Montgomery County
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Lower Merion Deli’s Reubens Named the Best in the Country
Hymie’s Deli, Merion Station, is in the spotlight for its top-notch Reuben. Mashed.com’s Trevor Carlson calls it one of “the absolute best Reuben sandwiches in the U.S.” The classic melt-in-your-mouth sandwich has been an American deli staple for decades. But its backstory is a bit muddled, reports Carlson. Some historians cite a hungry actor who,…
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Applying for Financial Aid What You Need to Know
By Joe Alaimo After discussing the options with your parents or guardian about how you plan to pay for college, you may determine that financial aid is the way to go. As a 32-year financial aid professional, I have some tips to help you navigate the complex process. BEFORE YOU APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID Talk…
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Legal Matters: Surviving the Holidays as a Divorced Parent
By Elizabeth J. Billes The holiday season is officially here. How do you celebrate? Do you fight over the wishbone on Thanksgiving? Do you cook tasty potato latkes for Hanukkah or make cookies for Christmas? Are you worried that those holiday traditions will change because you and your co-parent are getting divorced? Divorce is a…
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Pennsylvania Sports Betting Expected to Peak Next Year Around $8 Billion Annual Handle
This year could be the last where the sports betting market in Pennsylvania records major growth, as it is expected to plateau close to $8 billion annually in 2023, writes Chris Imperiale for PlayPennsylvania. Currently, the Keystone State is seeing a healthy boost in betting volume spurred on by the best NFL start for sportsbooks…
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Lancaster County’s Holiday Theatrical Season Gives Audiences Multiple Presents of Stage Presence
The Dec. Lancaster County entertainment scene offers sights, sounds, and story lines that can provide a welcome respite to the run-up to Santa’s big day. It’s a chance to set aside the chores and duties of the season, nestle into a comfortable seat, and surrender to the laughter, joy, and wonder of the season. The…
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Penn Community Bank Helps Community College Apprentices MAP Out Their Professional Futures
Penn Community Bank has contributed $25,000 to Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) in support of its Workforce Development Division’s new MontcoWorks Apprenticeship Program (MAP). MAP is an earn-while-you-learn program that offers MCCC students the opportunity to gain in-demand workforce skills and college credits at no cost. Apprentice-students train alongside experienced professionals, receiving mentorship and guidance…
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How to Tap into the Hidden Market for Six-Figure Jobs
Among the thousands of job postings on LinkedIn or Indeed you’re unlikely to come across an abundance of six-figure jobs. Hiring managers and executives usually rely on their underground networks to fill those positions. In order to comply with internal regulations, some companies advertise positions that have already been filled. Some roles are already…
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Should the Phillies Ever Hit the World Series Wall, A Hatfield Company Keeps Them Safe
When the topic of being safe at a baseball game usually involves what’s going on at the bases or home plate. But thanks to Safety Padding Ink, a Hatfield company, players well being is ensured even in the outfields. Matt Petrillo swung for the fences in bringing the story to CBS3 Philadelphia. Safety Padding Ink…
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Gwynedd Mercy’s School of Business and Education Presents 6th Annual Aspiring Educator’s Leadership Symposium
On Nov. 3, Gwynedd Mercy University will host a virtual symposium from 5 PM until 9 PM on the topics of Neurodiversity, Brain Health, and Student Success for PreK-12 and Higher Education. Educators, counselors, students, Administrators, parents, and anyone interested in the presentation’s topics are invited to attend. The event will include virtual workshops focusing…
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1950s-Era Public Housing Site in Glenside Relaunched as Affordable Housing Community
North Hills Manor, a redevelopment project in Glenside, has transformed a a 1950s-era public housing unit into a high-quality 50-unit affordable housing community. Located at 3115 Walnut Avenue, the site also includes a new 2,6380-sq.-ft. community building. North Hills Manor’s 17-building site includes apartments with one to four bedrooms, as well as townhomes. The high-quality…
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For Many Students, Popular University of Pennsylvania Course on Ghosts and Afterlife Took on Deeper Meaning During Pandemic
Justin McDaniel, a professor of religious studies who teaches the popular University of Pennsylvania course called “Gods, Ghosts, and Monsters,” has long been intrigued by ghost stories and why they are fascinating to people, writes Aubrey Whelan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. After the pandemic started, he noticed that people’s interest in ghosts and the afterlife…
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Are You Eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness?
40 million indebted Americans are awaiting their financial fates after a federal appeals court temporarily halted Biden’s student-loan forgiveness program. The online portal for the program has already seen 22 million applications. While the future is unclear, here’s what those eligible should know in the meantime: How to apply The application to get…
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Plan to Raze Trees at a Villanova Estate Causes Environmentalists to Fervently Bark in Protest
A century old arboretum on a Gilded-Age era estate is the battleground between preservationists, environmentalists, and Lower Merion School District. Activists say that the school district wants to fell hundreds of trees on Villanova’s Oakwell Estate to make room for auxiliary playing fields for Black Rock Middle School. Stacia Friedman got to the root of…
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Pennsylvania Ranks in Middle of Pack Based on 2022 Cost of Voting Index
According to a nonpartisan study published in the Election Law Journal, voters in Pennsylvania are met with higher barriers on casting a ballot than most other states, write Isaac Avilucea and Mike D’Onofrio for the Axios. The Keystone State ranked at No. 32 in the 2022 Cost of Voting Index for voting access based on…
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SEPTA’s Proposed Bus Network Provides Several Improvements, But Also Has Some Drawbacks
SEPTA recently released its proposed bus network for public comment, and while the new plan offers several improvements, it also comes with some drawbacks, writes Sandy Smith for the Philadelphia Magazine. SEPTA’s Bus Revolution website features interactive maps that allow visitors to use sliders to compare the bus service available now to what SEPTA is…
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Giving Away the Green: How a Center at Norristown Farm Park Serves the Community
A green resource center is opening its space to the Montgomery County community. Its ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Monday, headed by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS). The center is in Norristown Farm Park and will continue to support various organizations with its fresh produce, writes Marilyn Johnson for Newsbreak. The space so far has…
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Return to Normalcy Ushers in New Rules for Getting Face Time With the Boss
If your company is transitioning workers back to being in the office, you might now wonder if that means you need to go back to trying to get noticed all the time. Working from home, all your boss had to gauge you on was whether you did assignments well and on time. But has that…
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2 High-Yielding Oil Stocks to Buy With $1,000
By this point, everyone is well-appraised of how Russia’s attacks against Ukraine have also had the side effect of disrupting the oil market. Many experienced the aggravation this caused from gas prices rising to over $5 a gallon. With oil prices being so unpredictable right now, you might think it is a poor time to…
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