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Montgomery County
News Magazine The Official News Magazine of the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce
COVER Montgomery Einstein Medical Center New Hospital scheduled to open this September! - Pg 26
INSIDE: Meet the board of governors - Pg 4 Annual Golf Outing Information - Pg 5 Have we stopped dreaming big? Article - Pg 6 Membership application - Pg 7 PA Free Enterprise Week Local Companies Invest in Tomorrows Future - Pg 10 RENEWING MEMBERS Thank You - Pg 10 Welcome New Members - Pg 11 Chamber Happenings - Pg 12 Fall EVENTS - Pg 13 Municipal minutes Local Government News - Pg 8 ECRWSS
real estate guide - Pg 28
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FRONT COVER STORY Einstein Medical Center Montgomery Opening September in East Norriton
FEATURED advertisers ADVERTISING/AWARDS & SIGNS Every Door & More by Local Pages............................................................. 13 Mike Irby Photography............................................................................... 22 Rush Hour Mobile Billboards...................................................................... 38 Tonbo Visual Promotions........................................................................... 45 Valley Forge Promotions Billboards............................................................. 43
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BACK COVER King of Prussia Mall Your Kingdom Awaits
American Heritage..................................................................................... 47 Continental Bank....................................................................................... 21 Farmers Insurance.................................................................................... 37 Firstrust Bank........................................................................................... 40 Michael G. Meall, CPA............................................................................... 44 National Penn Bank.................................................................................. 29 Penn Liberty Bank..................................................................................... 20 The Peterman Group.................................................................................. 48
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Meet the board of governors Annual Golf Outing Sign Up Form Have we stopped dreaming big? Article Membership application municipal minutes Thank you 2012 Renewing Members Local Companies Invest In Tomorrows Future PFEW Article New Member Orientation Welcome New Members Chamber happenings calendar of events Fall 2012 Every Door & More Local Pages Publishing American Treasures in Oaks mission Possible Kinetic Physical Therapy Peppers Fan Peppers Restaurant Events of all sizes Norris Sales Party Rentals Adults Love Arnold's too Arnold's Family Fun Center becoming the optimal salesperson Caramanico Maguire Associates, Inc. Working within your budget SPOTless Cleaning Online traDing academy King of Prussia Beerfest RoyalE thE IRS' fresh start initiative Kaplin / Stewart Let the commercial borrower beware Kaplin / Stewart Back to school, back to fitness Freedom Valley YMCA building a medical destination Einstein Medical Center Montgomery Real Estate Guide Travel... a family affair Just To Travel Healthlinks Montgomery Hospital Plymouth Meeting Mall Personal Security The Security Advisors A Nice Place to Visit Anne M. Facchiano, D.M.D., F.A.G.D. Farmers appoInts new agent Farmers Insurance rush hour just loving it! Rush Hour Mobile Billboards Prepare your feet for next summer Barking Dogs everything is personal Firstrust Bank Change Your Life Appetite for Nutrition Successful use of vaser liposuction Marlene J. Mash, MD Food Drive Underway The Salvation Army define your brand Tonbo Visual Promotions Why Viruses? Tom's Help Desk Let Fish do Your Storm Windows Fish Window Cleaning Mercy Unveils new cancer center Mercy Suburban Hospital
Audubon Land Development....................................................................... 30 Caramanico Maguire Associates................................................................. 19 Clean A Tank............................................................................................ 17 Elite Cleaning........................................................................................... 49 Fish Window Cleaning............................................................................... 49 Just To Travel........................................................................................... 32 Kaplin Stewart Attorneys at Law.................................................................. 23 King of Prussia District.............................................................................. 41 Medallion Transportation............................................................................ 40 Online Trading Academy............................................................................ 21 SPOTless Commercial Cleaning.................................................................. 20 Tom's Help Desk....................................................................................... 46 The Security Advisors................................................................................. 35
CATERING/FOOD SERVICES Maggiano's Little Italy................................................................................ 47 Peppers Italian Restaurant & Bar................................................................. 15 Presidential Caterers of Distinction (Inside Back Cover)................................. 51
Energy Suppliers Constellation Energy.................................................................................. 48
ENTERTAINING/MEETINGS & EVENTS American Treasure Tour (Inside Front Cover)................................................ 14 Arnold’s Family Fun Center......................................................................... 18 Cherished Affairs Party Planning................................................................. 35 Dave & Busters......................................................................................... 39 Hilton Garden Inn...................................................................................... 24 Hyatt Place............................................................................................... 37 King of Prussia Beerfest Royale.................................................................. 22 Norris Sales Party Rentals.......................................................................... 16
HEALTHCARE & Fitness Anne M. Facchiano, D.M.D, F.A.G.D............................................................ 36 Appetite for Nutrition.................................................................................. 41 Barking Dogs Foot & Ankle Care................................................................. 39 Einstein Medical Center Montgomery (Front Cover)....................................... 27 Freedom Valley YMCA................................................................................ 25 Kinetic Physical Therapy............................................................................ 14 Marlene J. Mash, MD & Associates............................................................. 42 Mercy Suburban Hospital........................................................................... 50 Upper Merion Dental Associates.................................................................. 15
FALL 2012 ISSUE Publisher John S. Rafanello, CEO Local Pages Publishing, LLC 1055 W. Germantown Pike East Norriton, PA 19403 editor Kathy Brandon ASSOCIATE editor Kate Boyle ADVERTiSING/Editorial Concetta Rafanello Director of Maketing crafanello@localpagespublishing.com GRAPHICS & LAYOUT Local Pages Publishing Graphics Staff Kirk Whitpan - Manager photography Mike Irby Photography INFORMATION For information about advertising and circulation please contact Local Pages Publishing, LLC Ph: 610.579.3809 x.109 Fax: 610-579-3818 For information about becoming a member of the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce please call 610-277-9500 info@montgomerycountychamber.org Subscriptions are free to qualified businesses. All articles, photos, artwork and other materials are copyright Local Pages Publishing, LLC and its advertisers. ®2012 Local Pages Publishing, LLC The publisher, editor or Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce are not responsible for submitted copy or advertiser claims.
OFFICE/HOUSING/REAL ESTATE Omega Commercial Real Estate.................................................................. 28
RETAIL SERVICES King of Prussia Mall (Back Cover).............................................................. 52 Plymouth Meeting Mall.............................................................................. 34 Ray’s Appliances....................................................................................... 17
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Meet the
Board of governors
The Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce Board of Governors sets the policy of the Chamber. The Board includes: Joe Campbell-Bank of America, Chairperson, Bob Hart-King of Prussia Mall, Vice-Chair, Sam AugustineJP Mascaro & Sons, Paula BoddenJay Gress, Inc., Earl ClairmontClairmont, Paciello & Company, P.C., Jules DeLuzio-Penn Liberty Bank, June Jenkins-Continental Bank, Kristin Kane-Kane Partners, LLC, Lee Koch-The Koch Law Firm, Greg Philips-Yergey, Daylor, Alleback, Scheffey, Picardi, Suzanne Ryan-PECO Energy, Karen Zajick-Norris Sales Company, Inc. In the past two editions, a few board members have been featured. In this edition, board members Lee Koch and Greg Philips are spotlighted. Future editions of the Chamber Magazine will feature information about the other members of the Board.
Lee Koch-The Koch Law Firm
In 1996, Lee M. Koch founded the Koch Law Firm to be able to provide personalized, professional legal services to clients. The firm takes a very client-oriented approach to getting results. Lee is proud that many of his law clients respect his guidance as both an attorney as well as a business advisor. Mr. Koch is married to Melissa and they have two children, Reese and Brady. Lee brings his experience to his clients. In addition to practicing law, Lee serves as the President and CEO of Reese Management Company, a Pennsylvania corporation that is dedicated to managing homeowners associations and condominium associations throughout Pennsylvania. Lee is also a licensed real estate broker in Pennsylvania, where he serves as the President and broker of record for Brady Realty Corporation, a multi-licensee real estate brokerage firm. He is also an approved attorney for Old Republic
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title insurance company. Mr. Koch has served as a court appointed arbitrator in over 100 cases in Montgomery County. Lee has used his background and experience in the law and the business world to best guide his clients and to build his reputation in the community. Mr. Koch has experience as a litigator and is admitted to the bar in all State Courts of Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Connecticut; U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania; U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania; U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania; U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey; U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit; U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit; U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Affairs; U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces; U.S. Tax Court; U.S. Court of International Trade; U.S. Court of Federal Claims; U.S. Supreme Court. Mr. Koch is a graduate of Villanova University School of Law (J.D. in 1995) and Muhlenberg College (B.A. cum laude in 1992 with a double major of political science and history). He is an active member and supporter of the following organizations: Montgomery County Bar Association, Real Estate Law Committee; Pennsylvania Bar Association, Section on Real Property, Probate & Trust Law; Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce Legal Counsel & Member of the Board of Governors, Celebration of Excellence Award Winner in Chamber Service-2007, King of Prussia Rotary Club, Board of Directors, President 2006-2007; King of Prussia Club Charitable Foundation, Board of Trustees; Maxwell Football Club-Life Member; The Union League of Philadelphia, Lincoln Table; Royal Arcanum Member, Integrity Council; Norristown Lodge No. 620 F&AM.
