• MCCC Foundation to Host Fourth Annual Day of Giving Thursday, Dec. 8

    MCCC Foundation to Host Fourth Annual Day of Giving Thursday, Dec. 8

    The holiday season is the perfect time to support the future success of students at Montgomery County Community College by giving the gift of a donation. The college’s foundation is hosting the fourth annual Day of Giving on Founders’ Day, Thursday, Dec 8. This year’s goal is to raise $5,800 during this 24-hour challenge to…

  • Aqua’s Montgomery County Creek Restoration Project Receives Environmental Award

    Aqua’s Montgomery County Creek Restoration Project Receives Environmental Award

    Aqua Pennsylvania has received a 2022 Environmental Stewardship Award through the Montgomery Awards program for its Perkiomen Creek dam removals and creek restoration project. The award recognizes Montgomery County projects that exemplify environmental stewardship and conservation for water and soil quality and was presented by the Montgomery County Board of Commissioners, the Montgomery County Planning…

  • Applying for Financial Aid: What You Need to Know

    Applying for Financial Aid: What You Need to Know

    After discussing the options with your parents or guardian about how you plan to pay for college, you may determine that financial aid is the way to go. As a 32-year financial aid professional, I have some tips to help you navigate the complex process.  Before Applying for Financial Aid Talk to Your School Counselor …

  • Horsham Baseball Field for Special Needs Gets Miracle Money

    Horsham Baseball Field for Special Needs Gets Miracle Money

    The Miracle Field of Horsham is getting half a million dollars to come to fruition. This project will develop the land at Deep Meadow Park in Horsham to a rubberized baseball field for players with special needs, writes Jon Campisi for the Hatboro-Horsham Patch.   It was during its “Diamond Night” fundraiser that the office…

  • MCCC to Host Virtual Dual Enrollment Information Sessions Dec. 7

    MCCC to Host Virtual Dual Enrollment Information Sessions Dec. 7

    Montgomery County Community College will be hosting virtual information session on  Dual Enrollment opportunities. It is open to high school students, faculty, staff, administrators and family members. The college will host “Your DE Journey,” on Wednesday, Dec. 7 with two, one-hour online sessions scheduled at noon and 6 PM. This event will include information about Early…

  • Twenty One Pips Is a Game-Changer on the Ardmore Restaurant Scene

    Twenty One Pips Is a Game-Changer on the Ardmore Restaurant Scene

    Calling all players! An Ardmore board-game café is new to town. Twenty One Pips, named after the amount of dots (pips) on a six-sided dice is the brainchild of restaurateur Matt Hendricks, writes Ed Williams for Main Line Today. The restaurant offers over 600 board games to choose from, for a $5 fee per person for…

  • Money Magazine: This Montco Township Ranks No. 2 on Best U.S. Places to Live for Remote Workers

    Money Magazine: This Montco Township Ranks No. 2 on Best U.S. Places to Live for Remote Workers

    Lower Merion Township is ranked as the second-best place to live for remote workers. The metrics for this list, compiled by Money.com, were: The township had the highest rate of pre-pandemic remote workers on the list, reported Money‘s Prachi Bhardwaj. It was also ranked highly for its family-friendly community, proximity to colleges, and wealth of…

  • Ambler-based BBQ Restaurant Brings Pizza to its Philly Location  

    Ambler-based BBQ Restaurant Brings Pizza to its Philly Location  

    A great happy hour destination in University City has its roots in Ambler. Lucky Well has opened up its first location since it started its journey ten years ago. The restaurant is known for its iconic barbeque bites, but this time, reports 6 ABC, it’s introducing pizza to the mix.   Philadelphia’s pizza whisperer Steven…

  • These Montgomery County Places Among Cities with Fastest Growing Home Prices in Philadelphia Metro

    These Montgomery County Places Among Cities with Fastest Growing Home Prices in Philadelphia Metro

    Over the last several years, the pandemic has been a driving force behind the real estate boom causing home prices to skyrocket in Montgomery County, reports Stacker. In fact, among the 30 cities in the Philadelphia metro area that have seen their prices rise the fastest, six are in Montgomery County. Bryn Mawr ranked third…

