Stories by Melissa S. Finley

Learn more about the newly declared PA state holiday: Diwali and how you can celebrate in our region

Many activities are slated for the coming days to celebrate Diwali

Vehicle accident reported at Susquehanna and Dillon roads in Upper Dublin Wednesday

The mid-day accident has traffic slowed, as fluid is spilled onto the roadway.

Bensalem PD find guns, drugs after traffic stop of a Flourtown man

Police said they removed an AK-style handgun and an AR-15 from the vehicle

A Lower Gwynedd Township community named to Forbes' '25 Most Expensive Zip Codes' in the state

This community breached the $1 million mark for average house sales twice in 2024

Military Living History Association to share A Soldier's Christmas at Horsham Community Center

The public is invited to this free event on Saturday, Nov. 23.

Blue Bell-based Unisys pays $4 million in civil penalties after SEC finds company was misleading about cybersecurity

Unisys among four companies charged with misleading the public

Man steals over $1,300 of Whitpain Giant's groceries after under-ringing on 'Scan It' app, police said

The East Norriton man faces felony charges for his theft, said reports.

Long-time pastor who previously served at a Penllyn church, set to retire after 47 years

Rev. William McKinley Freeman led the Bethlehem Baptist Church in Penllyn many years ago

Ambler Borough Police participate with community at Ambler YMCA Trunk-or-Treat

Area youth collected tasty treats and shared the holiday fun this weekend.

Whitemarsh Police respond to man who injured medics twice in the same night, reports said.

The man. was attempting to flee a behavioral health facility.

This Week Now: From Zombie Walks and classic movies, to orchestral performances, there are festivities for all

Enjoy This Week's Now featured happenings from Monday, Oct. 28 to Sunday, Nov. 3

Montgomery County officer-involved shooting in Upper Moreland leaves one man dead

The county's DA released that a man holding, raising a firearm ignored police commands to drop his weapon.

Lower Gwynedd Township Police issue traffic advisory around WHS due to a 5K Saturday

Drivers should avoid the area from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., if possible

A doorbell camera captures video of would-be robber in Whitemarsh Township, police said

A Norristown-based boyfriend and girlfriend are facing charges in the matter.

A police chase through Lower Gwynedd Township concludes at Lansdale Post Office as a former employee threatens workers there, police said

The African-born former postal worker threatened the supervisor and caused a closure of the post office, reports stated

Upper Dublin Police arrest two adults, juvenile in Lululemon theft as over $3,500 worth of merchandise is stolen, said reports

Police said the incident involved a driver, adult thief, and a juvenile during an Oct. 11 crime.

50 new jobs coming thanks to a new business in Lower Gwynedd

Nucleus RadioPharma, a contractor for AstraZeneca, aims to build in Spring House

Supers vote in single-use plastics ordinance for Whitpain Township

The enforcement will go into effect on Nov. 1, 2025.

A tractor trailer failing to slow, stop for sudden stoppage causes six-car accident, police said

The Whitemarsh accident was the result of a Peterbilt truck, according to reports.

Wissahickon locations for National Drug Take-Back Day announced

Find a location nearest to you for an easy drop-off.

An Ambler traffic stop for not having headlights on leads to a felony drug charge for one man, police said

The man said he was teaching another to drive when police initiated a traffic stop, according to reports.

Get your costumes ready for Ambler Main Street sets Halloween Extravaganza for Oct. 27

Local businesses will offer trick-or-treating for all ages along Butler.

Fort Washington man strikes parked car, flees to buy beer, police said

Fort Washington man strikes parked car, flees to buy beer, police said

Upper Dublin seeks to fill commission vacancies in coming months

Eleven open spaces will be filled in November, December meetings

Get into the spirit of fall with Whitpain Township Parks & Rec's Autumn Hayrides

Hayrides, a bonfire, hot cider, and spooky stories are slated for two nights at Prophecy Creek Park

Whitpain's EAC says leaving autumn leaves fall as they may can help the ecosystem

Learn tips on the season's leaf problem and even how to conserve water with the EAC's upcoming events

Upcoming road work slated for late October due to Aqua projects

Abington and Upper Moerland roadways are hot spots for this work coming soon

Curious about Pennsylvania's 2024-25 winter weather? Read on

Both the National Weather Service and the Old Farmer's Almanac have made predictions.

Whitemarsh police find man with window punch after nearby car thefts, reports said.

The man was loitering after 4 a.m. in the same vicinity as the incident, police said.

Some Upper Dublin, Whitpain townships' voters' polling locations have changed for 2024

Learn how to locate your precise polling location ahead of the Nov. 5 Election Day

PA Rep. Liz Hanbidge to host Senior Resource Fair Oct. 17

The free fair is open to the public at the Lansdale YMCA.

Got election questions? Montco has answers with Voter Services

From mail-in ballots to important dates, check the voter services website for more details.

Traffic stop leads Whitpain Township Police to gun arrest, according to reports

An unregistered 9mm handgun was taken as evidence in the matter, police said.

Supervisors to vote tonight on Whitpain Township's single-use plastics ban

Much of the public comment on the matter has been in support of such an ordinance

With online shopping at an all-time high, precautions are necessary to prevent porch thefts

Area police weigh in on preventative measures to curtail 'porch pirates' ahead of the holiday season

Today's weather conditions make small fires tough to tame throughout Montgomery, Bucks counties

Multiple calls just in the past few hours have kept first responders on their toes all day

WATCH: Sky Martial Arts hosted the Korean National Demonstration Team in Ambler

The taekwondo studio offers locations in North Wales, Warrington, Dresher, and Wayne

Bus Safety: A matter for the school district or the township? Upper Dublin Commissioners debate the hot button issue

An employee working in Upper Dublin expressed concerns about school bus arm violators at the most recent township meeting

Calling all birders: Bird Walks slated for the coming months in Lower Gwynedd Township

The Bird Town Pennsylvania partnership helps to bring such birding events to the community.

A tree is downed on lines at Penllyn Pike and Dager Road in Lower Gwynedd Township

Traffic is slowed to one lane as crews work to remove the tree.

Planning, police, and the public: a recipe of teamwork to keep Wissahickon SD students safe

'Bus Patrol' involves the district and local police, but also the public, too.

Ambler Police arrest Horsham woman with fake ID, active warrants

The woman is now in Bucks County jail until a preliminary arraignment in November.

Ambler Police arrest man on gun charges after a traffic stop in the borough

The Ambler man will face felony charges later this month.

Parents voice concern over superintendent succession processes for Wissahickon School District

Many spoke on the lack of transparency of the board's choice to appoint the assistant superintendent without a public-facing search.

Cheltenham caretaker steals over $113,000 from elderly Lower Gwynedd woman with Parkinson's

Montgomery County Courts found the caretaker guilty of felony charges

Act II Playhouse set to open 'The Outsider' on Friday, Oct. 11

The comedic play aims to bring a laugh to anyone involved in the country's politics.

Lower Gwynedd Township Police to host Trick-or-Treat with Cops on Oct. 19

The Giant grocery story parking lot will provide a space for this interactive event.

A road resurfacing project on two Whitpain Township roads will begin today with prep work

Be sure your daily commute is not impacted by the upcoming roadwork.

This Week Now takes a look at events in and around Wissahickon from Oct. 7 to 13

Check out the things to do around your own community

Fall Leaves pick up are slated for Oct. 12, 26 in Lower Gwynedd Township

While pretty to look at, the yard waste produced in fall can be slippery and dangerous.

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