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Saint Joseph’s University and University of the Sciences to Proceed with Merger
Following a months-long evaluation, Saint Joseph’s University and University of the Sciences have voted to proceed with a merger, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The merger is expected to be completed in about a year. The boards and presidents of the two private schools have all voted for and signed an agreement that…
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Fine Craftsmanship Lives On In Lower Merion Woman’s Sears ‘Kit’ Home
Despite the near disappearance of the once unmatched retail giant, build-it-yourself Sears ‘Kit’ homes are still cherished by their owners, including Judy Lieberman in Lower Merion, writes Kevin Riordan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Sears used to offer close to 450 models of “kit” homes in its catalogs between 1908 and 1940. The mostly single-family detached…
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Cape May Ferry Provides a Swell Opportunity for Championship Bucks County-bred Surfer
Rob Kelly grew up in Bucks County, learned to surf in Hawaii, now lives full-time in Ocean City, NJ, and recently raced on his board with the Cape May Ferry. His wild ride was captured by Sara Bloomquist and Brandon Longo for 6abc. Kelly is one of the most recognized pro surfers in the Garden State. He has taken on waves…
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Life’s Setbacks Canceled the Bride’s Dream Wedding; Now, the Military Couple Has Won One in Malvern
After overcoming numerous hardships, Diana and Andres Villa will finally get the wedding of their dreams, thanks to The Desmond in Malvern, writes Fran Maye for the Daily Local News. After falling in love in high school 25 years ago, Diana Serna dreamed of a storybook wedding to Andres Villa. But that dream had to…
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Why Do Outdoor Conversations in Haycock Township Now Feature A CERTAIN AMOUNT OF SHOUTING?
The volume of outdoor chats in Haycock Township is up. Not that there are more of them. But those that occur are at an increased volume. The loud talking has become a necessity, given the current Spinal Tap level-11 drone of Brood X cicadas, reports Holly Harrar of WFMZ 69 News. After a 17-year gestation period, the cicadas are now above ground…
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Doylestown Health Opens New Outpatient Care Center in Wrightstown
Doylestown Health increased its Bucks County footprint this week. The health system opened an outpatient care center in Wrightstown, reports John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 2,600-square-foot specialty and ambulatory care center offers a range of services including neurology, urology, vascular surgery, and colorectal surgery. Doylestown Health expects the outpatient center, created within an existing building at…
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Permanent Reduction in Number of Bucks County Commuters Could Significantly Affect Center City
A permanent reduction in the number of Bucks County commuters could have a significant impact on Center City and its many businesses, writes Jake Blumgart for Philadelphia Magazine. In 2019, close to 120,000 commuters from the “collar counties” travelled to and from Center City for their jobs. But after COVID-19 hit, that changed. Work from home arrangements became…
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NBC’s Today Show: In Wake of Tragedy, Coatesville High School Shows Support for Rival Downingtown West
Downingtown West High School tragically lost two of its students to suicide this spring. A touching gesture from rival Coatesville High School helped soothe the pain, reports Kait Hanson for NBC’s TODAY show. After Coatesville High School Principal Michele Snyder heard the news of the tragedies, she met with her own students. Together, they decided…
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Henderson High School Grad the First Black President in Temple University’s 137-Year History
Jason Wingard, who grew up in West Chester and graduated from Henderson High School, has been hired as Temple University’s new president, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. When he takes over on July 1, Wingard will become the university’s first Black president in its 137-year history. Wingard had previous leadership appointments at two…
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Bensalem School District Hosts First-Ever Equity Summit, Committing to Ensure Every Student’s Success
In our post-George Floyd world, words like equity and inclusion are being parsed for accountability, not mere intent. In response to that societal shift, Bensalem School District hosted a summit for local educators, as covered by Samantha Bambino in the Lower Bucks Times. The gathering’s goal was to ensure that every student — regardless of race, ability, socioeconomic status, or sexual orientation — has the chance to succeed. Speaker Vanessa Woods is chair of the…
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TruMark Financial Credit Union Rewards High School Seniors for Being Money Management Savvy
Answer: TruMark Financial Credit Union’s 2021 Financial Jeopardy Competition. Question: What annual event, held virtually this year, put $11,000 in scholarship funds into the pockets of area students heading to college? Eight local students participated in the Jeopardy-style game show organized and hosted by TruMark Financial. The initiative, aimed at instilling financial literacy in high…
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COVID-19 Hit More than Just Local Patients and Families; Hospital Finances Ailed, Too
COVID-19’s influence on hospital finances across the state is evident in light of analyses by the Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council (PCH4). Operating margins across the Commonwealth decreased by 1.89 basis points. Joe Martin, PCH4 executive director, commented: “Many hospitals will face serious financial challenges as Pennsylvania works to mitigate the fiscal impact of the epidemic.” Bucks County hospital performance, measured by…
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Bristol Public School Art Project Has Nothing to Do with Finger Paint, Clay, or Crayons
A new Bristol mural will commemorate the early days of the borough’s public education system, reports Bucks Local News. Artist Jean-Marc Dubus is painting a tribute to Otter Street School, erected in 1854. When completed, the canvas sheets will be assembled jigsaw puzzle-style, on the building at 142 Otter Street, address of the onetime schoolhouse. Aiding the project is Raising…
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Philadelphia Magazine: Fantastic Franks Are Found in Feasterville, Fortunately
Philadelphia Magazine’s Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé and Alexandra Jones identified the best dogs in the area. They’re not the ones found on leashes with pedigrees. They’re the ones found on buns with toppings. One of the top picks is Lenny’s Hot Dogs, 606 W. Street Road (Summit Center), Feasterville (215.355.7616). Lenny’s signature dogs include one smothered in pepper hash. Another — perhaps a budget-friendly spin on…
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Bucks County Spent Quarantine Time Watching the Night Skies for Whoever — or Whatever — May Have Flown By
U.S. national intelligence officials are currently preparing a Congressional report on unexplained sightings in the sky. Cassie Miller looked (up) at the issue from an in-state perspective for the Pennsylvania Capital-Star. Butch Witkowski, founder-director of the UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania, said local sightings are relatively common. Since January 2021, 49 Pennsylvanians logged UFO sightings on the National UFO Reporting Center‘s state report index. Nine were in or near Bucks County: April 28:…
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Traveling the Country in a Refurbished Bus, Unionville Grad Takes Work-from-Home Concept to the Next Level
Chadds Ford native Michael Burlotos, a Unionville High School and West Chester University graduate, redefined the work-from-home concept during the pandemic. He stayed away from his office. But he didn’t exactly shelter in place, either, reports Jason Nark for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Burlotos spent the pandemic lockdown traveling the country in a refurbished school bus.…
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Healthcare Marketing Firm Notes Yet One More Business Staple Changed Forever by the Pandemic
Once upon a time, pharmaceutical sales were, at their core, 1:1 interactions: Rep made an appointment with physician Showed up onsite Extolled the virtues of a particular medication or treatment Left a good impression, sealed by a firm handshake Hoped that the recommendation would increasingly find its way onto prescription pads across the practice Stephen Ross,…
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Bensalem Police Lick Law Enforcement Negativism, One Cone at a Time
Bensalem Police Director Fred Harran’s ah-ha moment came while seeking a unique way to strengthen the relationship between his officers and the community. A simple web search led him to a creative and memorable result, reports Marc Narducci for The Philadelphia Inquirer. An online hunt for innovative police community-building ideas led Harran to his breakthrough: ice cream as the catalyst for connecting with residents. He took a retired Bensalem Township…
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