Gregory W. PhilipsYergey, Daylor, Alleback, Scheffey, Picardi
Members of the the Chamber’s Golf Outing Committee (left to right: Jules DeLuzio-Penn Liberty Bank, Karen Zajick-Norris Sales Company, June Jenkins-Continental Bank, Kathy Brandon-Chamber President, Concetta Rafenello-Local Pages Publishing and Lee Koch-The Koch Law Firm. Missing from photo: Sam Augustine-JP Mascaro & Sons and Joe Campbell-Bank of America) peruse prizes for this year’s outing. The Annual Golf Outing, sponsored by Continental Bank is scheduled for Tuesday, October 9th at Plymouth Country Club. Gregory W. Philips has had an extensive and varied architectural, military and legal career that has taken him around the world. A 1986 graduate of Temple University’s College of Engineering and Architecture, Greg became a licensed Architect in 1988. That same year, Greg received his commission as an Ensign in the United States Navy as a Civil Engineer Corps Officer and was assigned to the legendary “Seabees” or construction Battalions. In 1989, Greg began working for the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard as an architect. By 1991 he had been named Base Architect and was responsible for the major construction, repairs, alterations and historic rehabilitations at the Naval Base. Later that year, Greg started Atelier Design, Inc., a full service Architectural, Interior Design and Construction Management firm. As the firm’s President and lead designer, he designed over 1,000,000 square feet of office, residential, commercial and governmental structures and interiors. Some of his notable projects are the façade renovation to Unisys’ Building A, the interior fit out of the Montgomery County Human Services Center and the relocation and renovation of the historic King of Prussia Inn. In 1995, Greg was selected by the Under Secretary for Reserve Affairs to design a Swift Boat Exhibit at the Washington Navy Yard.
Greg graduated with a Juris Doctorate. Later that year, Greg was appointed by the Montgomery County Commissioners as the Acting Director of Public Property in charge of a 26 million dollar capital budget and a staff of 350. In 2001, Greg was admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. After leaving Public Property, Greg began practicing law concentrating on family law and estate planning and administration.
In 2004, Greg ran for the 7th Congressional Seat, then held by the Congressman Curt Weldon. After receiving his Party’s endorsement and making it through the primary, Greg’s Campaign was cut short when he was recalled to Active Duty in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom with Naval Expeditionary Logistics Support Force Forward Bravo. After a successful nine month deployment in which he was highly decorated, Greg returned to his family in April of 2005. Rather than seek to restart his architecture career, Greg made a conscious decision to focus on the practice of law. In addition to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, he is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and In 1996, Greg was accepted to the United States Tax attend the Temple University BeasCourt ley School of Law’s night program, while still practicing Architecture In October 2005 he during the day. In January 2000, joined the law firm of
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Yergey Daylor Allebach Scheffey Picardi as an associate. On January 1, 2009, Greg invited to become a partner in the firm and continues serve in that capacity. In 2010, Greg was named a Super Lawyer Rising Star and awarded the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Chamber Service award. Greg concentrates his law practice on serving clients in the areas of Bankruptcy (both creditor and debtor rights), Estate Planning and Administration, Construction Litigation, Family Law and Municipal representation. He serves as the Solicitor for the Schwenksville Zoning Hearing Board and the North Coventry Municipal Authority. In addition to spending time with his wife, the former Margaret Hyde Lane, Esquire, and their six children, Greg is a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, Sacred Heart Parish; the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors; and Chairman of the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce Foundation.
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Business Card Exchanges at Continental Bank in Blue Bell and Arnold’s Family Fun Center in Oaks proved to be excellent networking opportunities for Chamber members.
Finally, A Transportation Bill On July 6, President Obama signed the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) into law. MAP-21 is a two year, $118 billion federal transportation bill and will fund most transportation infrastructure projects. The bill replaces the previous transportation spending bill, Safe Accountable Flexible Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) which was signed into law by President Bush in 2005 and expired in 2009; Congress passed a series of extensions of SAFETEA-LU while the current bill was debated. What can we expect over the next two years? The policy provisions will take effect on October 1, 2012 and expire October 1, 2014; however, the funding is available immediately. The bill increases funding ever so slightly over the previous bill, mostly to adjust for inflation, making $52 billion per year available nationwide. There has been no change in cost sharing between the federal government and the state, it remains 80 percent federal share, 20 percent state share for projects. Of the $52 billion, $40.4 billion will be available for highway improvement projects while $10.5 billion is made available for transit projects. In addition, there is $1.9 billion available in the New Starts Program, which funds new transit expansion projects, but also gives transit agencies more flexibility in spending allocations. The amount of money given to each state on an annual basis will remain the same as it has been in 2012, PA will receive $1.7 billion per year. MAP-21 does not only fund highway and transit projects, it also directs money into specific programs to address specific issues. National Highway Traffic Safety is a program that investigates highway crashes, and conducts research to develop safer roadways will receive $670 million in FY 2013 and $680 in FY 2014. Commercial Safety, which focuses on the safety of our commercial fleet will see $561 in FY 2012 and $572 in FY 2014. The Research program funds a competitive grant program at $400 million, made available through 35 grants to universities nationwide to develop new transportation innovations.
funded with TIFIA must be repaid, as it is a loan program. TIFIA will now have $750 million in FY2013 and $1 billion in FY2014, an almost nine fold increase in funding. Another winner is tolling. The bill will allow new capacity projects (additional lanes) on existing highways to be tolled, however, it comes with a caveat: there must be more free lanes than toll lanes, and only new lanes can be tolled. Also winning in this bill is the Metropolitan Planning Organizations (DVPRC in our region), who will see a 2% increase in funding. The biggest loss in this bill is the Transportation Enhancements program. Enhancements funded improvements to sidewalks, trails, and the Safe Routes to Schools program through dedicated revenue. The new program, Transportation Alternatives, decreases funding from $1 billion to $750 million, bundles all the previous programs into one and now includes new eligible projects like truck stop electrification, HOV lanes, turning lanes, and diesel retrofits. Half the money will be directed to Metropolitan Planning Organizations, the other half to the state department of transportation. All Transportation Alternatives funding will now be a competitive grant program.
Now that a transportation bill has been passed, we can continue to develop infrastructure improvement projects that our region desperately needs. Although it is not the bill many would have liked, it does not lose any progress made. The bill is the shortest period (two years) of any transportation bill in the past twenty years, and it does not change any priorities for our country’s infrastructure. This is also the longest time between the expiration of a transportation bill and the signing of its replacement. When MAP-21 expires in 2014, we can only hope that Congress is in a better position to fully address the many infrastrucAs with any bill, there are win- ture issues our country is facing. ners and losers. In this bill, a big Shayne Trimbell works as a winner is TIFIA, a transportation financing program which loans mon- project manager with GVF. To ey at low interest rates to govern- reach Shayne by email: strimbell@ ment, to provide additional funding gvftma.com, or by phone: (610) for projects. Unlike projects funded 635-3559. through traditional means, projects
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Greater Plymouth Community Center 2910 Jolly Road Plymouth Meeting, Pa 19462 610-277-4312 The East Norriton Township Fall Newsletter “Issues” will be out to the residents by early September. www.plymouthcommunitycenter.org The Newsletter is also available on the Township web site www.eastnorritontwp.org. The Fall Newsletter The Greater Plymouth Community Center is a family friendly facilfeatures articles from all of the Township Departments, special programs and events held this summer as ity with personalized service located on Jolly Road in Plymouth Meetwell as the list of upcoming township events planned for the fall. Listed below are some of the upcoming ing. The GPCC offers something for everyone in your family, swim events planned for East Norriton Township. lessons, preschool, after school, youth fitness, group fitness, special events, trips and more! Upcoming events in East Norriton Township The fitness center has recently been expanded and the amount of Saturday September 8th- East Norriton Community Day equipment has nearly DOUBLED! In addition to updating the strength 2012 marks the 34th Annual East Norriton Day with a full day of games, rides, refreshments, business training equipment, we now have 10 ellipticals, 10 treadmills, 12 bikes, and civic organizations, crafts and entertainment scheduled throughout the day. Festivities start at 12 noon 4 steppers, a rowing machine, 5 new plate loaded pieces and dumband continues until our fireworks display at 8:15 p.m. Community Day is held at Stanbridge Street Park, bells, stability and medicine balls and Bosu trainers. Come in for a tour 2501 Stanbridge Street, directly behind the East Norriton Township Building. Ride wrist band only $12 to and see the new center! ride the rides all day. Rain date Sunday September 9th. For more information on this day check out our Join today and enjoy the benefits. All members have full access to web site at www.eastnorritontwp.org. the fitness center, aquatics center and gymnasium and receive a personSaturday October 8th- East Norriton Township Shredding Event alized fitness workout and free updates. All basic fitness classes are The 3rd Annual Shredding event will be held from 9 a.m. – 12 noon at the Public Works Garage, 2501 now included in the price of your pass and we have slashed our monthStanbridge Street. Plan to bring your unwanted and confidential papers to have them disposed of in a safe ly babysitting fee in half! You don’t have to be a Plymouth Township and secure manner. Residents are asked to limit your time in line by bringing no more than three grocery resident to participate, all are welcome. For more information on all our programs and services please call 610-277-4312 or visit our webbags or two file boxes at a time. Event held rain or shine site, www.plymouthcommunitycenter.org. Saturday December 1st- East Norriton Holiday Parade
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East Norriton Township in cooperation with the merchants of Hillcrest Shopping Center will be holding the 20th Annual East Norriton Holiday Parade on Saturday December 1st. Parade kicks off at 11 a.m. from the East Norriton Middle School and travels down Stony Creek Road to Germantown Pike , then heads east to the Hillcrest Shopping Center. Plan to line Germantown Pike to see the many floats, bands, marching groups and of course Santa. Festivities continue at the Hillcrest Plaza Shopping Center directly after the parade with raffles, photos with Santa and much more. To enter the parade or have a table at the Shopping Center, contact the Hillcrest Plaza Merchant’s Association at 610-279-4848. Proceeds from this year’s parade will be donated to “Feel the Warmth”. Rain date Sunday 12/2/12.
Upper Dublin Township
September-December 2012 Upper Dublin Township Events Upper Dublin Township Offices Closed Mo 9/3. Refuse services move to We 9/5. Library closed Sa 9/1, Su 9/2, Mo 9/3. Tu 9/4 6:30p-8:30p UDAC (Upper Dublin Aquatic Club) Registration at Upper Dublin Township Building, 801 Loch Alsh Ave, Fort Washington. Sa 9/15 8:30a – 10:30a Mornings in MonDaug, MonDaug Bark Park, 1130 Camphill Rd, Fort Washington. Sa 9/15 6p “Spectacle in Sound” at UDHS Cardinal Stadium, 800 Loch Alsh Ave, Fort Washington Sa 9/22 9a-1p CCLC Boys (Lacrosse) Registration at Upper Dublin Township Building, 801 Loch Alsh Ave, Fort Washington. Su 9/29 3p-7p Upper Dublin Community Day at the Civic Campus- Loch Alsh Ave, Fort Washington. New High School open house 4:30p-6p, concert at 6:30p, fireworks at 8p.
