I have been sensing a bit of confusion throughout the community, and I want to do a little Q&A this week.

Q: Is the Senior Fair coming up or did I miss it?
A: I’m glad you asked. The Senior Fair is coming up on Thursday, September 18th. You should come.

Q: If I’m a high school senior, but am not sure what I want to do with my life, is the Senior Fair for me?
A: You’re not the sort of “Senior” we’re talking about! Go back to class!

Q: I may be 72, but don’t call me a senior! I’m a "seasoned saint." Is there any reason for me to go?
A: Yes! For some reason, we offer seasoned saints like you the same great benefits and money-saving tricks that we offer older people. You may as well come and hear about it.

Q: Will there be pretzels?
A: Absolutely! If you would register in advance, it helps us ensure that we have enough pretzels for everyone. Also, coffee and donuts! 

Q: Does SEPTA still do the senior discount cards?
A: So far, so good… Yes! Come and sign up.

Q: I’m the caretaker for my senior parent. Can I come to the Senior Fair to get information for my loved one.
A: Absolutely. YES! We have plenty of great information on services, benefits, protections, and community supports for our seniors and those who love them. Come on out!

See you all on Thursday, September 18th from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m! 

Football season has started. Eagles are 1-0, and Cowboys are 0-1. It's a great day to be an Eagles fan!

Join our office and Representative Ben Sanchez for a free shredding and electronics recycling event. Safely dispose of old documents and unwanted electronics at no cost.

When: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday, September 6th
Where: Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA, 19027.

Please enter on Meetinghouse Road via Township Line Road. Call our office at 215-572-5210 with any questions.

Mark your calendar for Wednesday, September 10th, from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. at Curtis Dog Park, 1250 W. Church Road, Wyncote, PA 19095. Join us for our Bark in the Park Dog Licensing Event to get your dog licensed quickly and easily!

Pennsylvania law requires all dogs eight weeks and older to be licensed. Representatives from the Montgomery County Treasurer’s Office and the Cheltenham Township Police Department will be available to help.

Please bring:

• A Permanent Identification Verification Form signed by your veterinarian (print it online or pick one up at our office)

• Proof of your dog’s rabies vaccination

• Payment by check, money order (payable to “Montgomery County Treasurer”), or cash

Licensing fees:

• Annual license: $8.70

• Permanent license: $52.70

• Senior (65+) and disabled discounts available: $6.70 annually or $36.70 permanently (bring proof of age or disability)

• Permanent licenses are available only for dogs that are microchipped or tattooed.

Please ensure your dog is properly trained and, on a leash, while getting licensed. Note that park rules do not allow dogs under six months old or dogs in heat.

Questions? Contact us at 215-572-5210.

You may have heard that a couple of weeks ago, one of Mitzvah Circle Foundation’s storage trailers caught fire. While everyone is safe, and emergency responders were able to put out the fire, the loss was insurmountable. Damage from the fire, water and smoke caused a loss of $1.2 million in new, wholesale purchased goods that were planned to be distributed to families in their communities.

These items included new clothing and back packs for students to begin their school year with dignity, undergarments, shoes, diapers and 200 pack n plays. The pack n plays typically go to hospitals, which they give to families who cannot afford a crib, ensuring infants can sleep safely at home.

The initial news story can be found here. 

My office is collecting the items in the graphic above to help replace some of the items they lost. You can drop off these items at my office, 115 E. Glenside Ave., Suite 8. Please call my office with any questions, 215-572-5210.

My office received the following update from PECO regarding a four-stage electric upgrade project in Cheltenham Township and Jenkintown Borough, that will enhance the local electric distribution system.

According to PECO, phases two and three are complete and almost all of the work for phase one is done. Construction to finish phase one is set to start in January 2026.

PECO anticipates starting on phase four, in LATE October of 2025, in Cheltenham. Prior to any work starting on your street, PECO will distribute a door hanger to let you know when work will begin. All lane closures will be clearly marked.

Construction will be Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. To find more information on the project, please visit: peco.com/elkinspark

PennDOT is hosting a job fair on Saturday, September 13th, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the PennDOT Maintenance Office, located at 2005 Swede Rd., Norristown, PA 19401.

Interested individuals are encouraged to create an account at employment.pa.gov and apply for open positions before attending the event. This is a great opportunity to explore career opportunities with PennDOT and speak directly with recruiters.

Harrisburg Office

325 Irvis Office Building

PO Box 202154

Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 783-1079

Glenside Office

115 East Glenside Avenue

Suite 8
Glenside, PA 19038
(215) 572-5210