I would really love to see Norristown get the same revitalization treatment that Ambler, Lansdale and Phoenixville have had in the last decade. Would love to hear people's thoughts on how they think Norristown will be revived over the next 10 years (or if it won't!). I think there is enough money and interest in doing so, and I think that huge courthouse project will really help to make main street more appealing. I don't know that it will ever be at Doylestown or West Chester levels, but I think it can get much better (and safer) than it is now. I know they are also trying to revive the state hospital there to better serve the mental health/ addiction crisis in the area. I think this could be an incredible community in the coming years, but we need to fight an uphill battle of people associating "Norristown" with "Sh--hole". Certainly the surrounding areas in Trooper/ Audubon/ W & E Norriton, Plymouth Meeting and Valley Forge are really great places to live, hoping Norristown will finally see a piece of that success.
I wish you were correct. I’ve heard that norristown ships It’s mentally ill and homeless off in busses to Pottstown because it has cheap housing and that is partly why Pottstown has gotten really bad. I worked at the mall so I could see it.
My husband and I came to Norristown in 1999 as new homeowners seeking affordable housing that was close to highways and KOP (where I worked at the time) and never left because it just kept serving our needs. We raised our daughter here through the public schools and she loved her experience and is thriving at college now. We love being part of a diverse, progressive and growing town with beautiful architecture, a rich history, and a bright future! Very good video, Chris, and thank you for making it!
Thank you for your feedback because I am contemplating on taking a Amtrak there to visit then rent a car to take a tour and decide if moving there is worth it being a complete stranger in town. As an over 60 yr old, I just want to find a decently peaceful but easy accessible town w/good public transportation/medical care and grocery stores nearby. I wish I could email you to get an even better 1st person perspective. My friends and family think I'm crazy to just pick up and start over someplace new...😂🤷♀🤷♂
I was born in Sacred Heart Hospital in town and my moms side of the family (the Abla’s) created the zep and owns Lou’s steak shop. I’m very proud to say I’m from Norristown and that my family owns staple in town that’s been there since 1941! That was my Uncle Lou you were interviewing. So neat to see. Thanks for putting the spotlight on my Birthplace ❤️🇺🇸
I was born in SW Philly and my parents moved us to Norristown in the late 70’s. I grew up on Moore St and I had an amazing child hood. We had the YWCA ,YMCA, The Carver and countless other things. As I got older I watched the decline. It saddens me cause I loved it as a kid and wanted my children to experience it as well. I moved away 9yrs ago and my family still there and I visit from time to time and the place where I grew up has changed so much
@@biblegirl2980 Reading your comment stirred up some good memories. I grew up on the 300blk Moore St and Lou’s had the best ice cream. Remember Nino?? I never went to the Carver to swim but I went to the dances. I miss the good ole days
I love Norristown it’s real chill I used to live on Standbridge street right off Main Street this was a cool interview, nothing like seeing my educated brothers talking and spreading information.
I am happy to see something positive about this part of suburban Philadelphia region. I was born at Lankenau hospital and grew up in Valley Forge. Visited my father in Coshohocken and Norristown for many years. Norristown was synonymous in my mind with fear of drug activity, and very heavy incarceration activity. I really hope Norristown can continue on the up and up if it really is going in that direction now.
When i grew up in Norristown in the late 60's and 80's Norristown was alway a tight fit Community . until the Mid 80's when Crack cocaine and heroin ruined some of provadent area ...but it good seeing it all being revidal
What's wrong with gentrification? Afraid the properties there might actually be worth buying? Guess what, if you can't afford the cost of living In your area, that's your own failure. Time to move.
Norristown is on a big come back been here since 2006 I hope things get better 🙏🏿 it is successful but it felt like more of a community when I came here technology changed things a lot.
That area has been developed like crazy over the last few years. One of my in-laws lives right there in that little area as well, but on the east Norriton side of Johnson Highway.
I lived on Pine St and Logan. My best friend lived on the corner of Markley and Johnson Hwy. in a very old 200 year old house that was torn down in the 1980’s. If memory serves there was PennDOT, a bank, and a Hardee’s on the other corners.
You obviously don’t know what “investment” and “undervalued” means. You can’t see the future either. Conshohocken was shit 20 years ago -I used to work there when those townhomes and office buildings and apartments were brownfield lots. South Philly and university city were $50,000 shells also and temple’s campus was next to the “projects” and you could buy shells for less than 50k. KOP & Conshohocken are all too expensive now so norristown is a great opportunity. The Schulkyl trail is 500 feet behind my house that we just bought and my neighbors have no idea of the value.
Yes, a complete load of manure Taxes on a $120K twin built in the 1950 s (sales price then at $12,500) near Johnson Hwy are 5 grand a year Norristown is a place to avoid at all costs, unless one has a mental illness
@@jimcrawford3185 Not at all. Taxes in the majority of the county’s are > $3,000 a year. Near center city Philadelphia, it’s up there unless you have a tax abatement on a new build or full renovation. You actually want your taxes to be high = better schools and better public services and highways/roads etc. I know you don’t see it, but Norristown is a diamond in the rough with the home sizes and it’s convenience to KOP, CC, NJ, and Conshohocken.
@@sterlingking1243 Sterling, l ve spoken to homeowners in Norristown area and 5 grand a year for $120K property is scale The idea that high taxes will pay for improved social services is a school boy s dream... gov t is greedy and criminal Or haven t you noticed? By saying Norristown is a diamond in the rough is like declaring that one can polish a turd
I agree, just a smaller reflection of Philadelphia. Loaded with corruption and crime just like Philly!!! LMAO!!! I know cause I still live in Philly so I know. But soon to get outta here!!! We get hit with high ass taxes and get nothing in return!!! The Democrats have been destroying Philly since 1952!!!
