A psychiatrist’s inappropriate patient relationship | Inquirer Lower Merion
Plus, a popular sourdough bakery’s move from a living room to a storefront.
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A local psychiatrist is seeking to get her license back after it was revoked for inappropriate sexual contact with a young patient. Also this week, a sourdough startup founded in a Rosemont living room has expanded, a bike share program could be coming to the township, plus, we pay a visit to the newly updated 333 Belrose.
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Bryn Mawr psychiatrist Amy Mazza MacIntyre, whose practice is on Lancaster Avenue, has had her medical license revoked after a state investigation found she had sex with a young patient for years while prescribing him powerful psychiatric drugs.
The former patient, who attended Lower Merion High School and is now 39 years old, breached a nondisclosure clause in a previous settlement by discussing the case with authorities “for the good of the public interest.”
“This is not acceptable and she needs to be held accountable,” he told The Inquirer’s Wendy Ruderman.
Here’s what to know before MacIntyre is scheduled to go before a judge to argue her case today.
Last year when John Goncher’s Rosemont living room had become overrun by sourdough loaves, he knew it was time to reassess his burgeoning bread business: “I said to my wife, ‘It either has to contract or it has to really grow.’”
Goncher opted for the latter and recently debuted a brick-and-mortar for Wild Yeast Bakehouse in Wayne.
His new storefront in the Eagle Village Shops was designed by the same team who renovated his family’s home and maintains a living room vibe, while dramatically upping capacity.
The Inquirer’s Jenn Ladd takes us inside the new space.
💡 Community News
Commissioners on Wednesday were poised to consider an agreement that would bring the first ever suburban expansion of bike share program Indego to Lower Merion. Check back here for updates from The Inquirer’s Denali Sagner.
Bryn Mawr resident Antonio Pozos was confirmed last week by the U.S. Senate to become the Philadelphia region’s newest federal judge. The 44-year-old was most recently a partner at law firm Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath.
Nearby Merion Golf Club’s East course is the second-best private golf course in Pennsylvania, according to a recent ranking from Golfweek. Several nearby courses, including Aronimink, also made the list.
🍽️ On our Plate
After a yearlong renovation, 333 Belrose is back up and running in neighboring Radnor. The Inquirer’s Michael Klein recently paid a visit to the Main Line staple to take a peek at its fresh “country house” aesthetic and approachable fare.
Mark your calendars: Pomelo Rooftop Terrace, the rooftop bar at the recently opened Brandywine hotel in Radnor, is debuting Aug. 8.
Nanu’s Hot Chicken in Ardmore is temporarily closed after a car crash resulted in damage to the storefront.
🎳 Things to Do
🎭 Hamilton: Catch a film screening of the original Broadway hit, complete with a singalong ahead of time. Registration is required. ⏰ Thursday, July 30, 5-8:30 p.m. 💵 Free 📍 Ludington Library
🎶 Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts: Hear Americana duo Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams perform. ⏰ Friday, July 31, 7 p.m. 💵 $25.88, free for kids 12 and under 📍 Bryn Mawr Gazebo
🥖 Hands on Challah Bake: Learn the basics of making this braided bread or get a refresher on it. ⏰ Thursday, Aug. 6, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 💵 $10 📍 Kaiserman JCC
🏡 On the Market
Situated near South Ardmore Park, this three-bedroom Wynnewood home has been updated over the years, including with a three-story addition. Among the highlights is a bright and airy primary suite with vaulted ceilings, multiple skylights, and lots of windows. The space also has a walk-in closet and a bathroom with a tub. There are three upcoming open houses: tonight from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., tomorrow from 5 to 7 p.m., and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
See more photos of the home here.
Price: $900,000 | Size: 2,722 SF | Acreage: 0.13
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