Su 9/29 2p “Antiques on the Air” at Upper Dublin Township Building, 801 Loch Alsh Ave, Fort Washington, Broadcast LIVE on UDTVSaturday December 22nd – Santa visits East Norriton Township GOV, 21/22. Pre-registration required: Contact Sandi at 215 646-4365 East Norriton Township and the Norriton Fire Engine Company will once again be bringing Santa to the for your pre-assigned time slot. Township. Santa will ride on top of the fire truck to visit all of the neighborhoods in East Norriton TownSa 10/6 8a-1p UDP&R Fall Flea Market, at Upper Dublin Township. Santa will start his rounds at 1 p.m. and continue to go throughout the whole township giving out ship Building, 801 Loch Alsh Ave, Fort Washington. Shoppers and candy canes to all the children he sees.
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vendors welcome. Vendors sign up at www.upperdublin.net/store or You can always ask me. I can be reached at 484-636-3869. I work very closely with the Public Informacall 215-643-1600 x3443. tion Office as to what recycling events are happening within our community. We also educate and remind residents of the benefits of recycling through our Township publications. This includes stories we produce Upper Dublin Township Offices Closed Mo 10/08. Refuse services on UMGA-TV, that support our recycling endeavors. We must be doing the right thing because we’ve won move to We 10/10. Library open regular hours. 13 consecutive Waste Watcher Awards from Sa 10/13 8:30a – 10:30a Mornings in MonDaug, MonDaug Bark (PROP), the Professional Recycler of Pennsylvania. The Waste Watchers program recognizes recycling, Park, 1130 Camphill Rd, Fort Washington. waste reduction, and composting programs in Pennsylvania that have exhibited exemplary performance. Mo 10/15 6:30p-9p Fort Washington Fire Company Annual Fire How do I start recycling at home? Expo, UD Municipal Complex, 801 Loch Alsh Ave, Fort Washington Start by doing what’s easy and simple. The first step is to change your way of thinking; if you throw Sa 11/3 8a-2p Fort Washington Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary Fall something away, it has to go somewhere. You play a big part of an even bigger picture. Secondly, find out Flea Market Location TBD, check website: www.fortwashingtonfc.org what recycling items can be collected from the curb. All trash haulers provide a bin, so please start using it Sa 11/3 9a-1p CCLC Girls (Lacrosse) Registration, also Sa 11/10 to recycle items from your home and develop a relationship with your trash carrier. 9a-1p at Upper Dublin Township Building, 801 Loch Alsh Ave, Fort Will recycling at home cost me anything? Washington. It will only cost you some time. The Township asks that you rinse (if need be) your items for recycling Upper Dublin Township Offices Closed Th 11/22 & Fr 11/23. Recollection. Larger items may require that you transport it somewhere else. You may want to check with your fuse services for Th 11/22 only move to We 11/21. Regular trash pickup local trash collection hauler to see what advice they will give. Fr 11/23. Library closed Th 11/22, special hours We 11/21: 9:30a-5p. What happens if I decide not to recycle? Upper Dublin Township Offices Closed Tu 12/25. Refuse services move to We 12/26. Library closed Tu 12/25. The Township can cite you for failure to comply with the recycling ordinance. A fine is set by the District Justice. Upper Dublin Township Offices Closed Tu 01/01/13. Refuse services move to We 01/02/13. Library closed Tu 01/01/13. This all seems very simple, is it enough?
Upper Merion Township Why should I recycle?
Imagine if everyone recycled throughout the country, it would reduce landfill waste contamination by a huge amount. It is enough for now. You are doing your part in protecting the environment. A small effort makes a vast collective difference. It is simple and easy to do if you start today. Where is the nearest compost site?
Aside from recycling items within your home, there is a compost site on West Beidler Road (behind Heuser Park) where leaves, holiday trees, and other yard waste are recycled. The resultant mulch and wood Upper Merion Township has been involved in recycling activities chips can be picked up free to nourish and beautify vegetable and flower gardens. For direct service call since June 1989. Many people may still not know that recycling is 484-636-3869. The compost number is 610-992-9255. the law. PA Act 101 and Township Ordinance 90-575 requires that all What if I recycle but my neighbor doesn’t, should I report them? Township residents recycle their aluminum cans, clear glass, newspapers and leaf waste. Plus, there is a real global problem with too much Yes, all businesses and residents are required to recycle by code. Recycling keeps reusable material out human waste being produced. There is simply no place to bury it, or of the landfills and extends the life of the existing landfills. dispose of it without contaminating the environment. Here are some How can I contact Bob if I have any questions? typically recycled questions I get asked on a daily basis. I can be reached directly at 484-636-3869. If I am in the office, I will pick up my phone. Otherwise, Who is Bob Rudzinski and what does he do? please leave a message, I would be happy to return your call. I am the Property Maintenance Officer, who also takes care of all the recycling concerns within the Township. “Ask Bob”
I do the inspections at the Commercial & Residential properties in the Townships to verify compliance with the recycling ordinance. I investigate complaints of non-compliance.
west conshohocken borough Active 2012 Summer in West Conshohocken Borough
The 2012 summer months are a busy time of year in West Conshohocken Borough according to Borough I gather information from all the trash haulers and direct recyclers Manager Mike English. The Borough will be completing a renovation to the Public Safety Building that within the township for the annual 904 Grant application. houses the West Conshohocken Police Department as well as the Mayor’s office. This project represents I maintain a data base of area companies that accept a variety of the first significant renovation in a number of years. The scope of work included building a squad room to material for recycling. This includes material that is over and above provide work stations for all of the full time officers, redesigning the male and female officers locker room what is required by ordinance. areas, building an interview room area, evidence locker and room, upgrades to the information technology room was well as sergeant’s and detective’s offices. A new armor room was constructed and electronic ac I maintain a list of the 5 county Household Hazardous Waste drop cess control system and closed circuit television system were installed. off sites for the current year. The first floor of the Public Safety Building was repainted and new carpeting was installed. A number of I investigate complaints of trash and recycle collection outside of the windows were also replaced. The front entrance of the Building was renovated as well. normal hours of operation. (trash and recycling can only be picked up between 7 AM until 9 PM daily or 8 AM until 9 PM on weekends) The Borough will be hosting an Open House in the fall to showcase this project to Borough Residents. What are the benefits of recycling?
The $4.8 million project to rebuild Route 23 (Front Street) and realign 600 feet of Balligomingo Road by moving it 400 feet to the west to create a new “T” intersection at Route 23(Front Street) entered “Phase The average household in Montgomery County generates approxiII” in July. This phase necessitated the closure of Balligomingo Road along with the closure of Front Street mately 1.3 tons of waste annually. The more people engage in home for a period of three to four weeks prior to the reopening of Route 23(Front Street). PENNDOT planned to recycling, the more resources are available for reusing these materials reopen Route 23 at the end of July while the Phase III work on Balligomingo Road is planned to be comfor new manufacturing, plus lessening the load on waste disposal. pleted in May of 2013. How do I know what to recycle? The new, signalized intersection will enhance travel in the immediate area and provide motorists with You can visit our website at www.umtownship.org to get a com- full access to both roadways. plete listing of recyclable items. How do I know my recycled items are being used properly?
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THANK YOU We Thank Our 2012 Renewing Members American Heritage Federal Credit Union J.M. Basile & Associates, Inc.
Penn Liberty Bank Philadelphia Marriott West
BIRE Financial Services
Phoenix Rehabilitation & Health Services
Blue Bell Country Club
R.W. Lawn Care
Shari Botwin, LCSN
Redefine Consulting
Boulden Company
Barbara Rinehart
Brain-Pad, Inc.
Rita’s Water Ice
Brusca Landscape Supply, Inc.
M.T. Ruhl Electrical Contracting
Comfort Inn – King of Prussia
Safeguard Business Systems
Continental Realty, Inc.
The Salvation Army
EADEH Enterprises
Sign A Rama
Edro Specialty Steels, Inc.
Springfield Resources
Elmwood Park Zoo
St. Clair CPA Solutions
Anne M. Facchiano, DMD
Stephens & Krizner Co. Inc.
Fox & Fox, Attorneys at Law
Strategic Sourcing Solutions
Dr. Susan Glaskin
Suburban Management Inc.
Grainger Industrial Supply
Talamore/Applecross Country Clubs
Hair Concepts Plus The Haverford Trust company Holmes and Murray, LLP JPA Printing Just to Travel
Treister, Rossman & Associates Upper Merion Township Valley Forge Investment Group Valley Forge National Historical Park
Kaplin-Stewart Melof Reiter & Stein, P.C.
Valley Forge Towers – North
Law Office of Michael S. Connor, Esq., LLC
Vist Financial Waste Management of Indian Valley Dr. Charles Wilson
Local Pages Publishing
Woodland Forge
Marlene J. Mash M.D. Dermatology
Woodwell Asset Management
McMahon Associates, Inc. David Meyerson, Ph.D. Montgomery County O.I.C. Morton’s The Steakhouse Navjeet Singh MD Norris Sales Co., Inc.
