Posted on: December 29, 2021
SCHWENKSVILLE, PA – On Saturday, January 22, visitors are invited to Pennypacker Mills to meet resident cooks who will share their knowledge of cooking on a cast iron stove fueled by wood. During the early 20th century, cooks had to periodically add fuel ...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: December 27, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County's
Norristown Farm Park has announced upcoming educational and family-friendly events scheduled for January.
Create a Snow Globe
Saturday, January 8, 11 a.m.
One of the best parts of the winter season is the snow! C...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: November 24, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County's Norristown Farm Park has announced upcoming educational and family-friendly events scheduled for December.
Owl Prowl- Adult OnlySaturday, December 4, 4:30 p.m. Limited SpaceLooking for an awesome date...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: November 23, 2021
SCHWENKSVILLE, PA – Visitors are invited to
Pennypacker Mills to on December 11 to experience the beauty of an early 20th century Christmas. The Bells of Praise bell choir will serenade visitors as they approach the Pennypacker mansion porch. Ins...
Posted on: November 10, 2021
POTTSTOWN, PA – Explore the history of the holidays at
Pottsgrove Manor on Sunday, December 12 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The 18th Century Holiday Frost Fair is a new program that invites the public to immerse themselves in an 18th century ...
Posted on: November 10, 2021
SCHWENKSVILLE, PA – The public is invited to schedule a visit to
Pennypacker Mills to celebrate the best in vintage Christmas décor and history. Holiday tours will run Tuesday, November 23 through Sunday, January 9, 2022.
Recalling a tim...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: November 9, 2021
GREEN LANE, PA –
Green Lane Park announced today its upcoming events in November and December. The public is encouraged to register to attend these upcoming family-friendly events.
Waterfowl Watch
Saturday, November 27, 1 p.m.
Saturday, De...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: November 5, 2021
LANSDALE, PA – The Peter Wentz Farmstead has released details on two exciting upcoming fall events at its historic site in Worcester Township.
Preserving the Harvest
Saturday, November 13, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., $2 suggested donation
Join the Peter Wentz Farmste...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: October 28, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County's
Norristown Farm Park has announced upcoming educational and family-friendly events slated for November.
Morning Bird Walk
Tuesday, November 9, 8:30 a.m.
Get outdoors and join park staff for our regular Tuesday bi...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: October 14, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – The county commissioner chairs of Montgomery and Bucks counties have lent their voices in support of the Attorney General’s legal challenge to a state senate committee subpoena seeking reams of private voter information.
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: October 8, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) today announced the opening of Mobile Disaster Recovery Centers (MDRCs), temporary facilities where Hurricane Ida survivors can access resources from FEMA, the...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: October 2, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – On Friday evening, Montgomery County Election Officials were notified that approximately 16,000 General Election Mail-In Ballots were printed incorrectly by its ballot vendor, NPC, and mailed to residents. These ballots are easi...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: September 30, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County's
Norristown Farm Park has announced upcoming educational and family-friendly events slated for October.
Morning Bird Walk
Tuesday, October 5, 8:30 a.m.
Get outdoors and join park staff for our regular Tu...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: September 17, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) today announced the opening of a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) that will provide information, assistance, and help for Montgomery County residents and busines...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: September 15, 2021
The events, in partnership with the Greater Norristown Branch of the NAACP, the YWCA, the Mo...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: September 9, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – As the Delta variant of the coronavirus continues to spread, and with the most recent federal eviction moratorium rejected by the U.S. Supreme Court, Montgomery County is taking important steps to protect renters that have been ...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: September 7, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – This week, Montgomery County will operate a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) for residents affected by Hurricane Ida. The MARC will be open on Wednesday, September 8 from 12 noon to 7 p.m. and on Thu...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: September 7, 2021
SCHWENKSVILLE, PA – Montgomery County residents and visitors are invited to experience two Halloween-themed events at
Pennypacker Mills this fall.
Montgomery County recommends that masks be worn outdoors by all individuals at County parks and his...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: September 4, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County officials have released updated information on the County’s response to the remnants of Hurricane Ida, including the location of its Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) launching next week. Residents ...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: September 3, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County officials have released updated information on the County’s response to the remnants of Hurricane Ida. Residents can opt-in to receive updates by texting MontcoIda to 888-777.
