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🌱 Patch AM: West Nile Virus Found In Mosquito, School Scandal Aftermath: Eastern Montco News

Also, don't miss Multi Family Garage Sale on the Abington Patch calendar

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Greetings Abington! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Abington residents asked to help decide future of local pools
  • How Abington's trees quietly protect your street from flooding
  • Which Abington Ghosts are expected to shine this football season?

Also on today's calendar: Multi Family Garage Sale and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: How fast is milk when you pour it? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 79 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 78, low: 64.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• West Nile Virus Found In Mosquito, School Scandal Aftermath: Eastern Montco News (patch.com) — Eastern Montgomery County residents, including those in Abington Township, are being updated on several local issues, from a West Nile-positive mosquito in Horsham to leadership changes in Cheltenham schools and debates over Hatboro's fiscal transparency. Abington neighbors are specifically invited to weigh in on a new feasibility study that will shape the future of the Crestmont and Penbryn community pools.
   

• Abington Shade Tree Commission (glensidelocal.com) — Abington's Shade Tree Commission is reminding residents how crucial mature trees are for reducing neighborhood flooding, slowing stormwater, and stabilizing soil during heavy summer storms. The column explains how the township's tree canopy diverts millions of gallons of runoff annually and invites neighbors to learn more, volunteer, or subscribe to updates from the commission.
   

• Abington football standouts preparing for 2026 season (theintell.com) — Abington High's football Ghosts are gearing up for the 2026 season, with returning standouts highlighted at nearly every position. Local fans can look for linemen, skill players, and head coach Bruce Fleming as they prepare to represent Abington under the Friday night lights.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • SAS Retail Services posted a job opening for Retail Merchandiser in Abington. Apply here.
  • Pennsylvania State University posted a job opening for Part Time - Athletics - Game Day Support Staff in Abington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Abington here.

🗞 Nearby News

Jenkintown

  • New Barnes & Noble in Jenkintown to host grand opening in September (glensidelocal.com)

Glenside

  • West Moreland Ave. in Hatboro receives 60 yards of concrete (glensidelocal.com)
  • Enclave at Melrose Park's new plans include 33 more homes than initially proposed, county planners say (glensidelocal.com)
  • I deleted Instagram for two weeks. Now I see why people pay for Brick and other app-blockers (inquirer.com)

Hatboro

  • Sunshine and comfortable dewpoints coming back again (wfmz.com)
  • It's Almost Game Time – [your]NEWS (yournews.com)

Ok Abington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: It's "Pasturized" before you know it! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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