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Have you ever heard of more than 1,600 high school students giving up a week of their summer vacation to attend business camp? Several area students did just that by partaking in Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week 2012. Each student attends the program on a full scholarship donated by businesses and
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organizations within the community. Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week brings students from across Pennsylvania to Lycoming College (Williamsport, PA) and Pennsylvania College of Technology (Williamsport, PA) each summer to participate in one of the four one-week programs. Local students that graduated from PFEW 2012 and were sponsored by the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce include Nikolas Anderson (Plymouth-Whitemarsh SHS), Conor Fox (Norristown Area HS) and Rachel Kuria (Upper Merion HS). They were some of the 260 students from Montgomery County who also graduated from the program. PFEW is designed to give today’s youth a better understanding of our free enterprise system and how businesses operate and succeed with it. When a student
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of these speakers and competitions, you would think that there isn’t time for anything else. However, each week students make and promote imaginary products with junk, as well as, debate some of the issues facing the business world today. The Foundation for Free Enterprise Education, PFEW’s parent organization, is currently supported by more than 800 companies and organizations.
There are also more than 200 business professionals that donate their time and expertise to PFEW by volunteering as either “a Company Advisor,” a speaker, or a judge. “Company Advisors” are business professionals who volunteer to spend an entire week as a mentor with each student company. Plans for PFEW 2013 are already underway. Anyone interested in receiving information may write or call Michelle Warofka, Manager of Schools, Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week, 3076 West 12th St., Erie, PA 16505, e-mail us at info@pfew.org, call us at (814) 833-9576, or visit our Website www.pfew.org.
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New Chamber Members had a special opportunity to meet and network—and, learn about the Chamber from Board Members, Ambassadors and staff.. New members in attendance included representatives from: ADP, Graboyes Commercial Windows, Hyatt House Plymouth Meeting, JMN Enpowerment, Online Trading Academy, Rush Hour Mobile Billboards, Servpro of Norristown & Manayunk and Special Olympics Montgomery County. Special thanks to Ambassadors Concetta Rafanello (Local Pages Publishing) and Brian Quinn (Crown Trophy) and YPSN Vice Chair Kevin Homer (The Homer Group) for providing a warm welcome to our new members.
We Welcome Our New Chamber Members ALNOC PO Box 352 Oaks, PA 19456 484-727-8226 Contact: Gerald Raynor Category: Information Technology Services & Solutions, Computer Consultants, Computer Programming and Training Anytime Fitness 1000 Sandy Hill Rd Norristown, PA 19401 610-239-9500 Contact: Ben Bell Category: Health & Wellness Co. Bouari Clinic 13 W. Ormond Avenue Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 856-229-7248 Contact: Kim Scott Category: Weight Control Services Carranza Roofing & Siding, Inc. 2802 Stanbridge St. East Norriton, PA 19403 610-270-0305 Contact: Barbara Carranza Category: Roofing/Siding Cherished Affairs Party & Event Planning 4079 A Defford Place Norristown, PA 19403 610-631-9839 Contact: Lisa Battaglia Category: Event Planner & Bridal Coordination Clean a Tank PO Box 329 Royersford, PA 19468 484-933-4054 Contact: Bob Pierce Category: Pet Care/Cleaning Service
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Elite Cleaning 3012 Butler Pike Conshohocken, PA 19428 610-941-9600 Contact: Lynn OConnor Category: Cleaning Services – Residential and Commercial EMS Educational Services, Inc. 131 Myrtle Avenue Cheltenham, PA 19012 267-536-9330 Contact: Stephen Craig Category: Emergency – Medical, Education, special GSM Worldwide Media, LLC 2425 West Loop South #740 Houston, TX 77027 713-640-5030 ext. 2000 Contact: Michael Babajanov Category: Digital Media Life Tek 492 Norristown Road. Suite 262 Blue Bell, PA 19422 267-460-0550 Contact: Karen Harbison Category: Architects, Planners McVay Painting Inc. 4115 Saratoga Lane Eagleville, PA 19403 267-934-4101 Contact: Leah McVay Category: Painting Contractors No Excuses Athletics/The Bikini Kitchen 970 Pulaski Drive King of Prussia, PA 19406 267-281-4587 Contact: Joyce Nichols-Moore Category: Fitness Center, Nutrition, Motivational Speaker Online Training Academy 243 Mall Blvd., Suite 250 King of Prussia, PA 19406 610-945-9999 Contact: Bruce Bell Category: Investment Counselors, Education
Professional Building Services, Inc. 3936 Miller Road Newtown Square, PA 19073 610-355-7666 Contact: Kathleen Albertson Category: Commercial Cleaning Services Darden Restaurants – Red Lobster 425 West DeKalb Pike King of Prussia, PA 19406 610-337-9430 Contact: Steven Giordano Category: Restaurant Scentsy Independent Consultant 2779 Egypt Road Audubon, PA 19403 610-666-7271 Contact: Lisa Ann Zarzecki Category: Wickless Candles Servpro of Manayunk/ Norristown 503 Hurst Alley Norristown, PA 19401 610-272-8520 Contact: Pete Czapla Category: Cleaning Services, Restoration, Mitigation& Cleaning Mold, Fire, Water Special Olympics Montgomery County 980 Harvest Drive Suite 203 Blue Bell, PA 19422 215-542-1140 Contact: Garrett W. Rice Category: Non-Profits Spotted Frog Web Design & SEO 800 North Henderson Rd King of Prussia, PA 19406 800-294-7414 Contact: Todd Cardin Category: Marketing & Promoting, Website Design/Graphic Design, Web based Internet Marketing
Resource Council
The Womens Resource Council hosted a luncheon at DoubleTree Suites-Plymouth Meeting on June 1st. Joyce Nichols-Moore, of JNM Empowerment, presented: "Energetic Success: become an energetic leader that creates infectious enthusiasm in the workplace." The next Womens Resource Council luncheon is scheduled for Friday, September 21st at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse in King of Prussia.
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Happenings Networking at Noon: Morton’s The Steakhouse in King of Prussia hosted the Chamber’s first-ever Networking at Noon event on July 11th. Chamber members enjoyed networking with a packed house, a delicious sampling of some Morton’s favorites and special seating showcasing the private dining area.
Legislative Series: Chamber members had the opportunity to hear from the State Representatives from throughout the Chamber’s service area—and, ask questions, during a luncheon at the Green Valley Country Club in Lafayette Hill. State Representatives Matt Bradford, Tim Briggs, Todd Stephens and Warren Kampf participated in the panel discussion. The John Middleton Company hosted the Chamber’s Annual State House of Representatives and State Senate Luncheons.
YPSN
The Chamber’s YPSN (Young Professional Suburban Network) hosted two successful summer events, with Business Mixers at T. Burke’s at the DoubleTree Valley Forge and Dave & Busters at the Plymouth Meeting Mall. Young Professionals enjoyed the evenings of networking with their peers. YPSN is for seasoned professionals, as well as those just starting out. YPSN's next event is scheduled for September 18th at Sullivan's Steakhouse in King of Prussia. Visit YPSN's Facebook page (http:// www.facebook.com/YoungProfessionalsSuburbanNetwork) for updates on future events.
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www.montgomerycountychamber.org (Please check the website for additional information) Please call the Chamber office in case of inclement weather. Tuesday, September 18th Municipal Managers Breakfast Location: TBD YPSN Business Mixer Sullivan’s Steakhouse, King of Prussia Wednesday, September 19th Business Connections Luncheon Chamber Office, King of Prussia Wednesday, September 20th Business Card Exchange Pepper’s Restaurant, King of Prussia Friday, September 21st Womens Resource Luncheon Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, King of Prussia Tuesday, September 25th New Member Orientation Chamber Office, King of Prussia Tuesday, October 2nd Business Card Exchange Retro Fitness, East Norriton Tuesday, October 9th Annual Golf Outing Plymouth Country Club, Plymouth Wednesday, October 10th Business Connections Luncheon Chamber Office, King of Prussia Tuesday, October 16th Chamber Goes to the Capitol Captiol Building, Harrisburg Wednesday, November 7th Business Connections Luncheon Chamber Office, King of Prussia Please monitor the calendar on the website (www.montgomerycountychamber.org) for up-to-date information.
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The American Treasure Tour and experience treasures spanning the decades! An incredible collection of Americana, this ninety minute guided tram tour is a fantasy for the eyes and ears. With thousands of items to view in over 100,000 square feet, this experience is a treat for any age. Be sure to check out our photo gallery that gives you a glimpse into this gigantic collection.
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Because Pepper’s has several dining areas and private rooms they are available to host any event, large or small. Their hard-working, experienced staff strives to make each event a unique, memorable occasion. Peppers offers a full-scale banquet menu with something to savor for every taste. Just one look at the menu and you know you are in a special place, because the selection and value are unsurpassed. “It is a warm and casual dining experience here at Peppers, where you'll find that hospitality is our passion and good food is our obsession. The menu we have created offers a variety of Italian delights sure to please your taste buds. We only ask that you bring your appetites! With over 15 years of making traditions at Peppers, we continue to make sure that future generations are able to experience our welcoming, neighborhood atmosphere and truly authentic Italian cooking. Our doors are always open, so stop by.” Sal Bello and Frank Veramonti –– owners and operators of Peppers Italian Restaurant & Bar.
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Book with Norris Sales Party Rentals, and relax knowing you are in good hands. With more than 55 years of experience providing contractors with quality rental products and service, our family owned business, Norris Sales Company, Inc. established Norris Sales Party Rentals in 2003. We are located at 1300 East Ridge Pike, in Plymouth Meeting. Whether you’re hosting a conference, corporate event, civic gathering, wedding or Fall festival we can help. By meeting your highest standards, our expert coordinators ensure a worry free event. We offer cost-effective rental solutions, while providing professional grade equipment. Choose from our broad range of tents to accommodate any size event. Compliment your tent with a dance floor, sidewalls and a variety of lighting. We also offer patio and forced air heaters to keep you guests warm on those chilly Fall nights. Visit NorrisPartyRentals.com for picture and product descriptions. While online, create an account and submit your wish list. Or call 800-457-RENT to speak with an event coordinator. Our success with Norris Sales Party Rentals was driven by Norris Sales Company, which continues to provide the construction sector with industry leading rentals, sales, service, parts and safety training. We serve the entire Delaware Valley, with lo-
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There’s a metamorphosis taking place at Arnold’s Family Fun Center. The changes are everywhere you look. First of all, Arnold’s Bowling Center is expanding with 12 additional lanes (making a total of 20 lanes). This major expansion will make way for large Corporate events, Bachelor Parties, Group Parties, and Adult Bowling Leagues. In fact, Adult Bowling Leagues are now forming for this Fall, including an Adult’s Mixed League, a Women’s Industrial League, and a Scotch Doubles League. The newly-expanded Bowling Center will feature a new scoring system, electrifying laser light shows with fog mists, and many weekly Bowling specials. Plus, Arnold’s proudly unveiled its new Bistro & Bar over the Summer offering more food and beverage choices than ever before. The Bistro features appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, and burgers, as well as steaks, seafood and pasta dishes, and is open for lunch and dinner. Arnold’s Bar will serve up your favorite domestic and imported bottle or draught beers, wine and mixed drinks. You can watch the action in our Bowling Center, or catch a game on one of the six giant screen TVs. And, you’re sure to enjoy the Bistro & Bar’s weekly food and drink specials, so stop by after work on Monday through Friday from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. for Arnold’s Happy Hour.
