Montgomeryville-Lansdale, PA|News|
PA To Receive Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine This Week
The Johnson & Johnson shipments mark the third coronavirus vaccine being introduced in the state.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
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Justin Heinze covers Montgomery and Chester counties in Pennsylvania for Patch. He went to Haddonfield Memorial High School in New Jersey and graduated from St. Joseph's University in 2009 with a BA in English and History. Since then he has served three terms of service with Americorps, working on and leading conservation crews in the Sonoran Desert and eastern Montana. Before Patch, he covered the military and politics for the Northwest Florida Daily News. He is pursuing an MS in Environmental Studies from Green Mountain College, and is currently at work on a novel inspired by volunteer experiences in Tanzania.
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Norristown|News|
Large Mass Vaccine Site Under Construction In King Of Prussia
The 3,000 dose-a-day site is privately run, and there is no guarantee it will receive vaccine from the state, according to reports.
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Norristown|News|
Montgomery County COVID-19 Vaccine: The Latest Updates
A new phone registration system, updates on the wait line, and in-home vaccinations of vulnerable groups. Here's the latest in Montco.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Norristown|News|
In Wake Of Montco Bowling Alley Shooting, A Community Reels
Some 50 to 75 people, including children, watched as gunfire and bloodshed erupted last weekend. Two young men have been arrested.
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Montgomeryville-Lansdale, PA|News|
New Single-Dose COVID Vaccine Expected Soon In PA
Timelines remain murky for many aspects of the vaccine rollout in Pennsylvania, as the Johnson and Johnson doses loom on the horizon.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Norristown|News|
Driver In Montco Bowling Alley Shooting Charged
The man who police said drove the accused killer from the scene of the shooting last week has been taken into custody.
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Plymouth-Whitemarsh, PA|News|
New Medical Marijuana Dispensary Opens In Plymouth Meeting
Located near the Plymouth Meeting Mall, the 3,400 square facility offers a wide variety of cannabis products.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Norristown|News|
Once Elmwood's Star Jaguar Cub, Luna Is Moving On To The Midwest
Born alongside her twin brother to much fanfare in Norristown in 2017, Luna is heading to the Midwest to support her species' survival plan.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Norristown|News|
Investigation Underway After Norristown Pizzeria Owner Attacked
A woman who tried to protect her business from a robbery was beaten by a group of men, according to police and media sources.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Norristown|News|
Montco Wait Line At 172K, As New Phone Registration Launched
Montco received its largest single week shipment of first doses yet, but it's still attempting to book appointments made back on Jan. 13.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Montgomeryville-Lansdale, PA|News|
Where To Get The Coronavirus Vaccine In Pennsylvania [UPDATED]
The state's distribution of the coronavirus vaccine has been plagued with problems. Here's the latest on how to schedule an appointment.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
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Norristown|News|
PA Receives Largest Weekly Shipment Of Vaccine Doses Yet
Pennsylvania received its largest weekly shipment of first doses yet, an increase of more than 42,000 over last week, officials said.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Abington, PA|News|
2021 PA Voter Registration Trends Not Good For GOP
Republicans had been making voter registration gains on Democrats in Pennsylvania for years. Stats show 2020 may have changed that.
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Norristown|News|
Montco To Deliver Vaccine Directly To Vulnerable Groups
A new vaccination strategy will see county teams bringing doses directly to homes.
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Lower Providence, PA|News|
Historic $4.68 Million Lottery Ticket Sold In Montgomery County
It's the eighth largest lottery ticket ever sold in Pennsylvania history, officials said.
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Norristown|News|
Indoor Cheerleading Event In Montco Became Super-Spreader: County
The indoor facility where the event was held did not submit a safety plan to the Office of Public Health, officials said.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Norristown|News|
Most, Least New COVID Cases In Montco: Town By Town
Here's a glimpse at how each town in the county has fared over the past month, as metrics continue to improve.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Lower Gwynedd-Ambler-Whitpain, PA|News|
Bomb Threat Closes Wissahickon Schools Wednesday
A bomb threat was called in to Wissahickon School District on Wednesday, leading the middle and high schools to go fully virtual.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Montgomeryville-Lansdale, PA|News|
Some Restaurants In PA Still Being Shut Down For Violations
While mitigation orders have been relaxed, some establishments are still being ordered to close due to open defiance.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Norristown|News|
PA Touts 'Milestone' In Vaccinating Nursing Homes
More than 600 skilled nursing facilities have now been fully vaccinated. But critics say they're still not receiving sufficient priority.
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