Born in suburban right on dekalb in the middle of town. Sister in the late Montgomery hospital (it’s gone now). Only place I feel comfortable, even though it’s not the safest. We all look out for each other. We are on a come up ! My generation is going to change things. Alr opening businesses and getting in community support. I love town!
My youngest son was also born at Montgomery 🙌🏾 Thanks for your comment, Rylee. There are definitely a lot of positive things going on within the community 💪🏾
I used to live in norritowns from 3 to 13 crazy how so much has changed is if they still have gangs but when I was there they had hella gang problems especially in the school shit was crazy
They do have a lot of diversity in Norristown and a lot of places where you can also enjoy diverse food as well. There are some nice people in Norristown, but you have a lot of not so nice people as well. There is a culture of people who wanna fight, argue, disrespect their elders, disrespect women, steal out of the local stores that cannot stop them and curse people out and don't care. Also, there is a subtle level of racism that do exist and it comes out in the persons behavior. It's subtle, but noticeable. You, have a lot of adults between the ages of 30 and 80 that cannot read, write or do arithmetic and lack basic communication skills. I don't know who's fault that is, nor am I'm judging. I'm just saying, what I've seen and experienced.
I was born at Sacred Heart Hospital. My family and I lived across the street from Lou's Hoagies Shop on Main St. We moved to Conshohocken in 1983 when I was 7 years old. All of my mom's family still lives in Norristown. Norristown was late to the game when Pennsylvania gave out grants for revitalization of neighborhoods. Conshohocken took the grants in the 80's and our one square mile town was on the cutting-edge of growing and improving. Hopefully Norristown will have the same outcomes that Conshy has.
You’re so right, they we’re definitely late to the game. Conshohocken has become an amazing community with thriving businesses. It would be great to see Norristown offer the same. Phoenixville is another great community who has gone through quite the transition over the years.
Norristowns future is scary. The way the school district has no discipline for their students acting out, skipping classes, having terrible grades. The fact that Roosevelt even exists goes to show how bad our school system is. I think forcing students into doing group activities like sports or clubs is enough to help students stay out of trouble.
@@WhoMovesYou Both. I graduated in 2020. You spend 180 days there, 8-9 hours a day, it’s kind of like a second home. It’s a parents and teachers responsibility to help their student/kid get their education that they need to not end up on the streets selling drugs to get by. There is so much potential for Norristown but the school district has only gotten worse over the years.
@@WhoMovesYou it's the state's fault. Norristown has a lead paint problem because it's older. Lead poisoning is highly correlative with behavioral problems and poor grades. As the county seat, Norristown has a lot of non-taxable property in its boundaries and does not have the tax base to deal with a lot of its problems on its own and should be getting help from Harrisburg.
@@kofinater as a realtor who works a large territory, lead paint is an issue in MANY communities with older homes. Norristown is a large rental community and because of the required testing, you’re finding out about the presence. This isn’t a Norristown problem. It’s common in any community with older homes.
Yes Norristown is a splendid garden spot to live in. Low crime, taxes and no drugs. Oh Wow 😲 thanks councilman! Btw your checks in the 📬 mail. Baha Ah ha 😂😆 lol.
It's home and familiar and family is here. But not much else here. Not many good jobs. High taxes. If you need government assistance many offices are here to help. It's a place for people who are starting out and immigrants because of all the social services. i don't think our local leaders think bringing good paying jobs and development are important. They like depending on high taxes and money from Harrisburg and always fighting an uphill battle to survive.
Oh...boyee...is it *really* THAT bad in person? Some of these comments are making me a little bit scared to visit and possibly relocate there..Got me thinking of Good Times...😮🤣😂😱
I'm a 16 year old that has lived in Jenkintown, Philadelphia, Pheonixville, Langhorne, etc. And to say that the leaders of Norristown are ignorant and irresponsible would be an understatement. Trust me, the people here are not bad. It's mayor and town officials are neglectful of this town. It's a horrible situation and someone higher up needs to crack down NOW.
@@WhoMovesYou First of all, they need to crack down on the criminal youth here. Most are just misguided or have fallen into the wrong crowd. A popular character here, MaskDownMar is sort of like the main guy leading the bs going on. Guns are in and out of the school daily and transactions of illegal drugs go on. There was a new student who was offering to aid in money laundering and expansion. It's crazy.
@@WhoMovesYou Huge fight happened yesterday, from the looks of it it was a brawl of 50 students, and they're going straight to blaming families and students rather than acknowledging that they allow this to go on.
I been away from Norristown for over 20 yrs ..l was amazed by the changes made..yes as well my family has a family owned buisness One stop .. Check cashing & Pawn & Gold ..
I grew up spending my weekends at my grandparents house on Trooper Rd. Loved the zoo. Texas Hots at Montgomery Lunch. Hell, I was born in Norristown. Years later, I moved there. Lived on Airy St for almost 3 years. And now, I can honestly say, from the bottom of my heart, with every fiber of my being, FU@& NORRISTOWN. Not everyone or everything is bad. Some nice places. Decent people. Even an actual good cop or two. But unfortunately 90% of the police force is on an ego fueled power trip. The majority of the local officials have god complexes. The prison is corrupt as hell. The homeless population is tremendous, growing, and offered very little help or opportunity. The drug situation is out of control and beyond belief. It's a damn shame. Comparing what it was to what it is, seeing what it has become and will be. The best thing to do in Norristown is LEAVE . . .
Yes! When the Italians ran it was amazing. Then blacks moved in because government forces section 8 and stuff like that now it’s Spanish in most places.
