Joe LaPointe and his wife Kaitlyn founded the Abington Strong Fund to help the Abington Food Pantry and those in need due to the COVID-19 economic slowdown
Abington Strong helps those in need
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Abington Pickleball courts open Monday
The Abington Pickleball League will kick off Monday now that Gov. Baker has relaxed stay-at-home restrictions due to COVID-19
Volunteers replace flags at Mt. Vernon Cemetery in preparation for Memorial Day
Volunteers replace flags on Saturday in preparation of Memorial Day (photos by Ken Coyle)
Memorial Day in Abington will be different; but not forgotten
On Monday, Abington will be observing Memorial Day, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings, and participating in parades. However due…
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Safety matters during Memorial Day cookouts
Backyard cookouts have been given the green light this Memorial Day weekend, but local health officials are pleading for Abington residents to use common sense when gathering to prevent future COVID-19 outbreaks. "I know everyone is jonesing for a cookout…
Dogs will have their day again; Abington Dog Park to reopen May 26
After temporarily closing two months ago due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Abington Dog Park, located on Summer Street next to the Abington Senior Center, will be reopening its gates on Tuesday, May 26th. "We're very excited to have the…
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Road work coming to Washington, Hancock, Lincoln
DPW adjusts priorities amidst COVID-19 pandemic The ongoing pandemic has meant shifting priorities for the Abington Public Works Department, but road improvement projects will continue, according to Superintendent John Stone. Drivers on Washington and Hancock streets should be ready for…
Compost site open Saturday
The Abington compost site will be open this Saturday, May 23rd, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition to disposing of yard waste, Abington residents can also get rid of scrap metal for free. Scrap metal includes lawn mowers,…
Booking a big return
The Abington Public Library will start curbside pickup and dropoff starting May 26.
Questions linger around Town Elections, Town Meeting
With the state just starting to relax stay-at-home restrictions, selectmen still have questions about the best way to run Abington's annual Town Meeting and Town Elections. The board adjourned its meeting Monday night without taking a vote on what time…
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