Melissa S. Finley | Stories

Stories by Melissa S. Finley

April 24, 2025

Seeking the motivation to take the first step

Sometimes starting is the hardest part, especially if you procrastinate.

April 17, 2025

In need of some 'Vitamin Sea' very soon: One editor's steps for Vacation Dreaming

How do you plan the ultimate getaway?

April 10, 2025

When it comes to buying a car, the art of the deal has all but disappeared

Are you nostalgic for the old way of negotiating your price? Or is the net just that much better?

April 8, 2025

The Upper Dublin Township Shade Tree Commissioner announces free Adopt-a-Tree event

Are you ready to welcome a new addition to the family?

April 3, 2025

Have you submitted your return to Uncle Sam?

Facing one of life's two certainties: Tax Day is fast-approaching

April 2, 2025

Philadelphia Zoo collaborations bring new look, feel, and scent to America's first zoo

Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, Santoline Mosaiculture, Little Ray's Exhibitions partner with zoo for a variety of displays

April 1, 2025

Winner announced for Freddy Hill Farms' 'Share Your Memories' contest

Thank you to all who shared their many years of memories at this local treasure!

March 27, 2025

When mom is sick: the tale of a struggling household

When the matriarch is down for the count, the family scrambles to fend for themselves.

March 20, 2025

A plea for your health: Get cancer screenings regularly

Early detection of cancer can greatly improve your health outcomes.

March 13, 2025

A tale as old as time: How one hour impacts the psyche far more than it should

Daylight saving time seems to get to me more and more each year.

March 12, 2025

As Freddy Hill Farms prepares to close its doors, we want to share our memories

Many were sad to hear that, at this season's end, the beloved family hot spot will be no more.

March 6, 2025

'Lent' me your ears, and I'll sing you a song ... about choice

Whether you observe Lent (or any religious holidays) or not, what does it matter?

February 27, 2025

Money or Medicine: Why the U.S. seems to have its priorities backwards

Too many Americans struggle to pay for a basic right: medical care

February 20, 2025

They're using our music against us: old tunes and new ads

Do songs from your childhood stir nostalgia or simply fuel your anger?

February 16, 2025

Two-vehicle accident on Sumneytown Road in Lower Gwynedd slows area traffic Sunday night

An accident with injuries was reported to dispatch.

February 14, 2025

Montgomery County DA offers $5K reward for information on a fatal shooting Feb. 13

27-year-old Cesar Flores-Diaz was fatally shot in Norristown

February 13, 2025

Our editor has a solution to make winter driving much safer for all: stay home

Raised in a region of lake effect snow, some are better equipped than others for chilly weather vehicle operation.

February 12, 2025

Second of two Montgomery County district court employees turns herself in Wednesday to face theft charges

Patricia Althouse, of Ardmore, who served as the Lower Merion Traffic Clerk, faces theft and related charges.

February 3, 2025

Ambler's Act II Playhouse begins extended run of 'Grace and Glorie'

The show will run on select dates in February and March.

January 31, 2025

Man wanted for robbery, sexual assault, kidnapping and more in Ambler apprehended in North Carolina

He was on the Montgomery County Most Wanted list since Feb. 2023.

January 30, 2025

When sleep will not come: A nightly routine in futility

How does one spend the days drowsy, but the nights wide awake?

January 29, 2025

Responders to car into a tree accident in Lower Gwynedd find vehicle abandoned Tuesday night

Though passenger's side airbags were deployed, no driver nor passenger were visible to those at the scene.

January 24, 2025

DUI driver with pot, coke, benzos, and fentanyl in his system causes hit-and-run crash on Butler, police say

Whitemarsh Township Police traced the driver by a vehicle description after Plymouth Township Police were dispatched to the call.

January 23, 2025

Whitpain police say man asleep at the gas pump had an illegal gun, narcotics inside car

Police were dispatched to the Blue Bell station for reports of a man sleeping in his car.

January 23, 2025

Why January is, by far, the year's longest month

The boring, slow drag of the year's first month grates on the moods of many.

