Volunteers replace flags on Saturday in preparation of Memorial Day (photos by Ken Coyle)
Volunteers replace flags at Mt. Vernon Cemetery in preparation for Memorial Day
Category: Community Connection
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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The Class of 2020 will persevere through disappointment
It's graduation season. For Abington High School seniors, traditionally around this time they would be boarding buses, donned in their caps and gown, to partake in the ceremonial Senior Stroll -- that final walk through their each of their schools from…
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Walmart reopens after tests, cleaning
Number of employees positive for COVID-19 not yet known The Abington Walmart is again open for business after closing last week for employee testing and cleaning. The Abington Walmart reopened Sunday after closing for three days in order to test…
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