Ima 80 baby grew up in town an stay outside of town and hate it I was gooood from Moore st ta east norristown my brothers lived n died here n my town is thee hish best place ever if u was boppin u was protected from the inertia structure of it people know me n I’m coming back 1000% what’s up all my folk touch is back
Myself and sister were waiting for food in Gangster Vegan and Lili Taylor walked in. Nobody remembered her name so everyone was like 'hey.. it's you.. from the movies...' She was pissed!🤣
This video cannot be real. I ride my bike through there sometimes and it's beyond sketchy. So much crime. My sister lived there and would hear gunshots at night she moved out of there as soon as she could.
Dad lived there. on few visits i attended school. moon landing on tv. mom worked 1963 NYC worlds fair. i only white kid in class no problem. got butt whipped by prince.nabor kid was preachers son. we rented a few places on times but fond memories. Dads ashes lay in famous memorial. Kin & cousins not stay in touch . last drove through 2000 .
The zoo is awesome but the area is dangerous. Most people don’t stop at stop signs they roll through. Food selection is ok. Not very good choices if you have court duty.
Only time that I got thrown out of a bar was over 40 years ago. We were working outside on a cold damp day and decided to go to a Noristown bar to eat lunch & warm up. As we entered two girls who would never win a beauty pageant said something nasty to my boss. He yelled where you going to the SPCA to get your dog tags. Any way the bartender/owner heard him then throw us out. Me & another coworker never spoke a single word.
Bread is king absolute! I live in scranton pa around it I mean. But my girlfriend parents moved up to Muncy Valley PA they dont have any baker's up there. They don't even know of national bakery
T touch aka taker aka money man I love all y’all n miss u lost afloat great ones my brothers no names needed if u knew me peace n love I’m coming home baby god bless all who had me n tha protection an love an respect ✊🏻 I was givin I love my town and all who bang Witt me what up b what up every one ☝️ I wish love n peace glad I seen my town in a great light I’ll c y’all soon
It depends on where your located . We got lucky growing up right there on Markley st where it’s mostly businesses and restaurants. If you go way down the east end past Dekalb st it’s FAR from sweet you can get touched on , if you go too far up main st by the budget inn (now called red carpet inn) chances are your surrounded by smokers and dudes that are constantly in and out of jail
Legitimate question. Yes, unfortunately Norristown does report higher crime rates than some other surrounding communities. Most of the report crime is property/theft related.
An 82 yr old lady l do handyman work for was tied up and robbed in W Norriton (1/2 mi north of Norristown) The area needs to be nuked from space... it s the only way to be sure
I was born in Montgomery Hospital 1947 during a snowstorm. Grew up there Attended Gotwals on Oak st. Then Stewrart till the change to Rittenhouse, then to Eisenhower High School onStergire street just above Elmwood park, and the ZOO. Served as Firefighter in all 5 stations...Hancock, Montgomery, Humane ,Fairmount, until the 70's, and Norris till I returned to retire in the navy 1995. Lived on 400 BLK OF Barbadoes...across from Times Herald, then to 700 blk of Swede. Now living in Virginia Beach, Va. nearly 40 years. Norristown is no longer the place I want to go back to now. The old expression...You Cant Go Home is true.
Norristown class a 2000 holla I dint make it but i always get my due respect Izzy wsss around thee realest big up fat Mikey my brother fa life he wit me I feel his spirit Mikey b Nick nato b Vance lil g my nierborhood click gets cut by my dear friend at vacante barber shop I cut better lmfao I’m playin go c my boy Chris he got u we must remember that you are who you are and I’m proud of my brothers dead ☠️ an alive doing well I’m proud of all whom have families and made it I miss and love u all what up Kevin💯
I agree with the amount of history that Norristown hold besides the history there’s nothing exciting about Norristown at all! The cost of living is extremely high. I hope Norristown does something with Main Street like make it a cool strip to shop and eat. The Mexicans are doing well for themselves with Marshall street, they have markets bakery and little boutiques. Over all Norristown is nothing to write home about.
Depends where “home” is. If you’re concerned about the amount of businesses owned by the Mexican population, what actions should be taken to see other business owners come in? Are you a business owner? Do you plan on owning a business? Or are you just here to complain?
@@WhoMovesYou None of what I said was a complaint these are observations based on my experience living in town which so happens to be actual facts. So where are you going with your reply to my comment?
“ There’s nothing exciting about Norristown at all! The cost of living is extremely high.” Noted. I now understand the difference between an observation and a complaint. Thanks again!
They are trying to revitalize Norristown for decades. Taxes are high, only certain areas aren't run down. mostly unemployed, immigrants, crime, crappy streets, just plain run down because it was affordable for certain people and unfortunately that attracts all walks of life. Some areas are slightly better than others but you have to know the area. A few miles away are East and West norriton which is night and day from Norristown. Better neighborhoods and people. You know the deal
Facts this video is not showing Norristown see they on Main Street these streets are horrible I had to pay over four thousand dollars to get new shocks because I hit a major pothole on Main Street by McDonald’s every block is messed up Sad & it’s nothing here for the kids no YMCA etc…..🤔🤔🤔🤔
I like norristown ,as an immigrant town ,I wish all the landlords reduce prices on rent ,they always take advantage of it ,not to mention the parking ticket
You’re comparing an entire county to a small town. I’m not seeing the correlation, but I appreciate your insight. I will honestly say that there are some extremely questionable areas within Bucks County but say what you will. Lol
I friend of mines moved to Norristown about 6 months ago. Her lease is up in 3 months and she can't wait to move out !!! The cops won't help her from her next door neighbor who is stalking and harassing her from day one !! He lives there with his girlfriend who knows what he is doing and let's him hide there ! Cops have a warrant for his arrest but don't try their best to catch him . She now has to carry a weapon! Go Norristown. SMH
That sucks for your friend and he’s very unfortunate. However, that doesn’t sound like an issue because of Norristown. That sounds like she move next to a crazy person what can happen anywhere. Thanks for taking the time to comment though.
