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Langhorne, Pennsylvania Patch AM: a 4 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • Why a phone battery explosion briefly shut down a Langhorne Manor street
  • See how much state grant money is coming to Langhorne area
  • How you can join the hate-crime roundtable in Langhorne Borough

Also on today's calendar: Fall Festival Weekends 2026 and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Pat C.!

Today's riddle: Do you know what the two sides of a circle are? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 66 and low of 51 degrees.
  • Friday: Breezy with variable clouds, temps: high: 70, low: 55.
  • Saturday: An afternoon shower possible, with a high of 69 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Person Taken To Hospital After Phone Explodes (levittownnow.com) — Emergency crews rushed to a Langhorne Manor Borough apartment building Wednesday after a cellphone’s lithium-ion battery caught fire and exploded, briefly closing Bellevue Road. The fire was contained to the device, but the phone’s owner was taken to a hospital for observation, and several Langhorne-area fire and EMS companies responded, prompting renewed safety warnings about rechargeable batteries.
   

2. Some $20M in PA grants come to Bucks County. What your town will get (centredaily.com) — Nearly $20 million in state Local Share Account grants are headed to Bucks County, with a portion earmarked for projects in the Langhorne area and nearby Middletown and Penndel. While the article lists many towns and organizations, residents here can expect funding to support local services, infrastructure, and community improvements tied to public safety and quality of life.
   

3. District Attorney Hosting Roundtables On Combating Hate Crimes (levittownnow.com) — A countywide hate-crime roundtable is coming to the Peace Center in Langhorne Borough on September 29, giving local residents a chance to hear how law enforcement and community leaders plan to tackle bias incidents. Bucks County District Attorney Joe Khan and a diverse panel will discuss strategies, with the session also livestreamed so Langhorne-area residents can follow along from home.
   

4. What SEPTA's New Vision Plan Means For Lower Bucks County Commuters (levittownnow.com) — SEPTA’s long-range “Accelerate” plan would boost Regional Rail frequency serving Langhorne Station and other Lower Bucks stops, potentially making commutes more convenient over the next few decades. The agency aims for more frequent, all-day service, new railcars, and broader system upgrades, though the changes depend on phased implementation and long-term funding from Harrisburg.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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