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She Grew Up a Soc. Now Upper Dublin’s Emma Hearn Is Starring in One of Broadway’s Biggest Hits Right in Her Own Backyard.
For most people, the rivalry between the Greasers and the Socs is a distant memory from a high school reading list. For Upper Dublin’s Emma Hearn, it’s personal, writes Jane M. Von Bergen for Billy Penn at WHYY The Lower Gwynedd native is currently starring as Cherry Valance in The Outsiders, the Tony Award-winning musical…
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Upper Dublin High School Partners with Fort Washington Estates in ‘Senior to Senior’ Program
Students from Upper Dublin High School team up with residents at Fort Washington Estates to craft meaningful memories and lasting keepsakes through the Senior to Senior program, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. “Four years ago, teachers approached me about doing an intergenerational project with the seniors at Upper Dublin High School,” said Madeline Hlywiak, Director…
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Upper Dublin Education Foundation Launches ‘Tech Trek’ Resource Hub for Parents and Students
For today’s parents, keeping track of children’s digital habits is one of the hardest parts of raising a family. Smartphones, gaming platforms, and social media shape so much of kids’ lives — and often raise just as many concerns as opportunities. The Upper Dublin Education Foundation is stepping in with a new initiative to help.…
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Jarrettown Elementary to Be Rebuilt; Project to Cost $60M
Upper Dublin School District is moving ahead with a full teardown and rebuild of Jarrettown Elementary School, writes Linda Finarelli for The Reporter. The school board voted to approve a $60 million plan to replace the aging facility with a modern 86,000-square-foot building. The school board expects the project to be completed in 2029, accommodating…
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Pulte Homes Buys 18-Acre Upper Dublin Site, Plans 72 Townhomes
Atlanta-based Pulte Homes has purchased an 18-acre site in Upper Dublin for $12.2 million and plans to build 72 townhomes on the property, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The developer, a subsidiary of Pulte Group, acquired the vacant land at 1840 Norristown Road near Welsh Road and Limekiln Pike from Jenkintown-based Goodman…
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Upper Dublin High School Girls Swim Team Captures PIAA 3A Swimming Championship
The Upper Dublin High School girls swim team won the PIAA Girls Championship hosted at Bucknell University’s Kinney Natatorium last weekend, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. This is the Cardinals’ first state championship since 2020. The win was cemented by Sophia Sileo-Magliari, who won first place in the 100 breaststroke. “It was a…
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Upper Dublin Teen Captivates Internet with Spirited Pre-Super Bowl Speech
Thirteen-year-old Ethan Kim from Upper Dublin took the internet by storm with his electric airport speech ahead of the Eagles’ Super Bowl game, write Cherise Lynch and Johnny Archer for NBC10 Philadelphia. The clip of Ethan’s interview on Friday has gone viral with nearly a million views on NBC10’s TikTok page and close to 80,000…
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Upper Dublin Planning Commission Advances BET Investment’s Promenade Proposal
The Upper Dublin Planning Commission voted to recommend advancing BET Investments mixed-use development proposal for the Prudential tract, writes Linda Finarelli for The Reporter. The proposal seeks ordinance amendments to accommodate Promenade East, a 90-acre development featuring 600 apartments, 160 stacked townhouses, 100,000 square feet of office space, a 150-unit senior living facility. There is…
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Lessons in Leadership from Governor Josh Shapiro
Gov. Josh Shapiro serves as an example of effective political leadership, offering valuable lessons for leaders everywhere, writes Allan Domb for the Philadelphia Magazine. Shapiro has a unique mix of skills. The governor combines the ability to understand specific issues – a trait common among legislators – with the vision and action-oriented approach typical of…
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Wall Street Journal: Gov. Shapiro Earns Reputation of Being Competent, Pragmatic, and Sure-Footed
Since he took over as the Governor of Pennsylvania, Upper Dublin’s Josh Shapiro has earned a reputation for being competent, pragmatic, and sure-footed in a crisis, writes Salena Zito for The Wall Street Journal. “My job is to keep people safe, and my job every day is to get s— done,” he said in an…
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Meet Lori Shapiro, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s Wife
Lori Shapiro has stood by Pennsylvania Governor and Upper Dublin native Josh Shapiro’s side ever since his teenage years, supporting him throughout his rise to the Governor’s Residence, writes Rebecca Aizin for People. The couple have been married for 27 years and have four children together – Sophia, Jonah, Max, and Reuben. Shapiro is a…
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Governor Josh Shapiro Nets Millions in a Non-Election Year
Campaign coffers of Gov. Josh Shapiro are $9 million heavier so far this year, writes Gillian McGoldrick for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Since the start of the year, the Upper Dublin native has received contributions from wealthy businesspeople, venture capitalists, and Hollywood stars, among others. The amount is considerable for the Democratic first-term governor, who is…
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Upper Dublin High School’s Environmental Science Program Takes a Hands-On Approach
Students in Upper Dublin High School’s Environmental Science Program have been conducting in-depth water quality studies at Robbins Park and on the Schuylkill River, writes The Reporter. Guided by science teacher Chris Smith, students examined water samples for key indicators. They looked for dissolved oxygen, nitrates, phosphates, and turbidity, all contributing to their hands-on learning…
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Upper Dublin School Bus Depot Faces Pushback from Residents
The debate over a proposed Upper Dublin school bus depot near Fort Washington Elementary School continued, reports Linda Finarelli for the Reporter. The Upper Dublin Township Zoning Hearing Board heard arguments from both sides on October 7. Upper Dublin’s School District is seeking four variances to build a facility for vehicle maintenance, parts storage, and…
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Upper Dublin Police Thwart Lululemon Heist
Two Philadelphia suspects are in custody thanks to the swift and heroic actions of Upper Dublin police officers, reports Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. The officers thwarted a major theft at the Lululemon store in the Promenade at Upper Dublin. Officers responded to the scene just minutes after receiving a call about the theft in…
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Upper Dublin’s $600M Legacy Project: 600 Apartments and More on Welsh Road
A Dresher-based developer looks to build their ‘legacy property’ next to Dresher’s Promenade in Upper Dublin, reports Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The proposed project will replace the former Prudential Insurance Company property. Developers BET Investments plan to build 600 apartments along with townhomes, hotels, senior assisted living homes, stores and restaurants on…
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Upper Dublin’s Suzy Kolber Laid Off from ESPN After 27 Years with the Network
Sports commentator and on-air host Suzy Kolber was among the recent ESPN layoffs, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Kolber, a native of Upper Dublin, had been with the company for almost 30 years. She helped the network launch ESPN2 in 1993 by co-anchoring SportsNight with Keith Olbermann. She is a Philadelphia Sports…
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Ambler Symphony Couple’s Life Turns Up-Tempo with the Arrival of Long-Awaited Baby
Diane and Matt Billas, Upper Dublin residents, met in 2014 as fellow musicians playing French Horn in the Ambler Symphony. They married in 2015. But the tempo of their lives turned presto (very fast) with the December 2023 arrival of son Luke Anthony Billas. Anndee Hochman profiled them in The Philadelphia Inquirer. The couple struggled…
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