Newtown Residents Invited To Adopt Bluebird Nesting Boxes

Residents who adopt a box must monitor the box once a week at a minimum during nesting season, and clean out the box annually.

27th Annual Streams Cleanup Set For March 29 In Newtown

The primary site for the cleanup will be, Drexel Lodge Park, but many other locations throughout the watershed will be participating.

Gable Field Closed For 1 Month Due To Turf Replacement Work

Despite the closure of Gable Field, Gable Park’s trail, playground and basketball court all remain open during this work.

Marple Township Opening Late Wednesday Due To Weather

Due to winter weather in the forecast Tuesday night and Wednesday morning, Marple Township said its building will open late Wednesday.

Newtown Police, Township Reach 5-Year Contract Agreement

"Our deepest gratitude goes out to the Police Department of Newtown Township," Newtown Township officials said.

Altieri And Roberts Reelected As Newtown Board Chair, Vice Chair

The Newtown Township Board of Supervisors recently reelected Leonard Altieri as Chair and Christina Roberts Lightcap as Vice Chair.

Delco League Of Women Voters Hosting 'How To Run' Information Sessions

The Delaware County League of Women Voters is hosting three events that will inform attendees of how to run for office.

$1M Will Help Kestrel Hill Preserve In Willistown Township

The Kestrel Hill Preserve will offer hiking, running, and horseback trails along with protected habitats for local birds and other wildlife.

Scanlon Delcared Winner In 5th Congressional District Race

Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon has been declared the winner in the 5th Congressional District race, defeating newcomer Alfe Goodwin.

PA AG Sues Crozer Health Owner Over 'Corporate Looting' Of System

Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry accused Prospect Medical Holdings of looting the system to line its shareholder's pockets.

General Election Day In Marple, Newtown Townships: Who's On The Ballot

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5. See who will be on the ballot of voters in Marple and Newtown townships here.

Volunteers Needed For Newtown Boards, Committees, Commissions

The deadline for submissions is Dec. 6, and the appointments will be made at the January Board of Supervisors Reorganization meeting.

Ballot Drop Boxes Now Open In Marple, Newtown Townships

Voters can only return their own ballots, with exceptions for assisting disabled or emergency absentee voters. See details here.

Historic Square Tavern Being Donated To Newtown Township

Equus Capital Partners agreed to donate the property, including the historic building, the yard, the parking lot and the trail head.

Marple Township Closing Thursday, Suspending Collections

Due to the Independence Day holiday Thursday, Marple Township will be closed and collections will be suspended.

Marple Holding Meeting On Don Guanella Zoning Ordinance July 8

The Marple Township Board of Commissioners will further discuss the zoning of two parcels on the Don Guanella property at a July 8 meeting.

Marple To Hear Delco's Challenge Of Don Guanella Zoning In September

The Sept. 18 Marple Township Zoning Hearing meeting will discuss the county's effort to challenge the rezoning of Don Guanella.

Delco Pulls Plug On Mental Health Facility At Don Guanella Property

While the county said it is not aiming to host mental health services on the beloved tract, it is still challenging Marple's zoning change.

Delco Council 'Squandered' Good Will Over Don Guanella, Group Says

"In just a couple of months, Council has managed to squander all of the bi-partisan goodwill they had created," Ken Hemphill said.

Residents Decry Delco's Mental Health Proposal On Don Guanella Land

While the county said it's looking at other area to house these mandated services, it is still interested in one Don Guanella building.

Marple Rezones Don Guanella To Open Space In Face Of Delaware County

The Marple Township Commissioners Monday stood firm against Delaware County, unanimously adopting a rezoning ordinance for the beloved land.

Delco Clashes Over Park, Mental Health Service Plans At Don Guanella

Locals and a Delaware County official say the proposal flies in the face of what the county initially planned for the beloved land tract.

Mental Health Services Floated At Don Guanella Site

Delaware County officials are looking to host mental health services on the 213-acre property, which they also renamed to "Delco Woods."

Rezoning Don Guanella To Open Space Recommended By Planning Board

The board last week approved recommending the township commissioners approve a new ordinance that would rezone the property to open space.

Don Guanella Zoning Hearing Set For Thursday Night In Marple

The Marple Township Planning Board is holding a meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday regarding a zoning change to the Don Guanella property.

Trash, Recycling Suspended Friday In Marple For Good Friday Holiday

Marple Township will be closed Friday in observance of the Good Friday holiday. Trash and recycling collections will be suspended, as well.

Marple, County Officials Dedicated To Preserving Don Guanella Site

Local and county officials are steadfast in their effort to preserving the Don Guanella site's open spaces, despite unfounded rumors.

No Immigrant Housing Coming To Don Guanella Site: Delco Officials

This statement comes less than a month after rumors of immigrants possibly being housed at two hospitals swirled online.

With Scammers Targeting Residents, Newtown Police Offer Safety Tips

Scammers try to convince their targets to give them money wire transfers, Bitcoin machine deposits, and access to gift cards, police said.

President Biden Coming To Delco Friday For Campaign Event

President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden are expected to land at the Philadelphia International Airport at 2:45 p.m. Friday.

Meet Olive, The January Newtown Township Pet Of The Month

Newtown Township is highlighting local pets in its new Pet of the Month feature. See here to submit your pet for consideration.

Newtown Township Swears In New Board Member, Auditor

Paul Sanfrancesco was sworn in as as Supervisor at the Newtown Township Board of Supervisors Reorganization Meeting January 2. We welcom ...

How To Recycle Holiday Wrapping, Packing, More In Newtown Township

The presents are opened, but now can you recycle the packaging? See tips on the effective recycling of holiday wrapping, packing, and more.

New Year's Holiday Schedule For Marple Township

The Marple Township Municipal Building will be closed Friday and Monday for the New Year's Holiday. Trash collections are suspended Monday.

Marple Suspending Trash Collection, Closing Offices For Christmas

The Marple Township Municipal Building will be closed Friday and Monday for the Christmas Holiday. Trash collections are suspended, as well.

Newtown Featured In Darby Creek Valley Association Quarterly Magazine

Newtown Township was spotlighted in the Darby Creek Valley Association (DCVA) Quarterly Magazine.

See The 2024 Proposed Budget For Newtown Township

The 2024 Proposed Budget for Newtown Township has $11.3 million in revenues and $11.77 in expenses.

Real Estate Tax Hike Proposed In Marple's 2024 Operating Budget

The 2023 budget had a 2.45 millage rate for property taxes, but the 2024 proposed budget has a recommended 2.56 millage rate.

Republicans Sweep MNSD Board, Commissioner, More Races

Democrats in Marple and Newtown suffered losses in Tuesday's election, with Republicans sweeping several races, unofficial results show.

Marple Township Building Closing For Veterans Day

The Marple Township Building will be closed Monday in observance of Veterans Day.