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We just spoke to the fire marshal and received details on last night's blaze. - TS
The Falls Township Fire Marshal's Office is investigating a blaze at a self storage building.
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"Save yourself because [Cosmo will] bury you just like he did to those four boys," Sean Kratz's mom warned him. - TS
In a stunning twist very late Friday afternoon, testimony from a Bucks County Detective revealed that Cosmo DiNardo refused to testify against Sean Kratz at his trial.
Gather your yard waste! - TS
Fall yard waste collection season is underway in local towns.
⚠️JUST IN⚠️
The situation at Lakeview Terrace has been cleared https://wp.me/p3eE39-xZC
🔴BREAKING🔴
Police are advising the public to stay away from the area. - TS
Police evacuated some units and closed off a Falls Township apartment complex Friday afternoon.
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Smoke detectors save lives. - TS
A home was badly damaged by fire Friday morning.
"He was like crazy and sweating," Sean Kratz said of Cosmo DiNardo. - TS
Day two of the Sean Kratz trial began with autopsy photos and ended with July 13, 2017 video of the accused killer speaking with Bucks County Detectives.
Political analyst Nick Field shared breaks down the election results in Bucks County and looks toward the future. - TS
The numbers are in and Election Night 2019 serves as further vindication of the lessons of Election Night 2018.
The donated items will be distributed by Bucks County Housing Group. - TS
State Rep. John Galloway announced that his Levittown office will again serve as a drop-off location for a countywide Thanksgiving donation food drive.
The store called the police after the woman tried to buy a $5,000 piece of jewelry, authorities said. - TS
A Brooklyn, New York, woman was arrested in Middletown late last month for allegedly attempting to purchase jewelry under someone else's name.
Someone is targeting change machines. - TS
See the latest incidents in Bristol Township.
Could the state store go away? - TS
Pennsylvania lawmakers are discussing how expanding the privatization of alcohol sales in the state would improve access and possibly affect jobs.
"I want a clean engineering plan before you’re before us," one of the planners said. - TS
The Middletown Planning Commission voted to table a review of the Stone Meadow Farms proposal.
The trial for Sean Kratz opened today in Doylestown. There were dramatic opening statements and gruesome photos from the crime scene displayed. - TS
The murder trial for 22-year-old Sean Kratz got underway in a packed courtroom at the Bucks County Justice Center Wednesday.
Time to clean the streets. - TS
Penndel Borough residents have been asked to remove their vehicles from the streets on Thursday.
There are real dangers when it comes to school buses and other drivers. - TS
PennDOT, the Pennsylvania Department of Education, and Pennsylvania State Police had an important message to reiterate this week: follow the law when sharing the road with school buses.
A look at how the county as a whole. - TS
#LTownVotes
See the countywide results.
A peek at the results from Tullytown. - TS
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See the results from Tullytown.
Middletown had a very hot Supervisors race. Take a look at how it all stacked up. - TS
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See the results for Middletown.
Some of the races were very close in the boroughs. - TS
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See the results from the boroughs.
Bob Harvie, who won the county commissioners race, is from Falls Township. See how voters cast their ballots. - TS
#LTownVotes
See the results for Falls Township.
A look at how Bristol Township voted yesterday. - TS
#LTownVotes
See the results for Bristol Township.
Take a look at how many people voted and for who in Bristol Borough. - TS
See the election results for Bristol Borough.
🇺🇸🚨🇺🇸 Election Alert 🇺🇸🚨🇺🇸
The majority of the school board ran unopposed. - TS
#LTownVotes
The Neshaminy School Board has a new member.
🇺🇸🚨🇺🇸 Election Alert 🇺🇸🚨🇺🇸
No much change on the Pennsbury School Board. - TS
#LTownVotes
The Pennsbury School Board will won't look much different after Tuesday's election.
🇺🇸🚨🇺🇸 Election Alert 🇺🇸🚨🇺🇸
It was very close in Bristol Borough. - TS
#LTownVotes
A dozen votes separated independent incumbent Bristol Borough Councilman Tony Devine and Democratic challenger Danny Pasciullo.
🇺🇸🚨🇺🇸 Election Alert 🇺🇸🚨🇺🇸
Bucks County will have three new judges. - TS
#LTownVotes
Two Democrats and one Republican candidate for county judge were elected.
🇺🇸🚨🇺🇸 Election Alert 🇺🇸🚨🇺🇸
A very big night for Democrats in Bucks County.
