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Election Day 2026: What PA Voters Should Know
The Pennsylvania Department of State has numerous helpful reminders for voters for Tuesday's midterm election.
Nov 2, 2026Homeland Security Arrests Man On Abington Felony Warrant
Wenceslao Boccelli Vargas was wanted in Abington for drug and liquor offenses, including giving minors alcohol, federal authorities said.
Oct 29, 2026Backyard Fire Pits Ignite Fiery Debate Over Good Neighbors And Bad Smoke: Block Talk
Some people love a cozy backyard fire. Others are tired of having their houses fill with smoke. Neighborliness turns down the temperature.
Oct 29, 2026Abington Names New Commissioners Chairman
Vice President Matt Vahey was appointed to replace Abington Commissioners Chairman Thomas Hecker, who resigned to focus more on his job.
Oct 28, 2026Tyson Avenue Bridge Closing For Repairs
Abington Township officials said the bridge work begins Monday and will last into mid-December.
Oct 26, 2026Abington Area General Election Voter Guide 2026
Voters in the Abington area will go to the polls in the Nov. 3 general election. Find out who is on the ballot and where to vote.
Oct 23, 2026Abington Township Public Library to host 3 Town Hall events in November to discuss plans for new library
Abington Township Public Library will host three Town Hall events in November to discuss the ways in which community surveys, … Continue reading "Abington Township Public Library to host 3 Town Hall events in November to discuss plans for new library...
Oct 20, 2026Briar Bush Nature Center Gets $93K Grant
State Rep. Ben Sanchez secured the grant to help pay for the Phase II rehabilitation of the Abington Township nature center.
Oct 19, 2026Conklin Pool Condition Raises 'Serious Concerns' In Cheltenham
With the Melrose Pool decision made, one Cheltenham commissioner stated that the Conklin Pool
Oct 15, 2026Abington Township Seeks New Commissioner
Abington Commissioners seek a replacement for Chairman Thomas Hecker, who recently announced his resignation.
Oct 14, 2026Briar Bush Nature Center of Abington to improve amenities with state grant
Press Release: State Rep. Ben Sanchez is applauding $93,100 in state grant funding from the state Department of Conservation and … Continue reading "Briar Bush Nature Center of Abington to improve amenities with state grant" The post Briar Bush Natur...
Oct 14, 2026Abington, Upper Dublin receive mini-grants from Bird Town Pennsylvania
Abington, Upper Dublin receive mini-grants from Bird Town Pennsylvania Glenside Local
Oct 13, 2026