Situated about 25 miles southeast of Pittsburgh on the Youghiogheny River, West Newton is a small town with a colorful past. Established in 1800, West Newton was once a prosperous commercial center in the greater Pittsburgh Industrial Corridor and is now brimming with turn-of-the-century buildings that house tasty eateries, specialty shops, and a wide variety of local businesses.

Located on the Great Allegheny Passage, West Newton offers plenty of options for outdoor recreation. Residents have the opportunity to explore Goehring Park and Ballfield, go for a dip in West Newton Swimming Pool, rent bikes, and go canoeing and fishing on the Youghiogheny River.