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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Holy Family University’s Counseling Psychology (PsyD) Cohort Finishes Year One of Five-Year Program
Holy Family University’s largest-ever cohort of students enrolled in the Doctor of Counseling Psychology in Counseling Psychology Program completed their challenging first year in the…
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Mira Nakashima and Jonathon Yarnall Dedicate New Peace Pole at Pennswood Village
Mira Nakashima and her husband, Jonathon Yarnall, took part in the recent dedication of the new Peace Pole at Pennswood Village in Newtown as dedicated…
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NASA Internship Opens Holy Family Senior Greg Walton’s Eyes to Limitless Career Possibilities
“If you mess up, fess up.” Simple words with a powerful message. Holy Family University senior Criminal Justice major Greg Walton (a projected December 2024…
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These Two Bucks County Buildings Older Than Pennsylvania Itself
As the place where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed, Pennsylvania is home to many buildings that were built long before…
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This Bucks County Town is Considered the Best Place to Live if You Love Nature
Newtown is among the best places to live in the Philadelphia region if you love nature, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine. The town…
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Wrightstown to Welcome Skip’s Famous Fried Chicken at Former Country Store
Wrightstown residents will soon enjoy some of Lancaster County’s best chicken sandwiches, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Dan and Jeremy Cruz have partnered with…
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Fred Astaire Dance Studio Opens in Newtown Township by Ukrainian Dance Champs
Husband-and-wife duo Roman Doroshenko and Iryna Savushkina recently opened the Fred Astaire Dance Studio in Newtown Township, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier…
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Mamie Collete’s New Titusville Location Teams Up with Newtown Non-Profit for Cancer Research Fundraiser
Through Sunday, L’annexe de Mamie Collete in Titusville, New Jersey and Newtown non-profit A Love for Life will fundraise for cancer research at Penn Medicine,…
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First-Generation Graduate Kaitlyn Cross Earns Validation as Holy Family University’s Class of 2024 Valedictorian
If you happened to be in the working-class, safe-haven Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Bridesburg on Apr. 25, you might have heard the shouts of sheer…
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Goodnoe Elementary’s Gifted Support Teacher is in the Race for America’s Best Teacher
Megan Benzio, a Goodnoe Elementary School gifted support teacher, is in the quarter-final round of the nationwide competition to crown “America’s Best Teacher,” writes Jeff…
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Yardley Ice House Marks 30 Years with Charity T-Shirt and Local Art Celebration
The Yardley Ice House celebrated its 30th anniversary by unveiling a commemorative t-shirt and donating a portion of the day’s proceeds to the Artists of…
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Guru’s Indian Cuisine in Newtown Reopens with Vegetarian Menu
A pop up at Guru’s Indian Cuisine in Newtown will feature a vegetarian menu, writes Marilyn Johnson for Philly Grub. Owners Ashni “Baba” Kumar and…
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These Historic Houses in Bucks County Are More Than Worth a Visit
Many gorgeous historic houses in Bucks County stand as landmarks to ages past amid new development and as such are worth exploring, writes Jeff Werner…
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Top Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurants in Bucks County You Must Try
Bucks County has become a haven for vegetarian and vegan diners, with many restaurants now offering an array of plant-based dishes, writes Kristen Kwaitkoski for…
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Why Newtown Book and Record Exchange is a Must-Visit for Book and Music Lovers
A Newtown bookstore is being highlighted as a top Pennsylvania shop to visit, according to The Keystone. Newtown Book and Record Exchange has been…
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Community Turns Out for Holy Family University’s 2nd Annual Collegiate Recovery Event and Resource Fair
Hundreds of community members turned out for a day of discussions and resources centered on substance use disorder at Holy Family University’s 2nd Annual Collegiate…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: A 1700s Converted Barn in Newtown Offers Unparalleled Luxury and Privacy
A renovated 1700’s-era converted barn in a serene landscape on 108 Beaumont Drive is on the market for $3,799,000. As you enter through majestic…
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Holy Family University, Buckley Construction, Building Trades Council Host Appreciation Luncheon for I-95 Workers
Holy Family University, in collaboration with Buckley Construction and the Building Trades Council, will host I-95 workers and their families from the Building Trades Council,…
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