In the Commissioners race, all three officials will be from Lower Bucks County. - TS
#LTownVotes
Democrats staged a massive win in Bucks County on Tuesday.
🇺🇸🚨🇺🇸 Election Alert 🇺🇸🚨🇺🇸
The win marks the first time Middletown will have a female-majority board. - TS
#LTownVotes
Come the new year, the Middletown Board of Supervisors will filled entirely by Democrats.
🇺🇸🚨🇺🇸 Election Alert 🇺🇸🚨🇺🇸
The incumbant will remain in office. - TS
#LTownVotes
Democratic Falls Township Supervisor Jeff Boraski has won another term.
Voter turnout was reported to be "steady" throughout the area today. We snapped a bunch of photos. - TS
Voters across the Levittown area headed to the polls Tuesday.
The students will look at election borders. - TS
Election redistricting has been a hot topic in Pennsylvania and across the nation.
This free event is for veterans and their families. - TS
The inaugural Delaware Valley Veterans Benefits Expo will be held in Lower Bucks County this week.
Student from the Bristol Township School District and Bensalem Schools are teaming up. - TS
Election redistricting has been a hot topic in Pennsylvania and across the nation.
Sunday was a great morning for the Middletown Community Foundation's Woof-A-Palooza! We have lots of photos of runners and pups. - TS
Sunny skies and brisk temperatures made for a perfect morning for the Middletown Community Foundation’s Woof-A-Palooza 5K, Five-Mile Race, and Two-Mile Family-Friendly Fun Walk Sunday at Core Creek Park.
A wide variety of incidents in Bristol Borough recently. - TS
The following was provided courtesy of the Bristol Borough Police Department. Bristol Borough October 17 Burglary Entry was gained through a window and a cash register containing $200 cash at Asta Brothers on Canal Street. Disorderly Conduct A 36-year-old Bristol Borough man woman was cited for diso...
The Turnpike says they will commit to not laying off toll collectors until 2022. - TS
The Pennsylvania Turnpike will transition to cashless tolling before the end of 2021.
A Bristol man has been arrested for attempting to enter the home of a woman. - TS
A 22-year-old Bristol man was arrested for attempting to enter the home of a woman he was stalking, according to authorities.
🇺🇸Good morning - It is general election day! The polls are open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. 🇺🇸
Tuesday, November 5 is general election day across Pennsylvania.
Very sad. - TS
The fatal small SUV crash that killed one person Friday afternoon was a suicide.
One of the most-watched races tomorrow will be for the Bucks County Commissioners seats. - TS
One of the most watched elections this Tuesday will be for the Bucks County Commissioners.
A list of how Bristol Township police finished out October. - TS
See the latest incidents in Bristol Township.
The trial for accused killer Sean Kratz will begin Wednesday. Today, we attended the pre-trial conference and learned Kratz is expected testify. - TS
Accused killer Sean Kratz is likely to take the stand at his own upcoming trial.
Heads up to those who drive on Veterans Highway! - TS
Starting this week and lasting through Thursday, November 21, lane closures will take place on Veterans Highway (Route 413) between Ford Road and Old Rodgers Road.
Curious to hear thoughts on the new signs? - TS
New signs are going up at the entrances of many of Middletown neighborhoods.
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📹 LIVE STREAM: Tullytown and Bucks County officials announce the results of a child sexual abuse investigation. Story: http://levittownnow.com/2019/09/03/former-levittown-priest-accused-of-molesting-kids-charged-francis-frank-trauger/
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Merry Christmas! 🎅🤶 Here's a reshare of our holiday video from last year. (We'll make a fresh one next year.)
🎁 As of today, there are 92 older kids and teens that are still waiting for holiday help! You may not be able to help every child on the United Way of Bucks County Holiday Gift Card Gift list, but helping just one, or even a few, will make such a huge difference in their lives. It will let them know that someone out there cares about them. There is still a few hours left. Donate today at: uwbucks.org/giftcarddrive
TELL US: Think back to when you were 12 or 13 … What was the BEST gift you received? This year, more than 300 older kids and teens may not receive anything. The United Way of Bucks County's Holiday Gift Card Drive is working to fix that. Learn More & Donate: http://www.uwbucks.org/giftcarddrive/
➡️ https://www.uwbucks.org/giftcarddrive/ Every year, hundreds of older kids and teens in Bucks County are forgotten during the holidays. Danielle Bush explains some of the stories behind the Holiday Gift Card Drive. Help make sure that ALL young people in Bucks County get at least one great, exciting gift this year by donating to the United Way of Bucks County's Holiday Gift Card Drive.
