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🌱 Patch AM: How an Abington Township man’s gun case added decades to life term
And on the Abington Patch calendar - Character Tea party
Hello again Abington! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How an Abington Township man’s gun case added decades to life term
- How an Abington-connected governor responded to the deadly Bristol explosion
Also on today's calendar: Character Tea party and 9 more events.
Find out what's happening in Abingtonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Today's riddle: What did the little needle say to the mother needle when it brought home a failing report card? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in Abingtonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Thursday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 46 and low of 22 degrees.
- Friday: An icy mix, up to 1", temps: high: 30, low: 27.
- Saturday: A.M. freezing drizzle; cloudy, with a high of 33 and low of 29 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Former Junkluggers of Willow Grove coworkers receive gun trafficking sentences in addition to life terms for murder (glensidelocal.com) — An Abington Township resident from Jenkintown has received an additional 15–30 year state prison sentence for his role in a gun trafficking organization, on top of an existing life term for a Lower Merion murder. The case also involves a coworker from Philadelphia, with both men formerly employed at a Willow Grove junk removal business, underscoring regional concerns about violent crime and illegal firearms. 
• Lower Moreland first responders assist with Bristol nursing home explosion which killed at least 2, Gov. Shapiro issues statement (glensidelocal.com) — Abington Township’s own Governor Josh Shapiro publicly praised first responders after a deadly explosion at a Bristol Township nursing home that killed at least two people and injured or displaced many others. Lower Moreland-based Fetters Mill Fire Rescue helped coordinate relocating dozens of residents during a 10-hour operation, highlighting how nearby departments and leaders with Abington ties mobilized in the crisis.
📸 Around Abington
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Abington
★ Featured events ★
- Character Tea party
Mandell Campus Theater, Old York Road and Melrose Ave, Elkins Pk 19027,
9:45 am - Lower Your Expectations 9
2349 Decatur Ave, Willow Grove
6:00 pm
Friday December 26
Saturday December 27
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Other local events
- Stitch and Chat
Roslyn Branch Library , 2412 Avondale Ave , Abington
1:00 pm - Upper Moreland High School TRK G V Away OPEN (@ Armory NY)
Upper Moreland High School , 2900 Terwood Road , Willow Grove
8:30 am - Brick Builders
Roslyn Branch Library , 2412 Avondale Ave , Abington
10:00 am - Get Started: iPad - Apple
Apple Willow Grove Park , 2500 W Moreland Rd , Willow Grove
10:30 am - Workshop: Take Better Photos on iPhone - Apple
Apple Willow Grove Park , 2500 W Moreland Rd , Willow Grove
4:30 pm - Kids: Draw a Festive Scene with Snoopy - Apple
Apple Willow Grove Park , 2500 W Moreland Rd , Willow Grove
3:30 pm - Hangover Ball 2026
2519 Jenkintown Rd , Glenside
1:00 pm - Reconnect & Reclaim: An 8-Week Series for Women
F.L.O.W. Wellness Center: 2 Hidden Lane , 2 Hidden Ln
12:30 pm - Super Full Wolf Moon Sound Journey + Yoga Nidra
F.L.O.W. Wellness Center: 2 Hidden Lane , 2 Hidden Ln
6:30 pm - FREE Virtual Nutrition Lunch & Learn - A Fresh Start: Goals, Intentions & Your Well-Being Reset
12:00 pm
Friday December 26
Saturday December 27
Sunday December 28
Thursday January 1
Saturday January 3
Wednesday January 7
📣 Abington Shout Outs!
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Thank you 👏👏👏 to the local businesses for making Abington PatchAM possible:
- FLOW Wellness Center — (267) 209-0449
Go with the FLOW! - EB Literacy: Bridging Gaps and Building Skills — (215) 887-1570
Helping Children with Dyslexia and Dysgraphia Thrive - Valley Blinds — (570) 232-3312
Valley Blinds: Your Local Custom Window Treatment Experts! - Brilliant Baby & Beyond — 215-944-4460
Calling all babies & toddlers to come play with their parent - Mindsee.it — (646) 663-8317
Teach your kids they can achieve the impossible! - Abington Aesthetics and Wellness Center
Where Total Wellness Meets Modern Aesthetics
Click here to show your appreciation! 💚
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hut American Group, LLC posted a job opening for Team Member in Abington. Apply here.
- Panera Bread Co posted a job opening for Cafe Baker in Jenkintown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Abington here.
🗞 Nearby News
Jenkintown
- New Jenkintown School Board President Delivers Message (patch.com)
- The Marc David Foundation (insidephilanthropy.com)
Glenside
- J's GourAmaze in Elkins Park announces new winter hours for handcrafted treats, gag gifts, novelties, magic supplies, and more (glensidelocal.com)
Horsham
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I guess I’m not as sharp as I thought.
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