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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CWU Firefighters Union in Newtown Agrees to New Contract: Increases Staff and Service Hours
The CWU Firefighters Union has reached a tentative agreement with Newtown Township, writes Greg Vellner for The Reporter. The three-year contract includes hiking pay…
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Newtown Gears Up for Eco-Friendly Wawa Store and Gas Station
Construction for a Wawa store and gas station in Newtown could begin soon, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch. According to Newtown Township Supervisor…
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Here Are Bucks County’s Best Brunch Spots
Bucks County has an impressive selection of delectable brunch spots, writes Kristen Kwiatkowski for Eater. At Jake’s Eatery, with cozy locations in Richboro and…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Charming Traditional in Newtown
A charming traditional home set on 0.23 acres with six bedrooms and two bathrooms is available for sale at 108-110 E Washington Avenue in Newtown.…
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Bucks County Tech Startups Spotlighted as Most Promising of 2024
Several Bucks County startups are being spotlighted as the Philadelphia region’s most promising, writes Sarah Huffman for Technical.ly. These companies were one of twenty…
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Local Bucks Beer Festival and Credit Union Team Up to Help Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
Beer festivals have a history of supporting local charities and the Bucks Beer Bash happening March 9th at The Fuge in Warminster is no exception.…
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Newtown Township Embarks on $720K LED Streetlight Project for Future Savings
Newtown Township will soon be installing LED fixtures in its streetlights, which officials say will save the township money in the long term, writes Greg…
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Black Bears in Bucks and Montgomery Counties Spared from Hunting Season’s Toll
Black bears in Bucks County can breathe a sigh of relief. Out of all the 2,920 that were hunted down across Keystone State, none…
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Density Concerns Leave Township Hesitant Over Newtown’s Apartment Project Revision
A developer is revising its plans for what was originally a four-story, 160-unit apartment building in Newtown, writes Greg Vellner for The Reporter. The…
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Newtown Opens Doors to Innovative Rothman Orthopaedics Institute
Newtown is welcoming the state-of-the-art Rothman Orthopedics Institute, according to CityBiz. The institute, which is recognized as an international leader in its field, will…
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Civics Education: So, You Think You Know Your Government?
Bucks County Community College has announced the launch of a new noncredit program, “Civics Education: So, You Think You Know Your Government?“. This 8-week course…
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Top Spots to Catch the Super Bowl 2024 Action in Bucks County
The nation is buzzing with anticipation for Sunday’s Super Bowl LVII when the San Francisco 49ers face off against the Kansas City Chiefs at the…
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Bucks County Attractions Spotlighted as Top Hidden Gems
Bucks County is filled with miles of gorgeous landscape, historical landmarks, charming small towns, and many more spots that make it a true travel destination,…
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Amma’s South Indian Cuisine Coming to Newtown
Amma’s South Indian Cuisine, an upscale restaurant that got its start in South Jersey, is expanding into Bucks County with a Newtown Township location, writes…
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March 20 Talk by Vu Le Looks at Nonprofits’ Collective Impact
Foundations Community Partnership welcomes internationally known writer, speaker, and founder of Nonprofit AF, Vu Le, to Bucks County on March 20. Le will be speaking…
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Here’s Where to Have a Romantic Dinner in Bucks County This Valentine’s Day
As Valentine’s Day approaches, Bucks County’s finest dining establishments are gearing up to offer unique and romantic experiences for couples according to Bucks Happenings’ 2024…
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Bucks County Community College Announces Monthly Virtual Paralegal/Legal Studies Information Sessions
The Business, Innovation, and Legal Studies Department at Bucks County Community College now offers virtual information sessions every month from January through April, making it…
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Amma’s South Indian Cuisine Seeks Approval to Open Location in Newtown
Popular Philadelphia Indian spot Amma’s South Indian Cuisine could be expanding to Bucks County writes Jeff Werner for The Patch. The 72-seat restaurant honoring…
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