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 Private School To Host a Fall Open House for Potential Students in Late October
A well-respected private school in Newtown is hosting an open house of student and parents in late October. The George School, a private, Quaker-oriented boarding…
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Newtown Resident, Pennsbury Alum To Helm Philadelphia Youth Symphonic Band as Conductor
The Philadelphia Youth Symphonic Band will soon have a Bucks County native as its new conductor, just in time for upcoming auditions. Staff writers at…
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Newtown Natives Open Cosmetics Company in Bristol
Two business partners from Newtown have been operating a successful cosmetics company in Bristol, with their products making waves in the area. Nancy Rokos compiled…
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The Ghosts of Bucks County: See Which Local Haunts You Can Visit This Halloween Season
Looking for a good scare this fall? Bucks County is home to a few haunted spots that people travel from all over the country to…
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Newtown Rotary Club To Host 9/11 Memorial Service, Proceeds to Benefit ‘Shop with a Cop’ Program
A Newtown-based club will be hosting a 9/11 memorial service, with the proceeds going on to benefit local organizations. The Newtown Rotary Club will host…
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See Which Bucks County Schools Are Among the 40 Top-Rated Public High Schools in the Philadelphia Suburbs
Five Bucks County schools are among the 40 top-rated high schools in Philadelphia and the suburbs, according to a new ranking by the Philadelphia Magazine.…
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New Halal Guys Restaurant To Open in Newtown Come Mid-September
A popular Middle Eastern-themed restaurant chain will be opening their latest location in Newtown, their second in Bucks County. Chris Rollins wrote about the new…
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Local Philanthropist Wins Best Of Show Trophy at Newtown Antique & Classic Car Show
A Bucks County philanthropist took home the gold at the Antique & Classic Car Show in Newtown Borough over the weekend. Jeff Werner wrote about…
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President of Bucks County Community College Selected for Aspen Institute Fellowship
The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program (Aspen) announced today that Dr. Felicia L. Ganther, President at Bucks County Community College, is one of 26 leaders…
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Council Rock High School North, South Showcase New Sounds at Preview Night
The marching bands of both Council Rock High School North and South recently debuted their new sounds at a local Preview Night. Jeff Werner wrote…
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Longtime Newtown Township Police Officer Set To Retire After 40 Years of Service
A longtime officer of the Newtown Township Police Department has retired after 40 years of work. Jeff Werner wrote about the longtime officer for the…
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Antique & Classic Car Show Returning To Newtown This Weekend. Find Out How To Register Your Unique Drive
The Antique & Classic Car Show will be returning to Newtown this Sunday, with classic vehicles on display for all to see. Newtown’s busy South…
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Newtown Native, President of Local Homeowners Association, Remembered For Work in Community
A longtime pharmaceutical market researcher and active community member is being remember for her work within the Newtown area. Nick Vandal wrote about the Newtown…
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Here’s Where the Bucks County Department of Health Will Be Spraying for Mosquitos This Week
The Bucks County government has released information on spraying for mosquitos in several townships throughout the area. The Bucks County Department of Health will be…
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Comedian, “Top Gear” Co-Host Adam Ferrara Making Appearance at the Newtown Theatre
Adam Ferrara, the comedian and actor of “Top Gear” fame, will be making an appearance at the Newtown Theatre in September. Jeff Werner wrote about…
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Newtown Women Continuing Career on the Cheerleading Squad for the Philadelphia Eagles
The Philadelphia Eagles’ cheerleading squad continue to feature a woman from Newtown as the upcoming season begins. Ella Castronuovo wrote about the Bucks County native…
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Holy Family University’s Doctor of Psychology in Counseling Psychology (Psy.D.) Program Awarded Accreditation
The Doctor of Psychology in Counseling Psychology (Psy.D.) degree program at Holy Family University’s School of Arts & Sciences has been awarded accreditation on contingency by the…
























