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July 1, 2025

Breaking: HAZMAT teams respond to hazardous materials spill at Janssen Research and Development faclility

The spill was contained to inside the building and did not spread elsewhere, according to officials

July 1, 2025

Owner of Blue Bell-based Rubicon Wealth Management sentenced for defrauding customers out of more than $20 million, officials say

Scott Mason, 66, must pay nearly $25 million in restitution to victims and over $2.3 million to the IRS, according …

July 1, 2025

Ambler Kiwanis Carnival set to kick off with fireworks, rides, and 100-year celebration

This year’s carnival takes on special significance as the Kiwanis Club of Ambler celebrates its 100th anniversary

June 27, 2025

Lower Gwynedd Police Department participates in 2025 Community and First Responders Day

Variety supports children, typically ages 5 to 24, with a wide range of disabilities

June 27, 2025

R. Stephen Barrett, 74, Montgomery County Judge and community leader, dies

He died on June 12 at age 74 after complications from bladder cancer

June 26, 2025

Man with prior retail theft convictions attempts to steal $479 worth of goods from GIANT, police say

The Meat Manager recognized a potential theft in progress and began to monitor the suspect

June 26, 2025

Amish Outlaws performing live concert at Mermaid Lake Park

El Toro, Wrap n Roll, and Kona Ice all will be on hand tonight.

June 26, 2025

Upper Dublin baseball team honored by politicians at State Capitol in Harrisburg

Coaches, players, managers, and their families visited Harrisburg to be honored by state officials and representatives at the State Capitol

June 25, 2025

Legendary Philadelphia Eagles announcer Merrill Reese chairs 2025 Whitpain Golf Classic

The 2025 event was held on June 16 at Blue Bell Country Club

June 24, 2025

Officials close down Norristown Road after two-vehicle accident, one car flipped on its roof

A Cadillac Escalade flipped on its roof after a collision with another vehicle around 6:17 p.m. Tuesday.

June 24, 2025

Redevelopment at Ambler Train Station for 170 housing units to be discussed at SEPTA proposed meeting

SEPTA is conducting a pre-proposal meeting on Wednesday, June 25. The deadline for proposals is July 31

June 24, 2025

Taquerias Dos Hermanos, Boardroom Spirits, live music coming to Pen Ambler Park Wednesday

Special event parking will be available off of Pen-Ambler Road

June 24, 2025

Ticketing Tuesday: Folk music, metal and some comedy gold

Philly has just the thing to brighten up your week

June 23, 2025

Tree falls on man's car with two young children inside in Whitpain Township

There were no injuries reported

June 23, 2025

New traffic pattern on Route 202 starts this week through December

The new lanes are part of the 202 Widening Project

June 20, 2025

Lower Gwynedd hiring new officers, police exams to be administered on August 2

Those interested in joining the LGPD will be required to report to Springfield Township High School

June 20, 2025

Gwynedd Mercy University hires former alumni, Globetrotter to be next Men's Basketball coach

Darnell Artis, a 2016 graduate, made his mark as a key player on the university’s 2015-2016 championship squad

June 20, 2025

Lower Gwynedd Township seeking feedback on sidewalks and trails strategic plan

The draft plan is available for additional public comment until the Board of Supervisors meeting on June 24

June 19, 2025

Wissahickon School Board approves 4% real estate tax increase for 2025-26

The vote was approved at the June monthly meeting

June 19, 2025

First installment of Whitpain Township's Summer Concert and Movie Series rescheduled for August

Due to the rainy forecast, Tuesday's movie showing was postponed

June 18, 2025

Developer moves forward with 72-townhome residential project in Upper Dublin

The site is located at 1840 Norristown Road

June 18, 2025

Wissahickon School District's Dr. James Crisfield signs off as Superintendent

Dr. Crisfield shared his favorite memories after a decade at the helm

June 17, 2025

Whitpain Township Summer Concert and Movie Series kicks off tonight at Wentz Run Park

Movies will be featured on select Tuesday's while the concerts will run on Thursday's

June 16, 2025

Ambler Police Department investigating 'numerous' car break-ins

Thieves are using high tech methods to steal vehicles

June 16, 2025

Wissahickon School District crossing guard works last day on job after nearly two decades

Ms. Romano worked as a crossing guard for the last 19 years

June 16, 2025

Wissahickon School District votes to keep contract with Montgomery County Intermediate Unit after controversy

The school board was presented with class material that taught a "biased and inflammatory view of the history of Israel"

