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November 7, 2025

Trail sworn in as new Norristown police chief

'I’m here to roll up my sleeves and go to work,' Trail says after 8-year stint in Lansdale

November 3, 2025

Election 2025: What you need to know in Montgomery, Bucks counties

Polls open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 4; all ballots must be returned by the time …

October 20, 2025

County election board chairman warns of ‘potential voter fraud case’ in Montgomery County

The Montco commissioner also stresses safety of poll workers, voters paramount

July 19, 2025

'Good Trouble’ protests bring 1,200 people out across Montgomery County

"After the day of ICE terrorizing the local community in Norristown, an evening of well attended protests was much needed,” …

July 11, 2025

Norristown police chief finalists - including Lansdale Police chief - answer community questions

Candidates include Lansdale Police Chief Mike Trail, former Norristown deputy chief and retired Atlantic City police captain originally from Norristown

June 26, 2025

AG Sunday’s visit highlights organized retail theft crackdowns across state

Operations across Philadelphia spotlighted as law enforcement collaborate, prioritize safety

March 12, 2025

Montgomery County OKs $4.15 million in information technology, public safety contracts

Fifteen-item package features $1.1M for 'drug and alcohol, mental health evaluations and treatment services'

March 7, 2025

Montgomery County keeps focus on addressing homelessness

Commissioners highlight shelter programs planned in Lansdale, Pottstown

February 26, 2025

Roberto Clemente Jr. gives keynote at Montgomery County Community College symposium

The famed former professional athlete turned broadcaster, philanthropist and entrepreneur is the son of the late baseball legend Roberto Clemente …

February 25, 2025

Montgomery County reiterates DEI importance amid federal crackdowns

The county’s Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion increased its division four-fold as county commissioners authorized the creation of up …

February 17, 2025

Montgomery County holds Black History Month events throughout February

Several NAACP branch presidents give remarks during Feb. 6 meeting

February 10, 2025

Conversation surrounding township supervisor’s resignation makes way into Montgomery County meeting

Towamencin Township supervisor blasts DiBello, requests he 'mimic my former colleague’s video right now.'

January 27, 2025

Montgomery County Point-in-Time Count examines homelessness on frigid night

'This is definitely the coldest Point-in-Time count in my memory,' says Montco. Housing and Community Development Administrator Kayleigh Silver

January 24, 2025

Operator for new Lansdale homeless facility embraces challenge

'I feel grateful for this. I'm really excited about this, but I'm absolutely not relaxing,' Jordan says

January 22, 2025

People’s Rally crowd brings ‘grassroots activism’ to Montgomery County from around region

'It’s a time when we need to stand together with our community, arm-in-arm, and continue to fight for what is …

January 21, 2025

Montgomery County authorizes new director of immigrant affairs position

Role classified as 'high priority' for Montco

December 31, 2024

Montgomery County ‘re-obligates’ $24.9M in ARPA funds ahead of deadline

Action recommended to 're-obligate the remaining $24.9 million into projects that align with the Recovery Plan'

December 20, 2024

Addressing homelessness: Montgomery County signs building lease in Lansdale

Supportive housing shelter to open in 2025

December 19, 2024

Montgomery County holds public hearings ahead of 2025 budget vote

The sessions occurred a week before a scheduled vote to adopt the budget with a 9 percent real estate tax …

December 16, 2024

Montgomery County eyes behavioral health outreach for homeless

The initiative, categorized as “street behavioral health medicine services,” was included in a request for proposals package

December 4, 2024

Montgomery County Community College touts ‘enrollment uptick’ for 2023-24

Bastecki-Perez highlights student resources, education facilities and partnerships during annual report

November 27, 2024

Montgomery County officials celebrate completion of Ridge Pike Improvement Project’s first phase

Thoroughfare’s additional sections scheduled for construction over several years

November 22, 2024

Montgomery County Recovery Office looks into furthering energy efficiency with $500K in contracts

Federal grants aim to fund energy assessment, suitability studies

November 20, 2024

Montgomery County seeks $1.78M to further criminal justice, recreation, transportation projects

Funding would support criminal justice data program, Norristown trailhead improvements, transportation plans

November 19, 2024

Montgomery County 2025 budget draft includes possible 9% tax hike

Public hearings scheduled for Dec. 12, adoption vote slated for Dec. 19

November 14, 2024

Tensions rise among Montgomery County officials at post-election press conference

An election night press conference Tuesday detailing preliminary results from the 2024 general election put rising tensions on display

November 8, 2024

Montgomery County IT security thwarts foreign cyberattack attempts, election board chairman says

Makhija: Montco. received ‘over 1 million attempts of intrusion to our county network, 600,000 came from Russia and Bulgaria

October 3, 2024

Montgomery County OKs $3.6M in contracts

Technology contract focusing on records digitization takes up lions share of package

October 1, 2024

Montgomery County helping to provide relief following Hurricane Helene

American Red Cross, Montco Urban Search and Rescue Team and PECO send manpower

September 26, 2024

RNC sues Montgomery County, alleges mail ballots sent without doing testing

Complaint alleges ‘defendants have commenced the 2024 election without completing L&A testing.’ Makhija calls it a ‘frivolous lawsuit’

September 24, 2024

Stories shared as Montgomery County observes National Recovery Month

Ongoing efforts highlighted to combat opioid crisis.

