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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Butterfly Garden in Brownsburg Park Dedicated to Victims of Flash Flood
A butterfly garden at Brownsburg Park was recently dedicated to the victims of the flash flood that struck Upper Makefield in July 2023, writes Jeff…
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Cool Off with Ice Cream and Gourmet Water Ice at This Newtown Shop
Newtown Ice House is the perfect spot to enjoy some tasty and refreshing water ice guaranteed to cool you down and satisfy your sweet tooth,…
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Four Homes in Bucks County Among Top Ten Sales in the Philly Region
Bucks County accounted for four of the ten most expensive home sales in the Philadelphia region last week, according to a staff report from the…
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Doughnut Lovers Can Check Out These Popular Stores in Bucks County
Looking for a sweet breakfast option? Bucks County features a variety of shops offering delicious doughnuts for the perfect morning pick-me-up, writes Meghan Guiher for…
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New Hair Salon Celebrates Grand Opening on State Street in Newtown
Salon LC, a new hair salon in Newtown, recently celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The new…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: $3.75 Million Colonial Mansion in Newtown
An extraordinary colonial home on 3.32 acres with six bedrooms and five-and-a-half bathrooms is available for sale in Newtown. This gorgeous residence combines architectural sophistication…
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Spend Some Time Outside This Summer at these Bucks County Beer Gardens
Those looking to enjoy some drinks with friends and family this summer can check out one of the many beer gardens in the Bucks County…
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C&N Raises More Than $100,000 to Support Cancer Patients Across the Region
C&N’s Giving Back, Giving Together (GBGT) campaign raised $108,555.20 in 2024-2025 and contributed 165 volunteer hours and collected 1,698 essential items to support local individuals…
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Explore These Beautiful Nature Trails Across Bucks County This Summer
Outdoor enthusiasts can find plenty of fun nature trails and parks to explore in and around Bucks County, writes staff for the Patch. Peace Valley…
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Foundations Community Partnership Awards Scholarships to Outstanding Bucks County Students
In collaboration with each of Bucks County’s public, technical, and charter high schools, Foundations Community Partnership announced its 2025 scholarship recipients. School administrators and guidance…
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Newtown Locals Eager for Wawa’s Coffee, Hoagies and Opening Day
Newtown’s very first Wawa location is causing a stir on social media as locals eagerly wait for an announcement about the official date of the…
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C&N Relocates Office in Newtown for Improved Accessibility, Customer Experience
C&N recently celebrated the grand opening of its newly relocated Newtown office with a VIP reception and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event, attended by customers, community…
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Newtown’s Brandon Aversano Offers a Better Way to Sell Secondhand Jewelry
After a difficult experience selling his inherited jewelry, Brandon Aversano wanted to create a more dignified alternative with Newtown-based Alloy Market, writes Rebecca Logan for…
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Check Out the List of the Top 10 Wealthiest Towns in Bucks County
One Bucks County town is among the top ten wealthiest in Pennsylvania, where over half of the households make more than $200,000 annually, writes Chris…
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Vietnam Veteran from Newtown Honored with Local Bridge Dedication
A bridge on Wrights Road in Newtown has been named after a 19-year-old veteran who was killed in Vietnam, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. …
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Newtown Man Receives Double Lung Transplant After Decades of Waiting
Kevin Christ of Newtown recently received the gift of two new lungs, allowing him to breathe easily for the first time in his life, reports…
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Young Bucks County Artists Raise Support for St. Jude’s, Lyme Disease Awareness
A group of young artists from across Bucks County is raising money for St. Jude Children’s Cancer Research Hospital and Lyme Disease awareness with an…
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Newtown is Encouraging Locals to Grow Native Plants in Their Yards
The Newtown Borough Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) is promoting new conservation efforts by the Homegrown National Park initiative, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The…
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