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Navigating the Murky Waters of a Parent with Alzheimer’s Leads Local Daughter to Write First Book
Maryanne Scott didn’t start out to be a published author. She set out merely to chronicle the emotional rollercoaster she and her family navigated when her once-vital father, Sam Valenti, succumbed to Alzheimer’s Disease. Sam’s descent — typical in these cases — was gradual. A repeated question here. An off-base comment about sunny weather during a rainstorm there. The slips presaged a long slide for this WWII veteran who was so…
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Influential Bossa Nova Drummer Passes in Doylestown, Silencing His Rhythm of Life
One of the many pop culture phenoms of the Mad Men 1960s was the bossa nova, a swaying, sultry dance step whose sexy-cool syncopated beat brought a little samba to suburban sensibilities. At the vanguard of that musical movement was the Charlie Byrd Trio, whose drummer, Buddy Deppenschmidt, passed away recently in Doylestown. He was 85 and succumbed to complications from COVID-19, reports radio station WBGO from Newark. …
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With Some COVID-appropriate Prep, Bucks County Phillies Fans Can Safely Cheer — Or Boo — in Person
The turnstiles of Citizens Bank Park will spin this week to admit Phillies fans back, albeit in fewer numbers and with plenty of safety protocols, reports Annie McCormick and the digital staff of 6ABC. In a statement, the team said it wants “…fans and guests to be assured of enhanced COVID-19 safety guidelines and protocols when attending Phillies…
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It Might Not Rain on the Annual New Hope Pride Parade, but Pandemic Has Cancelled It Anyway
For a second year in a row, COVID-19 is washing out the colors of the Rainbow Flag. The 2021 edition of New Hope’s Pride Parade has been cancelled, reports Doug Gross for the New Hope-Lambertville Patch. Usually held in May, the celebration was once again called off, at least in its traditional format, by its organizers, New Hope Celebrates…
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Roundtable to Kitchen Table: League of Women Voters Addresses Food Insecurity
According to feedingamercia.org, more than 16,000 children in Bucks County — roughly 13 percent of the county’s kids — are food insecure. In response, the Bucks County League of Women Voters is holding a discussion on the issue, reports Bucks Local News. The April 10 presentation will address the breadth and depth of the problem to not only raise awareness but also identify how we can fix it. The virtual…
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As the Class of 2021 Marches out of DelVal University this Spring, the University President Exits as Well
The class of 2021 at Delaware Valley University, Doylestown, will likely be a little wistful as it hears “Pomp and Circumstance” during commencement exercises. But it’s likely that University President Maria Gallo might become introspective as well, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. Gallo is exiting the campus to “…pursue other opportunities and fulfill different dreams.” She has…
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Effort to Stem the Tide of COVID-19 Gets a Major Shot in the Arm from Doylestown Hospital
Based on the principles of supply and demand, Bucks County residents seeking a COVID-19 vaccine may have a little easier time of it, given the addition of 10,000 available appointment slots provided by Doylestown Hospital, reports CBSPhilly. But like anything else in short supply, residents will need to hop on this opportunity quickly. They’re likely to…
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Smooth Future Sought for Moravian Pottery & Tile Works
Considering it was once the site of a hand-crafted commercial endeavor, it seems somehow fitting that there is now a question about into whose hands the Bucks County’s Moravian Pottery & Tile Works, should go, characterizes Peter Blanchard for the Doylestown Patch. The County, the current owner, is grappling with its long-term financial health. The Bucks County Historical Society (BHCS) has countered, saying…
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Available at Bucks County Wawas: Coffee, Hoagies, Lottery Tickets and a Cut of a $9 Million Settlement
For nine months in 2019, Wawa customers unwittingly put their credit- and debit-card information at risk with every swipe, opening themselves up to fraud and identity theft. The negligence behind those breaches is going to cost Wawa $9 million in recompense to affected consumers, writes Christian Hetrick for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In working to make 22 million Wawa loyalists whole, the convenience chain has chosen an unusual approach: gift cards valued…
