Brick is one thing that changes the complexion of a community. Newtown had at least two brick structures, one on South Main Street and the other — later known as the Brick Hotel — at the intersection of State Street and Washington Avenue in the 18th century.

Hundreds of community members will gather for the annual Newtown Borough Christmas tree lighting from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, in the Newtown Fire Association’s parking lot at the corner of …

I didn’t know whether to write this letter because I already voted for the Newtown Borough Council. But, in the future, I would want all the persons who are presently members of the council to be …

Holy Family University has been awarded additional funding from the Independence Blue Cross (IBX) Foundation for its collegiate recovery efforts, in partnership with the Association of Recovery in …

The Newtown Quaker Meeting children and teenagers hosted a Simple Supper to raise funds for their selected charity this year and raised $2,008 for Penndel Food Pantry of the Bucks County Housing …

Walking along Washington Avenue in Newtown, you may see a large, hand-painted sign labeled “Archambault Square” with a diagram of building lots. What does this mean, and who was Joseph …

The bucolic fields of Newtown have long been a place for farming, horse breeding and stables. In keeping with this deep agrarian past, it was commonplace at the turn of the century to see working …

The Newtown Historic Association will host Christine Applegate from the Museum of Indian Culture at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 20, at the Half Moon Inn, 105 Court St., Newtown.Applegate will discuss how …

To salute the nation’s veterans, the historic Newtown Theatre will present “Stars & Stripes: A Vintage Variety Show” at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12.A percentage of ticket sales from the event …

The African American community has been an integral part of the local fabric from the time Newtown was founded. During the first half of the 19th century, the Leedom Farm, the Pine Grove Farm and the …

To salute the nation’s veterans, the historic Newtown Theatre will present “Stars & Stripes: A Vintage Variety Show” at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12.A percentage of ticket sales from the event …

To salute the nation’s veterans, the historic Newtown Theatre will present “Stars & Stripes: A Vintage Variety Show” at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12. A percentage of ticket sales from the event will be donated to the Travis Manion Foundation.

Although no visible evidence remains today, Newtown served as the County Seat of Bucks County from 1726 to 1812, before it was moved to Doylestown. During this period, this rural community grew.

When I first heard about a potential traditional neighborhood development in the center of Newtown Borough, which later became known as Steeple View, I was excited by the possibilities it offered to …

Holy Family University is hosting a Career Advancement Insight Night 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15 at its Newtown campus, located at 1 Campus Drive. Meet with admissions and financial aid staff and …

Clean, well-fitting socks are a vital part of keeping feet healthy, yet this simple piece of clothing is anything but simple to someone experiencing homelessness. The Birches at Newtown is partnering …

Newtown Quaker Meeting sent greetings and love to people throughout the world on Oct. 1, in celebration of World Quaker Day, as they gathered in person and virtually via Zoom for worship in …

Newtown Quaker Meeting sent greetings and love to people throughout the world on Oct. 1, in celebration of World Quaker Day, as they gathered in person and virtually via Zoom for worship in …