Warminster Road Work to Begin on Monday

Aqua will begin installing a new water line on Warminster Road in Hatboro and Upper Moreland Township on Monday.

Travel times and frustration levels could increase beginning Monday when Aqua begins installing a new water line. Crews will be digging along Warminster and York roads in Hatboro, as well as in Upper Moreland Township, according to Hatboro Borough Manager Fred Zollers.  During construction the road will be closed to general traffic, but will be open to local traffic, he said. "People should avoid that stretch of road anyway during construction," Zollers said.  Traffic will be rerouted to Byberry and York roads, he said. Once the new line is installed, Aqua will repave Warminster Road, Zollers said.

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April Health Inspections in Upper Moreland

Bonefish Grill, Dairy Queen, OOKA, Rita's, Tony Roni's and more inspected during the month of April.

The Montgomery County Health Department in April conducted inspections of food-service establishments in Upper Moreland.   Click each facility's name to see its Patch directory listing and click the date of its inspection to read the health department's report.

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War Veterans' Next Mission: To Install a New Water Main in Upper Moreland Township

Justin Stone and Derrick Lilley share their memories of serving in Iraq and Afghanistan

It was a beautiful day in early autumn when Justin Stone was driving an armored transport truck to deliver millions of dollars to the Federal Reserve Bank in New York City. His buddy sat in the passenger seat as they drove on the Jersey Turnpike toward the financial capital of the world in Lower Manhattan. As they listened to the Howard Stern Show, they could scarcely believe what they were hearing. The World Trade Tower had been hit by a plane and was in the process of collapsing. Then, to their utter amazement and horror, the second tower was hit by another plane. It was Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, a day that would live in infamy, as did December 7, 1941, when Pearl Harbor was attacked. Thick clouds of smoke poured into the sky…

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Mother's Day Tea, Charity Auction Highlight the Week

A look at a few of the events this week in the WIllow Grove and Upper Moreland areas.

Mother’s Day Mother-Daughter Tea: Maine Star Coffee hosts a mother-daughter tea as part of a Mother’s Day celebration Sunday afternoon. Cost is $18. “Pride & Prejudice”: Hilltown Creative Arts Academy presents “Pride & Prejudice” this weekend at Hilltown Baptist Church in Perkasie. Charity Auction: Episcopal Church of the Redemption, in Southampton, holds a charity auction Saturday for the church and its outreach projects. Tickets are $5.

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Drug Take Back, Bodyworx Bootcamp Highlight the Week

A look at a few of the events scheduled this week in the Willow Grove and Upper Moreland areas.

Bodyworx Bootcamp: The Bodyworx in Willow Grove holds a bootcamp fitness class on Sunday morning. Cost is $10. Author’s Corner and Signing: Tenth-grade author Rhiannon Richardson, who boasts a 4.0 GPA, will be featured at Maine Star Coffee in Upper Moreland Sunday afternoon. Richardson will read an excerpt from “Model Friendship,” and discuss how she balances school with writing. Drug Take Back at Giant: Giant Food Store in Willow Grove and local law enforcement has teamed up to host a drug take back event Saturday morning and afternoon. 

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March Health Inspections in Upper Moreland

Upper Moreland Middle School, Little League, among March health inspection reports.

The Montgomery County Health Department in March conducted inspections of food-service establishments in Upper Moreland. Click each facility's name to see its Patch directory listing and click the date of its inspection to read the health department's report.

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Writers' Coffeehouse, Friendship Meal Highlight the Week

A look at a few of the events in the Willow Grove and Upper Moreland areas this week.

Writers’ Coffeehouse: On Sunday afternoon, the Philly Liars’ Club holds a free writers’ coffeehouse at Barnes & Noble in Willow Grove. Friendship Meal: Willow Grove United Methodist Church opens its doors Sunday to the public for a free community meal. Babies and Books: It’s all babies and books Tuesday morning at Upper Moreland Free Library, when infants ages six to 18 months can learn and grow together.

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New Water Spray Poles Could Cost Upper Moreland $25K

Commissioners said they will apply for a state grant and will be required to match funds if approved for new spray poles at Masons Mill Park.

The Upper Moreland commissioners authorized the township to apply for a state grant of up to $25,000 to repair and install new water spray poles at Masons Mill Park. Wednesday is the deadline to apply for the grant and commissioners indicated at their April board meeting that they will move forward in applying. Parks and Rec Director Pat Stasio said he received a verbal commitment that the project would cost between $45,000 to $50,000 to add two more poles, replace the current one and cover plumbing costs. If approved, the township will be required to match $20,000 to $25,000 in funding for the project. Do you think it's worth it to pay for new water spray poles? Stasio made a recommendation to the Parks and Rec Committee at a March …

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Who's Hiring?

Several Willow Grove Companies Look for New Employees

Need a job? These local companies are currently looking to fill positions in their offices.

Finding a job these days can be extremely difficult, so Patch is trying to make things a little easier by compiling openings in the local area. Below are positions listed this past week. Click on the links for a full description. Service/Cooking Employees BurgerMonger, a "Fresh Casual Restaurant" specializing in 100% Pure Japanese Breed Beef, will open it's first Philadelphia area restaurant in early May. We are seeking highly motivated team members to staff both service and cooking positions. Landscape Foresperson Proficiency in planting work, plant knowledge, and hardscape work is required with a strong emphasis on Patio installation and retaining wall installation based on ICPI and NCMA standards. Natural stone work as well as paver and…

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Dogs, Cats, Birds and More Up for Adoption Near Willow Grove

Looking for a pet? Adoption is a great way to go.

Many animals are in need of a new home this holiday season and there are a number of local shelters that havea a variety of pets to adopt. Whether you're looking for a dog, cat, bird, or even a horse, Petfinder.com has you covered. Other than the Montgomery County SPCA, you can choose your pet from shelters like the Delaware Valley Siberian Husky, Kitty Junction Inc. and others. Click the links to view the available pets: DOGS  |  CATS   RABBITS  |  BIRDS   HORSES  |  PIGS

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