Bala Cynwyd
Once the home of the NFL, Bala Cynwyd lies on the Philadelphia Main Line, bordering Philadelphia at City Avenue and the Schuylkill Expressway.
With a 2020 population of 9,285, this community has deep roots, settled by Welsh Quakers in the 1680s. Its historic commercial district on Montgomery Avenue features landmarks like the Bala Theater.
Bala Cynwyd’s diverse population enjoys a suburban feel with easy city access, appealing to Philadelphia commuters. The community is family-centric, with award-winning schools boasting notable residents like NBA legend Kobe Bryant.
Explore MONTCO Today’s 260+ archive stories about Bala Cynwyd.
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Outdoor Dining Season Is Here: Montco Spots to Check Out Now
With warmer weather settling into Montco, outdoor dining season is officially back, writes Main Line Today. Here are some great…
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Two Cofounders From Montgomery County Rank Among World’s Wealthiest
Two Montgomery County businessmen have landed on the Forbes 2026 World’s Billionaires List with a combined fortune of around $84…
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Bala Cynwyd’s City Avenue Transformation Continues with The Blayr
The Blayr, a 217-unit apartment building at the former Lord & Taylor location, has officially opened, bringing new residents and…
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How St. Joe’s Lacrosse Captain Earned His Role the Hard Way
One St. Joe’s lacrosse player’s journey from overlooked freshman to team captain is helping to define the Hawks’ season, writes…
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Four Montgomery County Pizza Spots Among Best Newcomers in Philadelphia Region
This year has brought new energy to the Philadelphia region pizza scene, with several newcomers serving standout slices and pies,…
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Patio Season Is Here: 4 Montco Restaurants to Try
Outdoor dining is returning across the region as warmer weather draws diners outside, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. …
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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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Bala Cynwyd Native Behind Viral Chili Peppers Film Now Streaming Worldwide
A Bala Cynwyd native is making global waves on Netflix with a deeply personal documentary, writes Dan DeLuca for The…
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Bala Cynwyd’s Bonnie Rosen Builds Lasting Legacy at Temple
From Bala Cynwyd to the national stage, Bonnie Rosen has built a legacy that continues to shape women’s lacrosse across…
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Major Donation From Bala Cynwyd’s Jeff Yass Funds Philadelphia School Expansion
A major donation from the region’s wealthiest billionaire is helping fuel a workforce-focused expansion at a Philadelphia school, writes Ryan…
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Gladwyne Residents React to Jeff Yass–Backed Redevelopment Vision
Pennsylvania’s richest man, Jeff Yass, backs a plan to revitalize much of Gladwyne’s downtown, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia…
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Saks Bankruptcy Leaves King of Prussia Store Intact — for Now
Luxury retailer Saks Global, which operates Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, writes Erin…
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St. Joe’s Partnership With Barnes Creates New Path Into Museum Education
A growing partnership between Bala Cynwyd’s Saint Joseph’s University and the Barnes Foundation is opening a new path for students…
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Philly May ‘Own’ the Cheesesteak, but Montco Versions Hold Up, Gaining Top Spot in Recent Rating
Many Montgomery County spots made a 2020 list of 60 Philly cheesesteak favorites in the Philadelphia region, writes Jeff Belonger…
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St. Joe’s Celebrates A-10 Honors After Breakout Season
St. Joseph’s University is celebrating a major Atlantic 10 milestone, writes Ryan Mack for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Head coach Steve…
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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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Memorial Bench in Rittenhouse Square to Honor Gladwyne’s Pierre Robert
Beloved WMMR-FM DJ Pierre Robert, a Gladwyne resident who died in October, will be honored with a memorial bench in…
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