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In today's newsletter:

  • How a weekend visit ended in a deadly Abington apartment shooting
  • Why is Abington native Josh Shapiro drawing so much national buzz?

Also on today's calendar: Hiring Event at The Quadrangle and 9 more events.

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Today's riddle: Can February March? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Cold with clouds and sun, with a high of 29 and low of 21 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Breezy and not as cold, temps: high: 44, low: 26.
  • Thursday: Some sun, then clouds, with a high of 48 and low of 43 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Eddystone girl, 15, held for trial in gunshot death of Abington boy, 17 (delcotimes.com) — A 15-year-old from Delaware County has been ordered to stand trial in Montgomery County in connection with the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Baseem “Seyven” Baker inside his Old York Road apartment in Abington Township’s Jenkintown section. Prosecutors say she brought a stolen revolver to the apartment, where it discharged and killed Baker; she now faces third-degree murder and related firearm charges as an adult.
   

• Why is Governor Josh Shapiro Suddenly Everywhere? (montco.today) — Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, who grew up in Abington, is suddenly drawing intense national attention through major magazine profiles and editorials highlighting his bipartisan appeal and rising influence. While commentators debate his ambition and political style, the coverage largely overlooks his upcoming 2026 reelection race, even as polls show him maintaining broad support in a polarized climate.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Jenkintown

  • Communication Solutions Group of Jenkintown receives Pepperpot Award, Ladle Award for public relations campaigns (glensidelocal.com)
  • Keswick Community Resilience Coalition offers tips to prevent and handle snow damage (glensidelocal.com)

Glenside

  • House of Magic in Glenside to host Cassidy / Miller / Mozzarella on Dec. 19, Lindsey Noel Dec. 20 (glensidelocal.com)
  • Starship Still Soaring At Philly Area Show (patch.com)
  • Replacement of Waverly Road bridge in Cheltenham to begin late January 2026, full detour planned (glensidelocal.com)

Lower Moreland

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