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Montco Brewery Crafts Several of Pennsylvania’s Highest Rated IPAs
The strength of Montgomery County’s craft beer scene is proven once again, with Tired Hands Brewing Company in Ardmore producing five of the 29 highest-rated IPAs in Pennsylvania, according to a report from Stacker. Stacker compiled the list using data from BeerAdvocate. The highest rated beer is Double Milkshake IPA – EXTRA Vanilla in second…
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After 40 Years, Dominic’s Shoe Repair in Bensalem Faces Uncertain Future
Dominic’s Shoe Repair, a fixture in Bensalem for nearly 40 years, now faces an uncertain future, writes JD Mullane for Bucks County Courier Times. Dominic Mormando, 83, who has spent more than half a century perfecting his craft as one of Bucks County’s last old-time shoemakers, may have to close his beloved shop due to…
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IKEA Completes Small Home Project to Help Combat Affordable Housing Crisis
IKEA, headquartered in Conshohocken, alongside WestEast Design Group & Social Impact Studio, has completed a 365 sq ft Small Home for Towne Twin Village, San Antonio’s first single-site permanent supportive housing project. The home, built using sustainable materials, embraces trauma-informed design (TID) principles to foster healing, minimize re-traumatization risks, and enhance well-being. “Our vision of…
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TikTok Star Loren Gray Shares the Struggles of Owning a 300-year-old Pennsylvania Farmhouse
TikTok star and Pottstown native Loren Gray has shared insights into her life since moving into a 300-year-old, formerly abandoned farmhouse in Pennsylvania, writes Marianne Garvey for Realtor.com. In 2022, she purchased the property which had been neglected for years until a contractor restored it. Gray expressed admiration for maintaining the house’s historical integrity, calling…
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Election Cyberattacks Stopped in Their Tracks By Montgomery County’s IT Department
Montgomery County successfully defended against over 1 million election cyberattack attempts, writes Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. Election Board Chairman Neil Makhija reported that approximately 600,000 of these intrusion attempts originated from Russia and Bulgaria. The county’s IT department’s security measures prevented any breaches. “Thankfully, we have a firewall that is successful, and we have…
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Conshohocken-based Cencora CEO Names Two Outsiders to Leadership Team
Bob Mauch, CEO of Conshohocken-based Cencora, has added two outsiders to the company’s leadership team in one of his first major public moves since he took over last month, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Francois Mandeville is the company’s new executive vice president for strategy and mergers and acquisitions. Pawan Verma joined…
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Meet Lori Shapiro, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s Wife
Lori Shapiro has stood by Pennsylvania Governor and Upper Dublin native Josh Shapiro’s side ever since his teenage years, supporting him throughout his rise to the Governor’s Residence, writes Rebecca Aizin for People. The couple have been married for 27 years and have four children together – Sophia, Jonah, Max, and Reuben. Shapiro is a…
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Bryn Mawr Native Kat Dennings is a Voice for Those Who Suffer from Migraines
Actress and Bryn Mawr native Kat Dennings uses her platform to advocate for those who suffer from migraines, reports Cathy Cassata for Heathline. Known for her roles in Marvel films and “2 Broke Girls,” Dennings has battled with the chronic illness since she was 12. She recalls times of debilitating pain so intense that she…
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This Yardley Coffee Shop Among Top Picks in the Philly Suburbs
One local cafe is among the top coffee spots in the Philadelphia suburbs, guaranteed to satisfy your coffee or tea cravings with creative drinks, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Pretty Bird Coffee in Yardley offers a selection of signature brews that range from Nicaraguan-Colombian light roasts to single origins roasted in their own…
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Two Montgomery County Executives Join Phillies Ownership Group as Limited Partners
Phillies CEO and Bryn Mawr resident John Middleton recently announced that two Montgomery County executives would join the team’s ownership group. The Phillies welcome Mitchell L. Morgan and Guntram J. Weissenberger Jr. Morgan is the founder, chairman, and chief executive officer of Morgan Properties, a leading real estate investment management firm based in Conshohocken. Morgan…
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Record Drought Poses Significant Threat to Philadelphia Region’s Trees
The record drought in the Philadelphia region is posing a significant threat to the health of local trees already off schedule with their leaf drop, writes Justin Udo for KYW Newsradio. “The way things have been going, trees have been holding their leaves a lot longer into the season, so seeing them drop in October…
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BET Investments Plan Major Developments in Conshohocken
BET Investments recently acquired the 16-acre Conshohocken Ridge Corporate Center for $17 million, reports Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company plans to redevelop the site into a mixed-use community featuring up to 200 apartments, retail space, and retaining some office space. BET aims to create a vibrant environment similar to its successful…
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Wawa Closes Its First Drive-Thru in Falls Township
The first Wawa drive-thru closed location earlier this week, writes Graysen Golter for The Morning Call. The site opened three years ago at West Trenton Avenue and Pine Grove Road in Falls Township, next to an existing Wawa store. It was introduced during the pandemic as the Delaware County-based company’s new concept. Wawa’s other drive-thru…
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Eagles Stars Play Merion Golf Course with President Obama, Discussing Leadership and Talking Trash
Ardmore’s Merion Golf Club hosted a memorable day of golf for Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, running back Saquon Barkley, team owner Jeffrey Lurie, and former President Barack Obama, writes the Associated Press. Hurts was unable to play due to the terms of his $255 million contract. However, he still relished the experience of walking the…
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Montgomery County Expects Record Turnout for Mail-In Ballots
Montgomery County has received over 134,000 mail-in ballots, with 193,220 approved applications, writes Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. Officials anticipate historic voter turnout, with 60% of mail-in ballots already submitted, a significant improvement from past elections. County Commissioner Vice Chairman Neil Makhija emphasized the importance of timely ballot returns. “We’re getting to the point where…
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Collegeville ‘Mombies’ Perform ‘Thriller’ Dance for Unite for HER
Decked out in full zombie makeup, Collegeville ‘mombies’ took to the streets on Monday night to perform Michael Jackson’s iconic Thriller dance and raise money for a West Chester-based charity, reports 6abc. Local moms busted out some serious moves to help raise both awareness and funds for “Unite for HER,” a charity providing support to…
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Eagles Founder and Football Legend Bert Bell Honored in Bronze at UPenn
Fans gathered to honor Narberth native and football visionary Bert Bell ahead of the Penn vs Yale game at Franklin Field last Friday, reports Mary Brown for Main Line Times & Suburban. The evening began with a ceremony in the Li Family Auditorium, where Bell’s son, Upton Bell, spoke about his father’s legacy before the…
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The Conshohocken Italian Bakery Closed, Leaves Local Sandwich Shops Reeling
After 51 years, Conshohocken Italian Bakery closed its doors for good on Sunday, leaving a significant hole in the Philadelphia area’s sandwich scene, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. For generations, the popular bakery supplied rolls to hundreds of shops in the region that make everything from cheesesteaks and roast porks to chicken Parms…
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