• Ursinus Secures $1.99M NSF Grant to Launch STEM Scholarship Program

    Ursinus Secures $1.99M NSF Grant to Launch STEM Scholarship Program

    The National Science Foundation (NSF) recently awarded Ursinus College a $1,999,659 grant, designed to improve access, retention, and career readiness for students in STEM fields. With this funding, the college will launch a Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S-STEM) program called “PERSIST: Partnerships for Engagement, Resilience, and Support through Interdisciplinary STEM Teamwork.” An…

  • $105M Redevelopment Finally Moving Forward in Willow Grove

    $105M Redevelopment Finally Moving Forward in Willow Grove

    After nearly two years of delays, a major redevelopment project in Willow Grove is finally moving forward, writes Paul Schedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Federal Realty Investment Trust plans to begin demolition this spring at the Willow Grove Shopping Center to make way for 261 apartments and new retail space. The $105 million project…

  • Normandy Farm and The Belle of Blue to Host Wedding Event Showcase: A Must Attend for Newlyweds To-Be

    Normandy Farm and The Belle of Blue to Host Wedding Event Showcase: A Must Attend for Newlyweds To-Be

    Newly engaged couples — or anyone planning a milestone celebration — will have the chance to explore one of Montgomery County’s most sought-after venues at the upcoming Normandy Farm & The Belle Event Showcase. The event will take place on Sunday, March 1, from 12 to 2 PM, offering guests a curated, all-in-one planning experience…

  • Main Line Landmark Gets New Mission Under Local Investor

    Main Line Landmark Gets New Mission Under Local Investor

    A historic Bryn Mawr building is getting a new purpose, rooted in education, writes Jeff Blumenthal for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The longtime headquarters of Bryn Mawr Trust Co., located at 801 W. Lancaster Ave., has been sold for $7.6 million to real estate investor Michael Karp. The roughly 46,000-square-foot property served as the bank’s…

  • Art Deco Gems, Stone Churches, and Storybook Homes Define Jenkintown’s Award-Winning Appeal

    Art Deco Gems, Stone Churches, and Storybook Homes Define Jenkintown’s Award-Winning Appeal

    With its gorgeous Art Deco architecture, magnificent stone churches, and storybook homes, Jenkintown is a delightful place to explore, writes Ikam Acosta for the Islands. This quaint and charming town, recognized by GOBankingRates as Pennsylvania’s most livable city in 2025, offers visitors the chance to explore historic buildings and browse adorable shops in a walkable…

  • Johnson & Johnson Expands its Montco Footprint with $1B Investment

    Johnson & Johnson Expands its Montco Footprint with $1B Investment

    Johnson & Johnson is making another major bet on Montgomery County, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The pharmaceutical giant announced plans to invest more than $1 billion to build a new cell therapy manufacturing facility in Lower Gwynedd Township near its Spring House campus. The plant is expected to create about 500 jobs…

  • Audubon’s PJM Takes Steps to Protect Your Electric Bill

    Audubon’s PJM Takes Steps to Protect Your Electric Bill

    Electricity prices could stay more stable in the coming years after PJM Interconnection agreed to extend a temporary cap on wholesale power prices, writes Peter Hall for Pennsylvania Capital-Star. The decision follows pressure from Gov. Josh Shapiro and other state leaders who have raised concerns about rising energy costs as demand for electricity grows. The…

  • Drexel Student Chef RJ Smith Brings Ocho Supper Club to Rittenhouse Hotel Residency

    Drexel Student Chef RJ Smith Brings Ocho Supper Club to Rittenhouse Hotel Residency

    Chef RJ Smith’s Ocho Supper Club pop-up is coming to the Rittenhouse Hotel for a six-month residency, representing another unforgettable “pinch-me” moment for the Drexel University student, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Only two years ago, Smith was crafting elaborate tasting menus for a small group of friends in his dorm room. Now,…

  • Conshohocken’s Madrigal Makes $4B Bet on the Future of Liver Disease Treatment

    Conshohocken’s Madrigal Makes $4B Bet on the Future of Liver Disease Treatment

    Conshohocken’s Madrigal Pharmaceuticals is making a major move that could reshape the future of liver disease treatment, writes John George for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The biotech firm announced a global licensing agreement potentially worth more than $4 billion. The deal will expand its pipeline of therapies targeting metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis, or MASH.  Under the…

