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Father-Son Entrepreneurs in Downingtown Create Customized Cleats for MLB Players
Ryan Stevens customized these cleats for Bryson Stott when the Phillies played in the London Classic. Phillies players Bryson Stott and Orion Kerkering wore custom cleats in the London Classic Series made by a father-son duo in Downingtown, writes Santiago Ortiz for Billy Penn at WHYY. Ryan Stevens started customizing...
Prison Art Program Is Restorative Art for Women in Prison
The 36 Foundation in Lansdale is giving incarcerated women an opportunity to express themselves through art, with its Crossing Fences' Prison Art Program. Crossing Fences’ Prison Art Program is a new program by the 365 Foundation in Lansdale that provides restorative art exhibitions for women in prisons and reentry facilities, reports IssueWire.
Retired Teacher Volunteers at Upper Merion Township Library As ‘English as a Second Language’ Class Instructor
Jean Olexy retired as a teacher years ago, but has since began teaching ESL classes at Upper Merion Township Library. Jean Olexy is an Upper Merion Township woman who volunteers her time to teach “English as a Second Language” courses, reports Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. After retiring from...
How Pottstown-born Trey Yesavage Became a Top MLB Draft Prospect
Pottstown-born Trey Yesavage, an East Carolina University pitcher, is one of the top MLB draft prospects in the nation. Pottstown-born Trey Yesavage, an East Carolina University pitcher, is one of the top MLB draft prospects in the nation, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Following the MLB Draft Combine...
Conshohocken Woman Who Started As a SEPTA Traffic Checker Now Runs Its Merchandise Store
Al’Lee Floyd, who grew up in Conshohocken, joined SEPTA part-time in 2017 as a traffic checker and now leads the SEPTA Store as its manager and manager of experiential design. Al’Lee Floyd, who grew up in Conshohocken, joined SEPTA part-time in 2017 as a traffic checker, writes Stephanie Farr...
Immaculata University’s Criminology Degree Shapes Alumna’s Journey to Policing
Immaculata University spotlights Criminology major Jasmine Hess ('23) and her journey to being sworn in as a Police Officer. When Criminology major Jasmine Hess ’23 needed to take a science class to fulfill a core curriculum requirement during her senior year at Immaculata, her Advisor, Lisa Brown, suggested Forensic Science. Brown knew Hess was interested in law enforcement and thought Hess would enjoy learning about crime scene investigations in the class.
Historic Ferris Wheel Returns to Phoenixville to Become 74-Foot Statue of Americana
Barbara Cohen of the Schuylkill River Heritage Center stands next to one of the Ferris wheel's carriages. Phoenixville Borough Council has formally reserved a location where a Ferris wheel — that was built with Phoenixville steel and served, for almost 100 years, as the signature feature of the boardwalk in Asbury Park, N.J. — will return to its birthplace to become “74-foot statue of Americana,” writes Jerry Carino for The Asbury Park Press.
Experience the Magic of the Philadelphia Folk Festival as a First-Time Attendee
The Philadelphia Folk Festival welcomes new attendees and four additional performers to its iconic grounds at the Old Pool Farm. The Philadelphia Folk Festival welcomes new attendees and four additional performers to its iconic grounds at the Old Pool Farm. The Festival is offering special discounts for all first-time attendees,...
Weekend Wanderer: Sometimes, I’m a Bad Parent
I chose La Salle University for grad school because, well, the school has some good-looking dudes. That’s it. That’s the only reason. I didn’t care that I’m not Catholic. I didn’t care about the distance. I didn’t even care about the tuition. I was paying...
West Chester University Students Who Are Parents Will Benefit from PA Department of Education Grant
WCU among the 12 universities to receive funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Education to help undergraduate students with children. West Chester University (WCU) is one of only 12 universities in Pennsylvania to receive grant funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) to help fund scholarships and programming for undergraduate students with children.
Philadelphia Offers a Dynamic Fusion of Cuisines, Culture and Creativity
Philadelphia has been attracting more visitors lately thanks to its dynamic fusion of diverse cuisines, cultures, and creativity. Once a tourist hotspot due to its political history, Philadelphia has been attracting more visitors lately thanks to its dynamic fusion of diverse cuisines, cultures, and creativity, writes Zoey Goto for National Geographic.
Local Chester County Teen is Dedicated to Giving Back to the Community Through His Nonprofit
Dom Pecora, center, started his bike repair business at just 10 years old. Today, he’s turned it into a nonprofit that donates bikes to local kids. When local Chester County teen Dom Pecora was 10 years old, he asked his mother for a brand-new YT Jeffsy, writes Karin Mallet for WFMZ 69 News.
Someone Lives in a Real Live Hobbit House in Chester County and It’s Awesome
A Chester County couple and West Chester architect have recreated a scene from The Shire by building a true-to-life hobbit house. Tucked away in the picturesque Chester County countryside is a true-to-life scene from Middle Earth. It’s an actual Hobbit House. Architect Peter Archer of West Chester’s Archer &...
Moselem Springs Golf Club Among Nation’s Hidden Gems
Moselem Springs Golf Club, located just north of Montgomery County, has earned its place among the hidden gems of golf courses in America. Moselem Springs Golf Club, located just north of Montgomery County, has earned its place among the hidden gems of golf courses in America, according to a staff report from Golfweek USA Today.
Longtime Doctor Leonard Bachman of Bryn Mawr Remembered for Public Health Advocacy
Leonard Bachman, formerly of Bryn Mawr, a former Pennsylvania secretary of health, retired U.S. Public Health Service officer, and former chief of anesthesiology at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, died on May 24 aged 99, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Bachman was also a longtime doctor, professor of...
First Bank House of the Week: Stately Jenkintown Stone Colonial
A stately stone colonial home on 0.59 acres with six bedrooms and six and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Jenkintown. This gorgeous residence offers unparalleled charm and elegance. It welcomes you with the gracious front-to-back foyer with inlaid hardwood floor throughout. . . Other highlights include a...
Partnership TMA Hosts Successful ‘Bike Ride and New Bike Lane Celebration’ Event
In a vibrant display of community spirit and sustainable transportation advocacy, the Partnership TMA hosted a successful “Bike Ride and New Bike Lane Celebration Event” last Tuesday, drawing over 50 cycling enthusiasts of all ages to Parkside Place Park in North Wales. The event commemorated the completion of...
Bryn Mawr Film Institute Survived the Pandemic and Continues Thriving Through Innovation
Bryn Mawr Film Institute relies on innovation to set itself apart from many other movie theaters which helped it survived COVID and continues to thrive today. Bryn Mawr Film Institute relies on innovation to set itself apart from many other movie theaters which helped it survived COVID, writes Paul Jablow for Main Line Today.
Manor College’s Practical Nursing Program Receives Approval for Fall 2024 Semester
Manor College receives approval from the Pennsylvania Board of Nursing to launch its Practical Nursing program beginning Fall 2024. Manor College has received final approval from the Pennsylvania Board of Nursing to launch its new Practical Nursing program beginning Fall 2024. “It’s a big relief,” said Dr. Marti Trudeau, the...
National Dog Show Tickets on Sale for Nov. 16-17 Event at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center
The Kennel Club of Philadelphia has set Saturday, Nov. 16, and Sunday, Nov. 17, as the dates for the 2024 National Dog Show weekend. The Kennel Club of Philadelphia has set Saturday, Nov. 16, and Sunday, Nov. 17, as the dates for the 2024 National Dog Show weekend at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center located at 100 Station Avenue in Oaks.
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