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NEWSLETTER: October 2025 Issue v2 of Newtown News Of Interest

This issue of the Newtown News of Interest newsletter provides an overview of local government news and controversies in Newtown, Pennsylvania, primarily focusing on topics discussed at various Board of Supervisors meetings in late 2025.

Key issues detailed include a contentious showdown over the 2026 Fire Services Agreement between Newtown Township and the Borough, where officials disagreed on payment amounts for fire protection. Additionally, the text highlights zoning and land-use debates, such as objections to a proposed mini-storage facility and a request from the Newtown Athletic Club for a variance regarding an improperly placed sign. Read the issue...

MEETING SUMMARY 21 October 2025 Planning Commission

The Planning Commission addressed several major issues at its October 21, 2025 meeting, including a revised native plants ordinance, four Zoning Hearing Board applications, and a three-lot subdivision plan for 473 Lower Dolington Road. More details…

Listen to this “Deep Dive” Podcast for a quick informative summary of the meeting:

Mack's Newtown Voice · From Right Tree Species to Right Wall Sign Placement

BLOG POST: Board of Supervisors 13 October 2025 Work Session

At the October 13, 2025 Board of Supervisors Work Session, debate flared over how much Newtown Borough should pay Newtown Township for professional fire protection services. The discussion exposed deep divisions among supervisors and left open the question of whether the Borough will have guaranteed fire coverage in 2026.

BLOG POST: What You May NOT Know About the Proposed #NewtownPA Township 2026 Budget

The 2026 Proposed Budget serves as Newtown Township's comprehensive strategic financial plan, outlining the resources required to deliver public services and advance community priorities. This executive summary provides a high-level overview for township residents, focusing on the key financial metrics, operational priorities, and capital investments designed to maintain and enhance the quality of life for our residents. Does it achieve that goal? You be the judge.

Most Viewed News Stories

Year 2024

The following stories from the News of Interest and Newtown News Update email newsletters were among the top 5 most viewed news stories in 2024:

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September 2025

The following are the Top 5 viewed videos in September 2025. Click on video image or link below the image to see the video.

1	Bradley Cooper Speaks Out Against Overdevelopment in Newtown
2	22 September 2025 Meet Mack Monday
3	Chandler Hall Residents Push for Safer Crosswalk
4	10 September 2025 HARB Meeting
5	Craig Deutsch Comments at 13 August 2025 BOS Meeting

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I "scoop" - curate - stories from regional and local news sources and pages of my website that may be of interest to Newtown Township area residents. Each "scoop" is an edited summary and links back to the original source article and related information.

Any opinions and/or insights appended to these article summaries are solely those of John Mack and do not represent the opinions of any other person or entity.