Bakery Social Media Attacks, SEPTA Bridge Project: Eastern Montco News

EASTERN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PA — A SEPTA bridge project in Abington Township will last for over a month. Meanwhile, a popular bakery responded to social media attacks about its cakes of President Trump and Pride cookies.

This is a summary of stories that made news last week in eastern Montgomery County:

Lochel's Bakery Responds To Attacks About Trump

Lochel's Bakery responded to social media attacks regarding its baked goods featuring LGBTQ+ and President Donald Trump. Lochel's Bakery said social media posts criticized them. (Read More)

SEPTA Bridge Project In Abington To Take 6 Weeks: PD

SEPTA will begin structural repairs on its rail bridge over Easton Road that begins on Monday and is expected to last for six weeks, officials said. SEPTA’s third-party contractor will make repairs to SEPTA’s bridge over Easton Road, the Abington Township Police Department said. (Read More)

Ross & Co. Closes Restaurant In Hatboro

When Bob Ross appeared before the Hatboro Borough Council last November, he practically begged for help, joining other business owners who hoped the government could provide support as they struggled to find their feet. But Ross pulled the plug on Ross & Co. (Read More)

Excessive Overdraft Fees Bill By Montco Lawmaker Passes House

A bill by State Rep. Ben Sanchez that would protect working families and seniors from excessive overdraft and non-sufficient fund fees has passed the PA House. The Pennsylvania House of Representatives recently passed the legislation sponsored by Sanchez, D-Montgomery. The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration. (Read More)

Hometown Hero Banners Back In Hatboro

The banners were there. The Hometown Hero Banners that were not hung during the Memorial Day weekend are ready for everyone to see and celebrate America's birth on Friday. "The banners are up. It all worked out," said Mayor Tim Schultz, who heads the Hatboro Chamber of Commerce. (Read More)