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North Penn Works on Housing Attainability
May 20th Editor's note: This article contains an update on further Transit Oriented Development and housing discussions with WB Homes. In the North Penn area, two communities continue discussions about strategies to boost workforce, attainable housing. Lansdale Borough officials and the public continue conversing with Chris Canavan of WB Homes about a proposal for 74 townhomes on Church Road near the Pennbrook train station. As reported in March, members of Borough Council w
Michael Hays
May 94 min read


Analysis: Towamencin Makes Major Decision on Freddy Hill
Freddy Hill Farms, a short walk from my childhood home, will officially close for good Sept. 28. That’s the same week I will close on my...
Michael Hays
Sep 13, 20253 min read


Municipal Updates: Genny's Place Vote this Week, Freddy Hill, and more
Here is a condensed version of what's happening on the housing front near your community: Norristown – While the county-funded...
Michael Hays
Jun 25, 20251 min read


Housing Costs Strain My Dad, a 45-year Carpenter
As the son of a builder, housing advocacy is personal to me. My parents’ story and struggles are not uncommon in Pennsylvania or elsewhere.
Michael Hays
Jan 3, 20254 min read


Letter: Philly's Problems Are Montco's Problems
A day after World Press Freedom Day, we would like to share a letter-to-the-editor written by Towamencin Supervisor Kofi Osei (originally...
Michael Hays
May 4, 20242 min read


Help Shape Land Use & Housing Planning
Every 10 to 20 years, citizens have an opportunity to help shape the land use and character of their communities. The process is called...
Michael Hays
Jan 21, 20242 min read
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