Stories by Robby Chakler

Police arrest Shakim Mendez in connection to fatal hit-and-run crash in Flourtown

The incident occurred in November 2024

Lower Gwynedd Township Board of Supervisors to hear new proposed Historical Markers

The text will be presented to the Board of Supervisors at its meeting on Feb. 25

Whitpain Township hosting tree giveaway event on April 27

The trees are given out on a first-come, first-served basis

Fire & Ice Festival 2025 kicks off this weekend with food trucks, live bands, kids activities

The two-day free event will take place on Feb. 21 and Feb. 22

Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers sues former country club owner over golf course deal

Toll Brothers seeks to force the sale of the site that spans 50 acres

Upper Dublin Township seeking nominations for 2025 Upper Dublin Medals Program

The township will award an Outstanding Citizen, Outstanding Educator, and Outstanding Community Business or Non-Profit Organization

Registration now open for Ambler Auto Show

The event will be held on Sunday, May 18

Construction at Five-Points Intersection to continue through late 2025, PennDOT says

This project involves modifications to the intersection of Route 309 (Bethlehem Pike) with Route 463 (Horsham Road/Cowpath Road), and Doylestown …

Sweet Annie’s Candy Shoppe closing its doors on March 9

The owner made the announcement on social media


Philadelphia Eagles fans out in full force early to take train to Super Bowl parade

Some fans were lined at the Ambler Train Station while it was still dark out

Upper Dublin School District will count Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl parade as excused absence

Parents can write "Eagles Parade" as the reason and be excused

Upper Dublin still seeking more volunteers for Fire & Ice Festival

The two-day event takes place on Feb. 21 and Feb. 22

Man makes threatening phone call to political headquarters, now must answer in court

He faces charges of terroristic threats, bomb threats and harassment

Discussions about redevelopment of Spring House Corporate Center to continue in February

The Board of Commissioners will reveal what was learned at the community event held in January

Lower Gwynedd hosting 'Scam Jam' session to make people aware of potential scams, fraud

It takes place on Friday, March 15, 2025, at Spring House Estates

Chewy's Restaurant in Spring House opens

The popular food truck is open for business

Whitpain Township discusses idea of converting vacant office spaces into residential use

The issue is part of township's Comprehensive Plan Update

Former Horsham Clinic worker pleads guilty to sexual contact with minor

Ahmed Nordene Allie Jr. faces 7 to 14 years in prison

Oreland Volunteer Fire Company celebrates birthday of longtime member William ‘Satch’ Stainesby

The fire company celebrated the occasion at its February monthly meeting

Whitpain Township Zoning Board shoots down applicant's request to amend township code

The owner of Smoker's Destiny wanted to build a 70-square-foot sign

Montgomery County seeking volunteers for Montco Senior Games

Registration for 2025 will open on Thursday, Feb. 27, at 9 a.m.

Breaking: crews attempting to rescue wheelchair-bound man after he crashes car into tree

The accident occurred on the 1000 block of Limekiln Pike

Man pleads guilty to driving under influence in Skippack Pike crash that killed his pregnant girlfriend

Jabrial Terry faces a sentence of six to 12 years in state prison

Home health aide sent to prison for stealing more than $100K from Lower Gywnedd resident

The judge described her as a "financial predator"

Ambler-based Alpha & Omega Logistics forced to close its doors

Amazon terminated the company's contract on Jan. 10

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

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

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.

Dresher Road closed in both directions due to downed utility pole

Police are waiting for PECO to come out and assess the situation.

Project details about redeveloping Spring House Corporate Center to be revealed Jan. 30

Lower Gwynedd officials and the developer will be on hand from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. to answer community questions.

Whitpain Township welcomes three new fire service employees

The announcements were made at the recent January township meeting.

Ambler native, 'Rising Star' gifted Super Bowl tickets from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell

The NFL honored a local mother who donated her kidney to her son.

Whitemarsh Community Ambulance Association welcomes three new paramedics

The announcement was recently made on Jan. 18.

Fire & Ice Festival 2025 will feature food trucks, live bands, kids activities: and it's all free

The two-day event will take place on Feb. 21 and Feb. 22.

Man gets up to 10 years in prison for shooting incident in Upper Dublin

The incident occurred on the 3100 block of Walnut Ave.

Redeemer Health hopes for turnaround with $46M plan

Montco consulted with a healthcare management consultant firm to help increase revenue and cut expenses.

Road rage incident involving shooting in Upper Dublin could land man in prison

The incident occurred along Route 309 near the Turnpike exit ramp.

SweatHouz to open in Upper Dublin at Promenade

The company plans a soft opening on Jan. 25 and a grand opening on Jan. 30.

The Montgomery County Department of Public Safety hosting presentation on emergency medical services system study findings

The presentation is open to the public and there are opportunities to attend in person or virtually.

Ambler Borough Police Department is hiring new officers

The Borough is looking for a few good men.

Whitpain Township changes its snow emergency guidelines

The change centers around parking on all streets when snow is on the ground.

If you've been told you can lower your Xfinity bill to $75 a month, it's not true

The Ambler Borough Police Department is warning its residents about a scam.

Senator Collett delivers $250k for career & technical education in Montgomery County

Three grants in the amounts of $80,000 to $85,000 were issued to local schools.

Owner of Rubicon Wealth Management in Blue Bell accused of stealing $17 million from clients

Funds were used for international travel, country club membership dues and credit card bill payments.

Upper Dublin cancels Martin Luther King, Jr. festivities due to inclement weather

The snow will push back planned events, but there are still opportunities to volunteer in the area.

Application window closing soon for Wissahickon Middle School principal position

The school close the application process on Feb. 7

Lower Gwynedd Township Police Department warns residents about scam

Scammers are posing as court or Sheriff’s Office representatives, claiming that a resident missed a court date and must pay …

Chris Crail to host financial retirement talk at Senior Adult Activities Center of Montgomery County

Learn more about the ins and outs of social security, different types of retirement accounts, and more.

Montgomery County Consortium of Communities to administer written, physical tests for police officers

Officers will be assessed with written and physical exams on Feb. 15, 2025.

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