Friday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 73 and low of 46 degrees.
Saturday: Sun through high clouds, temps: high: 73, low: 53.
Sunday: Some rain, with a high of 63 and low of 59 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. First Ever Restaurant Week Spotlights Newtown's Mouthwatering Dining Scene (patch.com) — Newtown diners will have a full week to sample special menus and prix fixe deals as the Newtown Business Association launches its first-ever Restaurant Week from October 12–18. With 30 local eateries, including Newtown Brewing Co., Harvest Seasonal Grill, and Meglio Pizzeria, residents are encouraged to explore new spots, revisit favorites, and support the township's restaurant community.
2. Roads Reopen Following Afternoon House Fire In Newtown Township (patch.com) — Drivers in Newtown Township can once again use Tall Oaks Lane and Route 532 after an afternoon house fire prompted several hours of closures and restrictions. Police say Route 532 between Linton Hill and Stoopville Roads, along with Hartford and Concord Streets in Woods of Saxony, have all reopened following the emergency response.
3. Where To Pick Pumpkins Near Newtown This Fall (patch.com) — Cooler fall weather means it's prime time for Newtown-area residents to head out to nearby farms and markets for pick-your-own pumpkins and family-friendly activities like hayrides and corn mazes. The piece highlights several Bucks County pumpkin patches convenient to Newtown and offers practical, step-by-step tips for carving a standout jack-o'-lantern at home.
4. New Manager Unanimously Appointed By Newtown Borough Council (patch.com) — Newtown Borough residents are getting a new administrative manager as council unanimously appointed Bucks County native Kellie Frain to the role after a months-long search. Frain, who has municipal experience in Lower Makefield and a master's in public administration, says she's honored to serve Newtown and is committed to keeping residents informed while overseeing day-to-day borough operations.
5. Newtown Gallery Celebrating The Works Of Master Ceramicist (patch.com) — Newtown art lovers can catch a major retrospective of master ceramicist Renzo Faggioli at ArtWRKD on South State Street, running through October 25. The show gathers decades of his sculptural and functional work, highlighting his Italian influences, long teaching career, and deep commitment to craftsmanship, with full details and gallery hours available for local visitors.
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What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Music, Bites, and Bidding: Join us at "YOBC On Tap" on Saturday, October 24th —Vickie Brunozzi Read on Patch
Blue Water Wave Announces Major Expansion With Six New Chapters, Including Bucks County —Dudley Cadet Read on Patch
Newtown Quaker Meeting to Discuss "The Living Stream of Quaker Worship" —Norval Reece Read on Patch
Please Adults and Young Adults Wake up and wear Bright Colors When walking or jogging or riding your Bikes and if you don't have lights on your bikes or scooters get them . People of all Ages cannot See you while Driving especially at NITE . This goes for every Neighborhood . No driver wants to Hurt anyone while driving (Nextdoor Whispering Wood)
CVS Health posted a job opening for Store Associate Seasonal in Newtown. Apply here.
George School posted a job opening for Custodian (Full-Time) in Newtown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Newtown here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!