• Montco Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    Montco Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is seeking dedicated professionals to join its collaborative and mission-driven team, with open roles including Senior Software Developer and Part-Time Nursing Simulation Lab Manager (Position #2). Senior Software Developer The Senior Software Developer evaluates, designs, develops, and maintains custom software solutions that provide ideal user experiences, maximize end-user performance, and permit…

  • Shapiro Backs Statewide Ban on Cell Phones in Public School Classrooms

    Shapiro Backs Statewide Ban on Cell Phones in Public School Classrooms

    Governor Josh Shapiro has backed a proposal to ban cell phones from classrooms across Pennsylvania, aimed at reducing distractions and improving student focus, writes Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “It’s time for us to get distractions out of the classroom and create a healthier environment in our schools,” wrote Shapiro in a post on…

  • Habitat for Humanity Invites Women to Bust Myths and Build Community

    Habitat for Humanity Invites Women to Bust Myths and Build Community

    Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery and Delaware Counties is proud to announce its Women Build initiative, set to take place in March of 2026. Centered around International Women’s Day, Women Build invites teams of women and allies to join together, spend a day building a future home, and make a difference in their community. Habitat…

  • WSJ: Pet Insurance Costs in Pennsylvania, What Montco Dog and Cat Owners Should Know

    WSJ: Pet Insurance Costs in Pennsylvania, What Montco Dog and Cat Owners Should Know

    Veterinary care costs keep rising across Montgomery County. Emergency visits, surgeries, and long-term treatment plans add up fast. A recent Wall Street Journal analysis of pet insurance in Pennsylvania highlights how many owners use insurance to manage those costs before a crisis hits. For Montco families weighing options, the numbers and tradeoffs matter. Pet insurance…

  • Don’t Sleep on Valentine’s Day Plans. Reserve a Table at These Great Montco Restaurants

    Don’t Sleep on Valentine’s Day Plans. Reserve a Table at These Great Montco Restaurants

    Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and Montgomery County offers some standout places for a memorable night out with that special someone. Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner or a cozy evening, these local favorites deliver heart-felt experiences. The Melting Pot in King of Prussia has long been a go-to for couples seeking a classic…

  • Montco Cultural Center to Host Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band ‘Bluffett’ Mar. 21

    Montco Cultural Center to Host Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band ‘Bluffett’ Mar. 21

    Attention all Parrotheads, start your summer early with a live tribute to the music of Jimmy Buffett. Montgomery County Community College’s Montco Cultural Center will host the Jimmy Buffett tribute band, “Bluffett,” featuring The Son of a Sailor Band, Saturday, Mar. 21, at 7:00 PM in the theater at Montco Cultural Center, Science Center, Blue…

  • Where Montco Goes for Chocolate Cravings on the Main Line

    Where Montco Goes for Chocolate Cravings on the Main Line

    When a chocolate craving hits, there is no shortage of local sweet spots ready to deliver, according to Main Line Today. From handmade truffles to over-the-top chocolate treats, these Montco favorites offer plenty of reasons to indulge, whether you’re shopping for Valentine’s Day or treating yourself. Kilwins – King of Prussia A longtime favorite with…

  • Montco Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    Montco Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is seeking dedicated professionals to join its collaborative and mission-driven team, with open roles such as Part-Time Academic Advisor. The Part-Time Academic Advisor provides one-on-one, as well as group academic, career, and college transfer advising to students, resulting in a heightened level of student engagement, comprehensive decision-making, and utilization of a vast…

  • Volunteers Conduct Annual Point-in-Time Count of Homeless Population in Montgomery County

    Volunteers Conduct Annual Point-in-Time Count of Homeless Population in Montgomery County

    Volunteers took part in Montgomery County’s annual Point-in-Time Count, an initiative aimed at capturing a snapshot of the local homeless population on a given January night, writes Rachel Ravina for North Penn Now. “I think last night we had a group of volunteers that are committed to our work to really see those who currently…

