Newtown
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One of Bucks County’s Largest Family-Owned Companies Acquires Six Applebee’s Restaurants
Newtown franchisee The Rose Group, one of Greater Philadelphia’s largest family-owned companies, has acquired six Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar restaurants in Central Pennsylvania, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The six eateries in Carlisle, Ephrata, Harrisburg, Hummelstown, Lancaster, and York were purchased from fellow franchisee Keystone Apple on Nov. 19 for an…
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High-end Steakhouse Capital Grille Officially Opens at Village at Newtown Shopping Center
The Capital Grille marked the official opening of its doors at the Village at Newtown Shopping Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The high-end steakhouse is known for its dry-aged steaks and fresh seafood, as well as world-class wine lists. “It’s good to be home,” said Warrington native…
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The Capital Grille Opens First Bucks County Location in Newtown
The Capital Grille, renowned for its dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood, and exceptional wine selection, is just weeks away from opening its first location in Bucks County, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The new restaurant, located at the Village at Newtown Shopping Center, will open its doors on Monday, Sept. 9 at 4 PM.…
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Newtown Arts Company Presents The SpongeBob Musical with Star-Studded Soundtrack
Newtown Arts Company is set to bring The SpongeBob Musical to life from August 15-18 at the Zlock Performing Arts Center, located at Bucks County Community College, writes Blair Ingenthron for Broadway World. Directed by Morgaine Ford-Workman and featuring choreography by Wren Workman, this production also includes music direction by Susan den Outer and…
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New Eastern European Bakery, Restaurant, and Flower Shop Opening in Newtown
Newtown Township will soon welcome a new Eastern European-inspired restaurant and bakery, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch. Flourish Cafe, known for its location at Village Shires Shopping Center in Northampton Township, is expanding to the Village at Newtown Shopping Center. The restaurant will occupy 3,210 square feet in the space next to the…
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Bucks County Community College Secures $2 Million Federal Grant for Apprenticeship and Clean Energy Programs
Bucks County Community College has secured a $2 million federal grant to expand its clean energy job training programs, writes Emily Neil for WHYY. The grant would allow the college to expand their manufacturing apprenticeship programs and introduce a clean energy HVAC technician program. It aims to bolster the college’s metalwork and industrial maintenance pre-apprenticeship…
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‘Today Show’ Hosts Give Newtown’s Alex Cooper ‘Call Her Daddy’ Treatment
Newtown native Alex Cooper was a guest at NBC’s Today with Hoda & Jenna, where the two hosts asked her some of the candid questions she has asked celebrities on her popular podcast, Call Her Daddy. Cooper became famous by being able to get her guests to open up and those conversations often go viral.…
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Historic Newtown Theatre Undergoes $1.1 Million Renovations
The historic Newtown Theatre is undergoing a $1.1 million transformation this summer, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch. Located on North State Street, the theater is set for extensive upgrades aimed at revitalizing this community landmark. The ambitious project includes a $600,000 overhaul of the balcony, introducing brand new seating, hardwood flooring, and enhanced…
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A Thousand Diners to Gather in Newtown for Alfresco Black and White Dinner This September
A thousand black-and-white clad diners will gather on Newtown Borough’s closed-down North State Street for an alfresco dinner on September 7, according to The Reporter. Tickets are now on sale for the 8th annual Newtown Black & White Dinner to benefit the historic Newtown Theatre. The street will be lined with tables draped in…
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Wall Street Journal: Newtown Native Alex Cooper Expands Media Empire with ‘Call Her Daddy’
Newtown native Alex Cooper has made significant strides in the media industry since her rise to fame with the popular podcast “Call Her Daddy,” writes Sarah Ashley O’Brien for The Wall Street Journal. In 2021, Cooper inked a groundbreaking three-year, $60 million deal with Spotify. As this agreement nears its end, Cooper is setting…
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New Wawa Convenience Store and Gas Station Breaks Ground in Newtown Township
Construction has commenced for a new Wawa convenience store and gas station on a 4.95-acre site at the corner of Newtown Bypass and Lower Silver Lake Road in Newtown Township, writes Tom Sofield for Newtown PA Now. In recent days, crews have worked diligently to clear the area of brush and trees, preparing the ground…
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Guru’s Indian Cuisine in Newtown Reopens with Vegetarian Menu
A pop up at Guru’s Indian Cuisine in Newtown will feature a vegetarian menu, writes Marilyn Johnson for Philly Grub. Owners Ashni “Baba” Kumar and Priya Guru decided to open the limited engagement vegetarian pop up at the restaurant location.. The bar and 50-seat outdoor patio will be open to diners who order takeout, but…
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Why Newtown Book and Record Exchange is a Must-Visit for Book and Music Lovers
A Newtown bookstore is being highlighted as a top Pennsylvania shop to visit, according to The Keystone. Newtown Book and Record Exchange has been a cherished local mainstay since 1981. This beloved shop offers a treasure trove of used books many of which are in pristine condition, that invite visitors to lose themselves in…
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Second Sin Brewing Company Expands with New Newtown Taproom Opening This Month
Second Sin Brewing Company is set to open a new taproom in Newtown Borough later this month, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The new location at 17 N. State Street, which previously housed Rittenhouse Home, will officially open its doors at noon on April 27. The upcoming 1,400-square-foot taproom will feature a 12-tap…
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Newtown Artist Holdyn Barder’s ‘Go Birds’ is A Song About Converting Cowboys Fans to the Eagles
Newtown artist Holdyn Barder is stirring up the spirit of rivalry with his new song, taking a playful jab at the Eagles’ foe, reports 6 ABC. The song titled “Go Birds” is a cheeky narrative about converting a Cowboys fan into an Eagles enthusiast. “It’s basically about a Dallas Cowboys fan who you…
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Steeple View Project: Newtown Borough’s Game-Changer for Urban Renewal and Community Amenities
Newtown Borough’s long-awaited Steeple View Project is awaiting final approval, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch. If approved, it would be Newtown’s largest redevelopment project. The plan includes the revitalization of nine acres extended from Centre Avenue to South State Street to create a mixed-use neighborhood, with four residential structures and three mixed-use…
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