These Are 2025's Top Marple Newtown Patch Stories

MARPLE-NEWTOWN, PA — As we look ahead to 2026, we're also looking back at 2025.

Plenty happened in Marple and Newtown townships in the past year, and we've rounded up the stories you and your neighbors in the area read the most.

Below are the Patch stories readers in Marple and Newtown clicked on the most:

Burglar Caught Defecating In Delaware County Home: State Police
Pennsylvania State Police said the man told them he broke into a local home because he had a bowel movement coming.

Massive Indoor Pickleball Facility Coming To Delaware County
The Picklr, North America's fastest growing indoor pickleball franchise, will open in a 42,073-square-foot at the Broomall Commons.

Theft From Gym Locker Leads To Vehicle Chase In Marple, Haverford
Marple Police said a suspect who stole from lockers in Planet Fitness was involved in a chase that bled into Haverford Township last week.

Beloved Delco Restaurant Planning New Location In Broomall
While it's not clear when the new location will open, the restaurant said it had variances approved in Broomall.

Man Looking At Cell Phone Caused Fatal Crash In Marple: State Police
Pennsylvania State Police said a driver looking at his cell phone caused a crash Friday in Marple, killing a passenger in his vehicle.

Delco Woods Master Plan Unveiled
Delaware County's upcoming park will feature hiking and mountain biking trails, a dog park, a wetland boardwalk, and much more.

Adults Charged In Newtown Square Underage Drinking Party: State Police
A man and a woman, 57 and 55, were charged in connection with an underage drinking party, according to Pennsylvania State Police.

31 Broomall, Newtown Square Physicians Make Region's Top Doctors List
Philly Magazine published its list of "Top Docs," and these doctors in Broomall and Newtown Square are among those featured on the list.

Newtown Square Blaze Sends Firefighter To Hospital, Damages Homes
Two homes in Newtown Square were reportedly damaged by a fire, and one emergency responder was taken to a hospital.

Broomall Man Charged With 20 Counts Of Child Pornography
A Broomall man has been charged with 20 counts of child pornography and 20 counts of criminal use of a communication facility, records show.

New Breakfast Chain Opens Saturday In Newtown Square
Toastique in Newtown Square will offer gourmet toasts, protein waffles, bowls, fresh cold-pressed juices, smoothies, espresso, and more.

Stoned Driver Going 100 MPH Caused Fatal Delco Crash: Police
Newtown Police said Terrence Weh, 28, of Upper Darby, was going 100 miles per hour and was high when he killed Marcellinus Madu in a crash.

Newtown Square Private School Among Best In PA, Nation In New Ranking
This Delaware County private school is one of the best in Pennsylvania and the United States, according to education ranking service Niche.

Missing Girl Held Captive, Raped In Delaware County: Police
A teen girl who was reported missing out of Philadelphia was held and sexually assaulted by a man for days in Marple Township, police said.

$1.5K Broomall Home Depot Theft Part Larger Operation: Authorities
A July theft at the Broomall store was part of a $50K theft operation, that included 38 thefts at stores in the region, authorities said.