Lower Merion
Lower Merion Township, located in Montgomery County just outside Philadelphia, seamlessly combines historical charm, excellent education, and vibrant community life. Established in 1713, it was settled by Welsh Quakers in 1682.
Home to 63,633 residents as of the 2020 Census, Lower Merion boasts high per-capita income with a median household income of around $139,694 and median home prices of $603,970.
The renowned Lower Merion School District serves the township and is home to esteemed private colleges, including Bryn Mawr College and Haverford College.
Rich in history, it features landmarks such as the Merion Friends Meeting House and the Barnes Foundation.
Lower Merion has produced several notable individuals, including NBA legend Kobe Bryant, former U.S. Secretary of State Alexander Haig, Hollywood actress and sex symbol Jayne Mansfield, and 1960s teen idol Bobby Rydell.
Explore VISTA Today’s archive of 25+ stories about Lower Merion.
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Montgomery County Just Launched Its Most Ambitious Housing Plan Ever
A teacher who drives 45 minutes to get to work. A nurse priced out of the neighborhood where she spends…
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First Bank House of the Week: Inside a Stunning $8.75M Gladwyne Estate Hidden Along a Private Main Line Lane
Priced at $6.75 million, this secluded Gladwyne estate along a private lane offers a rare blend of historic architecture, refined…
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Montco Memorial Day 2026: Everything You Need to Make the Most of the Long Weekend
Memorial Day is more than the unofficial start of summer. It’s the one day set aside specifically to honor the…
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Lower Merion School Board Holds Firm on Mandatory Classroom Computers
A heated debate over classroom technology is unfolding in Lower Merion School District, writes NBC10 Philadelphia. Parents continue pushing for…
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Lower Merion’s DiBartolomeo Brothers Are the Heart of Penn State’s NCAA Tournament Run
Three brothers from Lower Merion are chasing lacrosse history at Penn State, writes Joseph Santoliquito for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Lucca,…
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Inside Bryn Mawr College’s Vision to Redefine the Liberal Arts Experience
Bryn Mawr College is laying out an ambitious roadmap for the future, unveiling a new 10-year strategic plan aimed at…
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Lower Merion Legend Kobe Bryant’s Card Sells for Staggering Price
A piece of Lower Merion history just fetched millions, as a rare card featuring Kobe Bryant sold for $3.15 million,…
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Lower Merion Families Seek Opt-Out Option for School Devices
Lower Merion parents are pushing back in the debate over technology and screentime in the classroom, writes Maddie Hanna for…
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Lower Merion Parents Alerted to Potential Payout in Student Data Case
Some families in Lower Merion Township may be eligible for compensation as part of a settlement tied to the widely…
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New Red Light Cameras Go Live in Lower Merion — Here’s What Drivers Need to Know
Drivers traveling through Lower Merion Township will want to pay closer attention at one of the Main Line’s busiest intersections,…
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Lower Merion Liberty Girls Ice Hockey Crowned 2026 Flyers Cup Winners
The Lower Merion Liberty girls ice hockey team has won the 2026 Flyers Cup championship and is bringing home the…
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Bala Cynwyd’s St. Joe’s Names New Leader for Field Hockey Program
A new era is beginning for Saint Joseph’s University field hockey following one of the most successful stretches in program…
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Bala Cynwyd Man Creates Plague-Inspired Cocktails
What was once his least favorite holiday has become a creative passion project for a Bala Cynwyd resident, writes Denali…
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Lower Merion Parents Push Back on Classroom Technology Use
A growing debate over classroom technology is taking shape in Lower Merion School District, as parents voice concerns about how…
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Fans Line Up Before Sunrise for Kobe’s Lower Merion Tribute Sneakers
The release of Nike’s new sneaker, highlighting Kobe Bryant’s Lower Merion roots, is drawing collectors eager to celebrate one of…
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Coatesville Basketball Star Stays Local Ahead of a Bright Future
Coatesville basketball star Colton Hiller plans to stay a hometown hero as he continues to improve his basketball game, writes…
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Ardmore’s Burger Scene Is Sizzling With 16 Local Spots
Take a stroll through Ardmore and you might notice a familiar aroma: burgers sizzling on the grill, writes Michael Klein…
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Tim Rybnik is Lower Merion’s Weather Wizard
Tim Rybnik, a gifted students’ teacher at Bala Cynwyd Middle School, has become the go-to weather forecaster for Lower Merion…
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