Montgomery County
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Lynnewood Hall Plays Starring Role in Luxury Fashion Brand’s Photoshoot
The abandoned 110-room mansion, whose presence haunts and entices Elkins Park was the star of a recent fashion photoshoot. The Australian luxury brand debuted its 2024 ready-to-wear resort collection in the shoot on June 5 at Lynnewood Hall. ZIMMERMAN, the luxury brand, shared the photos taken inside the Gilded Age mansion on its Instagram.…
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Montgomery County Hosts Stops for 112-Mile Guided Trip on the Schuylkill River
Montgomery County hosted multiple stops on the famous Schuylkill River Sojourn. The three-day 112-mile trip involved hundreds of people paddling in their kayaks and canoes from Schuylkill Haven in Schuylkill County to Boathouse Row. About 250 people signed up, and 50 committed to doing the entire trek. Along with Pottstown, stops were also in…
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Montco Bike Trails Are Among 20 Best Scenic Bike Trails in Philadelphia Area
Two Montgomery County bike trails are among the twenty best scenic trails in the Philadelphia region, according to Philadelphia Magazine. Both Perkiomen Trail and Valley Forge National Historical State Park made the list. Bike enthusiasts who are looking for a day-long ride should head out to Perkiomen Trail. Most of the path is between ten…
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Montgomery County Allocates Almost $2 Million for Construction Projects
Montgomery County officials authorize nearly $2 million in contracts for ongoing construction projects, writes Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. The agreement package passed in a 2-1 vote during the June 15 meeting. Montgomery County Commissioners’ Chairman Ken Lawrence Jr. and Vice Chairwoman Jamila Winder voted for the five-item package while Commissioner Joe Gale voted against…
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Montgomery County Dentists Offer Tips on How to Keep Your Teeth White
Teeth whiteness depends on many factors, including genetics, diet, and even any medications that you take, writes Gina Lizzo for Main Line Today. Dr. Tara Sexton of Bala Cynwyd’s Main Line Smiles explained that some prescription drugs can impact your teeth, such as tetracycline, an antibiotic that is commonly used to treat acne and skin…
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Celebrate the Vibrant Colors of Summer at Montgomery County Craft Fairs
The summer is the perfect time to celebrate creativity and community togetherness, writes Olivia Stefano for Main Line Today. At summer craft fairs, you can enjoy the warm, sunny weather while you shop and support local vendors. Here is a list of summer craft fairs to check out in Montgomery County: Clover Markets Clover Markets…
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‘It’s at the Heart of Who We Are’: Penn Community Bank Holds Annual Day of Service
Penn Community Bank, the largest mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, hosted its second-annual Day of Service on Wednesday, May 24. The organization-wide event partnered bank team members with 12 nonprofit organizations from Philadelphia to the Lehigh Valley to donate over 1,000 hours of volunteer service and $150,000 in charitable contributions. “As the region’s leading community…
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Montco and Rest of State Under Drought Watch, Residents Asked to Conserve Water
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection declared a drought watch Thursday night for the whole state, including Montgomery County. State officials are asking all residents to voluntarily conserve water until conditions improve. The Department of Environmental Protection makes recommendations for drought watch, warning, or emergency declarations based on stream flow, groundwater level, precipitation, and soil…
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Montco Households Received Over $100M in Federal COVID Relief Rental, Utility Assistance
Households in Montgomery County have received over $100 million in rental and utility assistance funding over the last two years, according to county officials, writes Rachel Ravina for The Mercury. The areas most served include East Norriton Township, Elkins Park, King of Prussia, Lansdale, and Pottstown. As of April 1, applications were no longer accepted.…
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Wyndmoor Doctor Who Was Always Helping Others Is Remembered
Dr. Sam P. Wyche III, of Wyndmoor, who used his own mental health experiences to help others, passed away at age 41 from cardiac arrest, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Wyche had earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Morehouse College and a medical degree from Temple University. He spent a summer at…
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Legal Matters: Summer Co-parenting Tips
by Elizabeth Billies Summer is almost here; can you believe it? What should be a fun, carefree time for kids can be sad, stressful and full of anxiety for divorced or separated couples and their children. Navigating the summertime as a divorced couple can present unique challenges, especially when co-parenting with an ex and managing…
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Skyrocketing Rental Costs Are Forcing Montco Families to Skip the Jersey Shore
Families across Montgomery County and the entire region are opting to forgo Jersey Shore vacations this summer, in some cases breaking decades-old traditions, due to skyrocketing rental costs, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. José Casalina, of Glenside, started wondering whether his family was getting its money’s worth after a pandemic trip to the…
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Where to Celebrate Juneteenth in Montgomery County
Montgomery County proudly honors and celebrates Juneteenth, a national holiday celebrating the emancipation of those who had been enslaved in the southern United States. The Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board invites you to join it on and around the June 19 holiday, as local communities gear up for a day of equal observation and…
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Pool Players Compete in King of Prussia at World Qualifiers
Pool players around the Delaware Valley descended on King of Prussia this weekend for a high-stakes competition. The American Poolplayers Association World Qualifiers determines which players will compete in Las Vegas next month for the World Championships. The competition took place at the Valley Forge Casino, according to 6 ABC. The league consists of…
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New Montgomery County Police Program Assists Special Needs Drivers with Stressful Traffic Stops
Montgomery County officials recently announced a new “Blue Envelope Program” to help special needs drivers when they have on-the-road interaction with the police, writes Jessica Yakubovsky for PHL17. Traffic stops and car accidents can be stressful for anyone, but especially for drivers who may have conditions that affect their ability to communicate like autism spectrum…
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Montgomery County Couple Share Nearly Six Decades of Love Together
Montgomery County couple Dave and Sharren Filan, who met while in college at Temple Ambler, have spent nearly six decades just as in love as the moment they first fell for each other, writes Kellie Patrick Gates for The Philadelphia Inquirer. At the time, Dave lived in Plymouth Township, while Sharren lived in Huntingdon Valley.…
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Eagleville Pastry Chef Takes Home First Prize in Philadelphia Dessert Wars
Eagleville pastry chef Colleen Kriebel has another award to add to her collection of accolades. The Plymouth Meeting native and owner of Kriebel’s Custom Bakery in Eagleville, writes M. English for Main Line Media News. She and her team of Central Montco Technical High School alums won first place in Philadelphia Dessert Wars for…
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MONTCO Careers—Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College is seeking applicants for the Esports Program Coordinator position. The Esports Program Coordinator is a college-wide position responsible for coordinating all aspects of a comprehensive Esportsprogram, including sponsored games, coaching, special events and facility operation. They will supervise assistant coaches for sponsored games and lead recruitment of qualified student-athletes. The selected…
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