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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Lower Merion Grad Releases New Song, Accompanying Video
Lizzy McAlpine, a Lower Merion High School graduate, has unveiled her new song titled Doomsday and the accompanying video directed…
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Bala Cynwyd Could Be Next Montco Town to Undergo Development Boom Like King of Prussia, Conshohocken
Bala Cynwyd is poised to undergo a major development boom over the coming years on a scale of those in…
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Car-Centric Zoning Goes Against Main Line Railroad Roots—And is Hurting the Region
The Paoli/Thorndale Line used to represent the lifeline of the region and helped create what we call the Main Line…
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Lower Merion Fox 29 Anchor Gets Good News from Appeals Court Regarding Her Legal Battle with Facebook
Fox 29 anchor Karen Hepp, a Lower Merion resident, has received some good news from a federal appeals court in…
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Gopuff Delivery Service Looking to Open Ardmore Brick-and-Mortar Location
Gopuff, the Philadelphia-based delivery service, is planning to open a brick-and-mortar store in Ardmore where it would both serve walk-in…
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Infamous Lower Merion Murder Featured on Episode of Oxygen’s ‘In Ice Cold Blood’
An infamous 1996 murder in Lower Marion Township revolving around the General Wayne Inn is featured in one of the…
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Montco Towns Are the Best! See Which One Made the 50 Best Places to Live List
One Montgomery County town has ranked among the 50 best places to live in the U.S. for 2021-2022, according to…
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See Which Montco Town Tops the Most Expensive Homes in Philadelphia Metro Area
Montgomery County is home to four towns that are among the places with the most expensive homes in Philadelphia metro…
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U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona and Congresswoman Madeleine Dean Visit MCCC
Community colleges are often called the “nation’s best-kept secret,” but that secret is finally become unveiled, particularly at Montgomery County…
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Lower Merion Native Builds Successful Career in Entertainment in LA
Mike Jackson, a Wynnewood and Lower Merion native, left Philadelphia two decades ago for Los Angeles to start building his…
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Lower Merion Fan Gets Signed Bat from Phillies Catcher J.T. Realmuto at MLB All-Star Game
“I saw J.T. Realmuto the dugout and then he comes over and does like ‘one second,’” said Matthew. “(He) goes…
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MacKenzie Scott, and Husband Former Lower Merion Teacher Dan Jewett, Continue Their Donation Spree with Gift to ‘Play on Philly’
MacKenzie Scott, philanthropist and ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, and her husband, former Lower Merion teacher, Dan Jewett, have…
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Manayunk Bridge Connecting Lower Merion to Philly Expected to Get Lighting Installed Later This Year
Manayunk Bridge is on track to have lighting installed later this year, providing 24/7 access for pedestrians and cyclists to…
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Real Estate Transactions Reach New Milestones in Montgomery County, Especially in Lower Merion and Kulpsville
Real estate transactions in Montgomery County continue to take place uninterrupted despite the pandemic, writes Natalie Kostelni for the Philadelphia…
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Fine Craftsmanship Lives On In Lower Merion Woman’s Sears ‘Kit’ Home
Despite the near disappearance of the once unmatched retail giant, build-it-yourself Sears ‘Kit’ homes are still cherished by their owners,…
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SEPTA’s Lower Merion Bus Stop Among Top Four ‘Sorriest Bus Stops’ in North America
The SEPTA bus stop at Hollow Road and Conshohocken State Road in Lower Merion is among the four “sorriest bus…
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Developer Plans to Tear Down One Home, Build Six New Houses in Bryn Mawr
A developer in Lower Merion is planning to demolish one residence and build six new houses with access on a…
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Narberth, Lower Merion Suing State Over Law That Blocks Them from Banning Plastic Bags
On Wednesday Narberth, Lower Merion, and nearby West Chester submitted a lawsuit against Pennsylvania over a law that is preventing…
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