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April Health Inspections in Abington

How did your favorites fair during the April health inspections?

The Montgomery County Health Department in March conducted inspections of food-service establishments in Abington. Click each facility's name to see its Patch directory listing and click the date of its inspection to read the health department's report.

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Spotlight on Small Business

Handmade Artworks, Crafts at Local Abington Shop

Artisans from North America and many from the area, for sale at Dovetail Artisans.

Abington Patch: When did you open your business? Dovetail Artisans: I opened my business in May of 2007 AP: I opened my business in May of 2007 DA: My ideal customer is one who is as excited as I am about not only supporting small locally owned businesses but appreciating artwork and craft that is hand made in the United States and Canada. My customer appreciates knowing that their purchases let American artists know how much we need them in our lives. AP: What makes your business unique from others in your field? DA: What makes my business unique is that we are a gift gallery that celebrates artists from North America, many of them from right here in our neighborhood! We carry a variety of jewelry, ceramic and wood art, socks, scarves, …

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Abington Area Health Inspections

More than 40 restaurants were inspected during March.

The Montgomery County Health Department in March conducted inspections of food-service establishments in the Abington Patch area. Willow Grove Health Inspections Elevation Burger, Jimmy John's, Randazzo's Pizza, Yogurtland, and more inspected during the month of March. Abington Health Inspections Abington Jr. High, Abington Sr. Hight, Keswick Coffee House, Munchy's Pizza & Grill, and Yeung Cajun Grill among the establishments inspected in March. Jenkintown Health Inspections Fiesta Pizza V, IHOP, The WIld Dog House and more inspected in the month of March. Cheltenham Health Inspections Chick-fil-a, Bishop McDevitt High School, Frank's Pizza, Nak Won Korean bakery, Pizza Box and more inspected in the month of March.

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March Health Inspections in Abington

A Taste of Philly, Gummlai Thai, Keswick Coffee House, Mister P Pizza and more inspected in March.

The Montgomery County Health Department in March conducted inspections of food-service establishments in Abington. Click each facility's name to see its Patch directory listing and click the date of its inspection to read the health department's report.

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Manor College, Arcadia, Penn State Abington Get 'Graded'

The White House released the College Scorecard, with looks at loan repayment, costs, graduation rates and more of the nations colleges, including Manor College, Arcadia University, Penn State Abington and more.

After President Barack Obama's State of the Union Address in February, the White House has released the College Scorecard. According to the WhiteHouse.gov website, "College Scorecards in the U.S. Department of Education’s College Affordability and Transparency Center make it easier for you to search for a college that is a good fit for you." -- The average student at Arcadia University pays $24,200 a year, after grants and scholarships. A decrease of 2 percent from the institution’s 2007 to 2009 tuition costs. Families typically borrow $22,600 in Federal student loans for undergraduate study, and make payments of $260 a month over 10 years. At the Glenside institution, 4.8 percent of borrowers default on those Federal student loans within …

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What are the Top Sellers at the One Dollar Bill Store

What sells best at this long time Roslyn business?

The One Dollar Bill Store, in the Roslyn Shopping Center, has been in business for 17 years. However, in September of 2011, the store began charging $1.25 for all items in the store. Owner Brian Duross, said when shoppers buy 10 times or more, all items are $1. The most popular item sold by the One Dollar Bill Store are the balloons, both mylar and latex and filled with helium. Duross said they are the cheapest around. He told Patch that the other popular items are sodas, greeting cards, and scarves. The One Dollar Bill Store also offers lottery tickets, including Powerball.

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February Health Inspection Reports for Abington

How did your favorites fare in their February health inspections?

The Montgomery County Health Department in February conducted inspections of food-service establishments in the Abington Patch area. Click each facility's name to see its Patch directory listing and click the date of its inspection to read the health department's report.

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