Montgomery County
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How to Tap into the Hidden Market for Six-Figure Jobs
Among the thousands of job postings on LinkedIn or Indeed you’re unlikely to come across an abundance of six-figure jobs. Hiring managers and executives usually rely on their underground networks to fill those positions. In order to comply with internal regulations, some companies advertise positions that have already been filled. Some roles are already…
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This Bryn Mawr Billionaire Pays Big Bucks for Phillies’ Success
Bryn Mawr resident John Middleton wasn’t always in the public eye. But in recent years, as the Philadelphia Phillies’ managing partner and principal owner, he’s become more well-known. And this season, Middleton is taking big risks with huge payoffs. The team went over the Major League Baseball’s $230 million salary cap in pursuit of…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Hats Off to a Hatfield Gem
414 Elizabeth Way, Hatfield, is a five-bedroom beauty whose elegance is balanced perfectly with practicality. The five-bedroom, four-and-a-half bathroom home was built in 2007. The foyer benefits from two stories of windows, placed to bathe it in natural light. = = The oversized chef’s kitchen has a decidedly Italian-villa feel. Its design includes custom cabinets,…
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1977 Porsche Supercharges a Father-Daughter-Granddaughter Bond in Bala Cynwyd
A 1977 Porsche 930 Turbo has been a mainstay in the lives of Paul Mudrick, a Bala Cynwyd investment banker, and his daughter, Lisa Cavanaugh, a software industry executive. They bonded over the car from the first moment it arrived in their garage over four decades ago, writes A.J. Baime for The Wall Street Journal.…
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Best Places in Montgomery County to Get a Farm-Fresh Thanksgiving Turkey
While it’s true that there’s currently still a lot of Halloween candy around and decorations up (that are likely to disappear this weekend), Thanksgiving is not that far off. If Montgomery County home chefs intend to use a farm-raised turkey rather than one frozen and wrapped in plastic, the window of time to order one…
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SRPRA on Track to Restore Rail Service between Reading and Philadelphia
The Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority is on track to begin the restoration process from Reading to Philadelphia, according to a BCTV.org report. Rail authority members voted unanimously on Oct. 24 to advance the project by formalizing an agreement with Smart Growth America, a Washington, D.C. community-building advocacy group. Smart Growth’s Transportation for America organization…
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SEPTA’s Proposed Bus Network Provides Several Improvements, But Also Has Some Drawbacks
SEPTA recently released its proposed bus network for public comment, and while the new plan offers several improvements, it also comes with some drawbacks, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine. SEPTA’s Bus Revolution website features interactive maps that allow visitors to use sliders to compare the bus service available now to what SEPTA is planning…
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Montco’s DeSales University Student is One of World’s Best Axe Throwers
Tyler Seidel, a sophomore at DeSales University, quickly rose to the top of the ranks in axe throwing after picking up the hobby as a means of recreation during the pandemic, writes Daniel Patrick Sheehan for The Morning Call. Seidel is an accounting and finance major with plenty of athletic talent that has served him…
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Should the Phillies Ever Hit the World Series Wall, A Hatfield Company Keeps Them Safe
When the topic of being safe at a baseball game usually involves what’s going on at the bases or home plate. But thanks to Safety Padding Ink, a Hatfield company, players well being is ensured even in the outfields. Matt Petrillo swung for the fences in bringing the story to CBS3 Philadelphia. Safety Padding Ink…
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MONTCO Careers —Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College invites applications for the Director of Advising position. The Director of Advising works in collaboration with the Associate Vice President for Student Services. The selected applicant is responsible for direct supervision of academic advising and transfer services teams. They will carry out the tasks of enrollment management, retention, and onboarding of…
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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 position provides support to the college’s Talent Management, Leadership Development and Faculty Development efforts. This position is 25 hours per week; four days per week. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential Knowledge & Skills: Education/Training/Work Experience Specialized Knowledge…
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Nearby Lancaster County Debuts ‘Axel’-ent Holiday Outing: Flight On Ice
A new pop-up outdoor ice skating rink, “Flight On Ice,” is giving holiday fun-seekers yet one more reason to include a stop at Park City Center or the many outlets in the nearby shopping destination of Lancaster. Lacing Up Those Skates Whether skaters take to the ice before ticking some gifts off their 2022 to-purchase…
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Montgomery County Community College Theatre Arts Program Presents Two Upcoming Student Productions
Montgomery County Community College’s Theatre Arts Program will present two upcoming performances that will feature the talent that emerges from the college’s Theatre Arts department. Two of the program’s student groups, The Drama Club and West End Student Theatre, are responsible for the full execution of the theatre productions taking place on MCCC’s Blue Bell…
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MONTCO Careers —Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College invites applications for the Faculty Diversity Fellowship Program – Advising position. This program aims to increase the racial and ethnic diversity of the college’s non-teaching faculty and broadening access to the college-advising profession to minority professionals. The Diversity Fellow is expected to provide workshops to students in a variety of topics…
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W.W. Smith Foundation Awards $67,000 in Scholarships to MCCC Students
The W.W. Smith Charitable Trust recently awarded its annual fall scholarships to 23 Montgomery County Community Colleges students. Established by the late William Wikoff Smith, “the Trust is specifically focused on areas involving basic needs for food, clothing and shelter; supplementing higher education scholarship programs; supporting maritime education/maritime heritage preservation; and basic medical research primarily…
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Gwynedd Mercy’s School of Business and Education Presents 6th Annual Aspiring Educator’s Leadership Symposium
On Nov. 3, Gwynedd Mercy University will host a virtual symposium from 5–9 PM on the topics of neurodiversity, brain health, and student success for pre K-12 and higher education. Educators, counselors, students, Administrators, parents, and anyone interested in the presentation’s topics are invited to attend. The event will include virtual workshops focusing on a…
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Penn Course on Ghosts and Afterlife Took on Deeper Meaning During Pandemic
Justin McDaniel, a professor of religious studies who teaches the popular University of Pennsylvania course called “Gods, Ghosts, and Monsters,” has long been intrigued by ghost stories and why they are fascinating to people. Aubrey Whelan conjured his story in The Philadelphia Inquirer. After the onset of the pandemic, McDaniel noticed a significant rise in…
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VFTCB Luncheon Set to ‘Forge Ahead’ to First In-Person, Organization-Wide Gathering Since 2019
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) staff and President & CEO, Mike Bowman, will share its optimistic outlook for tourism in Montgomery County when its leadership and staff welcome 450 attendees to the organization’s first in-person annual luncheon event in three years. The event takes place tomorrow, Oct. 28, at the Sheraton Valley…
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