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Olympian gets a hero's welcome during homecoming in Bridgeport, Pa.
The summer Olympics in Paris may be over, but the celebrations continue!In fact, the town of Bridgeport in Montgomery County paid special tribute to one of our local Olympians.Ariana Ramsey won a bronze medal for women's rugby.Action News photojournalist Dave Edwards was there for her big homecoming.
Montgomery County Leadership: Thom Chiomento, Vice President, Pennsylvania American Water
Thom Chiomento, Vice President of Pennsylvania American Water, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up all over the world thanks to his father’s job in the Navy. He used sports, from baseball to soccer to wrestling, as a way to adapt and make friends. Chiomento discussed why he chose...
Shots fired near Mission BBQ in Whitehall, police say
WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. - Police say shots were fired in an incident in Whitehall Township Thursday night. Officials say they received the call just before 9:30 p.m. Multiple police cars could be seen in the area of the 1400 block of Grape Street, near Mission BBQ and the Whitehall Mall.
Find a fur-ever friend. 'Clear the Shelters' pet adoption events set for Bensalem
Looking for a purr-fect furever friend? Bingo’s Foundation, a Bucks County cat rescue and shelter organization, and the Women's Animal Center in Bensalem are both holding adoption events as part of the “Clear the Shelters” national campaign on Sept. 7. ...
Name released of man who was killed in a crash after a driver made an illegal turn on Kelly Drive
One person is dead after a driver made an illegal turn on Kelly Drive and caused a three-vehicle crash on Thursday afternoon in Philadelphia, according to police.It happened around 3:22 p.m.According to police, the driver of a black Nissan Altima was traveling southbound on Kelly Drive when he made an illegal left turn onto Reservoir Drive.The Altima was hit by a white Nissan Rogue. The Altima then spun around and hit a black BMW.A passenger in the Altima was killed. He has been identified as 41-year-old Steven Tyree Moultrie.The 44-year-old driver of the Altima, who sources say was working...
Last Lick! Final Pottstown Ice Cream Run Set for Aug. 27
POTTSTOWN PA – Limber up, runners! August 27 (2024; Tuesday) represents the last chance this year to participate in the “Tuesdays in the Park Ice Cream Run,” hosted by the Pottstown Parks and Recreation Department. The popular training event is available as a ticketed 5-K race for...
Welcoming the Class of 2028
First-year students receive warm greetings at summer events held across the country. Nearly 400 incoming family members and students attended this summer’s Welcome Events held throughout the U.S. The gatherings offered a glimpse into the Lafayette College experience as future Leopards met fellow classmates and alumni prior to their arrival on campus.
Bryn Mawr Store is a Main Line Hotspot for Healthy Food on the Move
The Bryn Mawr’s Pinwheel Provisions is the place to go for healthy food on the fly, such as paninis and ready-made meals. Bryn Mawr’s Pinwheel Provisions is the place to go for healthy food on the fly, reports Bob Kelly for Fox 29 Philadelphia. Owner Anjali Gupta says...
Big Oil companies ask judge to throw out Bucks County climate change lawsuit
Lawyers for Big Oil companies are asking a judge to throw out a lawsuit filed by Bucks County earlier this year, which claims the organizations were aware of climate risks but withheld information to protect profits.
Celebrating faculty: Named chairs and professorships
Lafayette celebrates named chairs and professorships, including faculty members newly named to endowed positions. Named chairs and professorships are the highest honors bestowed upon faculty members, acknowledging their contributions to teaching and research. Recently, the College reappointed three faculty members who previously held endowed positions. Daniel Sabatino, associate professor, mechanical engineering, has been reappointed as the Robert W. Adenbaum ’49 Scholar in Entrepreneurial Studies. Markus Dubischar, associate provost and associate professor, has been reappointed as the Charles Elliott Scholar of Latin and Greek. Megan Fernandes, associate professor, English, has been reappointed as the Writer-in-Residence Scholar, a role that is funded by the Francis March Endowment.
School Board Member William Formica Urged To Step Down
Souderton Area School Board Member William Formica is accused of writing on social media that Kamala Harris performed a sex act in response to a question about the vice president's political accomplishments. Parents and teachers have criticized Formica’s post as sexist and misogynistic, and say the Republican has a history...
Gas leak prompts partial closure of Main Street in Hellertown, utility says
A natural gas leak has led to the partial closure of Main Street in Hellertown, a utility spokesman said. John Mason, a spokesman for UGI Utilities, Inc., confirmed to lehighvalleylive.com the leak initially was called in just after 10 a.m. Thursday when a passer-by smelled a strong odor. Crews continue to work to repair it in the first block of Main Street, near Christ Lutheran Church of Hellertown.
‘Boom parties’ agitating NJ residents — officials want Philadelphia’s help
⚫ New Jersey officials have sent a letter to the mayor of Philadelphia. ⚫ Parties across the Delaware River are wreaking havoc here. Residents of Burlington County are being tormented on a regular basis, and officials in New Jersey aren't exactly sure what to do about it. Several officials in...
Chambersburg Hall of Fame: Dave Myers’ records stand test of time
He may have a common name, but the legacy left by Dave Myers as an athlete at Chambersburg was nothing but uncommon. Myers was a standout athlete in four sports for the Trojans before graduating in 1966, and he led a very interesting life after his playing days were over.
Philly School District to introduce new English language arts curriculum as part of $70M overhaul
When classes begin on Aug. 26, teachers in the School District of Philadelphia will use a new English language arts curriculum, part of a $70 million curriculum overhaul.
Lottery ticket worth over $671K sold in Pennsylvania
Another day, another win for some lottery player in Pennsylvania. While the winnings this time were nowhere near that Powerball jackpot someone else recently scored, they’re still pretty sweet. A according to a press release sent out by the Pennsylvania Lottery on Wednesday, someone certainly struck it rich after...
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