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 Community College To Host Event with War Historian to Commemorate Veteran’s Day
Bucks County Community College will be commemorating Veterans Day by hosting a talk with a local historian on the story of veterans. The college invites…
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Bucks County Community College Continues to Help Students with Longtime Education Fund
Bucks County Community College is continuing one of their longest standing partnerships, which offers aid to their students. For nearly 40 years, the Bucks County…
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Filmmaker Comes to Newtown to Discuss His Hike Across the Entire Appalachian Trail
A filmmaker recently made a stop in Bucks county to discuss one of his works, which documented his long hike through the Appalachian Trail. Thaddeus…
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Council Rock North High School Marching Band Continues Winning Streak with Unique Music Piece
A Bucks County high school marching band has continued to stay in the top slot for competitions with their most recent music piece. The Council…
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Bucks County Community College Announces Winners of Annual Short Fiction Contest
The Bucks County Short Fiction Contest is pleased to announce the winners for Fall 2022. Bob McCrillis of Doylestown won first place for his story,…
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Bucks County Foundation Ready to Help ‘Strike Out Hunger’ as Part of Fundraising Challenge
A Bucks County philanthropic foundation recently partnered with a food bank to raise funds for local residents facing food insecurity. Jeff Werner wrote about for…
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These Four Businesses Will Soon Be Opening Their Doors in the Village at Newtown
As the area continues to bring in new shops, four new businesses will soon be opening their doors to Bucks County residents in Newtown. Jeff…
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With Wawa Looking to Expand in Bucks County, One Township Has Decided the Fate of a Proposed Location
While Wawa has been expanding in the Bucks County area, one township recently made a decision on a proposed location in their area. Damon C.…
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Newtown Health Food Spot’s Parent Company Expanding in Philadelphia, Partnering with Former Eagles Player
A health food chain, with their latest location in Bucks County, will be expanding their operations in Philadelphia with a former big-time athlete. Emma Dooling…
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Council Rock North Grad Surprises Grandparents with Tickets to See the Phillies at the World Series
A graduate of Council Rock High School North recently surprised his grandparents with tickets to one of the biggest games of the year. Michele Haddon…
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Bucks County Community College to Host Event on the History of the Lenni Lenape Native Americans
Bucks County Community College will be hosting an event that will teach and celebrate the history of the Native Americans that once lived in the…
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Holy Family University To Host Inaugural Interfaith Symposium at Philadelphia Campus
Holy Family University will be hosting an event that will bring leaders and worshippers of all faiths together to find common ground. Holy Family University…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Secluded Farmhouse Property in Upper Black Eddy
A gorgeous house in the Upper Black Eddy area, with a large property and historic architecture, has recently gone up for sale. . . Once…
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Two Financial Consultants Celebrate Their Grand Openings in Newtown, Will Work Next Door to Each Other
Two financial consultants just celebrated their new offices opening in Bucks County, and they will be working literally side-by-side. Diener Money Management and Oak &…
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Bucks County Kids Will Get Special Treat Over Halloween Weekend with Concert, Party in Newtown
With Halloween fast approaching, Bucks County children will have the chance to celebrate in style with a big concert and party. Jeff Werner wrote about…
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Newtown Retirement Home Opens New 21-Bed Facility, Celebrates with Residents and Employees
An assisted living facility in Bucks County recently celebrated the opening of a new addition at their well-respected retirement center. Pickering Manor, located at 226…
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Holy Family University to Co-Host Speaker Series on American Historian’s Latest Book
Holy Family University will be hosting a speaking engagement with an author, whose book discusses the American Revolutionary War. The university, along with Glen Foerd…
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Newtown Township Ambulance Squad Needs More Public Funding to Continue Answering Emergency Calls
The Newtown Township Ambulance Squad is financially strapped and desperately needs more public funding to continue answering life-saving emergency calls. Emily Rizzo wrote about the…























