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April 23, 2025

Abandoned dogs left in cages are now up for adoption at Montgomery County SPCA

A total of six dogs were found alone in cages on Shoppers Lane in Cheltenham earlier this month

April 23, 2025

World's best golfers to gather in area for Truist Championship at Wissahickon Course

From May 5 to May 11, the PGA Tour is coming to the Philadelphia Cricket Club to host the Truist …

April 23, 2025

Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers earns spot on Forbes America’s Best Midsize Employers

America’s Best Midsize Employers, Toll Brothers comes in at Number 4

April 22, 2025

Man arrested for sexual acts with a minor in parking lot of Upper Dublin business, according to police

Conix is charged with involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, aggravated indecent assault, sexual abuse of children, and more

April 22, 2025

Lower Gwynedd Township to continue discussing banning single-use plastics in May

The township is looking into the impact that banning plastic bags, plastic utensils, and straws, among other uses, will have …

April 22, 2025

Whitpain Township celebrates its 30th Annual Earth Day event with art, poetry contest

Students from Wissahickon Elementary Schools, St. Helena School, and Holy Rosary School were awarded for their outstanding art and poetry …

April 21, 2025

Telephone pole falls down in Whitpain Township creating road closure

Yost Road is expected to be closed for the next six to eight hours

April 21, 2025

Construction projects starting this week will create closures in Lower Gwynedd Township

Starting this week, Evans Road will be closed as PennDOT crews are out at work

April 21, 2025

Here's how to score a free pretzel at Philly Pretzel Factory, Auntie Anne's

National Pretzel Day is celebrated on Saturday, April 26

April 18, 2025

Breaking: Fire breaks out at Sherry Lake Apartments in Whitemarsh Township

The incident occurred on Friday, April 18 at 10:08 a.m.

April 18, 2025

Wissahickon Creek to receive state grant for $1M for restoration project

State funding to support Montgomery County’s floodplain restoration project; repair ecosystems and protect against future storm damage

April 18, 2025

Nobel Prize winner coming to Upper Dublin Library in rare special appearance

Dr. Katalin Karikó will lead a discussion on Saturday, April 26 at 2 p.m.

April 17, 2025

Upper Dublin woman to face trial for neglectful death of her 21-year-old son

Sherrilynn Hawkins, 43, of Dresher, will head to trial on November 15

April 16, 2025

Breaking: Police are searching for missing juvenile who ran away from foster home in Montgomery Township

If you have any information about her whereabouts, contact police

April 16, 2025

Lower Gwynedd Police Department, Easter Bunny help the cause for Mattie N. Dixon Community Cupboard

The GIANT in Spring House served as the host of the "Fill a Cop Car" event

April 16, 2025

Upper Dublin Parks & Rec earns prestigious award for Fire & Ice Festival

Upper Dublin Parks & Recreation showcased its successful programs, innovative projects, and dedicated team

April 16, 2025

Isla Bistro celebrates Fort Washington opening with ribbon-cutting ceremony

The restaurant is open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

April 15, 2025

Breaking: school bus, multiple cars trapped between sparking wires, fallen trees in Lower Gwynedd, report

The incident occurred at 4:41 p.m. on the 1300 block of Dogwood Lane

April 15, 2025

Uber driver who groped, attempted to kiss passenger in Whitpain Township, will face trial

Robert Corcoran, 61, of West Chester, will stand trial on charges of Indecent Assault and Harassment

April 15, 2025

Summer Concert Series to return to Lower Gwynedd

Every Wednesday in May, June and July a new band and food truck will be featured

April 15, 2025

Wissahickon School District changes start, end time of Elementary School days

Wissahickon School District recently announced the change

April 14, 2025

Fort Washington Fire Company current, past Chiefs earn distinguished honor from Upper Dublin

Two members from Fort Washington Fire Company were recently inducted into Upper Dublin's Hall of Fame

April 11, 2025

Family escapes safely from 3 a.m. house fire in Dresher

Crews from Fort Washington Fire Company responded to the incident on the 3200 block of East Bruce Drive

April 11, 2025

Lower Gwynedd Township wants to know your favorite restaurant, bar in the area

The survey is part of the township's effort for feedback on its 2045 Comprehensive Plan

April 10, 2025

Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers purchases former St. Basil School in Jenkintown for $9.5M

This purchase follows the academy's closure in June 2021 due to financial and enrollment challenges

