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Pedestrian Struck by Train

April 8, 2014

Press Release April 7, 2014 Case 14-013394 At approximately 4:20 PM on Monday April 7, 2014, a 20 year old man from Jenkintown was struck and killed by an outbound train on the SEPTA West Trenton Line. The accident happened approximately ½ mile east of the Old York Road Bridge over the tracks in the…

Abington Township Declares Snow Emergency

February 17, 2014

Community Alerts, Press Releases

Abington Township has declared a Snow Emergency which will be in effect from Monday, February 17, 2014 at 11:00 p.m. until Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. Remember, always drive more carefully under wet or slippery conditions! An Abington Township Ordinance adopted in 1993 designates a snow emergency whenever: Two or more inches of…

Cold Weather Safety Tips

February 13, 2014

Community Alerts, Press Releases

Shoveling – Avoid overexertion while shoveling and take frequent breaks. Snowblowers – if your snowblower becomes clogged, turn it off and remove the key before trying to clear it. Remember – do not use your hands to clear debris. Carbon Monoxide – before running your car be sure your tailpipe is clear of snow and…