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February 19, 2026

PECO power upgrade project delayed; completion pushed back to March

The project has been delayed due to unforeseen circumstances, officials announced

February 18, 2026

Final phase of $105M redevelopment of Willow Grove Shopping Center to break ground this summer

The project will bring 261 new residential units, 35,000 square feet of retail space, and a 438-stall parking garage to …

February 18, 2026

More than 3,800 violations recorded in first year of BusPatrol Program

Under Pennsylvania law, passing a stopped school bus equipped with the automated enforcement system results in a $300 citation

February 18, 2026

Montgomery County Mobile Crisis available 24/7 to support residents in need

The program provides immediate assistance during urgent mental health situations, as well as ongoing support to help individuals and families …

February 17, 2026

Teenager’s case in fatal shooting of Abington boy transferred to juvenile court

Precious C. Hamilton, 15, is expected to admit at a future juvenile hearing to misdemeanor charges of involuntary manslaughter and …

February 17, 2026

Upper Moreland seeking applicants to fill Ward Commissioner vacancy

The Board of Commissioners will appoint a qualified individual to serve in the role through Dec. 31, 2027

February 17, 2026

Upper Dublin Township announces Washington, D.C. day trip

The trip is planned for Saturday, March 28

February 16, 2026

Crash with injuries reported on Route 309 in Upper Dublin Township

The accident occurred near the intersection of Highland Avenue and Susquehanna Road

February 13, 2026

Montgomery County DA, Police Chiefs clarify role in ICE operations

Officials say local departments do not enforce civil immigration orders and reaffirm commitment to independent investigations

February 13, 2026

Construction project to shut down Church Road for 24-hour period

Detours will be in place at the intersections of Greenwood Avenue and Rices Mill Road

February 13, 2026

Four Upper Moreland Police Officers promoted during township ceremony

Veteran officers take on new leadership roles in investigations and patrol divisions

February 12, 2026

BREAKING: Vehicle crashes into utility pole in Upper Moreland Township, according to report

The incident occurred around 3 p.m. on the 3500 block of Byberry Road

February 12, 2026

Two-month wave of vehicle thefts in and around Abington result in arrests, cars recovered

Residents in Huntingdon Valley, Elkins Park and Roslyn reported multiple incidents in which vehicles were entered or stolen

February 12, 2026

Abington School Board approves 2026–2027 academic calendar with new school start dates

The staggered start allows schools to support student transitions, particularly for those entering new buildings in ninth grade and kindergarten

February 11, 2026

Upper Dublin man charged with solicitation for murder after attempting to hire hit man, according to authorities

Eric Berkowitz, 41, has been charged with three counts each of criminal solicitation for murder and attempted murder, along with …

February 11, 2026

More than $1 million allocated to Abington, Jenkintown, Upper Dublin for traffic safety upgrades

Funds will be used to provide automated enforcement at locations where data shows red-light running has been an issue

February 11, 2026

Abington neighbors sue Gov. Shapiro over security fence dispute at local residence

Neighbors argue that this encroachment is an “outrageous abuse of power” and have asked a federal judge to order the …

February 10, 2026

Woman receives jail time after illegal gun found during Abington traffic stop

Jasmine E. Hernandez, 40, was sentenced to 9 to 18 months in the Montgomery County Correctional Facility

February 10, 2026

Fire & Ice Festival will have a new location with food trucks, live bands, ice skating, kids activities, more

The two-day free event will take place on Feb. 20 and Feb. 21

February 10, 2026

Local lawmakers push bill to give home buyers access to flood history

There are 23 states that still do not require sellers to disclose whether a property has previously flooded

February 9, 2026

Award-winning author visits Abington School District

Black History Month was celebrated at Overlook, Willow Hill Elementary with a visit from award-winning author, historian, Ms. Alice Faye …

February 8, 2026

Upper Dublin opens warming station as power outage leaves residents in the cold

A significant power outage was caused by a downed tree along Dillon Road

February 6, 2026

WATCH: Police issue warnings to residents, drivers after red light camera footage shows close calls

The department emphasized that the goal of enforcement and camera use is prevention, not punishment

February 5, 2026

Emergency crews respond to vehicle crash into toll booth on Pennsylvania Turnpike in Willow Grove, according to reports

The incident occurred at 9:58 a.m. Thursday

February 5, 2026

Do you recognize this man? He's wanted for allegedly stealing from a local business

