

  • Video: Culturology CEO Challenges Us to Think About Powerful Questions We Can Ask Ourselves Now

    Video: Culturology CEO Challenges Us to Think About Powerful Questions We Can Ask Ourselves Now

    In the above video, Steve Van Valin, the CEO of Culturology, challenges us to think about the powerful questions we can ask ourselves right now to work through the obstacles of COVID-19. Getting through this challenge depends on our ability to ask effective questions. What are the questions you’re asking yourself, family members, or teammates?…

  • VIDEO: On Rachel Maddow Show, Arkoosh Describes The Hit Montgomery County’s Long Term Care Residents and Staff Are Taking

    VIDEO: On Rachel Maddow Show, Arkoosh Describes The Hit Montgomery County’s Long Term Care Residents and Staff Are Taking

    Of those who have died from COVID-19 in Montgomery County, 61 percent come from long-term care facilities. Dr. Valerie Arkoosh, Montgomery County Board of Commissioners chairman, reported April 14 that 67 long term care facility individuals have died from COVID-19. “In the years I’ve practiced medicine, this is one of the most heartbreaking things that…

  • Montgomery County COVID-19 Wednesday Afternoon Update – April 15th

    Montgomery County COVID-19 Wednesday Afternoon Update – April 15th

    Based on the information found on state and county’s COVID-19 website and the Commissioner’s Tuesday afternoon press conference, here is quick snapshot of the spread of coronavirus across Montgomery County, the Delaware Valley and Pennsylvania. As of 10:00 AM Tuesday morning, Montgomery County reported 99 new COVID-19, down 9 cases from the 108 reported Monday.  The…

  • Montgomery County COVID-19 Wednesday Morning Update – April 15th

    Montgomery County COVID-19 Wednesday Morning Update – April 15th

    Based on the information found on state and county’s COVID-19 website and the Commissioner’s Tuesday afternoon press conference, here is quick snapshot of the spread of coronavirus across Montgomery County, the Delaware Valley and Pennsylvania. As of 10:00 AM Tuesday morning, Montgomery County reported 99 new COVID-19, down 9 cases from the 108 reported Monday.  The…

  • Montgomery County COVID-19 Tuesday Afternoon Update – April 14th

    Montgomery County COVID-19 Tuesday Afternoon Update – April 14th

    Based on the information found on state and county’s COVID-19 website and the Commissioner’s Monday afternoon press conference, here is quick snapshot of the spread of coronavirus across Montgomery County, the Delaware Valley and Pennsylvania. As of 10:00 AM Monday morning, Montgomery County reported 208 new COVID-19 cases over the Easter weekend.  The 208 new positive…

  • Giant Launches Emergency Grant Program for PA Farmers and Small Food Processors

    Giant Launches Emergency Grant Program for PA Farmers and Small Food Processors

    The Giant Company has launched an emergency grant program to aid small businesses in Pennsylvania that are part of the state’s food supply chain impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, writes Russell Redman for the Supermarket News. The company has provided $250,000 in funding for the program that is being coordinated in partnership with Team Pennsylvania.…

  • BELFOR Property Restoration Makes Citadel Country Spirit USA Contribution to Chester County Hero Fund

    BELFOR Property Restoration Makes Citadel Country Spirit USA Contribution to Chester County Hero Fund

    BELFOR Property Restoration recently presented a $3,000 check to the Chester County Hero Fund for proceeds raised in conjunction with its Citadel Country Spirit USA 2019 program for first responders. In conjunction with its festival sponsorship, BELFOR also provided complimentary tickets and hosted a first-responder hospitality area. The Chester County Hero Fund provides necessary financial…

  • MCCC Student One of Only 50 Students Nationwide Named 2020 Coca-Cola Academic Team Silver Scholar

    MCCC Student One of Only 50 Students Nationwide Named 2020 Coca-Cola Academic Team Silver Scholar

    Matthew Falcone, 36, of Green Lane, a Montgomery County Community College student, is one of only fifty students nationwide to be named a Coca-Cola Academic Team Silver Scholar for 2020. The Coca-Cola Academic Team program is sponsored by Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. It selects students based on academic achievement, leadership, and participation in college and community…