Looking to get more involved in your community?
The Town of Abington is seeking a volunteer to fill a vacancy on the Conservation Commission. This is a great opportunity to play a hands-on role in protecting Abington’s natural resources, open spaces, and wetlands.
No prior experience is required, just an interest in conservation and a willingness to serve!
Apply online or at the Town Manager's office at Town Hall. https://www.abingtonma.gov/forms/request-for-appointment-to-volunteer-board-or-committee
The Town of Abington is seeking a volunteer to fill a vacancy on the Conservation Commission. This is a great opportunity to play a hands-on role in protecting Abington’s natural resources, open spaces, and wetlands.
No prior experience is required, just an interest in conservation and a willingness to serve!
Apply online or at the Town Manager's office at Town Hall. https://www.abingtonma.gov/forms/request-for-appointment-to-volunteer-board-or-committee
⚠️Traffic Pattern Alert
⏰4/22/2026 Overnight 8PM - 5AM
📍 Route 18 near Giardanos/Timberlanes
MassDot will be completing road maintenance from 8PM on April 22 until 5AM on April 23. The road will be reduced to one lane. Please prepare for traffic delays.
⏰4/22/2026 Overnight 8PM - 5AM
📍 Route 18 near Giardanos/Timberlanes
MassDot will be completing road maintenance from 8PM on April 22 until 5AM on April 23. The road will be reduced to one lane. Please prepare for traffic delays.
📝 Ever wonder how your property taxes are determined?
The Abington Assessor’s Office sets property values and manages excise taxes so everyone pays their fair share. Our work ensures local services are funded equitably. Understanding assessments helps you see how taxes support your community.
🔗Read more about it in the Assessor’s Department Spotlight:
https://www.abingtonma.gov/article/2822919
The Abington Assessor’s Office sets property values and manages excise taxes so everyone pays their fair share. Our work ensures local services are funded equitably. Understanding assessments helps you see how taxes support your community.
🔗Read more about it in the Assessor’s Department Spotlight:
https://www.abingtonma.gov/article/2822919
🍀Road Closures and Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade Information🍀
Abington Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade
Sunday April 12th, 2026
Step-off: 1:00pm
*Please know that these closure times are subject to change without notice for security reasons.
*We ask that people refrain from setting up their chairs in the roadway going across any intersection.
*All streets connecting to the main route may be used as ambulance routes and need to be kept clear, even if there are barricades going across them.
*You will be asked to move if you set up your viewing spot across a road that is blocked off for emergency vehicle use only.
Road Closure Schedule for Sunday April 12th, 2026
- Washington Street (South) at Route 18 - 1145am
- Brockton Ave @ Route 18 - 1215pm
- Abington Center - 1230pm
- Central Street (West of Park Ave) - 1230pm
- Central Street @ Washington Street - 1245pm
- Washington Street @ Lincoln Blvd - 1245pm
- Washington St @ Adams St - 1245pm
- North Ave @ Wales St (East Bound) - 1245pm
- Rt. 58 @ Wales (South Bound) - 1245pm
- Rt. 58 @ Monroe St - 1245pm
- Rt. 58 @ Adams St - 1245pm
- North Abington Closes - No later than 1pm
● Traffic will be restricted onto all roadways from Rt. 18 (Rt. 123-Rt 139) leading to the parade route beginning at 1215pm.
● All traffic east from Rt. 18 and south from Rt. 58 will be detoured Wales Street → North Ave into Rockland
● West bound traffic from Rockland on North Ave will be detoured Birch St → Plymouth St (South bound only)
● All traffic North from Rt. 58 will be detoured →Monroe St →North Ave to Rockland.
We appreciate everyone's cooperation.
Abington Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade
Sunday April 12th, 2026
Step-off: 1:00pm
*Please know that these closure times are subject to change without notice for security reasons.
*We ask that people refrain from setting up their chairs in the roadway going across any intersection.
*All streets connecting to the main route may be used as ambulance routes and need to be kept clear, even if there are barricades going across them.
*You will be asked to move if you set up your viewing spot across a road that is blocked off for emergency vehicle use only.
Road Closure Schedule for Sunday April 12th, 2026
- Washington Street (South) at Route 18 - 1145am
- Brockton Ave @ Route 18 - 1215pm
- Abington Center - 1230pm
- Central Street (West of Park Ave) - 1230pm
- Central Street @ Washington Street - 1245pm
- Washington Street @ Lincoln Blvd - 1245pm
- Washington St @ Adams St - 1245pm
- North Ave @ Wales St (East Bound) - 1245pm
- Rt. 58 @ Wales (South Bound) - 1245pm
- Rt. 58 @ Monroe St - 1245pm
- Rt. 58 @ Adams St - 1245pm
- North Abington Closes - No later than 1pm
● Traffic will be restricted onto all roadways from Rt. 18 (Rt. 123-Rt 139) leading to the parade route beginning at 1215pm.
● All traffic east from Rt. 18 and south from Rt. 58 will be detoured Wales Street → North Ave into Rockland
● West bound traffic from Rockland on North Ave will be detoured Birch St → Plymouth St (South bound only)
● All traffic North from Rt. 58 will be detoured →Monroe St →North Ave to Rockland.
We appreciate everyone's cooperation.
The 2025 Annual Town Report is now available! It includes reports from each Town Department and Board and their highlights from last year. https://aptg.co/jBMHgK
🚨 Scam Alert: Permit Fee Emails 🚨
The Town of Abington is warning residents and contractors about fraudulent emails requesting immediate payment for permit fees.
These messages may look official and include your address or a case number but they are scams.
Important reminders from our Building Department:
- Zoning and Conservation fees are paid upfront
- Building permit fees are assigned after intake review
- Fee notifications come only through our official system, OpenGov permitting software
- We never request payment via wire transfer, Venmo, Zelle, or cryptocurrency
If you receive a suspicious email:
- ❗ Do not pay
- ✔️ Call us to verify
- ✔️ You can always pay in person by cash or check
When in doubt, contact Town Hall directly.
🚨 Final reminder!
Motor Vehicle Tax payments are due Thursday, March 19, 2026.
If you have not yet paid, please do so as soon as possible.
Motor Vehicle Tax payments are due Thursday, March 19, 2026.
If you have not yet paid, please do so as soon as possible.
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
