Mayor Magda Byrne Presents Sycamore Award to Debra Vandornick

When the pandemic first began there was a lot we didn’t know, a lot of fear and a lot of hard times. People were losing their jobs, shops were closing down and basic needs were usually in short supply.

Debra noticed the need and started to collec...

October 2022 Letter from Mayor Byrne

Hello Lansdowne Neighbors and Friends!

It seems like fall is here in full-swing! Cooler temperatures, crisp air, the leaves are starting to change color and fall from the trees- I’m loving it!

There have been a lot of awesome things happening arou...

September 2022 Letter from Mayor Byrne

Hello Lansdowne! 

I don’t know about you, but I am definitely appreciating this cool down in temperatures. Welcome to Lansdowne Fall!! 

There have been so many great things that have been going on around town – where do I even begin!&n...

POW/ MIA day on September 16, 2022

Mayor Magda Byrne and Council President Benjamin Hover joined Legion Post 65 and Commander Michael Bair to honor and remember POW/ MIA day with a ceremony on Borough Greene on POW/ MIA day on September 16, 2022. We honor and remember those who never came ...

Opening of the Lansdowne Bike Lanes

Ukrainian Independence Day Flag Raising Pictures

On Wednesday August 24th, Lansdowne Borough Mayor Magda Byrne and Council President were joined by American Legion Commander Michael Bair and several members of the Lansdowne community to show solidarity with the Ukrainian people by raising the Ukrainian ...

August 2022 Letter From Mayor Byrne

Hello Lansdowne!! Thank goodness for some rain finally!! I hope your gardens and lawns are thriving with the extra moisture!

I would like to start by giving an update on the Mayor’s Clean Team clean up initiative. So far, we have done 4 clean ups...

Flag Raising for Ukraine Independence Day

On August 24th, Lansdowne Borough will mark our solidarity with the Ukrainian People by hosting a Flag Raising of the Ukrainian Flag at 6:00 P. M. to celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day.

Hays Park Solar Tables

Recreation Committee Carol Martsolf were joined by Parks and Recreation Board member Jessica Pointer and Borough Manager Craig Totaro to check out the new Solar Tables installed in Hays Park. The tables were purchased with a Community Development Block Gr...

Join Us for a Mayor's Forum about EAC

Mayor Magda and representatives from the Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) will be hosting a forum August 25 at 6:00 PM at the Twentieth Century Club. Come learn about the EAC and the wonderful things the group is doing to help the environment!

July 2022 Letter from Mayor Byrne

Hello Lansdowne,

Hope everyone is staying cool and enjoying the summer!  

I wanted to spend this month talking about volunteering. If you have not heard, everything that goes on in Lansdowne happens because you all volunteer to help run them or pla...

Borough Council and Mayor's Response to Ruling on the Clean Air Act

On June 30, 2022, the United States Supreme Court undid decades of precedent and limited the Environmental Protection Agency's authority to set standards on climate-changing greenhouse gas emissions for existing power plants. Read Council's Response...

Liberia Day Flag Raising - Sunday, July 24

Lansdowne Borough will be celebrating a Flag Raising for Liberia Day with members of the Liberian community on Sunday (July 24) beginning at 11 on Borough Greene.

Lansdowne Celebrates July 4th!

Mayor Magda Byrne and Lansdowne Borough Council would like to thank the many community groups and volunteers for making Lansdowne Borough's 4th of July Parade and Ceremony a success. Special thanks to Councilmember Kellie Bowker and the 4th of Ju...

Thank you Volunteers!

Mayor Magda and Lansdowne Borough Council would like to thank the community volunteers for picking up litter and cleaning up the neighborhood July 3rd in preparation for the July 4th celebrations!

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Statement concerning the Supreme Court Decision on Dobbs vs. Jackson Health

Lansdowne Borough Council has issued a statement concerning the Supreme Court Decision on Dobbs vs. Jackson Health. Read the statement here.

Thank You to the Volunteers Who Participated in the Mayor's Clean and Green Team Cleanup!

Mayor Magda and Council President Benjamin Hover would like to thank the volunteers who joined in the clean up on Sunday, June 4. The volunteers picked up litter on several streets in the Northeast corner of the Borough. Special shot out to Dave Grooms an...

Mayor's Clean and Green Team - Cleanup June 5th

The next town clean up for the Mayor's Clean and Green Team will be June  5th from 11am to 1pm. We will be meeting at the Penn Wood HS on E Essex Ave. 

Thank You to the Volunteers Who Participated in the Mayor's Clean and Green Team Cleanup!

Mayor Magda would like to thank the volunteers who joined in the clean up on Sunday, May 1st. Next clean up day will meet on Blackburne Avenue. Details will be posted soon!

