Top Five Stories of the Week: May 20 through 26
A look at the top stories that made headlines in Newtown this past week.
5. First Fourth Fireworks in Question Due to Lack of Funding
Newtown's First Fourth celebration, which will be held July 7, may not feature the usual fireworks display, organizers say.
4. Memorial Service Honors Bucks County's Fallen Officers
A Memorial Service was held Monday at St. Andrew's in remembrance of the 12 Bucks County officers who were killed while protecting their communities.
3. Couple Raises $50,000 For Playground in Memory of Son
Newtown Township residents Natalie and Jason Cohen have raised $50,000 to put towards a playground at Veteran’s Park in memory of their son, Noah.
2. Effort to Redevelop Dormant Acme Site 'Moving Again'
Developers of The Promenade, the mixed-use development slated for the old Acme site on Sycamore Street, are scheduled to appear before the Newtown Township Planning Commission on June 5.
1. Township Police Report Multiple Black Bear Sightings
The first sighting was 6:30 a.m. Wednesday in Newtown Township. Three more sightings were reported that day in Newtown and Wrightstown townships.