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42,000 Doses a Week of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine Coming to Bucks County
The state plans to set up a southeastern Pennsylvania regional vaccine center at which 42,000 doses a week of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine will be given out to residents in Bucks and Montgomery counties, according to a Delaware County press release. Another regional center is planned for Chester and Delaware counties. The Johnson…
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Here’s How Many Bucks County Residents Are Receiving Their COVID-19 Vaccines
Supply and demand issues may persist, but at least geographically, it may be a little more convenient to get a COVID-19 vaccine in Bucks County, writes Doug Gross for the Yardley Patch. Neshaminy Mall’s vaccine operation is now up and running. The operations at the three Bucks County Community College campuses (Bristol, East Rockhill and Newtown Township) are shooting rapid-fire. And the ones at the…
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Mother Nature on Mute May Lead to a Quieter Spring for Bucks County
2021’s class of Brood X cicadas have been underground for 17 years, slumbering away and growing. But by the time of their late-May wake-up call in Bucks County, their signature buzzing might be quieter than usual, reports Frank Kummer for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The noisy members of Brood X (the “X” is the Roman numeral 10, not some kind of sci-fi warning) are the…
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Three Langhorne Shops Get to the Meat of the Matter of Cheesesteak Excellence
In honor of National Cheesesteak Day this week, it’s time to grab a fistful of napkins and dig in. It’s not just Philly where cheesesteak excellence abounds. Langhorne is giving it a run for its money, writes Hira Quresh for the Bucks County Courier Times. Three Langhorne shops made the best-of list: Jay’s Steak and Hoagie Hut: A specialty here is a cheesesteak…
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When it Comes to Home-Grown Hot Peppers, Burpee Puts the Warm in Warminster
Backyard gardeners looking for some punch in their home-grown peppers have a Bucks County-centric option. Burpee Seed and Plants of Warminster has a five-alarm way to spice up salads, cheesesteaks and eggs. This Armageddon pepper was highlighted by Audrey Stallsmith for Bob Vila, former host of PBS’s This Old House. Stallsmith cites the advantages of sourcing these plants locally, given the proximity to Burpee, rather than starting them from seeds. Armageddon…
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At Sesame Place’s 2021 Easter Celebration, “S” is for Safety
It’s no secret that both kids and parents are tired of lockdowns, socially distant learning and virtual playdates and are ready for an in-person — but nonetheless safe — good time. Just in time to serve as a release for frayed nerves throughout the house, Sesame Place is throwing its annual Easter-themed party. The park is committing to COVID-appropriate measures that include diligent and frequent cleaning and sanitation measures,…
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Blazing with Colors in the Sun, Stained-Glass Window Glorifies the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa
A stained-glass window, at least a century old, now catches the springtime sun at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, painting the chapel floor with beams of color. Gracing a wall of the Shrine’s lower church, the window depicts St. Stanislaus, bishop and martyr. In 1079, at the age of 48, Stanislaus was killed in Krakow, Poland, after prolonged animosity with the king. The window is one of two that…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Stately Home on 25 Picturesque Acres in Chalfont
A stately home with seven bedrooms and eight full bathrooms (and two half bathrooms) is available for sale in Chalfont. This family estate is set on 25 picturesque acres and includes three residences: the gorgeous stone main home, a second house and a guest house. . . The impressive exterior boasts a professionally manicured landscape, tranquil pond with a…
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Warrington Police Department’s Hard Work Earns State Certification
The Warrington Township Police Department has earned accreditation from the Pennsylvania Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission (PLEAC). The program assesses law enforcement’s ongoing commitment to professional objectives and best practices, writes Ilena DiToro for the Warminster Patch. PLEAC accreditation involves establishing a framework for: Evaluating agency practices and procedures Improving law enforcement and community relations Encouraging problem-solving activities within the agency Chief Daniel Friel remarked, “Achieving…
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