Please Support Continuous Local Covid-19 Coverage on Glenside Local Hatboro Borough officials announced this week that demolition work for the forthcoming apartments at 21-37 N York Road in Hatboro (the former Canalley Property) has begun The developer (JERC Partners LXIX LLC) has begun demolishing the old TNT Diner building located at 37 N York Road with the demolition of the remaining buildings located at 21-23 N York Road to follow The developer hopes to begin the remainder of the demolition work this week From the borough’s announcement: The developer will be delivering notices to homes and businesses within a one block radius of the properties Residents and business owners in the area can expect to see an increase in truck traffic taking place while demolition work takes place the contractor will begin site work to prepare the site for the future Apartment building This development was placed through a thorough review by the Borough’s Planning Commission who ultimately issued a recommendation on the Preliminary/Final Land Development at their March 12 This project also underwent a Conditional Use Hearing Process through Borough Council which took place on Monday 2024 after favorable recommendations from the Planning Commission on the same The development will include a three-story complex with 102 residential units and 4,732 sf of retail/commercial space Site work is expected to last approximately six months Copies of renderings for the project can be found below: Throughout the Conditional Use and Land Development process and residents worked with the developer to come up with an approved design (above) that best reflected the charm of downtown Hatboro Copies of meeting minutes for this project and corresponding discussions can be found through the search function of this website.The Borough will continue to provide updates to residents and business owners as this project progresses If you have any questions or concerns regarding this project please contact Borough Hall at 215-443-9100 The site’s previous commercial and residential occupants over the years have included an automotive shop and a diner.  “Most moved out over the last two years as they developer sought their approvals,” borough manager Diane Hegele told Glenside Local last week In related news, construction of Milliner Lofts a 36-unit apartment complex at 24-28 S York Road in Hatboro For all the latest news, follow us on Facebook or sign up for Glenside Local’s “Daily Buzz” newsletter here (Ed. Note: This story is part of CoBL’s “Prepping for Preps” series, which will take a look at many of the top high school programs in the region as part of our 2024-25 season preview coverage. The complete list of schools previewed thus far can be found here.) Ryan Smith and Shane Phillips admitted to not knowing much about their new coach when the hire was announced Senior guard Ryan Smith (above) and Hatboro-Horsham are optimistic about their new direction reason to be excited about what the future of Hatboro-Horsham basketball could look like challenging for the Hatters but it didn’t take Bill Coleman long to realize there were some real pieces there It’s a new start for Hatboro-Horsham and the Hatters aren’t just excited really basketball program here,” Phillips said create a whole new culture with Coach Coleman coming in and prove the SOL wrong.” Hatboro-Horsham finished 4-18 overall and 2-16 in the SOL Liberty Senior Sean McCue said the Hatters went into most games expecting to lose but it was made clear early on that wouldn’t be acceptable going forward who was the head coach at Pennsbury for 12 years before stepping down in the summer of 2022 spent the 2022-23 season as an assistant at Gwynedd Mercy Academy then last season as an assistant with West Chester’s men’s program It’s only been a few months back in a head coaching role but Coleman said he’s felt re-energized with this new group He wasn’t so much interested in what Hatboro-Horsham had done Bill Coleman (above) spent 12 years as Pennsbury's head coach just open to learning to play our way of basketball,” Coleman said work on their skills and build them up from there The improvement we’ve seen from May to now has been really good.” Coleman used the majority of the summer and fall to keep his new team in the gym and working He’s also bringing in some of his former assistant coaches from the Pennsbury days so they wanted to get an idea of who did what well areas they needed to focus on and what some of the group’s strengths figured to be It was an approach that was taken well by the players.  “We started out just doing a lot more skill work than we did last year and that’s going to make us a lot better,” Smith said “I really think we’re going to be much more prepared for the season.” Hatboro-Horsham will be a guard-heavy team this season with the 6-foot-5 McCue their main interior presence so playing with effort and intensity will be paramount Smith started things off diving on the floor at midcourt to save a ball and found Phillips going in for a layup it’s safe to say the players feel the same way “For any coach to go into a team that went 4-18 and think we have a lot of potential it’s motivating for us,” McCue said we didn’t think we’d be any good this year and it would be like last year along with juniors Phillips and Kenny Lutz have taken the lead in terms of setting the tone in workouts and they’ll form the nucleus of the team this season figures to be a focal point offensively while Phillips’ ability to shoot the ball will play a much more prominent role than last year Junior wing Shane Phillilps (above) will be one of the Hatters' primary scoring options possesses a keen passing eye and will see plenty of time on the ball The players also pointed out junior Jayden Thompson as one of the standouts in their workouts the athletic 5-foot-10 guard showing potential as a defensive stopper “We have all these guys capable of playing different roles we’re just going to have to put it together,” Smith said “I think we’re in for a great season.” The coaches can see potential in the players and work to bring it out of them but the players have to be invested in doing the work and making the effort to bring out that potential “The commitment to workouts has been fantastic,” Coleman said That means there’s potential there and they want to get better.” The Suburban One League cut out divisional crossovers in all sports this athletic season so only the 10 games against SOL Liberty opponents will count for the league standings.The Hatters will have an opponent from the other three divisions based on the last two years’ standings plus their other non-league games which include Upper Merion Hatboro-Horsham’s main goal is upping its win total from last year but the Hatters haven’t been afraid to think bigger too They want to prove to teams like Upper Dublin Plymouth Whitemarsh and Abington that they aren’t a free win anymore and didn’t back away from eyeing up a spot in the postseason “Playoffs are the goal,” Phillips said get a home playoff game and win it.” AMBLER — After trying out for and not making the Hatboro-Horsham baseball teams as a freshman Tre Storti was determined the result would be different this spring When Storti learned from Hatters head coach Bill DeBoer and staff that he’d earned a coveted varsity jersey (No had inspired him and was prominently on his mind in the moment died of complications from pneumonia at the age of 12 on Dec “All I could think of was her,” Storti said “She was there when I started my journey but was not there to see (me achieve my goal) Her passing only gave me more motivation when it came to baseball “… (Olivia’s death) didn’t really feel real I never really had a big shock like that.” Storti tried out for the freshman team months after Olivia’s death “It was rough freshman year,” said senior outfielder Chris Yeager it’s harder and harder to comprehend and live life without her family — older brothers Denny and Walter and sister Taylor along with parents Dennis and Maureen — and his friends helped Storti through an extremely difficult time See the latest baseball team rankings: Our Bucks County area high school baseball team rankings, plus a coaching milestone fellow Hatters' senior Chris Herrera and others tried to be available to Storti when he needed them Storti thoroughly appreciated his buddies’ efforts “Friends were my biggest support group during that part of my life,” Storti said Storti accepted a spot as the JV baseball manager after not making the team as a sophomore and then became varsity manager one year later allowing him to practice and work on improving his baseball skills That all led up to “my last shot” as a senior He got his first chance to play in a March 28 non-league win over Cardinal O’Hara Storti struck out on a 3-2 pitch he thought was high and handled his only fielding chance in three innings at second base “So many thoughts and emotions were going through my head,” Storti said Storti was preparing to pinch hit at the start of the sixth inning of Wednesday’s 13-0 victory over Wissahickon only for the game to end after five innings due to the 10-run rule Watching MLB games on TV also helped him to become closer with dad Dennis “He appreciates a lot of things differently than most of the other guys,” DeBoer said (but) they simply didn't have the same experience — if they had they would probably understand better.”  “No matter where you were or how bad of a day you were having she always ended up making you laugh or smile without even trying,” Storti said “She always found it in her heart to push the negative away and embrace the positive And she affected all the people around her You don’t see that very much in people nowadays Tom Moore: tmoore@couriertimes.com; @TomMoorePhilly is a sports columnist for PhillyBurbs.com Support our journalism with a subscription 2025 at 1:00 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Hatboro-Horsham School District community is mourning the loss of a 16-year-old student PA — The Hatboro-Horsham School District is mourning the loss of one of its students A fundraiser was launched by Kari Fullmer on behalf of Lisa Gotchev for the Killen Family and the passing on Thursday of their 16-year-old son Ryan "The Hatboro-Horsham School District is deeply saddened by this loss," school officials said in a statement to Patch our priority is to support the family and our students Out of respect for the family's privacy during this painful period we will not provide additional comments at this time Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the family and all those affected." Fullmer is asking the Hatboro-Horsham community to support the family The GoFundMe page has raised over $9,000 of its $10,000 goal. "Ryan was a sweet boy who loved the outdoors and would often be found fishing "We are heartbroken for the Killen Family and hope to surround them with love and much-needed financial support during this unimaginable time." The school district said that counselors and clinical staff are available at all our schools and staff are encouraged to access the district's Employee Assistance Program Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. 2025 at 8:33 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Walkable Jenkintown said the borough should model some features that Hatboro has (Dino Ciliberti/Patch)EASTERN MONTGOMERY COUNTY officials operating boroughs hope residents will walk the streets Hatboro has brought back First Fridays to encourage such efforts Mayor Tim Schultz has heard the complaints from residents: the borough needs to modernize its York Road business district is too crowded and its businesses are littered with too many nail salons and tattoo parlours But Patch told him about what another nearby Montgomery County town said about Hatboro that made him proud Walkable Jenkintown —an organization that promotes making Jenkintown a Pedestrian-First Community — tipped its cap to Hatboro in a recent Facebook post "Went to Hatboro where I parked on York Road paid an actual quarter to park for one hour and walked safely along its busy and growing business district," Walkable Jenkintown said "We have always found that Jenkintown is like Hatboro." Schultz said the difference for both boroughs is York Road While York Road gets clogged with traffic coming from Warminster through Hatboro Jenkintown has traffic going from Abington to Philadelphia Jenkintown does feature more restaurants and the Hiway Theater Hatboro's downtown business district is limited to York Road The borough has also increased its walkability opportunities by amending an ordinance allowing apartment construction on a stretch of York Road Construction has started on two apartment projects in Hatboro Schultz said that the parking issue in Hatboro is a "misnomer," that there are plenty of spots available for shoppers downtown The mayor mentioned parking behind Produce Junction as a prime location Hatboro Borough Manager Diane Hegele told Patch that the Produce Junction lot is not for public parking but only for those stores in the immediate area The mayor also said that paying for parking is simple in the borough "How to pay for parking is a big deal," the mayor said "Putting a quarter in or a credit card is easy." "Even in the most successful traditional business districts you can't have enough parking," Walkable Jenkintown posted in an update Wednesday following the Patch post the leaders of these communities wisely understand that acres and acres of free parking is not a benefit but a burden upon the community You can either have a district designed for cars or for people and the one designed for people generate more value and help keep taxes lower." 2025 at 3:25 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Earth Day celebrations are planned in Hatboro on Saturday PA — While Earth Day is officially over a week away the borough will be celebrating holiday festivities on Saturday at the Pennypack Community Center a member of the borough's Environmental Advisory Committee said that Hatboro has a variety of activities for children and adults Those include a presentation on bees and honey by 4 Brothers Honey and a presentation on bats by PA Bat Conservation and Rehabilitation Those activities will be followed by two make-and-take projects for the first 30 interested participants —making your own bee and bug hotel and making your own seed bombs The PTMA will hold bike safety lessons and free bicycle helmet fittings for youth Many exhibitors will have resources for environmental protection and sustainability The Sierra Club and Community Advocates for Change will showcase local efforts to bring clean energy to state residents There will be several exhibits in the Pennypack gym 2025 at 7:08 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Hatboro-Horsham School District is challenging middle and high school students to skip social media for this week (Hatboro-Horsham School District)HATBORO / HORSHAM TOWNSHIP PA — Numerous national reports always state that children spend too much time on social media The Hatboro-Horsham School District has offered students from Grades 6 to 12 a digital detox challenge students are asked to "Disconnect to Reconnect." The challenge asks students in Keith Valley Middle School and Hatboro-Horsham High School to take a week-long social media break for the chance to win prizes "Challenge yourself to disconnect from social platforms and discover what you might be missing in the real world," school officials said The school district offered reasons for participation: "Take this opportunity to reset your relationship with technology and reconnect with what truly matters," school officials urge 2025 at 8:31 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Hatboro will hold its Eggstravaganza Easter celebration with festivities at the Pennypack Community Center on Saturday morning PA — This is eggs-actly the kind of event in the borough that brings the spring spirit Hatboro will hold its annual Eggstravaganza at the Pennypack Community Center on Spring Avenue on Saturday morning Registration for the Easter Egg Hunt closes at 9 a.m 2025 at 8:45 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Hatboro will hold a special Town Hall on May 13 to address on-street parking regulations throughout the borough (Dino Ciliberti/Patch)HATBORO PA — The borough has announced a special Town Hall next month to address on-street parking regulations With two apartment projects under construction on York Road residents have complained that there will be no parking in the downtown district Borough Council said it has received feedback from residents and staff regarding on-street parking issues on streets that are narrower than others throughout the borough Officials said those streets currently permit street parking on both sides of the road which often creates a very narrow lane for vehicular traffic Borough Council has received requests to examine and revisit on-street parking regulations on the following streets: Rorer Avenue Residents are invited to attend the Town Hall to discuss any on-street parking issues to allow Borough Council to gain feedback in determining possible parking amendments or the need for any traffic studies in certain areas 2025 at 10:18 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Hatboro Borough Police Department is seeking four suspects who are accused of stealing alcohol from the Wawa on South York Road on Feb PA —The Wawa super convenience store at the corner of South York Road and Horsham Road is a popular place The Hatboro Police Department is attempting to identify four male subjects concerning a retail theft that occurred at the Wawa at 412 S The retail thefts continue a recent string of crimes at the Wawa. Hatboro Police said the suspects arrived and entered the store together They exited the store with multiple cases of alcohol without paying Anyone who knows the identity of the suspects shown below should contact the Hatboro Police Department at 215-675-2832 or submit a tip via CrimeWatch 2025 at 3:04 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Land has been cleared for Hatboro's second apartment project to be developed on North York Road PA —First the old CVS property was demolished for a new apartment project The old diner was demolished this week as construction crews clear the way for the borough's second apartment complex planned under its mixed-used Town Center ordinance the former CVS property —once an eyesore for over a decade —is now a structure towering over the downtown business district as residents