Part-Time Police Officer Takes Oath In Yardley

Lucas Murray was sworn in at Tuesday's Borough Council meeting. Yardley still has an opening for a part-time officer.

Yardley Police Study Not On The Table, Council Says

A request was made to review a possible merger with Lower Makefield Township to lower the cost of police services.

$50K Grant Will Help Renovate Yardley's Black History Museum

The Gather Place is the first African American woman-owned and operated museum in Bucks County. It opened in September.

Yardley Council Shuffles Committee Representatives

With new Yardley Councilman Uri Feiner on board, the council had to change up who serves on various committees.

Half Of Yardley's 12 Board Vacancies Filled

The Yardley Borough Council approved six appointments at its meeting this week. See who was appointed.

Democrats Announce Council Slate in 'Historic' Yardley Election

All seven council seats are up for grabs, the first in Yardley's history. Council President Caroline Thompson announced the candidates.

Website Upgraded For Yardley Borough Police Department

Yardley Police Chief Joseph Kelly III said the updated website is more user-friendly. He said a borough business made the upgrades.

$9M In Grants To Fund YMCA Renovation, 2 Other Morrisville Projects

U.S. Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick secured funding for the YMCA, the municipal authority, and the school district in Morrisville.

Meet Uri Feiner, Yardley Borough's New Council Member

Uri Feiner was appointed by Yardley Borough Council last week to fill the vacancy of Matt Ross, who resigned at the end of December.

Diversity Questioned Over Yardley Board Reappointments

Dawn Perlmutter criticized Yardley Borough Council's process. A councilman said the candidates were properly vetted based on credentials.

2-Term Councilman Appointed To Fill Board Vacancy In Yardley Borough

Uri Feiner makes his return to the Yardley Borough Council. He replaces Councilman Matt Ross, who resigned at the end of 2022.

North Main Street Sidewalks Project In Yardley Extended To Spring

Yardley Borough's engineer said paving for Phase II cannot be completed until temperatures warm. A PennDOT grant was sought for Phase III.

Join A Board: Yardley Borough Seeks To Fill Vacancies

Yardley Councilman David Appelbaum is vetting applicants in hopes of filling some of the openings shortly.

State Rep. Warren Visits Exhibits, Makes Rounds At PA Farm Show

State Rep. Perry Warren also hosted area politicians at his new district office in Lower Makefield Township. The Farm Show ends Saturday.

Council To Interview Candidates For Yardley Vacancy Tuesday

Yardley Borough Council will interview candidates Tuesday to replace Councilman Matt Ross.

Warren Takes Oath To Begin 4th Term In 31st Legislative District

State Rep. Perry Warren starts a two-year term. He serves Yardley, Newtown and Newtown, Lower Makefield, and Upper Makefield townships.

Ross Resigns From Yardley Borough Council, Applicants Sought

Yardley Borough Council filled two vacancies in September. Ross is leaving to devote more time to his family, officials said.

Council Resignation Expected At Yardley Meeting Monday

The Yardley Borough Council filled two vacancies in early September. The resignation is listed as a meeting agenda item for acceptance.

2022: Top News Stories On Yardley Patch

Yardley Borough Council filled two seats and endured a ballot question to shrink its membership. Land clearing began on the Wegmans project

Open House For Rep. Warren's New District Office In Lower Makefield

Warren welcomes Upper Makefield Township to the revised 31st Legislative District with Jan. 5 open house. His office was located in Yardley.

New Township Manager Begins Tenure In Lower Makefield

David Kratzer has served as manager of Susquehanna Township. He replaces Police Chief Kenneth Coluzzi, who was working on an interim basis.

Applicants Wanted: Seven Board, Committee Vacancies In Lower Makefield

Lower Makefield Township supervisors are taking applications to fill seats on the zoning board and historical commission, among other posts.

Police Chief To Drop Interim Post as Lower Makefield Township Manager

Lower Makefield Township Police Chief Kenneth Coluzzi has served for six months. Supervisors will appoint a new manager Wednesday.

$5.8 Million In Crime And Deliquency Grants Will Assist Lower Bucks

State Rep. Steve Santarsiero said the grants will support organizations in Yardley and Lower Makefield, Falls, and Bristol townships.

History on Sale: Lower Makefield Township Offering Mercer Tile

Lower Makefield Township is selling items showcasing its history dating to William Penn. The township is one of the first in Bucks County.

Tax Increase Approved As Yardley Adopts 2023 Municipal Budget

The average homeowner will pay $37 more in taxes, raising the municipal tax bill to $831.26.

Civil Service Commission Appointment Criticized By Yardley Applicant

Yardley resident Dawn Perlmutter said she had applied previously and was never interviewed for the alternate vacancy Borough Council filled.

FEMA Recognizes Yardley For Floodplain Management Rating

The agency honored Yardley recently with a plaque and a 10 percent flood insurance discount for improving its flood risk awareness.

Fracking Wastewater Discharge Banned In Delaware River Basin

The Delaware River Basin Commission adopted rules Wednesday protecting the watershed from future pollution. Five public hearings were held.

Phase III Of Sidewalks Project Has Yardley Seeking State Grant

Borough Council applied for a $100,000 PennDOT grant. Phase II of the North Main Street project is expected to be done by year's end.

$24M In Upgrades Unveiled At Yardley Water Treatment Plant

State and local officials toured the Pennsylvania American Water facility on Monday. It serves Yardley, Lower Makefield and Falls townships.

Leaf Collection Concluding In Yardley, Lower Makefield Starts Phase II

Yardley Borough wraps up leaf collection on Saturday. Round Two for Lower Makefield is scheduled to end the week of Dec. 19.

Budget Breakdown: What Tax Hike Will The Yardley Borough Council Pay?

The Yardley Borough Council is expected to adopt its 2023 municipal budget at its Dec. 6 meeting. The average resident will pay $37 more.

State Rep. Warren Opens District Office In Lower Makefield Township

The new digs for State Rep. Perry Warren officially opened Thursday after being located for six years on Main Street in Yardley.

$37 Tax Hike In 2023 Preliminary Budget For Average Yardley Resident

The Yardley Borough Council plans on approving the final budget at its Dec. 6 meeting. The preliminary budget is open for public inspection.

Hikers Beware: Aggressive Raccoon Advisory In Lower Makefield Township

The critter has been spotted in Five Mile Woods. Township officials tweeted the alert Wednesday.

Open Space Preservation Letter Penned By Yardley to Lower Makefield

The Yardley Borough Council requests that a 6-acre parcel near the Delaware Canal be saved by Lower Makefield for a future nature trail.

Sidewalk Renovations Underway For North Main Street In Yardley

The project started Monday with a 90-day schedule for completion. Borough officials had hoped for a mid-October start to beat winter.

Leaf Collection Takes Place This Week In Yardley, Lower Makefield

Yardley has another date scheduled in early December. Lower Makefield Township will complete Phase 1 of leaf collection after Nov. 21.

Santarsiero, Warren Projected Winners In Yardley Re-Election Bids

Brian Fitzpatrick is the projected winner in the 1st District U.S. Congressional race in Tuesday's election. Results are unofficial.