Federal judge backs Yardley man’s free speech in lawsuit against borough – Bucks County Round-Up – July 2, 2025
Federal judge backs Yardley man’s free speech in lawsuit against borough
Yardley Borough resident Earl Markey III won a First Amendment case against the borough after officials deleted his critical Facebook post in 2022. The post opposed a local tax hike and criticized appointed councilman Matt Curtain. In a June 24 ruling, U.S. District Judge Mark Kearney affirmed that “a resident undoubtedly enjoys the right to appropriately criticize his local borough government officials under the First Amendment without fear of government censure.” The borough has since restricted public posting on its social media pages. Markey, who won the Republican mayoral primary as a write-in candidate, will face Democrat Caroline Thompson this November.
Central Bucks School Board names Amuso interim solicitor in sudden move
In a surprise special meeting Tuesday night, the Central Bucks School Board appointed Peter Amuso of Clarke Gallagher Barbiero Amuso & Glassman as interim solicitor. No reason was given for the board’s decision to part ways with Ed Diasio, who had held the role since November. Board President Susan Gibson said Amuso’s firm already has a contract in place, though it was not listed on the agenda. The last-minute meeting drew criticism from parent Shannon Harris, who accused the board of violating Pennsylvania’s Sunshine Act. Amuso drew media attention three years ago when Pennsbury School District, for which he then served as solicitor, settled a First Amendment lawsuit; plaintiffs took the attorney to task for curtailing residents’ public comments. The Central Bucks board claimed their Tuesday meeting was properly advertised on June 29. The next scheduled board meeting is set for August 21.
Heavy traffic expected as Bucks hits peak summer travel day
According to AAA Mid-Atlantic, today marks the busiest summer travel day across Bucks County and the greater Philadelphia region. Over one million residents in the five-county area are expected to hit the road for Independence Day plans, with more than 800,000 traveling by car and another 93,000 flying. AAA spokesperson Jan Tidwell urged drivers to be patient amid high traffic volume, particularly today. She also advised travelers to keep emergency kits in their vehicles, including jumper cables, water, and snacks.Joe LeCompte hosts LeCompte in the Morning on WBCB 1490.
Joe LeCompte hosts LeCompte in the Morning on WBCB 1490.