will fill apartment units with a retailer on the first floor on The Real Voices of Hatboro Facebook community page some wondered just what was going on at the old diner York Road calls for 102 residential apartments and 4,732 square feet of first-floor retail/commercial/office use space Some posters are thrilled that Hatboro is taking these bold steps to remake the downtown district image and draw more foot traffic to support local businesses "I think it will be an exciting change for the borough," one poster said "More people bring in more potential customers A higher volume of potential customers makes the borough a more desirable place to start unique businesses I think the borough is in a growing spurt," one poster said are complaining on that page —and other Facebook borough community pages —about the borough being buried by apartments "They are ruining the suburbs," one poster said Others have stated at public meetings that the apartment projects will wipe out the borough's small-town character The old diner property is the second that came before the Hatboro Borough Council under its Town Center Ordinance which allows for mixed-use residential and retail development The developer has proposed a three-story building featuring 102 residential units 4,732 square feet of first-floor retail space and 3,142 square feet of a first-floor amenity area that would only be for those living in the apartments the developer presented the planning commission with three new artist renderings that fit the borough's historical "look." construction is expected to be nearly finalized in August with units available to tenants at that time The facility will include a fitness center and a community lounge, along with 1-2 parking spaces per unit. A retail space within the complex has been leased to Philly Philly Cheesesteaks Altomonte noted that the apartments’ namesake is derived from a former lady’s hatmaker For more information regarding listings, you can call 908-247-9678 or email maltomonte@kw.com. More details about the apartments can be found here construction for the forthcoming apartments at 21-37 N York Road in Hatboro (the former Canalley Property) is expected to begin in April borough manager Diane Hegele told Glenside Local developer JERC Partners LXIX LLC proposed 102 residential units and 4,732 sf of retail/commercial space The site’s previous commercial and residential occupants over the years have included an automotive shop and a diner.  “Most moved out over the last two years as they developer sought their approvals,” Hegele said Hatboro Borough approved preliminary/final land development approval in March 2024, according to meeting minutes A preconstruction meeting was held on January 17 Several conditions needed to be met prior to recording the plans and the start of demolition and construction For all the latest news, follow us on Facebook or sign up for Glenside Local’s “Daily Buzz” newsletter here The trial began earlier this week and ended last night Byrd has been imprisoned since June 2024 on the charges The prosecution claimed that Byrd “hated Strassburg and after years of arguing goaded him into a confrontation that he escalated into a fatality after Strassburg called him a racial slur.” Byrd’s attorney said “the real hate came from Strassburg who called Byrd a ‘dirty n—’ before charging at him with his fists swinging” who was unarmed and rented an apartment next to Byrd’s business was shot in the neck and back after punching Byrd multiple times Witnesses previously said they saw Strassburg grab Byrd by the front of his shirt According to those witnesses and a recording of the 9-1-1 call Strassburg then threw three punches before Byrd pulled his handgun from a holster and fired seven shots A conviction of first-degree murder could have carried a mandatory life prison sentence A conviction of third-degree murder could have carried a possible maximum sentence of 20 to 40 years in prison upon conviction “As of right now I see myself going right back to that jailhouse setting up and helping people with their cases There are incarcerated men there that do not understand what they are facing They say it looks like mumbo jumbo and they need help So the first thing I’m going to do is get my degree and help,” Byrd said To cover court costs, a GoFundMe has been launched by Maurice Byrd I am writing becuase I am hoping to “right” a “wrong” a small business owner and a community-minded man was wrongfully imprisoned by an overzealous Montgomery County DA for 8 long months on charges that they knew they could not substantiate Byrd was defending himself against an intoxicated man who would not give him peace to lawfully conduct his business A financial strain was placed on his older parents living hours away Byrd was already at a disdvantage in being able to aid in his own defense from jail the attorney the family poured their money into the first injustice was corrected when Maurice Byrd was found NOT GUILTY on all charges!!!! Byrd served his country and community admirably and now we should see how we can serve Maurice Byrd Jr. $445 has been raised at the time of this writing 2025 at 1:25 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Businesses along York Road participated in Hatboro's First Friday for the first time in more than a decade last week PA — It's something you'll see on the first Friday of every month as you drive or stroll through Ambler and some other communities in the Philadelphia region And people are having a good time enjoying their community These days and evenings are called First Fridays But for places like Doylestown and Hatboro they had vanished from the community calendar York Road was the site for the borough's First Friday in quite some time "It went well," Mayor Tim Schultz told Patch Tuesday Store owners opened their doors and stayed open later Schultz said he expects more attendees when the weather warms up and the calendar hits May The mayor said First Fridays will be held from April through December The borough used to hold First Fridays over 10 years ago The Hatboro Borough Council signed off on holding them again after the mayor conferred with the Hatboro Chamber of Commerce "I'm thrilled we have more activities," Schultz said The Hatboro Chamber of Commerce asks residents to come to First Fridays to check out new and old businesses along York Road that are offering specials and promotions and participate with their children in a scavenger hunt 2025 at 2:53 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Hatboro-Horsham School District honored the 2025 Hall of Fame Induction class Monday at Hatboro-Horsham High School PA —The Hatboro-Horsham School District honored the 2025 Hall of Fame Induction class Monday at Hatboro-Horsham High School The Hall of Fame honors alumni and others for their outstanding achievements or significant contributions to the district Inductees exemplify the excellence of the Hatboro-Horsham educational experience and werenominated by community members The 2025 Hall of Fame Class includes Wayne Wiley (1968) “These individuals are outstanding leaders in their professional industries and I invite thecommunity to join us in honoring them,” said HHHS Principal Dr Wiley was a master woodworker whose love forcraftsmanship began in high school earning him the prestigious Stanley Tools Scholarship Award in both 1967 and 1968 His passion evolved into a lifelong career as the owner and operator of Wiley’s Custom Crafts a beloved small business that thrived for over 50 years Renowned for his exceptional skill and artistry and intricate wood designs that adorned homes and businesses across the region His dedication to craft earned him national recognition when Town & Country Magazine featured him as the Renaissance Craftsman in the summer of 1997 highlighting his meticulous attention to detail and timeless woodworking techniques he was deeply committed to public service and loved the Hatboro-Horsham community A lifelong member of the Horsham Fire Company and chief (1986-87) before becoming an instructor and fire police chief His leadership and dedication were instrumental in training new firefighters and ensuring community safety he served as a Horsham Little League board member andcoach from 1987 to 2002 mentoring young athletes and fostering a love for the game he has also played a key role in organizing the annual Horsham Day softballtournament bringing the community together through sports and tradition Recognized for hisoutstanding contributions he received numerous awards for his service to the Horsham FireCompany and Horsham Township and unwavering dedication to his community Todd Stephens is a dedicated public servant with a distinguished career in law and government where he played a key role in the Firearms Unit prosecuting individuals who violated federal gun laws His commitment to justice led him to serve as captain of multiple units achieving a 99 percentconviction rate with over 1,500 convictions His dedication toupholding the law and protecting the community earned him a strong reputation for integrity andeffectiveness Stephens was elected to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives where he represented District 151 for 12 years he was a strong advocate for public safety working tirelessly to pass laws