Our Veterans Service Department and its amazing volunteers were featured on WCVB Channel 5 for their work identifying Purple Heart recipients. See their incredible work in this 5 for Good segment. https://www.wcvb.com/article/5-for-good-abington-volunteers-identify-dozens-of-purple-heart-recipients/70680113
The Abington Commission on Disabilities is currently seeking new members.
This volunteer board plays an important role in advocating for accessibility, inclusion, and the needs of residents with disabilities in our community. If you are passionate about making Abington more accessible and equitable, we encourage you to get involved.
To learn more or express interest, please contact Municipal ADA Coordinator Kevin Cogan at kcogan@abingtonma.gov.
This volunteer board plays an important role in advocating for accessibility, inclusion, and the needs of residents with disabilities in our community. If you are passionate about making Abington more accessible and equitable, we encourage you to get involved.
To learn more or express interest, please contact Municipal ADA Coordinator Kevin Cogan at kcogan@abingtonma.gov.
Registration is now open for Abington's youth summer programming! Learn more and register at https://abingtonma.myrec.com/info/default.aspx .
Abington residents, your voice matters! Join Chief John Bonney for the 1st Chat with the Chief Series to hear directly about budget concerns, the upcoming override and how it will impact public safety.
📍 Where: Abington Police Department- Community Room
📅 When: Tuesday, March 10th, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 p.m.
All are welcome and no topics are off limits.
Please share with family, friends and neighbors.
📢 More locations and dates will be announced soon, stay tuned!
📍 Where: Abington Police Department- Community Room
📅 When: Tuesday, March 10th, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 p.m.
All are welcome and no topics are off limits.
Please share with family, friends and neighbors.
📢 More locations and dates will be announced soon, stay tuned!
🚧 Water Main Break – Colonel Hunt Drive
There is a water main break on Colonel Hunt Drive. Residents in the immediate area may experience temporary water outages while the Abington–Rockland Joint Water Works (ARJWW) completes repairs.
Thank you for your patience while crews work to resolve the issue.
There is a water main break on Colonel Hunt Drive. Residents in the immediate area may experience temporary water outages while the Abington–Rockland Joint Water Works (ARJWW) completes repairs.
Thank you for your patience while crews work to resolve the issue.
⏰ Summer Program Registration Reminder!
Registration opens Tuesday, March 10 at 8:00 AM for residents and Thursday, March 12 for nonresidents.
We recommend logging into your account ahead of time to make sure you’re able to access it. If you have any questions or run into issues with your account, please reach out before registration opens.
Visit: www.abingtonrec.com
📞 781-982-2125
📧 kjohnson@abingtonma.gov
Registration opens Tuesday, March 10 at 8:00 AM for residents and Thursday, March 12 for nonresidents.
We recommend logging into your account ahead of time to make sure you’re able to access it. If you have any questions or run into issues with your account, please reach out before registration opens.
Visit: www.abingtonrec.com
📞 781-982-2125
📧 kjohnson@abingtonma.gov
We need your help to improve accessibility in Abington.
The Town is currently conducting an ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan and is looking for community volunteers to complete self-assessments across town facilities and services. This feedback is essential in identifying barriers and planning future improvements.
Volunteer today: https://form.typeform.com/to/SFeiCTCB
The Town is currently conducting an ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan and is looking for community volunteers to complete self-assessments across town facilities and services. This feedback is essential in identifying barriers and planning future improvements.
Volunteer today: https://form.typeform.com/to/SFeiCTCB
‼️REMINDER‼️
🚙 Excise Tax bills are due on March 19, 2026.
Bills can be paid in several ways:
📬by mail
🏛at Town Hall
💳💻Online through UniPay
🚙 Excise Tax bills are due on March 19, 2026.
Bills can be paid in several ways:
📬by mail
🏛at Town Hall
💳💻Online through UniPay
Excise tax is paid every year, on vehicles registered in Massachusetts. It’s paid to the City/Town where the car is garaged, and most are usually mailed out in February. (It’s been the law for over 40 years!)
If you've gotten rid of a vehicle, please contact the Assessors office (781-982-2107) to find out about an excise abatement.
Never ignore an excise tax bill.
If you've gotten rid of a vehicle, please contact the Assessors office (781-982-2107) to find out about an excise abatement.
Never ignore an excise tax bill.
Residents should have received their Motor Vehicle Excise Tax bill by this time.
‼️Reminder: Payment is due March 19, 2026.
Avoid interest and late fees by paying on time.
✔ Pay online
✔ Mail a check
✔ Visit Town Hall (In-person at the Treasurer/Collector, drive-through, or dropbox)
Questions? The Treasurer/Collector’s Office is here to help.
‼️Reminder: Payment is due March 19, 2026.
Avoid interest and late fees by paying on time.
