Jon Campisi is a seasoned journalist who has written for weekly and daily newspapers, as well as online media outlets.
He recently returned to Patch, and journalism in general, after having spent some time working in both the communications sphere and the legal world.
From 2010 to 2011, Jon worked as the first-ever editor of the then-newly-launched Chestnut Hill Patch, before moving over to edit the Roxborough Patch, covering an area of Northwest Philly that he had previously covered for another community news publication.
Jon, a Philadelphia native, is passionate about hyperlocal news, and prides himself on covering news and events that are important to those who live and work in southeastern Pennsylvania.
Interesting things of note: in addition to his passion for journalism, Jon also has a keen interest in the legal world, and possesses his paralegal certificate. He worked for a number of years as a legal news reporter, and also spent some time in a law firm setting working as a paralegal. He is fascinated by court proceedings, lawyer sparring and the lawmaking process in general.
Jon also loves dogs, and is a nature enthusiast who tries to spend as much time outdoors as possible.
You can contact Jon by emailing him at: jon.campisi@patch.com
Brittany Lauderback, 33, a teacher's aide at Colonial Elementary School, passed away this past weekend from COVID-19. Schools closed Monday.
Anthony Nero, of Eagleville, faces charges of threatening communications and cyberstalking. A federal plea hearing is Wednesday.
The Montgomery County commissioner and U.S. Senate candidate, who is vaccinated, says she is only experiencing mild symptoms.
Upper Merion Detectives Andy Rathfon and Brendan Dougherty were profiled for their work in helping to catch antique gun thief Thomas Gavin.
A GoFundMe was set up for a Lansdale family who lost their home in a devastating fire just before Christmas. Nearly $50,000 has been raised.
The park is planned on a 105-acre parcel that was formerly the site of the Twining Valley Golf Club. Amenities will include a dog park.
The pedestrian, who is 61 years old, was reportedly sent to the hospital in critical condition and needed surgery following the incident.
The district cancelled classes Monday out of respect for the employee who passed away this weekend due to complications from COVID-19.
Alimah Kasumu, 20, a Jenkintown native, won a $10,000 Be More Fund grant through the National Society of High School Scholars.
Michael Lessar, long employed in the fire services field, leaves behind a wife and son. He passed away this week from COVID-19.
Police officer applications will be accepted for a number of law enforcement agencies countywide beginning on Jan 3. Testing follows.
The basketball courts at Crestmont Park were in disrepair and in need of severe upgrades. The township has posted before and after pics.
There were no reported injuries to either firefighters or the occupants of the other vehicle. The Limerick truck was heading to Pottstown.
The officers escorted the truck through eastern Montco to the entrance of the Pennsylvania Turnpike at the Willow Grove interchange.
Firefighter and paramedic Michael Lessar died Monday due to complications from COVID-19. He joined the department in 2018.
The program, for kids in kindergarten through fifth grade, is being held virtually. Registration is now open for the Jan. 10 session.
The initial report that came in stated a vehicle was actually in the creek, but arriving fire officials found the vehicle along the banks.
The $83,550 state grant through the Automated Red Light Enforcement program will enable Hatboro to upgrade a pedestrian intersection.
AQUA Pennsylvania will be replacing a water main along Jenkintown Road in Abington Township beginning Jan. 3. Work to last five months.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro, who lives in Abington and is running for governor, recently met with Patch for an interview.
