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Iron Hill Brewery Shuts Down Abruptly, Including Newtown Location
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant shut down abruptly, including its Newtown location, leading breweries across the region and the state to step up and assist the impacted employees and customers, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 30-year-old chain based in Exton announced last week it was closing all 16 remaining locations, effective…
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Flourish Cafe, Located in Newtown and Holland, Unveils Revamped Menu
Flourish Cafe, located in Holland and Newtown, recently refreshed its menu with tasty new options, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. “We’ve freshened things up and added some tasty new dishes we know you’ll love, plus we kept the classics you always come back for,” said the owners in a Facebook post. There are…
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“Real Diamond” Brings “Sweet Caroline” to Newtown October 11
Bucks County Community College, which has a long tradition of bringing high-caliber performances to the region with Bucks Live!, proudly presents “Real Diamond” – a tribute to the legendary Neil Diamond – at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, October 11. Fronted by Curt Di Domizio, “Real Diamond” delivers a stunningly realistic interpretation of one of America’s most beloved…
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Newtown Bank Partners with Comcast to Deliver Reliable Connectivity Across its Branches
The First National Bank & Trust Company of Newtown has expanded its partnership with Comcast Business to deliver reliable connectivity across all of its branches. Comcast Business technology, featuring Ethernet Network Services and Dedicated Internet, connects all eleven branches to the main office. It facilitates real-time communication, encrypted transactions, and rapid data transfers supporting modern…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: $3.2M Magnificent Colonial in Newtown
A colonial home set on 23.77 acres with three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Newtown. This exquisite residence exudes timeless charm while offering modern comfort throughout. Refined details include original pumpkin pine floors, expansive long-distance views and a meticulously maintained interior that perfectly blends colonial character with contemporary…
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Newtown-Based Helius Medical Technologies Sees Stock Price Triple
Newtown-based Helius Medical Technologies saw its stock value more than triple in seven days after announcing its entry into the cryptocurrency space, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The neurotech developer ended last week at $7.56 per share and more than doubled to $18.27 per share last Monday after revealing its $507.8 million…
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Newtown’s Relic on State Closed. Owner Discusses Plans for New Restaurant
Relic on State, the New York City-style steakhouse and upscale bar, closed its doors unexpectedly in Newtown at the end of June, but building owner Scott Hendrickson is already working to bring a new restaurant into the historic space, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Veteran restaurateur Greg Conlon opened Relic in 2020 after investing…
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Newtown Board of Supervisors Approve Newtown Plaza Bagel Store Expansion
Newtown Township’s board of supervisors unanimously approved the expansion of Newtown Bagel in the Newtown Plaza shopping center, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The owner, Chris Meyer, will be expanding the store into the former C&N Bank next door, adding 1,800 square feet to the original 1,200-square-foot space. This expansion comes just in…
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Newtown Township Fire Chief Recognized for 50 Years of Public Service
Newtown Township’s board of supervisors recently honored local Fire Chief Glenn Forsyth for his 50 years of public service, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Forsyth joined the Newtown Fire Association as a junior firefighter, eventually becoming an active member in 1975. After joining, he rose through the ranks and became the first paid fire…
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New Businesses Announced Plans to Open Stores in The Village at Newtown
A few businesses, including CAVA and Lovesac, recently announced plans to open locations in the Village at Newtown Shopping Center on Eagle Road, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. CAVA is a fast casual chain that’s known for its Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. This will be the restaurant’s first Bucks County location, and it will have 17…
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Raise Your Glass: Newtown Beerfest Returns in a New Location This Fall
The Newtown Beerfest is returning to a new location this fall after a one-year absence, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The Newtown Athletic Club will be hosting the event this year on Saturday, Oct. 4, featuring over 150 craft beer varieties. “After 14 years of tradition, community, and great brews, Newtown Beerfest…
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Newtown Ice Cream Shop Owner Marks 20 Years with New Children’s Book
Shari Faden Donahue, author and owner of Zebra-Striped Whale ice cream shop in Newtown, has published her fifth children’s book to celebrate the store’s 20th anniversary, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. In her new book, Zebra-Striped Whale’s Ice Cream Party, Donahue takes young readers on a magical journey under the seas, where they meet…
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Newtown’s Very First Tattoo Parlor is Holding its Grand Opening This October
Philly Joe Tattoo Studio, led by celebrated artist Joe Thomas, is set to make history as the first tattoo parlor approved in Newtown, opening at 159 Sycamore Street this October. A Philadelphia native with over a decade of tattooing experience, Thomas founded Philly Joe Tattoo Studio in Bensalem, where it celebrated its fifth anniversary in…
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George School’s New Head of School Plans to Maximize Impact of $17.75M Gift
Justin Brandon, the first Black head of school at George School in Newtown, who assumed the role last year, plans to maximize the recent $17.75 million gift from an anonymous donor, writes Abigail Chachoute for the Philadelphia Business Journal. During his first year, Brandon focused on connecting with the school community of over 540 students,…
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Bucks County Community College and Stockton University Sign Transfer Agreement
Stockton University has signed a dual admission and transfer partnership agreement with Bucks County Community College that will help students make a smooth transition from the two-year college to Stockton’s bachelor’s degree programs. This agreement strengthens the relationship between Bucks and Stockton, located in Galloway, NJ., by offering multiple opportunities for students to seamlessly pursue…
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From Newtown Garage to Global: Gentell’s Growth in Wound Care Innovation
Founded by David Navazio in his Bucks County garage, Newtown-based Gentell has become a global wound-care manufacturer with production facilities on several continents, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In 1982, Navazio left his accounting program at La Salle University to sell medical equipment, eventually seeking products he could develop and market on…
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The Capital Grille’s “The Generous Pour” Wine Tasting is Returning to Newtown
The Capital Grille is hosting its 17th annual “The Generous Pour” wine-tasting and educational event through Aug. 31 in its Newtown location, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The wine selection, curated by The Capital Grille’s sommeliers, includes six wines paired with fresh seafood and steak dishes. Included in the list is the Language…
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Bucks County Artist Reflects on America’s Culture in Newtown Art Exhibit
Artist Greta Karr, a Bucks County native, recently opened her new solo exhibit titled “Americana” at the ArtWRKD exhibition space in Newtown, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Karr is known for utilizing unique materials to create her pieces, using everything from saddles and cigarette packs to truck doors as her canvas. In…
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