April 22, 2022: Letter from Mayor Magda Byrne

Hello Lansdowne!

It is finally Spring (said with caution…)! I love Lansdowne in the spring – the trees and flowers are beginning to bloom, the breeze feels wonderful, and best of all; everyone is out and about! There is nothing better ...

Send Us Your Native Redbud Tree Pictures!

In 2021 we "Painted the Town" pink by distributing native redbud trees. This year to celebrate Earth Day 2022 (April 22), we're asking Lansdowne Residents to send us a picture of the native redbud tree(s) in your yard or in your neighborhood.

We'...

The Town Wide Yard Sale is May 14

Lansdowne's Annual Town Wide Yard Sale!

Saturday May 14th from 8AM until you decide to close. Rain Date is Sunday, May 15th.

To register you must fill out the webform HERE and leave your address to be included in the Town-Wide Yard Sale Map. The form closes...

Dedication Ceremony for the Gateway Slope Project

On April 8th 2022, Lansdowne Borough Council and Mayor Magda Byrne celebrated the opening of the Gateway Slope walkway with a dedication ceremony to Norman "Marty" Council. Several elected officials spoke about the collective vision from the fed...

Autism Awareness Day Flag Raising

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Autism Awareness Day flag raising ceremony on Saturday, April 2nd!

March 17, 2022 Letter From Mayor Magda Byrne

Hello Lansdowne!!

I think it is safe to say that Spring is finally making its grand entrance! I sure did miss the mild temperatures and the sunny days.  As we slowly make our way out of the pandemic, I would like to encourage everyone to please ta...

February 18, 2022 Letter From Mayor Magda Byrne

Greetings Lansdowne Residents!

I hope that these first few months of 2022 have been good to you. This year has definitely been busy for me as I acclimate to my new role as Mayor. As your new Mayor, I have several ideas and goals that I would like to work t...

Borough Council Adopts Black History Month Resolution for 2022

Lansdowne Borough Council recently adopted a resolution honoring February as Black History Month and recognizing the theme of "Black Wellness and Health" for 2022. Residents are encouraged to observe this month with programs, celebrations, cerem...

Tony Campuzano Receives the Campuzano Award

Mayor Byrne presented the Campuzano Award to Tony Campuzano for his service to the borough, most recently as the borough's mayor. Tony Campuzano is pictured with his wife, Marie Campuzano.

New Council Members and Mayor are Sworn In Monday, January 3rd, 2022

At the January 3, 2022, Lansdowne Reorganization Meeting new council members Kellie Bowker, Robert Curry, Carol Martsolf and Jayne Young were sworn in as well as Magda Byrne as Mayor and Bill Smith as Tax Collector. 

Borough Council also voted una...

A Fond Farewell from Mayor Tony

Dear Lansdowne Borough Friends and Neighbors,

I’d like to wish a Happy Holiday to all our residents here in Lansdowne.  I hope everyone is enjoying this wonderful time with family and friends.  Unfortunately we still are dealing...

Mayor Campuzano Honored for Years of Service to the Borough

Lansdowne Borough honored Mayor Campuzano who has served the Borough as a community volunteer, Councilmember, Council President, elected Constable and for the last eight years the Mayor of Lansdowne. Thank you, Mayor Tony for your years of contributions a...

Halloween Event Thank You

Thank you to everyone who came out the the Lansdowne Borough Halloween event! We had a great time seeing everyone in their festive costumes and a big thank you to all who volunteered and worked the event. See below for pictures.

September 16, 2021 Letter from Mayor Tony Campuzano

Dear Lansdowne Neighbors,

What an up and down year it has been.  First it seems that we finally have gotten through the pandemic then the delta variant comes up.  Unfortunately we just have to be patient and vigilant by wearing a mask, li...

Lansdowne Borough Halloween Party

Lansdowne Borough Kids Halloween Party

Saturday October 30th 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm at the Landing rain or shine in connection with the Farmers Market.

• This event is for all children ages 1 to 12. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

• Trick or treat bag...

Jake Lyons Sworn in as Lansdowne Police Officer

Congratulations to Jake Lyons who was recently sworn in as a Lansdowne Borough Police Officer! 

Pictured below: Sgt. James McCaughan, Officer Mike Kester, Mayor Tony Campuzano, new Officer Jake Lyons, Chief of Police, Kenneth Rutherford, and Offic...

New Code Enforcement Officer, Dan Miller, Sworn In

Mayor Campuzano swore in the new code enforcement officer Dan Miller last week.  We welcome Dan to the Borough. He will be a great asset to the borough staff.