January 22, 2025

Whitpain police list car as stolen, seek renter after woman fails to return Turo vehicle to local owner

The car was later recovered by Philadelphia Police.

January 21, 2025

Philadelphia man faces felony charges after attempting to deposit a counterfeit 'tax refund' check, police say

The man came into Ambler Savings Bank in Ambler, say police.

January 19, 2025

Accident on Northeast Extension said to include a car under a tractor trailer

As snow begins to cover roads, traffic is slowed in many areas.

January 18, 2025

Philadelphia Region prepares for largest snowfall predictions of the season

National Weather Service says collar counties can expect six to eight inches of snow.

January 17, 2025

Reward offered for Vernon Hatchett, a Glenside man wanted in connection to his disabled son's death, DA says

Hatchett's 21-year-old son was left unfed and uncared for despite being deaf, blind, and bound to a wheelchair, police say.

January 17, 2025

Accident with injuries reported on 276WB in Whitemarsh Township

An EMS has been called to the scene to assist with injuries.

January 17, 2025

Philadelphia man fraudulently used Dresher woman's Macy's card, charging over $3,800 in purchases, police say

The incidents occurred near the end of the Summer of 2024.

January 16, 2025

Woman tells Whitemarsh Police purse containing meth, heroin was her mother's

Police discovered the drugs during a traffic stop for a red-light running.

January 16, 2025

Where 'Rosie the Riveter' went wrong

A symbol of a movement I think took the right first steps, but forgot an important hurdle.

January 15, 2025

Ambler Borough Council announces new borough manager

The new hire began working in the role on Monday, Jan. 13.

January 14, 2025

Wanted for robbery, sexual assault, and kidnapping and more, man remains at large since February '23 Ambler incident

A woman was taken hostage, held in a Philadelphia row home, and later escaped back to her Ambler apartment, police …

January 14, 2025

Welcome to a new feature: Ticketing Tuesday, bringing you the biggest shows in Philly this week

From family musicals, to rockstar concerts, prepare for some of the best tickets in town.

January 13, 2025

Additional charges filed against driver's mother in Flourtown's November hit-and-run fatal crash

Police allege that the driver's mother picked him up from the scene, failing to report the accident

January 9, 2025

POAG says man in accident attempts to defraud Progressive, purchasing a policy at crash scene

The man purchased coverage for his car 14 minutes after the crash, investigators say.

January 9, 2025

A resolve to not resolve ... Have you made a New Year's Resolution? Or is Quitting Day on your calendar?

You never need an excuse to make change.

January 8, 2025

Whitpain community, township react to fatal NYE accident along Butler Pike

The matter remains under investigation by Whitpain Police.

January 8, 2025

Noah Johnson recognized as Student of the Quarter by Blue Bell Rotary

Johnson volunteers within the high school and the community, serving on fire and ambulance teams

January 7, 2025

Ambler helping Ambler: Ambler Savings Bank makes year-end contribution to Act II Playhouse

The playhouse ended its year on a high note, albeit the check was tough to fit into the ATM.

January 7, 2025

Explore what commissioners, row officers do for Montgomery County, Pa. with Managing Montco

We've brought together the full series so you can find each officers' details in one simple place.

January 6, 2025

This Week Now: Find good laughs, your inner zen, or get in touch with nature this week with the area's fun events

There is always something fun to find in the Philadelphia Suburbs.

January 6, 2025

Ambler-bottled spirits now available at local state stores, area pubs

Learn where you can find this local product near your community.

January 6, 2025

Learn about the row office of Treasurer in our final office article of Managing Montco

We've reviewed the purpose of nine of the county's row offices, in addition to the commissioners.

January 3, 2025

Flourtown man charged with felony retail theft after taking wreaths, planters from a Fort Washington garden center, police say

The man had two prior convictions for retail theft, police say.

January 3, 2025

Meet the Montgomery County Sheriff and learn what this office can do for you

In our next Managing Montco installment, we get to know what a sheriff does in Pennsylvania.

January 2, 2025

Residents ask Upper Dublin Township zoners to reject bus depot variances

Decision expected Jan. 27

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