that benefited hisconstituents Stephens has continued his commitment to public serviceand justice by assuming the role of Magisterial District Justice in Horsham heremains dedicated to ensuring fair and impartial legal proceedings while upholding the values ofintegrity Stephens continues to make ameaningful impact in Pennsylvania’s legal and political landscape Shawn McCreesh is a journalist covering media with a decade of experience at some of the most prestigious publications in the industry He is currently a reporter at The New York Times where he has been contributing in-depth reporting and analysis since May 2024 McCreesh spent nearly three years as a features writerat New York Magazine (2021–2024) where he crafted compelling long-form stories thatcaptured the pulse of culture and current events His tenure at New York Magazine followed four years as an editorial assistant at The New York Times (2017–2021) where he gained extensive newsroom experience supporting high-profile investigative and feature reporting he worked as an editorial assistant at Men’s Journal (2015–2017) and coordinated productionacross departments His journalism career began with internships at Rolling Stone (2015) and amNewYork Metro (2014) where he contributed political and cultural reporting With a sharp eye for storytelling and a deep understanding of newsroom operations McCreeshhas built a reputation for producing insightful and power makes him a dynamic force in modern media 2025 at 1:38 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}A Hatboro Borough Police Department employee has been charged with distributing child pornography PA —A Hatboro Borough Police Department civilian employee has been arrested and charged with distributing child pornography on a social media platform was charged by criminal complaint with one count of distribution and attempted distribution of child pornography Penglase appeared in court before Judge Lynne A "The Hatboro Police Department was advised by federal and county law enforcement agencies that a civilian employee of the borough’s police department has been investigated and arrested for alleged distribution of child pornography," Hatboro Police said in a statement Wednesday "The police department takes such events very seriously." Hatboro Police said there are no indications that any borough-owned computers or IT systems were involved Hatboro Police Chief Mark Ruegg said that Penglase was a police operations clerk After reviewing the information which has been provided by law enforcement personnel the employee is no longer employed by the borough the social media platform Kik reported to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) that one of its users was transmitting files depicting child pornography (hereafter referred to as Child Sex Abuse Material or CSAM) depictions of prepubescent female minor children between the approximate ages of 8-12 years engaged in sexual activities with adults The contents of the Kik account were obtained by law enforcement via a search warrant and a review of the contents revealed almost 300 files containing CSAM The search warrant return also included more than 1,100 messages between that target and other Kik users The criminal complaint alleges that the defendant was one of the other users involved in chatting about with the original Kik user and that Penglase distributed nine CSAM videos each The complaint further alleges that law enforcement also obtained the contents of the Kik account belonging to the defendant A review of the account revealed about 780 files containing CSAM 2025 at 10:42 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Hatboro Police are seeking two suspects involved in a theft at the Wawa on South York Road PA —The Hatboro Borough Police Department is seeking two male suspects for a theft at the Wawa on South York Road Hatboro Police seek the public's help in identifying the suspects involved in a theft at the Wawa Superstore at 412 S Police said that the two entered the store together One suspect —wearing a black jacket with the hood up —proceeded to place several beverages in his coat before leaving the store without paying He was last seen running west on Horsham Road along with several other individuals Anyone who knows the identity of either suspect should call the Hatboro Police Department at 215-675-2832 or submit a tip via CrimeWatch 2025 at 7:12 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Hatboro Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring Hatboro Restaurant Days which will feature 17 Hatboro eateries and begin on Wednesday Hatboro Restaurant Days launches Wednesday as a showcase of the borough's eateries and runs through Sunday More than 15 businesses are involved in Hatboro Restaurant Days See the list below and the hours of operation Among those participating are Amor A La Mexicana said the restaurant celebration has taken place in the borough for the past decade "We're no as well known as Ambler and Doylestown but we're trying to get people out on the streets," Schultz told Patch in a recent interview 2025 at 7:52 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Dish a popular breakfast and lunch eatery in the Hatboro Business District has closed PA —After staying open longer to seek a buyer the owner of The Dish has decided to pull the plug on the eatery for good "Today is a tough one….thank you to all my employees and family," Owner Jackie Evangelista posted on Facebook Tuesday morning "I really tried to make The Dish stay open We will not be opening back up effective immediately." The longtime South York Road eatery was planning to close earlier this year because as Evangelista said it was "unable to bounce back" following the pandemic and "circumstances beyond my control." But she reversed the decision in an attempt to find a buyer and keep The Dish's workers employed and the popular breakfast and lunch spot remaining as a staple in the business community The business had been listed for sale at $189,995 according to listing agent Long & Foster Real Estate The Dish built a loyal following over its 12-plus years in business. Evangelista hoped she could sell The Dish and have it remain a staple of the downtown district for years to come she added new menu items for breakfast and lunch and scoured the region to find cheaper prices with inflation hurting her efforts to run a small business Evangelista prided herself in building a strong reputation for The Dish starting during the pandemic when The Dish dished out free meals for 12 weeks to about 20,000 people Update: Hatboro officials announced at approximately 10:00pm that the fire was contained to one unit and no injuries were reported The fire remains under investigation by the Borough Fire Marshal’s Office Hatboro officials are urging residents to avoid the area of Warminster and Byberry roads due to a house fire in progress as of 5:00pm on Monday According to an Emergency Alerts of Southeastern Pennsylvania post the house is located at 205 S Warminster Road and is “fully involved” with an unnamed number of entrapped individuals A subsequent comment says “DC95 reporting jumpers from the bldg” 2025 at 8:16 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Dish in Hatboro is remaining open as it seeks a buyer The popular downtown breakfast and lunch eatery was expected to close after one final weekend to feed its customers but its owner posted early Friday morning that she was changing course I have decided to keep the Hatboro Dish open until we find the right buyer to continue our community commitment and to serve our loyal customers and employees," Owner Jackie Evangelista said The longtime South York Road eatery was planning to close after this weekend because Evangelista said it was "unable to bounce back" following the pandemic and "circumstances beyond my control." The business was recently listed for sale at $189,995, according to listing agent Long & Foster Real Estate. Click here to see the listing she added new menu items for breakfast and lunch and scoured the region to find cheaper prices with inflation hurting her efforts to run a small business starting during the pandemic where The Dish dished out free meals for 12 weeks to about 20,000 people 2025This local high school community is honoring significant people that have inspired the world.HORSHAM Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- These students have been hard at work to create an image of inclusion in their community a selection of influential people from the Black community have been painted on the walls actors and performance artists that represent not only their greatness in their specific fields but also...community leaders Also, check out Hatboro-Horsham High School on their website 2025 at 7:15 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}New details have emerged on a townhome fire that displaced residents on South Warminster Road on Monday afternoon (Enterprise Fire Company of Hatboro)HATBORO PA — The Hatboro Fire Marshal's Office has released new details regarding a house fire that occurred on Monday afternoon Multiple callers reported a fully involved townhouse on the corner of South Warminster Road and Byberry Road that was battled by the Enterprise Fire Company of Hatboro and mutual aid companies One