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ARSON INVESTIGATION

The Upper Merion Police Department is investigating several suspicious fires at the Swedeland Park. Three separate incidents have occurred i...
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TWO UMPD DETECTIVES HONORED BY DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE

On Wednesday May 13, 2026, Upper Merion Detectives Jay Nakahara and Mike Davis were recognized by the Montgomery County District Attorney's ...
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CONGRATULATIONS DETECTIVES ROMBERGER AND SMULL!

On Thursday May 7th 2026, Upper Merion Detectives Matt Romberger and Bob Smull were honored by the Burlington County (NJ) Prosecutor's Offic...
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HAPPY ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS' DAY!

Happy Administrative Professionals' Day! We’re taking a moment in our social media space to say thank you to the incredible people in our ...
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Victim Services Center

As April marks Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we want to take this opportunity to ensure that everyone in Montgomery County knows about the...
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Upper Merion Police Receive Distinguished Trilogy Award

The Upper Merion Township Police Department has earned the distinguished FBI-Law Enforcement Executive Development Association (FBI-LEEDA) A...
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Road Construction Project Starting Today

A utility line services road construction project is scheduled to begin on Monday, March 30, 2026, and is expected to last approximately 3-4...
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We're heading to the New Jersey Law Enforcement Career Fair!

Are you considering a career in law enforcement or simply curious about the profession? Don't miss this exciting opportunity to learn more! ...
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RT 202 CLOSED STARTING TODAY

Starting today, a section of Rt 202 southbound will be closed to address recurring sinkhole issues.Traffic on Rt 202 South will be rerouted ...
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Upper Merion Police Department Takes the Polar Plunge for Sp...

Members of the Upper Merion Police Department took part in the 2026 Polar Plunge, supporting the Pennsylvania Special Olympics. This morning...
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News Feed

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Nov 6, 2026
Unified Command continues cleanup and recovery efforts at the incident site in Upper Merion Township. Our top priorities remain protecting public health and safety and minimizing environmental impacts. Crews are recovering jet fuel at the site of the strike and the incident sc...
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Nov 6, 2026
The Upper Merion Township Department of Public Safety continues to monitor the situation involving the fuel spill in the area of Swedesburg that began on Thursday, November 5.  Though emergency crews have cleared from the area, a large contingent of recovery specialists r...
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Nov 5, 2026
The Upper Merion Township Police Department and Emergency Services continue to monitor the situation involving a gasoline pipeline that was struck earlier today. This update follows the earlier Shelter-in-Place advisory issued to residents in the surrounding area. There is cur...
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Nov 5, 2026
Upper Merion Township authorities are actively addressing a gasoline spill in the vicinity of the Insurance Auto Auction on River Road. Motorists are advised to steer clear of the stretch of River Road between East 4th Street and B Street, as multiple emergency response vehicl...
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Nov 4, 2026
The Upper Merion Police Department is warning residents of a surge in reported scams in our community. It's essential to stay informed and vigilant to avoid falling victim to these fraudulent activities. To help you stay safe, we've compiled a list of commonly reported scams a...
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Oct 30, 2026
On Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 5:00pm, Upper Merion Police, Fire, and EMS responded to the Valley Forge Towers front circle for the report of a pedestrian accident.  There were two patients, both of whom were transported to local trauma hospitals for treatment. One of t...
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Oct 30, 2026
The Upper Merion Police Department wishes everyone a Happy Halloween tomorrow! As our community prepares for a fun-filled evening of trick-or-treating, we would like to share some important safety tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable night for all.
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Oct 27, 2026
Upper Merion Township is advising residents and motorists of an upcoming lane closure on northbound Henderson Road due to scheduled pipe replacement work by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). Traffic Restriction Details: • Dates: 7:00 AM on Monday, Novemb...
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Oct 22, 2026
The Pennsylvania State Police has cancelled the missing and endangered advisory issued last night, as the individual has been successfully located and confirmed to be safe. Thank you
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Oct 7, 2026
National Night Out Event a Huge Success! The Upper Merion Township Police Department would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of our National Night Out event. We were thrilled to see such a large turnout from our wonderful community...
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