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Arnold’s new MaxFlight Simulator has also landed at Arnold’s over the Summer. The MaxFlight Simulator is a full 360-degree motion, cockpit-sized theme park. Riders can program their own mild to wild journey on a raging roller coaster or a swooping fighter jet. This fully interactive ride offers the excitement of a hang-on-to-your-hat thrill ride in a compact, indoor setting. You can now experience the world’s most exciting indoor attraction at Arnold’s for yourself! And… last, but never least, in mid-September Arnold’s will unveil 28 new and improved, all-electric Pro-Kart Go-Karts with a sporty new look, and the latest technology for improved handling and more accurate lap speeds. So, if you haven’t been to Arnold’s lately… you haven’t been to Arnold’s! Arnold’s Family Fun Center is located directly across from the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, at V2200 West Drive, just off the Route 422 Oaks Exit in the 422 Business Center in Oaks, PA. It is open year-round, rain or shine, and parking is free. For more info, call 610-666-0600, or visit www.arnoldsffc.com. (Submitted Copy; Contact crafanello @localpagespublishing.com)
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Have you ever wondered how the professionals on Wall Street find opportunities, manage risk and maximize profit? It’s not by reading some book on Amazon because true professional investment strategies and techniques are not written about in any book. The key to consistently making money in the market certainly isn’t sold for $19.95 in paperback. We teach hundreds of students each year how to manage their investments and trade like a Wall Street pro. How? By using real Wall Street pros as instructors. We hire market makers, hedge fund managers, floor traders, etc. to teach our students how to do exactly what they do. Most people think they can’t time the market. That’s because they’ve never been taught. Only about 5% of people who invest in the market have any formal education. Not surprisingly, the percent of people
who are consistently successful is close to the percent that are educated. The only edge in the market is an education. Most people think that good diversification means having stocks in a number of different sectors. Yet, in 2008, even ‘diverse’ portfolios plummeted. That’s because true diversification happens with the right mix of different asset classes, not just different stocks. Whether you’re managing your IRA for retirement or are trying to generate an income from trading, the rule-based strategies taught by real market professionals at Online Trading Academy can give you the edge you need. Visit us in King of Prussia for a free introductory class and learn the difference! (Submitted Copy; Contact crafanello@ localpagespublishing.com)
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King of Prussia Beerfest Royale, presented by King of Prussia District (KOP-BID) in association with Rolling Barrel Events, will be the largest Oktoberfest-themed outdoor beer festival in the Greater Philadelphia suburbs – showcasing the finest local craft beers side-by-side with their German counterparts. Beerfest Royale will be held outdoors at the King of Prussia Mall on Friday, October 5th (Friday Preview Party) and Saturday, October 6th (Two General Sessions). The two-day festival will feature live music, amazing food, and a variety of local craft and German beers under two tents – from your favorite Oktoberfest styles to the newest and hottest seasonal releases. Local craft brewers include: Dock Street Beer; Great Lakes Brewing Company; Lancaster Brewing Company; Rock Bottom Brewery; Sly Fox Brewing Co.; Troegs; Victory Brewing Company; Weyerbacker; and Yards. Additional brewers are being added daily.
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The First Annual Beerfest Royale will be a celebration of local craft beer and German beer over two days in two tents with more than 3,000 beer aficionados! With two tents and two stages, featuring live music, and a central plaza with your favorite food and unique vendors, this is one festival you won’t want to miss!
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special guests, VIP giveaways, live music and much more. Cocktail attire is highly encouraged. Tickets are $85 per person. Purchases of six tickets or more will qualify for the “six-pack discount,” taking $5 off each ticket.
The two Saturday General Admission sessions (12:30 pm- 4 pm and 5 pm8:30 pm) offer a more casual, festival atmosphere. Tickets are $45 per person. Purchases of six tickets or more also qualify for the “six-pack Inspired and creative eats from discount.” All attendees will receive King of Prussia restaurants include: a KOP Beerfest Royale tasting glass California Pizza Kitchen; Creed's Seafood & Steak; Doc Popcorn; Legal for unlimited beer samples during their session. Sea Foods; Maggiano's Little Italy; Michael's Deli; Morton's The SteakA constantly evolving schedule of house; Ruth's Chris Steak House; and events, list of vendors, ticket sales, Valley Forge Casino Resort. In addihotel rates and more can be found tion, authentic German food venat: dors will be in attendance. All dishes Event Website: www.kopbeerfest. will be $10 and under. com The Friday Preview Party (5:30 pm-9 pm) offers festival-goers a more inti- Facebook: www.facebook.com/kopmate, upscale experience, featuring beerfest several “sneak peek” beers along Twitter: @KOPBeerfest with exclusive offerings, butlered (Submitted Copy; Contact crafanello hors d’oeuvres, multiple food and @localpagespublishing.com) dessert stations paired with beer, German brewers include: Augustinerbrau; Becks; Dab; Franziskaner; Hacker-Pschorr; Paulaner; Spaten; St. Pauli Girl; Tucker; and Warsteiner.
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Start Initiative Beginning in February 2011, the IRS announced a series of new steps to help struggling taxpayers get a fresh start with their tax liabilities. The goal was to help individuals and small businesses meet their tax obligations. Over the past several years the IRS has announced a softening of its collection policies under its fresh start program. The fresh start, says the IRS Commissioner, is for good people facing tough times. These changes include significantly increasing the minimum dollar threshold for liens, making it easier for taxpayers to obtain lien withdrawals, and simplifying the ability to obtain installment agreements between a taxpayer and the IRS that settles the taxpayer’s tax liabilities. Under the second round of the fresh start initiative, announced on May 21, 2012, the IRS expanded a new streamlined offer in compromise (“OIC”) program. The OIC program covers a larger group of struggling taxpayers by offering more flexible terms in its OIC program. This new program promises to enable some of the most financially distressed taxpayers an opportunity to clear up their tax problems more quickly than in the past. In general, an OIC is an agreement between a taxpayer and the IRS that settles the taxpayer’s tax liabilities for less than the full amount owed. An OIC is generally not accepted if the IRS believes the liability can be paid in full as a lump sum or through a payment agreement. The IRS looks at the taxpayer’s income and assets to make a determination of the taxpayer’s reasonable collection potential. In the past, the IRS strictly applied its OIC rules with respect to a taxpayer’s income and expense and valuation of assets. As a result of this strict application, most taxpayers who sought an OIC received a rejection. Under the new OIC program, when the IRS calculates a taxpayer’s reasonable collection potential, it will consider only one year of future income for offers paid in five or fewer months, down from four years; and two years of future income for offers paid in six to 24 months, down from five years. All offers must be fully paid in six to 24 months of the date the OIC is accepted.
by Barry A. Furman
The new OIC policy should dramatically expand the number of taxpayers eligible to compromise their outstanding tax obligations. In the past, taxpayers generally had to pay the total value of all their assets plus 60 times their net monthly income after using the strict allowable expense standards. The greater flexibility of the new policy should reduce the valuation of taxpayer assets and the value of the future income component used to determine acceptable offers. When reviewing a taxpayer’s income and expense statement, the IRS will apply allowable living expense standards to determine a taxpayer’s ability to pay. In response to criticisms, the IRS expanded the National Standard miscellaneous allowance to include additional items. Also, payments for delinquent state and local taxes may be allowed based on a percentage basis of tax owed to the state and IRS. These are another in a series of steps to help struggling taxpayers under the fresh start initiative. (Submitted Copy; Contact crafanello@localpagespublishing.com)
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Borrower Beware
Why Ben Franklin Never Borrowed Money by Neil Stein
I know that every business needs to borrow money sometime. I don’t know whether Ben Franklin ever borrowed money for his business. I just know that he had a great deal to say about the borrower-lender relationship and the benefits of wise counsel. From a legal perspective, I counsel borrowers to beware of three categories of traps - the unwritten, the undefined, and the unsaid, which ultimately lead to dispute, demand and default.
