Saturday, December 6 is the last day Abington's Compost Site is open in 2025! Residents can drop off leaves and grass clippings, which are ground into compost. For a nominal fee, recycling of CRTs (televisions/computers and monitors) printers, propane tanks, air conditioners, microwaves, space heaters and mattresses are accepted at the compost site. Payment by check only can be made at the site.
The mattress collection program is available year-round. During the Compost Site’s off-season, appointments can be made with the Department of Health during Town Hall hours for residents to recycle their mattresses and box springs. Call (781) 982-2119.
The mattress collection program is available year-round. During the Compost Site’s off-season, appointments can be made with the Department of Health during Town Hall hours for residents to recycle their mattresses and box springs. Call (781) 982-2119.
Abington’s Planning Department leads the Town’s grant writing efforts. Their successful grants have made a big impact for Abington! Recent grants include:
🌳🏞️ Updated Open Space and Recreation Plan ($25,000)
🌊🌦️🛡️ Phase II Municipal Vulnerability and Preparedness ($45,000)
🏘️🌸✨ Downtown Initiative: Facade/Beautification Improvements to North Abington ($30,000)
🏡📈 Housing Production Plan ($35,000)
🏛️❄️🔥 Installed Heat Pumps at the Senior Center and Town Hall ($200,000)
🛖🔨🌳 Rebuilding of Pavilion at Island Grove ($50,000)
⚠️📋🌐 Hazard Mitigation Plan ($50,000)
🪧📜 Historical interpretative signs at Island Grove ($12,750+)
🌳🏞️ Updated Open Space and Recreation Plan ($25,000)
🌊🌦️🛡️ Phase II Municipal Vulnerability and Preparedness ($45,000)
🏘️🌸✨ Downtown Initiative: Facade/Beautification Improvements to North Abington ($30,000)
🏡📈 Housing Production Plan ($35,000)
🏛️❄️🔥 Installed Heat Pumps at the Senior Center and Town Hall ($200,000)
🛖🔨🌳 Rebuilding of Pavilion at Island Grove ($50,000)
⚠️📋🌐 Hazard Mitigation Plan ($50,000)
🪧📜 Historical interpretative signs at Island Grove ($12,750+)
The Town of Abington offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27, in recognition of the Thanksgiving Holiday. Please note, trash and recycling will not be collected on 11/27. Thursday routes will be collected on Friday, and Friday routes will be collected on Saturday.
Mark your calendars for Abington Celebrates' Christmas festivities!
🏡 Trails, parks, housing, transportation, green energy - Abington's Planning Department is working to make our town more connected, sustainable, and vibrant.
📋 Guided by the Comprehensive Master Plan
💡 Securing grants for major town improvements
🌱 From EV chargers to community gardens
See how they're building Abington's future: 🔗 https://www.abingtonma.gov/article/2528651
📋 Guided by the Comprehensive Master Plan
💡 Securing grants for major town improvements
🌱 From EV chargers to community gardens
See how they're building Abington's future: 🔗 https://www.abingtonma.gov/article/2528651
💡 Did you know? Our town processes over 10,000 financial transactions every year.
From catching errors to protecting against fraud, the Accounting Department is working to make sure every dollar is spent wisely.
🔗 https://www.abingtonma.gov/article/2528559
From catching errors to protecting against fraud, the Accounting Department is working to make sure every dollar is spent wisely.
🔗 https://www.abingtonma.gov/article/2528559
🚧 Virtual Design Public Hearing: Route 18 (Bedford St) & Route 123 (Brockton Ave) Intersection Improvements 🚧
📅 Thursday, December 11, 2025
🕡 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
💻 Join online: mass.gov/orgs/highway-division/events
MassDOT will hold a virtual public hearing to present proposed design improvements at the Route 18/Route 123 intersection in Abington. The project includes upgraded traffic signals, new sidewalks with ADA-compliant ramps, bike lanes, and improved crosswalks.
Community members are encouraged to attend, learn more, and share feedback. If you can’t join live, a recording will be available on the MassDOT website.
📅 Thursday, December 11, 2025
🕡 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
💻 Join online: mass.gov/orgs/highway-division/events
MassDOT will hold a virtual public hearing to present proposed design improvements at the Route 18/Route 123 intersection in Abington. The project includes upgraded traffic signals, new sidewalks with ADA-compliant ramps, bike lanes, and improved crosswalks.
Community members are encouraged to attend, learn more, and share feedback. If you can’t join live, a recording will be available on the MassDOT website.
In observance of Veterans Day, Town Offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11.
The Town of Abington appreciates all those who have served our country. Thank you to each and every veteran.
🚔 From drones to virtual reality training to body-worn cameras launching in 2026, through grant funding the Abington Police Department is investing in cutting-edge tools to serve the community better.
Discover what is next for APD:
🔗 https://www.abingtonma.gov/article/2528780
Discover what is next for APD:
🔗 https://www.abingtonma.gov/article/2528780
💡 Did you know?
