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Valley Forge Rev Run Raises $100K in Milestone 20th Year
Montgomery County’s Valley Forge Revolutionary Run hit a major milestone this year, celebrating its 20th year with both a strong turnout and record fundraising, writes The Times Herald. The event held at Valley Forge National Historical Park brought together more than 1,500 runners and walkers from 23 states and even the Netherlands. The run was…
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Dine Better All Year for $150: The Farmer’s Daughter Launches a VIP Club Worth Joining
If you already find yourself at The Farmer’s Daughter Restaurant at Normandy Farm a few times a year, it’s worth doing the math before your next visit. A VIP Club membership runs $150 annually, and it doesn’t take long to recoup that. The complimentary Sunday brunch for two alone is worth the better part of…
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Walmart Investing Big in Montco with Store Remodels and Faster Shopping Tech
Walmart is bringing a wave of upgrades to Montgomery County, with three local stores set to undergo renovations as part of a broader statewide modernization effort, writes Donna Rovins for The Reporter. The retail giant announced plans to remodel 32 stores across Pennsylvania, including locations in Lower Salford Township, Hatfield, and Cheltenham Township. The updates…
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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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Ardmore Toyota Provides Free Repairs to Grieving Mother’s Cherished Vehicle
Sharon Khan, who runs the Elora J Khan Foundation, named after her late daughter, received an unexpected helping hand with her vehicle from Ardmore Toyota, reports Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. The foundation supports families with children battling brain cancer, while also hosting events, honoring local educators, offering scholarships, and organizing sporting events, among many other…
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Main Line Health to Close Women’s Wellness Center in King of Prussia
A specialized behavioral health program serving Montgomery County residents is set to close its doors, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Main Line Health announced it will shut down its Women’s Emotional Wellness Center, including its King of Prussia location, on June 8. The health network cites staffing challenges and financial pressures. The center…
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Bala Cynwyd’s City Avenue Transformation Continues with The Blayr
The Blayr, a 217-unit apartment building at the former Lord & Taylor location, has officially opened, bringing new residents and retail space to Bala Cynwyd, according to Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Federal Realty project adds not only housing but nearly 19,000 square feet of ground-floor retail. Amenities include a pool, golf simulator,…
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A Norristown Native Is Building a Film Scene Right at Home
For aspiring filmmakers in Montgomery County, breaking into the industry can feel out of reach. One Norristown native is working to change that, according to The Reporter. Nate Reynolds launched the Black Lion Indie Film Festival to create opportunities for creatives closer to home. The festival returns for its third year, May 1 through 3…
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Ursinus Expands Graduate Opportunities with New Partnership with the University of Rochester
Ursinus College has signed a new affiliation agreement with Simon Business School at the University of Rochester in New York. The five-year Business Master’s Pathway program offers students a streamlined route into one of Simon’s five full-time master’s programs — accounting, finance, business analytics, marketing analytics, and artificial intelligence in business. “The 4+1 partnership between…
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New King of Prussia Showroom Lets Shoppers Test ‘World’s Greatest Modular Sofa’
King of Prussia continues to grow as a retail destination, with Los Angeles-based 7th Avenue opening a new experiential showroom at the mall this month, the retailer announced in a press release. The appointment-first showroom officially opens April 17 and is designed to give customers a hands-on look at the brand’s modular sofas. The expansion…
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New Red Light Cameras Go Live in Lower Merion — Here’s What Drivers Need to Know
Drivers traveling through Lower Merion Township will want to pay closer attention at one of the Main Line’s busiest intersections, as new red light cameras are now active at Remington Road and Lancaster Avenue, writes Michael Tanenbaum for The Philly Voice. The cameras officially went live this week, marking the township’s first step into automated…
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Data Center Debate Heats Up in Limerick as Secrecy Concerns Surface
Concerns of transparency circle the proposed data center debate in Limerick Township, according to Ford Turner for The Center Square. Township officials declined to sign a non-disclosure agreement tied to the project, opting instead to keep discussions public. The proposal calls for eight two-story buildings spanning roughly 2.8 million square feet near Pottstown, along with…
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Montco Federal Donuts Location Shuts Down as Brand Regroups
Federal Donuts & Chicken is reshaping its footprint, and Montco is feeling the impact, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The popular Philadelphia-born chain has closed several locations tied to a major franchise group, including its recently opened Willow Grove shop. The closures come as the company works to regain control of its operations…
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Ursinus College Officially Appoints Gundolf Graml as President
Following a successful period of interim leadership, the Ursinus College Board of Trustees has appointed Gundolf Graml, Ph.D., as the 20th president of Ursinus College, effective immediately. Graml has served as interim president after serving as the senior academic administrator at Ursinus since 2024. Ursinus representatives said that the appointment reflects the board’s strong confidence…
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King of Prussia’s Victus Teams Up to Change MLB Bat Design
King of Prussia bat-making company, Victus Sports, is making major moves as baseball’s latest equipment innovation gains traction across the sport, according to a press release. Victus, alongside parent company Marucci Sports, has entered a multi-year agreement with Axe Bat to expand Axe Handle Technology across its wood bat lineup. The partnership builds on Victus’…
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Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant Returns to Huntingdon Valley After Fall Shutdown
The Huntingdon Valley location of the former Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is making a comeback as one of five sites that have now been scheduled to reopen after a Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing, writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. The once-popular spot, located at 785 Huntingdon Pike, closed in the fall when the chain…
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Costco Eyes Alcohol Sales at King of Prussia Store
Shoppers at King of Prussia’s Costco may soon be able to add wine or beer to their bulk-buy runs, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The retail giant is working to expand alcohol sales in Pennsylvania, including plans tied to its King of Prussia location through a pending liquor license transfer within Upper Merion…
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SEPTA Makes Plans That Could Reshape Montco Living
Montgomery County communities are at the center of SEPTA’s latest strategy to reshape how and where people live near transit, writes Thomas Fitzgerald for The Philadelphia Inquirer. SEPTA is leveraging land it owns to partner with developers on transit-oriented housing projects. Major plans are already underway in Ambler and Conshohocken. The goal is to increase…
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