Norristown
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Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown Works to Keep Animals Warm During Cold Weather
Zookeepers at Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown are busy making sure that all of the animals are kept warm and safe during the freezing temperatures, writes Deanna Durante for NBC10 Philadelphia. While many of the animals are no strangers to cold weather, the current incredibly low temperatures are making even the most seasoned barn animals…
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Norristown’s Cavan Sullivan Joins Mentorship from Lionel Messi
At Just 15 years old, Philadelphia Union phenom Cavan Sullivan has already brushed shoulders with greatness, writes Jonathan Tannenwald for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Featured in Adidas’ “Messi +10” campaign, Norristown’s Sullivan joins nine other rising stars mentored by soccer legend Lionel Messi. The campaign highlights young talents navigating the pressures of professional soccer, with Messi…
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Jake’s Baristas: A Mission-Driven Coffee Shop Empowering Teens and Adults with Special Needs
Jake’s Baristas is more than just a coffee shop nestled within Vinyl Closet Records in Norristown. It’s a community hub for teens and adults with special needs to gain vital work experience and skills. Owners Angela and Jason McFarland started the enterprise to channel their autistic son Jake’s passion for coffee into a meaningful opportunity.…
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Philadelphia Union Prodigy Cavan Sullivan of Norristown Aims for 2026 World Cup
Cavan Sullivan, a Norristown native and 15-year-old Major League Soccer prodigy, has set his sights on playing for the United States in the 2026 World Cup, writes Safid Deen for USA Today. “Just to be able to play in front of my home country, representing the first team of the U.S. national team will be…
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Norristown’s 10U Bengals Team Gets Council Support for Trip to Nationals in Florida
A heartfelt appeal from Norristown parent Almyra Taylor at Tuesday’s municipal council meeting secured crucial support for the Norristown Youth Athletic Association (NYAA) 10U Bengals, writes Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. The team won the Eastern Region Championship in their debut Pop Warner League season. Now, they need $25,000 to compete in the national championship…
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Norristown Native Geno Auriemma Cements Legacy as Winningest College Basketball Coach
Norristown native Geno Auriemma became the winningest coach in college basketball history on Wednesday with his 1,217th victory, reports Emma Baccellieri for Sports Illustrated. The milestone came with a decisive 85–41 win over Fairleigh Dickinson, celebrated by 63 alumnae spanning decades of UConn basketball. From benchwarmers to Olympians like Diana Taurasi, they all credited Auriemma…
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Norristown’s Surge in Multilingual Students Sparks Educational Transformation
Norristown is witnessing history with an unprecedented rise in multilingual students, primarily driven by an influx of Latino learners, Marcelle Baietto for CBS News Philadelphia. This shift has prompted educators to rethink their teaching approaches. The Norristown Area School District has over 3,400 Spanish-speaking students. Over the past five years, multilingual enrollment has surged by…
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Hundreds of Montgomery County Ballots Marked Deficient, Won’t Count Unless Fixed
The Montgomery County Election Board in Norristown released a log of all public ballots with deficiencies that will not be counted, reports Justin Heinze for the Patch. As of Oct. 22, 345 ballots were flagged with issues on this list. Voters can check if their ballot is on the log, now available for the first…
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Norristown Native Quinn Sullivan Secures Promising Contract Extension with Philadelphia Union
Securing the future of Norristown native Quinn Sullivan was a top offseason priority for the Philadelphia Union, reports Matthew DeGeorge for The Reporter. This led to a swift contract extension. The talented player has signed a new deal that runs through 2027, with a team option for 2028. Sullivan had an impressive breakout season, standing…
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Meet the Norristown Native and Drummer Who Took Down Elon Musk
Richard Tornetta is making headlines for being the Tesla shareholder driving the case to stop Elon Musk’s multibillion-dollar compensation package, writes Ryan Felton and James Fanelli for The Wall Street Journal. Tornetta is a Norristown native who used to work for automotive companies. In the 2000s, he was the drummer in the heavy metal band…
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Ceasefire PA Education Fund Hosts a Roundtable to Discuss Gun Violence in Schools
The Ceasefire PA Education Fund hosted a recent roundtable to discuss school safety amid the national rise of gun violence, writes Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. The meeting held at the Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library on September 26 brought together parents, teachers, students, law enforcement, and politicians to discuss the issue. Carol Lastowka, Ceasefire PA…
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MM Partners’ Seven-Story Development Set to Transform Norristown’s DeKalb Street
The Norristown Municipal Council has approved Philadelphia-based MM Partners’ proposal to build a seven-story apartment building at 69 E. Main Street, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The proposal will be at the intersection of Main and DeKalb Streets. It will sit adjacent to the Justice Center Project, a renovation and expansion of the…
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Lontex Takes on Nike in David vs. Goliath Battle
A court-ordered review has concluded that Nike Inc. knowingly violated the trademark rights of Norristown-based Lontex Corp., owned by Efraim Nathan, reports Joseph N. Distefan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Nike copied Lontex’s “Sweat It Out” knit garments used for athletic recovery. In 2021, Lontex won a federal jury verdict against Nike for trademark infringement. Nike…
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Airy Street Prison’s Future to Be Discussed at Norristown Open House
A public open house regarding the future of the Airy Street Prison redevelopment project in Norristown will be held today, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The event is scheduled for this afternoon from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Suite 202 in One Montgomery Plaza. A public outcry has saved the prison from demolition.…
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Cavan Sullivan Inks Major Endorsement Deal after Philadelphia Union Debut
Philadelphia Union midfielder and Norristown native Cavan Sullivan has signed an endorsement deal with clothing brand and retailer Aéropostale, writes Alex Silverman for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Fifteen-year-old Sullivan became the youngest athlete to play in a major North American professional team sport when he first made his Major League Soccer debut in July. He…
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Kennedy-Kenrick High School Demolished to Make Room for New Homes
The former Kennedy-Kenrick Catholic High School in Norristown is being demolished to make way for a 325-unit multifamily residential complex, reports Rachel Ravina for The Times Herald. Developer Sarah Peck is leading the project, which will transform the 14.5-acre site located at 920 DeKalb Pike, 1910 Arch St., and 220 E. Johnson Highway. Bishop Kenrick…
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Election Day Security Efforts a Top Priority in Montgomery County
Montgomery County law enforcement is stepping up efforts to safeguard democracy on Election Day, reports Justin Heinze for the Patch. Officials aim to crack down on potential threats and interference. District Attorney Kevin Steele emphasized a zero-tolerance stance on threats to officials and volunteers, ensuring safety during the election. The newly established Threat Assessment Management…
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From Italy to Norristown: How Via Veneto Expanded in Montco with Ambler Savings Bank’s Support
Making authentic, fresh pizza is second nature for the family-owned and operated Via’s Pizza and Via Veneto based in Norristown and East Norriton, respectfully. But even with the freshest ingredients and strongest family ties, sometimes you have to pivot and seek help when you face a challenge. That’s exactly what owners, Domenic Stabile and Vito…
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