June 16, 2025

Latest viral TikTok trend is reckless, against the law, Montgomery County authorities say

The challenge involves teens running up to a house and forcefully kicking the front door

June 13, 2025

Whitpain Township residents can play tennis, pickleball for free at Montgomery County Community College

The new pickleball courts will be open, free of charge, for players of all abilities

June 12, 2025

Upper Dublin School District responds to flag incident that 'tarnished' graduation

Some graduating students reportedly displayed the Palestine Flag

June 12, 2025

Lower Gwynedd Township reveals beer vendors for rescheduled Summer Concert Series

Mike Greer & Co. will now play in Lower Gwynedd on August 13

June 11, 2025

Whitpain Township Police Department, Centre Square Fire Company come together for 13th Annual John Shapiro's Superheroes 5K

The 13th Annual John Shapiro's Superheroes 5K Run/1 Mile Run/Walk and Fun Run was held on June 7, at the …

June 11, 2025

Upper Dublin High School baseball team earns first ever spot in PIAA State Championship Game

UD will face Shaler (7-1) on Thursday, June 12, at 4:30 p.m. at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park on the …

June 10, 2025

Lower Gwynedd Environmental Advisory Council accepting nominations for 2025 Going Green Award

The award recognizes sustainability initiatives that improve or protect the environment and natural resources

June 9, 2025

Upper Dublin graduate identified as missing boater on Schuylkill River

The cause of death was an accidental drowning, the Coroner’s Office announced

June 9, 2025

Butler Pike to close, detours in place, for bridge project construction

The closure and detours will be in affect starting Wednesday

June 6, 2025

PHOTOS: Wissahickon High School sends off seniors at graduation

Wissahickon High School Graduation

June 6, 2025

Lower Gwynedd supervisors to discuss addition of new cell towers to address gap in cell service

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on June 24

June 5, 2025

New law banning handheld devices behind the wheel goes into effect today

Paul Miller's Law will go into effect on June 5

June 5, 2025

Hatboro-Horsham, Upper Dublin square off in PIAA 5A baseball quarterfinal matchup

The two local teams will play Thursday at Villanova Ballpark at 4 p.m.

June 5, 2025

Wissahickon School District appoints new principal of Stony Creek Elementary School

Mrs. Kelly Carter will replace Mrs. Stephanie Washam, who served as the principal of the elementary school since September 2023

June 4, 2025

Breaking: driver flips car onto its roof on Norristown Road near Route 309 on-ramp

The incident occurred near the on-ramp to Route 309 northbound on Wednesday at 12:03 p.m.

June 4, 2025

Thieves steal from Fine Wine and Good Spirits, Target, police searching for suspects

Can you identify this man?

May 30, 2025

Man punches woman in face, tussle ensues with three police officers, according to police

Police officers suffered cuts and scrapes trying to remove the man from his vehicle

May 30, 2025

Lower Gwynedd Township developing guide for future land developments

The plan includes priority routes for future pedestrian accessways, existing mid-block pedestrian crossings to be evaluated for improvements, and locations …

May 29, 2025

Man 'hit and chokes' woman after she wouldn't let him use her cell phone, according to police

The victim told police that she believed he was trying to kill her

May 29, 2025

Deconstruction of Ambler Train Station Freight House has begun

The Wissahickon Valley Historical Society recently provided an update on the structure built in 1855

May 28, 2025

Man arrested for allegedly breaking into Maple Glen home at night with glass break tool

Ishmir Ra, 49, was arrested after allegedly breaking into a home on Butler Pike in Maple Glen

May 28, 2025

PHOTOS: Whitpain Township's new Community Center renderings revealed

Consultants from Phillips & Donovan Architects gave an update on the construction of the new community center

May 27, 2025

Former aide at Upper Dublin assisted living facility sent to jail for hitting dementia patient

Police said Rosematte Darelus 'backhanded' an elderly woman after the woman splashed her with water

May 27, 2025

Hundreds come out to Montgomery County Senior Expo event

The Montgomery Township Community and Recreation Center was filled with more than 50 vendors

Ticketing Tuesday: Fourth of July celebrations and …

Construction to close Five-Points Intersection in July

Road construction planned through Wednesday on Interstate …

This Week Now: Fourth of July Celebrations …

R. Stephen Barrett, 74, Montgomery County Judge …

Check out this PA Summer Guide & …

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Beachstock kicks off summer in Downbeach

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The Who bringing final tour to Philly, Atlantic City

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Local businesses are excited for Memorial Day weekend at the Jersey Shore

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