Montgomery County
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‘Women to Watch’ fulfills a career goal of many years
Growing up in Flourtown, Susan Rocco was always a girl fascinated by people. She went off to Villanova University and majored in Communications with a big pipe dream of being in media, or even better, becoming a journalist. [gap height=”10″] The problem was, she confesses, she didn’t have the guts to pursue it back then,…
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Main Line Health president Jack Lynch joins national board
Jack Lynch, president and CEO of Main Line Health, has been named to the Board of Overseers for the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award. Lynch’s appointment was announced by the Commerce Department’s National Institute of Standards and Technology. The Baldrige Award is the nation’s highest honor for organizational innovation and performance excellence.The Board of Overseers…
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Aqua Pennsylvania rate increase request to be investigated by PUC
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission voted to investigate proposed water and wastewater rate increases by Aqua Pennsylvania Inc. and Aqua Pennsylvania Wastewater Inc. The commission voted unanimously to investigate the request. The decision means that Aqua Pennsylvania’s revenue and rate increase requests are suspended for up to seven months from the time the rate would have…
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Montco Commission on Women and Families annual event addresses discrimination against women with panelists from the Women’s Law Project
The Montgomery County Commission on Women and Families will host a panel discussion with the Women’s Law Project at an event themed “Nevertheless She Persisted: Honoring Women Who Fight All Forms of Discrimination Against Women.” The networking dinner and discussion will take place at The Presidential, 2910 DeKalb Pike, East Norriton on October 11 at…
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What are you doing this weekend?
This Saturday marks the official first day of Autumn. With the change in seasons comes a change in exciting things to do! Crafting festivals, beers & brews and even some spooky things await you this week in Montgomery County. To see the complete listing of events click here. TERROR BEHIND THE WALLS September 21 2027…
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Ask a real lawyer: Can you sue for wrongful termination?
Question: My boss fired me today without any reason and without any warning. Can I sue him for wrongful termination? Answer provided by: Harold M. Goldner, Esq. from Kraut Harris, P.C. [uam_ad id=”54865″] Probably not for “wrongful termination,” but that doesn’t mean your firing was lawful. Pennsylvania is an “at-will” state, which means you can be…
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Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board kicks off 4th Annual Valley Forge Freedom from Hunger Food Drive
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board kicked off its fourth annual Valley Forge Freedom from Hunger Food Drive on Friday by lending a hand to help underserved individuals at a Norristown community food shelter. A former executive chef, VFTCB’s president & CEO, Mike Bowman, worked alongside Montgomery County Commissioners and members of the Culinary…
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Four Montgomery County doctors charged with illegally prescribing opioids
A team of law enforcement officers filed charges against four Montgomery County physicians for allegedly writing illegal prescriptions for opioids, fraud and other crimes. Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele and state, local and federal law enforcement held a press conference Wednesday to discuss various criminal charges against the four area physicians. Charged are Lawrence…
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What are you doing this weekend?
Soon it will officially be time to transition from shorts to sweaters, iced to hot coffee and plenty of events to help ease you into the new season. From street festivals, to living history and everything in between, Montgomery County is ready to embrace everything autumn. Check out the events here. JENKINTOWN FESTIVAL OF THE…
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Einstein Healthcare is home to 3 ‘extraordinary doctors’ for 2018
Three physicians who work for the Einstein Healthcare Network are among the recipients of the 2018 Philadelphia Business Journal Health Care Innovators/Doctors of Distinction awards. Ryan Lee, Einstein’s magnetic resonance medical director, received the journal’s Excellence in Medical Research Award, while Jody Borgman, medical director of the Immunodeficiency Center, received the Humanitarian Award and Frederic Barnett, program director of…
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Mission Kids of Montgomery County wins Governor’s Victim Service Pathfinder Award
Governor Tom Wolf announced the winners of the Governor’s Victim Service Pathfinder Awards, which recognized Mission Kids of Montgomery County, Stephanie Blakeman of the Nationalities Service Center, and Tracey Provident of the Center for Victims for their work with crime victims, according to a release issued by the governor’s office. “I am pleased to announce…
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Zerns Farmers Market, Gilbertsville, calls it quits after a century
Zerns Farmers Market in Gilbertsville, founded almost 100 years ago, will close at the end of the month unless it can find a buyer. Asking price is $4.5 million, writes Katie Park at philly.com. [uam_ad id=”54865″] Located in a rural pocket of Montgomery County, the 200,000-square-foot building, tucked behind a flower store and a restaurant,…
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MCCC’s Dental Hygiene students create mouth guards for MCCC’s student athletes
Students started classes on Aug. 29 at Montgomery County Community College, and as the fall semester gets underway, our student athletes are on the fields practicing for their first games of the season. To help prevent dental injuries for our student athletes, MCCC’s dental hygiene students are creating custom-fitted mouth guards for them, starting with…
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What are you doing this weekend?
Summer may be winding down, but there are plenty of signature events and fests to keep you busy in and around Montco. From the BMW Championship minutes from Montgomery County to Grecian festivals and scenic train rides, find your favorite way to #MakeItMontco this week. [uam_ad id=”54865″] BMW CHAMPIONSHIP September 4 – 9 Aronimink Golf Club The BMW Championship makes…
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Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board releases 1st Fall Golf Guide
In celebration of a partnership with this week’s BMW Championship at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board has released its first-ever digital Fall Golf Guide. A more targeted and seasonal version of the organization’s spring Annual Montco Golf Guide, the free online version includes a map and list…
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A heartfelt Thank You to those who made Cirque du Soleil’s VOLTA show a reality
On behalf of the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board staff and Board of Directors, I would like to say merci and thank you to all the people who made it possible for Cirque du Soleil’s Big Top show VOLTA to come to Montgomery County this summer! We’re so honored that the first-ever Cirque du…
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What are you doing this weekend?
Featuring arts and culture exclusives, Labor Day barbecues and plenty of outdoor activities, this week in Montco is one for the books. Head to King of Prussia Mall for a pop-up Van Gogh exhibition, take a History Hike at Valley Forge Park, or enjoy one of many live performances and concerts with your family this Labor Day weekend. To see a complete listing of…
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Former Montco commissioner Josh Shapiro making national headlines
When Josh Shapiro left his post as Montgomery County commissioner to be sworn in last year as Pennsylvania Attorney General, he had no idea what was waiting for him. But he pushed the nascent inquiry forward with the “full force” of his office, and this month that investigation — into the Catholic Church’s cover-up of sexual abuse of…
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