Stories by Melissa S. Finley

They're using our music against us: old tunes and new ads

Do songs from your childhood stir nostalgia or simply fuel your anger?

Daylight shows the aftermath of massive fire, explosions which destroyed SPS Technologies in Jenkintown

The losses to property were evident, though no people were hurt in the blaze.

Five-alarm fire, explosions reported at Jenkintown's SPS Technologies

A fire and heavy smoke is visible in the 300 block of Highland Avenue, authorities report.

Montgomery County DA offers $5K reward for information on a fatal shooting Feb. 13

27-year-old Cesar Flores-Diaz was fatally shot in Norristown

Our editor has a solution to make winter driving much safer for all: stay home

Raised in a region of lake effect snow, some are better equipped than others for chilly weather vehicle operation.

Second of two Montgomery County district court employees turns herself in Wednesday to face theft charges

Patricia Althouse, of Ardmore, who served as the Lower Merion Traffic Clerk, faces theft and related charges.

When sleep will not come: A nightly routine in futility

How does one spend the days drowsy, but the nights wide awake?

Two men face felony charges for damaging a Roslyn apartment, gluing shut appliances, police say

Police say lewd drawings and threats were left on a bedroom wall.

Why January is, by far, the year's longest month

The boring, slow drag of the year's first month grates on the moods of many.

Woman screams profanities, strikes an officer during drunken disturbance at Willow Grove Park Mall, police say

Abington police said that 'significant physical force' was required to arrest her.

A man banned from Willow Grove Walmart returns to steal three DVDs, police say

The Hatboro man will now face a felony charge for theft, in addition to trespassing, say police.

Philadelphia Region prepares for largest snowfall predictions of the season

National Weather Service says collar counties can expect six to eight inches of snow.

Reward offered for Vernon Hatchett, a Glenside man wanted in connection to his disabled son's death, DA says

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

A car has crashed into a smoke shop in Willow Grove, Upper Moreland Township

EMS responders are at the scene to assist with injuries.

Philadelphia man fraudulently used Dresher woman's Macy's card, charging over $3,800 in purchases, police say

The incidents occurred near the end of the Summer of 2024.

Reports of a shooting in Abington Township have first responders dispatched to Bradfield Road

Dispatch received reports of a shooting on Thursday afternoon.

Abington hit-and-run results in DUI charges for one man, police say

The November two-vehicle accident involved the man merging into another lane of traffic, say police.

Where 'Rosie the Riveter' went wrong

A symbol of a movement I think took the right first steps, but forgot an important hurdle.

Glenside man faces felony charge after keeping a rental car five months beyond contract's expiration, police say

AVIS car rentals in Philadelphia reported the car as stolen.

Man's retail theft from Sephora ends in fleeing police, felony charges, say Abington police

The man stole over $127 in merchandise, police say.

Welcome to a new feature: Ticketing Tuesday, bringing you the biggest shows in Philly this week

From family musicals, to rockstar concerts, prepare for some of the best tickets in town.

St. James Place fire has several fire companies dispatched to Abington Township

Early reports show the fire may have started in a dryer.

Nine fire companies extinguish Jenkintown fire Monday morning

The home's one occupant and several pets were safely evacuated.

Abington police find drugs, guns in two different traffic stops just three days apart

Felony charges have been filed for two men after the separate incidents.

Willow Grove man charged with DUI after October hit-and-run investigation

Police said the driver was under the influence of alcohol and marijuana.

Car driven into the pond near the Willow Grove YMCA is sinking

The condition of its driver is not yet known.

First responders head to a garage fire in the Elkins Park section of Cheltenham midday Thursday

The garage is attached to a home, though all have been evacuated from the structures.

Roslyn man faces felony charges, accused of raping a 9-year-old child in his Abington home, police say

Abington Police forensically interviewed the child, according to a police criminal complaint.

Abington Police say that a man's failure to return a U-Haul van results in felony charges

The van was over a week due for its rental return, and U-Haul reported it as stolen.

Two EV charging stations will remain available for use in the Leedom Street lot in Jenkintown in 2025

The borough has renewed partnerships to continue the availability of the EV chargers.

Woman uses a Willow Grove business' gas card to ring up nearly $11K in fraudulent charges, police say

The former office manager should not have had a gas card at any time, and used it far beyond her …

Explore what commissioners, row officers do for Montgomery County, Pa. with Managing Montco

We've brought together the full series so you can find each officers' details in one simple place.

An Abington police traffic stop results in state prison time for one convicted man

Montgomery County Courts found the man guilty of felony charges, resulting in his sentence.

Fort Washington garden center theft results in felony charges, police say

The Flourtown man had two prior convictions for retail theft, police say.

Ambler-bottled spirits now available at local state stores, area pubs

Learn where you can find this local product near your community.

This Week Now: Find good laughs, your inner zen, or get in touch with nature this week with the area's fun events

There is always something fun to find in the Philadelphia Suburbs.

Learn about the row office of Treasurer in our final office article of Managing Montco

We've reviewed the purpose of nine of the county's row offices, in addition to the commissioners.

Abington police make traffic stop and discover large quantities of marijuana and packaging materials, police say

A Philadelphia man faces charges of possession with intent to distribute as a result.

Man arrested by Upper Moreland Police wanted in Bucks County for scamming seniors, police say

Louigi Frank used a driveway sealcoat company to swindle elderly residents in Bedminster, say police

Meet the Montgomery County Sheriff and learn what this office can do for you

In our next Managing Montco installment, we get to know what a sheriff does in Pennsylvania.

It's OK to not be OK sometimes: Accepting our mental health can be a great first step

Life is hard, and at times, that means you need a break. And, that's OK.

Learn what the Register of Wills does for Montgomery County, beyond what the title may suggest

Our next installment of Managing Montco takes a look at the elected position of Register of Wills

Two elderly pedestrians dead, one severely injured in New Year's Eve accident in Blue Bell

Whitpain police ask that anyone with information reach out to them.

A York Road vehicle accident has caused downed power lines, injuries in Upper Moreland Township

Units are reporting that extended road closures are likely due to downed wires.

A missing 11-year-old girl from Upper Moreland has been found

Police said that she was located yesterday afternoon.

An Upper Dublin 21-year-old care-dependent man left to starve to death by parents, caretaker, DA says

The mother, father, and caretaker face felony charges, including murder, for their lack of care, police say.

Montco DA: Mom, dad, caretaker charged in starvation death of care-dependent man

Tylim Hatchett, 21, of Upper Dublin, died on Sept. 19, 2024.

A Montgomery County Recorder of Deeds, responsible for far more than one document

Learn about the role of Jeanne Sorg and her office's duties and services.

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