April 10, 2025

Upper Dublin Township looking to fill vacancies on various Boards, Commissions

The Board of Commissioners will be appointing new members at its meeting on June 10

April 9, 2025

Multiple people trapped inside vehicle after multi-car accident on Skippack Pike

The accident occurred at 9:17 p.m. in the area of Skippack Pike and Penllyn Blue Bell Pike

April 9, 2025

Lower Gwynedd Township hosts Open House tonight to discuss banning single-use plastics throughout township

There will be an open house to discuss a possible ban on plastics on April 9

April 9, 2025

Mission Kids breaks ground on new child advocacy center, training facility

This facility will help the fight against child abuse across Montgomery County and beyond

April 8, 2025

Upper Dublin Police Chief ups reward to 10K for info on man facing charges related to the death of his disabled son

Vernon Hatchett's 21-year-old son was left unfed and uncared for despite being deaf, blind, and bound to a wheelchair, police …

April 8, 2025

Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers earns spot on Forbes billionaires list

Toll is also the owner of BET Investments, a real estate investment firm based in Dresher

April 7, 2025

Man stabs person with scissors in daycare parking lot, fight ensues during drop-off hours, according to police

The parking lot was filled with parents and children when the incident occurred, police say

April 7, 2025

Contractors begin pre-construction activities, fill site at Wissahickon Park

This work includes installation of temporary erosion control measures and the import of additional clean fill to the site

April 7, 2025

Whitpain Township businesses must post signage about fees for paper bags

In accordance with the ordinance banning plastic use, businesses must alert customers by April 30

April 4, 2025

CBS National News features Gwynedd Mercy's respiratory therapy program for use of Jell-O, liverwurst

These unconventional teaching tools are helping students practice biopsies and aspirations, key components of respiratory care

April 3, 2025

Maple Glen man arrested for accidentally sending child porn image to Abington medical business, according to police

Barry Sussman, 79, has been charged with possession of child sexual abuse materials, criminal use of a communication facility and …

April 3, 2025

Breaking: male stabbed in domestic situation, incident spills over into daycare

The male pulled into Lightbridge Academy after being stabbed, according to reports

April 3, 2025

Whitpain Township Police Department gets special visitors at police station

Girl Scout Troop 7464 got a tour of the Whitpain Township Police Department and delivered some tasty treats

April 3, 2025

Lower Gwynedd to discuss banning single-use plastics throughout township

There will be an open house to discuss a possible ban on plastics on April 9

April 3, 2025

Residents can shred up to three boxes of documents at Upper Dublin Library

Protect your personal information and destroy your confidential documents, such as old tax returns, credit card receipts, or legal documents

April 2, 2025

Lower Gwynedd Police Department looking for a few good meds

On Saturday, April 26, the Lower Gwynedd Township Police Department will participate in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

April 2, 2025

Act II Playhouse newest director shares experience of working at theater

Michael Jastrotch joined Act II in 2024. He was the founder of ColdTowne Theater and the Austin Sketch Comedy Festival

April 1, 2025

An 18-year-old will stand trial for fatal incident that killed landscaper in Whitemarsh

The impact was so severe that the victim was thrown 168 feet, and one of his shoes was found lodged …

April 1, 2025

PHOTOS: Construction set to start on Mermaid Park in Blue Bell

The addition of three new pods will be the first phase of the project

April 1, 2025

Keith Valley Middle School Student heading to national Spelling Bee competition

Maia Methai correctly spelled “umbelliferous” after 18 rounds to capture the title competing against 35 other competitors from Bucks and …

March 31, 2025

Developer proposes to construct 16 high-end condos in Ambler

The Planning Commission reviewed sketches of the proposal at its March meeting

March 31, 2025

Second incident of antisemitic vandalism hits Montgomery County school

Plymouth Whitemarsh alerted parents of the ongoing investigation

March 28, 2025

Lower Gwynedd Police Department participates in 'Rock Your Socks' event for a good cause

Sergeant William Henry joined students from the Wissahickon Life Skills Program at the Ambler YMCA

March 28, 2025

Maple Glen Dairy Queen offering 85 cent Blizzards as part of promotion

DQ is running the promotion to celebrate a special milestone — the company’s 85th anniversary

March 28, 2025

Local leaders to address hate, bias in community in town hall event

"Addressing Hate and Bias in our Community," will take place on Sunday, March 30, 2025 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00pm …

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