unit involved sustained significant damage and was deemed uninhabitable The Upper Moreland Fire Department arrived on location within five minutes of dispatch and began an exterior attack on the fire A cat was rescued from the home after the initial fire attack was completed The American Red Cross was contacted to assist the displaced residents No injuries were reported to firefighters or civilians The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Borough of Hatboro Fire Marshal’s Office The fire marshal urges residents to ensure their smoke detectors are working and never go back inside a burning building Anyone with questions or information regarding the incident should contact Fire Marshal Kate Valesky at 215-443-9100 or kvalesky@myhatboro.org The mutual aid companies included the Hartsville Fire Company The fire marshal also thanked the Hatboro Police Department Lutz of Hatboro passed away on September 19 2024 at Christ’s Home Rehabilitation Center at the age of 85 He was the beloved husband of Beverly (Kallenbach) with whom he had shared 63 years of marriage the son of the late Merrill and Fredericka (Roth) Lutz and brother of the late Virginia Jackson Joe is survived by his children Karen Potts and her husband Fred of Media PA; Todd and his wife Dana of Palm Beach Gardens FL; David and his wife Michelle of Media PA He is loved by his grandchildren Frederick his sister-in-law Marlene Kwortnik and brother-in-law Dr After graduating from Hatboro High School (1956) and Ursinus College (1960) he worked for many years as an accountant for various local firms His love of numbers carried over into his role as treasurer for many community organizations including the Enterprise Fire Company of Hatboro Relief Association He also worked as a dispatcher for both Hatboro & Horsham Police Departments Enjoying time with his family was important Joe enjoyed traveling with his wife as long as it wasn’t out of the country He was a dedicated and supportive fan of his grandkids’ activities He was a model railroad enthusiast and avid gardener Whether working as a police dispatcher or firefighter the First Responder community was dear to his heart He dedicated over 67 years of service to Hatboro Joe was a man who enjoyed people and was quick to put them at ease His great sense of humor and wit will surely be missed The Enterprise Fire Company of Hatboro was his second family He continued the family tradition and joined his father His roles varied from Deputy Chief to most recently He continued as an active member of the Fire Company until he passed Relatives and friends are invited to visit from 10 AM to Noon followed by his Memorial Service on Saturday September 28th in Schneider Funeral Home 431 N Enterprise Fire Company of Hatboro 36 Byberry Rd PA 19040 or to the Union Library Company of Hatboro 243 S Hatboro PA 19040 or Bux-Mont Meals on Wheels 130 Spring Ave Image: Simon Howden / FreeDigitalPhotos.net 2025 at 7:27 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Enterprise Fire Company of Hatboro and mutual aid companies battled a house fire on Monday afternoon on South Warminster Road PA —A house fire on South Warminster Road late Monday afternoon is under investigation Hatboro Fire Marshal Kate Valesky said that the Enterprise Fire Company of Hatboro and multiple surrounding fire companies responded at 5 p.m Monday to a house fire in the area of Byberry and Warminster roads The fire companies contained the fire to one unit in the two-unit structure 2025 at 1:29 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Hatboro Borough Police said that a section of ​East Moreland Avenue is closed Tuesday afternoon due to downed wires PA — The Hatboro Borough Police Department said that a section of East Moreland Avenue is closed on Tuesday due to downed wires Hatboro Police said the road is closed between York Road and Penn Street due to downed communication wires Police said drivers should use caution and avoid the area Police said there is a potential that the closure may be in effect for several hours Hatboro Police said an update would be provided when available 2025 at 12:15 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Dish is closing its doors after one final weekend PA —The Dish will not be dishing out breakfast and lunch any longer After trying to sell the business for over a year Owner Jackie Evangelista has decided to pull the plug on the South York Road eatery telling Patch about her decision on Friday afternoon The business will close after a final weekend on Monday Evangelista said The Dish has been "unable to bounce back" following the pandemic and "circumstances beyond my control." and friends I have met along the way for their continued support I plan to pursue other ventures including catering and remain involved in borough events 2025 at 3:35 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Montgomery County Board of Elections has announced the candidate slate for municipal offices in Hatboro and Horsham Township PA —The Montgomery County Board of Elections has released its unofficial list of candidates running for municipal office in Hatboro and Horsham Township in the May 20 primary election there are no contested primary races for any terms in Hatboro and Horsham voters choose their candidates for the Democratic and Republican parties Ten candidates are running in May for five seats on the Hatboro-Horsham School Board. along with several incumbent council members Councilman Don Hoover has switched parties going from being a Republican to a Democrat Councilman Sean Wade won't be seeking re-election He is being replaced on the Republican ticket by Erin Whalen She is a member of the Hatboro-Horsham School Board who won't be seeking re-election 2025 at 1:06 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Millbrook Society will hold the 3rd annual Crooked Billet History Fair on Saturday at Keith Valley Middle School in Horsham (The Millbrook Society)HATBORO / HORSHAM TOWNSHIP PA — When you think of the Revolutionary War in these parts George Washington and his troops braving the chilly weather to cross the Delaware now forever known as Washington's Crossing And while there was a skirmish at the Battle of White Marsh between Colonial troops and British forces another battle during the war took place right on the border of Montgomery and Bucks counties This battle — The Battle of Crooked Billet — is now getting its just recognition is hosting its third annual Crooked Billet History Fair on Saturday from 10 a.m select outdoor activities will be moved indoors a representative of the Board of The Millbrook Society said the event will feature over 40 exhibitors from across Bucks and Montgomery counties and the Philadelphia region including historical societies and museums There will be a full day of presentations in the auditorium as well as demonstrations and events outdoors The event will also feature over two dozen local business sponsors and is being presented by the Amy B The Battle of Crooked Billet was fought on May 1 British forces launched a surprise attack in the skirmish against Pennsylvania militia dusty list of names and dates that everyone thinks it is History is full of wonderfully vibrant and emotional stories just waiting to be read It can teach us so much if we are willing to learn," said Christy Lessard-McDuell organizer of the Crooked Billet History Fair (The Millbrook Society) we are overflowing with history: family legacies trials and tribulations that need to be preserved for future generations so that they can enjoy and learn from those who came before," she said "The Crooked Billet History Fair is a wonderful opportunity to experience our local history in one place Click here to find out the exhibitors and the schedule of presenters 2025 at 9:30 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Hatboro Borough Council members met with business owners to address complaints about a lack of support that were raised at a recent meeting PA —After being battered by business owners at a meeting late last year Hatboro Borough Council members recently met with them for an open forum Some business owners had complained at a Borough Council meeting that the borough wasn't supporting them with the owner of Ross & Co threatening to close and the owner of Village Hardware threatening to leave said he had hoped a forum could be created to address business concerns and that forum recently took place Borough Council members who make up the borough's Downtown Development Committee with an assist from borough staff met with business owners The council members attending were Council Vice President Nicole Reichner and council members Don Hoover and Jen Hendrickson and valuable feedback for ways that the Borough can better serve you Officials said they were working on a business survey and upgrading the borough's business contact list Any business members who want to participate in the survey should email Borough Manager Diane Hegele at DHegele@myhatboro.org 2025 at 10:57 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Hatboro-Horsham High School was evacuated Friday morning due to a fire alarm activation PA —Hatboro-Horsham High School students evacuated from the school on Friday morning due to a fire alarm activation The high school students were safely