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🌱 Patch AM: Fire Prevention Events Planned In Eastern Montco

Be sure to catch 97th Juried Art Show at Phillips' Mill on the Abington Patch calendar

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In today's newsletter:

  • Abington's Weldon Fire Company opens doors for Fire Prevention Week
  • How Abington neighbors are responding to racist graffiti at a local playground
  • Abington joins regional push toward 100 percent clean, renewable energy

Also on today's calendar: 97th Juried Art Show at Phillips' Mill and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is clean when it is black and dirty when it is white? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and beautiful, with a high of 77 and low of 48 degrees.
  • Friday: Sunny and beautiful, temps: high: 72, low: 46.
  • Saturday: Pleasant with high clouds, with a high of 72 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Fire Prevention Events Planned In Eastern Montco (patch.com) — Fire departments across eastern Montgomery County, including Weldon Fire Company in Abington Township, are hosting public events for National Fire Prevention Week. Residents can visit local stations, learn about lithium-ion battery safety for everyday devices, and pick up practical tips to reduce fire risks at home while connecting with their neighborhood firefighters.
   

2. Abington Reacting To Racist Graffiti With Rally (patch.com) — Abington Township officials and neighbors are gathering Thursday evening at Glenside Weldon Park to reclaim the playground where racist graffiti was found and show support for unity. The "Abington United" rally runs from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., and police are still seeking information from anyone who may know who is responsible for the antisemitic and anti-Black vandalism.
   

3. Clean And Renewable Energy Resolution Passed In Jenkintown (patch.com) — Jenkintown Borough has joined more than 45 area municipalities, including Abington Township, in formally committing to a transition toward clean and renewable energy. This regional "Ready 100" push means Abington is part of a growing countywide effort to work with utilities, set long-term sustainability goals, and prioritize health, safety, and livability for local residents.
   

4. Penn State announces 2026 Presidential Public Impact Research Awards (psu.edu) — Penn State has awarded new Presidential Public Impact Research grants to several faculty-student teams, including multiple projects based at Penn State Abington. For local residents, that means Abington-linked researchers will be working with Philadelphia schools, health groups, and education organizations on issues like youth health equity, multilingual reading support, and helping school leaders navigate tough community conversations.
   

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  • Yard Sale - 735 Highland Ave in Abington Sat 10 Sep, 9:00 AM
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  • I eventually plan on putting a list out where people can donate their Halloween STRAW bales for cat shelters when they are done with them.
    Maybe some people bought too much for Halloween and will have some leftover before then too. Which rescues or organizations do you know for sure … (Nextdoor Roslyn)
  • Advantage Solutions posted a job opening for Retail Merchandiser in Abington. Apply here.
  • Target posted a job opening for Specialty Sales (Style, Tech, Beauty, Beauty Studio) (T1256) in Abington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Abington here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What is clean when it is black and dirty when it is white?" — A chalk board (Thank you Charlie H. for sending it in!)
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