The unwritten generally refers to the early stages of a loan transaction, when the lender produces a sufficiently vague term sheet or a less than thorough commitment letter. By the way, a commitment letter is more a commitment by the borrower to pay fees rather than a binding commitment by the lender to lend. If there are terms that are critical to the transaction, be absolutely certain that these terms are clearly contained within the commitment. Remember, that Franklin reminded us that “creditors have better memories than debtors.” Franklin was really saying that a court will more likely rely upon a written commitment and the lender explanation of the document, rather than your unwritten recollection of the transaction. The undefined refers to loan terms that are too undefined or vague to be of any use. For example, even if
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The YMCA Discovery Zone is a hands on exploratory center which will provide school age members with varied activity choices. Scheduled open times for Construction Junction, Write Away!, Step Ahead and much more. All New – This September!! Other new programs and classes are set to begin this fall as well in addition to a series of Special Events:
First Friday Family Flicks – Oct 5, Nov 2 and Dec 7 at 7:00pm – family time that doesn’t break the bank! Summer is over and that means children will be returning to their classrooms. For parents in need of before and/or afterschool care, the YMCA Diabetes Program – new this is a perfect choice. fall – helping you take control Our before and afterschool programs offer an opportunity for kids to en- with exercise gage in a variety of activities, expanding learning beyond what they ex- National World Animal Day – perience during school hours. Directed at children in middle school and October 3 elementary grades and supplemental kindergarten, the Audubon YMCA Family Halloween Night – offers program availability in each of the schools of the Methacton School October 26 District, has program availability for all schools in the Norristown Area School District and Visitation BVM School with transportation provided. National Family Week – November 12-16 And don’t forget to ask about Y Day Insurance, an option that gives you with Santa – piece of mind. This program guarantees care on days when your child’s Breakfast school is closed for inservice days, school holidays and snow days. Chil- December 1 – Great food and dren enrolled in our program full time also receive a Youth Membership pictures with the Big Guy! to participate in all the other programs and activities offered by the Free- New programs will also be dom Valley YMCA. available this fall as well. Joining the Pink Confetti Breast Cancer SurviDon’t need daily care? – why not consider P.L.A.Y. Days and Play and vor Program, will be a Diabetes Program to help with control through Learn at the Y. This option includes child care during scheduled full-days exercise, Chair Yoga, Zumba Toning and Belly Dancing. off from school. Have a teen looking for something new – why not the Y? Expanded proFall is also a good time to think about joining the Y. This fall, we will be grams for this age group include Speed and Agility, Sports Conditioning,7th unveiling two new member benefit areas: The YMCA Arts Center and the Grade Strength and Stamina, Teen TRX, Yoga, Youth Fitness, Afterschool Zumba and Guitar Jam Sessions to name a few. YMCA Discovery Zone. The Arts Center will help you unleash your creative side by offering an Now is the time to join the Y! Call 610-539-0900. array of arts programming for children, teens and adults. Classes will (Submitted Copy; Contact crafanello@localpagespublishing.com) include Watercolor, Guitar and Fine Arts to name a few.
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higher interest rates, and potentialStrategies – What to do? ly higher capitalization rates will be As always, talk with your proneeded, which means lower prices. fessional advisor(s) for your indiPotential changes – Danger vidual advice and strategies, but Zone of the Unknown here are some generalities I have Election years are never easy been hearing. Take that deal you times to run your business. Close have been procrastinating about elections make it even tougher. for months. Do you have a profitHere are some things that could af- able investment decision to make? Make it and take it in 2012. If you fect your upcoming tax liability. think you are going to have a loss, Starting in 2013 there is going save (harvest) that loss for 2013. Acan additional Obamacare tax of celerate income for 2012 and defer 3.8% for all investment income, in- deductions to 2013. If you are a tencluding real estate. This 3.8% rate ant who has been thinking about with be applied on adjusted gross leasing better space for less, do it. income over $250,000 for married Rental rates are at some of their couples and over $200,000 for un- lowest and vacancies are decreasmarried individuals. ing. If you are a building owner The rules of accounting may be thinking about selling and have to changing. The Financial Accounting realize gains, realize those gains Standards Board (FASB) wants to in 2012. If you are looking to buy eliminate the Capital lease vs Oper- a commercial property and can get ating lease options for companies financing, buy it. Rates have never to coincide with the International been lower. Finally, create pivot Accounting Standards Board (IASB). points. These are either/or scenarios This could drastically effect how a for what could potentially happen company reports its lease liability depending on the uncontrollable on its balance sheet. These rules are political and economic climate. As still unclear but they are being dis- always, you should plan, plan, plan. Until next time, don’t work for your cussed. real estate. Make your real estate Bush era tax cuts are set to work for you. expire. There are potential tax in*Information supplied by the creases on capital gains from 15% Urban Land Institute (ULI) to 20% and income tax rates would also increase. (Submitted Copy; Contact crafanello @localpagespublishing.com)
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*Predictions – Where are we going? Nationally the commercial real estate outlook is favorable over the next 3 years. Commercial property transaction volume is expected to increase by nearly 50% to over $312 billion. Commercial MortgageBacked Securities (CMBS) issuance is expected to more than double. Institutional real estate assets and real estate investment trusts (RE-
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ITs) are expected to provide returns ranging from 8.5% to 11% annually. Vacancy rates are expected to drop between 1.2 and 3.7 percentage points for office, retail, and industrial properties and remain stable at low levels for apartments. Hotel occupancy rates are expected to rise. Rents are expected to increase for all property types, with 2012 increases ranging from 0.8 percent for retail up to 5.0 percent for apartments. Higher inflation,
625 Clark Avenue King of Prussia, PA 19406 Contact: Joe O'Donnell Email: jodonnell@OmegaRE.com 610-616-4606 Realtor: OMEGA Commercial Real Estate. 4,000-8,000+ SQFT Office Condo, $12.00 + Electric and Janitorial, Tailgate Loading Available, For Lease or For Sale, Aggressive Ownership, Great Location: Minutes from PA Turnpike, I-76, I-476, Rt 202 & Rt 23, Amenities include: Restaurants: Cheese Cake Factory, Legal Seafood, Sullivan’s Steakhouse, Shopping: King of Prussia Mall, Courtside Square & Henderson Square
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OFFICE SPACE for Lease or Sale! 529 Swede Street Norristown, PA 19401 Contact: Joe O'Donnell Email: jodonnell@OmegaRE.com 610-616-4606 Realtor: OMEGA Commercial Real Estate.
1,700 to 3,900 sq ft of Office Space, Lawyers Row, SBA HubZone, Close to Montgomery County Courthouse, Furniture Available. Great Location: Minutes from Rt 202, PA Turnpike, I-76, I-476, close to King of Prussia, Plymouth Meeting, Blue Bell and Valley Forge. On-Site Management. Aggresive Ownership
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A Family Affair
Almost every family has one, a family reunion that is. Most will range between 25 -150 family members each year. Many families have decided to take the family reunion “on the road.” Much like the popularity of destination weddings, family reunion travel is on the rise.
Destination family reunions create an incentive for everyone to get together. Not only is it a great excuse to see each other, it is also a wonderful way to relax, catch up and create long lasting family memories. Instead of just a few hours or one day, extend the family joy. These family reunions Consider the phrase, “The family who plays together, stays together.” What can range from a long weekend at a seaside or mountain resort to a cruise or resort vacation or a journey “home” to your roots. better way for the family to stay together than through travel? Whether choosing a family reunion or a special celebration, According to a study by Concordia University in Canada, intertraveling with family members creates unforgettable memogenerational activities promote health and wellness among ries. seniors and create special bonds with children and grandchildren. While together in special situations, the grandSome families include travel to mark special lifetime mileparents have an opportunity to share life experiences and stones, like a 65th birthday, 50th anniversary or graduagrandchildren have the ability to share current events in tion. While some invite guests to lavish parties, others find their lives as well. family time together on vacation much more meaningful. Traveling and exploring new destinations, spending qualSo why not think about travel with your extended famity time together, sharing laughs and memories as family ily for your next vacation? It could be the best family are experiences that last a lifetime. investment you ever make. Imagine the feeling traveling with your family; children, (Submitted Copy; Contact crafanello@localpagparents and grandparents, back in time to a town espublishing.com) where your great-grandparents or their parents’ lived. Walk down a small cobblestone alley of an old city where their home or business stood or drive through the countryside to find their old farmhouse. Maybe meet long lost relatives still living there to add to the journey or visit city hall and meet with archivists to learn more about the history of the town and family roots. Think of the special family bond to be created.
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For many people, fall events like Halloween are fun times to dress up in costumes, go trick-or-treating, attend parties, and eat yummy treats. These events are also opportunities to provide nutritious snacks, get physical activity, and focus on safety. Halloween is a cherished tradition but the excitement of the night can cause children to forget to be careful. There is no real "trick" to making Halloween a real treat for the entire family. The major dangers are not from witches or spirits but rather from falls and pedestrian/car crashes. Both children and adults need to think about safety on this annual day of make-believe. Below are tips to help make the festivities fun and safe for trick-or-treaters and party guests.
Costume Design and accessories • Always wear hypoallergenic or non-toxic make-up. When buying special Halloween makeup, check for packages containing ingredients that are labeled "Made with U.S. Approved Color Additives," "Laboratory Tested," "Meets Federal Standards for Cosmetics," or "Non-Toxic." Follow manufacturer's instruction for application. Only adults should apply the make-up to children and remove it with cold cream or eye make-up remover instead of soap. • False eyelashes and costume make-up can also irritate eyes. It’s very important to follow the directions on the product package on how to apply and remove safely. • Contact lenses that come in a variety of styles and colors, such as cat eyes or snake eyes, have been a popular addition to some costumes in the past years, especially for teens. But many parents may not be aware that in November 2005, President Bush signed a bill into law which makes it illegal to purchase these contacts, even if they are noncorrective, without a prescription. • Never wear costumes that could block vision such as some masks, wigs, hats or eye patches. • Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping and falling. • Take extra effort to eliminate tripping hazards on your porch and walkway such as hoses, potted plants, etc. Make sure jack-o-lanterns are also placed out of the way. • Look for costumes made of flame-retardant material. • Avoid props or accessories that have sharp edges or pointed ends such as pitchforks, spears, knives, swords or wands.
Getting Treats • Carefully examine all trick-or-treat items for signs of tampering before allowing children to eat them. Inspect any toys or novelty items received by kids age 3 and younger as they may pose a choking hazard. • Give children an early meal before going out. Stash a couple of treats from home in their pocket in case they get hungry while out and about. You know this was checked before they go out. • Insist that treats they receive be brought home for inspection before anything is eaten. • Wash fruit and slice into small pieces. • When in doubt, throw it out. • Do not accept open drinks or unwrapped snacks at strangers’ homes.
