Montgomery County
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Gwynedd Mercy University Makes Progress on the Future Frances M. Maguire Healthcare Innovation Center
In May 2022, Gwynedd Mercy University announced the largest gift in its history — a transformational $10 million gift from the Maguire Foundation to build the future Frances M. Maguire Healthcare Innovation Center. The 65,000 square foot building will be the university’s largest academic building on campus, conveniently located adjacent to Maguire and Valie Genuardi Halls. The…
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Gwynedd Mercy University Hosts Sport Management Symposium
Gwynedd Mercy has a special program for the more athletically-inclined folks. The Sport Management Program, the Sport Business Association, Career Development and the Office of Alumni Relations will host the Inaugural Sport Symposium: The Business of Sport. Even for those who aren’t in the program, the university is urging people to come regardless! The event…
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DeSales University Hosts Ceremony Honoring Vietnam War Veterans
DeSales University’s Office of Veterans and Military Services honored Vietnam War veterans at a special event this past Wednesday, marking 50 years since the last troops left Vietnam, Lehigh Valley Live reports. This was the second year in a row that DeSales held a Vietnam commemoration ceremony. The tearful ceremony moved many of the attendees…
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Rally Seeks to Address Montco Homeless Who Often Retreat to Makeshift Tents to Cope
A weekend event in Norristown will bring together advocates, elected officials, and area residents to rally for more affordable housing in Montgomery County. Rachel Ravina reported it in Mainline Media News. The rally will be hosted by the Montco 30% Project on Apr. 1 on the steps of the Montgomery County Courthouse. The goal is…
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Legal Matters: Tips for Keeping Your Business in Order
By Dischell Bartle Dooley Spring is officially here and that means tax time is around the corner. Are you prepared? Maintaining accurate financial records is crucial for any business, as it helps to monitor cash flow, prepare tax returns, and make informed financial decisions. Here are some tips for maintaining accurate financial records for your…
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Gwynedd Mercy University to Host Summer Volleyball & Basketball Camps
Gwynedd Mercy University’s women’s volleyball team will be hosting a weeklong camp this summer. It is designed to educate campers to be ready to play at the next level by honing both their skills and volleyball IQ. Each day campers will focus on a new skill: passing, setting, attacking, blocking/serving. The camp will be split…
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How to Be Even More Memorable with a Signature on LinkedIn
Do you have a signature on LinkedIn that you use at the bottom of every post? If not, why not? Do you have an email signature you use on every email? Think about it. Your email signature is part of your brand, and your LinkedIn profile is part of your brand, so why not include…
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Have a Passion For Sports? Gwynedd Mercy University Can Help It Become a Career
Do you have a high school student who is a sports fanatic? Have they always dreamed of working in the sports industry? This weeklong program, hosted by GMercyU’s Sport Management program, will introduce students to the numerous ways they can turn their love of sports into an exciting career. Whether they’re interested in college athletics,…
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Ambler Restaurant Becomes Connecting Point for Mar. 22 Working Moms (WoMo) Event
The WoMo Network and Elysium Marketing Group, the Montgomery County provider of marketing strategy and creative, has organized a Mar. 22 event that will benefit area working mothers. Under its WoMo Network banner, the 4–6 PM happy hour gathering will take place at Dettera Restaurant & Wine Bar, 129 East Butler Ave., Ambler. Its timing…
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Gwynedd Mercy University to Host Integrated Studies Pre-College Summer Institute
GMercyU’s Integrated Studies program is hosting a weeklong Summer Institute to introduce college life to students with intellectual disabilities. Throughout the week, students will build college-readiness stills and facilitate a transition into college life. Focus areas include college-level technologies and skills, career exploration, building social connections, and establishing familiarity with a college campus. Activities for…
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Unemployment Rate in Pennsylvania Lower Than a Year Ago
Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate for January was at 4.3 percent, the same as in December, but it was 0.2 percent lower than the January 2022 level. This is according to the preliminary employment situation report for January 2023 released by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. At the same time, the U.S. unemployment rate went…
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Gwynedd Mercy University President Deanne H. D’Emilio Wins Prestigious Chief Executive Leadership Award
Gwynedd Mercy University’s President Deanne H. D’Emilio has been awarded the Chief Executive Leadership Award from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). This prestigious award recognizes a District II member institution’s highest-ranking officer for exceptional efforts in promoting the understanding and support of education. D’Emilio’s leadership at GMercyU has been marked by…
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Philadelphia Ranks Near Top Among Best Cities for St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations
If you are looking for a great place to celebrate the greenest holiday of the year, you don’t have to go far from home. Philadelphia ranks near the top of the list of 2023’s best cities for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, according to a new report published by WalletHub. WalletHub compared 200 of the nation’s…
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Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Augments Fall Hunger Drive with Online, Spring Edition
To help Montgomery County food pantries and soup kitchens recover from exhausting resources over the holidays and prepare stock for summer, the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) has launched its first-ever Freedom from Hunger Spring Drive in March. The fundraiser — once again held exclusively online — will run throughout the month. It…
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Gwynedd Mercy University to Host Session on Public Health Landscape
Dr. James Butler III, a GMercyU alumnus, and Distinguished Alumni winner will be hosting a discussion surrounding the Public Health landscape on March 22 from 6 to 7 PM. Guests will learn about Dr. Butler’s path into and through the public health sector. In 1999, Dr. Butler graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a…
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Outdoor Recreation Industry Continues to Bloom in Pennsylvania
The businesses related to outdoor recreation continue to make significant contributions to the health of Pennsylvania’s economy as well as for that of the state’s residents, writes Lauren Jessop for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. According to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, outdoor recreation-related industries in manufacturing, retail, and tourism employed more than 150,000 people in…
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GMercyU Recognized as Military Friendly School for 2023-2024
Gwynedd Mercy University earned the Military Friendly Schools Awards designation for 2023-2024. The Military Friendly Schools survey is the longest-running most comprehensive review of college and university investments in serving military and veteran students. GMercyU participates in all VA education benefits programs and, unlike other institutions, does not cap the number of students who are…
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Montgomery County’s St. Patrick’s Day 2023 Celebrations Make Neighboring Communities Green with Envy
Given its multicultural culinary excellence, top-rated brewing scene, and ability to embrace numerous ethnic heritages, Montgomery County is a great place to mark St. Patrick’s Day 2023. The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board has poured forth the following bar/pub recommendations for the week of wearin’ of the green. Eat Drink and Be Irish Jack…
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