See General Election Results For Abington Township

The polls have closed and votes are being tallied. Stay tuned to Patch throughout the night for live vote count updates.

Dems Hold Huge Lead In Abington School Board, But More Votes To Tally

Democrats had a large lead heading into the overnight hours in Abington, but many precincts had not yet reported.

Jeffrey R Browne: Abington Ward 6 Commissioner Candidate

Voters are getting ready to cast ballots on Nov. 7 in the general election, and Patch is looking to help them know candidates better.

Bill Bole, Abington Ward 13 Commissioner Candidate

Voters are getting ready to cast ballots on Nov. 7 in the general election, and Patch is looking to help them know candidates better.

Maria DellaMonica: Abington Ward 6 Commissioner Candidate

Voters are getting ready to cast ballots on Nov. 7 in the general election, and Patch is looking to help them know candidates better.

Tom Hecker, Abington Ward 1 Commissioner Candidate

Voters are getting ready to cast ballots on Nov. 7 in the general election, and Patch is looking to help them know candidates better.

Chuck Keller, Abington Magisterial District Judge Candidate

Voters are getting ready to cast ballots on Nov. 7 in the general election, and Patch is looking to help them know candidates better.

John Kessler, Abington Magisterial District Judge Candidate

Voters are getting ready to cast ballots on Nov. 7 in the general election, and Patch is looking to help them know candidates better.

Lisa Mallon, Abington Ward 1 Commissioner Candidate

Voters are getting ready to cast ballots on Nov. 7 in the general election, and Patch is looking to help them know candidates better.

Joseph J Rooney, Abington School Director Candidate

Voters are getting ready to cast ballots on Nov. 7 in the general election, and Patch is looking to help them know candidates better.

Elizabeth Eisenhart, Abington School Director Candidate

Voters are getting ready to cast ballots on Nov. 7 in the general election, and Patch is looking to help them know candidates better.

Nursing Home Floated For Rydal Road Property In Abington

Abington's Board of Commissioners are hosting a conditional use hearing next week for a potential nursing home facility at 1209 Rydal Road.

No Millage Increase In Proposed 2024 Abington Township Budget

If the 2024 budget is adopted as it stands, it will mark the third year without the township increasing property taxes.

Plastic Bag Ban Floated In Abington Township

A meeting next week will have information and resident feedback on the proposed Single-Use Plastics and Polystyrene Products Ban Ordinance.

Abington Getting Traffic Safety Improvement Funding From State Program

Abington Township is getting $340,400 for updated signal equipment at Old Welsh and Edge Hill roads.

Vacant Commissioner Seat In Abington Needs To Be Filled

Mike Thompson's vacant Ward 6 seat needs to be filled and interested and eligible residents are encouraged to submit letters of interest.

Gov Shapiro Attends Senior Center Ribbon Cutting In Roslyn

Gov. Josh Shapiro, a former Abington resident, helped open the Salem Adult Citizens Center and touted a tax/rent rebate plan for seniors.

Environmental Advisory Council Seat Needs To Be Filled In Abington

Abington Township residents who want to make a difference in their community's environment are encouraged to apply for the 3-year seat now.

Community Development Block Grant Applications Open In Abington

The township is hosting a free training Thursday morning for parties interested in applying for the grants. See details here.

Help Shape Abington's Community Block Development Grant Program

Residents are encouraged to participate in person or virtually in the township's meeting on the program Wednesday morning.

2023 Budget To Be Voted On Thursday In Abington

The 2023 budget has the same millage rate that the 2022 budget had, meaning no real estate tax increases for township residents.

Dean Projected Winner In PA 4th Congressional District

When the count stopped early Wednesday morning, incumbent Democratic U.S. Rep. Madeleine Dean was way ahead of her challenger.

Honor Veterans Day In Montgomery County Friday At These Events

There are several events around Montco to honor those who have served; the rain forecast has already caused organizers to call off one.

No Trash, Yard Debris Collection Friday In Abington For Veterans Day

Township offices are closed Friday for Veterans Day, and there will be no collection for trash, recyclables, or yard debris.

Sanchez Vs. Ulrich: PA 153rd Legislative District Results

Democratic State Rep. Ben Sanchez was attempting to fend off a challenge by Republican candidate Larry Ulrich.

Dean Vs. Nascimento: PA 4th Congressional District Results

Democratic incumbent U.S. Rep. Madeleine Dean was facing off against Republican challenger Christian Nascimento.

Election 2022: Meet Ben Sanchez, State Representative

State Rep. Ben Sanchez is a Democratic running for reelection to the 153rd Legislative District in Abington, Rockledge & Upper Dublin.

Guardianship Laws To Be Strengthened Under PA Lawmakers' Proposal

State Sen. Art Haywood of Philly and Montgomery County is behind a bipartisan measure to improve Pennsylvania's guardianship statutes.

Proposal Seeks To Acquire Private Parcels For 'Pocket Park' in Montco

Abington Township will address a proposal to acquire a piece of land in the North Hills section and turn it into community park space.

Shapiro Rallies In Montco At Site Of New Campaign Office: In Photos

Josh Shapiro, Democratic candidate for PA governor, held an event Thursday evening at the site of his campaign's new Montco office.

PA Congresswoman Behind Push To Modernize Notarization Process

U.S. Rep. Madeleine, D-Pa., is behind a move to update and modernize the notarization process inside and outside of the United States.

New Police Chief At The Helm Of Cheltenham Township PD

John P. Slavin is the new chief of police in Cheltenham Township. He has nearly four decades worth of law enforcement experience.

U.S. Rep. Madeleine Dean Arrested With Others At Abortion Protest

U.S. Rep. Madeleine Dean, D-4. was arrested Tuesday along with 16 other lawmakers for blocking the street during a D.C. abortion protest.

Gubernatorial Candidate Josh Shapiro Endorsed By Philly Firefighters

The endorsement is significant since the Philly Firefighters' and Paramedics' Union backed Donald Trump for president in 2020.

Mastriano Supporters Seen Carrying Three Percenters Flag During Parade

Supporters of Doug Mastriano for governor were seen displaying the Three Percenters flag during this weekend's July 4th parade in Glenside.

Public & Federally Assisted Housing Fire Safety Act Introduced

U.S. Rep. Madeleine Dean is behind a federal bill to require hardwired or tamper-resistant smoke detectors in federally assisted housing.

PA Officials From Montco React To SCOTUS Overturning Roe v. Wade

Officials from the Montgomery County region spoke out after Friday's announcement that the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.

Human Rights Campaign Endorses Josh Shapiro For Pennsylvania Governor

The Human Rights Campaign said Pennsylvania faces a 'stark choice' between Democrat Josh Shapiro and Republican Doug Mastriano.

PA Leaders Hold Event Highlighting Ongoing Need For Aid To Ukraine

PA Attorney General Josh Shapiro and state lawmakers were among those who spoke about the need to continue helping the people of Ukraine.

PA Bill Would Require Independent Investigations Of Police Shootings

State Sen. Art Haywood plans to introduce legislation requiring independent investigations into incidents of deadly police shootings.