Montgomery County
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VFTCB Announces Date, Location for Annual Membership Luncheon
The Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board has announced the date for its Annual Luncheon, which will take place on Friday, Oct. 27. The event will be the first of its kind at the new Health Sciences Center at Montgomery County Community College, a new state-of-the-art venue on the Blue Bell Campus. A post-event reception…
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Philadelphia Union Academy Hopes to Find Next American Soccer Star
Four-year-old Philadelphia Union Academy is hoping to find and train the next world-famous American soccer star who will make the sport more accessible for local fans, writes Michael Bradley for Main Line Today. The program’s goal is to create a pipeline for the team and promote the sport nationwide. The academy is modeled after its…
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VFTCB Sets Ambitious Goal for Third Annual Freedom from Hunger Food Drive
The Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board will be collecting food for the third annual Valley Forge Freedom from Hunger Food Drive from Sept. 16-30. The VFTCB Freedom from Hunger Food Drive was created in 2015 when Pope Francis stayed in Montgomery County at the St. Charles Borromeo Seminary during the World Meeting of Families…
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GoPuff’s Delivery Service Expands Into Montgomery County
GoPuff, the on-demand delivery service that provides refreshments all night long, has expanded into Montgomery County, writes Jordan McBride for Main Line Today. At the beginning of the year, the Philadelphia based business opened in Manayunk, and its service is now available to Roxborough, Manayunk, East Falls, Bala Cynwyd, Merion Station, Narberth, and Ardmore. [uam_ad…
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National 9/11 Memorial Trail Through Valley Forge, Montgomery County Progressing Slowly
National 9/11 memorial trail that will flow through Valley Forge National Park in Chester and Montgomery counties is slowly progressing, writes Dave Heller for NewsWorks. The goal of the memorial trail is to connect the three sites that were attacked on 9/11 with 1,300 miles of biking and walking trails along with less busy…
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Malvern Federal Helps Prepare Children for School, Donates Essential Supplies for Learning
Malvern Federal Savings Bank has announced the donation of school supplies to the Maternal and Child Health Consortium of Chester County. The Maternal and Child Health Consortium of Chester County, a charitable organization that supports the community by providing services to meet emerging needs of families, was the recipient of donations made at Malvern Federal…
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Democratic Primaries Promise a Fierce Fight for the Mostly Republican 7th District
The number of Democratic candidates running in primaries for predominantly Republican 7th District in Pennsylvania will make it a fierce fight for the congressional seat, writes Bridget Bowman for Roll Call. Democrats are hoping to flip the oddly shaped district that encompasses parts of Montgomery, Delaware, Chester, Berks, and Lancaster counties, by mobilizing voters who…
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Montgomery County Pays Philly’s Top Average Wage
Montgomery County workers continue to enjoy the Philadelphia metro area’s top average wage, and it’s rising at a healthy clip. Montgomery County’s workforce grew 1 percent over the past year, and those 484,800 workers saw their average weekly wage rise to $1,449, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ first quarter numbers. Within the…
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Combination of Merck, Incyte Cancer Treatments Shows Promising Results
A new study combining the use of Merck’s Keytruda cancer treatment with Incyte’s immune-oncology drug Epacadostat, is showing promising results in advanced melanoma patients, writes Linda Loyd for Philly.com. The data was presented by Merck, which has facilities in West Point and Upper Gwynedd, and biopharmaceutical firm Incyte at the European Society of Medical Oncology…
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Malvern Federal Provides Financial Solutions Geared to Equestrian Market
Malvern Federal Savings Bank has announced the establishment of a new equestrian business focus. The bank will offer horse owners, horse farms, and other equestrian-related clientele private banking and wealth management services, including deposit solutions, investment management, credit solutions, and self-direct IRAs. The bank’s newest representative office – located in the heart of Palm Beach,…
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MONTCO Today’s Readers Share Their 9/11 Memories, Reflections
Today marks the 16th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, a day that will forever live in infamy in the collective heart and mind of America. Last week, MONTCO Today asked our readers across the Delaware Valley, a few questions regarding of the events of 9/11. Here’s a small sample of their…
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Battle of the Brandywine, September 11, 1777
Publisher’s note: The terrorist attack on New York City and Washington DC in 2001 is one of four tragic American events to happen on September 11th. In addition to the terrorist attack 16 years ago, the Battle of the Brandywine in Chadds Ford in 1777, the first death of the civil war in Christiana, in…
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Wall Street Journal: Today’s Jobs Offer More Flexibility, Fewer Benefits
Work expectations and job security have shifted significantly over the last two generations, giving today’s workers more flexibility and control over their jobs but fewer benefits, write Lauren Weber and Stephanie Stamm for The Wall Street Journal. In 1973, six percent of Americans complained about working excessive hours, compared to 26 percent in 2016 who…
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Pew Foundation: Millennials’ Are Different, But Not Worse Employees
Millennials have bad reputation when it comes to their work habits, but the facts show that they are not much different than previous generations, writes Joel Naroff for Philly.com. While often labeled as job-hoppers, a study by the Pew Foundation has found that over 63 percent of millennials, or those between 18 and 35, had…
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Direct from the Farm: A Guide to Buying Local in Montco
Farms are not only an important part of the culture, history, and beauty of Montgomery County. They are a crucial part of its economy. Farmers provide fresh and healthy food for the more than 800,000 people who call Montco home, and maintain a way of life that will greatly matter to future generations. This guide…
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Share Your 9/11 Story
While it may not seem possible, the 16th anniversary of 9/11 is next Monday. Take our five-question survey and tell us where you were, what you were doing, your most vivid memory of the day and what impact, if any, the events of that day had on your life. The questions will remain open until…
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Visit Valley Forge and Montgomery County for the Weekend
For anyone wanting to squeeze the most out of the cooler September weather, Valley Forge and Montgomery County are the perfect choice for a weekend stay, writes Philadelphia Magazine. The area offers the perfect combination of dining, exploration, and shopping. To start the trip, visitors can grab a delicious donut and a cup of coffee…
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How a Floor Mat Company Became a Fundraising Company
Giving for health is on the rise because it just makes sense. Companies that are giving back to support healthcare initiatives know that they can make an impact on the economy and overall wellness of a community. It works because – even after all the regulations on healthcare, the efforts to bring stability to medical…
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