Montgomery County
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Blue Route Shoulder Expansion Could Ease Montco Traffic Jams
Traffic on the Blue Route is a constant source of frustration for commuters, reports Michael Tanenbaum for the Philly Voice. The 20-mile part of Interstate 476 in Delaware and Montgomery counties is prone to frequent jams during rush hour. The expressway links Interstate 95 to the Pennsylvania Turnpike and the Northeast Extension. On a typical…
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Dysolve AI Helped Student Overcome Dyslexia, Go to College
East Greenville’s Truly Heft graduated from high school thanks to help from Dysolve AI, writes Stephen Williams for WHYY. Heft struggled in high school due to a dyslexia diagnosis. The disability affects reading and writing comprehension making studying a difficult task for any student. After trying private tutors, Heft’s family discovered Dysolve AI. The software…
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Gratz College Unveils ‘Hidden’: A New Musical Celebrating Holocaust Survivor Ruth Kapp Hartz’s Story
Gratz College in Elkins Park premiered their new musical, “Hidden” last weekend, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. The musical is based on the real life experience of Holocaust survivor and Jenkintown local Ruth Kapp Hartz. As a child, Hartz spent three years on the run with her Jewish family from the Nazis in France. Her…
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This Montco Town Has One of the Worst Commutes in America
To identify which U.S. cities had the longest median commute times in the country, Stacker used the American Community Survey data and focused on urban areas. One Montgomery County place has ranked among the top fifty cities with the worst commutes in America, according to a recently released report by Stacker. Pottstown ranked in No.…
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Montco’s Workforce Is On the Rise
While the majority of Pennsylvania counties have seen their workforce shrink over the last seven years, Montgomery County managed to record an increase in its labor force, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. According to a review of annual unemployment estimates from the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics, only 22 counties had more people over the age of 16 employed…
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A Montgomery County Trail Was Crowned Pennsylvania’s Most Beautiful Trail
The Schuylkill River Trail, which runs through Montgomery County, took the top spot among 16 trails in Pennsylvania that Visit PA claims will leave you breathless, writes Greg Williams for The Sentinel. “When is the best time for happy travelers to get outdoors and enjoy the beauty of Pennsylvania?” asked the publication. “It’s a simple…
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PA CareerLink Montgomery County To Host Discovery Day Sept. 5
PA CareerLink® Montgomery County will host a Discovery Day on Sept. 5 from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM in support of the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry’s PA CareerLink® Awareness Days campaign. The event will take place at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit at 2 W. Lafayette St. in Norristown (next to the Transportation Center), and…
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The Schuylkill River Trail’s Easy Ride Through Beautiful Montco
The Greater Philadelphia area is home to some of the best bike trails for beginners and experts alike, writes Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Among them is the Schuylkill River Trail (SRT), which cuts right through Montgomery County. The Schuylkill River Trail runs along the Schuylkill River. Much of it is built over the…
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MCCC Food Recovery Program Named Among National Innovation of the Year Recipients
Montgomery County Community College’s (MCCC) Food Recovery Program has been named among 28 community colleges nationwide as recipients of the 2023-2024 Innovation of the Year Award by The League for Innovation in the Community College, an international nonprofit organization with a mission to cultivate innovation in the community college environment. According to its website, the award, was…
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Lafayette Hill Native, Billionaire Michael Rubin Bets Big on Fanatics’ Future
Former 76ers part-owner and Lafayette Hill native Michael Rubin is all-in on his company, Fanatics, reports Christian Red for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Last week, Rubin attended Fanatics Fest in New York, a three-day sports fan festival showcasing the Fanatics brand. Fans gathered to take pictures with the likes of Jay-Z, Allen Iverson, Derek Jeter –…
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Born to Fan: These Montco Families Celebrate Bruce Springsteen Together
For these Mongomery County natives, following Bruce Springsteen is a family tradition, reports Rosa Cartagena for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Bruce Springsteen performed at Citizens Bank Park on Wednesday night, and intergenerational superfans from all over flocked to South Philly to see him. With Bruce in town, Montco fans recall what the Boss means to their…
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Two Montco Restaurants Land Spots on Philly Mag’s ’50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia’ List
Philadelphia Magazine’s 2024 list of the 50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia is out, and two Montgomery County restaurants made the grade, writes Kae Lani Palmisano, Regan Fletcher Stephens, Jason Sheehan, and Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé. Defining “the best” restaurant is never easy because everyone’s definition may be a little different. This ranking tries to encapsulate all those…
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Historic Move: Montgomery County Adds 15 Public Defenders Following Statewide Understaffing Reports
Montgomery County has approved the decision to add 15 more public defenders to its ranks, reports Chris Palmer for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The decision was announced Thursday following a county commissioners salary board meeting. A recent study shows that counties across the state are drastically understaffed. Paul Heaton, a law professor at the University of…
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These Montgomery County Golf Courses Offer Budget-Friendly Tee Times
If you’re looking to try a new sport that is on par with your budget, golf is a good one and Montgomery County has numerous courses that won’t break the bank, writes Laura Brzyski and Giana Longo for Philadelphia Magazine. Jeffersonville Golf Club in Norristown features several bunkers, making it challenging for both new and…
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Rise in Montco Democrats Could Sway Election
Montgomery County and the surrounding suburbs are seeing a surge in registered Democrats as the population increases, reports Katie Bernard and Assem Shukla for The Philadelphia Inquirer. This surge could benefit Kamala Harris and the Democrats in November. Recent trends show that the more rural areas of Montco, Chester, and Bucks County are seeing a…
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Montgomery County Shines on Inc. 5000 List: Top Fastest-Growing Companies Revealed
Montgomery County makes an impressive showing on Inc. 5000’s annual list of the fastest-growing companies in the country, reports Lia Dukart for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The publication assesses companies across the country, evaluating key factors. Companies must be for-profit, and generating revenue since March 2020, with at least 100,000 in revenue in 2020. Qualified…
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Bryn Mawr Store is a Main Line Hotspot for Healthy Food on the Move
Bryn Mawr’s Pinwheel Provisions is the place to go for healthy food on the fly, reports Bob Kelly for Fox 29 Philadelphia. Owner Anjali Gupta says “Our mission is to make it easier for you to eat better at home.” Pinwheel Provisions specializes in packaging healthy, ready-made meals to bring home and prepare with as…
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Main Line’s Best Consignment Shops Will Have You Covered this Fall
Consignment shops on Montco’s Main Line offer every style at discount prices, writes Ben Silver and Kylee Steigelman for Main Line Today. With baseball and barbecues in full effect, it can be easy to forget that cooler weather is just around the corner. When the weather turns and leaves start to fall, these Montgomery County…
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