SPS Fire, Gunpoint Suspect Charged: Eastern Montco News

EASTERN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PA —Abington Township's police chief said it was a "miracle" that there were no mass casualties in the SPS Technologies fire last week.

Meanwhile, a new Hatboro-Horsham middle school is progressing toward its targeted Sept. 2 opening.

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

'Miracle' That Abington Fire Wasn't 'Mass Casualty Event:' Police Chief

"Mass casualties" were avoided in the SPS Technologies fire on Monday night only because explosive chemicals were stored in other buildings and not the one where the blaze took place, Abington Township's police chief said at a recent press conference. (Read More)

New Keith Valley Middle School On Target To Open

The new Keith Valley Middle School is expected to be ready to welcome students on Sept. 2. The Hatboro-Horsham School Board received an update at its committee meeting earlier this month on the construction of the new Keith Valley Middle School. (Read More)

2nd Suspect Charged In Abington Gunpoint Home Invasion

An 18-year-old Philadelphia man is in custody and charged with multiple crimes in which he held a mother and her son at gunpoint during a home invasion in December, police said. (Read More)

SPS Technologies Issues 1st Statement On Abington Twp. Fire

SPS Technologies —a business staple for over 120 years —has issued its first statement since its Highland Avenue building exploded on Monday night, causing a massive fire that continues smoldering more than two days later. (Read More)

Single-Use Plastic Bag Bans Not Considered In Hatboro-Horsham

If you go to several nearby communities to shop at grocery or convenience stores, it's best to bring a bag. Single-use plastic bags are prohibited in several Montgomery towns. But don't expect bans in Hatboro or Horsham Township any time soon. (Read More)