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His Dad Started the Tradition. Now This Hilltown Man Bakes 2,000 Cookies Every Christmas Season.
By the first week of December, Hilltown resident Steve Bahmueller had baked almost 2,000 cookies, filling two freezer compartments and a mini fridge, writes Jo Ciavaglia for the Bucks County Courier Times. By the second week of December, Bahmueller had made 41 different flavors, including options like Christmas Pudding, Russian Tea, Ginger Spice, Turtle-Cashew, Lemon Sugar, Oatmeal Lace, and more. “It’s kind of turned…
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1,000 Residents, a Century-Old Suspension Bridge, and Miles of Canal Trail: This Town is Bucks County’s Best-Kept Secret
Home to just under 1,000 residents, Riegelsville provides a unique combination of canal history and picturesque scenery and includes a rare, century-old suspension bridge, writes Joshua Parle for the Islands. The Riegelsville Bridge, which remains in use today and links Pennsylvania to New Jersey, was designed by the engineers who built the Brooklyn Bridge. Thanks…
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Sellersville’s Julie K. Brown: Investigative Journalist Who Brought Epstein to Justice
Julie K. Brown, the investigative journalist who took down Jeffrey Epstein, grew up in Bucks County, where she learned to fight for the voiceless, writes Jason Nark for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Brown saw her mother face years of hardship raising three children alone in Sellersville, including neighbors throwing dirt “bombs” at their split-level home on…
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Newtown Home Constructed by Architect Paul Rudolph to Hit Market for $5.85M
A Newtown home designed by famed architect Paul Rudolph will be hitting the market for $5.85 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The two-story house, which was one of only two homes Rudolph designed in Pennsylvania, was built for Judge John Fullam and his wife in 1959. The property wasn’t listed as part of Rudolph’s portfolio for decades, but was placed on…
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Warminster’s Spartans Wrestling Club Celebrates 50th Anniversary
The Spartans Wrestling Club in Warminster is celebrating 50 years of serving the community and teaching the sport to young people, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. The Warminster Township Board of Supervisors honored the club last week for its decades of service. To show their appreciation for the support, the Spartans gifted recognition plaques to Supervisors Chairman Kenneth Hayes and Supervisor Chuck Heybach, who…
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Check Out These 10 Doylestown Destinations During Your Next Visit
Doylestown is one of Bucks County’s gems with countless attractions and shopping destinations, and there are several spots worth paying a visit on your next trip, writes Lisa O for Worthly. The town is brimming with historical sites and landmarks that you can’t miss, starting with the Bucks County Civil War Library & Museum. Visitors can see battlefield relics and historic artifacts…
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From CB West to the World: How Three Students Turned Empathy Into a Healthcare Nonprofit
Kind Koala is a youth-led global nonprofit organization founded by a team of students from Central Bucks High School West who were inspired by a friend. Adam Kadan, Aadi Anantuni, and Nate Liang saw that one of their classmates was being teased for having a gap in his teeth. “He seemed to be really hurt…
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From Dollhouse to Dream House: How One Jamison Woman Uses Miniatures to Master Interior Design
For many, the prospect of designing and decorating a room can feel overwhelming, trying to determine what should go where and what style best fits the space. Luckily, Jamison resident Kylie White was able to pair her love for interior design with dollhouse miniatures to create the living room of her dreams. Since she was a kid, Kylie…
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Bucks County Housing Market Still Hot with Rising Median Sale Prices
Bucks County’s housing market continued to heat up in March, with no signs of slowing as spring progresses, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. According to Bucks County Association of Realtors President Christy Manetta, the market is “vibrant,” experiencing an increase in home sales from last year. In March, a total of 424 homes were sold, according to data from…
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Bucks County Cafe Serves Up Delicious, Instagram-Worthy Desserts
Instagram-worthy desserts and scrumptious savory dishes await at Vanilla Cafe, located in New Hope, reports Jenn Frederick for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The cafe’s iconic desserts have gone viral on social media platforms like TikTok, even drawing the attention of New Hope residents Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid. Along with a range of cakes, their fruit-shaped desserts are wildly popular, like…
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New Hope Student Designing Water Treatment System for African Hospital
New Hope resident and Cedarville University engineering student Matthew Shiel is working with a team of students to bring clean water to a hospital in Zimbabwe, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. Shiel is partnering with fellow engineering students Lauren Kolodsick and Caleb Weaver to design a water treatment system for Karanda Mission Hospital. The hospital serves around 75,000 patients every year, performing almost 4,000 surgeries annually. Clean water is…
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Richboro’s Athletes Helping Athletes Supporting Kids with Special Needs
Since 2002, Richboro-based Athletes Helping Athletes has been supporting young people with special needs, giving them a place to form relationships and build self-confidence, reports Erin Coleman for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The organization was founded by Rick Leonetti, who helped give a young man the chance to act as an honorary captain for Council Rock North’s football team. From there, the organization grew,…
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Ringing True: Plumsteadville’s Malmark Crafts Handbells for the World
Plumsteadville is home to Malmark Bellcraftsmen, one of only two handbell makers in the country that have crafted their musical instruments for over 50 years, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. Malmark employs 34 machinists, fine tuners, and assemblers who craft its handbells. “It’s a very specialized business (because) it’s a hard learning curve to machine…
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New Age-Restricted Community Could Be Coming to Upper Southampton
Upper Southampton officials have received preliminary plans for a new age-restricted community on a 20-acre site along Stump Road, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. The sketch plans outline 34 semi-detached twin single homes for a property at 1230 Stump Road. The current single-family home on the site would have to be…
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Altomonte’s Founder Awarded One of Italy’s Highest Civilian Honors
The founder of Altomonte’s Italian Market & Bakery in Doylestown, Franceschina “Franca” Grispino, was recently awarded one of Italy’s highest civilian honors, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. The Cavaliere of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic is granted by the President of the Italian Republic to individuals who have made impressive contributions in public service, culture,…
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Take a Trip Along the Bucks County Ale Trail and Visit These Can’t-Miss Spots
If you’re looking for a fun weekend activity, take a journey along the Bucks County Ale Trail and visit some of the best breweries and taprooms around the county, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for Visit Bucks County. Head to Riegelsville for Wishful Thinking Brewery, a welcoming spot that gets its ingredients from local farms. Their beers, many of which are pale ales, land in the…
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When it Comes to Frozen Pizza, What Flavor is Pennsylvania’s Favorite?
When it comes to frozen pizzas, every person has their preference, and according to Instacart, some states rely on the meal option more than others, writes Patrick Berkery for The Keystone. Using data from 2025, Instacart found that Wisconsin, North Dakota, Iowa, Minnesota, and Missouri ordered the most frozen pizzas in the country, while Pennsylvania ordered 11.84 percent less than the…
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Upper Makefield Inn Seeks Spot Among Best Bed and Breakfasts Nationwide
Inn at Bowman’s Hill in Upper Makefield is among 20 charming getaways in the running to be named one of the top ten bed-and-breakfasts in a national readers’ choice poll, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The inn has been nominated by a panel of experts and USA Today. “Whether you’re seeking a cozy retreat,…
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