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Jenkintown Borough 2035 Comprehensive Plan Adoption Schedule

The planning process has been completed. The required comment portion by the public, neighboring municipalities and all other entities has been completed. Jenkintown 2035 Comprehensive Plan is now entering the adoption phase. All aspects of the Comprehensive Plan from planning through adoption are regulated by the Pennsylvania Municipal Planning Code.

The final stages of adoption process will follow the schedule below: Read More »

Red & Blue Fair Fundraiser

Tuesday May 15th from 11am-9pm Upper Crust will be donating 15% of sales to the Red and Blue Fair. Support a local business while supporting our school at the same time. Spread the word.
They have ice cream too!!
Thank you!!

Rydal Road closed between Newbold and York Roads

Late last week, Jenintown Borough and Abington Township contracted with James D. Morrisey to mill Rydal Road betweeen Newbold and York Roads.  Abington Township will now be performing the paving portion of this project tomorrow, Tuesday May 15th, from 7:00 AM until 3:00 PM. During this time, Rydal Road, between York and Newbold Roads will be closed and residents will not have access to their driveways. Patrons will have access to the parking lot for 500 York Road which will be accessible from York Road.

Please make plans to take alternate route during the times listed to avoid further disruption to your travels. Thank you for your patience and understanding while these necessary repairs are made. If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to get in contact with the Borough at (215) 885-0700.

2018 Sound the Alarm Campaign

The Jenkintown Borough Fire Department and the American Red Cross have joined forces for the national ‘Sound the Alarm‘ campaign. This event is focused at ensuring smoke alarms are in every residence within a ‘target hazard’ area. The area targeted was specifically chosen due to it being the most densely packed and populated area within the Borough limits.

On Sunday, May 6 – door hangers were distributed in that target area within the Borough. Crews will be out this Saturday, May 12th beginning around 9:30 AM to provide alarms to those who do not have them, as well as to provide additional fire safety information. All are welcome to stop by Independent Fire Station, located at 609 Greenwood Avenue between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM for a tour or for more information.

In the event you will not be home at that time or you did not receive a door hanger because you do not reside within the target hazard area, and need assistance or information – please contact Kevin Lynch, Jenkintown Borough Fire Marshal, at klynch@jenkintownboro.comcreate new email and the Fire Department will assist in any way possible. 

Police Information

Dear Jenkintown residents:

Yesterday, Abington Police received multiple reports of a male walking in various sections of the Township with an AR-15 slung over his shoulder.

It appears the purpose of this passive aggressive behavior is to engage police in a debate over his second ammendment rights.

The subject has NOT been seen in the Borough.  However, if you should observe him please call 911.  The Police Department is aware of this person and will insure public safety as well as protecting the subjects second amendment right.

Thank you.