Mayor Tony Campuzano Presents Proclamation to Founder of Pettaway Pursuit Foundation

Mayor Tony Campuzano presented a proclamation to Theresa Pettaway, founder of Pettaway Pursuit Foundation, here in Lansdowne at 11 Owen Ave. They celebrated their 20th Anniversary of helping women, children and families in the surrounding areas.

July 20, 2021 Letter From Mayor Tony Campuzano

Dear Neighbors,

I hope residents had a chance to enjoy the 4th of July parade on Saturday July 3rd.  Even though it was not as big, it still was great to have that tradition back.  I want to thank Mary Kay Bowden of the Union AA, Vice Pre...

Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremonies

Wreaths were placed at the Veterans Memorial, Penn Wood High School track, and the Great War Memorial in Lansdowne. See the pictures below and view video of the event HERE.

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May 20, 2021 - Letter from Mayor Tony

Dear Neighbors,

On May 15th we held our annual Town Wide Yard sale.  We had over 50 houses take part. The weather was beautiful.  I want to thank all the residents who signed up to hold a sale. I hope everyone did well and got rid of some...

April 14, 2021: Letter from Mayor Campuzano

Dear Lansdowne Residents,

I hope this finds all of our residents and their families well as we enjoy spring weather here in Lansdowne.  As we still are dealing with the pandemic, I urge everyone who can to get vaccinated.  As you can tell...

Town Wide Yard Sale May 15

Lansdowne’s Annual Town Wide Yard Sale is Saturday May 15th. Rain date Sunday May 16th. Register to participate by filling out the webform with your address and you will be included on the Town-Wide Yard Sale Map. Registration closes May 9.

February 22, 2021, Letter from Mayor Tony

Dear Lansdowne Residents and Friends,

I hope this finds everyone well and safe.  As we still are dealing with this challenging issue of the pandemic I do see a light at the end of the tunnel.  I urge everyone to get vaccinated and continu...

Mayor Campuzano Presents the Helms Award to Jim Klingler

Recently Mayor Campuzano presented the Borough's highest award “The Helms Award” to Jim Klingler, a long time Lansdowne resident.  The Borough of Lansdowne has benefited immensely from Jim's involvement in bo...

January 17, 2021, Letter from Mayor Anthony Campuzano

I’m not sure about you but I’m sure glad to be done with 2020.  It was a very challenging and scary year for all of us for a number of reasons.  Hopefully with new leadership in Washington we can begin to heal and come together to solve ...

A Veterans Day Message from the Mayor

As we celebrate Veterans Day, as your Mayor, I want to thank all veterans for their service and sacrifices that they have made for our country.  You are the reason we have our freedom and all the rights we enjoy in this great country.  T...

Lansdowne Borough Celebrates Pride Month with Flag Raising on June 5, 2021

On Saturday, June 5, 2021, special guests U. S. Representative Mary Gay Scanlon, LGBTQIA+ advocate and State Representative Malcolm Kenyatta from the 181st State District joined members of the Lansdowne community, Council President Benjamin Hover, and Jun...

Sponsor a "Hometown Hero" Banner

The Lansdowne American Legion Post 65 is asking local businesses and individuals to sponsor a World War I Veteran Recognition Banner.

Lansdowne Borough Celebrates Pride Month with Flag Raising on June 5, 2021

On Saturday, June 5, 2021, special guests U. S. Representative Mary Gay Scanlon, LGBTQIA+ advocate and State Representative Malcolm Kenyatta from the 181st State District joined members of the Lansdowne community, Council President Benjamin Hover, and Jun...

Reservoir Park Opening Ceremony: June 5, 2021

Thank you to everyone who joined us a day of celebration as we reopened Reservoir Park to the community. The revitalization of this area in town is the result of the work of many people in Lansdowne Borough.

The completion of this park revitalization proje...

Reservoir Park Opening Ceremony: June 5, 2021

Thank you to everyone who joined us a day of celebration as we reopened Reservoir Park to the community. The revitalization of this area in town is the result of the work of many people in Lansdowne Borough.

The completion of this park revitalization proje...

Lansdowne Borough Celebrates Liberian Independence Day

Benjamin Hover, Lansdowne Borough Council President, and Mayor Tony Campuzano led the ceremony for Liberian Independence Day in Lansdowne.

Lansdowne Borough residents and distinguished guests participated in a ceremony to celebrate Liberian Independence Da...

Lansdowne Borough Celebrates Liberian Independence Day

Benjamin Hover, Lansdowne Borough Council President, and Mayor Tony Campuzano led the ceremony for Liberian Independence Day in Lansdowne.

Lansdowne Borough residents and distinguished guests participated in a ceremony to celebrate Liberian Independence Da...