Middle School Passes, School Bus Cameras Coming: Eastern Montco News

EASTERN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PA — A special ballot question to build a new middle school in Abington Township was approved by voters. Meanwhile, a $118 million school improvement study was unveiled.

This is a summary of news over the past week in eastern Montgomery County:

Abington Middle School Referendum Passes: Unofficial Primary Results

Voters in Abington Township and Rockledge Borough narrowly approved a special ballot question during Tuesday's primary election to build a new middle school. (Read More)

Study Details Hatboro-Horsham School Improvements

A study unveiled at Monday night's meeting states that costs to upgrade Hatboro-Horsham schools would cost at least $118 million over 10 years. The facilities study detailed how the district could maintain schools and provide a long-term capital improvement plan over 10 years. (Read More)

School Bus Cameras Launching In Hatboro-Horsham

School bus cameras will be coming to Hatboro and Horsham Township on June 1. While the school year will be coming to a close soon, the Hatboro-Horsham School District said it's partnering with BusPatrol and local law enforcement to launch the new school bus safety program. (Read More)

ADA Playground Plan Progressing In Hatboro

After four years, plans for the borough's ADA playground project are progressing. The playground was approved for funding through a federal grant of $460,000 received through U.S. Rep. Madeleine Dean. The project began in 2021 with funding included in the 2022 federal budget. (Read More)

Horsham's K9 Was Recognized For Resolving A Murder

He stretched his paw out as a thank you to Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele. K9 Mac and his handler, Horsham Township Detective Kimberly Ngo were recently awarded the Montgomery County District Attorney's Commendation for Exceptional Service. (Read More)