New Pedestrian Safety Upgrades for Bustleton Pike

Feasterville Trevose, PA · July 8, 2026

The morning mist is burning off quickly, revealing another busy day for the road crews working near the shopping centers. If you’re heading out early, you’ll notice the humidity is already making its presence known before the first cup of coffee is even finished.

📰 The Lead

The Lower Southampton Township Board of Supervisors met last night to finalize the "Bustleton Corridor" safety plan, a move that will fundamentally change how residents navigate the township's commercial heart. The project focuses on installing high-visibility crosswalks and new pedestrian signals along the stretch between Street Road and Philmont Avenue.

For years, residents have pointed out the difficulty of crossing this busy artery on foot, particularly when visiting the library or local shops. The approved plan includes "bump-outs" designed to shorten the distance walkers spend in the roadway and refreshed timing for traffic signals to prioritize foot traffic. Work is expected to begin in late August, marking a significant shift toward making the area more accessible for those not behind a steering wheel. The board noted that these upgrades are the first step in a multi-year effort to beautify the district while slowing down cut-through traffic.

🏙️ Local Pulse

  • Street Road Night Work — Expect lane restrictions between 9 PM and 5 AM as crews refresh lane markings from the Turnpike entrance to Philmont Avenue.

  • Library Cooling Center — With temperatures climbing into the high eighties, the Lower Southampton Library is designated as a public cooling station during normal operating hours today.

☀️ Today's Outlook

  • Weather — High of 88°F. A sunny morning will give way to increased cloud cover, with a 40% chance of scattered thunderstorms rolling through after 3 PM.

📅 What's On Around Town

  • Preschool Storytime — Lower Southampton Library, 10:30 AM Interactive reading and songs for the little ones in the air-conditioned children's wing.

  • Playwicki Farm Farmers Market — Playwicki Farm, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Fresh local produce, handmade crafts, and food trucks at the historic farmstead.

  • Newtown: Sunset Yoga — Roberts Ridge Park, 6:30 PM Outdoor session focused on relaxation—a short drive for a peaceful evening on the grass.

  • Bensalem: Summer Concert Series — Penn Community Bank Amphitheater, 7:00 PM Live music under the stars; bring your own lawn chairs and snacks.

📸 Spotlight & Story

  • The Lower Southampton Library Garden Tucked behind the brick facade of the library, this quiet patch of green is maintained by local volunteers. It features native Pennsylvania perennials designed to attract pollinators. The stone benches offer a rare, silent retreat just steps away from the bustle of the nearby intersections.

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