Former Patch Staff
Rob Chakler graduated from Penn State University in 2006 with a degree in Journalism. He's also a Lower Moreland High School graduate (2002) and is excited about coming back to the township as its Patch editor. He grew up in the area since the age of 5, and was a staple on the school basketball teams since 7th grade, where the team finished with a winning record once in those six years.
After graduating from college, Rob served as a copy editor and staff writer for the The Trentonian for the last four years. He was primarily a sports writer, but also wrote on a variety of subjects while in Trenton.
Growing up he enjoyed his summers at Camp Kweebec, an overnight camp he attended for 11 years, part as a camper and part as a counselor.
When he's not out and about in Lower Moreland covering stories, Rob enjoys playing sports, going to the driving range, relaxing and watching a Seinfeld episode he's seen 20 times already, eating small meals, and playing video games during his downtime.
Follow him on Twitter: @LMorelandPatch
Check out the Lower Moreland Welcome Video here
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Lower Moreland is a very small-knit town and its three schools (Pine Road, Murray Avenue, LMHS) are major driving points for news in the area. The class sizes are small and everyone tends to know who everyone else is and there are many concerned parents whenever they hear of an issue about their kids. There are also a lot of new development groups wanting to build houses and commerce in the surrounding areas.
Jill Blumhardt was recently selected to speak with other panel members about the joys and challenges of being a woman in the work field.
St. David's Choir will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 29.
The business on Easton Road will hold an Open Houses where it will give away prizes and free gifts in May.
EASTERN will institute an Office Management program that will teach students the necessary skills for today's business environment.
Joshua Kozak will fulfill the duties of a Spanish teacher for the remainder of the school year.
The Upper Moreland Police Pension Board will be made up of five voting members.
National music program NAMM selected Lower Moreland as 'A Best Community for Music Education.'
Upper Moreland Parks and Rec committee has announced registration will start on Monday, April 8 at the Township Building.
The Gold Star Award is received by less than six percent of all Girl Scouts.
The School District was represented by three local students at the National Indoor Field Hockey Tournament.
As part of EASTERN’s Cosmetology program, some students are hosting clinics in an effort for a fundraiser.
The Community Events Board is looking to expand the number of events it hosts in the township.
Here are some traditional foods that are served at a Passover Seder.
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Here are some traditional foods that are served at a Passover Seder.
A handful of local businesses were paid a visit by the Montgomery County Health Department this past month.
A handful of local business in Lower Moreland were inspected by the Montgomery County Department of Health.
A handful of homes were sold in the Willow Grove area over the last couple of months.
While examining the budget, Upper Moreland officials say they are looking into allowing students to bring their own computers and cell phones to school.
Local residents can expect to see around a 4-percent increase to their taxes as the Lower Moreland School Board configures its budget.
Need a job? These local companies are currently looking to fill positions in their offices.