✔ Pay online
✔ Mail a check
✔ Visit Town Hall (In-person at the Treasurer/Collector, drive-through, or dropbox)
Questions? The Treasurer/Collector’s Office is here to help.
A Message from Fire Chief Jack Glynn:
Mother Nature is making it clear she is far from done with us this winter.
The updated forecasts is that snow totals for our area will be 16-24” of heavy, wet snow with blizzard conditions and wind gusts of 50-60mph.
In our experience, there are a few things that we want to make you aware of. Heavy, wet snow creates many more problems than the light, powdery snow we received in the big storm earlier this season.
1. This type of snow is known as “Heart Attack Snow”. The snow is extremely heavy and when you are shoveling, it is imperative that you take frequent breaks.
2. Snowblowers get clogged easier. If it gets clogged, shut it down completely and even when shut down, DO NOT REACH INTO THE AUGER, EVEN WHEN SHUT DOWN.
What most people don’t understand, but we see is that when a snowblower gets clogged, it clogs under pressure during the rotation. What that does is creates a reflex effect and when the snow begins to be removed, the auger acts like an elastic band and snaps forward when its free. Most of the snowblower accidents we respond to are caused while unclogging the auger.
The majority of snowblowers come with a plastic scoop/stick to unclog it. Obviously, it’s better to snap the plastic stick than cause injury to a hand.
3. Heavy, wet snow with high winds bring trees and power lines down causing power outages. Please charge cell phones in advance.
Our department will be here as always.
-Abington Fire Chief Jack Glynn
Mother Nature is making it clear she is far from done with us this winter.
The updated forecasts is that snow totals for our area will be 16-24” of heavy, wet snow with blizzard conditions and wind gusts of 50-60mph.
In our experience, there are a few things that we want to make you aware of. Heavy, wet snow creates many more problems than the light, powdery snow we received in the big storm earlier this season.
1. This type of snow is known as “Heart Attack Snow”. The snow is extremely heavy and when you are shoveling, it is imperative that you take frequent breaks.
2. Snowblowers get clogged easier. If it gets clogged, shut it down completely and even when shut down, DO NOT REACH INTO THE AUGER, EVEN WHEN SHUT DOWN.
What most people don’t understand, but we see is that when a snowblower gets clogged, it clogs under pressure during the rotation. What that does is creates a reflex effect and when the snow begins to be removed, the auger acts like an elastic band and snaps forward when its free. Most of the snowblower accidents we respond to are caused while unclogging the auger.
The majority of snowblowers come with a plastic scoop/stick to unclog it. Obviously, it’s better to snap the plastic stick than cause injury to a hand.
3. Heavy, wet snow with high winds bring trees and power lines down causing power outages. Please charge cell phones in advance.
Our department will be here as always.
-Abington Fire Chief Jack Glynn
Motor Vehicle Excise Tax bills were mailed and will begin arriving in residents' mailboxes on February 17, 2026.
📬 Bills are due March 19, 2026.
Once you receive your bill, please make your payment by the due date to avoid interest or late fees.
You can pay in several ways:
💻Online through UniPay (visit our website)
📩By mail
🏫 At Town Hall: in-person at the Treasurer/Collector's office, through Town Hall's drive-through window, or using the dropbox
If you have any questions about your bill, the Treasurer/Collector’s Office is happy to help.
📬 Bills are due March 19, 2026.
Once you receive your bill, please make your payment by the due date to avoid interest or late fees.
You can pay in several ways:
💻Online through UniPay (visit our website)
📩By mail
🏫 At Town Hall: in-person at the Treasurer/Collector's office, through Town Hall's drive-through window, or using the dropbox
If you have any questions about your bill, the Treasurer/Collector’s Office is happy to help.
💧 Every rainstorm carries more than just water—it can also carry pollution into our lakes, rivers, and ponds.
You can help keep Abington's waterways clean by:
🐾 Picking up pet waste
🍂 Keeping storm drains clear of leaves and debris
🛠 Collecting fluids and waste when working on your car
Small actions add up too big impact for our environment!
Learn more about how the DPW protects our town: 🔗 https://www.abingtonma.gov/article/2528621
You can help keep Abington's waterways clean by:
🐾 Picking up pet waste
🍂 Keeping storm drains clear of leaves and debris
🛠 Collecting fluids and waste when working on your car
Small actions add up too big impact for our environment!
Learn more about how the DPW protects our town: 🔗 https://www.abingtonma.gov/article/2528621
Be prepared in this cold weather! Here are tips from National Grid
As we monitor the current forecast, with extremely cold temperatures expected overnight and through tomorrow, National Grid wishes to remind our customers to:
• Clear all vents of snow and ice to prevent equipment malfunction and dangerous carbon monoxide buildup.
• Remove icicles and snowbanks around meters and pipes to avoid damage that could lead to gas leaks.
• Ensure carbon monoxide safety by installing CO detectors, checking heating systems and chimneys, and never using stoves, generators, or vehicles in enclosed spaces.
