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January 3, 2025

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.

January 2, 2025

Residents ask Upper Dublin Township zoners to reject bus depot variances

Decision expected Jan. 27

January 2, 2025

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.

January 2, 2025

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

January 1, 2025

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.

January 1, 2025

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.

December 31, 2024

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

Police said that she was located yesterday afternoon.

December 31, 2024

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.

December 31, 2024

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

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

December 31, 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.

December 30, 2024

A vehicle accident results with one car on its side in Abington Township Monday morning

A man was entrapped in the flipped car, requiring assistance.

December 30, 2024

Police seek the public's help searching for 11-year-old girl in Upper Moreland Township

The child has not been seen since early morning hours on Monday.

December 30, 2024

What exactly is the Montgomery County Prothonotary? And why do I need to visit him?

Learn what this important role may provide for you with this edition of Managing Montco.

December 28, 2024

A vehicle accident on Blair Mill Road has a car on its side, a woman trapped

Rescuers are responding to a scene in Upper Moreland Township Saturday night

December 28, 2024

Driver says something 'exploded in her face' causing an Upper Dublin traffic accident Saturday

First responders are in the area assisting those involved at this time.

December 28, 2024

A vehicular accident with injuries has traffic slowed on Davisville Road in Upper Moreland Saturday afternoon

First responders are working to assist those involved at this time.

December 27, 2024

A two-car accident has a woman trapped under a truck in Upper Moreland Township

Rescue units are at the scene assisting those involved.

December 27, 2024

One ambulance called to a car vs. pole accident on Bethlehem Pike Friday afternoon

Witnesses said that a driver was unconscious at the scene.

December 27, 2024

Fort Washington Fire Company recognized for water rescue certifications

The company, which is 100 percent volunteer, is now certified in Swiftwater Flood Evacuation rescues

December 27, 2024

Montgomery County Jury Commissioners ensure our county's courts have a supply of persons ready to serve

Learn about the one unique department of Row Officers that requires two people to help it along.

December 26, 2024

Believe Granddads or Grinches, but remember why we celebrated Christmas

Don't sweat the small stuff, and yes, it really is all small stuff.

December 26, 2024

Meet Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele and find out what his role entails

Learn more about elected county officials with our series, Managing Montco

December 24, 2024

Meet Montgomery County Coroner Dr. Janine Darby, M.D.

Learn what all the coroner does for a county with our next edition of Managing Montco.

December 23, 2024

Elkins Park man sentenced after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl

The incidents occurred in Horsham, Upper Moreland townships, police say.

December 23, 2024

Find fun for everyone with This Week Now: Dec. 23 to 30, 2024

From winter break workshops for the kids, to a romantic daytime date, TWN has events for you!

December 23, 2024

Meet the Montgomery County Controller and what she does for you

A third article in our Managing Montco series introduces you to the financial watchdog of the county

December 20, 2024

Woman walks out of Macy's with nearly $1K in stolen clothing, Abington police say

A Glenside woman is facing felony charges after leaving the Willow Grove Park Mall without paying, say police

December 20, 2024

Santa finds time to schedule four more runs in Abington Township

The big man himself will hit the Abington communities with four more runs thanks to local fire departments.

December 20, 2024

Find out what 'row officers' are and who the Montgomery County Clerk of Courts is and what she does

A second article in our Managing Montco series introducing readers to the elected officials in their county government.

December 19, 2024

Jenkintown provides list of recently awarded grants totaling over $3.85 million for borough projects

Grants were given from federal, state, and county levels.

December 19, 2024

Abington Police add a new officer to the force: Justin Thomas

The recent graduate of Montgomery County Police Academy will start this week.

December 19, 2024

Time marches on: How one mom is handling an Empty Nest Christmas

Spoiler alert: the answer is 'not very well,' but read on to understand why.

December 19, 2024

Welcome to 'Managing Montco,' a series dedicated to informing you about county government

Our series aims to educate the public on elected county officials, their role for the public

December 18, 2024

Reports of a pedestrian struck by a truck near Holy Redeemer Hospital have first responders helping at the scene

Abington Police, Bryn Athyn Fire, and Second Alarmers are responding to the call.

December 18, 2024

Man impersonates daughter's Upper Dublin teacher via email, among other lengths, to harass ex, police say

He faces 19 charges in the matter which began in August 2024, according to police.

December 18, 2024

Residents have until Monday to complete Abington School District's survey

Abington, Rockledge residents asked to weigh in on district's middle school project

December 17, 2024

DA, police announce arrest of second man in Lower Merion home invasion and murder

Kelvin Roberts, 42, has been taken into custody, police say.

December 17, 2024

Two neighbors shoplift over $1K of food from Willow Grove Walmart, police say

Upper Moreland Township Police were able to locate the duo to press felony charges, say police

December 17, 2024

Abington Police welcome new Animal Control Officer Jerry Czech

Czech brings experience from the state's gaming commission, Cheltenham Township's animal control department

December 17, 2024

Upper Dublin's Human Relations Commission to host speaker on 'LGBTQ Existence and Community Building'

The speaker's presentation will be held at the UDPL on Jan. 9v

December 16, 2024

Doylestown man wanted for Hatboro robbery arrested in Abington

A robbery on Horsham Road occurred on Dec. 11.

December 16, 2024

A decade's-long $8 million medical malpractice suit against Abington hospital upheld by PA Superior Courts

After a woman's C-section, she was forced into emergency surgery after hospitals failed to identify a uterine artery cut.

December 16, 2024

One Jan. 4 Comedy Night will help Dresher dancers' dreams for Disney

Puck Live in Doylestown will play host to the night of laughs with Joe Conklin and friends

December 13, 2024

What mysterious flash of light appeared in Upper Dublin Township skies Thursday night?

We want your opinion on what this dash-camera video captured in real time.

December 13, 2024

Jenkintown man arrested on DUI charges after abandoning wrecked rental car in a lane of traffic, police say

The car had struck a utility pole and was left in the roadway in Abington.

December 13, 2024

Regional Roundup: A wonderful week two of Holiday Light Displays

Check out the homes featured on our Facebook pages in Horsham, Willow Grove, North Penn and Central Bucks.

December 12, 2024

A Jenkintown man is under arrest in conjunction with Lower Merion home invasion, homicide, DA says

Charles Fulforth, 41, of Jenkintown has been arrested, authorities say, as another is still at large.

December 12, 2024

Wrong-way Glenside driver charged with DUI in Abington Township

Woman had car facing the wrong way in the street, later hitting a curb causing a flat, say police

December 11, 2024

A two-car accident with injuries slows traffic in Upper Dublin Township

Air bags deployed in both vehicles, which collided in the area of Dreshertown Road and Limekiln Pike.

December 11, 2024

Abington police make arrest after man allegedly leaves ACME with a cart full of unpaid groceries

The goods were valued at over $270, police say.

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