Abington Select Board Addresses Rat Infestation Concerns and Approves Park Safety Measures

Residents report increased rat sightings across town while police chief secures approval for 7 p.m. closure and parking restrictions at Island Grove Park to combat after-hours incidents.

ABINGTON - June 23 - Abington residents are reporting a significant increase in rat sightings across town, with particular concerns in North Abington, prompting the Select Board to schedule a follow-up discussion with the Board of Health in September.

Donna, a 29-year resident of North Abington, told the Select Board Monday night that rats are "running a…