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Meridian Bank House of the Week: A Cliffside Contemporary Dwelling That Creates ‘Zen-like’ Serenity
This custom-designed and -built cliffside contemporary dwelling offers elevated views of a tree-lined meadow and sparking stream. The current owner of 228 Municipal Road, Pipersville, purposefully set out to capture the essence of this remarkable Bucks County site. The structure’s design reflects an intimate relationship between the interior’s soaring, sun-filled spaces the breathtaking landscape beyond.…
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A (Chocolate) Chip Off the Old Block: Social Media-Savvy National Cookie Franchise Rises in Jenkintown
Crumbl Cookies — the sweet treat that has gained explosive social media attention — has officially opened the doors of its first-ever location in Jenkintown. The newest Crumbl Cookies store will be located at the Baederwood Shoppes on the Fairway in Jenkintown located at 1595 The Fairway. As the fastest-growing cookie company in the U.S.,…
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Bucks County Coffee Shops Brim with Charm, Appeal, and Plenty of Tasty Menu Items
Our area is filled with great places to get a caffeine fix, but some of them stand out from the crowd. Bucks County coffee shops distinguish themselves with something extra: the strongest espresso, the richest cappuccino, or something with a much-needed zing. Nicole Acosta filtered through the best for the Bucks Daily Voice. These local…
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After 30 Years, Becky’s Newtown Deli, a Neighborhood Lunchtime Favorite, Wistfully Says, ‘That’s a Wrap’
Becky’s Newtown Deli, a go-to spot on South State Street in Newtown for three decades, has closed. Jeff Werner covered its exit from the local quick-stop food service options for Bucks Local News. The decision to flip the “Open” sign to “Closed” for the last time came from its owner-operator, Becky Betz. Her onsite history…
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Roxy Therapy Dogs, Danboro, Blends ‘Two Favorite Things’ of Its President: Animals and Altruism
Sharon Fleck confesses to loving animals for “as long as I can remember.” The way the animal-human bond enriched her life led her to her desire to do the same for others. Jessica Boyington trotted through her story for 6abc. Fleck grew up in a home with five cats and one dog. This environment, she…
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In Anticipation of Ridership Surge This Fall, SEPTA Gears Up Service to Nearly Pre-Pandemic Levels
In anticipation of a fall surge in ridership, SEPTA is adding more services across the system. The returning buses, trolleys, and rail lines will bring its reach nearly to pre-pandemic levels, writes Hannah Kanik for Philly Voice. The transportation authority is implementing new transit schedules for buses and trolleys, as well as the Market-Frankford Line,…
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Pink Remembers Her Father After His Passing, Honoring the Man Who Taught Her ‘To Thine Own Self Be True’
Late last week, Pink told her fans of the passing of her father, Jim Moore. Mohid Moosani, in Screen Binge, covered the grief she openly decided to share with fans. Pink posted an emotionally charged picture on her Instagram page: a photo of her as a child, dancing with her dad. She captioned it Til…
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Swimply Marvelous! Local Homeowners Turn Their Splash into Cash by Renting Out In-Ground Pools
In the run-up to Labor Day, if you hoped to spend some time this summer poolside — without access to one — you’re in luck. Swimply, a kind of an aquatic Airbnb, allows people to rent backyard swimming pools from willing residents. Jamie Tucker dove into this trend for WFMZ 69 News. Homeowners list the…
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Hundreds of Thousands of Pennsylvanians to Lose Federal Unemployment Aid Next Week
Federal unemployment aid, with its COVID-19 supplementary support, ends next week. Its exit from the household budgets of hundreds of thousands of Pennsylvanians will have significant effects. NBC10 explained the widespread implications. The cessation of Washington’s financial support includes the extra $300 per week and additional 13 weeks of benefits, as well as benefits for…
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Healthcare Services Group Settles SEC Suit for $6 Million, Neither Admitting Nor Denying Charges
Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) action against Bensalem’s Healthcare Services Group has been resolved. The latter agreed to a $6 million settlement while neither admitting to or denying the SEC charges. John George covered the matter for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The SEC alleged that the company’s earnings were inflated to meet research analysts’ consensus…
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Nix the Neckties and Banish the Briefcase: Bucks County Ranks Among Best Locations to Retire in Pennsylvania
Once a professional career is over and it’s time to choose a landing spot for that golden parachute, Bucks County emerges as one of Pennsylvania’s best options. Stacker, compiling a list from Niche data, analyzed the factors that contribute to our being one of the best locations to retire. The metrics that led to Bucks…
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Sun of a Gun! Using Solar Power, These Bucks County Properties Can Really Cut Your Utility Bills
If you open your electric bill each month and are shocked by the amount you owe, it may be time to think about a more permanent solution. You can retro-fit your home for solar power. Or you can start afresh in a new home that is already equipped to be powered by the sun. At…
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Citing ‘Costs and Effort,’ Newtown Medical Device Manufacturer Delists from the Toronto Stock Exchange
Newtown’s Helius Medical Technologies has decided to eschew the Canadian exchange and concentrate solely on trading domestically. John George covered the strategic move in the Philadelphia Business Journal. Helius is voluntarily delisting from the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX). In its explanatory statement, the company said that TSX trading volume no longer justifies the expense and…
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In a 6-1 Vote, Pennridge School Board Excludes Curriculum on Inclusion
A recent 6-1 Pennridge School Board vote halted — at least for now — instruction on the issue of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). TaRhonda Thomas covered the decision for 6abc. “I was actually shocked,” said NAACP Bucks County President Karen Downer. “[The district leaders] all knew that they were going to be up against…
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Ka-Ching! Bucks County Ranks Highly Among 50 Highest-Earning Counties in Pennsylvania
Bucks County is one of the highest-earning counties in Pennsylvania, according to a new report by Stacker. To determine the highest-earning areas, Stacker used data from the U.S. Census Bureau to rank counties by 2019 five-year estimated median household incomes. Bucks County ranked third, with a median household income of $89,139. The figure is 44.4…
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Philadelphia Distillery’s Bid for Trumbauersville’s Midnight Madness Distilling May End Its Bankruptcy Nightmare
The nightmare bankruptcy proceedings of unwinding Trumbauersville distillery Midnight Madness may be showing signs of ending. A Philadelphia distillery, New Liberty, is working toward the acquisition of what’s left of it. Laura Smythe sifted through the dregs of the former spirits producer for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The collapse of Midnight Madness earlier this year…
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Bucks County Vietnam Veterans Memorial Organizer Gains a Tip of the Cap from the Phillies
The chairman of the grassroots organization that is bringing a Vietnam veterans memorial to Lower Bucks County was honored last night as a “Hometown Hero” by the Philadelphia Phillies. Bucks Local News reported the effort and the recognition it precipitated. Ed Preston of Hulmeville got behind the ongoing effort to establish a Lower Bucks County…
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Philadelphia Business Journal Names Penn Community Bank Marketing Director One of Its 25 Diversity Leaders
Penn Community Bank is pleased to announce the Philadelphia Business Journal‘s recognition of Bernard Tynes, Senior Vice President and Director of Marketing and Data Analytics, as one of the publication’s 25 diversity leaders. “Diversity, equity, and inclusion — from race and ethnicity to gender identity and sexuality — have become top of mind for businesses…
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