Upper Moreland Police are asking for the public's help to identify this suspect

February 5, 2026

State lawmakers push housing reforms as affordability worsens across Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania ranked 44th in the nation for new housing construction. During that same period, average rent in 23 counties rose …

February 4, 2026

Abington Hospital ER to expand as Jefferson Health boosts capacity

The hospital is increasing its capacity to handle up to 100,000 patient visits per year, up from the current 80,000

February 4, 2026

Youth NFL Flag Football Leagues coming to local areas this spring

Registration is now open through March 1, with a cost of $199 per player

February 3, 2026

Closed Iron Hill Brewery near Willow Grove may be poised for a comeback

A federal judge has approved the transfer of Iron Hill’s trademark and intellectual property, along with several former restaurant leases, …

February 3, 2026

Abington Commissioners to resume hearing on proposed life care facility at Rydal Road property

Township officials said Tuesday's hearing will be limited to procedural matters only

February 3, 2026

Abington School Board provides updates on new Middle School design, construction

The project, which began schematic design in July 2025, has been progressing through detailed planning, community input, and site analysis

February 2, 2026

Willow Grove organizations receive more than $90,000 in funding boost

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced it has awarded $4,125,923 through its Food Recovery Infrastructure Grant (FRIG) Program

February 2, 2026

Abington Senior High student recognized for service in Philadelphia Police Explorer Program

Ramone Wright, a junior at Abington Senior High School, was recently honored at the Philadelphia Police Department Explorers Luncheo

February 2, 2026

Reclectic to move from Northeast Philly to Willow Grove Park Mall

The store is scheduled to open its Willow Grove Park Mall on Friday, Feb. 27

January 30, 2026

Vehicle flips onto side in Abington Township crash, according to reports

The incident occurred Friday around 2:30 p.m. near the intersection of Easton Road and Woodland Road

January 30, 2026

Elkins Park astronomy club Skywatchers hosting night sky watch party

Skywatchers’ mission is to make astronomy accessible, hands-on, and welcoming for everyone

January 30, 2026

Abington Fire Department warns residents are temperatures continue to drop

Abington officials are reminding residents to take extra precautions

January 29, 2026

Abington Senior High soccer team honored at State Capitol for PIAA Championship

The team was formally acknowledged on the floor of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives by Speaker Joanna McClinton

January 29, 2026

Former chairman/CEO of Asplundh Tree Expert, Scott M. Asplundh, passes away at 68

Asplundh was born in Abington in 1957 and raised in Huntingdon Valley

January 29, 2026

Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce to host ribbon-cutting for new Brazilian steakhouse

Charkóal’s Brazilian Steakhouse is set to open on Feb. 4

January 28, 2026

BREAKING: Emergency crews respond to hot tub fire in Upper Moreland Township

The incident occurred on the 3500 block of Mill Road around 3:30 p.m. Wednesday afternoon

January 28, 2026

Intersection of Jenkintown Road and Meetinghouse Road to see upgrades as part of Abington-Jenkintown Connections Project

Abington Township secured a $1.5M grant for Phase 5 of the project

January 28, 2026

Amazon Fresh to close all Montgomery, Bucks, Delaware county locations

The company made the announcement Tuesday

January 27, 2026

Abington officials to hold special meeting to discuss rebuilding of SPS Technologies

Officials to review the land development submission for 1900 Kenmore Avenue, the former site of the SPS Technologies facility that …

January 27, 2026

Abington School Board to review new academic programming, courses

The Abington Board of School Directors will conduct its regularly scheduled meeting at 7:30 p.m. via a YouTube live stream

January 27, 2026

Gov. Josh Shapiro featured by CBS News at Beth Shalom in Elkins Park

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro was recently featured in a national interview

January 26, 2026

Snowstorm impacts local municipalities, schools, travel across Montgomery, Bucks counties

Heavy snow blanketed the area with up to 10 inches of precipitation

January 26, 2026

Upper Moreland's snow emergency remains in effect until 5 p.m. Monday

During the snow emergency, parking is prohibited on all designated snow emergency routes to allow Public Works crews to safely …

January 23, 2026

Upper Dublin Township declares snow emergency

The snow emergency will be in effect beginning Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026 at 11:30 p.m. through Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026 …

January 23, 2026

WATCH: Upper Dublin Police highlight 'egregious' school bus violation caught on camera

The violation occurred at approximately 6:37 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, at the intersection of North Limekiln Pike and …

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