Montgomery County
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Penn Community Bank to Partner with Urban League of Philadelphia to Support First-time Homebuyers
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, has donated $100,000 to the Urban League of Philadelphia to support the nonprofit’s first-time homebuyer and financial literacy program. The money will also help expand access to the Urban League’s Entrepreneurship Center. “We’re committed to building thriving communities throughout the region through relationship-based financial services and…
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Montgomery County Reporting Fewer West Nile Mosquitoes
Forty-two West Nile mosquitoes were found in Montgomery County so far this season, a big decrease from last year, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. While other parts of the country are seeing a rise in West Nile Virus cases this year, our county has actually seen fewer cases. So far this year, there have been…
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Montgomery County Is a Hotspot for Yoga Enthusiasts
The health benefits of yoga have been documented for centuries. Regularly practicing yoga has been shown to improve flexibility, muscle tone and posture as well as reduce stress and sharpen the mind. Yoga classes come in many different styles from Bikram to vinyasa yoga, writes Olivia Stefano for Main Line Today. Here are some Montgomery…
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Montgomery Bar Association Announces Court-Supported Mediation Program for Local Litigants
The Montgomery Bar Association has announced its recent launch of a new court-supported program for matters and disputes that have been or could otherwise be filed in our courts. The goal of the program is to provide local attorneys with a fair, expeditious, and less costly alternative to resolving civil disputes outside of Montgomery County’s…
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St. Joseph’s University Will Launch Nursing Program in Fall 2024
As part of the upcoming merger with the Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences, which is based in Lancaster, St. Joseph’s University is launching a nursing program, writes Abraham Gutman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The program will start in the fall of 2024 with about 75 students. St. Joseph’s has also entered an affiliation agreement with…
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Here’s Where to Find Vegetarian-Friendly Dishes Around Montgomery County
Do you often bemoan the lack of restaurants with delicious vegetarian options? Check out these eateries around Montgomery County and you won’t be disappointed, writes Sophie Tegenu for Main Line Today. Ekta Indian Cuisine Located at 1003 1/2 W. Lancaster Avenue in Bryn Mawr, Ekta Indian Cuisine not only offers yummy veggie dishes but also…
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Two Montgomery County Schools Make Top 100 in 2024 Best Colleges Rankings
In the latest rankings from Niche, two Montgomery County schools make the Top 100 in 2024 Best Colleges Rankings, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. Villanova University earned the No. 56 spot and Haverford College the No. 70 spot. Haverford also ranked No. 15 among liberal arts schools. Bryn Mawr College just missed the…
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Newest Manor College Student Looks to Be Future Contributor to Ethiopian Progress
Growing up in Ethiopia, Tedla Kaltiso understood the importance of technology. He’s used online tutorials to learn photo editing and graphic design, and found programming to help him improve his understanding of English. Technology also helped him find a home. It was through an online college database that Kaltiso found Manor College, where he’ll enroll…
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Funding for Passenger Train Service From Philadelphia to Reading Through Montgomery County Delayed
The Federal Railroad Administration has delayed a decision regarding an application from the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority for funding to restore passenger rail service to the Reading to Philadelphia corridor. The decision has been delayed for at least two months, writes Holly Herman for Patch. A total of 90 applications across the Northeastern U.S.…
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Many Montgomery County Engaged Couples Are Choosing Lab Diamonds
Jewelers in Montgomery County and around the Philadelphia area are seeing a surprising trend among engaged couples, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. They are opting for a lab diamond engagement ring instead of one that was mined. L. Priori Jewelry, which has a location in King of Prussia, and Brilliant Earth, which has…
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16-Year-Old Wyndmoor CEO Makes Social Media Work for Your Business
Asher Dahlgren turns 16 this month, but his activities and demeanor carry him beyond his years. “Everybody thinks I’m older for some reason,” he said. This resourceful entrepreneur has his own social media marketing business. Among his four or five clients to date is American Community Journals, the parent company of VISTA, MONTCO, DELCO, BUCKSCO,…
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Another Montgomery County Farm Is Preserved
The Pennsylvania Preservation Program has been adding 35 farms, 2,044 acres in 18 counties, including another farm in Montgomery County, writes Paul Vigna for PennLive. In Montgomery County, the Ellen Renninger Farm #1, a 20-acre crop farm in Douglas Township, was recently preserved. The total investment in the county was $208,317.56. The state invested $168,863.56,…
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Montgomery County Small Business Presence Among Highest in Pennsylvania
Montgomery County ranked second among Pennsylvania counties that have the greatest small business presence, according to SmartAsset. SmartAsset based the rankings on five factors: the proportion of people in a county with small business income, the reported business income, the amount of tax a potential resident must pay on their income, the five-year change of…
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Penn Community Bank, St. Luke’s Continue Summer Meals Program Partnership
Penn Community Bank, the largest mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, has once again partnered with St. Luke’s University Health Network to ensure no Quakertown-area child goes without a nutritious lunch during the summer months. “As a community bank, we’re committed to building thriving communities – now, and into the future. That begins by ensuring children…
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Gwynedd Mercy University Names New Dean of the Frances M. Maguire School of Nursing and Health Professions
Gwynedd Mercy University is announcing Dr. Jane Tang as the new Dean of the Frances M. Maguire School of Nursing and Health Professions. She will succeed Dr. Ann Phalen, who recently left the university after serving in the role since 2018. Dr. Tang brings to the university a wealth of higher education leadership experiences. She…
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MONTCO Careers—Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College is seeking applicants for the Head Cheerleading Coach position. This position is responsible for planning, programming, directing, supervising, and implementing the duties and functions of the individual sports program. The position is part-time and temporary. The head coach is directly responsible to the Director of Athletics. This position requires PA Child…
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Arcadia University Grad Looking to Expand Philadelphia Vegan Protein Ball Brand
Danielle Kocher, a graduate of Arcadia University in Glenside, has adopted a slow and intentional growth strategy for her Philadelphia vegan protein ball company, Plants on Fire, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Cognizant of the many pitfalls startups face, she has decided to focus on adding wholesale accounts. Kocher started Plants on…
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A Montgomery County School Is Renamed in Honor of Trailblazing Teacher
Gotwals Elementary in Norristown has been renamed Davenport Elementary in honor of Alice Davenport, the first black teacher in Norristown, writes CBS News Philadelphia staff. Her story is not just about what she achieved, but how she has inspired others, Montgomery County officials said. Davenport passed away earlier this year. The school will help keep…
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