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Wiss Now's weekly newsletter
James Kratch
January 08, 2025
James Short | Wiss Now
Welcome back to Wiss Now’s weekly newsletter! Is a little gal or guy in your life about to head off to Kindergarten? If so, make sure you are aware of these key upcoming dates for the Wissahickon School District.
In This Week's Email:
Wapner Newman: We Have Our Clients’ Backs
Victims of medical malpractice and other catastrophic injuries often have only one chance to right the wrong done to them. Wapner Newman understands this and tirelessly fights for the compensation our clients need so they can make the most of this opportunity. Our clients matter deeply to us. We make it a priority to ensure they get the high-quality, award-winning support they deserve, whenever they need it. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
📆 Upcoming Nearby Events
Friday, Jan. 9
🏳️🌈 LGBTQ Existence and Community Building | Upper Dublin Public Library | 7 p.m., more details here
🤣 Comedy Night | Well Crafted Beer in Lansdale | 7 p.m., more details here
Saturday, Jan. 11
📣 Battle of the Counties Cheer Competition | MCCC Blue Bell | 9 a.m., more details here
🌲 Bare Naked Trees | Morris Arboretum in Philadelphia | 11 a.m., more details here
Saturday, Jan. 11-Sunday, Jan. 12
🐗 Boar’s Head & Yule Log Festival | St. Peter’s Church in Lafayette Hill | Multiple times, more details here
You can find a calendar of events for the towns in the Wiss Now region by following these links: Ambler | Lower Gwynedd | Upper Dublin | Whitemarsh | Whitpain | Regional calendar
🚨 Blue Bell Pedestrians Killed On New Year’s Eve
James Short | Wiss Now
Two elderly women were killed and a third was seriously injured after being struck by a car in Blue Bell on New Year’s Eve.
The women were crossing the street near Phil’s Tavern around 6:30 p.m. when a driver traveling south on Butler Avenue collided with them. Whitpain Township Police said the driver was cooperating with the investigation and asked anyone with information regarding the incident to contact them.
🏛️ An Inside Look At How Montco Works
Unsure how county-level government operates? You are not alone! Which is why Wiss Now and Access Media recently concluded the “Managing Montco” series — introducing readers to Montgomery County’s commissioners and row officers and examining the roles those individuals have. You can find the full series here.
🗞️ News Links
📚 Help Wanted At Upper Dublin Library
The Upper Dublin Public Library is seeking a new children’s librarian as well as one or two part-time library pages to assist patrons. You can find out more about the openings and how to apply right here.
✍️ Two Free Pennies: It’s OK To Not Be OK
Life is hard and sometimes you need a break. Regional Editor Melissa S. Finley discusses how accepting mental health is a great first step in her weekly column, which you can read here.
🏘️ In Other Nearby News
To keep up with news outside the Wiss Now area, make sure to subscribe to the weekly newsletters for our siblings sites — North Penn Now and Central Bucks Now — and our daily sports newsletter from On Pattison.
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🐶 Rescue of the Week
James Short | Wiss Now
Meet Teddy, a 10-year-old Boston Terrier being fostered through Home At Last Dog Rescue.
Teddy is looking for a new home after his owner was unable to care for him; he was initially rescued from a Lancaster puppy mill. He is likes walks, but prefers to dictate where he goes. He is independent, crate- and house trained and while he likes other pets on his own terms, he would be best off as the only pet in his new home.
If you are interested in adopting Teddy or would like more information, you can reach out to Home At Last Dog Rescue at [email protected] or visit the group's website.
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📊 This Week’s Poll
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