@@WhoMovesYou You are right . I see on t.v. where the celebrities live in those exclusive neighborhoods and have all kinds of troubles! Troubles are everywhere and you don't know where to move! . Sometimes it's like jumping from the frying pan into the fire 🔥 !! But I have seen other troubles in Norristown also . You don't know where to go . 🤔
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I would really love to see Norristown get the same revitalization treatment that Ambler, Lansdale and Phoenixville have had in the last decade. Would love to hear people's thoughts on how they think Norristown will be revived over the next 10 years (or if it won't!). I think there is enough money and interest in doing so, and I think that huge courthouse project will really help to make main street more appealing. I don't know that it will ever be at Doylestown or West Chester levels, but I think it can get much better (and safer) than it is now. I know they are also trying to revive the state hospital there to better serve the mental health/ addiction crisis in the area. I think this could be an incredible community in the coming years, but we need to fight an uphill battle of people associating "Norristown" with "Sh--hole". Certainly the surrounding areas in Trooper/ Audubon/ W & E Norriton, Plymouth Meeting and Valley Forge are really great places to live, hoping Norristown will finally see a piece of that success.
I wish you were correct. I’ve heard that norristown ships It’s mentally ill and homeless off in busses to Pottstown because it has cheap housing and that is partly why Pottstown has gotten really bad. I worked at the mall so I could see it.
My husband and I came to Norristown in 1999 as new homeowners seeking affordable housing that was close to highways and KOP (where I worked at the time) and never left because it just kept serving our needs. We raised our daughter here through the public schools and she loved her experience and is thriving at college now. We love being part of a diverse, progressive and growing town with beautiful architecture, a rich history, and a bright future! Very good video, Chris, and thank you for making it!
Thank you for your feedback, Christine. I truly appreciate the time taken to watch the video
Thank you for your feedback because I am contemplating on taking a Amtrak there to visit then rent a car to take a tour and decide if moving there is worth it being a complete stranger in town. As an over 60 yr old, I just want to find a decently peaceful but easy accessible town w/good public transportation/medical care and grocery stores nearby. I wish I could email you to get an even better 1st person perspective. My friends and family think I'm crazy to just pick up and start over someplace new...😂🤷♀🤷♂
I was born in Sacred Heart Hospital in town and my moms side of the family (the Abla’s) created the zep and owns Lou’s steak shop. I’m very proud to say I’m from Norristown and that my family owns staple in town that’s been there since 1941! That was my Uncle Lou you were interviewing. So neat to see. Thanks for putting the spotlight on my Birthplace ❤️🇺🇸
I remember going to Lou’s and getting great big ice cream cones from Nino. God I missed those days!!!
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Underrated zoo! It's insane they have a zoo, but it's awesome.
The entire city is a zoo. 😅
I was born in SW Philly and my parents moved us to Norristown in the late 70’s. I grew up on Moore St and I had an amazing child hood. We had the YWCA ,YMCA, The Carver and countless other things. As I got older I watched the decline. It saddens me cause I loved it as a kid and wanted my children to experience it as well. I moved away 9yrs ago and my family still there and I visit from time to time and the place where I grew up has changed so much
It did decline. I loved the Carver Center $1.00 to swim. Double Dutch, Lou’s, the Zoo, Joy Bus… but now it’s not so pretty
@@biblegirl2980 Reading your comment stirred up some good memories. I grew up on the 300blk Moore St and Lou’s had the best ice cream. Remember Nino?? I never went to the Carver to swim but I went to the dances. I miss the good ole days
@@veronicacooper4397 yes me too
Sw to Norris town must have been like going from hell to heaven
@@brianwarren9593 At that time it did😂
I love Norristown it’s real chill I used to live on Standbridge street right off Main Street this was a cool interview, nothing like seeing my educated brothers talking and spreading information.
I appreciate you, my friend. Thank you.
I am happy to see something positive about this part of suburban Philadelphia region. I was born at Lankenau hospital and grew up in Valley Forge. Visited my father in Coshohocken and Norristown for many years. Norristown was synonymous in my mind with fear of drug activity, and very heavy incarceration activity. I really hope Norristown can continue on the up and up if it really is going in that direction now.
Thank you Gentlemen! Councilman Hakim Jones, So proud of you Son! ✌❤
I’m proud to call him a friend 😊
Norristown is a place you move from no to just like Philadelphia
Oh boy...you're making me nervous to visit. Where would you recommend instead?
When i grew up in Norristown in the late 60's and 80's Norristown was alway a tight fit Community . until the Mid 80's when Crack cocaine and heroin ruined some of provadent area ...but it good seeing it all being revidal
Did you move far from Norristown?
The town that corporate greed destroyed!!
Wow. I’m going to do some research to see what went wrong. With the architecture, I’d imagine it was really beautiful, or at least had some character.
With some significant help from the DEMOCRATIC/DEGENOCRATIC party
COME ON HOME TOWN!! Yesss Norristown!
Great Video, Norristown is getting gentrified
Thank you, Andy!!
What's wrong with gentrification? Afraid the properties there might actually be worth buying? Guess what, if you can't afford the cost of living In your area, that's your own failure. Time to move.
Norristown is on a big come back been here since 2006 I hope things get better 🙏🏿 it is successful but it felt like more of a community when I came here technology changed things a lot.
