Shooter Goes to Court, Trump Sells Cookies: Eastern Montco News

EASTERN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PA — Political cookies favoring former President Donald Trump are flying off the shelves at a Hatboro bakery. Meanwhile, the Abington Township School District has hired a new equity officer.

These were some of the stories in the news this past week in Eastern Montgomery County:

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Trump cookie sales soar at Lochel’s Bakery

Lochel’s Bakery in Hatboro is selling popular political cookies for President Joseph Biden and former President Donald Trump.

Eastern Montco Shooting Case Goes to Court

Attorneys for Maurice Byrd of Horsham argued during a hearing Thursday that the fatal shooting of a Hatboro man was in self-defense.

Lower Bucks Flash Flood Victims Commemorated

Lawmakers pay their respects to the seven people who died in flooding in Upper Makefield Township last July.

Horsham Steakhouse Named One of the Best in the Philly Area

Philadelphia Magazine named Na’Brasa Steakhouse on Horsham Road one of the best places to eat.

New Equity Officer Appointed in Abington School District

Carmen Lesesne began her role on July 1. She will support Abington’s 8,600 students and 1,200 staff.

PA Turnpike Bridge Renovation Work Impacting East Montco Drivers

The Levittown Bridge renovation project is expected to last until mid-August and will impact drivers on the PA Turnpike and Interstate 95.