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.
Posaune Decouple, a group of 10 renowned trombonists from all over the world, will gather in Bryn Athyn on Sunday, Sept. 25 for an exclusive concert.
With the new concession stand opening last year, volunteers are needed for the new Huntingdon Valley Athletic Association soccer leagues at Lower Moreland Park in Albidale this year.
Each student at LMHS has created a series of medallions that will be hung outside the ceramics room as part of a Sept. 11 tribute. The memorial will be on display starting Wednesday.
Mindy Gottenberg and Cindy Roseman are the co-chairs of the Alisha C. Levin Memorial Fund, which will host the Run To Remember on Saturday, Sept. 10 at Alverthorpe Park.
Bryn Athyn Cathedral will hold a Sept. 11 picnic at 6.m. for local residents, police and fire companies in the area. There will also be a service at the New Church, which will be posted live on the internet.
The following incidents were reported by the Lower Moreland Police Department.
The Lower Moreland football team partnered with Hopkins Ford back in May. A check was presented to the team at a picnic last night.
The Lower Moreland School District had its first day of classes today. Check out the key dates in September for the High School, Murray Avenue and Pine Road.
On Friday, Sept. 9, the Montgomery County Court House will hold a special ceremony to remember the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001.
The Lower Moreland township office will be closed for the holiday and the Historical Architectural Review Board meeting will take place next Monday, Sept. 12. at 7 p.m.
Yes to the Dress, located in the Valley Courtyard, held a special event that gave away free wedding gowns to military brides-to-be to make their big day even more special.
Shire and non-profit Cradles to Crayons host fourth-annual regional donation drive to help thousands of needy children in Montgomery County and across Southeastern Pennsylvania
The Planning Commission approved the plan to allow the convenience store with fueling stations, but there are still some details that need to be hammered out before construction takes place.
Residents reminded to call toll-free terrorism tip line.
The county's health department recommends that residents avoid recreational contact with flood waters due to the unknown amount of raw sewage and waste chemicals that may be present.
HV's Michael Choi and others were found guilty of conspiring to violate federal immigration laws.
Montgomery County Health Department (MCHD) recommends that all residents of Montgomery County avoid recreational contact with flood waters due to the unknown amount of raw sewage and waste chemicals that may be present.
The Planning Commission will meet in the Municipal Building Wednesday, Aug. 31, at 7:30 p.m. to go over a finalized plan for the new convenient store.
Hurricane Irene ripped through Montgomery and Bucks County on Saturday. Take a look at the damage it did throughout the township.
The following information was posted on www.lowermoreland.org.
