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Big Changes At Newtown Shopping Center: 2019 In Review

Take a look back at some of the top news that made headlines in 2019 in Newtown:

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Check out some of the top Newtown news that made headlines in 2019:

Philly Mag's 'Juicy Story' About The NAC Stirs Up Controversy

A Philadelphia Magazine article about the NAC stirred up mixed emotions in Newtown. MORE

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Council Rock Parents Fuming Over Busing Fiasco

The Council Rock School District was plagued with significant issues surrounding transportation at the beginning of the school year. MORE

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She Was Given A 5% Chance To Live After Bypass Crash. She Made It

She was given a 5% chance to live after a crash on the Newtown Bypass in April. She has defied the odds, but needs the community's help. MORE

New Buildings Rise At Shopping Center: Here's What's Coming In

The year saw many changes and additions to the Village at Newtown Shopping Center. Even more are planned for 2020. MORE

Newtown Brewing Company Opens

The long-awaited brewing company opened in October. MORE

Some Council Rock North Parents Livid Over Scheduled Concert

A country music concert event scheduled in March at Council Rock North angered many parents and community members, who took issue with the band's name as well as song titles and lyrics. The concert was later canceled. MORE

Newtown Man Mailed Dirty Diapers As Road Rage Revenge: Police

A Newtown was charged with harassment after cops said he sent dirty diapers and other offensive items as revenge for a road rage dispute. MORE

Wegmans Proposed Across From Shady Brook Farm

A mixed-use development that would include a Wegmans supermarket as the anchor tenant is proposed across from Shady Brook Farm. MORE

The Latest On The Proposal For Wawa In Newtown

Action taken by the Board of Supervisors this month could impact where convenience store-gas stations are permitted in Newtown. MORE

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