Elected Officials, Same-Sex Newlyweds Celebrate MontCo at Marriage Equality Rally

More than 100 people attended the event in support of D. Bruce Hanes’s decision to provide marriage licenses to same-sex couples, as a suit stopping the licenses from being issued continues through the court process.

Perkiomen Township Applying for Traffic Light at Rt. 113, Iron Bridge Drive

The board approved a resolution to begin the process with PennDOT.

Corbett Among Nation's Worst Governors: Report

A report by Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington slams Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett for accepting gifts from parties doing business with the state, among other things.

Local Hazardous Site Receives $2M State Grant

Properties near the Good oil site on Layfield and Hoffmansville roads are contaminated with herbicides, pesticides, gas and oil, according to the DEP.

Perkiomen Board Concerned with ‘Sub Par’ Road Work

Township supervisors say Bridge Street is like ‘a washboard.’

Gerlach’s Flu Shot Legislation Signed Into Law

A flu shot that combats a new type of flu will be available during the 2013-2014 season.

PA Sues Montgomery County to Stop Issuing Same Sex Marriage Licenses

The Pennsylvania Health Department is suing Montgomery County for them to cease issuing same sex marriage licenses.

Schwenksville Council Considers Changes to Revitalization Project

The bids “miraculously” came in less expensive than budgeted.

Protesters Hold 'Pray-In' Over MontCo Same-Sex Marriage Licenses

County Officials Seek Input on Child Welfare Budget

A public hearing will be held Tuesday.

‘No Turn on Red’ Signs Considered at Main Street, Perkiomen Avenue

Schwenksville Borough Council agreed that signs were necessary at the intersection.

Meehan Supports Bill to Terminate Rapist Custody Rights

The U.S. Representative says the legislation protects rape victims.

State Agency Distributing Tablets in Case of Nuclear Emergency in Limerick

Potassium iodine tablets will be available August 8.

Despite Marriage Licenses, Gay Couples Face 'Legal Uncertainty'

A lawyer who's fighting Pennsylvania's ban on gay marriage suggested the first such union in state history could be voided in court.

Protesters Hold 'Pray-In' Over MontCo Same-Sex Marriage Licenses

The Pro-Life Coalition of Pennsylvania objects to a Montgomery County official's decision to grant marriage certificates to gay couples.

Montgomery County Issues Same-Sex Marriage Licenses

Five same-sex couples received the first marriage licenses in Pennsylvania, regardless of a state ban.

Commissioners Respond to County Official’s Decision to Issue Same-Sex Marriage License

Montgomery County Commissioners Josh Shapiro and Leslie Richards ‘hailed’ the decision; Commissioner Bruce Castor said people enforcing laws 'must do so unless the law is changed.'

Same-Sex Couples Can Marry in Montgomery County: Register of Wills

A county official was prepared to issue a marriage license to a same-sex couple this afternoon.

Patriotic Sons of America Donates New Flag Disposal Boxes

The Patriotic Order Sons of America work with local boy scouts to respectfully dispose of American flags.

Toepel’s Bill on PVSD Funding Signed Into Law

Due to a change in state policy, Perkiomen Valley and Methacton school districts were at risk of losing funding from properties in Evansburg State Park.

MontCo Names New Voter Services Director

Michael Morsch, executive editor of Montgomery Newspapers, will run the department.

Letter: Sewer Authority 'Gangs Up' on Residents

Catherine Beyer discusses Lower Perkiomen Valley Regional Sewer Authority developments.

Grassroots Effort From Residents Stalls Multi-Million Dollar Sewer Project

The second in a two-part series on the Lower Perkiomen Valley Regional Sewer Authority’s middle interceptor project debate and how it is affecting the lives of residents, increasing sewer fees, and the potential moratorium on building.

Officials Speak Out on Stalled Multi-Million Dollar Sewer Project

The first in a two-part series on the Lower Perkiomen Valley Regional Sewer Authority’s middle interceptor project debate and how it is affecting the lives of residents, increasing sewer fees, and could lead to a moratorium on building.

State Voter ID Law Heads to Court Monday

Supporters of the law believe it is a common-sense way to end voter fraud; opponents say it's unconstitutional.

GOP Drops Lawsuit After Acting Voter Services Director Leaves Post

MCRC Chairman Bob Kerns calls the departure 'a win'; county officials say the lawsuit against Commissioners Josh Shapiro, Leslie Richards and the acting voter services director was never relevant.

Church Road Park Improvements Won't Include Walking Trail

After dozens of residents objected to a proposed walking trail due to reported mischief in the area, the Skippack Township Board of Supervisors revamped its plans for park improvements.

Trappe Borough Official Garners Statewide Honor

Nevin Scholl received the Cecil K. Leberknight Award from the Pa. State Association of Boroughs.

Schwenksville Woman Recognized for Helping Teen During Dog Attack

Residents from Schwenksville, Lower Pottsgrove and Pottstown worked together to help a Limerick teen attacked by three dogs; two of the good Samaritans were bitten themselves.

No ObamaCare Partnership at MontCo Public Libraries, Official Says

Public libraries in Montgomery County will not set aside computers for heath care sign-ups, according to library leadership.

SEPA Legislators to Introduce Marriage Equality Bill in State House

The announcement was made after Rep. Daryl Metcalfe barred Rep. Brian Sims from addressing the Supreme Court’s DOMA ruling on the House floor, saying it was ‘open rebellion against God’s law.’

Skippack Pike to Close Twice This Week for Repairs [UPDATE]

The road will be closed between DeKalb Pike and Bethel Road.

'Love Makes People Happy:' Strong Reactions to Same-Sex Marriage Ruling

People on both sides of the same-sex marriage issue shared their opinions following a landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling Wednesday.

Supreme Court Strikes Down DOMA

Those in same-sex marriages recognized by their states can now receive federal benefits.

Montgomery County Reacts in Real Time to SCOTUS Decisions

A real-time feed of tweets from people in Montgomery County.

National Mosquito Control Awareness Week is June 23-29

Montgomery County offers tips on dealing with mosquitoes.

Schwartz Named 'Hero of Main Street' for Supporting Local Businesses

The National Retail Federation presented the award.

PennDOT Unveils Decade of Transportation Improvements

A transportation funding plan is needed to advance projects.

Economic Development Explored in New Perk Valley Comprehensive Plan

Currently, only 7.3 percent of employed residents in the Central Perkiomen Valley Region work in the area.

Hollow Road Bridge to Close Indefinitely

Hollow Road between Heebner Rd and Stump Hall Rd will close indefinitely beginning June 27.