Norristown
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Norristown Schools Axed Its DEI Chief. Now the Community Wants Answers.
The Norristown Area School District school board just eliminated its chief diversity officer, writes Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Its members insist that this makes them more committed to equity, not less. The board voted in April to cut the district’s chief of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging position. The move is effective at…
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Norristown Robotics Firm Powers High-Tech Farm Security in Hawaii
A Montgomery County company is helping reshape how farms protect their crops, and it’s happening thousands of miles away, writes Chris Mccullough for Future Farming. Norristown’s Asylon Robotics is providing high-tech “robot dogs” that are now being used to patrol large agricultural operations. DroneDog tech is deploying at major farming sites in Hawaii, where it…
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Montco Robotics Firm Asylon Expands AI Push With NVIDIA Partnership
Norristown’s Asylon Robotics is taking another step forward in the evolving world of automated security through a new collaboration with NVIDIA, according to Market Screener. The Montgomery County company announced plans to develop next-generation AI-powered analytics for its robotic security platforms, introducing a new capability called DroneIQ Overwatch. The feature will enhance Asylon’s existing DroneIQ…
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Norristown State Hospital Undergoing Major Changes, Upgrades
Norristown State Hospital is undergoing a major redesign and modernization, with 30 campus buildings being replaced and a new, large facility slated to begin construction in 2026, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The long-running hospital, which has seen shifts in the focus of its mission, already has several new facilities will be ready to…
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Retro Norristown Sandwich Shop Has Statewide Reputation for One, Single Menu Item
Regional signature dishes are common: Chicago deep-dish pizza; New England chowder; New York bagels. But Pennsylvanians excel at so many foods — cheesesteaks, scrapple, soft pretzels — it’s difficult to peg one as best. The Travel Maven may, however, have unearthed a statewide standout menu item from Eve’s Lunch, a Norristown sandwich shop. Eve’s excels…
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Pennsylvania American Water Secures PFAS Compliance in Audubon Just Weeks After Acquisition
Pennsylvania American Water‘s recently acquired Audubon system in Lower Providence Township now meets all current state standards for PFOS and PFOA (PFAS) and other water quality benchmarks. “Our company’s top priority is to deliver clean, safe and reliable water to our customers,” said Justin Brame, Senior Manager of Operations for Pennsylvania American Water. “We’re proud to report…
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Future of Norristown’s Elmwood Park Comes Into Focus with $40M Plan
Elmwood Park will soon undergo a dramatic transformation, writes Rachel Ravina for The Times Herald. During a recent Norristown Municipal Council work session, residents and officials received their first look at a comprehensive draft plan that reimagines the green space, featuring safety upgrades, new recreational amenities, and a proposed community center. The $40.6 million Elmwood…
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Tap Water You Can Trust: Norristown Water Treatment Plant Earns National Recognition
Pennsylvania American Water’s Norristown Water Treatment Plant, serving approximately 90,000 residents in the region, received a 10-year Presidents Award from the Partnership for Safe Water for achieving water quality excellence. The national awards, which honor efforts to continuously optimize water treatment plant and distribution system operation and performance, were recently announced by the American Water Works Association (AWWA). “Safe, clean, and…
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Cavan Sullivan Makes U.S. Open a Family Tradition
For Norristown‘s Cavan Sullivan and his brother Quinn, soccer isn’t just a sport, it’s a family heirloom passed from generation to generation, writes Jonathan Tannenwald for the Philadelphia Inquirer. With three Sullivan men now part of the U.S. Open Cup’s 111-year story, the legacy is alive and kicking. It started with Larry Sullivan, who laced…
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Lehigh Valley IronPigs Rebrand as ‘Tomato Pie’ with Help from Norristown’s Morabito Baking
Norristown’s Morabito Baking Co. is helping the Lehigh Valley IronPigs cook up something special this season, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The bakery is the driving force behind the team’s latest alternate identity: the Lehigh Valley Tomato Pie. The Phillies’ Triple-A affiliate will don the saucy new persona on May 23 during…
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Norristown’s Elmwood Park Zoo Pushes Plans for Major Redevelopment
Norristown officials are advancing plans to revitalize Elmwood Park Zoo, writes Jusitn Heinze for the Patch. The zoo aims to enhance the community space following recent natural disasters. A public meeting is scheduled for February 20 to discuss refined redevelopment strategies and gather community feedback. The proposed project includes expanding and reshaping the park to…
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Join Brian Dawkins Feb. 1 for the Eagles Pep Rally at Elmwood Park Zoo
Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown is hosting a Super Bowl-sized Eagles Pep Rally on Saturday, Feb. 1 from 11:00 AM-2:00 PM, featuring Football Hall of Famer, and Eagles Legend, Brian Dawkins. Admission to the event is included with regular paid Zoo admission. “We’re celebrating the NFC Champion Eagles ahead of their appearance at Super Bowl…
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The Montgomery County Prison in Norristown is a Monument to Architectural History
Norristown is home to the castle-like Montgomery County Prison. Pamela W. Reilly reflects on the historic structure in Pennsylvania Heritage. The prison was built in 1851 and stood as a symbol of historical significance on Airy Street. Prominent Philadelphia architect Napoleon LeBrun designed the Gothic Revival structure. LeBrun is also known for the Schuylkill County…
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Jeffersonville Golf Club Transformed Into One of Nation’s Best
Jeffersonville Golf Club in Norristown managed to transform from a dried-out, nondescript public course into one of the nation’s best veneus – but it did not happen overnight, writes Jack Hirsh for GOLF. Jeffersonville has a peak rate of $80 on the weekends, which earned it a place on GOLF’s inaugural list of America’s best golf courses you can play for…
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Norristown Native Geno Auriemma Cements Legacy as Winningest College Basketball Coach
Norristown native Geno Auriemma became the winningest coach in college basketball history on Wednesday with his 1,217th victory, reports Emma Baccellieri for Sports Illustrated. The milestone came with a decisive 85–41 win over Fairleigh Dickinson, celebrated by 63 alumnae spanning decades of UConn basketball. From benchwarmers to Olympians like Diana Taurasi, they all credited Auriemma…
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Kennedy-Kenrick High School Demolished to Make Room for New Homes
The former Kennedy-Kenrick Catholic High School in Norristown is being demolished to make way for a 325-unit multifamily residential complex, reports Rachel Ravina for The Times Herald. Developer Sarah Peck is leading the project, which will transform the 14.5-acre site located at 920 DeKalb Pike, 1910 Arch St., and 220 E. Johnson Highway. Bishop Kenrick…
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Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Kicks Off 10th Fall Freedom from Hunger Drive
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board’s (VFTCB) 10th Annual Fall Freedom from Hunger Drive kicked off with a kitchen takeover at Siloam Baptist Church in Norristown, the same location where the organization held its first-ever kitchen takeover to promote the drive. VFTCB staff, Montgomery County Community College Hospitality Institute Chefs, and Montgomery County Commissioner…
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Norristown’s Cavan Sullivan the Youngest Player in MLS History
Cavan Sullivan, a Norristown native, became the youngest player in MLS history after he got his first minutes during this week’s Philadelphia Union win against the New England Revolution, writes Ali Rampling for The Athletic. Sullivan, with 14 years and 293 days, beat the long-standing record that had been held by former U.S. international Freddy…
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