Montgomery County
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MCCC and Thomas Jefferson University’s Jefferson School of Business Establish New Partnership
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) and Thomas Jefferson University’s School of Business have formed a partnership that will open up another seamless, convenient pathway for MCCC students to continue their education. Through this enrollment partnership agreement, MCCC students who earn their Business Administration associate degrees can transfer directly into the Jefferson’s School of Business, with…
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Barney The Courthouse Comfort Dog Reporting for Duty in Montco
Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele has announced the addition of K-9 Barney, a two-year-old golden retriever and labrador mix, as the Courthouse Comfort Dog, reports Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. Barney succeeds the District Attorney’s former Courthouse Comfort Dog, Turks. Turks retired in April 2021 due to medical reasons after nearly seven years of…
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The Main Line’s Best Independent Bookstores Found in Montgomery County
Some of the Main Line’s best independent bookstores can be found right here in Montgomery County, according to Danielle Fusaro and Regan Bradley for Main Line Today. These great resources are rich with personality and a wide range of genres. Plan your next night out, or a cozy night in at one of these great…
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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is seeking applications for the following positions: Part-Time Academic Support Clerk and CNC Mill and Lathe Non-Credit Trainers. Part-Time Academic Support Clerk (Evenings and Weekends) This position assists students, staff, and other users of library and academic support services. Essential duties and responsibilities include performing circulation/front-line desk activities; assisting students with…
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Five Montgomery County Franchises Among the Nation’s Top
Five Montgomery County franchises are among the 400 largest in the U.S., writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Three of them cracked the top 100. The list is according to the 2024 Franchise Times Top 400. These companies, spanning a variety of industries, bring in a combined $4.4 billion in global sales across…
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MCCC Receives Grant To Empower and Celebrate First-Generation College Students in November
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is proud to announce that it has been awarded a grant for the 2024 First-Generation College Celebration initiative. This grant, provided by the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) and FirstGen Forward with support from TIAA and the Strada Education Foundation, will enable MCCC to further its commitment to supporting first-generation college…
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Gift of Life Donor Program Awards Two Montgomery County Teens
The Gift of Life Donor Program awarded $2,000 in higher education scholarships to two Montgomery County teenagers and organ transplant recipients, according to a staff report from The Reporter. The Jessica Beth Schwartz Memorial Scholarship goes to transplant recipients seeking higher education. The 2024-25 program recipients included Stephanie Atenco-Torres, of Norristown, and Brian Bruder, of…
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Montgomery County Senior Softball League Celebrates Friendly Competition, Love of Game
The Montgomery County Senior Softball League is entering its 26th year of celebrating friendly competition and a love of the game, writes Michael Bradley for the Main Line Today. The league has 14 teams with over 130 players ranging in age from 60 to 92. Games take place several times a week from April through…
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Main Line Health Halves Operating Loss, Charting a New Financial Course
Main Line Health significantly improved its financial performance in fiscal 2024, reports John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The health group reduced its operating loss by half, according to audited financial statements. They reported an operating loss of $61.1 million for the year ending June 30, down from a $125.3 million deficit in the…
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Local Volunteers Rally to Help Victims of Hurricane Helene
Volunteers from the entire region have rallied to help victims of Hurricane Helene in any way they can, from collecting supplies to helping pets affected by the storm, writes Beccah Hendrickson for 6abc. Giannone Companies Towing has turned its lot in Collegeville into a drop-off site. The team is currently gathering emergency supplies for North…
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JAKIB Media Sued by Audacy and Mike Missanelli in Montgomery County Court
JAKIB Media, once a rising star in Philadelphia’s sports media scene, is now facing multiple lawsuits and shedding key talent, reports Rob Tornoe for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Joseph Krause, JAKIB’s owner, is being sued in Montgomery County’s Court of Common Pleas by Audacy, the parent company of 94.1 WIP, for over $440,000. Audacy claims Krause…
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Montco’s Culinary Scene Spotlight: Women Bringing Fresh and International Flavors
Montgomery County is home to some excellent cuisine. Ben Silver and Samantha Geiger highlight these talented womenwho are a part of Montco’s culinary scene for Main Line Today. Kim Ettinger, founder of Cool As a Cuc in Wynnewood, has been delighting her “soupies” with hot and cold soups for two years. Inspired by her work…
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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is seeking applications for the following positions: Dean of Liberal Arts and Coordinator of Student Services. Dean of Liberal Arts The Dean of Liberal Arts provides leadership for a division that includes Anthropology, Art, Communication Studies, Dance, English, ESL, the First-Year Experience, History, Languages, Liberal Studies, Mass Media, Music, Philosophy, Political…
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Six Power Women Making a Difference in Montgomery County
Six power women from Montgomery County made the list of 21 shining stars who are making a difference in the western suburbs, writes Gina Lizzo for the Main Line Today. Sandy Stauffer is the founder of the Bakery House in Bryn Mawr, famous for its delicious muffins, pies, and other baked goods. During the pandemic,…
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Three Main Projects Mark Years of Schuylkill Expressway Construction
While years of construction on the Schuylkill Expressway have not resulted in new lanes or barriers, they have been marked by three main projects dating back as far as 2017, writes Michelle Myers for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation resurfaced 12.5 miles of the Schuylkill in the summer of 2017. As part…
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MCCC To Host Fall Open Houses Oct. 19 and 26
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is excited to celebrate the fall season by inviting prospective students and their families to its fall open house events at its Blue Bell and Pottstown campuses. The first open house event begins at Pottstown Campus (101 College Drive) on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM in South Hall…
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Bumper-to-Bumper Bumper Crop: Montco Has Two of Top 100 Traffic Bottlenecks in the U.S.
Four high-traffic areas in Pensylvania are among the 100 worst truck bottlenecks in the nation, and two of them are in Montgomery County, writes Max Bennett for the Philadelphia Patch. The annual analysis published by American Transportation Research Institute measured truck-involved congestion at more than 300 highway locations nationwide. It used GPS data from more…
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Manor College’s Ukraine Dialogue Returns on Oct. 10
Manor College’s Ukraine Dialogue, titled “Business and Industry Innovations that Support Ukraine’s Community,” will return on Thursday, Oct.10. The event will be held both virtually and in-person at Manor College’s Ukrainian Heritage Studies Center. The panelists include: Anatoli Murha, UKRFCU CEO: Murha is recognized as a Strategic Leader in business development and financial services, where…
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