Josh Shapiro Secures Democratic Nomination For PA Governor

Josh Shapiro, the current Pennsylvania attorney general running for governor, secured the Democratic nomination. He ran unopposed.

Gov. Wolf Visits Montco College To Highlight Digital Literacy Program

Gov. Tom Wolf was at Manor College in Jenkintown Wednesday to tout the school's digital literacy program as good employment preparation.

Josh Shapiro Tests Positive For COVID-19, Cancels Some Election Events

Democratic candidate for governor Josh Shapiro has tested positive for COVID-19, his campaign announced on primary election day morning.

Mask Requirement Reintroduced At Abington Township Building

Abington Township has brought back a mandatory face mask rule for those visiting the municipal complex to attend meetings.

Abington Updates Burn Ordinance Allowing For Recreational Fires

Recreational fires burning in outdoor pits are now allowed within Abington Township as long as they conform with local code regulations.

Historic Beth Sholom Synagogue Receives $2 Million To Repair Dome

The Beth Sholom Synagogue, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, is located in Cheltenham in eastern Montgomery County. It's a landmark.

Montco College Instructor Named To Sexual Offenders Assessment Board

Michael Lavetsky, a Penn State Abington faculty member, has been named to a four-year term on the state Sexual Offenders Assessment Board.

PA Legislators Announce Transgender Name Change Bills

Some Pennsylvania legislators would like to update the law to make the name changing process easier for those who are transgender.

U.S. Rep. Madeleine Dean Highlights Infrastructure In Montco Trip

Congresswoman Madeleine Dean was in Montgomery County last week to speak about the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

Wolf Admin. Visits Montco To Announce Urban Agriculture Awards

Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding was in Elkins Park, Montgomery County Monday to announce urban agriculture awards.

Gov. Wolf Visits Montco To Call For Raising PA Minimum Wage

Gov. Tom Wolf said the last time the minimum wage was raised in Pennsylvania was 15 years ago. He stopped in Montco to advocate for a raise.

Abington Seeks Applicants For Environmental Advisory Council

Abington Township is looking for residents to join both the Environmental Advisory Council and the Human Relations Commission.

PA Lawmakers Seek Legislation Making LGBTQ+ Name Changing Easier

A bipartisan, bicameral legislative caucus is seeking to make name changing easier for members of the LGBTQ+ community.

PA First Lady Frances Wolf Visits Montco On Racial Healing Day

The PA first lady made a stop in Montgomery County Tuesday to call for racial healing. She visited Jenkintown Town Square.

Abington-Area Unemployment Still Low: Latest Update

The Montgomery County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

Josh Shapiro Endorses Pick For Lt. Governor

If elected, Shapiro's choice would become Pennsylvania's first ever Black lieutenant governor.

Montco Commissioner, Senate Candidate Tests Positive For COVID-19

The Montgomery County commissioner and U.S. Senate candidate, who is vaccinated, says she is only experiencing mild symptoms.

Josh Shapiro's Road To Governor Of PA: A Patch Exclusive

Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro, who lives in Abington and is running for governor, recently met with Patch for an interview.

New Tool Shows Current, Proposed PA Legislative Districts

You can enter home addresses into the interactive tool to see current legislative districts and those proposed under the redistricting plan.

Holy Redeemer Gets $2 Million Grant For Cancer Center Expansion

The money comes from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program, which is administered through the Pennsylvania Office of the Budget.

Abington-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases: New Figures

The Montgomery County unemployment rate improved somewhat, according to the newest figures.

Federal Judge Remands Cheltenham Township Suit To State Court

Cheltenham Township is suing Boucher & James over claims that it was improperly overbilled for engineering work.

Abington-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases: Latest Data

The Montgomery County unemployment rate improved somewhat as fall approached.

U.S. Rep. Madeleine Dean Hosts Constituent Town Hall Event

The congresswoman says she will field questions and concerns from constituents during the event, which has since sold out but is virtual.

Josh Shapiro Wins Major Union Endorsement In PA Governor's Race

The SEIU Pennsylvania State Council, comprising four local unions, endorsed Josh Shapiro for Pennsylvania governor during a rally Monday.

Investigation Announced Into November 10 Norristown Shooting In Montgomery County

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Montgomery County Government: Montgomery County Recorder Of Deeds Collecting Necessities For Homeless Veterans

See the latest announcement from the Montgomery County.

Cheltenham Township Says It Was Overbilled By Engineering Firm

Cheltenham reportedly says that an engineering firm overbilled the township by hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Election Profile: Bob Kumor, Abington Township Constable

Patch profiles Abington Township Constable candidate Bob Kumor.

Election Profile: Mike Thompson, Abington Township Commissioner

Patch profiles Mike Thompson, an incumbent Abington Township Commissioner representing Ward 6 seeking reelection.

High School Student Dies In Montgomery County

The school community is in mourning after a high school senior died suddenly over the weekend.

Election Profile: Virginia Malloy, Abington Tax Collector

Patch profiles Virginia Malloy, candidate for tax collector and treasurer in Abington Township. Malloy responded to a questionnaire.

Election Profile: Jay Blumental, Reelection As Tax Collector

Jay Blumenthal, Abington's tax collector, seeks reelection. He took the time to fill out a Patch candidate questionnaire.

ACLU Sues Montgomery County Over Incarceration Policy

The ACLU of Pennsylvania claims that Montgomery County's court system is violating due process by detaining parole violators for too long.

Election Profile: Lori Henri, Democrat For Township Commissioner

Patch sent a candidate questionnaire to Lori Henry, Ward 8 Abington Township Commissioner candidate. See how she responded.

Election Profile: Abington Commissioner Lori Schreiber

Meet Lori Schreiber, an incumbent Abington Township Commissioner Who Is Seeking Reelection in November.

Election Profile: Meet David Conway, Abington Constable

As Patch profiles election candidates, meet Dave Conway, a current constable in Abington Township who is seeking another six-year term.

Election Profile: Meet Ryan Ehnts, Abington Constable Candidate

As Patch continues its election profiles, meet Ryan Ehnts, running to be a reelected constable in Abington Township. The term is six years.

Election Profile: Matt Vahey For Abington Township Commissioner

Matt Vahey is a Democrat seeking reelection to the Abington Township Board of Commissioners. He responded to a Patch profile questionnaire.

Election Profile: Abington Commissioner Jimmy DiPlacido

Jimmy DiPlacido is an incumbent Democratic Abington Commissioner seeking reelection. Learn more about him with his profile responses.