I used to live in Norristown. I loved it. I'm currently considering moving back. I lived on Markley St and Johnson Highway. I miss Norristown.
That area has been developed like crazy over the last few years. One of my in-laws lives right there in that little area as well, but on the east Norriton side of Johnson Highway.
If you need any help relocating let me know. I’m a local realtor.
@@WhoMovesYou Thanks so much! I'll keep in touch 😎
@@WhoMovesYou Yes! I've seen it several months ago 😊
I lived on Pine St and Logan. My best friend lived on the corner of Markley and Johnson Hwy. in a very old 200 year old house that was torn down in the 1980’s. If memory serves there was PennDOT, a bank, and a Hardee’s on the other corners.
Great content brotha. Good to see you guys showing the positive side of Town.
Thank you for the feedback. I enjoyed bringing some positivity to the community.
Born and raised in Norristown as was my mother I live in NYC now but Norristown will always be home my aunt and cousins still reside there
That’s great to know. When did you move out of Norristown?
From Brooklyn looking to move to norristown how do they compare?
I LOVE BEING IN NORRISTOWN I NEED TO GO BACK.MY AUNT LIVED THERE💙💛💙💛
I look at Norristown like I look at Philly. I literally thank God almost every day that I was able to move out. Is this video satire?
You obviously don’t know what “investment” and “undervalued” means.
You can’t see the future either.
Conshohocken was shit 20 years ago -I used to work there when those townhomes and office buildings and apartments were brownfield lots.
South Philly and university city were $50,000 shells also and temple’s campus was next to the “projects” and you could buy shells for less than 50k.
KOP & Conshohocken are all too expensive now so norristown is a great opportunity.
The Schulkyl trail is 500 feet behind my house that we just bought and my neighbors have no idea of the value.
Yes, a complete load of manure
Taxes on a $120K twin built in the 1950 s (sales price then at $12,500) near Johnson Hwy are 5 grand a year
Norristown is a place to avoid at all costs, unless one has a mental illness
@@jimcrawford3185 Not at all. Taxes in the majority of the county’s are > $3,000 a year.
Near center city Philadelphia, it’s up there unless you have a tax abatement on a new build or full renovation.
You actually want your taxes to be high = better schools and better public services and highways/roads etc.
I know you don’t see it, but Norristown is a diamond in the rough with the home sizes and it’s convenience to KOP, CC, NJ, and Conshohocken.
@@sterlingking1243
Sterling, l ve spoken to homeowners in Norristown area and 5 grand a year for $120K property is scale
The idea that high taxes will pay for improved social services is a school boy s dream... gov t is greedy and criminal
Or haven t you noticed?
By saying Norristown is a diamond in the rough is like declaring that one can polish a turd
I agree, just a smaller reflection of Philadelphia. Loaded with corruption and crime just like Philly!!! LMAO!!! I know cause I still live in Philly so I know. But soon to get outta here!!! We get hit with high ass taxes and get nothing in return!!! The Democrats have been destroying Philly since 1952!!!
The Sweet Shop has water ice. We are a black owned business in Norristown for almost 23 years! 329 Oak st Norristown Pa 19401
I’ll come check you out. I run another MontCo based business IG page @Go_Mont_Co_Pa
I live just like 8 mins away it’s beautiful my friend and aunt lives here
Norristown & the surrounding townships offers a lot of
Yesssir norristown class of 2001 baby!!
Class of 2000 for me!!
As a person that lives in Norristown pa for so long i can say this guy is 90% correct
I’ll accept 90% lol. Thanks for watching.
Could you *please* elaborate on what it is actually like (to live.visit) there? I was the hard unvarnished truth. Not sugar coated.
I love this video. Norristown is my heart.
Thank you! I hope to become more involved with some revitalization projects as time progresses. Norristown is dear to me too.
Wow nice place
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Lets goooooo!!
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Born in suburban right on dekalb in the middle of town. Sister in the late Montgomery hospital (it’s gone now). Only place I feel comfortable, even though it’s not the safest. We all look out for each other. We are on a come up ! My generation is going to change things. Alr opening businesses and getting in community support. I love town!
My youngest son was also born at Montgomery 🙌🏾 Thanks for your comment, Rylee. There are definitely a lot of positive things going on within the community 💪🏾
Norristown is the "Heart of Montgomery County". Too bad😉 it is a cancerous heart
I used to live in norritowns from 3 to 13 crazy how so much has changed is if they still have gangs but when I was there they had hella gang problems especially in the school shit was crazy
im from Norristown and i love this video !
Thank you, Damir!
Excellent video. 20K views ! A Zep! Lived in this area for many many years and never heard of a zep! All the best.
Thank you!! I hope you find a zep in front of you sometime soon 🍻
I think I've seen both of you guys when I lived in Norristown.
From Conshohocken,,,I enjoyed this video very much
Black man living in a fantasy world
I guess that makes sense 🙄
Can’t believe I never heard of a Zep! I’m definitely going to stop and try one the next time I’m passing thru.
I was thinking the same thing can't wait to try one
Never heard of a zep, where you been?
@@garykime4979 Delco we eat hogies!!!
You. Better watch your back
It the bomb..try Eve's & Lou's and see which is the best I prefer Lou's over Eves.any time
They do have a lot of diversity in Norristown and a lot of places where you can also enjoy diverse food as well. There are some nice people in Norristown, but you have a lot of not so nice people as well.
There is a culture of people who wanna fight, argue, disrespect their elders, disrespect women, steal out of the local stores that cannot stop them and curse people out and don't care.
Also, there is a subtle level of racism that do exist and it comes out in the persons behavior. It's subtle, but noticeable.
