Election 2025: Melissa Merk For Newtown Township Supervisor

Patch is asking candidates to share their views on issues in Bucks County. Melissa Merk presents her ideas.

Election 2025: Edward Merriman For Newtown Township Supervisor

Patch is asking candidates to share their views on issues in Bucks County. Edward Merriman presents his ideas.

What You May NOT Know About the Proposed #NewtownPA Township 2026 Budget

This article covers all the details of the DRAFT Newtown Township 2026 budget. Changes are still possible, but unlikely.

Newtown Twp. Unveils 2026 Budget: What You Need To Know

Township manager Micah Lewis detailed next year's draft budget during this week's meeting of the board of supervisors.

Election 2025: Nicole Rodowicz For Newtown Borough Mayor

Patch is asking candidates to share their views on issues in Bucks County. Nicole Rodowicz presents her ideas.

Election 2025: Gina Tognini For Newtown Borough Council

Patch is asking candidates to share their views on issues in Bucks County. Gina Tognini presents her ideas.

Election 2025: Hedy Ranieri For Council Rock School Board

Patch is asking candidates to share their views on issues in Bucks County. Hedy Ranieri presents her ideas.

Public Invited To 'Listening Party' Hosted By Newtown Borough Democrats

Candidates for mayor and borough council to share their ideas, questions, concerns and proposals with the public.

Firearms Bill Authored By Bucks Lawmaker Passes House

The legislation would close a loophole by requiring universal background checks for the private sale of long guns.

Inside the Real Work of a Township Supervisor

Newtown’s next leaders should be ready to log and share their hours, because governing a town is more than attending a few meetings a month.

Bradley Cooper Speaks Out Against Overdevelopment in Newtown

“Developers don’t care about us" Cooper claims.

Chandler Hall Residents Push for Safer Crosswalk on Sycamore Street

Residents & Management urge Newtown Township officials to make long-overdue safety upgrades to the crosswalk on South Sycamore Street.

​​​​Smedley Announces Candidacy For Council Rock School Board

He is joining the race in Region 9 following the withdrawal of Dave Espenshade, who had won the GOP Primary in May.

#NewtownPA Township Residents Push Back on Goodnoe Homestead Redevelopment Project

I review hundreds of responses to my survey that simply asked "What is your opinion of this plan?"

Newtown Twp. Releases Fall/Winter Parks And Recreation Guide

See the latest announcement from the Newtown Township.

Hundreds Attend 'Good Troubles' Rally, Candlelight Vigil In Newtown-Middletown

More than 1,000 nationwide events were held to remember the life of John Lewis and to inspire others to stand up to injustice.

‘Good Trouble’ Rally In Newtown-Middletown To Protest Trump, Honor Civil Rights Icon

Another wave of protests will be taking place across the nation. The latest is being done in the name of late congressman John Lewis.

Newtown Twp. Fills Open Seat On Sewer Authority Board

In a surprise turn of events, the board of supervisors appointed one of its own to the authority's six-member board.

Hundreds Protest Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' At Bucks Co. 'Die-In'

A group of participants laid down in front of Congressman Fitzpatrick’s office holding tombstones to protest Trump's bill.

'No Kings' Protest Draws Huge Crowd In Newtown-Langhorne

Organizers say Saturday's protest at the Summit Square Shopping Center drew more than the 1,350 people who signed up to attend.

Newtown To Raise Pride Flag At Borough Hall

The flag will remain on display at the borough hall throughout Pride Month, which is observed in the United States in June.

School Board, Municipal Races Set For November In Newtown Area

Voters in Newtown, Upper Makefield and Wrightstown cast their ballots in Tuesday's primary election. See results below.

Election 2025 Results: The Race For Council Rock School Board

All 8 candidates are moving onto the general election in the race for 4 open seats on the school board. Here's how the numbers came out.

Council Rock School Board Primary Election 2025: See Live Results

Voters in the Council Rock School District went to the polls on Tuesday to vote for school board candidates.

Primary Election Day In The Newtown Area: Who's On The Ballot

Tuesday, May 20 is Primary Election Day in Pennsylvania. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

​California Congressman Returning To Bucks Co. Roots For Town Hall

Council Rock graduate Ro Khanna to address “Benefits over Billionaires” town hall event in Bucks County on Sunday.

Election 2025: David Espenshade Running For Council Rock School Board

Patch is asking candidates in contested races to share their views on the issues. Republican David Espenshade shares his deas.

Election 2025: Nicole Khan Running For Council Rock School Board

Patch is asking candidates in contested races to share their views on the issues. Democrat Nicole Khan shares her ideas.

Newtown Borough Democrats Announce 2025 Slate Of Candidates

A former council president is running for mayor while three borough councilors will be seeking another term on borough council.

Election 2025: Rickert Running For Council Rock School Board

Patch is asking candidates in contested races to share their views on the issues. Democrat Cheryl Rickert shares her ideas.

Newtown Voter Guide 2025: Who's On The Ballot, Where To Vote

The primary election is Tuesday, May 20. Check out our voter guide before you go to the polls in Newtown.

Indivisible Bucks County Plans 'Bring Them Home' Rally

Protesters say they will "flood" Congressman’s office with letters and emails on behalf of those ‘disappeared’ by the Trump Administration

Democrats Announce Candidacy For Newtown Township Supervisor

The two hopefuls said they will bring a fresh perspective and new solutions to the Newtown Township Board of Supervisors' race.

Republicans Announce Candidacy For Newtown Township Supervisor

The two are running together on a “For A Better Newtown” platform and against “secret agendas."

Planned Day Care Center Raises Traffic Concerns In Newtown Township

Delancey Court residents asking the township to consider traffic calming measures to mitigate backups on Route 413.

Newtown Twp. Calls On Authority To Cancel Plans For Sewer Plant

In a surprise announcement on Wednesday, Newtown Supervisor Elen Snyder called on the authority to suspend any plans for a new plant.

Newtown Township Seeking Request For Proposal For Banking Services

Newtown Township, Bucks County

Dr. Gloria Post Comments on WWTP & PFAS

Dr. Post notified Newtown supervisors that a proposed local sewer treatment plant would discharge PFAS into Lake Luxembourg

Water Treatment Expert Comments on Proposed Newtown WWTP

Comments were made by Middletown resident Ray Post at Newtown Supervisors meeting regarding the environmental impact of the proposed plant

Grassroots Group Forming To Oppose Plans For Newtown Wastewater Plant

Calling itself “Stop the Newtown Sewer Plant,” the group sent out a flier announcing plans to organize against the project.