The death toll from the storm remain...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: September 2, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County officials have released updated information on the County’s response to the remnants of Hurricane Ida. Even though the storm has moved out of the area, many sections of the County are still underwater or severely damaged...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: September 2, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County officials announced all Courts, facilities, and government offices will be closed Thursday, September 2, 2021 due to ongoing cleanup efforts related to damage and flooding caused by the remnants of Hurricane Ida.
Because ...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: September 1, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – The Montgomery County Office of Public Health (OPH) has announced the mosquito adulticiding (spraying) planned for tonight has been rescheduled to Thursday, September 2, 2021 due to weather.
The spraying will be done where sampling has sho...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: September 1, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – The
Montgomery County Commissioners today announced the appointment of Christina N. Miller as Administrator for the Montgomery County Office of Public Health after an extensive hiring search. Ms. Miller will lead a staff of 139 e...
Posted on: August 31, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA –
Green Lane Park announced upcoming outdoor events slated for fall. The public is encouraged to register to attend these upcoming family-friendly events.
Tree ID Made Easy
Saturday, September 18, 10 a.m.
On this guided walk...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: August 30, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Public Health (OPH), after consulting with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) and Abington Township officials, will be adulticiding (spr...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: August 25, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Public Health (OPH), after consulting with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) and Abington Township officials, will be adultic...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: August 23, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Public Health (OPH), after consulting with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) and Abington Township officials, will be adultic...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: August 20, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Public Health (OPH), after consulting with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP) and Norristown Municipality officials, will be adulticidin...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: August 18, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – The Montgomery County Overdose Task Force Working Group will host a free NARCAN® drive-through distribution event in recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day, on August 31. The event will be held from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at ...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: August 10, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – According to
recent vaccination data from the Pennsylvania Department of Health, approximately 63% of Montgomery County residents have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccination – but that number decreases significant...
Posted on: July 28, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – The
Montgomery County Commissioners today cut the ribbon on the One Montgomery Plaza in Norristown to mark the completion of the exterior reskin project. Norristown’s tallest building now boasts a modern façade, updated safety an...
Posted on: July 27, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA –
Green Lane Park announced today three upcoming outdoor events in August. The public is encouraged to register to attend these upcoming family-friendly events.
Save the Bees, Please!
Saturday, August 7 at 10 a.m.
Join us for a specia...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: July 26, 2021
EAGLEVILLE, PA – Today, the Montgomery County Department of Public Safety published and released its 2020 Annual Report. The document is intended to provide partner agencies and community members with the opportunity to learn about the Department’s work a...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: July 21, 2021
CONSHOHOCKEN, PA – Forty-five (45) volunteer firefighters from Montgomery County Fire Academy Class 2101 celebrated the completion of the Pennsylvania Entry Level Firefighter Training program with a virtual graduation ceremony on the evening of ...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: June 30, 2021
Eagleville, PA (June 30, 2021) – Effective Monday, June 14, 2021, the Montgomery County Commissioners appointed Michael O. Vest as the Director of the Department of Public Safety. Director Vest has been serving as Interim Director since January 6, 2021, f...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: June 15, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – The Montgomery County Commissioners, joined by the Honorable President Judge Thomas Del Ricci and Norristown Municipal Council President Derrick Perry, broke ground today on the Montgomery County Justice Center, a landmark projec...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: June 11, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County was awarded the 2020 Geographic Information System (GIS) in Excellence Award for the County's
COVID-19 Hub and dashboards. The hub provided the region with an up-to-the-moment integration of GIS map and health data about...
Posted on: June 8, 2021
GREEN LANE, PA –
Green Lane Park announced today two upcoming outdoor events in June. The public is encouraged to register to attend these upcoming family-friendly events.
Lightning in a Jar - Fireflies
Friday June 25th at 8:30 p.m.
