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Here Are Some of the Top Places to Tee Off in Montgomery County
It’s summertime and that means planning some fun trips, right? If you love to play golf, one of these Montgomery County golf itineraries might be just the perfect getaway for you. Each itinerary includes one of the top golf courses in the area as well as comfortable lodging and prime places to dine and enjoy…
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Immaculata University Adds New Associate Degree in Social Services
Immaculata University is offering an associate degree in social services starting in fall 2023. This degree provides a foundation for students to pursue opportunities in social and human services such as education, psychology, and social work. The coursework focuses on developing students’ knowledge of social and human services and includes an interdisciplinary curriculum that addresses professional…
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Chester Street Named for Rev. Margaret L. Wortham, Well Remembered for Her Kindness
A street in Chester was renamed Sunday after The Rev. Margaret L Wortham, a pioneer and a woman of generosity who helped the city, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. “This is what we want: to never forget her legacy,” the Rev. Catherine Jacobs said of her mother. “She had a heart for…
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Top WNBA Players Includes Broomall Activist Natasha Cloud
Nowadays, it’s easy to find a large amount of star power from the Philadelphia region playing in the WNBA. But history shows there’s been a long tradition of players from the region in the league, writes Jonathan Tannenwald for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Now there’s a top 10 ranked list of the best WNBA players covering…
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Colonna Contemporary Finds Itself Home in Downtown Wayne
Historic Louella Court in Wayne is home to Colonna Contemporary, an art gallery that incorporates digital and traditional art, writes Caroline O’Halloran for Savvy Main Line. “My vision is to bridge the worlds of traditional and digital art – from pigment to pixel,” owner Michele Colonna said. He chose Wayne for his gallery because it…
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Philadelphia Navy Yard to Become Home to New Frigate Land-Based Engineering Site
Construction is currently underway inside the building that was once a World War II aircraft factory at the Philadelphia Navy Yard on the engineering site that will teach future generations of U.S. Navy sailors how to operate the systems aboard the new Constellation-class frigate, writes Mallory Shelbourne for the USNI News. The Philadelphia Navy Yard…
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The Newest Ice Cream Shop in Narberth Is Run by Local Teens
The newest ice cream shop in Narberth, Narberth Scoops, which opened in the former Village Treats location, is owned and operated by a group of local high schoolers, writes Max Bennett for the Patch. Because it is run by students, Narberth Scoops, which officially opened its doors on June 3 at 236 Haverford Avenue, was…
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West Chester’s BMW, Mini Dealership Purchased by Piazza Auto Group
An auto group in West Chester is dominating Wilmington Pike. Piazza Auto Group recently paid $30.7 million for the BMW of West Chester and Mini of West Chester. The 6.8-acre property, located near Penn Oaks Golf Club, originally opened in 1968, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Piazza purchased Mercedes-Benz of West…
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Cheltenham Resident and Owner of Beloved Ocean City Inn Remembered
Frank Osborne, a longtime Cheltenham resident, track coach, and owner of Osborne’s Inn in Ocean City, recently passed away at the age of 81, writes Eddie Davis for 97.3 ESPN South Jersey. Osborne and his wife, Peggy Ann, operated their New Jersey inn for half a century. He loved how the 100-year-old house with its…
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Immaculata University Offering Supportive Transfer Pathways to Cabrini Students
With the announced closing of Cabrini University after the 2023-24 academic year, Immaculata University has created supportive pathways to enable Cabrini students to easily transfer to Immaculata. Recognizing that students and parents are disheartened and understandably concerned by the news of Cabrini’s impending closure, the Immaculata administration analyzed academic programs, tuition structures, and admissions processes to devise…
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An Act of Charity in Media Created the Student-Run Food4Philly
Ethan Chan was a high school freshman living in Media when he saw his suburban neighbors struggling to get by in the pandemic, writes Nate File for The Philadelphia Inquirer. He and his sister, Megan, delivered letters in the neighborhood asking for donations. A week later, his family drove around to collect the food and…
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Upper Darby’s The Wardrobe Partners With Helpsy for Free Clothes Pickup
Folks in Chester, Bucks and Montgomery Counties looking to donate old clothes can now get free clothing pickups thanks to a partnership between the nonprofit Helpsy and The Wardrobe in Upper Darby and Philadelphia, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Those wishing to donate can visit the Helpsy website and put in their address. …
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Chester Charter Students Spend Four Days at Neumann University
More than 25 juniors from Chester Charter Scholars Academy got a taste of college life at Neumann University from June 19-22, as part of their participation in the Philadelphia Union Foundation’s iAM Project. The Chester Charter Scholars Academy students slept in the dorms and ate in the dining hall. They explored the 133-acre campus and…
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Pennsylvania Ranks Among Best States for Minority Entrepreneurs
Pennsylvania is one of the best states in the United States for minority entrepreneurs to succeed, according to a new study recently released by Lendio. Lendio analyzed seven key metrics to determine the best and worst states for minority entrepreneurs, including access to small business loans and the business ownership rate. The Keystone State was…
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Immaculata’s Higher Education Doctoral Program Helps Professionals Fulfill Dreams of Leadership and Learning
When working professionals seek to advance their careers, gain experience in their fields, and feel a calling to the world of academia, they have turned to Immaculata University for a doctorate in Higher Education. Since the program’s first graduating class in 2015, more than 65 alumni have earned teaching and administrative positions in numerous colleges…
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Navigating Choppy Seas — How To Stay Afloat In A Sea Of Economic Turbulence
The global financial landscape is currently facing several challenges. Rising inflation, the war in Ukraine, possible US default, and the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hikes all contribute to a volatile and uncertain market. The current, economic turbulence includes: Rising Sea of Inflation Inflation is rising in many countries, making buying goods and services more expensive…
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City Ave District’s Seasonal Farmers Market Returns with a New Day & Time
A sure sign of the summer season, the Bala Cynwyd Farmers Market has returned. This year’s seasonal market will be held every Thursday through November 23, at One Belmont Avenue, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. This year’s vendor selection will boast an array of rotating local artists and artisans, food trucks, and farm vendors…
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Pottstown Home to One of the 15 Most Expensive High Schools in America
Education in the United States wears many price tags, but one local high school is among those that will break the bank for learning, writes Michael Rivera for the Southwest Journal. The Hill School in Pottstown has an annual tuition fee of $61,410, which is the sixth-highest tuition in the country. The school is also…
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