Stories by Melissa S. Finley

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.

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.

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

Montgomery County Courts found the caretaker guilty of felony charges

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.

Ambler Police seek the public's assistance in locating a man with an active warrant

Zion Khalil Tyson, 20, is wanted by police for drug-related charges.

Wissahickon School District to sell small piece of land to Whitpain Township ahead of new traffic signal

The sliver of grassy space is located at School Road and Route 73/Skippack Pike.

Kids' Night Out set for Oct. 19 to give Wiss Nation parents a night off, raise funds for cancer research

Wissahickon School District parents can enjoy a night out as high schoolers with Mini-Thon provide the babysitting

PHOTOS: Whitpain Township's Big Rig Roundup can't be slowed by a rainy day

Residents donned their rain jackets and mud boots to get out and enjoy the event, despite the weather

Upper Dublin Police track hit-and-run Porsche to discover DUI driver, reports said

Semencar charged after police follow fluid trail to find his location

Ambler Borough Police Department is hiring, to hold testing Nov. 2

Physical agility tests will be held first with those qualifying going on to a written exam

Wissahickon Fire Company mourns the loss of Life Active Member Joe Stagliano

Stagliano had served the company for nearly 40 years.

A reported truck fire has eastbound traffic on Interstate 276 near Fort Washington closed across all lanes

Drivers should avoid the area and delays continue at this hour

Upper Dublin Police stop another retail theft attempt at Lululemon, reports said

Police recovered $5,700 worth of merchandise as the man fled the scene, police said

PHOTOS: Whitpain's Community Festival pushes on despite the weather

Plenty of smiles were able to shine through the rain and clouds

Lower Gwynedd Police utilize ATM cameras, tattoo, Instagram to track theft from Wissahickon School District, reports said

A forged check was altered to change the "To the Order of" line on a cyber charter school payment this …

Multi-year PECO project slated to begin in October with tree trimming in Ambler, Whitpain, and Lower Gwynedd

The $4.5 million project will take until at least 2026 to complete.

A full weekend of free, family fun kicks off tonight for those in and around Whitpain Township

The Big Rig Roundup and Community Festival will keep the good times rolling all weekend long!

La Baja brings the flavor of Mexican borders to Ambler, along with a side of story

Owners Dionicio Jimenez, chef, and Mariangeli Alicea Saez opened their doors on Aug. 30.

PHOTOS: Lower Gwynedd's Fall Festival brings together families, businesses, and community

Check out some images from last weekend's Lower Gwynedd Fall Festival

Police said Lululemon thefts included 2 actors, 3 incidents, 6 large trash bags, and $36,244.96 in stolen goods

Pair accused of $12k in thefts last week found to be involved in far more, reports said

Strella Medical Aesthetics celebrates one year under new ownership in Lower Gwynedd

Owner Kruti Shah aims to bring self-care to the forefront for area clients

Too many feral cats in Ambler Borough had neighbors reporting the issue to borough council

Borough neighbors around Belmont Avenue said feral, outdoor cats are becoming a problem

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