evacuated from the building around 9 a.m The Horsham Township Fire Department was on site School officials said there was no safety threat for students and staff and everyone was allowed back around the high school campus School officials did not provide a reason for the fire alarm activation Please see Patch if further details and information become available 2024 at 10:00 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Ross & Co owner Bob Ross said business has slumped since he opened six months ago in Hatboro a "Cheers" for a community where everyone knows everybody's name in a community trying to get its footing in a transformation from past to present is threatening to shutter its operations if he doesn't get some help from borough officials You're going to have a second boarded-up business soon," Bob Ross told the Hatboro Borough Council at its Nov Ross appeared to complain that he has received little assistance from borough officials in trying to establish the business he opened in May to replace the home of the former Bernie's restaurant at 58 S "A businessman told me I was a fool to open here," Ross said "I'm a highly successful businessman who purchased a restaurant in Ambler during the pandemic But this has been more difficult than that I chose this location thinking that it would be a win." Several borough council members responded that they support the business with Councilwoman Nicole Shay saying that she even held a family gathering there Ross has 45 years in the restaurant business Ross took over the GypsyBlu Amber location in June 2020 during the pandemic and has the business thriving winning numerous Best of Montgomery County restaurant awards that borough permits and fees are 10 times what he paid in Ambler "I paid $1,500 for a hearing that lasted seven minutes for a liquor license," Ross stated "Your lawyers charged me $3,000 for a proposal that was written by my lawyer." Ross said no one from the borough has reached out to him about helping a new business Shay told Ross that she has visited Ross & Co several times in person and that he could reach out to her at any time He also said there's little foot traffic in the downtown district "We can't order people to go to your restaurant," Council President George Bollendorf said Bollendorf and Shay said that foot traffic would increase once apartments are built along York Road "We want Hatboro to grow and thrive," Councilwoman Amanda Jacobus said 2025 at 9:18 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Montgomery County Board of Elections has announced the unofficial list of candidates running in the May 20 primary election for the Hatboro-Horsham School Board PA — Ten candidates are vying for five seats on the Hatboro-Horsham School Board in a May 20 primary election in which four incumbent school directors are not seeking re-election Democrat Erin Stroup is not seeking re-election for the nine-member school board and Erin Whalen are not seeking re-election Whalen has thrown her hat in the ring to run for Horsham Township Council The Montgomery County Board of Elections has released the unofficial list of candidates seeking positions for the school board and municipal government in the May 20 primary election The race for the Hatboro-Horsham School Board has 10 candidates seeking five including some who are cross-filing as Democrats and Republicans That list includes School Board President Jennifer Wilson The Republican candidates are not cross-filing as Democrats 2025 at 12:43 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Enterprise Fire Company of Hatboro and two other fire companies trained in some North York Road buildings before they're demolished for development PA —They are buildings ticketed for downtown development will be transformed into apartments sometime down the road the Enterprise Fire Company of Hatboro used them for training the borough's fire company conducted training at the buildings So anyone who saw smoke and lots of fire trucks around the scene it was just a drill and not a real incident The building was smoked out with fake smoke and members had the opportunity to practice advancing a hand line "This training is invaluable and is the closest we can get to the real thing It allows us to practice and keep our skills sharp at all times," the fire company said The fire company thanked the property owner for allowing the fire department the opportunity to use the building for valuable training before it's torn down The fire comapny also thanked the fire police for assisting with traffic control in front of the building to keep members safe 2025 at 9:56 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Hatboro Police are prepared to protect the York Road Business District Sunday night if the Philadelphia Eagles win the Super Bowl PA —Residents love to celebrate on York Road when a Philadelphia sports team wins It's happened over the years going back to Stanley Cup victories in 1974 and two weeks ago when the Philadelphia Eagles won the NFC Championship Game With the Birds playing in Super Bowl LIX against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday fans are hoping for another victory and another celebration on the streets of Hatboro And the Hatboro Borough Police Department is prepared for it Ruegg said the police department and its public safety partners have plans that include placing additional police officers on duty in the business district Hatboro's York Road Business District has been known for large celebrations following championship wins of Philadelphia sports franchises," Ruegg said "While many of these spontaneous events have been largely peaceful there have been occasions when unruly individuals have engaged in behaviors that have led to property damage." Ruegg is recommending that business and property owners secure any items they may own outside of their businesses police recommend removing any moveable items such as sign boards and unsecured furniture from the sidewalks to a location inside your business before Sunday night Any establishments that are licensed to serve alcoholic beverages should have adequate staffing on duty to prevent customers from leaving their respective businesses with open containers of alcoholic beverages we hope to make any celebration that may occur safe for all We wish all of you a safe and prosperous 2025 Thank you for your cooperation and GO BIRDS!!!!!" Ruegg said 2025 at 10:42 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Hatboro is mourning the loss this week of longtime businessman Fred Powell PA —Hatboro is mourning the loss this week of longtime businessman Fred Powell 16 Borough Council Meeting for his "outstanding commitment" to Hatboro with recognition by Mayor Tim Schultz and State Rep "We are so thankful to have been able to celebrate Mr Powell’s legacy and his selfless dedication to our community that will surely live on forever," borough officials said in a statement Powell's father and great uncle opened their first store on Byberry Road in 1922 called Powell’s Electric Shop which sold electric appliances and also offered electrical upgrade services for customers’ homes to accommodate these new appliances After Powell was honorably discharged from the U.S he joined the family business and took the reins in the 1950s working alongside his father before eventually purchasing the business and expanding it further His dedication to Powell’s Electric Shop laid the foundation for the company’s success who changed the business name to Powell’s Electric Service Powell served as a member of the Hatboro Rotary Club where he further dedicated his time to serving the Hatboro community the Powell family has created a lasting legacy in Hatboro and the surrounding communities Powell’s Electric today is a full-service electrical contractor and they handle everything from small residential repairs to large commercial installations 2025 at 10:40 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Hatboro Borough Police Department is preparing for traffic from nearby Warminster as fans flock to Friday's Super Bowl parade in Philadelphia (Hatboro Borough Police Department)HATBORO PA —The Hatboro Borough Police Department is preparing for the impact on traffic spillover as fans flock to Philadelphia on the Warminster regional rail line for the Eagles Super Bowl parade on Friday With Warminster Township declaring a disaster emergency due to crowd concerns for the parade Hatboro Police is preparing for the traffic impact in and around the Warminster Train station The borough will be impacted by temporary traffic patterns Jacksonville Road will be one-way southbound from Street Road to County Line Road while Park Avenue will be closed from Street Road to 300 Park Ave The Hatboro regional rail station will not be open to commuters trying to board the Warminster Line to Philadelphia Passengers must go to train station stops in Warminster SEPTA regional rail service will operate a modified schedule on Friday to streamline the flow of passengers to and from Philadelphia with only select stations open to board and depart trains Regional Rail fares cannot be purchased on the day of the parade 2025 at 2:12 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}STEM Week was recently celebrated in the Hatboro-Horsham School District PA —The Hatboro-Horsham School District celebrated STEM Week recently with projects throughout district schools which included Keith Valley Middle School's STEAM (Science 6th-grade budding engineers designed and tested roller coaster prototypes applying physics concepts while developing creative solutions to complex design challenges students designed prototypes of sustainable shoes combining environmental consciousness with practical design principles to reimagine footwear for a greener future 8th graders investigated technology evolution through time with teams researching how cars and phones have transformed through decades of innovation Students utilized Canva to create compelling visual presentations of their findings students utilized 3D printers to develop accurate prototypes bringing their ideas from digital designs to tangible models they can test and refine STEM Week also offered a glimpse into our Manufacturing & Engineering course where students are tackling their first major project of the spring semester —handcrafted Adirondack chairs students designed and constructed two Adirondack chairs from scratch The comprehensive five- to six-week project guides them through the entire manufacturing process from initial blueprints to finished product and gain hands-on experience with woodworking techniques and problem-solving abilities that translate to real-world applications LebTown Lebanon County’s most essential weekly read non-partisan journalism?Become a champion of local news and unlock additional benefits as a LebTown member Already a member? 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The Original Mount Gretna Cicada Music Festival 2025 at 1:30 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Jones 'n Bagels will hold its grand opening on North York Road in Hatboro on Saturday morning PA —The panic alarm went off Friday morning Jones 'n Bagels —which had a soft opening this week at 315 N —was preparing for its grand opening on Saturday morning with a ribbon-cutting ceremony by the Hatboro Borough Chamber of Commerce "Some bad news this morning," the bagel shop reported on Friday "Our oven has gone down that bakes our bagels and we are waiting for someone to come out for the repair We are deeply sorry for this inconvenience and will provide an update as soon as we are able." Was the official grand opening in jeopardy the bagels were baking and back on the racks and the grand opening was back on track and breakfast and brunch restaurant have already drawn some rave reviews from patrons who've had a chance to sample the bagels "Discover the delightful world of Jones'n Bagels From our freshly baked bagels to our homemade cakes and custom sandwiches Pair your meal with our expertly brewed espresso drinks made just the way you like it," its website states The bagel shop can be reached at 215- 282-8511 or via its website 2024 at 8:30 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Fred Powell was recognized at the recent Hatboro Borough Council meeting for his service to the community PA —Fred Powell has carved out a niche for a business his father started in 1922 Powell was presented with a proclamation by Mayor Tim Schultz for his "longstanding business and contributions" to the community at the recent Hatboro Borough Council meeting Fred Powell on his upcoming 103rd birthday and Powell’s Electric Service on their positive impact on Hatboro and our neighboring communities The Borough of Hatboro is extremely grateful for all their hard work in making Hatboro a better place to live and play for generations to come," the mayor said in reading the proclamation Powell's father and great-uncle opened their first store on Byberry Road in 1922 called Powell’s Electric Shop After Powell's honorable discharge from the U.S he joined the family business and took the reigns in the 1950s Powell’s are full-service electrical contractors Powell’s assists their customers in maintaining everything they install Powell’s is large enough to handle big jobs but not too big to lose the family-owned “personal touch” with all the services they provide Powell’s prides themselves on a job well done and most importantly ensuring customer satisfaction These core values have remained Powell’s top priority for decades He also received a gift basket from the borough presented by Council Vice President Nicole Reichner 2025 at 9:45 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Hatboro Police have apprehended four men involved in thefts at the Wawa convenience store (Shutterstock)HATBORO PA — Four suspects have been nabbed for stealing merchandise at the Wawa convenience store on Monday Hatboro Borough police officers responded at 7:12 a.m Monday to a report of a retail theft in progress at Wawa Police officers apprehended four men in connection with the theft They allegedly stole a variety of goods from the store The suspects were taken into custody and charged with retail theft was one of the suspects charged with retail theft Over the past few months, Hatboro Police have arrested several peopleregarding thefts at the convenience store at York and Horsham Roads 2025 at 9:18 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Dill Dinkers has opened its new pickleball facility on Warminster Road in Hatboro PA —Pickleball players can rejoice now that 18 new courts have opened in Montgomery County Dill Dinkers will open its newest location at 354 S by the end of the month with memberships now open Dill Dinkers is one of the fastest-growing indoor pickleball club franchises as the sport has grown in popularity for its fun and welcoming environment where players of all ages can play “We are thrilled to bring Dill Dinkers to the Hatboro area marking our second club in Montgomery County,” said Andrew Wakefield The Hatboro club features a top-tier player experience with 18 indoor Pro-Cushion courts The club features a 70-foot ceiling, fenced-in courts, air conditioning, heating, Erne pickleball machines, a fully stocked pro shop, and a state-of-the-art reservation system powered by CourtReserve for members and visitors and guests gain easy and efficient access to court time If players are looking for a pickleball partner Dill Dinkers helps to match individuals with players of similar skill levels and schedules so no one is left on the sidelines The club also offers a dedicated event space that can accommodate groups large and small for birthday parties the club provides opportunities for local business advertising Click here for membership information 2025 at 1:20 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The $20 Challenge honors the legacy of the late sister of a Hatboro-Horsham School District English teacher This challenge is in honor of a Hatboro-Horsham teacher's sister and her legacy that sparked a "movement of kindness" throughout the school district When Kate Amodei dreamed of joining the Peace Corps as a child she embodied a spirit of service that would eventually inspire hundreds of acts of kindness—though not in the way anyone could have anticipated Her journey toward helping others took several turns from exploring a career as a registered dietitian to finding her calling as a paramedic just as she was applying for EMT positions Kate's life was cut short by a tragic car accident Among her belongings was a rolled-up wad of cash from her morning shift at a restaurant this money remained untouched in a cabinet a bittersweet reminder of unrealizeddreams an English teacher at Hatboro-Horsham High School,found a way to transform this painful reminder into something beautiful during a classroom discussion about empathy in Ray Bradbury's "Fahrenheit 451," that Ulmer saw an opportunity to connect literature with real-world impact She exchanged Kate's restaurant earnings into $20 bills and presented her students with anunexpected challenge: use this money to spread kindness in Kate's memory What began as a classroom initiative has blossomed into a movement that captures Kate's compassionate spirit Students have demonstrated remarkable creativity in their approaches to giving back Some have learned to crochet to make hats for premature babies in the NICU while others sewed specialized equipment for stroke patients One group used their $20 as seed money to bake and sell cookies ultimately raising enough to cover a shelter dog's adoption fee The ripple effects of these actions spread throughout the community Others started an annual tradition of distributing donuts to strangers Some honored veterans by placing American flags on their graves,while others addressed crucial needs by donating feminine hygiene products to local shelters Even during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic 351 acts of kindness; representing $7,020 in distributed $20 bills have touched countless lives with an average of 25 students participating each semester The profound impact of this initiative extends beyond the immediate recipients of these kindacts It demonstrates how tragedy can be transformed into triumph and how small gestures ofgoodwill can create lasting change Kate's dream of making a difference lives on—not through grand gestures but through the cumulative power of individual acts of kindness that continue to ripple through the community she left behind In a world often overwhelmed by