Taxes Doubled, Inverness Lane Bridge, New Events Board Top Local News

Just in case you missed a day at Patch, which can happen but shouldn't (sign up for our free newsletters), here's a look at the top headlines around our area this week:

School District Wants to Tax Residents Double the Allowance
Local residents can expect to see around a 4-percent increase to their taxes as the Lower Moreland School Board configures its budget.

Funding Issues Delay Inverness Lane Bridge Reconstruction
Lower Moreland Township has decided to re-open the bidding process for the overhaul of the Inverness Lane Bridge.

Lower Moreland Vice President Speaks on Women's Role in the Workplace
Jill Blumhardt was recently selected to speak with other panel members about the joys and challenges of being a woman in the work field.

Lower Moreland Recognized as a Top Music Community in the Country
National music program NAMM selected Lower Moreland as 'A Best Community for Music Education.'

Lower Moreland Creates a new Community Events Board
The Community Events Board is looking to expand the number of events it hosts in the township.

Athletic Fields Construction Underway in Lower Moreland
Construction crews are working to get the multi-sport athletic fields ready to be used by the schools, township events, HVAA and the public.