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🌱 When will the new Cedarbrook Bank of America finally open?

Glenside, Pennsylvania Patch AM: a 4 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • When will the new Cedarbrook Bank of America finally open?
  • Why Glenside feels like a town but isn’t one on paper
  • What will Cheltenham’s returning superintendent mean for Glenside-area schools?

Also on today's calendar: A Taste of The Tropics Signature Series Event and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: What do evil hens lay? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 87 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Humid with brief showers, temps: high: 81, low: 64.
  • Friday: Some sun, then turning cloudy, with a high of 85 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Bank of America at Cedarbrook Plaza taking shape, opening date TBA (glensidelocal.com) — A new Bank of America branch at Cedarbrook Plaza on Easton Road is moving forward, with construction progressing and permits issued, though inspections and an opening date are still pending. Cheltenham Township first reviewed plans in 2024, including a drive-thru lane replacing the former drive-up ATM. Neighbors who rely on Cedarbrook for banking and shopping can expect more updates as timelines firm up.
   

• Why Does Montco Look Like That? (montco.today) — If you live in Glenside, your “town” doesn’t actually have its own government—your services come from Abington or Cheltenham instead. This explainer walks through how Montgomery County ended up with 62 municipalities, why places like Narberth broke away, and how communities such as Glenside and Willow Grove became well-known addresses without becoming official towns.
   

• Dr. Chris McGinley returns to Cheltenham as interim superintendent (glensidelocal.com) — Cheltenham School District has brought back former superintendent Dr. Chris McGinley as interim leader for the 2026-27 school year, a move that affects many Glenside-area families. District officials say his experience closing achievement gaps and rebuilding trust will guide efforts to improve safety and restore confidence. His long career spans Philadelphia, Lower Merion, and Temple University leadership roles.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Wednesday August 19
  • Varsity Golf vs. Church Farm (HOME)
    Jenkintown SD Jenkintown, PA 19046
    3:30 pm
  • Finance Committee
    Fort Washington Elementary School Upper Dublin High School, 800 Loch Alsh Ave, Fort Washington, P
    6:00 pm
  • Policy Committee
    Fort Washington Elementary School Upper Dublin High School, 800 Loch Alsh Ave, Fort Washington, P
    7:00 pm
    • Saturday August 22
  • V Soccer vs. New Hope (HOME- S)
    Jenkintown SD Jenkintown, PA 19046
    11:00 am
  • V Field Hockey vs. Sacred Heart (HOME - S)
    Jenkintown SD Jenkintown, PA 19046
    12:00 pm
    • Monday August 24
  • Teacher In Service
    Jenkintown SD Jenkintown, PA 19046
  • WISE – Stay Health & Meet New People (R) →
    Salem Adult Citizens, 2414 Arlington Ave, Abington
    10:30 am
  • ASHS Field Hockey Girls Varsity Away Play Day @ Pennsbury HS (Scrim →
    Abington SHS Abington, PA 19001
    8:30 pm

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  • The Arcadia University posted a job opening for Part Time Faculty Pool - Supervisor - K-12 Education and Special Education in Glenside. Apply here.
  • CVS Health posted a job opening for District Support Pharmacist Part Time in Glenside. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Glenside here.

🗞 Nearby News

Jenkintown

  • Jenkintown grad earns Eagle Scout ranking following library project (glensidelocal.com)
  • 4 high schools in greater Glenside ranked top 100 in PA by U.S. News & World Report (glensidelocal.com)
  • Manor College Names Head Women's Volleyball Coach (manor.edu)

Abington

  • Abington PAL, Lee's Hoagie House award senior scholarships (glensidelocal.com)
  • In a family effort, a Fort Washington Fire Company father-son duo battle their first fire together (wissnow.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Deviled eggs (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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