The Abington DPW maintains:
13 sewer pump stations
1,692 sewer manholes
Nearly 5,000 property connections
Learn more about their work and upcoming projects. 🔗 https://www.abingtonma.gov/article/2528621
The Abington DPW maintains:
13 sewer pump stations
1,692 sewer manholes
Nearly 5,000 property connections
Learn more about their work and upcoming projects. 🔗 https://www.abingtonma.gov/article/2528621
Abington Council on Aging provides community, programming, activities, and services! Learn more about what they do in their Department Spotlight. https://www.abingtonma.gov/article/2525456
📢 REMINDER: Real Estate Taxes are due November 3rd!! Pay your taxes easily by: 📬 Mailing your payment 💻 Paying online at https://unipaygold.unibank.com/customerinfo.aspx 🏛️ Visiting the Tax Collector’s window at Town Hall 🚗 Use Town Hall's convenient drive-through window 🗳️ Dropbox at Town Hall
As part of the annual budget process, each Town Department presents to the Finance Committee. Presentations run from November - December. November's schedule has been set*. November 12, 2025: Assessor, Planning, Inspectional Services & Town Accountant. November 19, 2025: Veterans and Water.
The public is encouraged to attend or watch a recording!
Each presentation includes:
🏆 Department description, achievements and goals
💰 Budget highlights
📈 Department revenues
👥 Personnel listing
🗂️ Organizational chart
📝 Budget request
*Please note this schedule is subject to change.
The public is encouraged to attend or watch a recording!
Each presentation includes:
🏆 Department description, achievements and goals
💰 Budget highlights
📈 Department revenues
👥 Personnel listing
🗂️ Organizational chart
📝 Budget request
*Please note this schedule is subject to change.
🚒 Did you know? Every member of the Abington Fire Department is a Paramedic!
That means when you call 911, you’re getting the highest level of emergency medical care right at your door.
While EMTs provide vital basic care, Paramedics can start IVs, give medications, read EKGs, and perform advanced life-saving procedures before you even reach the hospital.
Abington is proud that its Fire Department delivers this level of care to its residents.
#nationalfirepreventionmonth #firesafety #emergencyhealth
That means when you call 911, you’re getting the highest level of emergency medical care right at your door.
While EMTs provide vital basic care, Paramedics can start IVs, give medications, read EKGs, and perform advanced life-saving procedures before you even reach the hospital.
Abington is proud that its Fire Department delivers this level of care to its residents.
#nationalfirepreventionmonth #firesafety #emergencyhealth
🗓 Open Meeting Law Training – Monday, Nov. 3 @ 6PM!
Are you a member of an Abington board or committee or thinking about getting involved? This training is for you!
Join us for an Open Meeting Law Training on Monday, November 3rd at 6:00 PM at Abington Town Hall, 2nd Floor Cotter Room.
👉 Open to all appointed and elected officials
👉 Also open to any resident who wants to understand how local government meetings work
No registration is required. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the Massachusetts Open Meeting Law, including its purpose, requirements, and best practices for compliance.
Are you a member of an Abington board or committee or thinking about getting involved? This training is for you!
Join us for an Open Meeting Law Training on Monday, November 3rd at 6:00 PM at Abington Town Hall, 2nd Floor Cotter Room.
👉 Open to all appointed and elected officials
👉 Also open to any resident who wants to understand how local government meetings work
No registration is required. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the Massachusetts Open Meeting Law, including its purpose, requirements, and best practices for compliance.
📢 REMINDER: Real Estate Taxes Are Due November 3rd!
Pay your taxes easily by:
📬 Mailing your payment
💻 Paying online at https://unipaygold.unibank.com/customerinfo.aspx
🏛️ Visiting the Tax Collector’s window at Town Hall
🚗 Use Town Hall's convenient drive-through window
🗳️ Dropbox at Town Hall
🚦 Traffic Update 🚦
🛑 Beginning Monday, September 22, a new four-way stop will be in effect at the intersection of Groveland Street and Linwood Street.
This change is being made to improve the safety of drivers and pedestrians in the area. Please use extra caution as everyone adjusts to the new traffic pattern.
Thank you for helping keep Abington’s roads safe! 🚗
🛑 Beginning Monday, September 22, a new four-way stop will be in effect at the intersection of Groveland Street and Linwood Street.
This change is being made to improve the safety of drivers and pedestrians in the area. Please use extra caution as everyone adjusts to the new traffic pattern.
Thank you for helping keep Abington’s roads safe! 🚗
❗️Reminder
As of September 2025, the Select Board’s meeting will be on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month at the NEW START TIME of 5:00PM.
Please confirm meeting dates and times with the Town website, as meeting dates and times are subject to change.
As of September 2025, the Select Board’s meeting will be on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month at the NEW START TIME of 5:00PM.
Please confirm meeting dates and times with the Town website, as meeting dates and times are subject to change.
With a $250,000 state grant, our DPW department is restructuring the Shaw Ave, Adams and Washington Streets intersection. 🚸This reconfiguration will improve safety for 🚗 vehicles,🚶♀️pedestrians, and 🚴♀️ bike riders!
📢 Compost Site Update 📢
The Abington Compost Site will be CLOSED this weekend (8/23/2025).
We’re working hard to keep this valuable service open every weekend, but we need your help!
The Health Department is seeking community volunteers to assist with staffing the site. Just a few hours of your time can make a big difference in keeping the compost site available for residents.
👉 Interested in volunteering? Contact the Abington Health Department at 781-982-2119 to sign up.
Thank you for supporting this important community resource!
The Abington Compost Site will be CLOSED this weekend (8/23/2025).
We’re working hard to keep this valuable service open every weekend, but we need your help!
The Health Department is seeking community volunteers to assist with staffing the site. Just a few hours of your time can make a big difference in keeping the compost site available for residents.
👉 Interested in volunteering? Contact the Abington Health Department at 781-982-2119 to sign up.
Thank you for supporting this important community resource!
