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St. Joe’s Closes Merger with Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Saint Joseph’s University recently closed its merger with Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences and is looking forward to future growth across its campuses, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. This is the university’s second merger in just a couple of years. St. Joe’s closed its merger with the University of the Sciences in June…
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Local Musicians Record Song Written by Chopper 6 Photographer as a ‘Loving Tribute’
The week before he passed in the Chopper 6 crash, late photographer Chris Dougherty, uploaded on YouTube a performance of his song, “Candy Cane Lane,” writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. To honor Dougherty and his musical talent, local musicians led by Tommy Conwell, frontman of Tommy Conwell and the Young Rumblers recorded a version of…
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Toll Brothers to Build 358 Homes on 140 acres in North Carolina
Montgomery County-based luxury homebuilder Toll Brothers has plans to build 358 homes on 140 acres in North Carolina, writes Collin Huguley for Charlotte Business Journal. Toll Brothers, based in Fort Washington, recently acquired the land in Huntersville which is just outside Charlotte. The company bought the land for just over $15 million through an affiliated…
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Montco Native John Oates Says He Has ‘Moved on’ From Hall & Oates Days
John Oates, one part of the iconic duo Hall & Oates, says that he is really proud of his work with bandmate Daryll Hall, but that he is ready to “move on” to something different, writes Ilana Kaplan for People. “I’m really proud of what Daryl and I created together,” Oates said on David Yontef’s…
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Peirce College Graduate and 1865 Law Journal Editor Uses Her Education to Help Others
Lisa Effrig Lagreca is a Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies Peirce College graduate. She was also a student-editor of The 1865: the Peirce College Law Journal. Lagreca shares her educational journey and why she wanted to pursue law in the interview below. Where are you from? I am a Bucks County native; however, I currently…
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Bradley Cooper Understood the Conflicts of the Heart Even Back in High School
Bradley Cooper’s star may have skyrocketed since his days at Germantown Academy in Fort Washington, writes Chuck Arnold for The New York Post, but he had heartthrob potential even then. Arnold was first introduced to Cooper in 1993 when the then high school senior wrote a column titled “When best friends cross the line,” which…
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Peirce College Student Wins Paradigm Scholarship for Working Women
Jennifer LeBold, an organizational leadership student at Peirce College and a full-time senior resource coordinator, is one of the recipients of the Paradigm Scholarship for Working Women. As an employee of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, LeBold learned about Peirce College from her Administrative Director, Dr. Susan Delaney, who encouraged her to apply. She ultimately…
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A Popular Canadian Coffee Chain Is Looking to Expand in Greater Philadelphia
Tim Hortons, a popular Canadian coffee chain, is looking to grow its presence in the Greater Philadelphia region, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The chain recently opened its fifth New Jersey store in Cinnaminson, New Jersey at the end of November. There is also a Tim Hortons coffee shop in Stratford at…
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Narberth Native Kylie Kelce Co-Hosts Holiday Party for Eagles Wives, Girlfriends
Kylie Kelce, a Narberth native, recently co-hosted a holiday party for Eagles wives and girlfriends, writes Natasha Dye for People. She co-hosted the festive party with fellow Eagles wives Annie Elliott and Jordan Britt Lovato. The Philly-themed party was held at the home of Eagles linebacker Rick Lovato and his wife Jordan Britt Lovato. The…
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Treat Yourself to a Little Getaway at One of These Main Line Hotels or B&Bs
Who says you must travel far away to get a little break from your responsibilities? Rest and relaxation can be found right here in Montgomery County and the Main Line, writes the staff at Main Line Today. Here is a sampling of some of the great Main Line hotels found close to home. Mainstay Inn184…
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Lower Merion School Board and Township Solidify Deal with Haverford on Polo Field
The Polo Field in Haverford has been at the center of a long debate that is finally coming to an end, writes Richard Ilgenfritz for Mainline Media News. Lower Merion, Lower Merion Schools, and Haverford have finalized a deal where Haverford will own Polo Field, but both Haverford and Lower Merion will be able to…
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One of Area’s Most Famous Duos Is Clashing, and It’s in Court
One of Montgomery County’s most famous duos, Hall & Oates, is on the outs, and it seems to be serious as Hall is taking Oates to court, write Patrick Rapa and Sandy Hingston for the Philadelphia Magazine. Daryl Hall, who grew up near Pottstown, and John Oates, a North Wales native, have eight platinum records…
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King of Prussia Mall Adding 20 More Stores in 2024 As It Attracts More Luxury Brands
The King of Prussia Mall owned by Simon Property Group has been growing by leaps and bounds in the past couple of years with 41 new store openings, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia Business Journal. Business has been booming with combined sales for the year of more than $1 billion, and Mall General Manager Bob…
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Review of Philadelphia Eagles’ New Christmas Album Calls Kelce, Mailata and Johnson ‘Holiday Angels’
Philadelphia Eagles’ Jason Kelce, Jordan Mailata and Lane Johnson are back with another Christmas album and Billy Penn’s Asha Prihar got the chance to check it out before its official release date. Last year’s album “A Philly Special Christmas” was a big hit making the Billboard charts and raising $1.25 million for charity. The new…
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Amelia Earhart Once Spent Time at This Local 150 Year-Old Estate
Across from Penn State Abington campus, sits a 120-year-old estate originally owned by inventor Walter Herring and built in 1903, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. The 500-acre Abington property has had some illustrious visitors over the years including aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart while she was a student at the Ogontz School for Young…
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A ‘Unique’ Experience: Eataly Coming to King of Prussia Mall in 2025
King of Prussia Mall General Manager Bob Hart recently shared an update on an upcoming new addition to the mall. Eataly, an Italian food and dining emporium, will open in King of Prussia Mall in 2025, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia Business Journal. It will be Eataly’s first Philadelphia-area location. The marketplace will require 23,000…
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King of Prussia Mall Has New Sweet Offering for When You’re Craving Chocolate
A new Venchi chocolate boutique is now open in the King of Prussia Mall, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The “chocogelateria” sells a variety of chocolates made in Italy as well as gelato, Italian coffees and crepes made with a special spread of hazelnut and chocolate dispensed from a chocolate fountain. Types…
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Powerful Storytelling: Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media Fall Fest Coming to Montgomery County
Every November Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media kicks off its Fall Fest with film screenings and exclusive digital content, highlighting Jewish storytelling from all around the world, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. This year, from November 11th through the 18th, Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media will premiere eight new films, a mix of…
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