complexity Kate's legacy reminds us that positive changeoften begins with a simple choice to help others but inthe countless lives touched by the kindness she inspired 2025 at 6:47 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Hatboro-Horsham School District is closing schools Thursday due to inclement weather (Patch Graphics)HATBORO / HORSHAM TOWNSHIP PA —With a wintry mix of snow and sleet overnight the Hatboro-Horsham School District has closed schools for Thursday "Due to the forecasted hazardous wintry mix conditions specifically the freezing rain continuing through the morning all Hatboro-Horsham School District schools will be closed," school officials said This will be the second weather emergency day used during the 2024-2025 school year The next closure will be a virtual day of instruction including all community events held in district facilities Twelve-month district staff will work remotely including maintenance and custodial personnel will receive direction from their supervisor A Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect for Bucks Snow and sleet are expected to reach the Philadelphia area around midnight moving north and transitioning to a wintry mix of sleet and freezing rain before sunrise Thursday This could make for some icy spots on the roads and sidewalks as people head out to work or school on Thursday morning forecasters predict snow and sleet accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations between one-tenth and two tenths of an inch Here is the latest forecast for the Philadelphia region from the NWS: New ice accumulation of less than a 0.1 of an inch possible New snow and sleet accumulation of less than a half inch possible Thursday night: A slight chance of rain before 1 a.m 2025 at 2:19 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Lilit's Bakery is the third bakery located in Hatboro's South York Road downtown district PA —In a town that is just a tad over a square mile downtown development showed signs of life in 2024 who wrapped up her downtown development tenure said at the recent Hatboro Borough Council meeting that 25 new businesses opened last year with at least four more coming shortly Some of those new businesses that have opened recently include a convenience store Having three bakeries nearby in the York Road downtown district might seem peculiar But not if they all have different specialties Lochel's Bakery focuses on traditional baked goods like cakes and cookies while Nonno's Bakery just across the street features authentic Italian pastries the new kid on the block is Lilit's Bakery at 37 S Lilit's Bakery is the third family-owned specialty bakery Not far away is The Greek Korner a family-owned eatery serving classic Greek dishes and pastries at 133 S while the new Wawa at the corner of Horsham Road and South York Road pulls in a steady stream of business the old Wawa on North York Road is attracting its own loyal customers The Sparta convenience store —which also has locations in Warrington and Doylestown —is offering residents a chance to pick up some fast food and other items at its location near the McDonald's 2025 at 1:08 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Hatboro Chamber of Commerce recently held a grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony to welcome the Greek Korner on South York Road the building at the corner of South York Road and Byberry Road has been rebranded with reviews and reports on social media recommending its food The Hatboro Chamber of Commerce recently held a grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony to welcome The Greek Korner and council members Alex Myers and Jennifer Hendrickson The Greek Korner to Hatboro is located at the corner of York Road and Byberry Road at 133 S It's a family-owned business with fresh prepared food and a menu full of delicious Greek choices "We are thrilled to have you as part of our community Head down and try out their tasty Greek food." 2025 at 1:02 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Philadelphia Eagles defeated Washington 55-23 to advance to the Super Bowl against the Kansas City Chiefs (John Angelillo/UPI/Shutterstock)HATBORO PA —They lined the streets and celebrated the Philadephia Eagles victory in the NFC Championship Game on Sunday night And now borough officials are gearing up for what they hope will be a Super Bowl victory that will have the borough decked out in green Hatboro Mayor Tim Schultz and Borough Manager Diane Hegele thanked the Hatboro Borough Police Department for controlling the crowd that spilled out along York Road Sunday night to celebrate the Birds' victory Hatboro is one of the towns in the Philadelphia region —like the Five Points intersection in Levittown —where fans flock to the streets to party for their Philadelphia sports teams after major wins Sunday night was no different in the borough in celebrating a tradition that Police Chief Mark Ruegg found records dating back to the Philadelphia Flyers' Stanley Cup championship in 1974 "I'm very proud of our police department," the mayor said "I was out there with my heart in my throat There was a lot of raucous behavior but our police officers remained calm It was a great celebration and I'm looking forward to another one two weeks from now." "Thank you for keeping the borough safe," Hegele said "Let's turn our town green and support local businesses." Ruegg said in his report to the council that there were no incidents and no arrests on Sunday night and that everybody was "well-behaved." He said that on Monday he received an email about the measures police departments in Montgomery County should take in preparing for a Super Bowl celebration Ruegg said he plans to work on that and Kate Valesky the borough's fire marshal and emergency management coordinator Ruegg said he reviewed records of borough sports celebrations and found that there were 62 arrests when the Flyers won the Stanley Cup in 1974 and nine more the following day WARMINSTER — Ty Teasley and Quinn Fullmer played significant roles for Hatboro-Horsham on Thursday night scored all three Hatters' touchdowns and sophomore linebacker Quinn Fullmer contributed two interceptions in a 21-7 victory over William Tennent at Alumni Stadium Teasley ran for 210 yards on 25 carries and scored on runs of 74 and 9 yards in addition to catching a 2-yard TD pass from senior quarterback Chris Roughton on the final play of the first half "I couldn't do it without my O-line giving me the holes so I can cut and do my job," said the 5-foot-9 Both of Fullmer's interceptions came in Hatters' territory The first was on fourth down early in the second quarter with Tennent leading 7-0 The second occurred on a second-and-7 play at the H-H 28-yard line in the final minute of the half with the score tied 7-7 "I have to say thank you to the D-line blitzing and (applying) pressure to (create the throws resulting in my interceptions)," said Fullmer Teasley scored on a 74-yard burst up the middle midway through the second quarter then on a short pass at the end of the half and closed it out with a 9-yard jaunt two minutes into the fourth period "He's our bell-cow back right now," said Hatters head coach Tom Butts The Hatters snapped a three-game losing streak and improved to 3-5 overall 1-2 in the Suburban One League American Conference This was a really big help just to get the confidence all the way back up." Teasley and Fullmer were two primary reasons the Hatters enjoyed the bus ride back to Horsham on Thursday evening We've got kids banged up and he's been great for us." The Hatters established their ground game and controlled the ball the only points they gave up resulted from a 1-yard drive following a turnover couldn't sustain or finish drives and appeared to wear down from the Hatters' constant pounding the ball play-action pass from quarterback Chris Roughton to running back Ty Teasley on the last play of the first half gave the Hatters a 14-7 lead they would never relinquish William TennentHatters junior running back Ty Teasley ran for a career-high 210 yards on 25 carries and scored all three of his team's touchdowns Panthers senior defensive end AJ Alwan return the fumble following his strip sack 71 yards to the 1-yard line four plays into the game then scored to give Tennent the early lead Game BallsThe Hatboro-Horsham offensive line was stellar allowing Tom Butts' team to maintain possession of the ball and gain 336 rushing yards Tennent senior receiver Joey Hebling caught five passes for 50 yards from sophomore quarterback Gavin Mensch and provided some solid returns Hatters' sophomore linebacker Quinn Fullmer had a pair of interceptions in Hatboro-Horsham territory to thwart a pair of Tennent possessions Vote for the top football quarterback: In the Bucks County area "These guys are unbelievable," said Hatboro-Horsham head coach Tom Butts You would never know (about the three-game losing streak)." "It was very frustrating," said Tennent head coach Colin Leach "Turnovers and penalties wound up really hurting us I've got to give credit to Hatboro-Horsham They stuck to the game plan and grinded the ball We've got to grow from it and get better." The Hatters visit Wissahickon on Oct The Panthers visit Springfield-Montco on Oct Support our journalism with a subscription.