Montgomery County
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Montco Leadership: John Fessick, Market Executive for Pennsylvania and Delaware, Wells Fargo
From his office in Conshohocken, John Fessick, Market Executive for Pennsylvania and Delaware at Wells Fargo, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in Stroudsburg as the oldest of four brothers. As a teenager, he explored a variety of different interests – sports, student government, music, Eagle Scout, and working nights at a hotel –…
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Montgomery Bar Association Mediation Program Is Ready to Accept Cases
The Montgomery Bar Association Mediation Program is now providing trained mediators for a low cost to help facilitate civil and family disputes. Mediation, according to the Montgomery Bar Association’s website, “is a consensual process in which an impartial person (the “Mediator”) facilitates communication between conflicted parties to aid the parties in resolving the conflict.” The…
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Shop Local and Support These Black-Owned Businesses in Montgomery County
This Black History Month and every day, you should check these great Black-owned businesses in Montgomery County, writes Tori Bissonette and Kylee Steigelman for Main Line Today. AroDough was founded by a Villanova University graduate. The adult playdough is made with natural ingredients and is an easy way to practice some self-care. The Black Reserve…
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Montgomery County Residents Brainstorm Ways to Make Housing More Affordable
Housing affordability remains an important issue in Montgomery County as house prices and the cost of living continue to rise, writes Rachel Ravina for The Times Herald. To find solutions, Montco 30% Project recently hosted a panel for local government officials and residents at the Reformed Church of Ascension in West Norriton. “It is a…
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Prepare Your Tastebuds for the Best New Restaurants in Montgomery County
As we head further into 2024, there is a whole crop of new restaurants offering fun culinary experiences in Montgomery County, writes Ed Williams for Main Line Today. Here are just a few. The Pullman Restaurant & Bar in Bryn Mawr offers an elevated speakeasy experience with romantic lighting, arched ceilings, an eye-popping blue baby…
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Business Leaders to Ring in the Lunar New Year at Cultural Soiree
In a collaborative effort to celebrate cultural diversity and foster professional connections, The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County, the Korean-American Chamber of Commerce for Philadelphia, and the Greater Philadelphia Chinese Cultural Center are joining forces to host a Lunar New Year celebration on February 8 at the Peak Center in Lansdale. The event…
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Montgomery County Bicycle and Pedestrian Projects to Receive Over $3 Million in Funding
The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission approved $15.5 million for eleven bicycle and pedestrian projects in Southeastern Pennsylvania, including two in Montgomery County, through the Regional Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program. The federal program provides funds for community-based “non-traditional” projects that are aimed at strengthening the cultural, aesthetic, and environmental aspects of the intermodal transportation system…
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Joe Gale Advises New Board of Montco Commissioners: ‘Do What’s Best for the Taxpayers’
Joe Gale recently reflected on his time on the board of Montgomery County Commissioners as the “lone Republican,” writes Rachel Ravina for Main Line Media News. Gale’s second term ended in December 2023, and he said that he accomplished what he hoped to do which was “disrupt the status quo.” “I was never elected with…
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Legal Matters: Is January Really Divorce Month? Maybe.
By: Elizabeth Billies Did January feel like the longest month ever? It did for me. The days drag on, and the weeks feel endless. I have seen many articles referring to January as “Divorce Month.” A “National Divorce Day” is even designated on the first Monday in January. Here are three reasons why people may…
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For a Sweet Escape, Visit These Montgomery County Bakeries
Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or need a sweet treat to get you through your workday, these Montgomery County bakeries will cater to your sweet tooth, writes Jamie Joffe, Culture Editor for Main Line Tonight. Collegeville Italian Bakery at 3846 Ridge Pike in Collegeville is a must-try for scratch-baked Italian cookies and custom…
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Watch for These Montgomery County Development Projects in 2024
Development projects in the Philadelphia region are still facing a lot of uncertainty in 2024 as some have been paused, altered, or stopped altogether, writes Paul Schwedelson and Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. There is still a sense of optimism, however, that many of these projects will help improve the region’s economic future. Here…
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Celebrate Black History Month in Montgomery County
Each year, the month of February is dedicated to honoring the historical impact, achievements, and larger-than-life figures in the black community. Now more than ever, we work towards building a better, kinder future and the celebration of Black History Month is so important for all of us to partake in. We invite you to visit…
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The Cake comes to Steel River Playhouse in Pottstown
Steel River Playhouse (245 E. High Street) has a thought-provoking play to open the new year. The Cake opens Feb. 9 and runs for two weekends only. This delicious comedy tells the story of Della’s legendary North Carolina bakery. Della is overjoyed when her best friend’s daughter returns from New York to get married and asks…
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Thomas Jefferson, Temple University Among Local Nursing Programs Advancing Off State’s Watch List
Five Philadelphia-area nursing programs, including Thomas Jefferson and Temple University, are now off a state watch list as more graduates are passing the licensure exam, writes Abraham Gutman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. These university programs are once again operating without any special oversight from the nursing board after more than 80% of their graduates passed…
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The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Launches Month-long Date Night Marketing Campaign
During the month of February, a traditionally slower travel period in the tourism sector, the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) is targeting locals and visitors with a consumer marketing program promoting easy-to-plan date ideas in Montgomery County. “February here in Montgomery County is all about having the most fun during the shortest month…
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SCORE Supports Aging Life Care Professional in New Business
Taking care of others has always been Samantha Hainer’s mission. A registered nurse, Aging Life Care Professional, and mom of three, Hainer puts her compassion into practice as founder of Doylestown-based Moledro Health Concierge, a customized care business focused on providing myriad health care and everyday living services to aging adults and their families. Drawing…
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PennDOT to Use Red Light Violation Fines to Fund Montco Safety Improvements
Thirteen million dollars earned from fines for automated red light enforcement will be used for safety improvements in Berks, Chester, and Montgomery counties, writes the MediaNews Group. The money will be awarded through the ARLE funding program which has funded 576 transportation enhancement projects since 2010, according to PennDOT. Projects that can be considered for…
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Formerly Homeless Man Devotes His Life to Inspiring Others with Message of Hope
Eight years ago, Frederick Shegog was homeless, and struggling with addiction and mental illness. Today, he is the founder of his own motivational speaking company bringing inspiration and hope to others, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. “I found myself homeless, downtown dumpster diving, begging for change,” he said. “And I wanted to die. I had…
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