Food insecurity concerns have been escalating throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and Jenkintown Borough would like to provide everyone with very helpful information to help support anyone struggling with food insecurity during this difficult time. 

Below is today’s press release from Governor Tom Wolf reminding Pennsylvanians that public benefit programs are available to assist families and individuals during this public health crisis, along with a list of local food cupboard donation and distribution sites AND more helpful community resources.

Governor Tom Wolf, April 18th, 2020 Press Release “Access to Food Assistance, Healthcare through Safety-Net Programs Available During COVID-19”
Continue reading COVID-19 Update: Assistance for Families and Individuals in Need →

The Borough has been asked to share this awesome campaign.

PROUDLY SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR THE JENKINTOWN HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS

Through this campaign every home in the district can now proudly display a Lawn Sign to show their support of The Jenkintown High School Graduating Class of 2020. These seniors have had a rough year, let’s show them we care! Please show your support!

By clicking this link Support Jenkintown High School Seniors  you can visit the website, choose your sign, customize it (Penn State sign) and place your order (Worker/Responder Signs available too). A portion of the sales will go to the Senior Class of 2020. Continue reading Jenkintown High School Seniors →

Jenkintown Borough continues to update the Borough website with the latest COVID-19 information and community resources that have been provided by County, State, and Federal agencies.  State Representative Steve McCarter updates the public in a message below on voting against State Bill 613 and provides more helpful community resources including donation and distribution times for local food cupboards,  Governor Wolf’s announcement on emergency SNAP benefit distribution and local feeding programs and more. Continue reading COVID 19 Update: A message from State Representative Steve McCarter Voting Against Senate Bill 613, Local Food Cupboard Information and More Helpful Community Resources →

Jenkintown Borough would like to share the following update provided by Suzanne Ryan, PECO External Affairs Manager regarding the company’s COVID-19 policies to ensure customer access to services.

“April 16, 2020 — To offer continued assistance to customers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, PECO is extending its support policies, which include suspending service disconnections, waiving new late fees, and reconnecting customers who were previously disconnected, through at least June 1.
The company’s COVID-19 policies, designed to help ensure all customers have access to safe and reliable electric service during this critical time, launched in mid-March with PECO’s announcement to suspend service disconnections and waive new late payment charges for all of customers. The commitment was extended shortly thereafter to reconnect customers who previously had their power disconnected.

“We recognize the impact of COVID-19 on our customers and communities has been greater than anyone could have imagined, with many experiencing financial difficulties and uncertainty about the future,” said Mike Innocenzo, PECO president and CEO. “We remain committed to every customer through difficult times, and we will continue to support our communities in need. During this pandemic, we will power through together.” Continue reading PECO Extends COVID-19 Customer Support Efforts Through June 1 →

Jenkintown Borough continues to update the Borough website with the latest COVID-19 information and community resources that have been provided by County, State, and Federal agencies.  Below you will find a heartfelt message to the public from Senator Art Haywood along with very helpful resources. Continue reading Coronavirus Update: Educators Assistance, Stimulus Payments, Projection Tools & More A message from Senator Art Haywood →