Montgomery County
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Montco Native John Oates Says He Has ‘Moved on’ From Hall & Oates Days
John Oates, one part of the iconic duo Hall & Oates, says that he is really proud of his work with bandmate Daryll Hall, but that he is ready to “move on” to something different, writes Ilana Kaplan for People. “I’m really proud of what Daryl and I created together,” Oates said on David Yontef’s…
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Peirce College Graduate and 1865 Law Journal Editor Uses Her Education to Help Others
Lisa Effrig Lagreca is a Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies Peirce College graduate. She was also a student-editor of The 1865: the Peirce College Law Journal. Lagreca shares her educational journey and why she wanted to pursue law in the interview below. Where are you from? I am a Bucks County native; however, I currently…
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Three of the Richest Schools in Pennsylvania Are Right Here in Montgomery County
Having the right number of resources to provide the best education possible is important for schools across the country, including Pennsylvania. Here in Montgomery County, it may surprise you to learn that we have three of the top 5 richest schools in the state. The Hill School, Perkiomen School, and Haverford College all made the…
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Peirce College Student Wins Paradigm Scholarship for Working Women
Jennifer LeBold, an organizational leadership student at Peirce College and a full-time senior resource coordinator, is one of the recipients of the Paradigm Scholarship for Working Women. As an employee of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, LeBold learned about Peirce College from her Administrative Director, Dr. Susan Delaney, who encouraged her to apply. She ultimately…
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Montgomery County Community College Celebrates 44 Nursing Graduates During Pinning Ceremony
Montgomery County Community College commemorated the graduation of 44 nursing students with a special pinning ceremony held on Dec. 14 at the Blue Bell Campus. MCCC Dean of Health Sciences Cheryl DiLanzo warmly welcomed the families and friends that filled the community room in College Hall to attend the milestone event, while many others watched…
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Forge Hospitality Is Wrapping Up $1.3M Renovations of Montgomery County Hotel
Forge Hospitality, the hospitality arm of Audubon Land Development Corp., has been making extensive upgrades to the 24-year-old Hampton Inn & Suites in Phoenixville, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. Just last month, Forge finished $1.3 M in exterior improvements including a new roof, new landscaping, and improved parking and sidewalks. The hotel, which…
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2024 Will Be the Year for Dining Out with Plenty of New Restaurants to Explore
If you love the experience of trying new restaurants, then 2024 is going to be your year. The Philadelphia region, including Montgomery County, is expected to experience a restaurant boom next year, writes Michael Klein for the Philadelphia Inquirer. From popular brands opening new locations to brand-new restaurants being launched, there will be no shortage…
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Keep the Festivities Going with a Visit to The Christmas House King of Prussia
Fox 29’s Bob Kelly recently visited The Christmas House King of Prussia to experience the fun and immersive holiday experience for all ages. The Christmas House King of Prussia is an indoor, fully immersive Christmas experience. Continue the holiday festivities with a 45-minute walk through multiple rooms, including the Indoor Light Show, A Harry Potter…
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Despite More BioTech Layoffs, Life Sciences PA Says ‘Pace of Innovation Remains Strong’
The biotech industry in the Philadelphia area continues to undergo some belt-tightening, but Christopher Molineaux of Life Sciences Pennsylvania says, “the pace of innovation remains strong,” writes Tom Avril for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The latest round of belt-tightening is occurring at the University of Pennsylvania’s gene therapy program where about a quarter of the staff…
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Three Hometown Contestants Will Vie for Joey Graziadei’s Love on ‘The Bachelor’
The 28th season of “The Bachelor” kicks off on Monday, January 22 at 8 p.m. on ABC, and according to 6abc, three of the contestants are from Philadelphia. Allison, a realtor; Eleni, a realtor; and Lauren, a registered nurse, all from Philadelphia will be among the 32 contestants who will arrive at “The Bachelor” mansion…
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Toast in the New Year at One of Montgomery County’s New Year’s Eve Events
It’s not too late to make plans for your New Year’s Eve celebration. Right here in Montgomery County, there are plenty of fun ways to ring in 2024 from family-friendly activities to sophisticated parties. Here is just a sampling. All aboard the Colebrookdale Railroad New Year’s Eve Celebration. The train leaves the station at 10:30…
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Suburban Community Hospital, Two Other Area Hospitals May Be for Sale
A notice from a Los Angeles investment bank indicates that Suburban Community Hospital and two other area hospitals may be for sale, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The notice didn’t identify specifically which hospitals are for sale. It just said, “three Philadelphia-area hospitals.” The description, however, gives some clues. The three hospitals are…
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Jefferson and Lehigh Valley Health Network Agree to a Mega-Merger
Jefferson Health and Lehigh Valley Health Network have signed a non-binding letter of intent to explore a merger that would create a mega health system across two states, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. The new regional health system would include 30 hospitals, a national research university, and a health insurance company. It would…
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First Anniversary of The Hart of Catering & Café Holds Special Meaning to Owners
As Kevin Hart and Tim Judge, the owners of The Hart of Catering & Café, celebrate the first anniversary of their business, the couple is thankful for so much, writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. Hart and Judge, Oreland natives, and Springfield High School graduates, have faced a long road to where they are today.…
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Montgomery County Has All Your Indoor Fun Activities for the Winter
When the temperatures plummet and the snow finally arrives, Montgomery County has all your fun, winter activities to keep you busy all season long, writes Julia King for Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board. Stay warm while having fun with these indoor activities. Indoor Ice Skating Get your heart pumping with some cardiovascular exercise on…
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Holy Mackerel! King of Prussia Offers a Trio of Seafood Delights
King of Prussia has some exceptional seafood restaurants, according to the Keystone Local Guide. Using data from Yelp and Google Maps, the staff at the Keystone Local Guide ranked three King of Prussia restaurants as being the best at bringing delicious cuisine from the depths of the ocean. Eddie V’s Prime Seafood Located at 670…
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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College is seeking candidates for the Human Resources Generalist position. The Human Resources Generalist position is responsible for HR-related duties and projects in support of the Human Resources Office. This position is responsible for administering, implementing, and assisting with a variety of human resources functions. This position has College-wide responsibilities and requires…
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Your Guide to Finding Santa Claus Around Montgomery County This Weekend
If you haven’t visited the big guy just yet this holiday season, don’t worry there are still plenty of chances this weekend, writes Kylee Steigelman for Main Line Today. Here is where Santa Claus will be popping up this weekend around Montgomery County. Elmwood Park Zoo The Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown is hosting a…
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