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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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.…
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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…
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Stage United to Host Concerts in Doylestown and Newtown, Including Two This Weekend
Stage United, the nonprofit dedicated to offering live music experiences, is presenting four concerts in Doylestown and Newtown, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. …
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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…
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New Luxury Townhome Development Gets Approval from Doylestown Township Officials
After four years of development, Doylestown Township officials approved a luxury housing project that will consist of 23 new townhomes, writes Lacey Latch for the…
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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…
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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…
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Growing Enrollment Drives Holy Family University’s Residential Development Plans in Bucks County
Fueled by significant enrollment growth, Holy Family University has unveiled plans for a 288-unit residential complex on its Newtown East campus, writes Ryan Mulligan for…
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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…
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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…
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FCP Summer Program Blends Hands-On Experience and Civic Engagement for Local Students
Since 2008, Foundations Community Partnership’s Summer Youth Corps (SYC) offers college students the opportunity to participate in a 10-week, paid internship experience at a nonprofit…
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These Bucks County High Schools Were Named Best in the Philadelphia Area
Several public high schools in the Bucks County area have been listed as the best in the Philadelphia region this year. Staff writers at Niche…
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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…
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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…
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Plans for Doylestown Townhomes Include Victorian-Era Home Preservation
Newtown-based Triumph Building Group proposed constructing townhomes on a nearly four-acre site in Doylestown Township, incorporating the preservation of an 1880 Victorian home into the…
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Philadelphia’s Steven Singer Jewelers is Opening a New Location in Newtown
Steven Singer Jewelers is opening a new location in Newtown, bringing their jewelry selection and quality service to Bucks County, writes Andrea Miller for I…

























