Lawmakers Introduce Bill To Modernize Pennsylvania’s Equal Pay Law

Women in Pennsylvania currently earn 79 cents for every dollar paid to men, according to the lawmakers.

Rep. Kristin Marcell Appointed To House Appropriations Committee

She'll also serve on the Professional Licensure and the Aging and Older Adult Services committees.

Single Use Plastics Ordinance Moving Forward In Newtown Township

The EAC will be holding a special public meeting on April 3 beginning at 7 p.m. to introduce a sample ordinance.

Traffic, Signage Experts Testify At Wawa Zoning Appeal In Newtown

Provco is challenging the validity of Newtown Township's E30 zoning ordinance with regard to signs, gas pumps and EMCs.

Bucks County Lawmaker Calls On Delco Representative To Resign

State Representative Kristin Marcell joined more than a dozen female lawmakers calling for Rep. Mike Zabel to resign.

Wawa Validity Challenge Continues Before Newtown Township Zoning Board

Provco is challenging the substantive validity of the township’s E30 zoning ordinance in ongoing battle to bring Wawa to Newtown.

Parking Expected To Dominate Review Of Steeple View Plans In Newtown

Developer Allan Smith is seeking approval for a revised plan for the largest redevelopment project in recent borough history.

Senator Pushes Bills To Bring Justice To Childhood Sex Assault Victims

“The time has come at long last to open wide the door to justice for the victims of childhood sexual abuse," said State Sen. Santarsiero.

Newtown Township Switching Electric Providers In Cost Saving Move

3Point Energy will provide electric service to the township for the next 60 months at a cost of just under six cents per kilowatt hour.

Republicans Make Endorsements In Newtown Township Municipal Race

The Newtown Township GOP is endorsing Ahern and Verwoerd for supervisor and Abrahamsen for auditor.

Elen Snyder Announces Re-Election Bid For Newtown Township Supervisor

Snyder, a Democrat and six-year resident of Newtown Township, is a member of the board’s Democratic four to one majority.

Could An EV Police Car Be In Newtown Borough's Future?

Police department test drives BMW; borough council hears cost benefit analysis as it weighs electric vs. gas-powered vehicles.

Speed Reduction Takes Effect Along Busy Newtown Township Street

The reduction, approved by the board of supervisors on Feb. 8, is part of a broader initiative aimed at improving safety along the street.

Supervisors Authorize Engineer To Bid Road Paving Program In Newtown

Bid opening is scheduled for March 14 with a potential bid award taking place on March 22.

Republicans Announce Candidacy For Newtown Township Supervisor

Andrea Ahern and Debbie Verwoerd have announced their intention to run for Newtown Township Supervisor this year.

Planners Begin Review Of Revised, Multi-Million Steeple View Project

Commissioners raise concern with proposed parking, plans for reconstructed barn and timeline for pedestrian footbridge.

Footbridge Project Takes Step Forward In Newtown Borough And Township

The borough and the township are moving forward this week with plans to engineer the project.

Proclamation Honors Retired Newtown Borough Public Works Contractor

The council, the mayor and the public gave Fesmire a standing ovation at the January council meeting and presented him with a proclamation.

Newtown Borough Council To Honor Retiring Contractor, Businessowner

During its meeting on Tuesday night, council is also expected to ink a formalized fire services agreement and fill committee positions.

​Steeple View Project To Go Before Newtown Borough Planners

Commission will review plans for what will be the largest redevelopment project in the town’s history. 

Kristin Marcell Sworn In For First Term As State Representative

Wrightstown Township resident to represent the 178th Legislative District in Harrisburg.

Newtown Township: Watch Board Of Supervisors Reorganization On TV

See the latest announcement from the Newtown Township.

Newtown Township Elects Board Leaders; Looks Ahead To 2023

Supervisors re-appoint leadership team; chairman Dennis Fisher recounts accomplishments in 2022, looks ahead to challenges in 2023.

Looking Ahead In 2023: Newtown Wawa Plans Headed To Court

The year is expected to begin with Provco battling the township on two fronts - in Bucks County Court and before the zoning hearing board.

Looking Ahead To 2023: Steeple View Project On Newtown Borough Agenda

In November, the council granted Smith a three month extension for his project, the largest redevelopment project in the town’s history. 

Sketch Plans Unveiled For Luxury Apartment Building In Newtown

The multi-family residential building would be a first in the township marketed to young couples and seniors looking to downsize.

Newtown Township Parks And Recreation Winter/Spring Brochure

See the latest announcement from the Newtown Township.

Newtown Township Newsletter For Winter/Spring 2023

See the latest announcement from the Newtown Township.

Newtown Township Pursuing Safety Measures For Mid-Block Crossing

The measures, suggested by the residents of Newtown Walk, include overhead flashing beacons and a reduction in the speed limit.

Final Newtown Township Budget To Boost Taxes For Emergency Services

The 2023 spending plan will boost the tax rate by 1.625 mills, which equates to about $75 more a year on the average tax bill.

Pedestrian Span Over Newtown Creek Back On The Table

The idea is to create a safe, recreational connection across the Newtown Creek that would provide a missing link in the local trail system.

Provco Appeals Newtown Township’s Denial Of Wawa Land Development Plan

At the same time, Provco also is moving forward with a  validity challenge of the township’s ordinance.

Council Rock Elects Leaders; Approves Nights 4 Knowledge Math Program

New evening math program aimed at addressing learning loss from the pandemic.

Wawa Saga Continues In Newtown As Provco Prepares Validity Challenge

In preparation for the challenge, the supervisors have retained David Babbitt & Associates to assist the township in its defense.

Food Trucks in the Newtown Business Commons?

In my opinion, food trucks offer an alternative to brick-and-mortar "eating places" recommended by Bucks County Planning Commission.

45 Home Toll Brothers Development Approved In Newtown Township

The homes will be built on a 22 acre site that had been part of the 158 acre All Saints Cemetery property.

Plan Update Takes 10-Year Look Into The Future Of Newtown Borough

The plan acts as a roadmap for the town’s future covering every aspect of the community, from housing to walkability and downtown viability.

Historic Win For State Democratic Candidates In Bucks County

When every race is decided Democrats are expected to have won an unprecedented six out of 10 state house seats in the county.

Santarsiero, Warren, Marcell Projected Winners In Newtown Area

Republican Brian Fitzpatrick also projected to win 1st District U.S. Congressional race, according to unofficial results.

Police Contract Extension With Wrightstown OK'd By Newtown Township

Wrightstown will pay Newtown $888,000 in 2023 with a five percent a year escalator clause each year over the course of the contract.