You, have a lot of adults between the ages of 30 and 80 that cannot read, write or do arithmetic and lack basic communication skills. I don't know who's fault that is, nor am I'm judging. I'm just saying, what I've seen and experienced.
Thank you
Norristown Forever!
I was born at Sacred Heart Hospital. My family and I lived across the street from Lou's Hoagies Shop on Main St. We moved to Conshohocken in 1983 when I was 7 years old. All of my mom's family still lives in Norristown. Norristown was late to the game when Pennsylvania gave out grants for revitalization of neighborhoods. Conshohocken took the grants in the 80's and our one square mile town was on the cutting-edge of growing and improving. Hopefully Norristown will have the same outcomes that Conshy has.
You’re so right, they we’re definitely late to the game. Conshohocken has become an amazing community with thriving businesses. It would be great to see Norristown offer the same. Phoenixville is another great community who has gone through quite the transition over the years.
I’m hoping they fix my home town of Coatesville up to.
Norristown was once a great town. Then all the good people moved out, and the Mindless Primitives replaced them and destoryed the town.
Out of curiosity, when did the “good people” move out?
When? Decades ago. JMO@@WhoMovesYou
Norristowns future is scary. The way the school district has no discipline for their students acting out, skipping classes, having terrible grades. The fact that Roosevelt even exists goes to show how bad our school system is. I think forcing students into doing group activities like sports or clubs is enough to help students stay out of trouble.
Is it the schools fault or the parents? I’m asking as a graduate of Norristown?
@@WhoMovesYou Both. I graduated in 2020. You spend 180 days there, 8-9 hours a day, it’s kind of like a second home. It’s a parents and teachers responsibility to help their student/kid get their education that they need to not end up on the streets selling drugs to get by. There is so much potential for Norristown but the school district has only gotten worse over the years.
@@WhoMovesYou it's the state's fault. Norristown has a lead paint problem because it's older. Lead poisoning is highly correlative with behavioral problems and poor grades. As the county seat, Norristown has a lot of non-taxable property in its boundaries and does not have the tax base to deal with a lot of its problems on its own and should be getting help from Harrisburg.
@@kofinater as a realtor who works a large territory, lead paint is an issue in MANY communities with older homes. Norristown is a large rental community and because of the required testing, you’re finding out about the presence. This isn’t a Norristown problem. It’s common in any community with older homes.
Yes Norristown is a splendid garden spot to live in. Low crime, taxes and no drugs. Oh Wow 😲 thanks councilman! Btw your checks in the 📬 mail. Baha Ah ha 😂😆 lol.
You said it best! LMAO!
Birthplace of Jaco Pastorius, world's greatest electric bassist and Jerry Spinelli, author of Maniac MaGee.
🤣😂😆WHO?
It's home and familiar and family is here. But not much else here. Not many good jobs. High taxes. If you need government assistance many offices are here to help. It's a place for people who are starting out and immigrants because of all the social services. i don't think our local leaders think bringing good paying jobs and development are important. They like depending on high taxes and money from Harrisburg and always fighting an uphill battle to survive.
Norristown- is a very condensed area. Seem like it is not enough land for corporate office complexes that would give rise to high paying jobs.
I like Akim. Congratulations on ur success sir.
I was born sacred heart too in real deal norristonion and love my town
There are some gorgeous historic homes in Norristown.
Very much so!! 2 of my favorite are on Dekalb Pk. And Johnson Hwy behind the old Kennedy Kendrick.
Good video bro can't wait to try a zep
At the same time Norristown does have its good qualities just not as often as needed
Montgomery county's version of Delaware county's Chester. This city owes you a grip for making it look that good my dood.
Oh...boyee...is it *really* THAT bad in person? Some of these comments are making me a little bit scared to visit and possibly relocate there..Got me thinking of Good Times...😮🤣😂😱
KEEEEM..
Not middle class no more hopefully one day
Lower class is actually giving it to much credit.
I'm a 16 year old that has lived in Jenkintown, Philadelphia, Pheonixville, Langhorne, etc. And to say that the leaders of Norristown are ignorant and irresponsible would be an understatement. Trust me, the people here are not bad. It's mayor and town officials are neglectful of this town. It's a horrible situation and someone higher up needs to crack down NOW.
You’re not the only one who has said that. What’s the first thing you’d like to see them change/improve?
@@WhoMovesYou First of all, they need to crack down on the criminal youth here. Most are just misguided or have fallen into the wrong crowd. A popular character here, MaskDownMar is sort of like the main guy leading the bs going on. Guns are in and out of the school daily and transactions of illegal drugs go on. There was a new student who was offering to aid in money laundering and expansion. It's crazy.
@@WhoMovesYou Huge fight happened yesterday, from the looks of it it was a brawl of 50 students, and they're going straight to blaming families and students rather than acknowledging that they allow this to go on.
This town has declined rapidly!
It's a complete dump now.
I always say how it must have been beautiful back in the day, with the castle-looking houses. Not anymore.
I been away from Norristown for over 20 yrs ..l was amazed by the changes made..yes as well my family has a family owned buisness One stop .. Check cashing & Pawn & Gold ..
Which location, Main St?
I grew up spending my weekends at my grandparents house on Trooper Rd. Loved the zoo. Texas Hots at Montgomery Lunch. Hell, I was born in Norristown. Years later, I moved there. Lived on Airy St for almost 3 years. And now, I can honestly say, from the bottom of my heart, with every fiber of my being, FU@& NORRISTOWN. Not everyone or everything is bad. Some nice places. Decent people. Even an actual good cop or two. But unfortunately 90% of the police force is on an ego fueled power trip. The majority of the local officials have god complexes. The prison is corrupt as hell. The homeless population is tremendous, growing, and offered very little help or opportunity. The drug situation is out of control and beyond belief. It's a damn shame. Comparing what it was to what it is, seeing what it has become and will be. The best thing to do in Norristown is LEAVE . . .
