Montgomery County
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A Planned GSK Expansion Pushes Company Beyond Montgomery County
GlaxoSmithKline, the London-based pharmaceutical giant with a substantial presence in Montgomery County and Philadelphia, announced a landmark investment of up to $800 million to expand its Pennsylvania manufacturing operations, reports John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. This new GSK expansion, located in Marietta, Lancaster County, marks GSK’s largest U.S. manufacturing investment to date and…
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Norristown Native Quinn Sullivan Secures Promising Contract Extension with Philadelphia Union
Securing the future of Norristown native Quinn Sullivan was a top offseason priority for the Philadelphia Union, reports Matthew DeGeorge for The Reporter. This led to a swift contract extension. The talented player has signed a new deal that runs through 2027, with a team option for 2028. Sullivan had an impressive breakout season, standing…
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Lambertville Bakehouse Celebrates Reopening with Locally-Sourced Delights
The Lambertville Bakehouse officially re-opened its doors on Friday, Sept. 6, reports Jeff Werner for the Patch. The bakery is under the direction of pastry chef Justin Dwyer and his partner Aastha Aron. After relocating from Manhattan, the duo offers a menu featuring classic baked goods made from locally-sourced ingredients. Their opening menu includes fresh…
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Governor Shapiro Forgets ID, Denied Alcohol
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro was ironically the first to be denied an alcoholic beverage under a new state law expanding access to canned cocktails, reports Elizabeth Crisp for The Hill. During an event at Rutter’s convenience store in Central PA, the 51-year-old Abington native tried to purchase Surfside tea and vodka but was refused because…
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This Local Amusement Park Was Once the Region’s Favorite Family Destination
After opening in the mid-1890s, Willow Grove Park quickly turned out to be a draw for residents from both the densely-populated Philadelphia neighborhoods and the city’s pastoral suburbs, writes Stacia Friedman for Hidden City Philadelphia. The amusement park was started by owners of local trolley companies who were looking to promote their lines. In 1896,…
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Fall Adventure Awaits on These Montgomery County Trails
Fall in Montgomery County is perfect for a hike through a scenic trail. Maureen Rayburn highlighted these trails for a great autumn walk for MSN. Autumn brings cooler temperatures, crisp air, and vibrant colors – the perfect elements for an outdoor adventure. The crunch of leaves under foot and warm sunlight filtering through orange and…
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Blue Route Shoulder Expansion Could Ease Montco Traffic Jams
Traffic on the Blue Route is a constant source of frustration for commuters, reports Michael Tanenbaum for the Philly Voice. The 20-mile part of Interstate 476 in Delaware and Montgomery counties is prone to frequent jams during rush hour. The expressway links Interstate 95 to the Pennsylvania Turnpike and the Northeast Extension. On a typical…
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Born to Fan: These Montco Families Celebrate Bruce Springsteen Together
For these Mongomery County natives, following Bruce Springsteen is a family tradition, reports Rosa Cartagena for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Bruce Springsteen performed at Citizens Bank Park on Wednesday night, and intergenerational superfans from all over flocked to South Philly to see him. With Bruce in town, Montco fans recall what the Boss means to their…
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Lower Merion School District to Sell Historic 10-Acre Estate to Conservation Group
Land purchased by the Lower Merion School District in 2019 will once again be sold, reports Frank Kimmel and Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Board originally planned to use the land for athletic fields for Black Rock Middle School. Instead, they voted unanimously on Monday to sell the land to Natural Lands, a…
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Montgomery County Implements Free Menstrual Products Policy to Help Women in Need
Montgomery County now offers free tampons and other menstrual products in all of its government facilities including public houses and parks, reports Beatrice Forman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The policy was announced Monday and went into immediate effect. Jamilla Winder, chair of the County Board of Commissioners, led the project. “It was the right thing…
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Rise in Montco Democrats Could Sway Election
Montgomery County and the surrounding suburbs are seeing a surge in registered Democrats as the population increases, reports Katie Bernard and Assem Shukla for The Philadelphia Inquirer. This surge could benefit Kamala Harris in November. Recent trends show that the more rural areas of Montco, Chester, and Bucks County are seeing a rise in population.…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Installs PFAS Treatment System at Montgomery County Well Station
Aqua Pennsylvania has completed the PFAS treatment system installation at its Perkiomen Woods well station in Montgomery County. This is the fourth PFAS treatment facility that Aqua Pennsylvania has completed and placed into operation since 2018, all of which meet the new PFAS national drinking water standard. This new system removes PFAS from drinking water…
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All-Natural Haircare Startup in Montco Poised for Expansion with Huge Funding
Naturaz, a haircare line for women with curly hair, has secured funding from local investors, writes Ryan Mulligan of the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Montco startup has raised $1 million so far, half in the month of July. The majority of the funding comes from the Philadelphia Community Impact Fund and the Bucks County Industrial…
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10 Years In and Spotted Lanternfly Damage is Less Than Expected
It’s been ten years since the spotted lanternfly invaded Pennsylvania, and things are not as dire as thought when the invasive pest was first discovered in Berks County, writes Henry Savage for The Harrisburg Patriot-News. Researchers feared that the bugs would devastate the state’s robust farming, lumber, and grape industries. A 2019 study projected annual damages of up to $324…
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Raising Cane’s to Open Two New Montgomery County Locations
Raising Cane’s is planning on opening twelve new restaurants in Greater Philadelphia over the next three-and-a-half years, and two will be in Montgomery County, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Baton Rouge, Louisiana-based chain has been rapidly expanding and has opened ten locations in the Philadelphia region since May 2022, with six…
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Montco’s Famous Duo Hall & Oates Returning to Philadelphia Area – But Separately
Hall & Oates, one of the most famous duos from Montgomery County, are returning to the Philadelphia area, but not together, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. In the 1980s, Hall and Oates enjoyed a massively successful musical marriage with hits such as “Maneater” and “Private Eyes.” But four decades later, their relationship is on…
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Jefferson Health Receives ‘Transformational’ Gift from Bruce and Robbi Toll Foundation
Jefferson Health has received a gift from the Bruce and Robbi Toll Foundation the health system is calling “transformational,” writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The donation — the amount of which is being kept confidential — will be used to establish the Bruce and Robbi Toll Heart and Vascular Institute. According to…
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Deeper Look into Penn State Research on Natural Predators of Spotted Lanternfly
Penn State researchers have started a search for native birds and insects that kill and eat spotted lanternfly, the Asia-native insect that has been wreaking havoc throughout Pennsylvania, writes Marcus Schneck for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. “Because the spotted lanternfly is a non-native insect, it doesn’t have natural enemies in the U.S. to keep its numbers…
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