Stories by Robby Chakler

Warrant issued for man who stole rent checks from more than 20 residents at Rydal Park

A man is charged with four felony counts related to the theft.

Jenkintown School District continues its 150th anniversary celebration

There are planned events throughout the rest of the school year.

Borough of Rockledge names new mayor, honors longtime police officer

The announcements were made at the Jan. 27 township council 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.

Breaking: rescue crews responding to flipped minivan in front of Mattress Firm in Jenkintown

It was reported that one person was trapped inside the vehicle.

Convicted Montgomery County child predator rejects plea deal

The man originally was arrested in 2004 after he used the internet to arrange a meeting outside the Abington Library …

Former Montgomery County controller Karen Geld Sanchez happy to back at her Abington roots

She recently accepted a position in Abington Township as its newest tax collector and treasurer.

Man stopped in Abington with marijuana bags, digital scale, 15 painkillers, police say

Abington Police made the traffic stop on Jan. 19 in Roslyn.

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 admits to gun possession after being stopped in Willow Grove section of Abington

The incident occurred in the area of Old Welsh and Easton roads.

Redeemer Health hopes for turnaround with $46M plan

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

Jenkintown School Board approves several new positions

The confirmations were confirmed at a recent school board meeting.

Abington Police Department charges woman with three felony counts for work at Willow Grove church, police say

Charges stem from not finishing a construction project after receiving more than $2,000 in payments.

Upper Moreland Police Department welcomes three new cadets

The three new cadets will graduate in June.

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.

Jenkintown School Board approves brand new clubs

Four new clubs were announced at the January Jenkintown School Board of Directors meeting.

Abington Police give update on reported 'shooting' in Abington Township

"There were no guns involved, and no serious injuries."

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.

Jenkintown Borough will not increase its taxes in 2025

The Jenkintown Borough Council voted to approve its 2025 budget at its December 2024 meeting.

Man sentenced to 11 to 23 months in prison for possessing loaded firearm after traffic stop in Abington

Desmond Malik Williams, 27, of Philadelphia, received his sentence in Montgomery County court.

Jenkintown school board directors approve new Legacy Playground at Jenkintown Elementary

School board directors gave an update on the project at its Jan. 13 meeting.

Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust to donate funds from upcoming 6th annual Earth Day Trail Run

People can sign up for the 10K, 5K, or one-mile race to be held on April 26.

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.

Abington Friends School to replace trees as part of Abington-Jenkintown Connections project

The township promised to plant twice as many trees as it had to remove during construction.

Cheltenham Police Department honors K-9 with memorial dedication

Tychus' name was added to the K-9 Memorial after crossing the Rainbow Bridge.

Federal Donuts & Chicken officially opens in Willow Grove

The donut franchise opened its second suburban location on Jan. 10.

Briar Bush Nature Center to name four new animal ambassadors

Two former ambassadors now have new homes, which leaves openings for new animals.

Upper Moreland Fire Department seeking volunteers for 2025

Looking for a life-changing New Year's resolution? Volunteer with UMFD.

'All You Need Is Love' tour coming to Keswick Theater

Come to the Keswick Theater in Glenside on Jan. 16 to witness the Beatles' song tour

Abington, GIANT partnering for Feeding School Kids program

People can donate through March 15.

PUC approves PECO's electricity, natural gas rate hikes for 2025, 2026

The residential rate increases go into effect starting January 2025.

Access Network Holiday Pet Photo Contest: And the winners are...

After receiving hundreds of submissions and votes, we’re thrilled to announce the winners who captured both the holiday spirit and …

Abington's McKinley Elementary opens a 12-year-old time capsule

This year's graduating class was in kindergarten and first grades when this was buried.

Jenkintown passes budget with no tax hike, but an increase in sewer bills

The budget showed the loss of two police department positions.

Jenkintown school directors partner with GKO Architects to form master plan for expansion

Preliminary conversations have the board looking to the future.

Jenkintown school district begins to look at 2025-26 taxes

Directors said tax increases will not exceed the 4.6% index

The 2025 Upper Moreland Township budget includes a 3.23% tax increase

Commissioners estimate it will cost homes around $32 extra dollars per year.

Abington School District names new president, vice president for 2025

The reorganizational meeting was held last week.

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