LOWER BUCKS COUNTY, PA — A freight train derailed 13 cars, including three that were carrying hazardous materials.
Meanwhile, a man lured an underage girl to a Bensalem Township for sexual acts.
This is a summary of stories that made news this past week in Lower Bucks County:
Bensalem Police have released more details of a freight train derailment that prompted a Hazmat response leading to a shelter-in-place order on Tuesday afternoon. (Read More)
A man who authorities said was in the country illegally has been charged in the sexual assault of an underage girl after meeting her at a store, police said. (Read More)
The Bucks County District Attorney’s Office is alerting residents about a phone scam involving jury duty. Authorities said people are impersonating court officials. (Read More)
The Centennial School District has approved a $157.3 million final 2026-2027 school budget that will include a 3.5 percent tax hike. (Read More)
Neshaminy High School will be expanding. The Neshaminy School Board has approved a $50 million plan. (Read More)
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