Schools Superintendent Hired, Plastic Bags Banned: Eastern Montco News

EASTERN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PA — Jenkintown has found its next schools superintendent. The borough is also banning single-use plastic bags.

Meanwhile, pools and parks are improving in Abington and Cheltenham townships.

This is a summary of stories that made news this past week in eastern Montgomery County:

Jenkintown Hires New Schools Superintendent

The School District of Jenkintown has named its next schools superintendent. The school board hired Brea D'Angelo, a Hatboro-Horsham school administrator. (Read More)

Single-Use Plastic Bag Ban Approved In Jenkintown

Jenkintown has become the latest community to ban single-use plastic bags and a few other plastic items after an ordinance was approved by the Borough Council. (Read More)

Phillies Legend Appears At Horsham Business

Philadelphia Phillies legend Larry Bowa appeared at Lee's Hoagie House in Horsham this weekend for a sports memorabilia show and food drive. (Read More)

State-Of-The-Art Public Pool Coming To Cheltenham

Cheltenham Township has announced plans for a brand new, state-of-the-art public pool at the Melrose Country Club redevelopment, which will replace Conklin Pool. (Read More)

$2.4M In Abington Park Upgrades Unveiled

In honor of Earth Day on Wednesday, Abington Township officials gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to show improvements along Sandy Run Creek at Roychester Park and Grove Park. (Read More)