Stories by Robby Chakler

SEPTA brings back Regional Rail Express Trains for local stations after months of suspension

Repairs have been completed on 180 of the 223 50-year-old railcars, which make up approximately two-thirds of SEPTA’s total Regional …

Major leadership shakeup coming at Toll Brothers in 2026

Longtime CEO Douglas Yearley Jr. will move from chairman and chief executive officer to executive chairman of the board

Girl Scout Cookie season arrives in Montgomery County with first big shipments

Cookie sales officially kick off Jan. 15

Megan Ngo breaks Upper Dublin girls basketball assists record

She surpassed the previous record of 542 assists, set by 2021 graduate Jess Polin

Cheltenham Avenue Corridor Study seeks to improve safety and traffic flow

The planning initiative is aimed at improving safety, traffic operations, and multimodal access along one of the area’s busiest roadways

Cheltenham Township unveils new logo and tagline

The new primary logo features several symbolic design elements

Abington Township Library responds after social media backlash over children’s program

The statement comes after comments on a Facebook post spread more widely, criticizing the local library program

Construction begins on West Moreland Avenue Bridge, full detour in place through December 2027

Construction Begins on West Moreland Avenue Bridge in Upper Moreland/Hatboro, Full Detour in Place Through December 2027

Abington School District seeks community input on new Middle School design

Community members are encouraged to complete the survey by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026

West Moreland Avenue Bridge replacement to close key route in early January

The long‑awaited project will reshape travel between Hatboro and Upper Moreland through 2027

GIANT to close Willow Grove e-Commerce fulfillment center in early 2026

While the Willow Grove facility will close, GIANT will still have delivery and online ordering as part of its business

Officials announce hybrid public meeting on cleanup efforts at Former Willow Grove Naval Air Base

Environmental cleanup efforts will be discussed by the Restoration Advisory Board (RAB) in January

Willow Grove medical practice agrees to $625K settlement following national data breach

The settlement covers about 39,500 people across the U.S. who were notified that their personal or medical information may have …

Abington Township approves tax and trash fee increases for 2026 budget

The approved budget includes a 0.25 mill increase in the property tax rate and a $125 increase in the annual …

Milling, paving operations will cause double lane closures in Abington

The work will take place near the intersection with Edge Hill Road in Abington Township

Abington's Randy Garber named 2025 PSCA AAAA Boys Soccer Coach of the Year

Abington's ’s longtime leader honored with the W. Gene Davis Memorial Award for his impact on players, program, and the …

Hatboro-Horsham teacher named Pew Fellow, awarded major grant for music, community work

Dr. Kendrah Butler-Waters, a composer, musician, and Glenside resident, has been named a 2025 Pew Fellow in the Arts

Abington School Board to begin discussions, review of 2026–2027 budget

The district must make its proposed preliminary budget available for public inspection by Jan. 29, 2026

Third annual Festivus Cocktail Crawl returns on Dec. 21

The event combines the spirit of Festivus from Seinfeld with a community, fun-filled cocktail crawl

Holidays at Hope Lodge & Colonial Tavern returns to Fort Washington on Dec. 13

The historic site will be transformed with festive décor, including a colorful “Gala of Trees”

Driver crashes into brick pillar outside FedEx building in Abington Township, according to reports

A driver struck a brick pillar near the building’s entrance around 11:41 a.m. Friday

Abington Police Detective Liz Cartwright receives Officer Commendation

She was recognized for her investigation into a local doctor's office uncovered a years-long embezzlement scheme exceeding $1 million

Upper Dublin Township to unveil new building four years after tornado destroyed complex

Upper Dublin Township is ready to unveil its new digs located at 803 Loch Alsh Avenue in Fort Washington on …

Shop with a Cop program to award 10 kids with shopping spree ahead of holiday season

This year, 10 lucky residents ages 7 to 14 will be awarded

Abington Township to hold public hearings on proposed amendments to local development, zoning rule changes

