Good morning Abington! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
How the $17M Noble Station bridge rebuild will change your commute
Also on today's calendar: Mother's Day Sip & Shop and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why do optometrists live so long? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
Sunday: Mostly sunny and breezy, with a high of 60 and low of 43 degrees.
Monday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 72, low: 54.
Tuesday: Increasingly windy, with a high of 83 and low of 62 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Bridge over SEPTA Noble Station in Abington/Jenkintown to receive $17M replacement project in June (glensidelocal.com) — A $17 million project will replace the aging Route 611 bridge over SEPTA’s Noble Station at the Abington Township–Jenkintown line starting in June 2026, widening both traffic lanes and sidewalks. New ADA-compliant ramps and stairs at all four corners will greatly improve safe pedestrian access between Abington, the station, and surrounding businesses.
📸 Around Abington
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Brilliant Baby & Beyond — 215-944-4460 Calling all babies & toddlers to come play with their parent
Ujima Life Services — (215) 436-9606 Ujima Life Services: Supporting Mental Wellness Together
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Nothing Bundt Cakes posted a job opening for Dishwasher/Utility in Abington. Apply here.
Tarian posted a job opening for Job Posting Healthcare Security Officer (Unarmed). in Abington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Abington here.
🗞 Nearby News
Jenkintown
SEPTA offering free rides on Broad Street Line for Sunday's race participants (nbcphiladelphia.com)
National Philanthropic Trust Issues One Millionth Grant (mychesco.com)
Glenside
Cheltenham Township to discuss proposal to redevelop existing Dunkin' on Easton Rd. with a new Dunkin' / Jimmy John's takeout food shop (glensidelocal.com)
Tickets now on sale for Lynnewood Hall VIP Reception and Self-guided Tour on June 13 (glensidelocal.com)
Arcadia University, Acts Partner on Workforce Training Programs (mychesco.com)
Wyncote
Word on Wall Street: Historically Low Jobless Claims and Impressive Profits Provide Key Market Support (glensidelocal.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because they dilate. (Thank you Phil M. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!