  • MCCC Commemorates 250th U.S. Anniversary with Declaration of Independence Expert

    MCCC Commemorates 250th U.S. Anniversary with Declaration of Independence Expert

    A leading historian on the Declaration of Independence will discuss how the document shaped the future of the United States during a guest lecture at Montgomery County Community College. Dr. Emily Sneff, an early American historian and leading expert on the Declaration of Independence, will lead the lecture, “The Declaration of Independence 250 Years Later,”…

  • Philadelphia Gift Show Celebrates 30 Years as the Mid-Atlantic’s Premier Wholesale Shopping Event

    Philadelphia Gift Show Celebrates 30 Years as the Mid-Atlantic’s Premier Wholesale Shopping Event

    The Philadelphia Gift Show, the largest gift show in the Mid-Atlantic region, is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a milestone event taking place February 1–3, 2026, at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, located at 100 Station Ave. in Oaks. For three decades, the Philadelphia Gift Show has been the go-to wholesale shopping destination for retailers seeking…

  • VFTCB’s Mike Bowman Named to Philadelphia Business Journal’s Faces of 2026 List

    VFTCB’s Mike Bowman Named to Philadelphia Business Journal’s Faces of 2026 List

    Mike Bowman, president and CEO of the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB), has been named to the Philadelphia Business Journal’s Faces of 2026: Celebrations Organizers list, which recognizes leaders shaping the region’s major events and milestones ahead of a historic year. The annual list highlights individuals playing a pivotal role in planning and…

  • Shapiro Administration Boosts Young Farmers with $600,345 in PA Farm Bill Grants

    Shapiro Administration Boosts Young Farmers with $600,345 in PA Farm Bill Grants

    During the 2026 Farm Show, the Shapiro Administration has announced $600,345 in Pennsylvania Farm Bill grants that are aimed at expanding career opportunities for young Pennsylvanians in the agricultural sector, according to a staff report from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The grants will support projects designed to help youth across the state succeed in the…

  • Two Montgomery County Breweries that Should Be on Your Watch List

    Two Montgomery County Breweries that Should Be on Your Watch List

    The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Henry Savage has gathered a list of new Philly region breweries to be on the watch for this year and two Montgomery County breweries made the list. Brass Collar Brewing Co. is a new face in Souderton. Co-owners Benjamin Israel and Brody Bisson are converting a former SEPTA train station at 100…

  • Valley Forge & Montco Primed for a Historic Year

    Valley Forge & Montco Primed for a Historic Year

    The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB), the official Destination Marketing Organization for Montgomery County, has positioned Montco for a once-in-a-generation opportunity to capitalize on the region shining under a global spotlight. With the Philadelphia region set to welcome domestic and international visitors to several large-scale events such as NCAA March Madness, the PGA…

  • How Montgomery County Found $14M in Savings Without Layoffs

    How Montgomery County Found $14M in Savings Without Layoffs

    A behind-the-scenes Montgomery County office is quietly reshaping how local government operates, saving taxpayers real money in the process, writes Fallon Roth for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Montgomery County’s Office of Innovation, Strategy, and Performance, launched in early 2025, has helped identify roughly $14 million in savings over the past year and cut the county’s budget…

  • Montco Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    Montco Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is seeking dedicated professionals to join its collaborative and mission-driven team, with open roles such as Part-Time Student Services Assistant, Campus Safety Officer – 2nd Shift, and STEM Lab Coordinator. Part-Time Student Services Assistant The Part-time Student Services Assistant will provide support to both new and returning students at the College as…

  • Locals Swear By These Two Historic Eateries in Montgomery County

    Locals Swear By These Two Historic Eateries in Montgomery County

    Two Montgomery County eateries found their place on the list of the seven little-known historic Pennsylvania restaurants that locals swear by, writes David Murphy for FoodNService. Rather than chasing trends or publicity, these restaurants have been serving the same dishes with confidence for generations, relying on reputation, memory, and routine. The William Penn Inn in…