Newtown
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Chandler Hall Health Services in Newtown Plans to Sell, Putting 220 Jobs at Risk
Hundreds of Bucks County workers are watching closely as a beloved healthcare institution may soon be under new ownership, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. Chandler Hall Health Services, a Quaker-based continuing care retirement community in Newtown, is moving to sell its business operations, according to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification filed with…
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Newtown Native, Founder of ‘Call Her Daddy’ Media Empire, Is Pregnant With Her First Child
Bucks County’s most downloaded and listened to daughter is expecting. Alex Cooper, the Newtown native who turned a scrappy relationship podcast into one of the most powerful brands in digital media, announced Sunday that she and husband Matt Kaplan are expecting their first child, writes Jo Ciavaglia for Bucks County Courier Times. The “Call Her…
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Newtown Man Who Wrote Hundreds of Pen-Pal Letters to WWII Soldiers Honored 75 Years Later
More than 75 years after his death, a Newtown resident who quietly kept hundreds of soldiers connected to home during World War II was honored at his graveside, finally recognized as the “home front hero” he always was, reports Siafa Lewis for CBS Philadelphia. John Janney never wore a uniform or carried a rifle. Instead,…
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Historic Fullam House in Newtown Hits Zillow Gone Wild at $5.85 Million
The Paul Rudolph-designed Fullam House in Newtown is drawing fresh national attention after appearing on a popular real estate platform, according to Zillow Gone Wild. Set into a wooded hillside in Wrightstown Township, the home was designed in 1959 for federal judge John P. Fullam and his wife, Alice. The project marks one of Paul…
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Newtown’s The Golf Place Brings State-of-the-Art Indoor Golf Simulators to Bucks County
The Golf Place is a new state-of-the-art indoor golf facility that gives golfers from Newtown and the surrounding area a technology-driven way to experience the game like never before, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Located at the Summit Square Shopping Center, the facility welcomes golfers of all skill levels, from those aiming to improve…
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P.J. Whelihan’s Opens in Newtown: A New Sports Bar Takes Over the Former Iron Hill Brewery Space
One of the Philadelphia region’s most recognizable sports bar brands just landed in Newtown, and it’s filling a vacancy that locals have had their eye on for months, writes Michele Haddon in the Bucks County Courier Times. P.J. Whelihan’s Pub + Restaurant opened at the Village at Newtown shopping center on Eagle Road last week,…
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Renowned Chef Opens New Restaurant at Newtown’s Former Sycamore Grill
Mélange on Sycamore, located at the site of the former Sycamore Grill in Newtown, has opened its doors with renowned Delaware Valley chef Joe Brown at the helm, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. The new restaurant mixes the warmth of Louisiana cuisine with Italian sophistication, with a menu featuring everything from perfectly seasoned fish dishes to cocktails. “We’re excited…
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Rocco’s Operator, Landlord Trade Lawsuits Over Newtown Restaurant’s Closure
The recent closure of Rocco’s at The Brick in Newtown has resulted in lawsuits between the landlord and the restaurant operator, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Rocco’s closed its doors in November, leading operator Marc Gelman to file a civil suit against property owners Verindar Kaur and her son, Chiranjiv Jouhal,…
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Doylestown’s Lucatelli’s Pizzeria Brings Its Dave Portnoy-Approved Pies to Newtown
Lucatelli’s Pizzeria is continuing its rise across Bucks County, opening a second location in Newtown, according to a new article from TheKeystone. The story behind Lucatelli’s starts in Ambler, where owner Dave Schiano learned to make pizza at age 11 at his father’s Maple Glen Pizza. He eventually opened his own shop called Lucatelli’s in…
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Newtown is Quietly Becoming Bucks County’s Most In-demand Town
On any given evening, State Street in Newtown earns its reputation. Restaurants packed. Sidewalks busy. Shops with steady foot traffic. Not just on weekends, but on Tuesday nights too, and on random Wednesday afternoons as well. The kind of consistent, unremarkable activity that tells you a place has crossed a threshold. People are not visiting…
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Newtown Flyers Fan Catches Cam York’s Series-Winning Stick — Then Gives It Back
A recent news segment captured a moment a Newtown Flyers fans will not forget, centered on the surge of excitement after an overtime goal sealed both the game and the series, and the emotion and connection that followed, as reported by 6abc Action News. Longtime fan Jack Brod of Newtown, 64, walked out of Game…
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Newtown Native and Daughter of Former Eagle Sets Penn Relays Record
Newtown native and Neshaminy High graduate Sanaa Hebron has set a new Penn Relays record, winning the college women’s 400-meter hurdles in 55.30 seconds, writes Jonathan Tannenwald for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Hebron, daughter of former Eagle Vaughn Hebron, hoped to simply get the meet record, and she was incredibly happy she exceeded her goal. The…
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Hundreds of Apartments May be Coming to Newtown in the Next Few Years
In just a few years, Newtown could see hundreds of new apartments if plans are approved by local council members, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. Newtown Athletic Club owner and developer Jim Worthington has two plans for high-end apartments that are currently moving through the municipal land development process. The first, a new town center…
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Beloved Doylestown Pizzeria Opens Second Location in Newtown
The beloved Doylestown-based Lucatelli’s Pizzeria opened its doors at its second location in Newtown this past weekend, bringing its signature dishes to the area, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. Located in the Village at Newtown South, the pizzeria has a tasty menu featuring its classic pies, hot sandwiches, and unforgettable vodka sauce. The owner, David Schiano, is excited to…
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Bucks County Borough Named One of the Best Towns to Live in PA by Niche
According to a new ranking from Niche, Newtown Borough is the best place to live in Bucks County, with highly rated schools, low crime rates, and a welcoming suburban atmosphere, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. Niche’s 2026 Best Places to Live list provides insights into areas around the country, ranking 230 cities and 18,000 suburbs, neighborhoods, and towns. The Bucks County…
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Newtown-Based Traws Pharma Shares Full-Year Results, Clinical Progress
Last week, Newtown-based Traws Pharma reported its full-year 2025 financial results and provided updates on its influenza and COVID drug programs. The company, which develops novel therapies to target critical threats to human health from respiratory viral diseases, also reported the completion of a private investment in public equity financing of up to $60 million…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: $3.3M Historic Gem in Newtown
A historic home on 0.32 acres with four bedrooms and three full and one half bathrooms is available for sale in Newtown. From its welcoming wraparound porch to its newly installed white oak floors, the property makes a strong first impression. . . Inside, original details have been thoughtfully preserved while the layout has been enhanced for contemporary living. …
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Newtown Home Constructed by Architect Paul Rudolph to Hit Market for $5.85M
A Newtown home designed by famed architect Paul Rudolph will be hitting the market for $5.85 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The two-story house, which was one of only two homes Rudolph designed in Pennsylvania, was built for Judge John Fullam and his wife in 1959. The property wasn’t listed as part of Rudolph’s portfolio for decades, but was placed on…
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