11 Miles Of Road Paving Nearly Complete In Lower Makefield Township

Woodside Road, Creamery Road, and the Maplevale Development are expected to be finished by Friday, Lower Makefield Township officials said.

Voters Defeat Ballot Question To Reduce Council In Yardley Election

Yardley voters decided Tuesday that the size of the Borough Council should remain at seven members. Results are unofficial.

$68,600 Check Will Pay For Replacing Aging Yardley Borough Police Car

Yardley Borough Police Chief Joseph Kelly III accepted the state funds during Sen. Steve Santarsiero's station visit this week.

Council President Opposes Yardley Ballot Question To Shrink Government

Council President Caroline Thompson presents a video explaining that officials are not paid. Yardley residents vote Tuesday on the measure.

Deleted Facebook Comment Leads To Yardley Executive Session

Yardley's Council went into executive session Tuesday to discuss the deletion of a resident's Facebook post from a Patch.com budget story.

$1 Million Redevelopment Grant For Morrisville's Stockham Building

The funds will be used for construction costs, including demolition, site work, environmental remediation and streetscape improvements.

ELECTION 2023: Polling Places In Yardley

Residents will cast their votes in the May 16 primary election at polling places in Yardley, Morrisville, and Lower Makefield Township.

1.34-Mill Tax Hike Proposed For Yardley In 2023 Preliminary Budget

The Yardley Borough Council will meet Tuesday night to consider adopting the preliminary budget with a public inspection from Nov. 14-25.

Yardley Voter Guide 2022: Who's On Ballot, Where To Vote

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 8, in Pennsylvania. Check out our voter guide before you cast your ballot in the Yardley area.

$667K Grant Will Create A Community Center At Snipes Farm

The project calls for renovating and expanding a barn at the Morrisville education center. The Snipes family are 11th-generation farmers.

Election 2022: Democrat Perry Warren For State Representative

Patch is asking candidates to share their views on issues in Bucks County. Democrat Perry Warren of Newtown presents his ideas.

Superstorm Sandy Didn't Deter Yardley Group From Delaware Canal Walk

On Sandy's 10-year anniversary, Yardley reflects on losing power, avoiding flooding, and finishing a task no matter Mother Nature's wrath.

Election 2022: Republican Bernie Sauer For State Representative

Patch is asking candidates to share their views on issues in Bucks County. Republican Bernie Sauer of Newtown presents his ideas.

Election Signs Protected From Yardley Borough Regulation

A resident had argued that election signs violated zoning ordinances. Yardley officials stated that it's "unconstitutional" to police them.

Election 2022: Democrat Steve Santarsiero For State Senator

Patch asks candidates to share their views on Bucks County issues. Democrat Steve Santarsiero of Lower Makefield Township offers his ideas.

Is A Tax Hike Looming For Yardley Borough Residents?

Yardley Borough has a $68,000 deficit as 2023 budget discussions head toward a Dec. 6 deadline, Matt Curtin informs Council.

Kids Kingdom Playground Celebrates 30 Years In Lower Makefield

Lower Makefield Township planted trees at the playground Wednesday and has a plaque dedicating the community support to build it.

Police Officer Promoted To Full-Time Duty In Yardley Borough

Dakota B. Romberger was promoted from part-time police officer by the Yardley Borough Council Tuesday night. He joined the force in 2020.

Election 2022: Republican Matt McCullough For State Senator

Patch asks candidates to share their views on issues in Bucks County. Republican Matt McCullough of Newtown Township presents his ideas.

Election Signs Violate Zoning Ordinance, Yardley Resident Protests

A Yardley resident said political signs make Main Street look like the "Newtown Bypass." Borough Council said it would investigate signage.

Water Main Flushing Begins In Lower Makefield Township

The Morrisville Water Department said the flushing begins Monday and lasts until Oct. 20. Residents may notice lower water pressure.

New Councilman Opposes Ballot Question Reducing Yardley Council

Councilman David Appelbaum does not agree with a Nov. 8 ballot question to reduce the Yardley Borough Council from seven to five members.

Shade Tree Commission Seat Changes Hands In Yardley

One member's resignation was announced by the Yardley Borough Council at one meeting with the vacancy filled at Tuesday night's meeting.

Trash Hauler Ends Residential Service In Lower Makefield Township

Republic Services is no longer offering residential trash collection in Lower Makefield Township, the township announced.

Police Officer Hiring Delayed Until Next Yardley Council Meeting

Yardley Police Chief Joseph Kelly III asks the council to move the item to the Oct. 18 agenda. He also released September crime statistics.

Outdoor Dining Fees Opposed by Business Owners In Yardley

Committee will meet Tuesday to outline ordinance fee reductions and regulations changes before presentation to Borough Council next month.

Sidewalk Renovations Scheduled For North Main Street In Yardley

The project starts in mid-October with hopes by borough officials that it will be completed before winter. Six weeks of work is estimated.

2023 Budget Approval Date Set For Dec. 6 By Yardley Council

Borough Council also approved snow removal and salt contracts for upcoming winter.

Harvest Day Like 'Christmas' For Yardley Councilman's Daughter

The 54th annual Harvest Day drew praise from Yardley Borough Council members at Tuesday night's meeting.

2 Council Members Take Oath in Yardley

Don Carlson and David Appelbaum joined the seven-member Borough Council for its meeting Tuesday night.

Fire Hydrant Testing, Water System Flushing In Lower Makefield

Pennsylvania American Water crews are conducting routine flushing through Friday.

Reduce Council Question Faces Yardley Voters In Nov. 8 Election

Resident Earl Markey petitioned to reduce council from seven to five members. A Bucks judge ordered its addition to the Nov. 8 ballot.

Mosquito Spraying Wednesday Night in Lower Makefield Township

The Bucks County Department of Health plans to conduct an ultra-low volume mosquito control operation throughout the township.

Fighting Crime In Blood For New Yardley Police Officer

Robert Gergal Jr. joins the Yardley Borough police department as a part-time police officer. His grandfather was a Bucks County detective.

9/11 Memorial At Garden Of Reflection in Lower Makefield Township

Service Sunday night will mark anniversary of Sept. 11 attacks, which included 18 victims from Bucks County.

2 New Council Members Join In Yardley Borough

Don Carlson and David Appelbaum will fill two seats. Councilman Chris Campellone resigned just before the appointments Tuesday.

Another Yardley Borough Council Resignation Expected

Borough Council is expected to accept another resignation at its meeting Tuesday night. This would be the second in less than a month.

What's Open, Closed On Labor Day In Yardley

Most stores will be open, but banks and government offices are closed for the Labor Day holiday on Monday.

Deadline Now Friday For Vacant Yardley Council Applications

Submit an application by 8 a.m. for vacant Borough Council seat. The term runs through Dec. 31, 2023.

Bucks Dem. Moves To Force House Vote On Universal Background Checks

Perry Warren, D-Bucks, filed a discharge resolution to force consideration by the House of his universal background check bill, H.B. 235.