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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: person stabbed in Upper Moreland Township, according to reports

The incident occurred at 9:44 a.m. Thursday morning

April 3, 2025

Man steals car from tow lot he used to work at, gets pulled over in Abington Township, police say

Giovanni Figueroa of Philadelphia faces a felony charge of receiving stolen property

April 3, 2025

New GIANT in Jenkintown will host ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday to celebrate opening

The first 200 customers will receive a GIANT reusable shopping bag filled with product samples

April 2, 2025

Upper Moreland Fire Department helps rescue family cat after house catches fire

A report of a "fully involved" fire on the 200 block of S. Warminster Road took place on March 31

April 2, 2025

Restrictions to take place on Easton Road for SEPTA bridge construction project

Construction is set to begin on Monday, April 7

April 1, 2025

Police stop man in Abington with Glock loaded with 15 rounds, charge him with intent to distribute, according to police

A total of 80 mylar bags and a digital scale were found in the car

April 1, 2025

After Upper Moreland Elementary School, second incident of antisemitic vandalism hits Montgomery County school

Plymouth Whitemarsh alerted parents of the ongoing investigation

April 1, 2025

Nearly 80% of residents say 'longer term health and safety issues' top concern in aftermath of SPS Technologies fire

The Greater Glenside Civic Association recently released survey findings from its residents

March 31, 2025

Potential scams targeting residents living near SPS Technologies fire, according to Abington Fire Marshal

Individuals are attempting to target those who may be vulnerable, distressed, or concerned after the recent fire

March 31, 2025

Several longtime Abington teachers are set to retire after this school year

The Board of School Directors approved the retirements at their monthly March meeting

March 31, 2025

Walgreens in Elkins Park to close at end of year

The company recently listed 450 locations that will close their doors at the end of 2025

March 28, 2025

Abington police make arrest in shooting incident of drug deal gone bad at Roslyn Park

Adam Soumahoro, 20, of Glenside, faces felony charges of robbery, inflicting serious bodily injury, and aggravated assault

March 28, 2025

Bryn Athyn College to cut all NCAA sports programs at end of year

President Sean Connelly made the sudden announcement in a letter

March 28, 2025

Upper Moreland School District 'Rocks Socks' during World Down Syndrome Day

The event encourages people to wear brightly colored or mismatched socks as a representation of Down Syndrome because the chromosomes …

March 27, 2025

Glenside resident arrested for secretly recording juvenile, adult undressing in bathroom, according to police

David Lyons, of Abington Township, faces multiple charges including Felony Sexual Abuse of Children, Invasion of Privacy, and Producing Obscene …

March 27, 2025

Allied Universal Security Services laying off 72 employees at Conshohocken branch

The company filed paperwork with the state indicating a company restructure

March 27, 2025

Willow Grove 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 26, 2025

Woman faces retail theft felony after stealing alcohol, groceries from Weis Market, according to police

Kristin Haines failed to pay for $77.55 worth of goods from the Upper Moreland supermarket

March 26, 2025

Jenkintown's new metered parking ordinance could be approved tonight

Jenkintown Borough Council could adopt the new ordinance at tonight's meeting

March 26, 2025

Celebrity Sandra Bernhard to perform 'Shapes & Forms' at Keswick Theater on April 27

Her performance will feature brand new material, along with the Sandyland Squad Band as part of the performance

March 26, 2025

Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County hosting Job Fair on April 24

The event will take place at the Plymouth Meeting Mall from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

March 25, 2025

Abington High School students raise more than $75K for pediatric cancer at Abing-THON event

Students helped raise $15K more than last year at the THON event

March 25, 2025

Borough of Rockledge manager announces resignation after two years

April 11 will be Bryan J. Poster's last day as Rockledge Borough Manager

March 24, 2025

Cheltenham Police Officer Ed Farrell retires after 20-plus years, alongside K-9 partner

The Cheltenham Police Department recently congratulated Officer Farrell for his years of dedicated service

March 24, 2025

Officials to discuss contaminated water at former Willow Grove Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base

In a virtual-only meeting, actions taken for per- and poly-fluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) found in drinking water will be discussed

March 24, 2025

Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County hosting Job Fair on April 24

