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Stay Clear of The Most Dangerous Intersection in Philadelphia, PA
Driving in Philadelphia during your work commute is for sure not the easiest task. If you’re a Philadelphia resident or a commuter who finds themselves sitting in Philly traffic every morning, there’s a specific spot on the roads that you need to keep your eyes peeled at all times.
Nine Montgomery County High Schools are the Top 50 in Pennsylvania
Nine Montgomery County high schools are among the top 50 in Pennsylvania, according to the U.S. News & World Report. Nine Montgomery County high schools are among the top 50 in Pennsylvania, according to the 2023-2024 Best High Schools list from U.S. News & World Report. The rankings were based...
Two bridges in Cheltenham and Abington to be replaced, construction to begin this winter
Montgomery County officials approved a series of bids and request for proposals, among them the replacement of County Bridge No. 56, located along Rices Mill Road over the Tacony Creek in Cheltenham Township and County Bridge No. 44, located along Moredon Road over the Pennypack Creek in Abington Township, The Reporter said.
Colony of honeybees take over Montgomery County school; 3 classrooms closed
A colony of honeybees has taken over class at North Penn High School in Lansdale."When pressured, they can and will sting. So in a classroom is not the place for honeybees," says beekeeper Craig MacCorkle.Up on the rooftop of a warehouse in Philadelphia's Tacony neighborhood, there's an apiary belonging to Liberty Bell Beekeepers. A spot is waiting for the colony of honeybees that have been buzzing at North Penn High.Three classrooms have been shut off to students as a precaution after school started this week.Thousands of bees entered through a small hole in the school's facade and set up shop."Right...
Montgomery County Visitors React to New Ocean City Rules for Teens
Following Memorial Day weekend, Ocean City is implementing new rules aimed at reining in rowdy teens, but some visitors find them too strict. Following a Memorial Day weekend of chaos, Ocean City officials have decided to implement new rules aimed at reining in rowdy teens, and some Montgomery County visitors think they are being too strict, writes Chris O’Connell for Fox 29 Philadelphia.
Weekend-long car show begins n MontCo
POTTSTOWN, Pa. -- A weekend-long car show is underway in Pottstown, Montgomery County. L'oe Show held a bike ride and brunch Friday morning. On Saturday, visitors can enjoy a car and coffee event, group meet-ups and more. The Main Show closes the weekend on Sunday. There will be prizes, special...
Interstate 476 Upgrades Set to Begin: Expect Major Delays
WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced upcoming paving and utility construction on Interstate 476. This $63.7 million project aims to enhance nearly 17 miles of the interstate, spanning from the Schuylkill Expressway in West Conshohocken to I-95 in Ridley Township. Starting Tuesday, September...
A Montgomery County Trail Was Crowned Pennsylvania’s Most Beautiful Trail
The Schuylkill River Trail has been rated one of the most beautiful trails in the state. The Schuylkill River Trail, which runs through Montgomery County, took the top spot among 16 trails in Pennsylvania that Visit PA claims will leave you breathless, writes Greg Williams for The Sentinel. “When is...
Penn Medicine Completes Purchase of 12-Acre Parcel in Montgomery Township
Gwynmont Farms residents in Montgomery Township have a new chapter in the saga that is Penn Medicine’s proposal of a four-story, 150,000-square-foot ambulatory medical outpatient facility and adjacent 52,000-square-foot parking garage next to their neighborhood. According to Montco.Today and the Philadelphia Business Journal, the health system now owns the...
Rescheduled Frankie Valli Tribute Show Comes to Doylestown Wednesday Night
DOYLESTOWN, PA—The Frankie Valli tribute show scheduled for early August will come to town this week (weather permitting), bringing tight harmonies and lots of choreographed dance moves to Doylestown’s summer music series on Wednesday night. The band Lights Out will play songs from Valli’s solo career and his time with the Four Seasons, as well as other music from that time period. Expect to hear songs like “Sherry,” “Walk Like a Man,” “My Eyes Adored You,” “Who Loves You,” and more at the show that was originally scheduled for Aug. 7.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE...
Philly Gas Commission passes rules that limit public participation in PGW budget process
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Doylestown Arts Festival Returns Next Weekend: Your Guide to the Event
DOYLESTOWN, PA—When the Doylestown Arts Festival comes back to town next weekend, the streets of Doylestown will be packed with 160-plus artists exhibiting their work. And while some of the artists will be familiar to people who have attended the event before, there will also be plenty of new faces—and new types of art—at this year’s event. Festival organizers say their goal is to give people attending the free two-day event, which runs Sept. 7-8, a mix of the familiar and the new. “We're looking to create a very similar experience that people have come to know...
PennDOT, Parker administration displace about 30 people in I-95 encampment sweep
Last week, Michael Hurd woke up under the I-95 overpass at Girard Avenue surrounded by state officials, Philly police, city staff, trucks, and a bulldozer. The cleanup was organized by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) “in conjunction with staff from the City of Philadelphia,” according to a PennDOT spokesperson.
Mount Laurel Community Reacts to Sentencing After Viral Racist Incident (video)
A Burlington County community in New Jersey is finally finding peace after a long and turbulent period following a racist incident that went viral two years ago. Edward Matthews, the man at the center of the controversy, has been sentenced to eight years in prison. The sentencing brings closure to an episode that deeply impacted the Mount Laurel neighborhood and sparked wider conversations about racial intolerance and justice.
Upper Moreland Historical Assocation to host Willow Grove Park panel discussion on Sept 24
The Upper Moreland Historical Assocation will host a Willow Grove Park panel discussion on Tuesday, September 24 at 7:30pm. The event will feature experts, former employees and enthusiasts of the park. More details in the flyer below:. For all the latest news, follow us on Facebook or sign up for...
Remembering the Sears Tower on Roosevelt Boulevard Nearly Three Decades After its Demise
The Sears Eastern Regional Catalogue Headquarters in Northeast Philadelphia was built in 1920, and stood there for centuries before being demolished in 1994. Almost three decades after the Sears Eastern Regional Catalogue Headquarters on Roosevelt Boulevard was demolished, the complex and its 14-story clock tower continues to live on in the memory of many Philadelphians who worked and shopped there, writes Edward W. Duffy for the Hidden City.
Experience the Big Apple Vibes in Montgomery County at Lederach Corner Store Piano Bar
Lederach Corner Store Piano Bar in Schwenksville is a perfect spot for date night, bringing a true New York City feel to Montgomery County. Lederach Corner Store Piano Bar in Schwenksville is a perfect spot for date night, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The popular spot that opened...
Souderton Area residents press for school board member to resign over social media posts
SOUDERTON — Tensions flared at the Souderton Area School Board meeting Thursday evening as residents sounded off on a string of objectionable social media posts by board member Bill Formica, with Formica resisting community demands to resign. “The motto of the Souderton Area School District is ‘Character Counts,’” said...
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