  • Penn Community Bank Supports MontcoWorks Apprenticeship Program at MCCC With $25K Donation

    Penn Community Bank Supports MontcoWorks Apprenticeship Program at MCCC With $25K Donation

    Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, has contributed $25,000 to Montgomery County Community College (MCCC). The generous donation funds its Workforce Development Division’s new MontcoWorks Apprenticeship Program (MAP). MAP is an earn-while-you-learn program that offers students the opportunity to gain in-demand workforce skills and college credits at no cost. Apprentice-students…

  • Legal Matters: Surviving the Holidays as a Divorced Parent

    Legal Matters: Surviving the Holidays as a Divorced Parent

    By Elizabeth J. Billes The holiday season is officially here. How do you celebrate? Do you fight over the wishbone on Thanksgiving? Do you cook tasty potato latkes for Hanukkah or make cookies for Christmas? Are you worried that those holiday traditions will change because you and your co-parent are getting divorced? Divorce is a…

  • MCCC Hosts First-Ever TEDxMontco Presentations

    MCCC Hosts First-Ever TEDxMontco Presentations

    Students, faculty and administrators at Montgomery County Community College took part in the first-ever TEDxMontco program at the Blue Bell Campus. The program featured Computer Science student Alyssa Long, Medical Assisting Assistant Professor Shauna LaMagna, Math Assistant Professor Dr. Durrell Jones and Dean of Students Dr. Samuel Coleman. “This event is a wonderful opportunity to…

  • Lancaster County’s Holiday Theatrical Season Gives Audiences Multiple Presents of Stage Presence

    Lancaster County’s Holiday Theatrical Season Gives Audiences Multiple Presents of Stage Presence

    The Dec. Lancaster County entertainment scene offers sights, sounds, and story lines that can provide a welcome respite to the run-up to Santa’s big day. It’s a chance to set aside the chores and duties of the season, nestle into a comfortable seat, and surrender to the laughter, joy, and wonder of the season. The…

  • Sure, Santa’s the Go-To Guy for the 2022 Toy Season, But in Case He Needs Help, Montco’s Got His Back

    Sure, Santa’s the Go-To Guy for the 2022 Toy Season, But in Case He Needs Help, Montco’s Got His Back

    The North Pole production schedule has probably ramped up already, with Santa and his staff diligently working to get ahead of an onslaught of requests that will arrive immediately after Thanksgiving. And although he’s pretty adept at making wishes come true, sometimes he could use a little parental assistance when it comes to fulfilling under-the-tree…

  • MONTCO Careers—Montgomery County Community College

    MONTCO Careers—Montgomery County Community College

    Montgomery County Community College invites applications for the Part-Time Administrative Support Secretary, Talent Management & Leadership Development position. The Part-Time Administrative Support Secretary, Talent Management & Leadership Development provides support to the college’s Talent Management, Leadership Development and Faculty Development efforts. This position is 25 hours a week; four days a week. The ideal candidate…

  • Penn Community Bank Helps Community College Apprentices MAP Out Their Professional Futures

    Penn Community Bank Helps Community College Apprentices MAP Out Their Professional Futures

    Penn Community Bank has contributed $25,000 to Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) in support of its Workforce Development Division’s new MontcoWorks Apprenticeship Program (MAP). MAP is an earn-while-you-learn program that offers MCCC students the opportunity to gain in-demand workforce skills and college credits at no cost. Apprentice-students train alongside experienced professionals, receiving mentorship and guidance…

  • MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    Montgomery County Community College invites applications for the Student Services Assistant position. The Student Services Assistant will provide support to both new and returning students at the college. This includes in-personand back-office duties. Service touchpoints will include the use of the following methods: in person; phone; email; text; online; chat Starfish; Zoom, and other Self-Service…

  • Montgomery County Community College Presents Upcoming College & Career Series for Current and Prospective Students

    Montgomery County Community College Presents Upcoming College & Career Series for Current and Prospective Students

    Montgomery County Community College presents a College & Career Series Nov. 14–21 to provide prospective and current students with the opportunity to learn about the college’s different programs and career pathways.    The online series is ideal for those who are not sure of what they want to do professionally.    “The focus is on our different…