Born and raised. East end we was roaming them streets. What up west end
I'm from Roxborough Philly ..♥️♥️
This place use to be amazing back before i was a around when the Italians ran it.
Yes! When the Italians ran it was amazing. Then blacks moved in because government forces section 8 and stuff like that now it’s Spanish in most places.
Yea the Italians ran it and the lawmakers and cops were crooked so was the mayor.
@@melanatedj9660 - it was better living there when the Italians ran it.
That’s right and Reading to. Don’t start trouble or you get offed
Them dollar Zeps back in the day at Sandys corner store on Kohn st back in the 80s . And when talking about norristown bread . Can’t forget Morbitos
Kohn St always smelled sooo good!! Lol
Ima 80 baby grew up in town an stay outside of town and hate it I was gooood from Moore st ta east norristown my brothers lived n died here n my town is thee hish best place ever if u was boppin u was protected from the inertia structure of it people know me n I’m coming back 1000% what’s up all my folk touch is back
It is not small and it is not safe
Exactly! Dangerous needs a warning sign saying stay out.
Just gonna ignore the zoo?? The Norristown zoo is a gem! And rn there is a major project being done to it.
Yes, I’m aware of the project.
Myself and sister were waiting for food in Gangster Vegan and Lili Taylor walked in. Nobody remembered her name so everyone was like 'hey.. it's you.. from the movies...' She was pissed!🤣
This video cannot be real. I ride my bike through there sometimes and it's beyond sketchy. So much crime. My sister lived there and would hear gunshots at night she moved out of there as soon as she could.
It’s real 💯
@@WhoMovesYou I hope the city can get back on track but unfortunately the crime is so bad there.
Yes, I would agree that crime rates could be better.
eat a zep!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! go to Eves and Lou's go Norristown
A zep is an absolute must!!
Lous closed down a few years ago 😢 I went every year for my birthday
Nice job, when you say your from Norristown people who don’t know don’t know.
Lol did this vid open on Stanbridge St? Lived there like 25 yrs ago.......
It did. We were at the new brewery that opened up.. Von-C Brewing
Dad lived there. on few visits i attended school. moon landing on tv. mom worked 1963 NYC worlds fair. i only white kid in class no problem. got butt whipped by prince.nabor kid was preachers son. we rented a few places on times but fond memories. Dads ashes lay in famous memorial. Kin & cousins not stay in touch . last drove through 2000 .
I live in North now and I’m just a kid 14 to be exact
Eat a zep go down buddy Epps barbershop and go see La Roma’s
That’s exactly how to do it 🙌🏾😂
That’s my family. He’s still cutting too
Buddy still Cutting on penn & Green? I'll skip La,Romas since Benny Sold it to Anthony...it not the same as I remember...
It was also as well from 1964-2001
Only problem is it has very high taxes. Grew up in Norristown from age 4 till I got married. There has been a lot of changes, some good some bad.
The zoo is awesome but the area is dangerous. Most people don’t stop at stop signs they roll through. Food selection is ok. Not very good choices if you have court duty.
😱😮😦😲😯😳🥺😧😨😰😱OMG--Are you *serious*?!? Gonna have to reconsider relocating here....
dad mech maintanace for Mont Hospital. the health care there was great. gym room he outdid me put diabetes in remision on retirement.
My son was born at Montgomery before it was torn down.
Only time that I got thrown out of a bar was over 40 years ago. We were working outside on a cold damp day and decided to go to a Noristown bar to eat lunch & warm up. As we entered two girls who would never win a beauty pageant said something nasty to my boss. He yelled where you going to the SPCA to get your dog tags. Any way the bartender/owner heard him then throw us out. Me & another coworker never spoke a single word.
NOT FAR FROM HERE♥️
Sweet!
Bread is king absolute! I live in scranton pa around it I mean. But my girlfriend parents moved up to Muncy Valley PA they dont have any baker's up there. They don't even know of national bakery
T touch aka taker aka money man I love all y’all n miss u lost afloat great ones my brothers no names needed if u knew me peace n love I’m coming home baby god bless all who had me n tha protection an love an respect ✊🏻 I was givin I love my town and all who bang Witt me what up b what up every one ☝️ I wish love n peace glad I seen my town in a great light I’ll c y’all soon
How you go to cole manor? We all got shipped out to Paul fly
Sounds like we went to school before you. I have a few friends who went to Cole Manor. However I also went to Paul Fly.
Born an raised an I hate this place.. ain’t nothing to do for kids an the streets are bad.. not a good look
It depends on where your located .
We got lucky growing up right there on Markley st where it’s mostly businesses and restaurants.
If you go way down the east end past Dekalb st it’s FAR from sweet you can get touched on , if you go too far up main st by the budget inn (now called red carpet inn) chances are your surrounded by smokers and dudes that are constantly in and out of jail
honest question, is there a lot of crime in that area? if so is it mostly robbery or murder?
Legitimate question. Yes, unfortunately Norristown does report higher crime rates than some other surrounding communities. Most of the report crime is property/theft related.
@@WhoMovesYou to be honest it’s only gotten worse and the Democratic political situation makes it hopeless for the residents
An 82 yr old lady l do handyman work for was tied up and robbed in W Norriton (1/2 mi north of Norristown)
The area needs to be nuked from space...
it s the only way to be sure
@@matthewclark8651 - yes the New Democrats are ruining it lots of refugees now they don’t give a shit just free loaders.
@@jimcrawford3185 - agree!!!
Norristown is where people from Philly move to and act like they did something 😂. Sike naw it's cool out there.
