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King of Prussia-Based Vertex Names Microsoft Exec Christopher Young Its New CEO
King of Prussia-based Vertex has named Microsoft executive Christopher Young as its new CEO, who is taking over from longtime leader David DeStefano, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Young is the fourth person to hold that title at the publicly traded tax and compliance software maker. DeStefano will officially step down as…
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Main Line Health Rebounds with $4M Profit and Regional Growth Plans
Main Line Health has bounced back into the black after a tough year, reports John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The health network that operates Bryn Mawr Hospital and Lower Merion’s Lankenau Medical Center posted $4 million in operating income for fiscal 2025. This is a dramatic turnaround from a $61 million loss the…
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Pottstown’s Top Sandwich Shops Every Local Should Know
Known for its industrial roots, historic architecture, and revitalized downtown, Pottstown has quietly built another claim to fame—its independent sandwich scene. From toasted bagels and hearty cheesesteaks and hoagies to inventive hot dogs and pub-style creations, the borough’s locally owned spots serve up as much personality as they do flavor. Here are a few of…
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Developer Plans $50M Five-Story Mixed-Use Project in Conshohocken
Buccini Pollin Group is planning to build a $50 million, five-story mixed-use development near Conshohocken transit hub, adding apartments and retail to the area, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The proposed development would feature 115 apartments and 5,400 square feet of retail space, replacing part of the parking lot that now serves…
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Ambler’s Downtown Renaissance is Turning the Town into a Destination
Ambler’s downtown continues to thrive as new businesses and creative entrepreneurs embrace its walkable charm and strong sense of community, writes Erica Lamberg for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Among the latest arrivals is Camaraderie, a new yoga studio founded by Maura Manzo, who previously ran Yoga Home in Conshohocken. “I was looking for a vibrant, walkable…
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The Indie Main Line Coalition Keeps Readers Local in Narberth and Ardmore
Independent bookstores across the Main Line are proving that collaboration is the best story of all, writes Gina Lizzo of Main Line Today. In Narberth and Ardmore, two women-owned shops are helping lead a literary alliance that’s strengthening community ties and redefining what it means to shop local. Narberth Bookshop and Mavy Books of Ardmore…
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Bala Cynwyd and Narberth Celebrate Return of Hostage Alon Ohel
Outside Bala Cynwyd’s Adath Israel Synagogue, family and friends gathered this week to celebrate the long-awaited release of Alon Ohel, writes Annie McCormick for 6 ABC. The 22-year-old classically trained pianist from Israel was among 20 hostages freed by Hamas on Monday. In a moment filled with relief and reverence, Benjamin Mittman removed a poster…
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Valley Forge National Park Brings $44.8 Million Boost to Montco Economy
Valley Forge National Historical Park remains one of Montco’s greatest treasures, both for its history and its economic impact, writes Donna Rovins for The Daily Times. A new report from the National Park Service shows that in 2024, 1.9 million visitors explored the park’s 3,452 acres, spending $28.9 million in nearby communities and contributing $44.8…
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GSK’s Emma Walmsley Rejects Co-CEO Trend, Emphasizes Resilience in Leadership
GSK chief executive officer Emma Walmsley says she’s unconvinced of the rising co-CEO trend, writes Nina Paoli for Fortune. As major corporations like Comcast, Oracle, and Spotify embrace the dual-leadership structure, Walmsley prefers the old way. Speaking at Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Summit, the British pharma leader—whose company operates a major U.S. campus in Upper…
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Horsham’s Bimbo Bakeries Marks 10 Years of Racing for Good
Horsham’s Bimbo Bakeries marked a milestone this fall with the 10th edition of the Bimbo Global Race, the world’s largest race for a cause, the company announced in a press release. This year’s event united more than 165,000 runners across 28 cities and 22 countries, all racing under the motto “The Good We Share.” Their…
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Merck Finalizes $10 Billion Acquisition, Expands COPD Treatment Portfolio
Pharmaceutical giant Merck, which maintains major operations in Montgomery County, has completed its $10 billion acquisition of Verona Pharma, writes the New Jersey Business and Industry Association. The acquisition strengthens its cardio-pulmonary treatment lineup with the addition of Ohtuvayre, a breakthrough therapy for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Verona Pharma now operates as a wholly…
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Shapiro’s Pennsylvania Data Center Push Presents a Climate Conflict
Governor Josh Shapiro’s initiative to establish Pennsylvania as a leading data center hub is generating a conflict with the state’s climate leadership objectives, writes Jordan Teicher for Grid Philly. In June, Shapiro announced that Amazon would invest $20 billion in two cloud computing and artificial intelligence data centers in Bucks and Luzerne counties, solidifying his…
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Montco’s Bakery Scene Is on the Rise
Montgomery County is home to more than just history and shopping destinations — it’s also a sweet spot for some of the region’s best bakeries. Michael Klein of The Philadelphia Inquirer highlights the best bakeries in the region including several right here in Montco. Industry experts say bakeries are booming nationwide thanks to small-box economics,…
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Irish Firm PM Group Invests $495K in Conshohocken Hub
Irish-based design and construction leader PM Group is making a bigger investment in Montco, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The company announced it will put $495,000 into its Conshohocken offices at 300 Barr Harbor Drive, creating 48 new jobs while retaining its current workforce. The expansion strengthens Conshohocken’s role in the region’s booming life…
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How 24,000 Guy Fieri’s Tequila Bottles Got Stolen in Elaborate Heist Before Reaching Lansdale
Around 24,000 bottles of Santo Tequila, a special drink by Guy Fieri and his partner, Van Halen frontman Sammy Hagar that was set to launch last year, were stolen before reaching the Lansdale warehouse in an elaborate heist, writes Miguel A. Melendez for Men’s Journal. The operation was orchestrated in Armenia, revealed Fieri during his…
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Conshohocken’s Morgan Properties Buys $70M Florida Apartment Complex
Conshohocken’s Morgan Properties, the nation’s largest private multifamily owner, has added another major purchase to its growing portfolio, writes Lidia Dinkova for The Real Deal. The firm acquired a 300-unit apartment complex near West Palm Beach for nearly $70 million, underscoring its aggressive national expansion strategy. The gated community, Visions at Willow Pond, includes 17…
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Collegeville’s Pfizer Campus Wins 75 Percent Tax Assessment Cut
The Bridge at Collegeville, one of Montco’s largest office campuses, just saw its tax burden shrink dramatically, writes Paul Schedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. After two rounds of appeals, the assessed value of the 340-acre site dropped by more than 75 percent. This cut the owners’ property tax bill from $7.8 million to $1.9…
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Conshohocken Residents Push Back on Proposed AI Data Center
A plan to transform the former Cleveland-Cliffs steel mill in Plymouth Township into a massive AI data center has sparked intense debate in Conshohocken, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Developer Brian O’Neill wants to repurpose the 66-acre site on Conshohocken Road into a 2-million-square-foot facility spanning 10 buildings. The project promises jobs and…
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