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Small Crowd Protests Obama Visit to MontCo
Holding signs that read "Hey middle class, they are coming for your $ next," and "Taxing the rich hurts everyone," a group of about three dozen people protested President Barack Obama's visit to...
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It's OK to Use Credit Cards for Holiday Shopping
American consumers use credit cards more during the month of December than in any other calendar month. The Federal Reserve reported that last December shoppers spent over $851 billion on their credit...
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It's Painful Being Philly Fans These Days
The pain just won't go away. We Philadelphia sports fans are suffering with no hope for happiness as we head into the holiday season. The Philadelphia Eagles, once a regular playoff contender, have...
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Corbett: Fed Hasn’t Provided ‘Rules’ for Health Care Law
By Melissa Daniels | PA Independent HARRISBURG — Gov. Tom Corbett said the federal government has dragged its feet providing information to the states about the Patient Protection and Affordable Care...
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Heidi Klum to Aid Hurricane Sandy Victims on Sunday, Dec. 2
Supermodel Heidi Klum is lending her efforts to affected victims and families of Superstorm Sandy by distributing supplies, food, and water in the afternoon on Sunday, Dec. 2 at the American Red Cross...
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Suburban Meth Ring Busted; Santa Arrives and More
Just in case you missed a day at Patch, which can happen but shouldn't (sign up for our free newsletters), here's a look at the top headlines around our area this week: Bux-Mont Holiday Guide From the...
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Food, Wine Served Up at Taste of Willow Grove Today
The annual festive tribute to the area's culinary delights unfolds at the Taste of Willow Grove on December 2, 2012. In addition, Blue Mountain Winery will provide wine tasting and a student from...
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State Roundup: Corbett, Lawmakers Prep for Next Year
By PA Independent Staff HARRISBURG — The Pennsylvania State Capitol is officially decked out for the holidays, with Christmas trees and holiday wreaths adorning the building inside of out. But the...
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Philadelphia Eagles Losing Streak Hits Eight Games
A win looked possible. And then, late in the fourth quarter Sunday night, the wings fell off the Philadelphia Eagles once again. Rookies Nick Foles and Bryce Brown put up impressive numbers, but Brown...
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Murt Honored for his Leadership in the General Assembly
The Pennsylvania Budget and Policy Center honored State Rep. Thomas Murt (R) last week for his work on the Marcellus impact fee and human service issues with its legislator of the year award. Murt, who...
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Board of Commissioners Meet to Adopt 2013 Budget
The following is the agenda for the Board of Commissioners' meeting tonight starting at 7 p.m. In addition to its regular monthly meeting, the 2013 township budget will be discussed. Regular Meeting...
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Mild and Quiet Start to December
December's first week will feature generally mild weather. The cold trough that dominated much of November, bringing us our first month of below-average temperatures since last August, has been...
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Willow Grove Resident Honored at University of Delaware
Top students in the University of Delaware Honors Program were recognized in a special ceremony, held Sunday, Nov. 4, at the Trabant University Center. Among those distinguished students was Erin...
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RECALL: Two Veggie Patch Products
Veggie Patch has announced the recall of two products for possible Listeria Monocytogenes contamination: The Ultimate Meatless Burger and Falafel. The Ultimate Meatless Burger was sold in Pennsylvania,...
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Corbett on No-Tax Pledge — I Keep my Promises
By Eric Boehm | PA Independent HARRISBURG — Gov. Tom Corbett plans to stand by his pledge not to increase taxes in Pennsylvania, even as he and national Republicans look for minor loopholes to get...
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Regional Roundup: Local Beer Store Settles in Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Local Beer Store Settles in Wrongful Death Lawsuit: A local beer store settled with the family of a University of Pennsylvania student who fell to his death at a fraternity party in 2011. Read the full...
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Montgomery County Offering Free Flu Shots
Seasonal influenza immunization is an important aspect of preventive medicine, appropriate for people 6 months of age and older. Despite the availability of safe and effective influenza vaccines, cases...
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Corbett Considers Removal of Oil Tax Cap
By Melissa Daniels | PA Independent HARRISBURG — Uncapping an oil tax on the wholesale price of gasoline isn’t out of the question as Pennsylvania plans to fund a major transportation overhaul, Gov....
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Police: Radnor Girl Missing
State Police has issued a Missing Endangered Persons Advisory on behalf of the Radnor Township Police Department. From Radnor Police: The Radnor Township Police Department is requesting the public's...
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