The event will take place at the Plymouth Meeting Mall from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

March 21, 2025

Vehicle crashes into pole on Susquehanna Road

Montgomery County Dispatch is reporting a vehicle has crashed into a pole in the area of Susquehanna Road and Brook …

March 21, 2025

Woman faces retail theft felony after stealing alcohol, groceries from Weis Market, according to police

Kristin Haines failed to pay for $77.55 worth of goods from the Upper Moreland supermarket

March 21, 2025

Abington Police Department discovers multiple skimming device at ATMs in township

According to police, at least three devices have been recovered in Abington and Cheltenham

March 21, 2025

Harlem Wizards coming to Abington Senior High on Saturday, April 5

The world-famous Harlem Wizards basketball team will take on the Abington teachers and principals

March 20, 2025

Two men arrested for stealing, cashing checks from Huntingdon Valley business

One man was a former employee of the business

March 20, 2025

Abington School District hosting special event with details on $285 million proposed new Middle School

The event will take place on April 3 at Abington Middle School Little Theater lobby

March 20, 2025

Anonymous person buys Glenside Wawa property for $7.2 million

The Wawa located at 200 S Easton Road has a new landlord

March 19, 2025

Suspect who vandalized Upper Moreland Elementary School allegedly spread crimes to other Hatboro businesses that same weekend

Gwenyth Olivia Heary, 18, of Hatboro, faces multiple felony charges of institutional vandalism stemming from incidents that took place over …

March 19, 2025

Abington Township residents voice concerns over unanimously-passed vape/smoke shop ordinance

The ordinance establishes hours of operation, and also prohibits other vape/smoke shops from opening within a certain vicinity of one …

March 18, 2025

Police aprehend, charge 18-year-old Upper Moreland resident for vandalism at Upper Moreland Elementary School

Charges include multiple counts of institutional vandalism, criminal mischief, defiant trespass, simple trespass and possession of an instrument of crime.

March 18, 2025

Man pleads guilty to Abington theft, then attempts murder-for-hire plot through Instagram while in jail, police say

According to court docs, the suspect offered $15,000, a Cartier watch and a car as payment for beating up and …

March 18, 2025

New GIANT in Jenkintown will officially open Friday, April 4

The new 50,000 square-foot store will operate from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week and add more …

March 17, 2025

Abington police: suspect tries to swallow alleged crack cocaine after officer discovers it in pocket

Police found 600 green tinted flip top containers, which are commonly used for drug packagingA

March 17, 2025

DEP to conduct soil testing in Jenkintown, Abington to determine if there's contamination

Many residents have questioned whether or not the soil is safe following the massive fire at SPS Technologies

March 17, 2025

H&K Group to begin $63M PennDOT construction project in Montgomery County

Starting today, crews will be out to resurface, repair and improve 17 miles of interstate

March 14, 2025

Juvenile shot in hand while sitting in parking lot of Roslyn Park in Abington Township, police say

Police are still searching for two male suspects who fled the scene

March 14, 2025

Montco official responds to vandalism full of 'hate' at Upper Moreland Elementary School

"This intolerable act is not just an attack on a school — it is an attack on our values, our …

March 14, 2025

New GIANT supermarket set to open in Jenkintown, walk-in interviews available for hiring

The new store is expected to bring more than 100 jobs to the local community.

March 13, 2025

Personal care assistant accused of defrauding Medicaid for more than $50K, Attorney General says

Jean Renee Sparks, 46 of Philadelphia, faces charges of Medicaid Fraud and Theft by Deception

March 13, 2025

Sen. Maria Collett, Reps Nancy Guenst, Melissa Cerrato hosting College Prep Night at Simmons Elementary School

The event is taking place on Thursday, March 13 at 7 p.m.

March 13, 2025

Manor College students featured in Washington Post story on Ukraine-Russia war

On the three-year anniversary of the war, several Ukrainian students talk about their home country

March 12, 2025

Upper Moreland School employee arrested on charges of distribution of child pornography

The school district said Douglas Penglase is no longer an employee at UMHS

March 12, 2025

Abington Police Department honors officers who confiscate "ghost" gun off streets

Officer Hasara and Officer Hunt efforts earned them an officer commendation

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