Montgomery County
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This Montgomery County Town is Considered the Best Place for Families to Live
Fortune Magazine has named Upper Merion Township, as one of the top 50 “best places for families to live,” securing the No. 2 spot, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia. Editor-in-chief Alyson Shontell revealed the rankings on the Today Show, emphasizing criteria like affordability, commutability, and family-friendliness. Upper Merion’s proximity to Philadelphia, just…
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Gwynedd Mercy Receives Funding From Lilly Endowment Thriving Congregations Grant
Gwynedd Mercy University has received a $1.25 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to support an innovative program titled “We are the Now of the Church: Young Adult Synodal Ministry and Thriving Catholic Congregations.” The project is being funded through Lilly Endowment’s Thriving Congregations Initiative. The aim of the initiative is to encourage flourishing congregations…
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Montgomery County Athletes Ready to Shine at the 2024 Paris Olympics
Several standout athletes from Montgomery County will represent the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the next two weeks, writes Ben Silver for the Main Line Today. Ariana Ramsey, who will compete in Women’s Rugby Sevens, grew up in Bridgeport and attended Upper Merion High School. This will be her second appearance at…
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7 Essential Tips for Philadelphia Marketers to Break Through 2024 Political Ad Fatigue
With the 2024 election season heating up and digital ads popping up everywhere, it’s no wonder people are feeling a bit overwhelmed. The presidential campaigns and affiliated groups are particularly targeting Pennsylvania, which has received the largest share of ad spending among battleground states. Out of the $72.1 million spent on ads in the United…
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For Montgomery County Alternate GOP Delegate, Week of RNC Feels Heavier Than Expected
GOP delegates from Pennsylvania, including Drew Morrisroe, an alternate delegate from eastern Blue Bell, are prepared to welcome Trump at the Republican National Convention after the assassination attempt at his rally in Western Pennsylvania, write Julia Terruso and Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Trump was recovering over the weekend after a bullet pierced his…
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Two Montgomery County Towns Are the Wealthiest in Pa., One’s Median Annual Income Is Nearly $350,000
Using U.S. Census Bureau and Redfin data, editors at Suburban 101 have listed Pennsylvania’s 10 richest towns, with two Montgomery County inclusions. Joselynn Chua reported the results. The ranking resulted from an analysis of median household income and home prices, that is, median residential real estate sales figures from March 2022 to March 2023. Pennsylvania’s…
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After Pregnant Montco Woman is Killed in Crash, Her Family Gives Back to Families of First Responders
On August 25, 2022, Montgomery County firefighter Jason Adams received what he thought was a routine call about an emergency rescue. However, the situation would change his life forever as it was his wife, Kellie Adams, writes Charles Watson for 6abc. “I did respond and arrive on location to see our vehicle and to realize…
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Ten Montgomery County Suburbs Rank Among Best in Philadelphia
Ten Montgomery County townships have found their place among the 25 best suburbs in Philadelphia, according to a recently released report from Stacker. Stacker used data provided by Niche to determine the best suburbs in Philadelphia. Niche used several metrics to rank suburbs across the U.S., including diversity, the cost of living, the share of…
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While Philadelphia Region Lost Population in Last Three Years, Montgomery County Recorded Uptick
While the eight-county Philadelphia region saw its population shrink by 0.2 percent between 2020 and 2023, Montgomery County recorded an uptick over the same period, write Oona Goodin-Smith and John Duchneskie for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Montgomery County’s population increased from 856,541 to 868,742 from April 1, 2020, to July 1, 2023. That represents a change…
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Discover the True Value of Networking with the Business Partnership Network (BPN) of Montco
While most referral groups promise new business leads, the Business Partnership Network (BPN) of Montco offers much more than that. Celebrating its 10th year, BPN members share camaraderie, mutual support, and maintain strong relationships. Each of the four groups — Blue Bell, Indian Valley, Lansdale, and Montgomeryville — offers unique strengths that keep members engaged…
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Montco’s Famous Duo Hall & Oates Returning to Philadelphia Area – But Separately
Hall & Oates, one of the most famous duos from Montgomery County, are returning to the Philadelphia area, but not together, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. In the 1980s, Hall and Oates enjoyed a massively successful musical marriage with hits such as “Maneater” and “Private Eyes.” But four decades later, their relationship is on…
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Conshohocken’s Morgan Properties Expands Pennsylvania Holdings with Major Acquisition
Conshohocken-based Morgan Properties has significantly expanded its presence in Pennsylvania by acquiring a multifamily portfolio totaling 3,434 units, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The real estate firm purchased the 11-property portfolio from Flourtown-based DePaul Management Co., the original developer of these properties. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. …
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Cheltenham High Remembers Former Beloved Teacher and Coach Charlie Stamm
Charlie Stamm, a beloved former Cheltenham High School teacher and coach, passed away on June 3 at Bethesda Hospital East in Boynton Beach, Florida, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. He was 75 and succumbed to cancer. Stamm’s career at Cheltenham High School spanned 33 years, during which he made significant contributions. …
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Montgomery County Dining Scene Is Set to Welcome Two Culinary Newcomers
The ever-shifting array of the Montgomery County dining scene will see some new arrivals over the next handful of months, as reported by Michael Klein in The Philadelphia Inquirer. In the Jewish deli category, for example, Montgomeryville is getting its own edition of The Kibitz Room. A long-established Cherry Hill favorite, The Kibitz Room in…
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See Which Montco Towns Are Among Best Places to Live on the East Coast
Montgomery County is home to two towns that are among the best places to live on the East Coast, writes Meagan Drillinger for Stacker. To compile the list, Stacker used the 2020 data from Niche. Among the factors used to determine the ranking were the population, median home value, median rent, and median household income.…
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Bucks-Mont Pride Festival Brings People Together to Celebrate Each Other
The Abington community once again showed its pride during the Bucks-Mont Pride Festival, organized by The Welcome Project PA, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. The organization is a Montgomery County-based nonprofit that serves Philadelphia, Montgomery, and Bucks counties. “This event is a celebration of inclusion and diversity, and it’s also an entry point to experience…
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Microsoft Alum, Montco Resident Bringing Anchored Tiny Homes Franchise to Region
Mario Mascioli, a Microsoft alum and former tech executive who lives in Montgomery County, plans to open an Anchored Tiny Homes franchise that will serve Chester County — the Philadelphia region’s priciest housing market — and neighboring Lancaster County, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The homebuilder, who is based in Northern California,…
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Jefferson Health Receives ‘Transformational’ Gift from Bruce and Robbi Toll Foundation
Jefferson Health has received a gift from the Bruce and Robbi Toll Foundation the health system is calling “transformational,” writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The donation — the amount of which is being kept confidential — will be used to establish the Bruce and Robbi Toll Heart and Vascular Institute. According to…
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