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: June 1, 2021
POTTSTOWN, PA – Join
Pottsgrove Manor for summer programs that highlight the history of the 18th century and the community in Pottstown, marking 260 years since John Potts first advertised about his new town. Community of Pottstown Virt...
Posted on: May 3, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County, Pennsylvania municipal police departments and the Pennsylvania State Police will partner with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation's (PennDOT) "Click it or Ticket" and national seat...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: April 23, 2021
"The Office of the Public Defender continues to stand with the Black and BIPOC community, in Montgomery County, throughout the Commonwealth, and across this nation.
"The groundbreaking U.S. Supreme Court decision in Gideon vs. Wainright...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: April 23, 2021
GREEN LANE, PA –
Green Lane Park announced today two upcoming outdoor events in May. The public is encouraged to register to attend these upcoming family-friendly events.
Earlybird Walk
Saturday May 15, 2021 at 8 a.m.
Join us in ...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: April 16, 2021
GREEN LANE, PA – Green Lane Park announced today the lineup for its 2021 Summer Concert Series sponsored by PECO, and invites visitors of all ages to save the date for these live, open air performances. Four concerts will be held on Sunday eveni...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: March 26, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County’s Roads and Bridges Department today released the upcoming inspection schedule for county-owned and maintained bridges. County crews will be conducting pre-inspection bridge work throughout the next y...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: April 5, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – The Montgomery County Office of Public Health announced today that pre-registration for the COVID-19 vaccine is now available for people who qualify for Phase 1B.
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: April 2, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County sponsored household hazardous waste collection events will begin on April 24, 2021. The events are by appointment only and pre-registration is required. COVID-19 CDC guidelines must be followe...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: March 25, 2021
GREEN LANE, PA – Green Lane Park announced today two upcoming outdoor events for the spring season. The public is encouraged to register to attend these upcoming family-friendly walks.
“Spring Beauties – the Wildflowers” Walk
Saturday, A...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: March 18, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – After meeting with the Pennsylvania Department of Health (PA DoH) regarding plans to open a regional PEMA site to distribute the Johnson and Johnson vaccine, elected officials from the four-county region issued the following stat...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: March 17, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Pottstown Borough Authority today issued a Boil Water Advisory for the borough’s low pressure zone indicated in
on the affected map.
A 20” main break in the vicinity of Manataway Street and E. High St...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: March 8, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – County commissioners, county council members, and state legislators representing Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery Counties met for an hour on Sunday, March 7 with Pennsylvania Acting Secretary of Health Alison Beam and other Wolf A...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: February 18, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County officials announced all Courts, facilities, and government offices will be closed Thursday, February 18, 2021 due to inclement weather.
Because the Courthouse is closed, all in-person scheduled events will be re...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: February 1, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County officials announced all Courts, facilities, and government offices will be operate on a two-hour delay on Tuesday, February 2, 2021 due to inclement weather.
All in-person matters at the Courts will be pushed back two hou...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: January 31, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County officials announced all Courts, facilities, and government offices will be closed Monday, February 1, 2021 due to inclement weather.
Because the Courthouse is closed, all in-person scheduled events will be rescheduled for...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: January 29, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County’s Black History Month Committee invites the community to attend a four-week long virtual series of panel discussions for Black History Month. This year’s program will focus on the n...
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2021 Press Releases
Posted on: January 27, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – During their virtual COVID-19 briefing today, the
Montgomery County Commissioners reiterated that COVID-19 vaccines are in extremely limited quantity and residents are urged to have patience as the vaccine rollout continues.&...
Posted on: January 19, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County officials and the
Office of Public Health (OPH) today reported COVID-19 test results and deaths from January 13 to 19, 2021. Over the past week, 2,233 additional people tested positive for coronavirus, and 19 people died...
Posted on: January 12, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County officials and the
Office of Public Health (OPH) today reported COVID-19 test results and deaths from January 6 to 12, 2021. Over the past week, 2,725 additional people tested positive for coronavirus, and 52 peo...
Posted on: January 5, 2021
NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County officials and the
Office of Public Health (OPH) today reported COVID-19 test results and deaths from December 30 to January 5, 2021. Over the past week, 2,489 additional people tested positive for coronavirus, a...