Family
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Exton Teen’s Small Business Goes Pro with Eagles-Themed Jewelry
Exton teen Samantha Martin’s unique small business has made its way to the NFL, reports Shawnette Wilson for Fox 29. The fourteen-year-old resident sells a variety of handmade jewelry through her business, Samantha’s Beads. Her Philadelphia Eagles-inspired pieces have been a success within the community, and items have even made their way to the Eagles’…
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Weekend Wanderer: I Can’t Quit Urgent Care
You may recall that day I picked up my son from a Secaucus mall because he had a raging fever. I mean, of course you remember. That’s all you do, right? Track the events of my life? To that end, where did that extra key come from? If you’re tracking my life, you should know. …
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Father from Bucks County Saves Child Stuck on Monorail at Hersheypark
This past weekend, John Sampson, a veterinarian from Jamison, saved a child stuck on the monorail at Hersheypark, reports Leland Pinder for 6abc. Sampson was with his wife and children at the theme park when a commotion broke out. A young boy was wandering on the monorail above the crowd as people tried to direct…
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UPS Driver Saved by Downingtown Business After Suffering a Cardiac Arrest During a Delivery
UPS driver Stephen Bloomer received lifesaving support from a local business after experiencing a health crisis on the clock, writes Kelly Rule for Fox 29. Bloomer suffered a cardiac arrest while delivering a package to If It’s Water Inc. in Downingtown on Aug. 12. Team members from the company found him collapsed on the ground…
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Weekend Wanderer: I Have an Extra Key
I have a problem. A secret problem. See, I have an extra key on my key ring. I can hear you out there, you know. Asking what the big deal is about an extra key. First, I think we’re well established here. We all know I do not have superfluous keys on my key ring.…
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Abrupt Closing of Schoolhouse of Flourtown Leaves Local Parents Scrambling
The abrupt closure of the Schoolhouse of Flourtown in Springfield Township, set for August, has left local parents scrambling for day care solutions, write Deanna Durante and Emily Rose Grassi for NBC10 Philadelphia. The day care scheduled to close is part of a larger human services campus that will cease operations next month after four…
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Weekend Wanderer: Memories That Never Happened
Can you stand one more column about movies? Well, not movies per se. More like the memories surrounding them. Memory is tricky. As the BBC’s Science Focus explains, it can be affected by many things. When my husband and I were dating, I called him one night, shocked to have learned the Austrian singer of…
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Weekend Wanderer: About That Summerween Thing …
As I write this, it’s a steamy July day. The temperature is topping out at 93 degrees, but the humidity is nudging that feeling above 100. And I have one thing on my mind. Halloween III: Season of the Witch. Don’t judge me. Do you buy seashell Christmas ornaments during your June vacation to Cape…
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Pennsylvania Receives Mixed Grades in Baby-Friendliness Report
Pennsylvania ranks number 20 on the list of Best and Worst States to have a baby, according to a 2025 report by WalletHub. The report reflects a mix of strengths and persistent challenges for new parents. The study assessed all 50 state, along with Washington, D.C., across 31 indicators. These include cost, health care access,…
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Weekend Wanderer: My Gut Wanted More Than Just a Scone
It was a Saturday, and I was driving my son to Secaucus, New Jersey. He was seeing a movie with friends. Why was I driving a kid who has his license? Long story. Why was I driving a kid from Bucks County to see friends in Secaucus, an hour and a half away? Longer story. …
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Glenmoore Family Honors Late Son with Memorial Spaceflight
A Glenmoore family will honor their late son with a unique memorial through Celestis Inc., writes Rita Giordano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The company, based in Houston, offers a unique memorial tribute: a “space burial,” where a loved one’s remains can be rocketed into space. Celestis offers multiple options and methods for the “burial.” The…
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Weekend Wanderer: Should I Be on An Outdoor Committee?
So, the day I was Googling “how do I get rid of skinks?” was also the day I was tapped to join a committee in my husband’s outdoor organization. Yes. They’ve met me. Just deepens that mystery, doesn’t it? It all started as I climbed the lone step to my front door. A tiny blue…
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Horsham Father-Son Duo to Compete in Minneapolis Special Olympics
John and Brian Quinn of Horsham, a father and son duo, have been selected to compete in the 2026 Special Olympics USA in Minneapolis, writes Gray Hall for 6abc. The pair has been competing together for two decades, ever since they first hit the links in the Special Olympics. “It was an activity that we…
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Five Montco Towns Among Best Philadelphia Suburbs To Live In
Among the many attractive Philadelphia suburbs in the region, some still offer something extra that puts them among the best places to live in, and five Montgomery County towns are among them, writes Patrick McNichol for Suburban Solutions. These Philadelphia suburbs in Montgomery County rate the best for the commute to the city and include…
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Kid-Friendly Animal Adventures in Montco
For little ones with a love for animals, Montgomery County is full of kid-friendly spots where barnyard snuggles and up-close encounters are part of the experience, writes Corrie Stango for Mommy Poppins. Rose Bridge Farm and Sanctuary – Dresher This rescue sanctuary offers a warmhearted blend of animal care and love. Kids can bottle-feed baby…
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Weekend Wanderer: Why Is Benson Boone Singing About My Life?
Ten days ago, I’d never heard of Benson Boone. Good Morning America threw him up at the end of their opening sequence, all wiry Timothy Olyphant frame and pornstache. Not that I’d know. Who’s that guy? I thought. Why is GMA acting like I know who he is? Because I don’t. And I planned to…
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Weekend Wanderer: Old Pictures and a Frozen Cat
Two bins of photographs were among the many things I found when cleaning out Willie’s apartment after she moved to assisted living. These bins are nearly the size of a loveseat. They hold heaps of pictures. Traditional 4-by-6-inch pictures. Larger 8-by-10-inch pictures. Pictures in folders. Pictures in frames. Loose pictures and pictures in envelopes from…
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Cool Off and Enjoy Summer with These Affordable Family Fun Ideas in Montco
Summer is in full swing and Montco residents don’t have to go far for affordable family fun, writes Michele Haddon for Philly Burbs. Whether you’re seeking animals, water play, creative experiences or old school mini golf, there’s something for everyone. Families can head to Norristown to vist the Elmwood Park Zoo. The park is home…
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