Giving treats or hosting a party • Provide more nutritious treats for trick-or-treaters, such as individual packs of raisins, trail mix, and pretzels. For party guests, offer a variety of fruits, vegetables, and cheeses. • Use party games and trick-or-treat time as an opportunity for kids to get their daily dose of 60 minutes of physical activity. • Be sure walking areas and stairs are well-lit and free of obstacles that could result in falls. • Keep candle-lit jack-o’-lanterns and luminaries away from doorsteps, walkways, landings, and curtains. Place them on sturdy tables, keep them out of the reach of pets and small children, and never leave them unattended. • Remind drivers to watch out for trick-or-treaters and to drive safely. Follow these tips to help make the festivities fun and safe for everyone! For questions or more information contact Pat Fallon, Health Educator at 610-278-5117 x 6782.
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While trick or treating • When trick-or-treating, always wear bright, reflective clothing or decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape/patches. Carry a bright flashlight to improve visibility. • Always accompany children while trick-or-treating. Only go to houses you are familiar with and only visit homes that have the porch light on. • Do not enter homes or apartments without adult supervision. • Walk, do not run, from house to house. Do not cross yards and lawns where unseen objects or the uneven terrain can present tripping hazards. • Walk on sidewalks, not in the street. • Walk on the left side of the road, facing traffic if there are no sidewalks.
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With the change of seasons, come new additions to Plymouth Meeting Mall! Shoppers will be pleased to find new stores, new services and new energy. Mercy Health System, a health and wellness office aligned with Mercy Suburban Hospital, is now open at the shopping center, giving the community a convenient place for health care visits. Whether seeing a primary care physician or specialist, going to physical therapy, or having a non-invasive procedure, the new facility offers a variety of medical services, including a walk-in clinic. And, while waiting for an appointment, patients can shop the mall with a beeper inhand. Or, before or after a visit, the mall’s many restaurants, from California Pizza Kitchen to Benihana, are perfect for a bite to eat. For those who love accessories and jewelry, the new Charming Charlie is the place to be. The new large store offers an unmatched selection of fashionable women’s jewelry, hair accessories, handbags, clutches, wallets, women's apparel, shoes, sunglasses, scarves and belts grouped by color. Plus, it makes putting an outfit together simple— the accessories are organized by color, instead of category. The arrival of Charming Charlie completes Plymouth Meeting Mall’s outdoor lifestyle retail wing, which also boasts Chico’s, Coldwater Creek, Jos. A. Banks, LOFT, Massage Envy, OLLY Shoes, and Orvis along with upscale grocer Whole Foods Market & Café, which features an in-store pub and a rooftop deck. Inside the mall, affordable fashion retailer Strawberry and Calla Lily Salon also recently opened, joining Macy’s, Boscov’s, Aéropostale, Bath & Body Works, Express, H&M, Justice, and Victoria’s Secret, to name a few leading stores.
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Our sympathies are with the victims of the Colorado movie theater shooting and their families. We have read about the individual acts of courage, and I'm sure we will learn more about the actions of those in the theater and of the shooter, in the near future. What would you do in a similar situation? You're in a crowded, public place with limited exits and someone starts shooting? It's unfortunate that we live in a world where these things happen, but we do, and we do have to consider what our actions would be in a comparable scenario. We can't avoid bad things that happen; and we can't stop living our lives. Here is some advice to help you to navigate a horrible occurrence. First, be aware. It is important to know your surroundings. Look around, take in what is going on around you. It's difficult to tell people what is suspicious, but you will know it when you see it. Second, take action. If you do think something is suspicious, then act on it. Tell someone who works for the place, tell someone you're with, and find out what is going on. Of course the seriousness of the situation will dictate the actions you take. Third, respond. Your response will depend on the situation, but basically you have 3 options, escape, take cover or concealment, or attack. Your first thought will probably be on how to escape. Knowing your surroundings will help you to escape. If you can't escape, then take cover by getting under or behind something or conceal yourself somehow. In a dark movie theater possibly laying between two rows of seats will be all you can do. Taking the last option will depend on your situation and abilities. Are you in a position to attack the threat? If you are, do you have the training or tools to disable or defeat the threat? Thinking about which option you would take will make that decision quicker and may be the deciding factor in your success. To learn more about personal security, contact The Security Advisors at 610277-7700 or gordon.associates@thesecurityadvisors.com. (Submitted Copy; Contact crafanello@localpagespublishing.com)
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A Nice Place To Visit About Us………………… Dr. Anne Facchiano graduated from Temple University School of Dentistry in 1995, and completed a General Practice Residency there in 1996. She practiced as an Associate in the area for several years before purchasing her practice located in a charming Norristown neighborhood.
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In addition, Dr. Facchiano is a member of the American Academy of Dr. Facchiano provides dentistry for the whole family. From rou- Cosmetic Dentistry, and the American Association of Women Dentists. tine dental care and cleanings to cosmetic dental services such as Denisha Hall is a Dental Assistant and Certified Dental teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, crowns, bridges and implant X-Ray Technician, as well as Office Manager and Insurrestorations. She also provides screening for oral cancer and gum ance Coordinator, so no matter where you are in the disease, deep gum scaling and treatment with a state of the art office you will see her bright smile and experience her diode laser, as well as root canals, extractions, and dentures. warm and friendly assistance. She is currently working towards a bachelor’s degree in Business Healthcare at Gwynedd Mercy College.
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At Dr. Facchiano’s office you’re never a number. We know each and every patient and consider many of them our friends. In fact, A Nice Place To Visit………………… a high percentage of our business is from long time patients and With convenient hours and a clean, modern office, word of mouth referrals. We take that responsibility very seriously you’ll feel completely comfortable with us. and strive to live up to the trust placed in us. We look forward to meeting you! (Submitted Copy; Contact crafanello@localpagespublishing.com)
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Did you spend this summer wishing you could wear your favorite sandals? But you wouldn’t dare expose your toes because your nails were discolored and thick? Don’t spend another minute hiding in your shoes! NOW is the time to fix the problem for next year. Be forewarned, there is no quick fix to eliminating toenail fungus. By the time it is noticeable on your nails, it has been in your body for months. Treatment is going to take just as long to rid you of the fungus. Where did it come from? A fungal toenail infection can be picked up in many common places... pools, showers, gyms, even your own home. It can come from skin infections like athletes foot or jock itch. Trauma or an injury to your nail can also cause a fungal infection. Because fungus loves to grow in dark, wet, and warm places, your shoes are an ideal breeding ground. In the perfect environment, fungal infections are highly contagious.
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Prevention is key. If you have any other infections, make sure to treat them quickly. Practice good hygiene with your feet, keeping them clean and dry, Toenail fungus causes a change in the color of the nail, often to a yellow especially between the toes. Pay attention to your shoes. Make sure they or green tint. You may also notice a change in the shape of the nail. In ad- are clean and dry them out between wears. Even consider spraying your shoes with an antibacterial/anti-fungal product. If you notice peeling, itchivanced cases, the nail will thicken and debris will form underneath. ness, redness, pain, or an odor, don’t ignore it. Make an appointment to see Uh oh!!! Now what can I do? your podiatrist. There are a variety of treatments available. Prescription strength topical medicines can be effective for moderate cases and must be used daily for While some feel that fungal nails are embarrassing, they are actually an ex6-12 months. There are also oral medications. These should be discussed with tremely common problem. Unfortunately, everyone waits until the weather warms up before they come to see me. Don’t make that same mistake. Treat your podiatrist to weigh the risks vs. benefits. your fungal toenails now, and next summer you will be showing off your The newest treatment at Barking Dogs Foot and Ankle Care is laser therapy. toes in your favorite sandals! A painless laser is applied to the nail and directly kills the fungus. The appearance of your nail changes as the fungal nail grows out and the new, (Submitted Copy; Contact crafanello@localpagespublishing.com) I think I may have this... but what does it look like?
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EVERYTHING is Personal You don’t just put your money in a bank. You put your trust. You bring your goals. Your worries. Your dreams for the future. And a good bank looks out for all of them. At Firstrust, our aim is to create a personal relationship with all of our customers – whether you have a large business or a small personal account. To understand what you need – even if you’re not quite sure what that is. Sometimes, a business needs more than just cash. It needs a trusted advisor. A sounding board. An ally who can understand where you are now – and how to get you where you really want to be. As a business customer, you’ll have a dedicated team of banking specialists who will get to know you, as well as your business. Loan decisions are made by people you know on a first name basis. And if you ever want to talk to the president or even the CEO of the bank, you can do that too. Whether you need a loan, a line of credit, real estate financing or cash management services – or just someone you really can trust, Firstrust is here, and ready to help. And as we
get to know you, we encourage you to get to know us. Understand that at Firstrust, you’re not just another customer. You’re one of the family. We go to great lengths to serve our customers. We’ve even been known to make house calls when elderly people can’t make it in to the bank. Or call customers to let them know their balance is low – before they incur any overdraft charges. In short, we provide a level of care you might not expect from a bank. Firstrust began in 1934 as a small, family owned business. And while we’ve grown to become one of the largest banks in the region – we are still the same family owned business. We’ve never been sold, or even been up for sale. To Chief Executive Officer Richard J. Green, it means following the legacy of his grandfather. Treating people with respect. Helping them create their own stories of success. In short, welcoming them into the family. Because at Firstrust, everything is personal. (Submitted Copy; Contact crafanello @localpagespublishing.com)
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Don’t let the leaves be the only change in autumn, make a commitment to change your life. of health instead of guilt. Eating right will change your body and your life.
Are you having trouble sticking to a diet program? Sick of points, pre packed meals, pills, fasts and trendy quick fixes? Are you ready to start eating real food and being the healthiest you have ever been? Do you find yourself with a pantry and fridge full of food and no time to cook? Do you end up ordering take out way more than you want to? Are you wasting money at the store thinking everything in you cart is healthy, just to find out your "health food" is anything but? Does grocery shopping intimidate or confuse you? Do you have trouble understanding labels, the dirty dozen, EFA's, trans fats, healthy fats, all natural, organic, fat free, sugar free, diet, GMO's, gluten free, dairy free, meat free, Paleo, Atkins, raw foods, or any other of the buzz words we hear?