HOW YOU CAN HELP: 🎁Visit http://www.uwbucks.org/giftcarddrive to give online. 🎁Mail a check with “Gift Card Drive” on the memo line to the address below. 🎁Bring gift cards to our office: United Way of Bucks County, 413 Hood Blvd., Fairless Hills, PA 19030. Great choices include popular mall & specialty stores: Aeropostale, Forever 21, Barnes & Noble, Gamestop, Target, Walmart; Fast food restaurants: Dunkin Donuts, Starbucks, Wawa; or any place you think an older kid would enjoy shopping.
🍗Don't Miss These Important Thanksgiving Safety Tips🦃
🌨️ First snow of the season🌨️
🎥: Police news conference on investigation into death of 2-year-old Tullytown boy and arrest of his mother. Full story: http://levittownnow.com/2018/09/18/mother-charged-in-death-of-2-year-old-tullytown-boy/
"Today, our nation saw evil, the very worst of human nature, and we responded with the best of America."
ICYMI: A reader asked recently the story behind the new lights on the Lower Trenton Bridge. The answer can be found in our June story: http://levittownnow.com/2018/06/01/nearby-trenton-makes-bridge-gets-new-lights/
ICYMI: A young man who was among the 20 percent of high school-aged adolescents that government statistics show face bullying spoke about his journey. - TS Read more ➡️ http://levittownnow.com/2018/08/26/self-harm-a-suicide-attempt-recovery-local-teen-shares-story-on-overcoming-bullying/
New video has been released as police hunt for a hit-and-run driver. >>>>https://wp.me/p3eE39-tIE
With all the heavy rain recently,️ flooding is a real risk throughout our area. Remember not to traverse through flooded rodways or sidewalks. #TurnAroundDontDrown
ICYMI: "The River Runner is the fun thing to do, but most importantly it's for convenience. With our newfound popularity, it allows you park in the lot and get to where you want to go." Learn more ➡️ https://wp.me/p3eE39-tAa
“We handle these kinds of cases every day, and it’s important for our [assistant district attorneys] to understand what a gun can do to somebody,” Bucks County District Attorney's Office DA Matt Weintraub said. ➡️ http://levittownnow.com/2018/07/29/prosecutors-learn-about-firearms-from-frontline-officers/ [Clarification: Video is of police demonstrating a breaching explosive]
ICYMI: St. Michael the Archangel Church looks a bit different this Sunday morning. Find out why: https://wp.me/p3eE39-toS
🍦🍨Thanks to Visit Bucks County for dropping off local ice cream to our office today!🍦🍨 #EatInBucksCo
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⚠JUST IN ⚠ Police confirm the suspect in the attempted carjacking was arrested a short time ago. - TS >>>>>https://wp.me/p3eE39-sU5
🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 🎥: Master Sgt. Carl Clegg/U.S. Air National Guard
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🎥Press Conference after Sean Kratz rejects plea deal
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⚠JUST IN ⚠ The second man wanted by police in connection with last Friday's double homicide has been arrested. Police allege he stood over the one victim and fired into him. READ MORE: https://wp.me/p3eE39-sBb
🎥: Police briefing media on Winder Village shooting.
Video showing today's incident where a truck damaged a home in Falls Township's Levittown section. Story: http://levittownnow.com/2018/04/06/truck-rams-home-drives-off-levittown/
🎥LIVE: Authorities hold press conference on homicide, aggravated assault, and kidnapping charges filed against Colin Haag, 20, in connection to the murder of his 14-year-old cousin in Croydon last week.
Story coming tomorrow.
An incredible night for Philadelphia Eagles fans! Relive it with tons of photos from last night's celebration: https://wp.me/p3eE39-rzK
#FlyEaglesFly A good luck message from this local 99-year-old Birds fan! Video Credit: Ashley Rost
The state's highest court issued a big ruling that will impact congressional district's throughout Pennsylvania. We break down the details and what is means for our area. - TS Read the full story: http://levittownnow.com/2018/01/22/what-the-congressional-district-ruling-means/
🎄So thankful for all our wonderful readers, our dedicated team and all those who advertise and support our efforts to report on local happenings. 🎁 Merry Christmas! 🎅🤶
On this Christmas Eve, think of those brave men and women who are serving our country both stateside and around the globe 🇺🇸 This year's holiday shout-out comes from Staff Sgt. Albert Cheshinski of Langhorne. He is based at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.