Newtown Fire Rescue welcomes its newest recruit during a swearing-in ceremony at the Newtown District Court.
"This can't happen again," said Sen. Steve Santarsiero of a spill that contaminated private drinking water wells in Upper Makefield.
Superintendent Andy Sanko said when the district learned of the arrest, the Yardley resident was immediately terminated.
The damage has temporarily taken the squad's four-wheel drive ambulance off the road until repairs can be made.
Police reported one incident during the past week - a suspected drunk driver who was stopped by police at Swamp Road and the Newtown Bypass.
The incident was one of seven new cases opened by township detectives in December, the police chief told the supervisors.
The Newtown Township Police Department reported the following incidents and arrests between Jan. 10 and 15.
Elen Snyder is calling on the board to make planning for the new stations a township priority in 2026.
The woman was taken into custody on Friday in Bristol by members of the U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force.
Police are also investigating the theft of a package by a porch pirate from a home on Diamond Drive.
Ethan Tecker to lead the line officers as chief while Dennis Kilfeather continues as the company's president.
Township police said they believe the burglaries on River Road were committed by the same person(s).
Police are also investigating a fraudulent Facebook Marketplace transaction that cost a resident $900.
Officer Robert Lupinetti began his career with the department in 1997, rising through the ranks from corporal to sergeant.
In the days leading up to Christmas, police also investigated two separate incidents of package thefts in the township.
Newtown Township Police confirmed on Tuesday that an arrest had been made and that the student would face charges as a juvenile.
In other reports, police investigated stolen hunting accessories, arrested two on active warrants following traffic stops.
Newtown Borough Police also cited a man with public drunkenness after he caused an early morning disturbance on North State Street.
The funds were raised during the police department's first-ever Turkey Trot, which drew 600 runners to the streets of Newtown.
While investigating the false activation of a burglar alarm, police arrested an individual who had a warrant out for their arrest.
The Penndel Borough Police Officer from Newtown saw the fire and immediately jumped into action, police said.
In other reports, police charged three with multiple felonies following an incident at a township bank.
Ofc. DuBeck said he is excited to begin his new law enforcement career serving the residents of Newtown and Wrightstown townships.
Officer Gregg was gunned down 20 years ago inside the emergency department at St. Mary by a man he and his partner had in custody.
Firefighters from four companies battled the blaze on Wednesday night along Route 532.
The borough is asking the township to reconsider its offer of $275,000 for fire service protection in 2026.
The one-day-only hunt is aimed at reducing both antlered and antlerless deer populations, park officials said.
During a second traffic stop, police arrested a driver on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol.
The three suspects are now facing multiple felony charges, according to the Newtown Township Police Department.
Police have determined that speed wasn't a factor in the one car crash Tuesday morning on Windy Bush Road.
Township police also investigated several cases of fraud and an incident of identify theft
During a traffic stop on West Road, police seized a box truck for suspected involvement in cooking oil thefts in the area.
The borough has been working with the township to hammer out a new fire services agreement for next year.
Police also cited a man with disorderly conduct following a disturbance on the Newtown-Yardley Road.
The Newtown Township Police Department reported the following incidents and arrests between Oct. 24 and 30.
Warrington man is in custody following an incident Monday that injured a driver in Lower Bucks. He now faces an attempted murder charge.
Announces the launch of new fire and emergency response training for data centers and lithium battery incidents.
Suspect taken into custody at Route 532 and Stoopville Road in Lower Makefield; firearm recovered and is being processed, police said.
Officer Christian Snowden and Officer Garrett Chirik were officially sworn-in by Newtown area District Judge Michael Petrucci.
In other reports, policed cite a man for retail theft, investigated a hit-and-run and the unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.