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.
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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.
Lower Moreland High School and Murray Avenue students will travel to Penn State University on May 13-15 after placing in the PJAS Science Competition.
The folllowing incidents were reported by the Lower Moreland Police Department.
Currently there are new handicap accessible sidewalks and street crossings are being installed.
The LM School Board will meet for its monthly work session Tuesday, May 1.
Newly admitted members to the Bar, winners of the Montgomery County High School Mock Trial Competitions, recipients of Public Service Awards and others will be honored.
Commissioner Lloyd Ayers, along with the Fire Dept., will be honored at the 41st anniversary RSVP Luncheon on May 24.
Where is the best place to celebrate the holiday?
For the fifth consecutive year, Montgomery County Community College has been recognized with the highest federal honor a college or university can receive for its civic engagement.
Check out the following open houses in the area this weekend.
This will allow businesses to take 10 percent credit on new payroll for a period of one year.
And a former Popeye's manager was sentenced for groping teen employees.
Grab some pancakes, check out a flea market or bring your dog to Warminster Community Park.
The Pittsburgh Business Times released its statewide rankings based on PSSA scores. LM came in at number 8.
The township will host its 4th annual tree planting event this weekend. This year it will take place at the lower entrance to the HV Library.
The representative for PA's 13th congressional district was named “Legislator of the Year” by BIO and “Champion of Healthcare Innovation” by Healthcare Leadership Council.
The following incidents were reported by the Lower Moreland Police Department.
By early afternoon, there wasn't much action at the local polls.
Huntingdon Valley's Ben Odhner, who performed at Glencairn Museum as a teen, returns April 29 as an accomplished college grad studying with top instructor.
Hopkins Ford will donate $20 for every car that is test driven by local residents on Saturday, May 5.
Get rid of your unwanted TVs in a way that's safe for Montgomery County.
