Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Various locations will host the summer project.
The Montgomery County Health Department (MCHD) will be conducting its annual Low-Cost Rabies Immunization Clinics on Saturdays in June for the the program's 22nd consecutive year. "As in previous years, these clinics are located throughout the county in order to ensure that resident pet owners have access to this disease prevention service," said Jessica Willingham, communications assistant for the Montgomery County Office of Communications. The 2013 Annual Rabies Clinic locations, dates and times are: LOCATION DATE TIME Abington Recycling Center, Florey Lane (off of Easton Road), Abington June 1 9 – 11 a.m. Collegeville Community Park, Fourth and Park avenues, Collegeville June 8 9 – 11 a.m. Encore Experiences at …
Saturday, November 3, 2012
So much going on, it needed a special entry today
1. Today is the 17th annual North Penn United Way “Run for Your Neighbor” 5K Race and Family Fun Run to benefit the United Way. The event begins at 9 a.m. at Harleysville Insurance in Lower Salford. Check out www.npuw.org/5K for more. 2. After a great season full of festivals and excitement, the Lansdale Farmers’ Market comes to a close for the 2012 season today. The market is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Railroad Avenue. 3. North Montco Technical Career Center, 1265 Sumneytown Pike, Towamencin, holds an All-You-Can-Eat Pasta Dinner Fundraiser from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The menu includes salad, pasta, garlic bread and desserts. Tickets are $10 for adults, $7.50 for seniors and children under 12. 4. Portolese Family Chiropractic, 490 Pennbrook …
Monday, June 4, 2012
A burglary also occurred on the 2000 block of Kriebel Road
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Monday, June 4, 2012
Towamencin Township Police said a burglar or burglars were unsuccessful in breaking into the snack stand at the Towamencin Pool Complex on Weikel Road between May 26 and May 28. Police said the burglar or burglars attempted to gain access to the building by drilling out several locks. Entry was not gained into the snack stand. In a separate incident, a burglary was carried out in a barn in the 2000 block of Kriebel Road betweeen May 20 and May 23, police said. A Troy-Built pressure washer valued at $300 was reported taken, polcie said. Entry was gained through an unsecured door, police said. Call Towamencin Police at 215-368-7606 with information on either incident.
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
The accident occurred at 6:21 a.m. at the intersection of Sumneytown Pike and Forty Foot Road.
A Lansdale man was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Sumneytown Pike and Forty Foot Road shortly after 6 a.m. Tuesday morning. According to a press release, the preliminary investigation indicates that a vehicle driven by Michael Darcy, 58, of Harleysville, was traveling southbound on Forty Foot Road when it attempted to make a right-hand turn onto westbound Sumneytown Pike and struck a pedestrian in the crosswalk. The victim, identified as John Longo, 68, of Lansdale, was taken by ambulance to Abington Memorial Hospital for treatment. At the time of the incident, it was dark outside and fog conditions were present, the release states. The accident remains under investigation by the Towamencin Township Police Department Traffic …
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
A local real estate market report from last quarter 2011
What’s the real estate market been doing over the last three months (not counting January, of course)? Well, according to the statistics compiled by Trend, the Multiple Listing Service, Montgomery County as a whole had more sales in the last quarter of 2011 than it did a year ago during the same time period. To be exact, there were 1,633 homes sold from October to December 2011. That’s a 7.2 percent increase. The supply of homes on the market decreased by 12.3 percent during the last quarter compared to the previous year, and it took on average 127 days to sell a home. The time it took to sell increased by 11.3 percent. So the last quarter of 2010, homes were on the market for an average of 15 days less than 2011. That’s not so bad…
Thursday, January 12, 2012
A home just hit the market in Telford and another in Lansdale
NEW LISTING! — 148 N. Hamilton St., Telford — $274,900 — 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. NEW CONSTRUCTION! Quiet street. This 3-bedroom, 2-1/2 Bath is a must see. Large Kitchen with granite countertops and an abundance of cabinet space and extended countertop for that quick meal or additional seating. The breakfast nook features a large box extension with a slider to the outside. The large family room with fireplace is just off the kitchen. The first floor also features the kitchen pantry, powder room and laundry all conveniently located off of the kitchen. The first floor is all hardwood flooring except for carpeting in the family room. Upstairs: The large master suite with spacious walk-in closet has its own bath with two vanities and a stall …
Thursday, December 29, 2011
A house went on the market in Montgomery Township for $57,900 and a home in Lansdale hit the market at $259,900
NEW LISTING! — 1441 Sandys Lane, Upper Gwynedd — $375,000 — 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. Beautiful Colonial located in highly desireable Penn Brooke close to all major routes and shopping, Home is set in a perfect park like setting. Large Living Room with original hardwood floors and bay window, Formal dining room feature hardwood floors as well and entry into kitchen, Kitchen has been completely remodeled and features updated cabinets, granite counter tops and large eat in area over looking huge family room, Family room features brick wood burning fireplace, separate laundry room off family room as well as half bath and access to two oversized 2 car garage, there is also an exit to the rear enclosed patio and deck, Upper level features 4 great …
Saturday, December 17, 2011
The incident occurred Monday night in Franconia Township
Franconia Township Police are investigating a possible child luring incident that occurred Monday at 3:20 p.m. near Keller's Creamery Road and Indian Creek Road. Police have released a composite sketch of the suspect. According to a press release, a 12-year-old gilr told police she stepped off her school bus and noticed that a car was following her as she walked toward her home. The car pulled alongside the girl, and the driver rolled down the window and asked her if he could take her picture and if she would pose for him, police said. The girl ran to the safety of her nearby home as the car left the scene. The driver was described as a white male in his mid-40s to 50s. He had white, medium-length hair with sideburns. He was wearing a …
Thursday, December 15, 2011
A home just went up for sale in Blue Bell for $549,900, and another in Harleysville for $199,000
NEW LISTING! — $199,000 — 367 Indian Crest Way, Harleysville — 3 bedrooms/1.5 baths. Immaculate home, perfectly priced backing to scenic township land overlooking trees, creek and jogging trail! Cul de sac location. Sliders to deck. Finished room in walk-out basement to patio.1 car garage with opener. Walk-up floored attic. Double sinks in bath. First floor powder room. Heater and air conditioner 5 years. Water heater 1 year .New blinds. Tile backsplash in kitchen. Plenty of storage and closets. Pretty perennial gardens. Tasteful decor. Offering a home warranty. This is a shining star! Listed with Connie Schaffer, Coldwell Banker Realty Corp. Associates, 600 E. Main St., Lansdale. (215) 855-5600. NEW LISTING! — 600 Foxcroft Drive, Blue …
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Police have notified Lower Salford Township and Telford Borough of the Tuesday incident
Franconia Township Police have informed area residents and the neighboring communities of Lower Salford Township and Telford Borough of a luring incident Tuesday afternoon. A 12-year-old girl was followed by a vehicle when she got off her school bus, and the driver pulled up next to her and asked her to pose for a picture. You can read more details on the incident at this link on 6abc.com.
