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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The 10 Most Expensive Places to Live in Bucks County Right Now
From stone farmhouses to riverfront estates, Bucks County has always sold a particular idea of the good life—and the current housing market reflects that. The…
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Bucks County Events Happening This Weekend, From Doylestown Pride to Hidden Gem Hikes
Bucks County doesn’t take a weekend off, and this one is especially loaded. Between a borough-wide Pride party, musical performances, and a hillside turning purple…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Historic Jericho Farm in Bucks County Lists for $18.8 Million
Listed for $18.8 million, Jericho Farm at 465 Pineville Road in Newtown offers a rare opportunity to acquire one of Bucks County’s most expansive and…
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Where to Play Pickleball in Bucks County: The Best Courts, Clinics, and Beginner-Friendly Spots
Listen closely on a weekday evening near a Bucks County recreation center, and you’ll likely hear it before you see it: the distinct, hollow pop…
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Five Luxury Bucks County Homes Hitting the Market in the Next Week, Including a $4.4M New Hope Estate
As spring gives way to summer, Bucks County’s luxury real estate market is shifting into high gear: five standout properties are hitting the market this…
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From West Chester to the Tower Theater and The Spectrum: How the Delaware Valley Helped Make Bruce Springsteen Famous
In October 1972, a little-known 23-years old musician from New Jersey took the stage at what was then known as West Chester State College and…
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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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