A solemn goodbye

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The Wissahickon School Board voted to close the K-3 elementary school in Ambler at a Jan. 14 meeting, following a recommendation from the administration last June.[/caption]

Developing a Dream

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NAS-JRB Willow Grove has been sitting idle since its official closure in September 2011. The redevelopment board has adopted a plan to reuse the 910 acres of land within the naval…

Claiming innocence

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Olesia and Hamlet Garcia were charged with theft and conspiracy for allegedly illegally enrolling their daughter in an Upper Moreland school.[/caption]

Going green

By Megan Badger

Wire Managing Editor

Recycling is good for the environment.

And now, it’s a way to save money and boost business.

Experience Ambler Restaurant Week

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Ambler Main Street’s fourth Ambler Restaurant Week takes place through Jan. 27 and includes 14 local eateries.[/caption]

Green Dot scam continues to be a threat

By John Loftus

Wire Staff Writer

Scams never die. They just fade away for a while — but just a while.

During the summer, the Midweek Wire reported con artists were targeting PECO…

Welcome to Grandma’s

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Owner and chef John Vallario of Grandma’s Grotto in Horsham has created a gluten free menu with 78 dishes and makes more than 30 gluten-free bakery items.[/caption]

Finding fun in fitness

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Fitness specialist Jenn Conway teaches Gabrielle Williams to use the leg press during a BMI Busters class last week. The class teaches nutrition and exercise to students ages 7…