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It is time to put your fears aside, and let me be your guide through the grocery store jungle. I can advise you, educate you, and help you identify and really learn what you should be putting in your cart. Whether it is snacks, soda, or desserts that are your weakness, I can assist you in swapping out the unhealthful foods you crave with some easy and delicious alternatives that will satisfy you and keep you on your quest for health and weight loss.
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I am Maria Gelet, a certified Health and Nutrition Coach who is on a mission to help people improve their health through food. Grocery tours and education are just one way that I can help you get your health back on track. Along with private coaching, my blog, Sinfully Nutritious, is an inspiration for healthy meals and snacks. To find out if health coaching is what you need to get your health on track, please visit www.appetitefornutrition. com or you can visit my blog for a peek into the kitchen of a Nutrition Coach by visiting www. If you answered, "yes" to anyone sinfullynutritious.blogspot.com. of these questions, and you are (Submitted Copy; Contact crafanello sick and tired of being sick and tired, try the real food challenge. @localpagespublishing.com) The holiday season is quickly approaching; give yourself the gift
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By Dr. Marlene Mash
Q. What’s the difference between Liposuction and Liposelection?
Q: What is VASER Liposuction? A. VASER Liposuction is a highly sophisticated alternative to traditional liposuction. It uses ultrasound technology to emulsify the fat in your body. By turning the fat into a liquid, the fat can be easily removed from the body using a suction cannula. The technique selectively removes fat without damaging blood vessels, nerves and tissue. As a result of this, it creates far less trauma to the body and reduces the recovery times. VASER Liposuction can be used in many areas of the body, including the back, the abdomen, breasts and other areas that were previously difficult to sculpt with traditional methods. Q: Is VASER Lipo better than Smart Lipo? A. It’s not a matter of ‘better’ per se; they are very different methods of removing fat from the body. Smart Lipo has some advantages over traditional liposuction, but VASER works differently in the way that it removes the fat and has more advantages than conventional lipo and Smart laser solutions. Simply put, Smart Lipo uses a laser to break up the fat, whereas VASER Lipo uses ultrasound technology. VASER Lipo has demonstrated excellent recovery times, because it does not damage blood vessels, nerves or connective tissues when it is melting the fat. VASER Lipo is performed under local anaesthesia and greatly reduces risk and recovery times.
A. These are all marketing terms used within the cosmetic treatment industry for similar products. ‘Liposuction’ is simply the term used for the frequently performed surgical procedure that removes unwanted fat from the body using a suction system. ‘LipoSelection’ is a trade term that is associated with VASER, the advanced ultrasound technology that emulsifies body fat. Unlike traditional liposuction methods, it can be used on densely fibrous areas such as the back. Q. Which areas of the body does VASER Liposelection work best on? A. I have achieved great success using VASER ultrasound technology to remove emulsified fat from many different areas of the body. I have had excellent success removing unwanted fatty tissue from the following areas: Abdomen, Thighs, Knees, Buttocks, Hips, Arms, Male Breast Area, Love Handles, and Neck areas. Due to the safe, non-invasive method that VASER uses, I can use Vaser on practically any area of the body where unwanted fat is stored. In fact, I also have developed a method using VASER Lioposuction in the treatment of Hyperhidrosis ‘excess sweating.’ Q. How do you use VASER Liposuction to treat Hyperhidrosis? A. Specifically for patients who sweat excessively, I use the Vaser ultrasonic frequency to eliminate the sweat glands. The procedure normally only takes about 30 minutes and results are seen in about a week. This treatment is usually permanent. (Go to her website to hear patients discuss the results at: www.DrMarleneMash.com) (Submitted Copy; Contact crafanello @localpagespublishing.com)
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17th ANNUAL
Lt. Patty Simons Law Enforcement Food Drive
HELP MONTGOMERY COUNTY’S LAW ENFORCEMENT COMMUNITY HELP THE HUNGRY THIS YEAR. Bring donations of non-perishable foods to your local Police/Sheriff’s Department or participating business. For a list of drop off sites visit www.greaternorristownpal.org Donations are being accepted until December 20th. Parade to the Salvation Army - Date & Time TBA (Check www.norristownpal.org for updated information.)
Items accepted daily at Greater Norristown PAL 340 Harding Blvd., Norristown 610-278-8040 or info@norristownpal.org
FOOD Drive Underway
The 17th Annual Lt. Patty Simons Law Enforcement food drive is underway. Area businesses and individuals are asked to participate. The Salvation Army local law enforcement agencies and over a dozen businesses participate. One hundred meals a day are served in The Salvation Army’s food shelter. There is a before and after school program for area children whose parents are working. Breakfast and afternoon snacks are provided to the children. Dinner is served to children who come in to do homework and to do a character building program. If the children were not fed in this program many would not eat until after 8pm. We hope that you may drop by to donate canned, boxed goods or packaged food. Salvation Army Food Drive Drop Off Locations: NORRISTOWN POLICE DEPT. BRIDGEPORT POLICE DEPT. EAST NORRITON POLICE DEPT. WEST NORRITON POLICE DEPT. WHITPAIN POLICE DEPT. PLYMOUTH POLICE DEPT.
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Regardless of the size of your company, it is important to have a brand that people identify with. This can be a challenge as our marketing budgets keep shrinking. The most common solution is to search the internet for an inexpensive promotional product without consideration for its true purpose or quality. At Tonbo Visual Promotions, we specialize in forming an integrated marketing strategy that fits within our client’s budget while effectively promoting their brand with superior products and services. With so many web-based promotional product companies offering incredible specials, it’s hard to imagine why you need to work directly with a local company. If you’ve gone that route, then you already know the answer. There are numerous pitfalls to ordering online that most people aren’t aware of till it’s too late.
- Inaccurate sizing due to different brands - Poor packaging causing broken or damaged items - No guarantees or questionable return/exchange policies - Restocking and shipping costs charged on returns - No communication for items on backorder - Shipping costs that exceed true shipping costs - No specific customer service representative to work directly with - Working with a safe, legitimate company with a secure site It’s time to move away from the impulse purchases and try a new direction in your promotional marketing. When working with Tonbo Visual Promotions, customer service and guaranteed work is our top priority. We do this with our VIP Service…Finding the right Vehicle…for making the right Impression…that attracts the right Person. We work directly with our clients to create and promote a cohesive brand image through an integrated, coordinated quality suite of products aligned with your marketing objectives. Our success is evident by the long-term relations with our clients. Tonbo Visual Promotions is a minority owned business with over 30 years of industry experience. If you’re ready to try a different strategy that actually works in promoting your business, please contact Fred Taffer at 215.723.0250, fred@tonbopromo.com or www.tonbopromo.com. (Submitted Copy; Contact crafanello@localpagespublishing.com)
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cause immense damage to computer systems. Though these viruses did not steal personal information or launch moneymaking web scams, they paved the way for the current generation of viruses by leveraging the size and speed of the internet to inOne of the most common quesflict damage on a scale unimagtions we hear at Tom’s Help Desk ined decades earlier. is “why do people do this?” The success of major viruses in Dealing with the frustration the early 2000s attracted profesand fear brought by a computer sional criminals who recognized virus, customers struggle to the potential profit of wideunderstand what motivated the spread internet attacks. Today, criminals that reached across the professional criminals make up internet to make their lives more the majority of virus authors. difficult. So why do viruses exist? The proliferation of the internet What motivates the villains reprovides talented criminal coders sponsible for so many computer with an unavoidable opportunity crashes, headaches, and sleepless for profit. Organized criminal nights? Answering these quesinstitutions craft viruses to steal tions requires a look back into bank credentials and credit card the history of viruses. numbers. Professional crimiWhile some computer viruses nals write viruses that use large existed as early as the 1970s, groups of infected computers many of the most famous early to send out spam and to launch computer viruses plagued the internet scams. Cybercriminals, internet beginning in the late like regular criminals, use viruses 80s and into the 90s. In this early to steal, extort, and ultimately, era of viruses, most virus creators make money. were either tech-savvy teenagAnd they make a lot of money. ers with curiosity and deviousBy stealing credit card and bank ness, disgruntled employees with account information, tricking a grudge, or young computer users into paying for illegitimate scientists with something to software, and stealing money prove. While a few notable cywith email scams, cyber criminals bercriminals garnered fame with generate millions of dollars in disastrous computer hacks, most profit. early virus attacks took place on So why did someone take the a small scale and caused little or time to write a virus? Why no permanent damage. bother tricking us into clicking In the late 90s and into the “download” or following an 2000s, the landscape of computer email link to some “cool new crime saw a notable shift. Masvideo?” The answer is simpler sive attacks like the 1999 Melissa than you might expect. Money. Virus and the 2000 ILOVEYOU (Submitted Copy; Contact crafanello virus demonstrated the power @localpagespublishing.com) of viruses to spread rapidly and
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On Wednesday, June 27, 2012, Mercy Suburban Hospital hosted a Dedication and Blessing to mark the unveiling of the new Mercy Cancer Center, located on the campus of the hospital in East Norriton. The new facility will begin accepting patients in early July. The new Mercy Cancer Center is a 12,000-square foot, two-story outpatient facility offering a comprehensive array of cancer care services to detect, diagnose and treat cancer. The new center houses brand-new equipment with an emphasis on advanced radiation technology. A newly acquired image-guided linear accelerator uses RapidArc technology to target tumors with tremendous speed and precision. High-dose-rate brachytherapy is available for delivering targeted radiation to cancerous cites while sparing surrounding tissue. “What patients will find is a convenient, modern facility that’s comfortable, easy to access and has all of the latest technology for providing (Submitted Copy; Contact crafanello advanced cancer care,” says Robert DiDomenico, administrative director @localpagespublishing.com) of the Oncology Program at Mercy Suburban Hospital. “Cancer Center patients will now have their own entrance, dedicated parking and all of Mercy Suburban’s cancer care
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