Top Five Stories of the Week: Feb. 12 to 18

Here's our countdown of the top five stories that made headlines this week in Newtown:

5. Stocking Works II Hearing Postponed; Will Resume In March

A conditional use hearing for the Stocking Works II proposal, now known as Steeple View, has been postponed from later this month until Tuesday, March 27.  

4. Will Veterans Park Fields Be Ready For Spring?

Council Rock Newtown Athletic Association said it would foot the bill for $7,000 worth of improvements at Veterans Park if it means the fields can be used this spring. But township officials say an ongoing issue with the contractor regarding the condition of the grass must be dealt with properly so the township is protected from any future liability.

3. Valet Parking To Return In March

An unsuccessful attempt at valet parking in Newtown Borough will be given a second chance, Borough Council decided Tuesday. Valet parking will be offered for $5 starting in March.

2. 'Supermarket Diversity' Petition Exceeds Goal of 500 Supporters

Four area residents who started a petition seeking supermarket diversity have exceeded their goal of 500 signatures.

1. Gerard O'Malley Resigns From Borough Council

Gerard O’Malley announced Wednesday he will resign from Newtown Borough Council, just months after being reelected to his second term. He said a new position that comes with expanded duties, including international travel, will not provide him adequate time to dedicate to the borough.