• An Influential Abolitionist Once Made a Speech at a Bucks County Theatre. Read to Learn When and Where

    An Influential Abolitionist Once Made a Speech at a Bucks County Theatre. Read to Learn When and Where

    One of the most important abolitionists in the country once made his way to Bucks County in order to spread his message of freedom and liberation. Frederick Douglass, the influential social reformer whose writing and speeches made a significant impact in American history, once made a stop at the Newtown Theatre to give a speech…

  • Bucks County Treasurer Kris Ballerini Announces Run for Reelection

    Bucks County Treasurer Kris Ballerini Announces Run for Reelection

    A Bucks County politician, who has served in a variety of roles, has announced her intentions to run for reelection this year. Jeff Werner wrote about her upcoming political run for the Doylestown Patch. Bucks County Treasurer Kris Ballerini, a former Upper Makefield Township Supervisor, was first elected three years ago with Commissioners Bob Harvie…

  • President Biden Announces $78 Million Mega Grant for the Roosevelt Boulevard Project

    President Biden Announces $78 Million Mega Grant for the Roosevelt Boulevard Project

    A major road that ends in Bucks County will soon see upgrades that will make driving on it much safer for all travelers. President Joe Biden and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced that the Biden-Harris Administration has awarded $78 million to the City of Philadelphia for the Roosevelt Boulevard Multimodal Project in City of Philadelphia  as part of…

  • This Bucks County Inn and Restaurant is Offering a One-of-a-Kind Valentine’s Day Getaway for All Couples

    This Bucks County Inn and Restaurant is Offering a One-of-a-Kind Valentine’s Day Getaway for All Couples

    A new inn and restaurant in Bucks County is proving to be a wonderful place to spend your Valentine’s Day this year. The Ghost Light Inn, a 12-room boutique hotel overlooking the Delaware River, located in the heart of beautiful New Hope, offers couples a small town intimate respite with its Romantic Indulgence Package.  Available Tuesdays through Sundays, this package…

  • Peddler’s Village to Host Fourth Annual PEEPS in the Village Event this Spring

    Peddler’s Village to Host Fourth Annual PEEPS in the Village Event this Spring

    Peddler’s Village, a countryside shopping, dining, lodging, and family entertainment destination in the heart of historic Bucks County, that is widely recognized for its popular festivals and events, is preparing for the annual return of PEEPS® in the Village, a popular contest and display that is now in its fourth year. Last year, the colorful event…

  • A Record Number of Upper Bucks Tech Students Win Awards Through Major Competition

    A Record Number of Upper Bucks Tech Students Win Awards Through Major Competition

    A Bucks County high school is celebrating the success of several students who walked away from a major event with medals in hand. Twenty students from Quakertown Community High School who are attending Upper Bucks County Technical School earned medals at the SkillsUSA District 11 competition. 11 students are now advancing to the State Competition. …

  • Philadelphia Sports Bar Expanding to Bensalem

    Philadelphia Sports Bar Expanding to Bensalem

    A longtime Philadelphia sports bar will be opening its latest location in Bucks County, its first expansion outside of the city. Emma Dooling wrote about the new location for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Founding Fathers, a sports bar and grill located on Philadelphia’s South Street, is expanding with a second location in Bensalem. The popular eatery…

  • See Which Central Bucks Elementary Schools Rank Among Top Ten in the County

    See Which Central Bucks Elementary Schools Rank Among Top Ten in the County

    Six Bucks County elementary schools are among Niche’s top ten in the area for 2023, and they are all in the same school district. Ed Doyle wrote about the local schools in TAP Into Doylestown. To determine the ranking for its 2023 Best Public Elementary Schools in Bucks County list, Niche ranked schools’ performances based…

  • After Almost Four Decades, Bucks County Authorities Have a Major Update on a Famous Cold Case

    After Almost Four Decades, Bucks County Authorities Have a Major Update on a Famous Cold Case

    Bucks County authorities have recently made a major discovery in one of the area’s most notorious cold cases, dating back to the late-1980s. Dino Flammia wrote about the cold case for WPG Talk Radio. In 1986, local authorities found a human skull on the Pennsylvania side of the Delaware River in Morrisville. Now, almost four…

