Shooter Going To Trial, Trump Cookie Sales: Eastern Montco News

EASTERN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PA —Political cookies favoring former President Donald Trump are flying off the shelf of a Hatboro bakery. Meanwhile, the Abington Township School District has hired a new equity officer.

These were some of the stories making news this past week in Eastern Montgomery County:

Trump Cookie Sales Soaring At Lochel's Bakery

Lochel's Bakery in Hatboro is selling its popular political cookies for President Joseph Biden and former President Donald Trump.

Eastern Montco Shooter Case Going To Trial

Lawyers for Maurice Byrd of Horsham argued at a hearing on Thursday that the fatal shooting of a Hatboro man was in self-defense.

Flash Flood Victims Remembered In Lower Bucks

Lawmakers pay respects to the seven people who were swept away by flash floods in Upper Makefield Township last July.

Horsham Steakhouse Ranked Among Best In Philly Region

Philadelphia Magazine chose Na'Brasa Steakhouse on Horsham Road as one of the best places to eat a meal.

New Equity Officer Appointed In Abington School District

Carmen Lesesne began her role on July 1. She will serve Abington's 8,600 students and 1,200 staff members.

PA Turnpike Bridge Rehab Work To Impact Eastern Montco Drivers

The Levittown bridge rehabilitation project is expected to last into mid-August and impact drivers on the PA Turnpike and Interstate 95.