Train Derails 13 Cars, Girl Lured For Sex At Hotel: Lower Bucks Co. News

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:

New Details After 13 Railroad Cars Derail

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)

Man Charged In Sexual Assault Of Girl At Bensalem Hotel

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)

Jury Duty Phone Scam Warning Issued

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)

3.5% Centennial School Budget Tax Hike OK'd

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 Expansion Planned

Neshaminy High School will be expanding. The Neshaminy School Board has approved a $50 million plan. (Read More)