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Also on today's calendar: Purcellville Music and Arts Festival and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why do cows have hooves and not feet? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
1. Basement Fire Knocked Down In Abington Twp. (patch.com) — Abington Township residents saw a quick response Sunday afternoon when Abington and Roslyn fire companies teamed up to knock down a basement fire in Roslyn. Crews rapidly extinguished the blaze, checked for any extension, and overhauled the scene to ensure nearby homes and families remained safe.
2. Abington student researcher explores the disappearing American Dream (psu.edu) — A Penn State Abington English major is using Route 66’s fading landmarks to explore how the American Dream has changed, and they’ll share their findings at the campus research fair and an upcoming regional symposium in Abington. The project also shapes this year’s Abington Review arts magazine, tying national history to creative work happening right on the local campus.
3. History with Mike: The story of Harold ‘Red' Grange and the Abington Galloping Ghosts (glensidelocal.com) — Abington Senior High’s Galloping Ghosts mascot traces back to NFL legend Harold “Red” Grange’s 1931 visit to the township and his famous nickname. Local historian Michael Leibrandt explains how the mascot evolved from earlier “Maroons” teams and why its imagery has stirred controversy, including a 2018 petition from community members concerned about racial insensitivity.
4. Lower Moreland police address ‘door kick' TikTok trend (glensidelocal.com) — Lower Moreland police are warning families about a dangerous TikTok “door kick” prank, where kids violently kick at front doors and run off, and they’re urging parents to talk with their children now. Abington police issued a similar alert last summer after seeing local incidents, underscoring that this trend has already reached nearby neighborhoods. Residents can contact Lower Moreland police with questions or concerns.
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