Newtown
Newtown is a historic borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, founded in 1684 by William Penn. It is known for its preserved architecture, charming shops, and the Newtown Historic District, which features buildings dating from the late 17th to early 20th centuries.
The borough is home to the oldest operating movie theater in America, the Newtown Theatre, and the long-standing Newtown Hardware House. Newtown is part of the Council Rock School District and is surrounded by Newtown Township.
Address: 23 North State Street, Newtown, PA 18940
Phone: (215) 968-2109
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Bucks County Sports Bars Celebrate the FIFA World Cup With Drinks, Deals and Watch Parties
The World Cup is coming to the Philadelphia region—and Bucks County’s sports bars are ready to roll out the welcome mat, writes Michele Haddon for…
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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.…
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Bucks County Weekend Guide: Festivals, Sand Sculptures, and a New Way to Ride the Rails
Got plans this weekend? If not, Bucks County has you covered. From street festivals and pet parades to award-winning shopping, sand sculptures, scenic rail rides,…
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New Bucks-Ursinus Transfer Agreement Opens a Top 100 Liberal Arts Path With $43,000 in Scholarships
Bucks County Community College and Ursinus College have announced a deal that creates new possibilities for students in the Greater Philadelphia region. The dual admission…
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10 Bucks County Garden Centers Where Locals Actually Buy Their Flowers, Plants, Trees and Shrubs
Summer is the season when Bucks County homeowners get serious about their yards. The impulse is the same whether you have a small front porch…
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Toll Brothers Plans 115 Active-Adult Carriage Homes in Upper Southampton Township
Toll Brothers recently acquired 37 acres of undeveloped land in Upper Southampton Township for $7.2 million, where it plans to build 115 active-adult carriage homes,…
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Wealthiest Towns in Bucks County: Upper Makefield, Solebury Lead Pennsylvania Rankings
Bucks County is home to some of Pennsylvania’s wealthiest zip codes, and the numbers back it up, writes Chris Ullery for Bucks County Courier Times.…
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McCaffrey’s Market Acquires New Jersey Grocery Store, Joins Wave of Bucks County Business Growth
Bucks County’s commercial landscape is shifting, with a regional grocery chain expanding across state lines, new storefronts taking shape in local shopping districts, and a…
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Acme Markets Is Adding Upscale Products to Newtown, Doylestown Stores
Acme Markets is raising the bar—and the cheese selection—with the addition of new upscale food products at several Philly-area stores, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia…
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Bucks County Community College Kids on Campus Inspires in a Fun Way This Summer
Kids on Campus is a lineup of summer camps for children ages 5 to 15 at Bucks County Community College, 275 Swamp Road in 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…
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PECO Supports 17 Area Municipalities, Nonprofits to Advance Community Environmental Projects
Communities across the region will soon see new trees planted, trails improved, parks revitalized, and natural habitats restored thanks to a new round of funding…
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Bucks County Business Updates: New Openings, Closures, and Community Events This Spring
Bucks County’s business landscape is shifting this spring and summer with fresh openings, a notable closure, a community fundraiser, and a leadership change all making…
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Visions of America at Hicks Art Center Gallery Explores America’s Past, Present, and Future
As America approaches its 250th anniversary, “Visions of America” invites visitors to experience the nation’s story through a collection of art, history, and thought-provoking dialogue.…
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From Garage to Franchise: How Simply Cabinetry Is Simplifying Home Improvement Nationwide
What once began in a Bucks County home garage has grown into a successful multi-showroom cabinetry and design concept, now preparing to expand nationwide through franchising. …
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Heritage Senior Living Plans Upscale 160-Unit Community in New Hope
A new senior living community is taking shape near New Hope, and it’s not your grandfather’s retirement home. Heritage Senior Living, the Blue Bell-based operator…
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Beautiful Bucks County Wedding Venues: 7 Stunning Estates, Gardens and Waterfront Spaces
Bucks County doesn’t advertise itself as a wedding destination. It doesn’t have to. Couples from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, and beyond have been finding…
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Bucks County Community College Marks 60 Years, Honors 924 Graduates With Emotional Commencement Ceremony
Bucks County Community College celebrated a major milestone on Thursday, May 21, as it honored the Class of 2026 during its 60th annual commencement ceremony.…
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