Montgomery County
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Montgomery County makes the grade in health rankings
If you live in Montgomery County, chances are you’re living a pretty healthy lifestyle. Montco ranked as the fourth healthiest county in Pennsylvania, according to a report released recently by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute. The ninth annual County Health Rankings showed Chester County was the healthiest…
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Claire’s inches toward bankruptcy while trying to increase visibility
The accessories magnet Claire’s Boutique, with locations in King of Prussia, Plymouth Meeting and Montgomeryville, is working to combat its $2 billion debt by stepping up its visibility in shopping malls, according to Bloomberg reports. While Claire’s has made efforts to rebrand, the initiative has done little to lower its debt load, which is more than 10…
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East Norriton-based Hogs and Honeys support local charities
Given the area’s numerous volunteer needs, why contribute time to East Norriton-based Hogs and Honeys? Tom Callahan, the organization’s director of volunteers, doesn’t miss a beat with his answer. “Because everything we do goes directly to the children of this community,” Callahan says. “This is an organization that gives back to the community directly ……
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‘Big Time’ events highlight VFTCB presentation to Montco commissioners
Montco commissioners recently heard about all of the behind the scenes working taking place at the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) to bring big time events like Cirque du Soleil and the LPGA’s Symetra Tour to the county. In a comprehensive presentation, VFTCB President Mike Bowman and his staff highlighted the board’s successful…
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Tariffs may help Conshohocken steelworkers but trade war could hurt consumers
In the face of opposition from members of his own party, President Donald Trump made good on his pledge to impose tariffs on imports of foreign steel and aluminum by signing two executive orders last week. One executive order places a tax of 25 percent on steel imports and the other puts a 10-percent tax…
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Ardent Credit Union’s Auto Expert Shares Tips on the Car-Buying Process
Last year, about 6.3 million cars were sold to customers in the United States. It’s no secret that, for most people, buying a car can be stressful and time-consuming. Ardent Credit Union recently introduced a new Auto Buying Concierge service for its members that helps to take the hassle out of the car-buying process. Members…
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What’s happening this weekend
Don’t let the weather freeze you out of fun — there’s too much happening in Montgomery County for that to happen. There’s plenty of concerts and live theater this week to #MakeItMontco. And don’t forget to find the leprechauns! Check out all the weekend happenings on valleyforge.org HARLOWE JONES March 9 The Underground Dates: March 9, 2018 Location: The Underground Address: 408 W…
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Acme Markets giving restocking coupons to those without power
All ACME Markets stores throughout Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, and Maryland will offer a special 5 percent coupon to customers who were impacted by the recent winter storms through March 11, according to a submitted press release. Recognizing how much Winter Storms Riley and Quinn have significantly affected ACME Markets’ communities, the…
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Comcast to give internet speeds a boost
Comcast has announced that it is increasing the speeds of some of its most popular Xfinity Internet service tiers for new and existing customers. The increased speeds started rolling out to customers on Tuesday. This photo shows the server room at the Comcast Center. The company announced Tuesday that it is increasing the speeds of…
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Most desirable zip codes in the Main Line
Buying a new home? Looking to relocate? Want to downsize? Whatever the motivating factor is, homeowners or potential homeowners should check out 11 of the Main Line’s trendiest towns. Realtors across the area are reporting record-low inventory. But as the snow and ice melt away, agents are optimistic that warmer temps will lead to more…
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What are you doing this weekend?
Spring is just around the corner and Valley Forge and Montgomery County are already alive with some of the biggest events of the year. In March, kids can Join the Continental Army at Valley Forge Park, foodies can taste the best that Montco has to offer during Restaurant Weeks in King of Prussia and Hatboro,…
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First Priority Bank to Strengthen with Merger and Entrance into West Chester Market
It’s really a simple formula, according to David Sparks, Chairman of First Priority Bank. “Quality plus quality equals entry into a crème-de-la-crème class of community banking,” he said. In general terms, that describes the Malvern-based bank’s upcoming merger with Mid Penn Bank, a transaction slated to close in the third quarter of this year, assuming…
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Robert Toll of Horsham-based Toll Brothers gives Penn Law $3M gift
A 1966 graduate of University of Pennsylvania Law School, Robert Toll, executive chairman of Horsham-based Toll Brothers, and his wife donated $3M to start a new public service corp and expand a program for public interest scholars. The new Toll Public Service Corps will be a cadre of students who aspire to become public interest…
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BB&T expands educational opportunities for Montco students
BB&T may be headquartered in North Carolina, but its philanthropy knows no bounds. The bank, which has 17 branches in Montgomery County, has a strong commitment to assist students working hard in the classroom to achieve their goals. And the evidence can be found in the more than $300,000 it donated in 2017 to a…
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J.P. Mascaro & Sons awarded contracts worth more than $4 M
J.P. Mascaro & Sons, based in Audubon, was recently awarded two municipal waste and recycling collection contracts totaling $4.75 million. The first contract, valued at $4 million, was awarded to J.P. Mascaro & Sons to serve the city of Carbondale, in Lackawanna County. Under the terms of that five-year contract, the company will be responsible for…
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What are you doing this weekend?
February is always an exciting time in Valley Forge and Montgomery County, Pa. It’s a time of celebration as Valley Forge Park marks George Washington’s birthday. It’s a time for romance with Valentine’s Day events at our restaurants and attractions. And it’s a time to enjoy a great concert or performance at our amazing venues.…
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VFTCB touts Montgomery County as a great meeting location
Valley Forge and Montgomery County are great meeting destinations because the region is home to more than 75 world-class hotels, 300 cutting-edge meeting venues, 1,600 restaurants, and unique team-building opportunities, all away from busy city life. In fact, the hotel tax, 4 percent, is one of the lowest in the region according to our findings,…
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Celebrate National Margarita Day in Style!
Today is National Margarita Day. With the winning combination of tequila, triple sec, lime or lemon juice, it is no wonder Margarita’s are the nation’s favorite tequila-based cocktail. The legends of the Margarita’s origin are many, but there are a few things that never change. One, the key ingredient is always tequila, and the rim…
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