• Be alert for signs of hypothermia, especially among older adults, infants, and those in colder indoor environments; call for medical help immediately if symptoms appear.
• If you smell gas, act fast—leave immediately, avoid using switches or phones, and call 911 or National Grid’s emergency number from a safe location.
As we monitor the current forecast, with extremely cold temperatures expected overnight and through tomorrow, National Grid wishes to remind our customers to:
• Clear all vents of snow and ice to prevent equipment malfunction and dangerous carbon monoxide buildup.
• Remove icicles and snowbanks around meters and pipes to avoid damage that could lead to gas leaks.
• Ensure carbon monoxide safety by installing CO detectors, checking heating systems and chimneys, and never using stoves, generators, or vehicles in enclosed spaces.
• Be alert for signs of hypothermia, especially among older adults, infants, and those in colder indoor environments; call for medical help immediately if symptoms appear.
• If you smell gas, act fast—leave immediately, avoid using switches or phones, and call 911 or National Grid’s emergency number from a safe location.
Join the Community Preservation Committee in discussing the projects you want to see!
The CPC will hold a public hearing on February 3 at 6:00 PM in the Cotter Room to review and discuss project requests for FY27 Community Preservation funds.
Comments may also be emailed to the CPA Administrator at kjohnson@abingtonma.gov
and will be read at the meeting.
The CPC will hold a public hearing on February 3 at 6:00 PM in the Cotter Room to review and discuss project requests for FY27 Community Preservation funds.
Comments may also be emailed to the CPA Administrator at kjohnson@abingtonma.gov
and will be read at the meeting.
🛝🌳From playground upgrades to trail planning, Abington is enhancing outdoor spaces for all ages. Projects like the Green Street Playground replacement, Island Grove Playground improvements, and the Green Wave Connector Trail design are moving forward with Community Preservation and state funding.
These investments support recreation, accessibility, and long-term connections across town. See what’s in progress: abingtonma.gov/town-projects
These investments support recreation, accessibility, and long-term connections across town. See what’s in progress: abingtonma.gov/town-projects
‼️The Abington Rockland Joint Water Works informational meeting re: Union Point scheduled for 1/27/26 is cancelled due to weather related issues.
❄️Town Offices will be closed due to the winter storm on Monday, January 26th. This includes Town Hall, the Library, and DPW administration. The Senior Center will be closed for all activities, but will be open as a warming center for our seniors and residents starting Sunday, January 25 at 4pm and will remain open for the duration of the storm.
Please note, there will be no trash pick up in 1/26.
🚨 EMERGENCY PARKING BAN – EFFECTIVE THIS WEEKEND 🚨
Due to the anticipated snowstorm forecasted for this weekend, the Town of Abington will implement an Emergency Parking Ban beginning Sunday, January 25th, 2026 at 12:00 PM (noon) and remaining in effect through Tuesday, January 27th, 2026 morning at 6:00 AM.
🚫 All on-street parking is prohibited during the emergency ban.
⚠️ This emergency ban is in addition to the current overnight street parking ban already in effect.
Vehicles parked on town roadways during this time may be subject to ticketing and/or towing.
We appreciate the cooperation of our residents as DPW and public safety crews work to keep roadways clear and safe during the storm. Please plan accordingly and stay safe.
📢 Updates will be posted as conditions change.
#ParkingAdvisory #EmergencyParkingBan #SnowStormPrep #CommunityPartners #AbingtonPolice
Due to the anticipated snowstorm forecasted for this weekend, the Town of Abington will implement an Emergency Parking Ban beginning Sunday, January 25th, 2026 at 12:00 PM (noon) and remaining in effect through Tuesday, January 27th, 2026 morning at 6:00 AM.
🚫 All on-street parking is prohibited during the emergency ban.
⚠️ This emergency ban is in addition to the current overnight street parking ban already in effect.
Vehicles parked on town roadways during this time may be subject to ticketing and/or towing.
We appreciate the cooperation of our residents as DPW and public safety crews work to keep roadways clear and safe during the storm. Please plan accordingly and stay safe.
📢 Updates will be posted as conditions change.
#ParkingAdvisory #EmergencyParkingBan #SnowStormPrep #CommunityPartners #AbingtonPolice
🚧 The Department of Public Works is working around the clock to keep Abington safe, connected, and looking its best.
❄️Plowing snow
🌊Keeping our waterways clean
🌳 90 miles of sewer lines maintained
🛣 Roads, bridges, and sidewalks cared for year-round
Learn more about what they do in their Department Spotlight. 🔗 https://www.abingtonma.gov/article/2528621
❄️Plowing snow
🌊Keeping our waterways clean
🌳 90 miles of sewer lines maintained
🛣 Roads, bridges, and sidewalks cared for year-round
Learn more about what they do in their Department Spotlight. 🔗 https://www.abingtonma.gov/article/2528621
