Community comes together in times of need, and now that spirit is needed more than ever. The Red Cross is reporting that hospitals are experiencing serious blood shortage, and local patients are depending on generous donors to help ensure lifesaving blood is available when it is needed most.

The Red Cross is asking residents to consider supporting and participating in their upcoming community drive, New Britain Battle of the Badges. A single donation of blood can help save more than one life, and every donor has the power to make a meaningful difference for patients facing surgery, cancer treatment, traumatic injuries, and other medical emergencies.

Please join in helping meet this urgent need by signing up to donate blood at the Red Cross’ upcoming drive:

New Britain Battle of the Badges Blood Drive (Red Cross)

Date:  Thursday, July 30, 2026

Time:  1:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Location:  Chalfont Fire Company, 301 N Main Street, Chalfont PA

To sign up please go to this section of the Red Cross’ website: redcrossblood.org
Use this event sponsor code:  NBTBOB

If you are eligible to donate, please consider making an appointment and invite family, friends, neighbors, and coworkers to do the same.  Together, the community can show strength and compassion by stepping up to help patients and hospitals in need.

The Red Cross thanks you for your continued generosity and support of those who rely on the kindness of others during difficult times.

Red Cross Blood Drive Flyer – July 30, 2026

Join us on Saturday, July 4, 2026, for the annual Tri-Municipal Independence Day Parade celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary!

The parade begins at 9:30 a.m. and travels through New Britain Borough, Chalfont Borough, and New Britain Township. Please take note of the flyer for the food drive collection also being held at the event.

To ensure the safety of participants and spectators, roads along the parade route will begin closing at approximately 8:30 a.m. and will remain closed until the parade has safely passed.

Temporary closures and traffic restrictions will be in place at the following locations:

? New Britain Borough
• W. Butler Avenue @ Tamanend Avenue (Road Closed Ahead)
• W. Butler Avenue @ Lenape Drive (Road Closed Ahead)
• W. Butler Avenue @ Sand Road (Fire Trucks in Place)
• Ute Road @ Pueblo Road (Fire Trucks in Place)
• W. Butler Avenue @ Pavilion Way (Heavy Equipment in Place)
• W. Butler Avenue @ Carousel Circle (Heavy Equipment in Place)
• Bristol Road @ Butler Avenue (Heavy Equipment in Place)

? Chalfont Borough
• Bristol Road @ Hibiscus Drive
• Bristol Road @ Forrest Drive
• Moyer Road @ Hibiscus Drive
• Butler Avenue @ Moyer Road (Heavy Equipment in Place)
• Butler Avenue @ Chalfont Square (Heavy Equipment in Place)
• Kerns Avenue @ E. Butler Avenue
• Butler Avenue @ N. Main Street (Heavy Equipment in Place)
• Butler Avenue @ S. Limekiln Pike
• Main Street @ Sunset Avenue (Heavy Equipment in Place)
• Sunset Avenue @ Maple Avenue
• Sunset Avenue @ Swartz Avenue
• Barness Lane @ Sunset Avenue
• Sunset Avenue @ Westview Avenue
• Main Street @ Park Avenue (Heavy Equipment in Place)
• Main Street @ Hamilton Street
• Main Street @ Westview Avenue
• Park Avenue @ Chestnut Street (Heavy Equipment in Place)
• Park Avenue @ Patriot Drive (Both Entrances) (Heavy Equipment in Place)
• Park Avenue @ Bridgewater Court (Heavy Equipment in Place)

? New Britain Township
• Park Avenue @ Bristol Road Extension (Heavy Equipment in Place)
• Park Avenue @ Indian Creek Way (Heavy Equipment in Place)
• Park Avenue @ W. Fairwood Drive / Sycamore Circle (Heavy Equipment in Place)

Please note that fire apparatus, public works vehicles, and other traffic-control equipment will be positioned throughout the parade route to protect participants and spectators. These closures and restrictions are necessary for public safety and will be removed as soon as the parade has concluded.

? Plan ahead & arrive early!

? No vehicle admittance or movement starting at 8:30 AM

? Roads will reopen only after the parade has concluded and it is safe to do so.

? Bring your family, wear your red, white, and blue & join us!

The upcoming council meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 7:00 PM at Borough Hall, 40 N. Main St. This is a public meeting and all are welcome to attend.  More information here.

This event is for residents only, no businesses allowed.  Please bring ID to show proof of address.

This event will be held in the gazebo at Krupp Park on May 9, 2026, from 10AM to 12PM.  Click on link below for more details.

chalfont bird town plant swap.sale 2026

Chalfont Borough residents are invited to participate in this shredding event on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 9:00AM to 11:00AM at 207 Park Avenue in Chalfont (New Britain Township’s administration building). Please bring identification to verify your address. This event is for borough residents only, no businesses.

https://chalfontborough.com/calendar/council-meeting-63/

PennDOT announcement: Pipe replacement is scheduled on Rt. 152 (Limekiln Pike/Main St) and on Mill Creek Rd in Bucks County. Monday, April 13, through Wednesday, April 15, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Rt 152 (Limekiln Pike/Main St) will be closed and detoured between Business U.S. 202 (Butler Ave) and Hilltown Pike in Chalfont Borough and New Britain & Hilltown Townships. During the closure, motorists will be directed to use Butler Ave, County Line Rd, Rt 309, and Hilltown Pike. Local access will be maintained at all times. Expect backups and delays.

This year’s spring curbside leaf pickup day by Republic Services will occur on the morning of Saturday, April 25, 2026.  Leaves should be placed in biodegradable leaf bags and placed curbside the night before pickup.  No twigs, twig bundles or branches allowed in bags with leaves.  This curbside pickup is for leaves in biodegradable bags only.