• President Appoints Josh Shapiro to Influential Governors Council

    President Appoints Josh Shapiro to Influential Governors Council

    President Trump has announced the appointment of Governor Josh Shapiro to a significant council as part of the National Governors Association’s (NGA) winter meeting in Washington, writes Gilian McGoldrick for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Governors from across the nation are gathering for this annual event, which runs through Saturday. On Friday, Shapiro, along with several other…

  • Gov. Josh Shapiro Provides Commentary for Pitt Basketball Broadcast

    Gov. Josh Shapiro Provides Commentary for Pitt Basketball Broadcast

    Governor Josh Shapiro provided live commentary for 93.7 The Fan’s broadcast of the Pitt–Syracuse men’s basketball game last night at Petersen Events Center, reports Christopher Cart for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Abington’s Shapiro joined play-by-play announcer Bill Hillgrove and radio analyst Curtis Aiken, a former Pitt basketball star. Aiken was had been named to Shapiro’s transition…

  • First Bank House of the Week: Historic Abington Estate Blends 18th-Century Charm with Modern Luxury

    First Bank House of the Week: Historic Abington Estate Blends 18th-Century Charm with Modern Luxury

    For those seeking a blend of history and modern luxury, Highland Farm Manor in Abington, listed at $1,495,000, is a remarkable find. . . Dating back to 1721, this estate sits on a William Penn land grant and has been meticulously renovated to combine colonial charm with contemporary comfort. To read the full listing, visit…

  • Governor Josh Shapiro Advocates for Recreational Marijuana

    Governor Josh Shapiro Advocates for Recreational Marijuana

    Governor Josh Shapiro is once again advocating for recreational marijuana legalization in Pennsylvania, writes Gillian McGoldrick. Abington’s own Shapiro cited the potential tax revenue as surrounding states profit from Pennsylvanians crossing state lines to buy cannabis. Shapiro’s administration estimates that legalizing adult-use cannabis could generate $14.8 million in tax revenue in its first year, climbing…

  • Montgomery County Leadership: Dr. Nicole Hood, Head of School, Abington Friends School

    Montgomery County Leadership: Dr. Nicole Hood, Head of School, Abington Friends School

    Dr. Nicole Hood, head of school at Abington Friends School, spoke with Montco Today about growing up in Richmond, Virginia, where she was close with her brother, cousins, and extended family. From a young age, she loved reading. She also ran track and cross country in high school, which she enjoyed because of the camaraderie…

  • Governor Josh Shapiro Calls in to WIP as ‘Josh from Abington’ to Revel in Eagles Victory

    Governor Josh Shapiro Calls in to WIP as ‘Josh from Abington’ to Revel in Eagles Victory

    Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro may hold one of the highest offices in the state, but when it comes to the Philadelphia Eagles, he’s just another die-hard fan. The governor called into SportsRadio 94WIP’s midday show under the name “Josh from Abington” following the Eagles’ dominant Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, bringing the…

  • Two Penn State Abington Students Take Full Advantage of Courses with Short-Term Study Abroad

    Two Penn State Abington Students Take Full Advantage of Courses with Short-Term Study Abroad

    Natalie Sylvester and Lauren Berg are among the students who are taking full advantage of Penn State Abington’s courses that require short-term study abroad, writes Regina Broscius for Penn State. The pair recently completed a ten-day stint in Germany, which was Sylvester’s third and Berg’s second time traveling abroad with their class. The students worked…

  • Redeemer Health Charts Path to Recovery with Ambitious $46M Initiative

    Redeemer Health Charts Path to Recovery with Ambitious $46M Initiative

    Redeemer Health has launched a $46 million plan to address a breached debt service covenant, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. The Montgomery County health system developed the multiyear plan with financial advisory firm Kaufman Hall to boost revenue and cut expenses. The plan includes improving emergency department throughput, increasing patient volume, reducing inpatient…

  • One Step Closer for New Abington Middle School

    One Step Closer for New Abington Middle School

    Abington School District inches closer toward a brand new middle school, reports Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. During a meeting on Tuesday, Superintendent Doctor Jeffrey Fecher announced that the Board of School Directors would pursue plans for a new building on the current campus. The board discussed renovating the current building, building two new schools…