The hearings will take place on Dec. 11 at the Township Building located at 1176 Old York Road

5th Annual Onesie Bar Crawl returns to Glenside on Dec. 13

Six different bars in Glenside will be featured on the crawl

Insomnia Cookies to open new location in Upper Dublin

The new location will open at The Promenade in Upper Dublin, 1115 Market Street

Santa set to visit Upper Moreland on Dec. 7 for pictures, treats

Residents can get a picture with Santa from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Upper Moreland Fire Company

McKinley Fire Company opens Christmas tree lot, supporting Abington Township volunteers

The tree lot will be open on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Monday through Friday …

Snow, wintry mix expected to hit Montgomery County Tuesday morning

Precipitation and light snow is expected to begin as early as the overnight hours and transition between snow and rain …

Upgrades at Gov. Shapiro's Abington home could be subject to PA Senate subpoena

Roughly $1 million in publicly funded security upgrades at Gov. Josh Shapiro’s private home have sparked a push for subpoenas

Abington boys soccer team to be honored by officials

The Abington School Board will honor the title team in a presentation at the start of Tuesday's meeting

Hatboro bakery draws backlash over Trump-themed treats, threatens to sell and move

The owner of Lochel's Bakery has canceled all upcoming off-site events and craft shows, citing concerns for her safety

Wonder to hold ribbon-cutting ceremony for Dresher grand opening on Nov. 20

The new spot is located at 1080 Market Street in Upper Dublin inside the Promenade

Upper Moreland Township kicking off holiday season with annual Tree Lighting on Nov. 22

The celebration will take place at Veterans Memorial Park, located at 220 Mineral Avenue

Sen. Maria Collett hosts inaugural First Responders Breakfast at Eastern Technical School

The event took place at the Eastern Center for Arts and Technology in Willow Grove

Officials cancel Mental Health & Wellness Panel due to low registration

The discussion aimed to address mental health and wellness among youth and young adults

Abington boys soccer team advances to first-ever state semifinal after historic win

Abington will face Seneca Valley, the District 7 runner-up, in the state semifinals

PECO construction project on Mason Mill Road begins today, will last one month

The project will upgrade and modernize natural gas infrastructure

Family dog rescued from second floor during house fire in Abington

The Roslyn Fire Company was dispatched to a reported house fire on the 1700 block of Fairview Avenue in Abington …

Cheltenham Superintendent provides update on football season cancellation amid hazing investigation

The decision was announced on Oct. 20, after receiving a report in late September that a student had been assaulted …

Annual Fill a Cop Car event aims to support local food pantries this holiday season

The event will take place on Nov. 7 at the GIANT Food Store located at 315 N. York Road in …

8-year-old battling cancer sworn as new Abington Police Chief

Abington Police Department for 18 years, Chief Patrick Molloy handed the reins over to 3rd grader William Weir of Abington

Grocery Outlet opening in Abington Shopping Center on Nov. 6

The new store will open at 1441 Old York Road

Don’t toss your yard signs after Election Day: here’s where and how to recycle them

Montgomery County has designated 16 different locations to recycle lawn signs

Abington Police Chief Patrick Molloy joins regional effort to combat fentanyl trafficking

Chief highlights collaboration that led to seizure of 26.7 million doses of fentanyl

Upper Dublin High School celebrates 22 students honored by National Merit Scholarship Program

Seven students earned the title of National Merit Semifinalist, placing them in the top one percent of more than 1.3 …

Bomb threat prompts evacuation at Miller’s Ale House in Willow Grove, according to report

Police investigate after threatening call prompts evacuation

Man sentenced 5 to 15 years in prison after Abington carjacking incident, according to report

Rashawn Amin Williams, 19, pleading guilty to charges that included robbery of a motor vehicle and fleeing from police

Cheltenham officer shoots charging dog in self defense; investigation continues

Cheltenham Township received multiple 9-1-1 calls of a vicious pit bull chasing and attacking people and other dogs

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