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Upper Gwynedd K9s In Training + Montco Murder Defendant Speaks: Top Stories

Here are five stories that you will not want to miss today in Montgomery County.

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Pictured is Gunner, a new K9 who will soon be patrolling the streets of Upper Gwynedd with his handler, Officer Matt Toro.
Pictured is Gunner, a new K9 who will soon be patrolling the streets of Upper Gwynedd with his handler, Officer Matt Toro. (Photo Courtesy of the Upper Gwynedd Police Department )

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PA — The following are five stories from across Montgomery County that you will definitely want to check out:

1. Upper Gwynedd K9 Officer Speaks With Patch About Training: The Upper Gwynedd Police Department has formed a new K9 unit, and two dogs will be on the street when training is finished in November.

2. Gilbert Newton, III, Takes The Stand During His First-Degree Murder Trial: The ex-boyfriend of Morgan McCaffery stands accused of fatally stabbing the 18-year-old. He is currently on trial in Norristown.

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3. Public Hearing Addressing Legislation On Closing Hazardous Waste Loophole: State Sen. Katie Muth of Montgomery County is hosting a hearing this week to speak about proposed legislation to close a hazardous waste loophole in Pennsylvania.

4. Electoral Redistricting Workshop Held By Sen. Art Haywood: The senator, who represents parts of eastern Montgomery County, will host a workshop to discuss the legislative redistricting plan in Pennsylvania.

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5. Gov. Wolf Comes To Montgomery County: Gov. Tom Wolf was scheduled to make a stop in Norristown on Wednesday to tout COVID-19 vaccination clinics.

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