  • Governor Josh Shapiro Talks Election, Trump, and the Eagles in the Playoffs

    Governor Josh Shapiro Talks Election, Trump, and the Eagles in the Playoffs

    Governor Josh Shapiro reflected on his role in the 2024 election, and his thoughts on Trump, Pennsylvania, and the Eagles in a recent interview with Walter Perez for Action News. Speaking from Adare Pharma Solutions in Northeast Philadelphia, the Abington native highlighted Pennsylvania’s efforts to attract businesses. Adare recently relocated from New Jersey, taking advantage…

  • Abington’s Project Chemo Crochet Creates Warm Blankets for Cancer Patients 

    Abington’s Project Chemo Crochet Creates Warm Blankets for Cancer Patients 

    Abington’s Project Chemo Crochet delivers warm blankets created by volunteers from around the world to cancer patients who are undergoing treatment, reports Nick Iadonisi for 6abc.  “The best part is, each blanket that we give to the cancer patients, they feel the love wrapped around them by multiple people, not just one person,” said Linda…

  • Abington Middle Schooler Amelia Fletcher Brings Relief and Fun to Children in Kensington

    Abington Middle Schooler Amelia Fletcher Brings Relief and Fun to Children in Kensington

    Abington’s Amelia Fletcher is just 14 years old and making a big difference in Kensington, writes Courtenay Harris Bond for the Philly Voice. Fletcher volunteers with the Everywhere Project, a non-profit that helps Philadelphians in need. Working in Kensington, Fletcher often saw children waiting in boredom while their parents received meals. This inspired her to…

  • Make No Mistake, Pittsburgh: Governor Josh Shapiro is a Birds Fan

    Make No Mistake, Pittsburgh: Governor Josh Shapiro is a Birds Fan

    Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro isn’t shy about his sports loyalties, writes Gilian McGoldrick for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Ahead of Sunday’s rare Eagles–Steelers matchup in Philadelphia, the Abington resident and self-described sports “fanatic” made it clear: his allegiance lies with the Philadelphia Eagles. “You cannot bulls— your way through sports,” Shapiro told reporters after a Christmas…

  • Bradley Cooper Shares What He Learned From Rejection

    Bradley Cooper Shares What He Learned From Rejection

    Abington native Bradley Cooper, known for Silver Linings Playbook and American Hustle, shared a poignant story about a rejection early in his career that left a lasting impression, writes Emily Ruuskanen for Far Out Magazine. Cooper has had an incredibly successful career He starred in movies like the Hangover, Wedding Crashers, American Sniper and A…

  • Lovers of the Active Life Feel Right at Home in Abington

    Lovers of the Active Life Feel Right at Home in Abington

    Active life in Abington is perfect for those seeking a community that combines suburban charm with abundant recreational activities, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine. Nestled in Philadelphia’s northern suburbs, this township boasts more than 20 parks, offering something for every outdoor enthusiast. Alverthorpe Park, a gem open exclusively to township residents and their guests,…

  • Abington’s Hollywood Neighborhood: Glamorous Name, Unique Charm

    Abington’s Hollywood Neighborhood: Glamorous Name, Unique Charm

    Abington Township’s Hollywood neighborhood may not be as glamorous as its namesake, but it has developed its own unique charm and strong community spirit over the decades, writes Kevin Riordan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The neighborhood was developed by Gustav Weber, who aimed to create a residential community inspired by Spanish Revival architecture. He chose…

  • Abington Home’s Three-story Deck Feels Like ‘Tree House’

    Abington Home’s Three-story Deck Feels Like ‘Tree House’

    Tim and Tracy Panella turned a 1920 Abington home into a personal haven with abundant interior space as well as a three-story back deck, writes Terri Akman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The couple fell in love with the home as soon as they saw it six years ago. “From the outside, the house looked like…

  • Abington’s Katalin Karikó Inducted Into 2024 Class of Distinguished Daughters of Pennsylvania

    Abington’s Katalin Karikó Inducted Into 2024 Class of Distinguished Daughters of Pennsylvania

    Katalin Karikó, a Nobel Prize laureate, Penn professor, and renowned mRNA researcher from Abington, has been inducted into the 2024 Class of Distinguished Daughters of Pennsylvania, writes Gabriel Steinberg for The Daily Pennsylvanian. Gov. Josh Shapiro honored Karikó and the other inductees of the year at a special ceremony that took place at the Governor’s…