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The bill would require immediate action when hazardous substances are released, including mandatory containment, investigation and cleanup.

Bristol Township looking at possible earned income tax increase – Bucks Round-Up – April 20, 2026

The municipality has asked Keystone Municipal Solutions to determine if doubling the 0.5-percent levy should be used to lessen the real estate tax.

The work is part of a broader PennDOT effort to resurface 20 state-owned roads across southeastern Pennsylvania.

The $6 million endeavor will be funded by the borough as a one-time expense.

Fitzpatrick, who cochairs the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, has been a consistent supporter of Ukraine in its ongoing defensive war against Russia.

“These candidates have the integrity and work ethic required to deliver results,” Bucks GOP Chair Pat Poprik said.

Assistant superintendent Lisa Hoffman has taken over Friedman’s duties in the interim.

At Tuesday’s supervisors meeting, Supervisor Ellen Snyder pressed the board to revisit the issue.

Merkl-Gump will apparently still face Juan Vargas and Richlandtown Mayor Wayne Codner in the May 19 primary.

Trump, Fitzpatrick said, displays a “lack of moral clarity,” particularly when it comes to Ukraine’s attempt to defend itself from Russia.