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Spring-Ford Board Splits 5-4 Against Seeking Competing Health Center Bids
A dispute over provider selection sparked accusations that a separate vote on up to $12 million in school construction financing was used as leverage.
Student-Run Thrift Store Opens at Spring-Ford Area High School
The Ram Stand, developed through the STEP Program and Worthwhile Thrift, gives special education students work-based learning experience.
Upper Providence Approves Zoning Step for Spring-Ford Employee Health Clinic
Neighbors raised traffic and drainage concerns over the proposed Bechtel Road clinic.
Brooke Elementary Expansion Could Raise Enrollment to About 660
The project would add about 12 classrooms as Spring-Ford prepares to expand its elementary school programming.
Spring-Ford Creating Esports Arena in Freshman Center
The district plans to launch a new esports club in early 2027, connecting competitive gaming with STEM and digital media.
Welding Equipment Maker Proposes Training Center in Limerick
As part of a potential partnership, Lincoln Electric would donate about $80,000 in equipment to the Western Montgomery Career and Technology Center.
Spring-Ford Teacher Faces Dismissal; Family Wants Public Hearing
The Spring-Ford Area School Board voted Monday to approve a resolution advancing dismissal proceedings against a district teacher identified as Jasmine Ewing.
Students Preserve Memories as New Manderach Playground Rises
Officials say the new playground is on pace for a summer opening, while a community effort is underway to return salvaged donor pickets to residents.
Jim Scanlon Concludes Tenure as Spring-Ford Interim Superintendent
As the district prepares for its next chapter, incoming superintendent Jay Burkhart is set to begin April 1.
Spring-Ford Approves New Bus Contractor, With Plan Projected to Save About $1.7M
The board also adopted a 10-year facilities roadmap focused on renovations, elementary expansion, and future full-day kindergarten.
Data Centers: Limerick Ordinance Review Begins as East Vincent Reschedules Hearing
April proceedings for both projects are expected to draw significant public attention.
Limerick Supervisors Discuss Rules for Public Questions Ahead of Data Center Hearing
A special meeting focused on public comment rules and legal limits ahead of upcoming conditional use hearings related to a proposed data center in the township.
Spring-Ford School Board Backs Participation in Limerick Data Center Hearing
The proposal is expected to return to the Limerick Township Planning Commission on April 9, followed by a hearing before the Limerick Board of Supervisors on April 14.
Caution Urged as Developers Explore Commercial Plan Near Limerick Cemetery
The conceptual proposal includes office buildings and a retail pad, but supervisors said more due diligence is needed to confirm the location of possible burial sites near the adjacent cemetery.
Spring-Ford Schools Close for Winter Storm, Board Meeting Rescheduled
Spring-Ford Area School District will be closed Monday, with all district buildings shuttered and the school board meeting moved to Wednesday evening due to an impending winter storm.