• Mill Race Inn Redevelopment Approved in Holland. Some Raise Objections

    Mill Race Inn Redevelopment Approved in Holland. Some Raise Objections

    Long considered an eyesore by many, the Mill Race Inn in Holland is finally set for redevelopment, with plans centered on age-restricted housing, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. Northampton Township supervisors approved plans from developer Costigan Builders in April to build a 55-plus community with two four-story condominium buildings. These would…

  • Bucks County Rep. Fitzpatrick One of Two House Republicans to Oppose ‘Big Beautiful Bill’

    Bucks County Rep. Fitzpatrick One of Two House Republicans to Oppose ‘Big Beautiful Bill’

    U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, a moderate from Bucks County, was one of just two Republicans in the House to vote against President Donald Trump’s so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” last week, writes Julia Terruso for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Fitzpatrick also opposed a procedural vote on the sweeping domestic spending and tax policy package, signaling his opposition…

  • Woods Services Receives Green Light for Apartments in Middletown

    Woods Services Receives Green Light for Apartments in Middletown

    Woods Services has received the green light from the township board of supervisors to build attainable apartments on its Middletown campus, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. The organization provides people with disabilities with services, programs and long-term housing. It will build Meadowbrook, a four-story complex with 42 affordable apartments, on four…

  • Morrisville’s Darlene Cavalier Empowers the Public to Advance Scientific Discovery

    Morrisville’s Darlene Cavalier Empowers the Public to Advance Scientific Discovery

    Darlene Cavalier, a Morrisville native, created SciStarter to bridge the gap between professional science and the public and help those without a science degree contribute, writes Ian Campbell for Citizen Science. Cavalier’s own foray into science was unconventional. While growing up in Bucks County, she was drawn to dancing and cheerleading. After graduating, she began…

  • Meridian Bank House of the Week: $3.75 Million Colonial Mansion in Newtown

    Meridian Bank House of the Week: $3.75 Million Colonial Mansion in Newtown

    An extraordinary colonial home on 3.32 acres with six bedrooms and five-and-a-half bathrooms is available for sale in Newtown. This gorgeous residence combines architectural sophistication with modern comforts and resort-style features. Elegant details include limestone flooring, intricate millwork, hardwood floors and soaring vaulted ceilings. . . Among the highlights are the two-story foyer with a…

  • New Hair Salon Celebrates Grand Opening on State Street in Newtown

    New Hair Salon Celebrates Grand Opening on State Street in Newtown

    Salon LC, a new hair salon in Newtown, recently celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.  The new salon opened at 24 North State Street next to Newtown Laundry Center. Dave Marcolla, the president of the Newtown Business Association, attended the ceremony to wish them the best.  Salon…

  • Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick and Fox News’ Jacqui Heinrich Celebrate Engagement

    Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick and Fox News’ Jacqui Heinrich Celebrate Engagement

    Jacqui Heinrich, the White House correspondent for Fox News, is engaged to Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick, writes Erin Clack for People Magazine.  The pair were on a romantic trip to Valensole in Provence, walking through a lavender field, when Fitzpatrick proposed.   Heinrich had mentioned her hope to visit the French Riviera to enjoy the sights…

  • Rehabilitation Project at Uhlerstown-Frenchtown Bridge Is Halfway Completed

    Rehabilitation Project at Uhlerstown-Frenchtown Bridge Is Halfway Completed

    The Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission (DRJTBC) recently announced that the project to rehabilitate the Uhlerstown-Frenchtown Toll-Supported Bridge has passed the halfway point, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The project is proceeding as planned and is on track to be finished in the fall. Painting is expected to finish by mid-July, followed by…

  • Bucks County Actor Shines in Touring Production of the Broadway Hit ‘Life of Pi’

    Bucks County Actor Shines in Touring Production of the Broadway Hit ‘Life of Pi’

    Pragun Bhardwaj, an actor from Bucks County, is making his Philadelphia debut in a touring production of the Broadway hit, “Life of Pi,” reports Alicia Vitarelli for 6abc.   Bhardwaj, an ensemble member of the play, was born in Bristol and grew up in Chalfont. He fell in love with theater in middle school and…

