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 Among Best Places to Retire in Pennsylvania
Bucks County is among Pennsylvania’s top 25 counties for seniors to settle down and embrace a peaceful, fulfilling retirement, according to a recently released ranking…
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These Bucks County Restaurants, Caterers Can Handle Your Christmas Meal
Local restaurants and caterers are ready to go with a Bucks County Christmas meal that offers home cooking without the mess this holiday season, writes…
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Newtown’s Alex Cooper Adds Unwell Hydration to Her Empire
Newtown native Alex Cooper, host of the most listened to podcast amongst women globally, Call Her Daddy, and founder of The Unwell Network, recently added…
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New Owners Commit to Preserving Bagel Barrel’s Legacy in Doylestown
Bagel Barrel, a longtime Doylestown favorite, has new owners who promise to continue its cherished legacy for years to come, writes Jeff Werner for the…
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Newtown-based Helius Medical Technologies Explores ‘Strategic Alternatives’ to Boost Stockholder Value
Helius Medical Technologies, a Newtown-based medical device company, has begun exploring “strategic alternatives,” including a reverse merger and licensing deal, to enhance stockholder value, writes…
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Newtown Nonprofit Donates $100K to Penn Medicine for Pancreatic Cancer Research and Development
Newtown-based nonprofit A Love for Life has donated $100,000 to Penn Medicine to support its pancreatic cancer research and development teams, writes Jeff Werner for…
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Service Dogs Raised by Newtown Nonprofit Aid Veterans in Managing PTSD
Alpha Bravo Canine in Newtown is helping veterans cope with PTSD by providing them with service dogs it has raised and trained, writes Kelsey Fabian…
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Bucks County Farm Among Top Sources for Locally Made Cheeses in Philadelphia Region
One Bucks County farm is among the top dairy farms and cheesemakers worth a drive in the Philadelphia region, writes Alexandra Jones for The Philadelphia…
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SCORE Bucks County Mentor Gives Therapist Confidence to Launch Private Practice
Kristen Spear loved psychology since her senior year of high school, but the thought of operating her own therapy practice seemed too daunting. Until recently.…
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Community Comes Together to Support Breast Cancer Patients at ‘Light The Night Pink’ Fundraiser
The Newtown business community painted the town pink throughout October, raising a record amount for Main St., a nonprofit dedicated to supporting local breast cancer…
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Bucks County’s Historical Markers Shine Light on Lesser-Known Figures and Events
Bucks County is home to several local historical markers that shine a light on the region’s lesser-known figures and events, writes Sandy Smith for the…
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Bucks County Events Support Main St., Helping Breast Cancer Patients
Things were decidedly pink Oct. 17 when State Street in Newtown became the scene of an annual breast cancer fundraiser block party and fashion show…
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Newtown Township to Build New Pedestrian Bridge Over Newtown Creek Thanks to $1M State Grant
Newtown Township will build a new pedestrian bridge over the Newtown Creek, linking Newtown Borough and Newtown Township, thanks to a $999,979 state grant, writes…
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Fall Brought Plethora of Eateries to Suburbs, Including Two New Bucks County Restaurants
The dining scene in Philadelphia suburbs continues to thrive, with many restaurants opening this fall throughout the region, including two new restaurants in Bucks County,…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Unique $3.6M Converted Barn in Newtown
A unique converted barn home set on 3.42 acres with six bedrooms and four bathrooms is available for sale in Newtown. Dating back to 1710,…
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Taste What’s New: Bucks County’s Latest Restaurant Additions
Newcomers to the Bucks County restaurant scene have something to offer to a diverse mix of appetites, including somebody looking for a new favorite food…
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Newtown Gen Z’er Follows National Trend, Embraces 1990s Colognes
A Gen Z‘er in Bucks County is embracing a national trend, driven by social media and a desire for classic scents, where teen boys are…
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Prickett Preserve Town Center Expansion: La Grange and Duck Donuts Join the Lineup in Lower Makefield
In addition to the future Wegman’s, the Prickett Preserve town center in Lower Makefield will welcome two new businesses, writes Michael Tanenbaum for the PhillyVoice.…
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