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Sunday, May 19, 2013

Norristown Area HS, Dunkin Donuts Highlight April Health Inspections in West Norriton

Norristown Area Senior High School, West Norriton Farmers Market, Christine's Family Restaurant, and more inspected in April.

The Montgomery County Health Department in April conducted inspections of food-service establishments in West Norriton. Click each facility's name to see its Patch directory listing and click the date of its inspection to read the health department's report.

Thursday, May 16, 2013

West Norriton Day Features Fireworks on Saturday

West Norriton Day will feature kids rides, games, food, K-9 demonstrations and more.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

West Norriton Celebrates Community Day This Saturday

A full day of family fun and activities.

West Norristown will be holding its annual Community Day from noon to 4 p.m. this Saturday, May 18 on the grounds of the Norristown Area High School.  Expect a day of family fun, food, games and more. Kids can enjoy pony rides, costumed characters, clowns, tattoo artists, moon bounces and magicians and have a chance to watch demonstrations by the Lower Providence Police K-9 Unit, Montgomery County’s Bomb Squad and a helicopter landing.   The party continues in the evening with live music from Ken & Rick from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. leading up to the fireworks display. Don’t forget to bring your used bikes for the Norristown Rotary Club’s Used Bike Drive! The Rotary club will be collecting adult and kids bikes to send to Guatemala, Nicaragua, …

Bridget B'Zeta

1:39 pm on Thursday, May 16, 2013

WOW! Ethnocentric much? A quick Google shows Nicaragua is the 2nd poorest country in the Americas (that would North & South combined). This translates to our local poor being fantastically RICH compared to the average Nicaraguan. “Stupid stuff that are not even necessities”, this clearly shows your “rich American” point of view more than any other statement you made. Because here a child or adult…   more ›

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Rabies Clinics Offered by Montgomery County

Various locations will host the summer project.

The Montgomery County Health Department (MCHD) will be conducting its annual Low-Cost Rabies Immunization Clinics on Saturdays in June for the the program's 22nd consecutive year. "As in previous years, these clinics are located throughout the county in order to ensure that resident pet owners have access to this disease prevention service," said Jessica Willingham, communications assistant for the Montgomery County Office of Communications. The 2013 Annual Rabies Clinic locations, dates and times are: LOCATION  DATE  TIME  Abington Recycling Center, Florey Lane (off of Easton Road), Abington     June 1   9 – 11 a.m. Collegeville Community Park, Fourth and Park avenues, Collegeville     June 8   9 – 11 a.m. Encore Experiences at …

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Fort Washington Based Nutrisystem Now for Sale in Local Walmart

Nurtisystem's Jumpstart Your Weight Loss Kit can be purchased at the King of Prussia, East Norriton and West Norriton Walmart stores.

Fort Washington-based Nutrisystem, announced it will begin selling their 5-Day Nutrisystem Jumpstart Your Weight Loss Kit at 2,000 Walmart stores across the country. The kit, according to an article in the Herald Online, includes 15 entrees, five desserts, a meal planner and program guide. Locally the kits can be purchased at the King of Prussia, East Norriton and West Norriton Walmart stores, according to the list on Nutrisystem's website.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Who's Hiring in the Greater Norristown Area?

Jobs in Norristown, Norritons, Trooper, Audubon and more this week.

NORRISTOWN Payroll/Finance Associate - Technology firm in Norristown is seeking a payroll/finance associate to assist the finance team in streamlining processes. Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required and 1 to 3 years payroll or accounting experience. Auto Mechanic - Mechanic/technician with good diagnostic skills in both foreign and domestic repairs. Must have tools and valid PA drivers license. Tow Truck Driver - Full time day and rotating night shift tow truck driver. Diamond Sales Consultant - 6+ months experience selling loose diamonds. Associate - Norristown firm is seeking an Attorney with 7-10 years' experience; in general business, estates, bankruptcy and real estate law. Office Assistant - Medrecall News is hiring a…

Greater Norristown Area March Health Inspections

More than 50 restaurants inspected in the greater Norristown area during the month of March.

The Montgomery County Health Department in March conducted inspections of food-service establishments in the Pottstown Patch area. Lower Providence Township Health Inspections Arcola Skyview Schools, Arrowhead Elementary, Audubon Elementary, Speck's Drive In, Dairy Queen and Rita's and more inspected during the month of March. East and West Norriton Health Inspections Applebee's, Menchie's Frozen Yogurt, Guppy's Good Times, and more inspected during the month of March. Norristown Health Inspections August Moon, Honcock Elementary, Crown Fried Chicken, Stewart Middle School, Pub Deli and more inspected during the month of March. Plymouth Township Health Inspections Andy's Diner, Auntie Anne's, Cracker Barrel, Chipotle and more among the …

Bhrenda Drakeford

3:35 pm on Tuesday, April 30, 2013

These people that work in these eating establishments need to clean up these filthy bathrooms and always wash their hands after using the oval office. Even if it is just to piss!!!   more ›

Sunday, April 28, 2013

PAW Flushing Fire Hydrants This Week in East & West Norriton

Pennsylvania American Water crews will be working weekdays from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. on the project.

According to Pennsylvania American Water (PAW), flushing of its East Norriton- and West Norriton-area water distribution system begins Tuesday, April 30, and will continue through May 15. PAW regularly flushes its system to ensure that customers continue to receive high-quality water service and to monitor and maintain fire hydrants.  PAW crews will be flushing hydrants weekdays from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. Employees will have photo ID badges and their vehicles are identified with the company logo.  Service will not be interrupted during the process, but some customers may experience reduced water pressure or discoloration. If your water is discolored, run the tap until the water is clear. In the event of an emergency, or if you have a health …

Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Who's Hiring in East and West Norriton?

More than 10 businesses are hiring this week in East and West Norriton.

Restaurant Staff - New pub in East Norriton is looking for experienced bar manager, bartender, servers, and barbacks.  Sales Representative - 123 Exteriors is hiring for sales representatives.  Must have driver's license and reliable transportation and willing to travel a 60-mile radius from the offices. Bachelor's or Associates degree preferred, but not required. Assembler/Material Handler - Minnesota Elevator Inc (MEI) is looking for an Assembler.Material Handler for 1st shift. Must have general shop tool and fork lift experience.  Tobacco Shop Help - Tobacco shop in East Norriton is looking for part time help. The job will entail UPS mail order shipping, some computer work, stock room duties and retail sales. Store Associate - Raylon …

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

New Farmers Market in West Norriton Now Hiring, Opening Soon

The Super Gigante West Norriton Farmers Market is getting closer to opening and they're looking for staff.

If you're like me, you've been passing the old Genuardi's in Jeffersonville for weeks now, watching it transform into the Super Gigante West Norriton Farmers Market. While I'm definitely nostalgic for my Genuardi's days, I'm definitely excited at checking out what the new market has to offer. According to their Facebook page, they'll be opening on May 5, but before that they need to staff up. They're taking applications at the old bank building in the shopping center. When they do open, it looks like it'll be more than just a run-of-the-mill farmers' market. According to their website, they'll offer produce, meats, seafood, a bakery, a deli and even a florist.  For more information about job openings, stop by the store at 1930 West Main …

denise f

3:16 pm on Monday, May 13, 2013

I've heard the same thing regarding hiring specific sorts of people. Though the person that had an interview was of spanish decent, apparently he wasn't the right kind.. .. Like Mexican. He was asked how long he was in the country, what country he was from in the interview. Found it to be a little odd.   more ›

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