  • Bucks County Business Receives $1M Investment from Shapiro Administration

    Bucks County Business Receives $1M Investment from Shapiro Administration

    The Shapiro Administration has approved a $1 million low-interest loan through the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA) to support business growth in Bucks County, writes Ed Gruver for Lehigh Valley Business. The loan will support a project expected to inject $2.6 million into the economy. It will also create at least seven full-time jobs and…

  • Spend Some Time Outside This Summer at these Bucks County Beer Gardens

    Spend Some Time Outside This Summer at these Bucks County Beer Gardens

    Those looking to enjoy some drinks with friends and family this summer can check out one of the many beer gardens in the Bucks County area, writes Michele Haddon in the Bucks County Courier Times.   The Ferry Market in downtown New Hope is a great spot for locals to visit. The marketplace offers a…

  • Bucks County Black Bear Peacefully Caught in Warminster Township

    Bucks County Black Bear Peacefully Caught in Warminster Township

    A black bear in Bucks County, seen making its way through Warminster, was caught by authorities last week, writes staff at 6abc. Locals called the police after the bear was seen near Evergreen Avenue and Juniper Street near the Speedway section of the area.   The Pennsylvania Game Commission was contacted to assist local police.…

  • Amazon’s Falls Township Data Center Could Cost State Millions in Tax Revenue

    Amazon’s Falls Township Data Center Could Cost State Millions in Tax Revenue

    Two data centers Amazon plans on building in Pennsylvania, including one in Falls Township, should generate thousands of jobs over the next ten years and drive significant economic activity, according to state officials, write Stephen Caruso and Kate Huangpu for Spotlight PA. However, many key details about the projects remain unknown for now, including the…

  • What’s Next for Neshaminy Mall? Developers Still Weighing Plans a Year Later

    What’s Next for Neshaminy Mall? Developers Still Weighing Plans a Year Later

    Almost a year after Paramount Realty and Edgewood Properties bought Neshaminy Mall in Bensalem, the developers are still weighing options for the once bustling shopping center, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. The mall, set on 91 acres with one million square feet of retail space, sold in July 2024 for $27.5…

  • Oscar Hammerstein Museum Celebrates the Legendary Lyricist’s 130th Birthday  

    Oscar Hammerstein Museum Celebrates the Legendary Lyricist’s 130th Birthday  

    The Oscar Hammerstein Museum in Doylestown will be hosting musical events on July 12 and 13 during their scheduled tours in celebration of the famous lyricist’s 130th birthday, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc.  Oscar Hammerstein II moved to Doylestown in 1940, where he created some of the most iconic and influential musical works. Music from…

  • Check Out These Restaurants with Tasty Vegan Options in Bucks County

    Check Out These Restaurants with Tasty Vegan Options in Bucks County

    Those looking for some vegan-friendly food options in Bucks County can find an array of restaurants, cafes and shops offering tasty menu items, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for Visit Bucks County.   Farm to Toast in Dublin Town Center, a popular cafe, serves gourmet toast, smoothies and an assortment of hot drinks. Customers can get a…

  • Bucks County’s Grand View Health Joins St. Luke’s University Health Network

    Bucks County’s Grand View Health Joins St. Luke’s University Health Network

    Grand View Health, the last independent hospital system in Bucks County, joined St. Luke’s University Health Network less than a year after beginning discussions on a partnership, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The deal follows closely after Doylestown Health, another independent Bucks County health system, joined the University of Pennsylvania Health System…

  • Demolition Starts on Former Doylestown Borough Hall for New Boutique Hotel

    Demolition Starts on Former Doylestown Borough Hall for New Boutique Hotel

    Demolition has started on the former Doylestown Borough Hall at 57 West Court Street to clear the site for a new four-story boutique hotel, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The site originally housed the Methodist Episcopal Church, built in 1838. The building was converted into an armory in the early 1900s, then a sports…