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February 18, 2025

Breaking: Emergency fire crews return to SPS Technologies as another explosion was heard Tuesday morning

This is an evolving situation

February 18, 2025

Abington, Jenkintown, Cheltenham schools, administration buildings remain closed Tuesday

Crews are still dealing with the aftermath of the warehouse fire at SPS Technologies

February 18, 2025

Police confirm no injuries to employees, fire personnel after STS Technologies warehouse fire

Firefighters still are tending to the smoldering fire at the warehouse

February 18, 2025

Shelter in Place Order issued after warehouse fire breaks out

There is an active Fire scene and crews are working to gain control of the situation.

February 18, 2025

Abington Township will hold press conference at 7 a.m.to give update on warehouse fire

It will take place at the Abington Township Municipal Building

February 18, 2025

Abington Township, Aqua address salty tap water issue in residents' homes

If you've been experiencing a saltier taste in your tap water, you are not alone

February 18, 2025

Upper Moreland School District to participate in Montgomery County Annual Education Recruitment Fair

The event will be held on March 3

February 18, 2025

Abington Township hosting 'Recycle Anything with a Plug' event

The event will be held on Saturday, Feb. 22

February 17, 2025

More thefts at LA Fitness in Huntingdon Valley, multiple people have credit cards, gift cards stolen from lockers, police say

The incidents occurred over the first weekend in February

February 14, 2025

Abington, Upper Moreland police searching for man who fled scene, could be armed and dangerous, police say

The Abington Police Department is asking if you have any information about this man

February 14, 2025

Glenside Fire Company assists La Mott Fire Company to help car fully engulfed in flames

The incident occurred on Feb. 11 around 3 a.m.

February 13, 2025

Breaking: crews responding to multi-car accident, pedestrian struck, one person stuck in vehicle in Cheltenham

The incident occurred at Harrison Avenue and Limekiln Pike

February 13, 2025

Woman steals purse, credit cards from gym locker room, then spends $1,500 on gift cards, police say

The incident stems from a theft at LA Fitness in Huntingdon Valley, police say

February 13, 2025

Philadelphia Eagles nominate Abington Senior High's Maya Johnson for Maxwell Award Girls Flag Football Player of Year

The National Girls Flag Player of the Year will be presented at the Maxwell Awards on March 14, 2025

February 13, 2025

Willow Grove Baptist Food Pantry receives $3,250 donation from Fred Beans

The donation was part of Fred Beans 100,000 Meal Challenge

February 12, 2025

Woman steals identity, purchases two iPhones under order of man she met on Instagram, police say

The iPhones were delivered to the Huntingdon Valley CVS

February 12, 2025

Penn State Abington invites public to human trafficking awareness event

Due to the content, this event may not be suitable for audiences under the age of 18

February 11, 2025

Breaking: outbreak forces evacuation after school building fire on second floor

Dispatch is reporting the odor of electrical burning in a second-floor classroom next to the gymnasium

February 11, 2025

Driver in stolen car flees scene, eludes cops after being stopped, police say

The incident took place on Feb. 1

February 11, 2025

Kindergarten registration open for Jenkintown School District

Parents can register their child through May 30.

February 10, 2025

Abington Police still searching for missing 17-year-old

Amelia Delbove left her home on Jan. 24

February 7, 2025

Boyfriend, girlfriend plead guilty to firearm, drug distribution ring

The incidents took place between January 2023 and April 2024

February 7, 2025

Oreland Volunteer Fire Company celebrates birthday of longtime member William ‘Satch’ Stainesby

The fire company celebrated the occasion at its February monthly meeting

February 7, 2025

Dynasty Sports hosting meet-and-greet with Philadelphia Flyers Matvei Michov, Owen Tippett, Tyson Foerster

The trio will be at the store starting at 6 p.m.

February 6, 2025

Abington Police Department honors officers who save child from choking

The Abington Police Department honored them with Officer Commendations

February 6, 2025

Abington police apprehend person who was in possession of stolen car, police say

The incident occurred on Jan. 17 in the Glenside section of Abington

February 5, 2025

Upper Moreland Police ask for help in identifying thieves accused of stealing items from LA Fitness

Several incidents have taken place at the gym over the last few weeks

February 5, 2025

Montgomery County seeking volunteers for Montco Senior Games

Registration for 2025 will open on Thursday, Feb. 27, at 9 a.m.

February 4, 2025

Abington police officer discovers illegally possessed, loaded Ruger EC9s 9mm handgun during traffic stop, according to police

The incident occurred on Jan. 16 around Mt. Carmel Ave

February 3, 2025

Police charge female with felony retail theft at Willow Grove Mall, male suspect drives off, police say

The incident happened at Macy's at Willow Grove Park Mall

February 3, 2025

Abington School Board introduces its first ever student board member

The Abington Senior High School junior will serve in the role for the remainder of the school year

January 31, 2025

Abington Police pull man over with 13.5 ounces of marijuana, electric scale, police say

The incident occurred on Jan. 15 in the area of Easton Road and Florey Lane

January 31, 2025

Abington School Board approves to put $285 million Abington Middle School investment plan to vote

Residents will vote on the referendum on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.

January 30, 2025

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.

January 30, 2025

Jenkintown School District continues its 150th anniversary celebration

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

January 30, 2025

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.

January 30, 2025

Borough of Rockledge names new mayor, honors longtime police officer

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

January 29, 2025

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.

January 29, 2025

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 …

January 28, 2025

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.

January 27, 2025

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

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

January 27, 2025

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.

January 24, 2025

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.

January 24, 2025

Redeemer Health hopes for turnaround with $46M plan

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

January 24, 2025

Jenkintown School Board approves several new positions

The confirmations were confirmed at a recent school board meeting.

January 23, 2025

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.

January 23, 2025

Upper Moreland Police Department welcomes three new cadets

The three new cadets will graduate in June.

January 23, 2025

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.

January 21, 2025

Jenkintown School Board approves brand new clubs

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

January 21, 2025

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

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

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