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New Hope’s Bucks County Playhouse Appoints New Producing Artistic Director
New Hope’s Bucks County Playhouse recently announced the appointment of director, producer, and arts leader BT McNicholl as the theater’s new Producing Artistic Director. McNicholl previously served in the same role at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts in Los Angeles. During his time there, he set new records for attendance, revenue, and subscriptions. “We have found…
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Waterfront Borough in New Jersey Boasts Victorian Charm, Outdoor Fun
Across the river on New Jersey’s waterfront lies Stockton, a charming borough just north of Lambertville with a soothing atmosphere and lots to do, writes Jeff Martinez for Islands. The town’s Victorian inns are great places to spend the night, while scenic parks, wineries, and historic attractions provide plenty to do during the day. The Woolverton Inn is a can’t-miss…
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Enjoy a Road Trip in Bucks County on These Self-Guided and Guided Tours
Bucks County boasts a variety of beautiful views, historic sites, and unique architecture that can be enjoyed on both self-guided and guided tours, writes staff for Visit Bucks County. The historic stone houses around the county are definitely worth a visit, with many dating back to the 1700s. Several of them have been listed on the National Register…
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Nation’s Top Homebuilders Toll Brothers, D.R. Horton Add 270 Units in Sellersville
Two of the nation’s largest homebuilders, Toll Brothers and D.R. Horton, are bringing a combined 270 new homes to Sellersville, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers has launched sales of 72 carriage-style townhomes at Regency at Rockhill Ridge, a 55-and-over community. Starting in the mid-$500,000s, the homes offer around…
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Kelly Clarkson Reveals She Received No Prize After Win Against Doylestown Singer
Despite beating Doylestown’s Justin Guarini on the first season of American Idol, Kelly Clarkson recently revealed she never received the prize she was promised, writes Anthony Robledo for USA Today. According to the singer and host of The Kelly Clarkson Show, after winning nearly 25 years ago, she was never given the $1 million check or the car that she was owed. Guarini, while receiving no…
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Young Ballroom Dancers from Feasterville Studio are International Champions
August Komkov, 11, and Mia Mogilevsky, 9, ballroom dancers at Feasterville’s Brilliant Dancesport Studio, are among the top in the world, reports Wakisha Bailey for CBS News Philadelphia. “You have to be strong — lower body and upper body,” said Komkov. The pair has been dancing together for almost a year, showing off their skills with determination and having fun along the way. …
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Preschool Teacher from Newtown Awarded Early Education Recognition
Emily Frame, Lead Teacher at Newtown Discovery Preschool, was recently awarded the 2026 Terri Lynne Lokoff Teacher Award from First Up at their annual conference, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. Frame was among 15 educators chosen for the honor from southeastern Pennsylvania. The award seeks to shine a light on educators, elevate them, and encourage high-quality learning experiences, while highlighting testimonials from those…
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Experience the Creepy Side of Hollywood at Nightmare in New Hope
Nightmare in New Hope offers Bucks County residents a way to experience the creepy side of Hollywood right in their own backyard, reports Amanda Brady for abc7. Owner Joseph Gioconda has been collecting props and costumes from mostly horror movies and television shows for over two decades. “I believe that movies and television shows are…
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Former Denny’s in Middletown Slated for Demolition, to Make Way for Taco Bell
A former Denny’s in Middletown is set to be demolished to make way for a new Taco Bell drive-thru, following a lengthy development process that included traffic improvements, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. The property is adjacent to the Penndel-Middletown Emergency Squad station. The current building will be replaced with a…
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Newtown Businessman Shares Updates for Liberty Centre Redevelopment Plans
Newtown businessman Jim Worthington recently presented updated sketch plans for the new Liberty Centre residential development coming to the heart of the borough, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. The nine-acre parcel of land will house 125 high-quality rental units along Newtown Creek. The redevelopment will feature a Town Square to host performances and community events, a greenway trail with a new pedestrian bridge to connect…
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Event in New Hope’s Logan Square Raises Awareness for Food Insecurity
The New Hope Borough Police Department, New Hope-Solebury School District, Solebury Township Police Department, and Fisherman’s Mark recently partnered for an event to raise food insecurity awareness, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. At the Giant grocery store located in Logan Square, teams from each group participated in a “Supermarket Sweep” challenge, supporting local families in need. The competition focused on teaching…
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Bucks County is Home to Several Beautiful Gardens Just Waiting to be Explored
The Greater Philadelphia area is known as America’s Garden Capital, and many of the state’s beautiful gardens can be found around Bucks County, writes staff for Visit Bucks County. The Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum is a century-old property featuring a gorgeous estate and immaculate gardens, with countless native woodlands to explore across 65 acres. New Hope’s Honey Hollow Nature Center is another stunning…
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Bucks County Playhouse Remembers Robert Redford, Who Began His Career on the New Hope Stage
The Bucks County Playhouse is mourning the passing of Robert Redford, the Oscar-winning actor, director and founder of the Sundance Institute and Film Festival. He was 89. Redford made his professional stage debut at Bucks County Playhouse in 1959 in “Tiger at the Gate.” Later that year, he made his first Broadway appearance in “Tall…
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Newtown Rabbi Building Recreational Facility for People with Special Needs
Rabbi Yudy Shemtov, a Newtown Township resident, is planning to open a waterpark and recreational facility in Langhorne for individuals with special needs, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The new attraction, named Playa Raya, is being constructed on the site of the former Breezy Point Swim Club in Northampton Township. Shemtov, who is currently raising…
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Three Best Friends and Pennsbury Grads Open New Brewery in Morrisville
Best friends and Pennsbury High School grads Frank Brill, Ken Terry and Rob Staples are getting ready to open RiverTide Brewing in Morrisville in the former Bitchin’ Kitten space, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. “Frank’s a great brewer, Kenny’s great in the kitchen and I run a great front of…
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La Grange in Yardley Hopes to Become New Bucks County Food Destination
La Grange, which opened its doors in Yardley this spring as a French brasserie, is positioning to be a premier food destination in Bucks County, writes Craig LaBan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Executive chef Peter Woolsey, the former chef-owner of well-regarded Bistrot La Minette in Queens Village, has already prepared a menu featuring classic French…
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A Proper Cup of Tea Awaits at This English-Inspired Spot in Lahaska
Wallace & Davis Enchanted English Tea Room is a cute and cozy spot at Lahaska’s Hollyberry Square shopping center that serves sweet beverages and a delicious menu, reports Sheila Watko for NBC10 Philadelphia. The shop is owned by Andréa Schlegel-Wallace, a self-proclaimed Anglophile and lover of all things English. “We wanted to create something that would give…
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Bensalem-Based Philly Pretzel Factory Dives Into Desserts with New Acquisition
Philly Pretzel Factory, the popular soft pretzel chain based in Bensalem, is preparing to introduce desserts to its mainly salty snack menu, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company, which recently completed the acquisition of Bristol-based Cone Guys, an ice cream cone manufacturer, is planning to launch water ice and soft serve…
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