Cheltenham School District Bans Employee After Police Inquiry

Cheltenham Police attempted to serve a Protection From Abuse order at Cheltenham High School on Wednesday.

Rev. Jesse Jackson Remembered By Montco Lawmaker

Democratic U.S. Rep. Madeleine Dean paid tribute to the late leader who passed away earlier this week.

Man Found With 'Thousands' Of Child Sex Abuse Images In Abington: PD

Ian Garra, 18, of Ardsley, was arrested after a search warrant was executed at a home in Ardsley, police said.

Safe Schools Assessments Underway In Cheltenham

The Cheltenham schools superintendent provided an update on the safety and behavioral assessments for the school district.

SPS Technologies Fire Hits 1-Year Anniversary

The Abington Township Fire Department remembered the massive fire that destroyed the Highland Avenue building one year ago.

Murder-For-Hire Plot, Fiery Fatal Crash: Eastern Montco News

This is a summary of stories that made news this past week in eastern Montgomery County.

News Nuggets, Tidbits Around Eastern Montco

This feature reports on news nuggets and other tidbits from around eastern Montgomery County.

Residents React To Abington High Principal Discipline

Abington High Principal Alice Swift was placed on administrative leave as the district investigates "inappropriate" social media posts.

Abington Senior High Principal Placed On Administrative Leave

ASH Principal Alice Swift was placed on leave over alleged "inappropriate" social media posts,school officials said.

ICE Protest Draws 200 Abington High Students

About 200 Abington students spent an hour on Wednesday protesting ICE activity in Minnesota and throughout the country, officials said.

New Mural Planned For Keswick Avenue Bridge

The Glenside Civic Association was seeking community input for the creation of new art following bridge repairs last summer.

Metropolitan Ballet Company student Melecio Amaro awarded the 2025/2026 Balaurol Prize

Metropoitan Ballet Boys’ Scholarship Program student, Melecio Amaro, age 14, has been selected as the winner of the 2025/2026 Balaurol Prize

School Bus Violation Results Reported In Abington

Abington Police announce results one year after the BusPatrol program went into effect.

Traffic Safety Grants Coming To 2 Eastern Montco Towns

State Rep. Ben Sanchez said Abington and Upper Dublin townships will receive state funding for transportation improvements.

2 Juveniles Arrested, 4 Stolen Cars Recovered In Abington

The Abington Township Police Department arrested two juveniles in connection with vehicle thefts and thefts from vehicles.

ICE Walkouts Planned By Abington, Cheltenham Students

Students from Montgomery and Bucks counties are planning protests this week against ICE activity in Minnesota and elsewhere.

Gov. Shapiro Sued Over Land Dispute At His Abington Home

The federal lawsuit filed Monday centers around a shared property line and Shapiro trying to acquire part of his neighbor's property.

3 Retire From Abington Police Department

Abington Police honored a retiring police officer and two from the records and operations department.

Measles Case Confirmed, Teenage Girl Sexually Assaulted: Eastern Montco News

This is a summary of stories that made news last week in eastern Montgomery County.

Drivers Running Red Lights In Abington Captured On Camera

Abington Police warn drivers to slow down or face $100 fines through the township's red-light camera program.

Code Blue Alert Extended in Montgomery County

The Code Blue alert, initially issued on Jan. 11, has been extended due to continued cold temperatures in Montgomery County.

Have You Seen A Good Deed In Abington Twp.? Tell Us About It!

Kindness takes many forms — big and small — and shows up all around Abington Township.

Abington Police Investigate Rydal Burglary-Related Incidents

Police are investigating two recent burglary-related incidents in Rydal, urging residents to remain vigilant.

Abington Twp. Man Charged In Furniture Fraud Scheme

A Rydal man faces up to 23 months in prison for defrauding dozens of customers in a fraud scheme at his furniture store, authorities said.

'Not One More Dime To ICE,' Montco Lawmaker Says

U.S. Rep Madeleine Dean has spoken out about the federal government shutdown and halting temporary spending bills.

Jefferson Abington Hospital Trauma Center Expanding

Jefferson Abington Hospital officials said the improvements will help the trauma center serve 20,000 more patients annually.

Bill Cosby Shows Up In Newly Released Epstein Files: Report

The Montgomery County comedian had a "neighborly relationship" with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, the Philadelphia Inquirer said.

La Mott Community Center Design Plans To Be Unveiled

A public meeting will take place on Tuesday night to discuss plans to rehabilitate the aging Cheltenham community center.

New Plans For SPS Technologies, Kitchen Fires On Rise: Eastern Montco News

This is a summary of stories that made news this past week in eastern Montgomery County.

Design Details Discussed On New Abington Middle School

Abington and Rockledge residents approved a special referendum to build a new $285 million middle school

Where To Watch The Big Game In Abington Area

The NFL championship is on the line between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots on Feb. 8. Find out where to watch below.

Man Charged With Sexual Assault Of Girl, 13, In Abington

Abington Police said the man met a girl from Dauphin County and brought her to his township home earlier this month.

SPS Technologies' New Plans Ready For Review

Abington Township will hold a meeting on Feb. 2 to review the company's plans following a massive fire that destroyed its facility.

Grab'n Go Launched By Jenkintown Food Cupboard

The Jenkintown Food Cupboard is making it easier for people to get food donations by launching a new service.

4 Cheltenham Police Officers Honored In Retirement

The four police officers were honored at the recent Cheltenham Township Board of Commissioners meeting.

Johnny Cash Tribute Thursday At Keswick Theatre

"The Man in Black" will be portrayed by Shawn Barker. His Johnny Cash tribute show will take place on Feb. 5 at the Glenside venue.

Abington Area Schools Closing Tuesday Due To Storm

The Abington and Cheltenham School District will keep children at home for another day following the impact of this weekend's storm.

Snow Emergency Still In Effect In Abington

Abington Township has a snow emergency still in place following this weekend's snowstorm.

Stolen Vehicle Prompts Police Pursuit, 2 Deer Hunts Held: Eastern Montco News

This is a summary of stories that made news this past week in eastern Montgomery County.

School Closures Reported In Eastern Montco

With the weekend storm, school districts in eastern Montgomery County will be closed on Monday.