Stories by Melissa S. Finley

Horrific 2010 death of a Gwynedd Mercy University student to be featured on 'Philly Homicide'

Goldberg was one of three women whose lives were taken by the Necrophiliac Kensington Strangler

Do you know the purpose of the "big green worms" in Whitpain Township?

Our editor had a fun childhood memory when she came across these strange tools.

DA, police seek Montco man wanted on charges of Attempted Murder

A reward is offered for those with information that leads to an apprehension.

The Blue Bell Inn hosts its ninth annual wine tasting event Friday night

Tickets are available based on entry times for each guest.

Registration for vendors ends Friday for the GMercyU Christmas Bazaar

Along with its tree lighting, the event is slated for Tuesday, Dec. 3.

An early morning accident slowed traffic on Route 309 in Lower Gwynedd Township Wednesday morning

The accident near Susquehanna Road had traffic at a standstill during the morning commute.

Shooting at Miles Park in Whitemarsh Township results in arrest of 19-year-old man, police say

A Hatboro teen was the victim with a gunshot to the pelvic region after two rival groups met for a …

A dream of one Upper Moreland boy brings holiday smiles throughout surrounding communities

The #MakeEveryKidHappy is collecting new, unwrapped toys at various locations.

Whitpain Township thankful for state funding for Blue Bell-based Community Center project

The additional funds bring a budget to over $13 million, according to supervisors

Man, woman found sleeping inside a vacant Whitemarsh Township business, police say

The two were illegally trespassing and appeared to be squatting in the former chiropractic office, according to police.

Ambler YMCA hosts Thanksgiving Food Donation Drive to benefit local families

Ambler Y's departments are competing for a good cause this holiday season.

Hope Lodge brings both history and the holidays together with two special events

Special tours are slated for Dec. 7 and 14

Wissahickon Fire Company Relief Association passes state audit with no findings

The review of the relief association's finances encompassed January 2020 through December 2023

Tuskegee Airmen instructor remembered by mentee with Wissahickon ties

The 105-year-old man known as 'Coach' will be missed by man.

Ambler-based Bradford White Corporation contributes to the fight against hunger

Local manufacturer contributes $25,000 to feed local communities.

Glenside's #Cheerboss to host a designer purse bingo at Wissahickon Fire Company

The public is invited to attend the event tomorrow night.

Ambler Borough officially declares Nov. 30 Small Business Saturday

There will be free parking in town all day to promote shopping in the borough.

Two flipped cars have Route 309 in Lower Gwynedd Township closed to traffic Thursday morning

The Thursday morning rush hour incident had at least one transported for medical care.

Whitemarsh police add details to Friday's fatal hit-and-run

A pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene on Stenton Avenue near West Valley Road.

Ambler Borough prepares for budget review, public meetings in December

Dates were discussed at the borough's committee meeting last week.

Lower Gwynedd celebrates community veterans with special ceremony

The township-sponsored event saluted many who've served from the Wissahickon area.

A car fire has been reported as part of a multi-vehicle accident on Route 309 Southbound

Emergency crews are responding to the scene in Upper Dublin Township

Ambler Borough Council talks pensions, markets at recent Committee Meeting

Financial advisors for Ambler Borough presented where finances stand as 2024 nears its end.

Man sentenced after stabbing co-worker in a Whitemarsh restaurant last November

The man pleaded guilty as part of a plea agreement to dismiss other related charges.

Independence Sinfonia will bring a touch of classical music to an Ambler audience

Temple Ambler to host the Delaware Valley's prestigious orchestra on Nov. 24

Whitpain Township supervisors speak out against a local display of the Nazi flag

While it cannot take legal action against it, the Whitpain Board of Supervisors condemned the choice.

Upper Dublin Police issue warning to area residents regarding recent thefts from vehicles

Police provide tips for preventing such thefts for those in and around Upper Dublin.

Ambler's Act II Playhouse offers Stand-Up Comedy Weekend Nov. 15, 16

Multiple area comedians will take to the local stage, just as everyone could use a good laugh.

Students, staff at Temple Ambler aim to give back with Campus Food Drive

Donations will help keep the Mattie N. Dixon Community Cupboard filled for local families.

Coventry, a Fort Washington-based insurance leader, celebrates one of its own

Neal Jacobs was recently named chairman of LISA

Despite sound blankets, neighbors continue to voice concern over Wissahickon Middle School's chillers

The district is now putting a sound wall project to design, then bid to help combat the noise.

Upper Dublin High School puts a 1990s twist on Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night'

Performances run from Nov. 12 to 16 at the high school's performing arts center.

This Week Now: Events in and around your community all week long

From family fun to meeting up with friends, there's plenty to do right here.

Wissahickon Valley Historical Society hosts a talk on the history of military artillery TONIGHT

Michael Martorelli will present this evening at the WVHS headquarters in Blue Bell.

Judge finds man guilty of DUI, gun charges after incident in Whitemarsh in June 2023

The non-jury trial is held for sentencing until investigations and evaluations are complete.

Upper Dublin Police connect woman to summer thefts at Sephora, Lululemon, reports said.

The woman, working with another female, allegedly stole over $1,700 in goods in June.

WATCH: Wissahickon High School hosts 24th annual Ramp Riot robotics competition

Over 34 teams brought their bots to battle in the well-attended arena Saturday

Wissahickon High School performs 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime' Friday and Saturday

The community is invited to attend these two nights of performances at WHS.

Unofficial election results for the 2024 races in Montgomery, Bucks counties

Find out how the numbers broke down when it came to 2024 voters in our area.

Lower Gwynedd prepares to honor veterans with Saturday, Nov. 9 ceremony, refreshments

All ages are invited to attend the event planned for Veterans Memorial Park

PHOTOS: Lower Gwynedd police work with Spring House Giant to fill a cop car for those in need

The holidays will be a bit brighter thanks to the contributions of the community.

Wissahickon School Board unanimously votes to hire new superintendent, despite some public pushback

A protest, petition, and multiple speakers voiced concern against the process, which many claimed was too quick and not transparent.

Celebrating two keystones of Ambler's Downtown and owner Kevin Clibanoff

Meet the owner of Bridgets, KC's Alley, who believed in Ambler before there was an Ambler

Blue Bell landlord facing charges after bursting into tenants home, destroying property, pushing tenant's mom

The home is located in the Ambler portion of Upper Dublin Township.

The 2024 Voters' Guide for Dummies: Whitpain, Ambler, and Lower Gwynedd

Learn how to understand districts, ballots, and your choices when you enter the booth tomorrow.

Wissahickon HS hosting Ramp Riot 2024 this Saturday, open to public

All ages are welcome to this arena-style battle of the bots

Jenkintown man burglarizes an Upper Dublin Township home, showers despite PFA against its owner, reports said

The man is awaiting a preliminary hearing on felony charges.

Lower Gwynedd, Gwynedd Mercy Academy seeks your old coats

The 'Gwynedd Gives Warmth' coat drive is currently underway!

Whitpain grandmother reports car stolen, pursues charges after grandson takes her Mercedes SUV, reports said

All suspects and defendants are innocent until proven guilty. This story was compiled using public court records.

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