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October 4, 2024

Towamencin developer gives update on Chipotle, other projects

Deal with Harbor Freight done, plans for ‘Main Street’ possible in October

October 3, 2024

North Penn: Board sees report on Pennbrook assault

Board vows to be as transparent as possible.

October 3, 2024

North Wales swears in new police officer

Tough competition for candidates, says chief

October 2, 2024

Towamencin adopts ordinance repealing sewer sale

Sale opponents claim ‘This is our win, we did it together’

September 27, 2024

North Wales ready for Saturday's ‘Community day’

Food and vendor festival hoping for sunshine.

September 27, 2024

Upper Gwynedd welcomes new finance, code directors

Longtime zoning officer to retire at end of year.

September 26, 2024

North Penn debates Title IX policy updates amid strong public comment

Three schools could remain under 2020 rules due to lawsuit, says solicitor.

September 25, 2024

Upper Gwynedd approves warehouse plan for Church Road site

Property was discussed by school district in spring.

September 24, 2024

Blockbuster: North Penn votes to sell ‘movie lots’ for $15M

Adjacent parcel has been discussed since spring.

September 19, 2024

North Penn schools: $21 million surplus funds could go toward high school project

Bond rating could be boosted by higher reserves, says CFO

September 18, 2024

North Penn: $611K transfer needed due to delay in propane bus delivery

Buses did not arrive before school year ended, says CFO.

September 18, 2024

Towamencin hears hint of plans for Goddard school in former Rite Aid

Applicant seeks waiver from parking requirements.

September 18, 2024

Lansdale: More police hires could come soon

Department is down from recent high in staffing levels.

September 13, 2024

It’s official: Towamencin board votes to terminate sewer sale

NOPE crowd celebrates as long-running debate draws to close

September 13, 2024

WATCH: North Wales Mayor honored at White House

First deaf mayor elected in country joins President Biden in celebrating ADA.

September 12, 2024

Towamencin board sees plans for 96 townhouses on Old Forty Foot Road

Board voice concerns about traffic, flooding in area.

September 10, 2024

Lansdale traffic study could be made public in October

Long-awaited look at traffic troubles nearly done.

September 9, 2024

Towamencin developer gives update on proposed ‘Main Street’ project

Apartments could be added around offices near intersection

September 6, 2024

Lansdale planning permanent memorial for 'Charlie the Cat', pet supply drive and proclamation set for Sunday

Borough working on ways to honor cat killed in August

September 6, 2024

North Penn High school renovation phasing, financing could come into focus

Staff say former radio site could be used for construction staging.

September 5, 2024

Developer pitches Harbor Freight, Chase Bank for long-vacant Towamencin shopping center

Supervisors say prior promises never panned out

September 4, 2024

North Wales scout embarks on survey of borough shade trees

Pilot project will tackle one of town’s three wards.

September 3, 2024

No more buzz: North Penn reports bee hive in high school wall has mysteriously died

Major repairs can wait until renovations begin, says district.

September 3, 2024

North Wales approves future tenants for former church

Transit nonprofit, catering company now on board.

August 30, 2024

Lansdale: Third and Walnut apartments ‘recently resubmitted’ for update

Apartment building plans were approved in 2019.

August 29, 2024

North Penn: Classrooms to stay closed until bees removed

Three classes relocated as precaution, say district.

August 27, 2024

Lansdale council approves downtown zoning update

New code approved after staff answer resident concerns

August 26, 2024

Lansdale: Hearing on proposed Main Street apartments postponed amid plenty of commentary

Residents sound off on housing shortage.

August 23, 2024

North Penn School District facilities director planning to retire in 2025

Longtime administrator oversaw school, stadium renovations

August 23, 2024

Anne Henning-Scheuring named Lansdale Lifetime Achievement Award winner

Award to be presented during Saturday morning Founders Day festivities

August 22, 2024

On the path: North Wales park upgrades begin

Porous path could be done before winter.

August 22, 2024

SEPTA to resume charging in September for Lansdale garage parking

Town parking authority next meets Sept. 9

August 20, 2024

Towamencin names new finance director

Eric Reinbott takes over finances as budget season nears.

August 19, 2024

Lansdale: not so fast on supposed surplus

Town still working to ID various funds.

August 16, 2024

‘What Jeff leaves with me’ – Upper Gwynedd remembers late firefighter Jeff Tomczak

Township staff, commissioners recall fire marshal after passing

August 15, 2024

Lansdale garden tour called off for Saturday due to heatwaves

Tour cancelled, gardens ‘not at their best’

August 14, 2024

New North Wales ‘Main Street’ nonprofit seeks public input, feedback on revitalizing town

Also: Vendor registration nearly full for Sept. 28 Community Day

August 13, 2024

Lansdale continues to seek solutions for homelessness in town

Gazebo cleared as debate continues.

August 7, 2024

Heat wave brings out talk of Lansdale pool fees and fixes

Idea also raised about having policy for event cancellations due to heat.

August 6, 2024

Lansdale electric says ‘meters are spinning’ in summer heat

Town considers peak shaving, more solar panels to cut costs.

August 5, 2024

Does Lansdale have too much money? New finance director looking at reserve fund

Town could cut down, set rules for general fund balance.

August 5, 2024

North Penn bus center staying at high school

Montgomery Township site also too costly, say staff.

August 2, 2024

Work underway on Lansdale’s East Main streetscape

Town talks trees as long-delayed project begins.

August 1, 2024

Towamencin still split on flag display code

Supervisors spar on whether rules are needed.

July 30, 2024

North Wales awards contract for park path upgrade

Ninth Street Park could see further upgrades next.

July 29, 2024

Homeless in Lansdale plead for public to ‘help the situation’

Memorial Park residents share thoughts on housing needs, fixes.

July 25, 2024

Lansdale residents urge action to help homeless

Police chief gives update after Supreme Court ruling.

July 24, 2024

Lansdale sends off employee after 50-year career

Eileen Nacarella honored for long tenure with town.

July 23, 2024

Upper Gwynedd swears in new police officer

Amber Welsh ‘a good fit’ for department, says commissioner.

July 23, 2024

What North Penn area school districts are receiving from the 2024-2025 state budget

District officials say further reforms needed.

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