  • Croydon Brewery Has New Romantic Beer Out Just in Time for Valentine’s Day

    Croydon Brewery Has New Romantic Beer Out Just in Time for Valentine’s Day

    A popular Bucks County brewery is bringing in the most romantic time of the year with a new beer that is perfect for the fun holiday. Staff reporters from American Craft Beer wrote about the new brew. With the start of the new year, American craft brewers – including those in Bucks County – are…

  • Quakertown Walmart One of Several Company Stores to Get Sleek New Design

    Quakertown Walmart One of Several Company Stores to Get Sleek New Design

    As Walmart continues to improve their business tactics, one of their Bucks County locations is reflecting a new look for a new year. Staff writers from Businesshala wrote about the business’ latest updates. Walmart has turned five of its SuperCenters, including the one in Quakertown, into new flagship stores with brighter lighting, mannequins that display…

  • Come Celebrate George Washington’s Birthday in the Area Where He Crossed the Delaware

    Come Celebrate George Washington’s Birthday in the Area Where He Crossed the Delaware

    As his birthday fast approaches, residents of Bucks County can celebrate George Washington’s birthday with the man himself. Washington Crossing Historic Park, located at 1112 River Road in Washington Crossing, will be celebrate the namesake president’s 291st birthday on Feb. 19 from 11 AM – 2 PM. This event is sponsored by the Friends of…

  • Delaware Valley University Students Attend Intensive Leadership Development Program

    Delaware Valley University Students Attend Intensive Leadership Development Program

    Delaware Valley University students participated in a four-day, intensive leadership development program over winter break. The LeaderShape Institute and DelVal partnered to host a session of the Institute from Jan. 9 to Jan 13.  The LeaderShape Institute is recognized nationally as one of the premier leadership development programs for college students.  The retreat took place at Black Rock Retreat…

  • Middletown Township Police Department Remembers Fallen Detective 14 Years After His Tragic Passing

    Middletown Township Police Department Remembers Fallen Detective 14 Years After His Tragic Passing

    A Bucks County police department is celebrating the life and work of a detective who lost his life in the line of duty many years ago. The Middletown Township Police Department recently acknowledged the 14 year anniversary of the death of Detective Christopher Jones, who was killed the line of duty on Jan. 29, 2009.…

  • Bucks County Program Worked to Restore Books Filled with Signatures from William Penn

    Bucks County Program Worked to Restore Books Filled with Signatures from William Penn

    A Bucks County government agency recently worked to see that several books connected to the state’s founder were made like new. Dan McPhillips, the Bucks County Recorder of Deeds, recently discussed the work that the County’s Adopt-A-Book program has done to preserve priceless books. Specifically, the program worked to restore and improve several rare books…

  • Popular Mexican-Fusion Restaurant Chain Opens Fifth Pennsylvania Location in Warminster

    Popular Mexican-Fusion Restaurant Chain Opens Fifth Pennsylvania Location in Warminster

    A popular restaurant chain recently opened their latest location in Bucks County, and now local residents have a new dining option. Bubbakoo’s Burritos, a Mexican-fusion concept restaurant chain, opened their latest location in Warminster on Jan. 30. Owned by existing operators, Nivas, Riken and Milin Patel, the restaurant is located at 768 Street Road in the Center Point…

  • Bucks County Opportunity Council Works with Philadelphia Nonprofit to Fill Bensalem Food Pantry

    Bucks County Opportunity Council Works with Philadelphia Nonprofit to Fill Bensalem Food Pantry

    A Bucks County organization recently made a donation to a nearby nonprofit in order to help those facing hard times. The Bucks County Opportunity Council, located at 100 Doyle Street in Doylestown, recently collaborated with the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, Derstine’s, Inc., and the Share Food Program in order to collect food for those…

  • Hilltown-Based Bakery Announces Official Opening of Long-Planned New York Location

    Hilltown-Based Bakery Announces Official Opening of Long-Planned New York Location

    A popular Bucks County bakery recently opened a second location out of the area, bringing their famous confections to a new audience. Bucks County Biscotti, with a main location situated at 10 West Creamery Road in Hilltown Township, recently announced that the opening of a second location in Queensbury, NY. The new location was built…