'Profound Moral Failure': Activists To Hold Norristown Housing Rally

"In the richest country in the world, people are struggling to find affordable housing in which to live and raise their families."

PA Supermarket Employee Hid Sewing Needles In Food: PD

State police are urging recent shoppers at the store to double check their purchases.

Norristown Student Gifted Instrument To Pursue Musical Dreams

Norristown eighth grader Mikey loves to play music. But she couldn't afford the instrument her heart desired.

Archdiocese Of Philadelphia Covered Up Sexually Abusive Priest: Suit

Over recent years, the Archdiocese helped cover up the checkered past of a priest who sexually abused at least one woman, a lawsuit states.

Free Bulk Trash Disposal Event To Be Held In Norristown In May

Need to get rid of furniture and other bulky waste for free? A dozen dumpsters will be set up around town next month.

Most Contentious Montco Primary Election In Years Taking Shape In 2023

The May primary could bring big changes to the board of commissioners in one of Pennsylvania's largest counties.

Red Flag Warning Issued For Critical Fire Threat In Montgomery County

Due to several factors, there's an usually high risk for "rapid wildfire growth and spread" Wednesday in the region.

PETA Urges Conshohocken Restaurants To Cancel Clydesdale Events

Budweiser has been secretly severing the tailbones of Clydesdales for cosmetic purposes, PETA said.

Montgomery Co. Obtains Special Machine To Trace Bullets Used In Crimes

Authorities called the rare machine — only a relatively small number exist nationwide — a "game changer" in solving gun crimes.

Eastern PA Man Tried To Break Down Police Barriers On Jan. 6: Feds

The man was part of a massive "heave-ho" effort that aimed to demolish a police barricade in front of the Capitol doors, authorities said.

Gov. Shapiro Visits Montco, Calls For $50M In 911 Centers, Fire, EMS

Returning to his home county, the governor called for more investments in frontline workers and facilities.

Most Sustainable, Innovative Montco Projects: 2023 Montgomery Awards

The annual awards program recognizes the most environmentally-friendly, futuristic, and distinctive projects across Montgomery County.

7 Free Hazardous Waste Recycling Events Coming Up In Montco

Toxic and flammable household chemicals will be collected for proper disposal.

$3 Billion King Of Prussia Rail Project 'Paused' Amid Funding Concerns

All progress on the rail has been stopped after the Federal Transit Administration declined to fund it, leaving its future in doubt.

Montco Man Sentenced To Prison For Selling THC-Laced Food To Kids: DA

The man used Instagram to sell children marijauana-laced snacks, which he manufactured using children's cereal, police said.

Chester Valley Trail Connection To Schuylkill River Trail Now Complete

One of the most anticipated and impactful trail projects in years is now complete.

Citing Rise In Homlessness, Montco Looks To Fund Community Projects

The county wants to support numerous community projects, including services for the homeless, low income housing, and more.

New Montco Trail Proposal Would Create 17.5 Mile Loop

The extension would connect the Wissahickon, Erdenheim, Power Line, and Bethlehem Pike to the Schuylkill River. Public feedback is needed.

Montco Names New Health Director After National Search

Dr. Tamra Williams will lead more than 500 employees within the county's largest department.

Norristown Citizens’ Leadership Academy Returns

The unique program begins this month.

Joe Gale Responds To New Montco Commissioner: 'I Am Optimistic'

While the board's lone GOP commissioner consistently battled with Val Arkoosh and Ken Lawrence, he hopes the new alignment is different.

Montco 2040 Grant Program Now Open To Applications

The next round of funding for the most original and important sustainability projects in the county is on the way.

Montco Names New County Commissioner To Replace Val Arkoosh

Jamila Winder will be the first Black female commissioner in Montgomery County history.

5 Major Redevelopment Projects That Could Transform Norristown In 2023

2023 may be the most transformational year yet for a budding and rapidly revitalizing muncipality. Here's where the biggest projects stand.

Montco Public Defender's Office To Hold Special Clinic

The Public Defender's Office is looking to help former clients expunge their criminal records.

New Montco Scam Soliticing Exorbitant Fees From Homeowners

New homeowners particularly are targeted by the scam, officials said.

2 Montco Commissioners Slots To Be Filled In 2024: What To Know

The Montco Board of Commissioners will look a lot of different over the next year, and the 2023 election is shaping up to be a pivotal one.

Autism Town Hall To Be Held In Norristown

The event will feature resources for and from police, the school district, CHOP, and more. Details:

Major Traffic Pattern Shift Begins This Week On U.S. 202 In Norristown

A stretch of some two miles of U.S. 202 will be impacted, affecting multiple area muncipalities.

With Val Arkoosh Departing, Montco Starts Search For New Commissioner

With two former commissioners headed to Harrisburg, Montgomery County leadership will look a little bit different.

Val Arkoosh Named PA Secretary Of Human Services By Gov.-Elect Shapiro

Longtime local leader Val Arkoosh will join fellow Montgomery County native Josh Shapiro's new regime in Harrisburg.

Norristown To Hold 'Smoke Detector Blitz' For MLK Day

Local officials are using the Day of Service to take an important step in stopping tragedy.

Hakim Jones Resigns From Norristown Municipal Council

Norristown is now seeking a replacement for its longtime and well-loved councilman, who is leaving just short of the end of his term.

Norristown Council To Vote On President, Analysis Of Police

Municipal council will hold its reorganization meeting as the new year begins, while also considering a private "unbiased" review of the PD.

Montco’s AmerisourceBergen Fueled Opioid Crisis:Federal Lawsuit

Federal authorities called it AmerisourceBergen's actions a "brazen, blatant, and systemic failure."

Former Attorney General Kathleen Kane Not Guilty Of DUI

The state's former top law enforcement officer was reportedly made to take her field sobriety test in a windy, icy parking lot.

Montco Needs 911 Operators: Starting Up To $44K A Year

The county has several openings for one of local government's most crucial functions.

Norristown To Vote On 2023 Budget Tuesday Night

The upcoming municipal council meeting could set in stone what Norristown residents can expect in town in 2023.

First Woman President Judge In Montco Announces PA Supreme Court Run

Republican Montgomery County Common Pleas Court Judge Carolyn Carluccio is seeking the high court seat left vacant by the late Max Baer.

$2 Million For Montco Life Sciences Campus

The state dollars will go toward site preparation and initial development for upgrades to the Discovery Labs in King of Prussia.