September 24, 2024

Stories shared as Montgomery County observes National Recovery Month

Ongoing efforts highlighted to combat opioid crisis.

August 21, 2024

Voter outreach crucial for Montco Democrats, Republicans ahead of November election

County’s party committee chairmen give perspectives, strategy with 80 days until Election Day

August 19, 2024

Montgomery County authorizes hiring 18 new staff members for public defender’s office

Commissioners cancel $9.57M contract to renovate 18 W. Airy St.; county-owned space in Norristown slated to house public defender’s office.

August 12, 2024

Public hearings scheduled as Montco seeks $14 million in state disaster recovery grant

Hybrid sessions slated for noon on Aug. 12, 6 p.m. on Aug. 14 in Norristown and Zoom

August 1, 2024

Montgomery County’s voter services office eyes mobile outreach vehicle

A new method to increase voter outreach was a topic of disagreement among Montgomery County Commissioners considering a request for …

July 30, 2024

Pa. Gov. Shapiro, Michigan Gov. Whitmer rally for Kamala Harris at Wissahickon High School

Josh Shapiro remains a possible running mate for Harris in the 2024 election

July 30, 2024

Montgomery County appoints Food Policy Council leadership

Officials took another step closer to combating food insecurity in Montgomery County by appointing leading members to the Food Policy …

July 26, 2024

Montgomery County invests $18M in new emergency behavioral health crisis center

Montgomery County officials plan to revamp social services for those in immediate need by investing $18 million to open an …

July 11, 2024

Montgomery County designates $1 million for homeless outreach services

Requests for proposals focus on housing, shelter services

July 5, 2024

Montgomery County homeless advocates react to Supreme Court decision

‘Vulnerable residents continue to be criminalized by our judicial system,’ nonprofit CEO says of ruling.

July 1, 2024

‘Housing not citations’ rally focuses on homelessness in Montgomery County

Chants from attendees of a “housing, not citations” rally Tuesday evening could be heard in downtown Norristown as nearly two …

June 26, 2024

Montgomery County issues anti-discrimination proclamation

Montgomery County officials took a strong stance against discrimination earlier this month by issuing a proclamation.

June 24, 2024

Montgomery County Art and Prose of Freedom Contest winners announced

The creative talents of several Montgomery County students were on display Tuesday as winners of the Montgomery County Art and …

June 18, 2024

Montgomery County seeks bids to replace bridges

Items published on Montgomery County Purchasing Department website.

June 14, 2024

Festivals, flag raising: Montgomery County to celebrate Juneteenth

Juneteenth Celebration, Juneteenth Cometh & Juneteenth Jubilee Street Festival planned over next few days.

June 6, 2024

Montgomery County raises 2024 Pride flag

Officials came together on Monday to raise the Pride flag, commemorating Pride Month in Montgomery County.

June 5, 2024

Ribbon cut for Elmwood Park Zoo welcome center and Frank and Paige Engro Veterinary Hospital

Hundreds celebrated the completion of the Elmwood Park Zoo’s first phase of development as officials on Friday cut the ribbon …

June 4, 2024

Pennsylvania’s 2024 Ice Cream Trail begins at Merrymead Farm in Worcester

Agriculture secretary spotlights agriculture, economic & tourism efforts during Montgomery County visit.

May 29, 2024

Ambler NAACP, area police chiefs reaffirm commitment to community policing

Area police chiefs and leadership from the NAACP’s Ambler branch gathered on Friday, May 24, to reaffirm a commitment to …

Police seek IDs of 5 suspected shoplifters …

Montco man who allegedly had machete during …

Lansdale OKs new event space in former …

North Penn PAL’s ‘Shop with a Cop’ …

Winter home maintenance: Protect your investment and …

Pa.’s home care workers want to be …

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Looking for a monstrously good time? Sea Isle City’s Halloween Parade is coming up

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“Howl-O-Weeners” Take Over Ocean City Boardwalk on Oct. 25-26

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Halloween's coming: Prepare to be scared in Ocean City

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