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 Family Grew Mustaches to Raise Money for Movember Foundation
Three members of the Fink family from Lower Merion spent last month growing mustaches and raising money for prostate cancer…
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Lower Merion and PHS Team Up to Add More Green to the Local Landscape
Lower Merion Township is home to 67 more trees this year thanks to the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s Tree Tenders program,…
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Plans to Reimagine Ardmore’s Schaeuffele Plaza as a Civic Space Take Shape
Lower Merion is getting closer to starting renovations on Ardmore’s Schaeuffele Plaza, writes Richard Ilgenfritz for Main Line Media News.…
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Lower Merion School Board and Township Solidify Deal with Haverford on Polo Field
The Polo Field in Haverford has been at the center of a long debate that is finally coming to an…
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Montgomery County Planning Commission Spotlights Winners of Montgomery Awards
Five 2023 Montgomery Awards winners were spotlighted during a ceremony held last week at Meadowood Senior Living in Worcester Township,…
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‘Most Beloved Lawyer’ Fox Rothschild’s Stanley Cohen Remembered
Stanley S. Cohen, formerly of Lower Merion, retired managing partner at the Fox Rothschild law firm, volunteer, and mentor, died…
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New Owners of Bala Plaza Will Move Forward with Already Established Redevelopment Plan
The 5-building Bala Plaza complex was sold to FLD Group and the Adjmi family for $185 million and the new…
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Lower Merion Police Want Dog Walkers to Be Part of Community Watch
In an effort to have more watchful eyes on the township streets, Lower Merion Police recently offered a free training…
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Lower Merion to Launch Township Employee Compensation and Classification Study
More than 30 years after the Lower Merion Township last conducted a study on township employee compensation and classification, officials…
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The Proposed 2024 Lower Merion Budget Doesn’t Include a Tax Increase
Right now, the proposed 2024 budget for Lower Merion doesn’t include a tax hike, writes Max Bennett for Patch. If…
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Montgomery County District Attorney Opens Tip Line for Upcoming Election
Ahead of the 2023 general election on November 7, the Montgomery County District Attorney has opened a tip line for…
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Additional Affordable Apartment Units in the Works for Ardmore, Officials Say
Lower Merion is working towards creating more affordable housing options in Ardmore, writes Richard Ilgenfritz for Main Line Media News.…
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Philly, Lower Merion Considering New Trail to Connect Manayunk and Lower Merion
Transportation professionals in Philadelphia and Lower Merion have been studying the feasibility of creating a new trail connection across the…
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Forbes’ 2023 Mega-Wealthy List: One Montco Resident Annually Outearns the Country of Iceland
Forbes released its 2023 world’s billionaire list, which includes what may be some startling news for area residents: A line…
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Lower Merion Eyes Sidewalk Policy to Increase Pedestrian Safety and Mobility
Residents and officials want to see Lower Merion become more walkable, writes Richard Ilgenfritz for the Main Line Media News.…
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Lower Merion Commissioners Give Preliminary Nod to Main Line Greenway
The Main Line Greenway is one step closer to becoming a reality after Lower Merion commissioners gave the preliminary concept…
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As Election Day Nears in Montgomery County, Here’s What You Need to Know
Election Day is around the corner, and as deadlines approach, Montgomery County residents can get tapped into their nearest ballot…
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Montgomery Township Is the Next in the County to Ban Single Use Plastic
As more people in the region become concerned about the impact of environmental waste, more townships are banning single use…
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