Quiet Zones Approved for Neighborhood Rail Crossings

Feasterville Trevose, PA · May 22, 2026

The first food trucks are rolling into the farm this afternoon, signaling the unofficial start of the holiday weekend. It is a bright, clear morning to get those errands done before the Friday afternoon rush takes over the bypass.

📰 The Lead

The long-discussed "Quiet Zone" for the SEPTA West Trenton Line crossings in Trevose is finally moving from the planning board to the tracks. The Lower Southampton Board of Supervisors has greenlit the installation of supplemental safety measures at the Somerton Road and Trevose Road crossings. These upgrades, which include mountable medians and channelization devices to prevent cars from weaving around lowered gates, are the final requirements by the Federal Railroad Administration to silence the routine train horns that echo through nearby neighborhoods. For residents living within earshot of the station, this marks the end of a years-long push for peace and quiet without compromising commuter safety. Construction crews are expected to begin preliminary site surveys this afternoon, marking the first physical step toward a quieter neighborhood.

🏙️ Local Pulse

  • Nighttime Paving on Street Road — Expect alternating lane closures between Philmont Avenue and Bustleton Pike starting at 8 PM tonight for resurfacing and line painting.

  • Summer Reading Sign-ups Begin — The Lower Southampton Library opens registration this morning for the "All Together Now" summer program, featuring reading challenges and prizes for local students.

  • Poquessing Creek Cleanup — Volunteers are gathering tomorrow morning at 9 AM to clear debris from the banks near the industrial park to improve local water flow.

🌤️ Today's Outlook

  • Sunny skies will dominate the day with a high of 78°F. A light breeze from the west will keep things comfortable for the first outdoor community events of the season tonight.

📅 What's On Around Town

  • Food Truck Friday — Playwicki Farm, 5:00–8:30 PM Over a dozen vendors, live music, and kids' activities on the lawn.

  • Bensalem: Summer Concert Series — Penn Community Bank Amphitheater, 7:00 PM A high-energy tribute to the 80s kicks off the outdoor season.

  • Langhorne: Friday Night Farmers Market — Historic Langhorne Association, 4:00–7:00 PM Fresh local produce, honey, and handmade soaps from Bucks County vendors.

  • Southampton: Community Bingo Night — Southampton Free Library, 6:30 PM Family-friendly games with prizes donated by local businesses; registration is recommended.

  • Acoustic Night at the Pub — The General’s Kitchen, 8:00 PM Local singer-songwriters perform in the lounge during the late dinner service.

📸 Spotlight & Story

  • The Poquessing Creek Trail This winding path follows the border between Bucks and Philadelphia counties, offering a quiet escape for local hikers and birdwatchers. Recent efforts by the township have improved the trailhead access, making it easier to spot the Great Blue Herons.

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