  • Ursinus College Launches America250 Tuition Promise for Montgomery County

    Ursinus College Launches America250 Tuition Promise for Montgomery County

    As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, Ursinus College is investing in the next generation right here in Montco. Beginning in fall 2026, the America250 Tuition Promise for Montgomery County both expands access to higher education for local students and honors the county’s historic role in the nation’s founding. Created in honor of…

  • Fortune 10 HQ in Conshohocken Hits the Market — Fully Leased

    Fortune 10 HQ in Conshohocken Hits the Market — Fully Leased

    A marquee property in Conshohocken is officially on the market, according to Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The 429,000-square-foot headquarters of Cencora has been listed for sale by owner PRP Real Assets. The 11-story, Class-A office building at 1 W. First Ave. is fully leased to the Fortune 10 pharmaceutical giant, with 10…

  • Experiential Learning Week Gives Ursinus Students Front-Row Seat to Real-World Careers

    Experiential Learning Week Gives Ursinus Students Front-Row Seat to Real-World Careers

    Ursinus College’s first-ever Experiential Learning Week is already being hailed as a resounding success, with students, faculty, and employer partners praising the program’s energy, depth, and real-world impact. For one week, classrooms gave way to corporate offices, research labs, government chambers, and creative workspaces as students immersed themselves in hands-on learning designed to connect classroom…

  • Inside Souderton’s Iconic Chocolate Maker Ahead of America 250

    Inside Souderton’s Iconic Chocolate Maker Ahead of America 250

    Souderton-based Asher’s Chocolate Co. is one of Pennsylvania’s longest-running family businesses, writes  CBS News. The fifth-generation company began more than 130 years ago in Germantown and now calls Montgomery County home. Today, Chester Asher, part of the fifth generation and the company’s director of marketing, proudly describes Pennsylvania as the “snack belt of America,” noting…

  • Ardmore Farmers Market to Replace Di Bruno Bros. with Multiple Smaller Vendor Spaces

    Ardmore Farmers Market to Replace Di Bruno Bros. with Multiple Smaller Vendor Spaces

    Di Bruno Bros.’ closure is reshaping the future of Suburban Square’s Ardmore Farmers Market, where the Italian-goods purveyor had long been the dominant tenant, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Before its closure, Di Bruno’s Ardmore location occupied over half of the market’s stalls. But instead of seeking a single large operator to replace…

  • Jeffrey Lurie’s $50M Gift Aims to ‘Advance the Ball’ in Autism Research

    Jeffrey Lurie’s $50M Gift Aims to ‘Advance the Ball’ in Autism Research

    Jeffrey Lurie’s $50 million donation to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Medicine is expected to do more than fund new labs, writes Ron Southwick for Chief Healthcare Executive. The donation could “advance the ball” in autism research. That’s how Daniel Rader, MD, interim director of the new Lurie Autism Institute, describes the potential of…

  • Horsham-Based Bimbo Bakeries Rethinks How Familiar Brands Stay Relevant

    Horsham-Based Bimbo Bakeries Rethinks How Familiar Brands Stay Relevant

    From its U.S. headquarters in Horsham, Bimbo Bakeries USA is taking a hard look at how some food brands stay relevant in a rapidly changing marketplace, writes Gordon Young for The Drum. That effort is being led by Catherine Berger, who joined the company in 2025 as vice president of marketing transformation and services. Berger…

  • Philanthropic Gift Launches Trauma Center Expansion at Jefferson Abington

    Philanthropic Gift Launches Trauma Center Expansion at Jefferson Abington

    Jefferson Health launches a huge fundraising campaign to modernize and expand the trauma center at Jefferson Abington Hospital, according to John George for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Longtime supporters Bruce and Judi Goodman made a donation to kick-start the $30 million campaign. In recognition of their donation, the facility will be renamed the Goodman Emergency…

  • Lease for Vacant Iron Hill Brewery in Huntingdon Valley Acquired by New Owner

    Lease for Vacant Iron Hill Brewery in Huntingdon Valley Acquired by New Owner

    Four months after Iron Hill Brewery shut down nearly 20 locations and entered bankruptcy, its former Huntingdon Valley location has welcomed a new tenant, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. A federal judge has cleared the acquisition of Iron Hill’s trademark and intellectual property and authorized the transfer of five restaurant leases, one of…