Stories by Robby Chakler

Abington police uncover loaded firearm, more items stolen from vehicle, according to police

The thefts occurred in the Willow Grove section of Abington Township

Roller blading armed suspect who robbed Abington gas station officially charged, according to police

A Hatboro man was charged with robbery, aggravated assault, theft by unlawful taking, and other offenses

Montco Urban Search and Rescue Team on standby in Upper Dublin Township

There is a flood watch in effect until 10 p.m., according to reports

Cheltenham police arrest man after dispute in car turns violent, according to police

The incident occurred on June 25 at 11:13 p.m. in the area of Old York Road and Valley Road

Highway upgrades, construction scheduled this week on U.S. 422 in Montgomery County

The work is part of PennDOT’s $83.6 million project to reconstruct and improve approximately 2.1 miles of the expressway and …

Patient charged with felony after striking nurse in face with closed fist, according to police

The incident happened as a Holy Redeemer Hospital nurse was assisting a patient back to his bed

Willow Grove man, alleged serial shoplifter, arrested after taking over $1,000 from Walmart, according to police

Video surveillance footage shows the man take items without paying four separate times

Man setenced to prison for assaulting Cheltenham police officer, report says

The violent struggle lasted over a minute, during which the suspect attempted to take the officer’s gun

State Rep. Ben Sanchez introduces bill to curb excessive overdraft and nonsufficient fund fees

The legislation would cap overdraft and NSF fees at $15 or the actual cost of processing a transaction

Security guard at Time Out facing felony charge after knocking out patron unconscious in parking lot, police say

The victim needed a CT scan of his brain as a result of the incident

Local leader introduces legislation to combat gun violence

In total, six comprehensive packages were reintroduced

Former Abington Senior High School graduate sentenced for defrauding customers out of more than $20 million, officials say

Scott Mason, 66, must pay nearly $25 million in restitution to victims and over $2.3 million to the IRS, according …

Breaking: transformer explodes near house in Abington, according to reports

Electrical wires and a tree reportedly caught fire on the 2900 block of Kanes Road

Two people dead in suspected street racing crash on Pennsylvania Turnpike in Upper Moreland Township, according to police

The crash occurred around 3:30 a.m. Sunday, prompting the closure of a portion of the Pennsylvania Turnpike

Abington Police Department releases list of wanted subjects who committed crimes in township

Crimes include a theft from a jewelry store, placing skimming devices, theft from vehicles and assault and drug possession

Abington High School all-time leading scorer Eric Dixon signs two-way contract with Los Angeles Lakers

The Abington and Villanova star will be taking his talents to Los Angeles

R. Stephen Barrett, 74, Montgomery County Judge and community leader, dies

He died on June 12 at age 74 after complications from bladder cancer

Horsham Township Council approves rezoning of former Willow Grove Naval Air Base

Plans for redevelopment include a Town Center, townhomes, apartments, a recreation center, an office park, and more

Upper Dublin baseball team honored by politicians at State Capitol in Harrisburg

Coaches, players, managers, and their families visited Harrisburg to be honored by state officials and representatives at the State Capitol

Abington School District appoints Patricia Denicola as its new CFO

With more than two decades of financial leadership experience in both the public and private sectors, Ms. Denicola will replace …

Elkins Park man indicted in $5.6 million multi-state fraud scheme

Adepoju Babatunde Salako, 32, faces charges related to a widespread fraud scheme targeting COVID-19 relief programs

Jenkintown officials to discuss proposed on-street parking ordinance at July meeting

Three separate meetings on this topic were held in March, and it was met with resistance from local residents

Willow Grove man arrested for assault after motor vehicle crash, according to police

Inside the home, police found a woman suffering from a slash wound to the head

Cooling stations, wading pool available for free to Abington, Willow Grove residents

With the temperatures rising this week, to dangerous levels at peak times of the day, it is vital for everyone …

Ticketing Tuesday: Folk music, metal and some comedy gold

Philly has just the thing to brighten up your week

Jenkintown man faces cruelty to animal charge after striking goose with car

A GMC SUV never made an attempt to slow down or steer to avoid striking the animal, according to police

Five immigrant workers sue Willow Grove Cheesecake Factory

Workers allege they were subjected to a scheme of forced labor, wage theft, and coercion

Blair Mill Road widening project moving forward, construction to continue by end of month

More than 20 utility companies have now completed the relocation of their infrastructure

Woman turns herself in after investigation reveals she tried to defraud company for more than $60K, police say

After a $22,000 payment was sent to the suspect, she requested another $60,000 payment

Funeral set for Saturday for Arcadia professor, Glenside resident Kathy A. Trainor

She passed away peacefully on June 15 at the age of 65

Man armed with knife faces multiple felony charges after dispute in Abington, according to police

The incident occurred on the 200 block of Keswick Avenue in Abington Township

Developer moves forward with 72-townhome residential project in Upper Dublin

The site is located at 1840 Norristown Road

Abington Arts Center to host fifth annual Bucks-Mont PRIDE Festival

The festival is set to take place on Sunday, June 29

Police discover multiple loaded firearms, pools of blood inside convicted felon's home, police say

Numerous firearms and firearm accessories were observed as officers walked into the basement

Man faces felony charge of possession with intent to deliver after traffic stop in Willow Grove, police say

Morlaye Dean Yansaneh, 24, was stopped in the Willow Grove section of Upper Moreland Township on June 7

Weldon Fire Company hosting Fourth of July for all emergency responders of SPS Technologies fire

An honorary celebration, awards ceremony, and cookout will take place for all fire departments, EMS, and first responders

Upper Moreland lacrosse player named All-American for second straight year

Annalise Messina has firmly established herself among the elite in their sport

Latest viral TikTok trend is reckless, against the law, Montgomery County authorities say

The challenge involves teens running up to a house and forcefully kicking the front door

Willow Grove man arrested after police recover three semi-automatic weapons during traffic stop, police say

Additionally, three magazines were recovered each containing 16 rounds and an extended magazine

Driver flips car over near CVS in Abington Township, reports say

The incident occurred at 10:53 a.m. at 835 Old York Road near the cross streets of Baeder Road and The …

Upper Dublin School District responds to flag incident that 'tarnished' graduation

Some graduating students reportedly displayed the Palestine Flag

Police searching for suspect who ripped down Pride Flag off resident's property

The incident occurred on June 6 on Horsham Road

Upper Dublin High School baseball team earns first ever spot in PIAA State Championship Game

UD will face Shaler (7-1) on Thursday, June 12, at 4:30 p.m. at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park on the …

VIDEO/PHOTOS: Upper Moreland School District sends off seniors at 2025 graduation

The ceremony took place on Tuesday, June 10

Upper Dublin graduate identified as missing boater on Schuylkill River

The cause of death was an accidental drowning, the Coroner’s Office announced

Officials to discuss rezoning uses of former Willow Grove Naval Base on Wednesday

Proposed uses include a mixed-use Town Center, an office park, hotel, school, retail, and more

Upper Moreland Police Department officially welcomes its newest police officer

Officer Michael Capobianco was sworn in before the Township's Board of Commissioners during a ceremony

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