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I was born in Montgomery Hospital 1947 during a snowstorm. Grew up there Attended Gotwals on Oak st. Then Stewrart till the change to Rittenhouse, then to Eisenhower High School onStergire street just above Elmwood park, and the ZOO. Served as Firefighter in all 5 stations...Hancock, Montgomery, Humane ,Fairmount, until the 70's, and Norris till I returned to retire in the navy 1995. Lived on 400 BLK OF Barbadoes...across from Times Herald, then to 700 blk of Swede. Now living in Virginia Beach, Va. nearly 40 years. Norristown is no longer the place I want to go back to now. The old expression...You Cant Go Home is true.
Thanks. VA Beach is ok…
Norristown,,? Perfect spot 4 the ASYLUM ,,, worse than PRISON 🤣🤣
Rest with God ❤️Wade Stevens Sr. 🙏🏽
Get your concealed carry permit.
yep. 😂
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Definitely if you live or work in this town.
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Norristown class a 2000 holla I dint make it but i always get my due respect Izzy wsss around thee realest big up fat Mikey my brother fa life he wit me I feel his spirit Mikey b Nick nato b Vance lil g my nierborhood click gets cut by my dear friend at vacante barber shop I cut better lmfao I’m playin go c my boy Chris he got u we must remember that you are who you are and I’m proud of my brothers dead ☠️ an alive doing well I’m proud of all whom have families and made it I miss and love u all what up Kevin💯
I’m also class of 2000. Small world.
Go to Rocco's, and Papa Guido's!
I agree with the amount of history that Norristown hold besides the history there’s nothing exciting about Norristown at all! The cost of living is extremely high. I hope Norristown does something with Main Street like make it a cool strip to shop and eat. The Mexicans are doing well for themselves with Marshall street, they have markets bakery and little boutiques. Over all Norristown is nothing to write home about.
Depends where “home” is. If you’re concerned about the amount of businesses owned by the Mexican population, what actions should be taken to see other business owners come in? Are you a business owner? Do you plan on owning a business? Or are you just here to complain?
@@WhoMovesYou None of what I said was a complaint these are observations based on my experience living in town which so happens to be actual facts. So where are you going with your reply to my comment?
“ There’s nothing exciting about Norristown at all! The cost of living is extremely high.” Noted. I now understand the difference between an observation and a complaint. Thanks again!
@@WhoMovesYou you’re welcome 😉
Ntown💯
Where's Mark Barbee?!
They are trying to revitalize Norristown for decades. Taxes are high, only certain areas aren't run down. mostly unemployed, immigrants, crime, crappy streets, just plain run down because it was affordable for certain people and unfortunately that attracts all walks of life. Some areas are slightly better than others but you have to know the area. A few miles away are East and West norriton which is night and day from Norristown. Better neighborhoods and people. You know the deal
Ok
That's the 411 I'm trying to glean before picking up stakes and moving there...
Who do you know that moved to norristown?? They are moving out!!!
I’ve sold many homes to people moving IN to Norristown. I get it… you don’t want to live there. Glad to hear.
@@WhoMovesYou Oh! So you're a realtor...
@@helprehouseourvets6919 yes, 23 years in the industry
Cherry St and Elm is the trap
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Always could count on the Telling lol 😂
@@harrishearse74 right!! Wasn’t going to ask if they’re speaking from experience 🙄😂
@@WhoMovesYou 😂😂😂 there’s more telling in Norristown than criminal activity.
All the The smart Criminals Left . .
.. I mean Maryland is pretty nice 😄
Very Sad, what it once was, and now what it is. JMO
When you say “what it was” help me understand what it was and well, please. I’d love to hear more.
@@WhoMovesYou Guess!
It was an honest question. I’m sorry that this isn’t a conversation you’re willing to have. Stay well.
Facts this video is not showing Norristown see they on Main Street these streets are horrible I had to pay over four thousand dollars to get new shocks because I hit a major pothole on Main Street by McDonald’s every block is messed up Sad & it’s nothing here for the kids no YMCA etc…..🤔🤔🤔🤔
Don't believe anything that's being talked about here. They don't call it the arm pit of Montgomery for no reason.
Lol. Ok. Enjoy your weekend.
It's a crap hole with maybe 3 good streets closer to east norriton
@@shantor100 lol
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I always thought it was the Armpit of Pennsylvania?
I like norristown ,as an immigrant town ,I wish all the landlords reduce prices on rent ,they always take advantage of it ,not to mention the parking ticket
Bucks county is way better than Montgomery. Actually nice buildings and schools. If you have money, do not move to Norristown.
You’re comparing an entire county to a small town. I’m not seeing the correlation, but I appreciate your insight. I will honestly say that there are some extremely questionable areas within Bucks County but say what you will. Lol
I friend of mines moved to Norristown about 6 months ago.
Her lease is up in 3 months and she can't wait to move out !!!
The cops won't help her from her next door neighbor who is stalking and harassing her from day one !! He lives there with his girlfriend who knows what he is doing and let's him hide there !
Cops have a warrant for his arrest but don't try their best to catch him .
She now has to carry a weapon!
Go Norristown.
SMH
That sucks for your friend and he’s very unfortunate. However, that doesn’t sound like an issue because of Norristown. That sounds like she move next to a crazy person what can happen anywhere. Thanks for taking the time to comment though.
I meant she’s very unfortunate*
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You are right .
I see on t.v. where the celebrities live in those exclusive neighborhoods and have all kinds of troubles!
Troubles are everywhere and you don't know where to move! .
Sometimes it's like jumping from the frying pan into the fire 🔥 !!
But I have seen other troubles in Norristown also .
You don't know where to go .
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