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Norristown-Based Gaudenzia’s Chief of Staff Named Pennsylvania’s Social Worker of the Year
Dr. Patricia McKernan, Chief of Staff at Norristown-based Gaudenzia, the region’s largest nonprofit provider of treatment for substance use disorder, has been named Social Worker of the Year by the Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers. The honor is a testament to McKernan’s leadership in promoting the dignity and inherent worth of…
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Most All-American State Goes to Pennsylvania in Study Considering Historic Landmarks, Fast Food Spots and More
Pennsylvania is the most “All-American” state in the United States based on its cuisine, sports scene, and history, according to a recently released ranking by Viator. To determine which are the most “All-American” states, Viator collected and analyzed state-specific data on the number of landmarks, national park sites, fast-food restaurants, sports venues, and RV dealerships…
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Bucks County Leadership: Jessica Chappell, Executive Director, Safe Harbor of Chester County
Jessica Chappell, executive director of Safe Harbor of Chester County, spoke to BUCKSCO Today about growing up in West Bradford, Chester County, and her lifelong mission to serve others in need. She talked about turning down a spot and Penn State’s main campus to go to college near the beach and about honing her work…
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WSJ: Philadelphia’s Republic First Set to Receive $35M Infusion After Agreeing Rescue Deal with Investor Group
Republic First Bancorp will receive a $35 million infusion after agreeing to a deal with a group of existing investors aimed at bolstering its finances, write Gina Heeb, Lauren Thomas, and Jonathan Weil for The Wall Street Journal. The investor group is led by George Norcross III, Philip Norcross, and Gregory Braca. The Philadelphia lender…
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New York Post: John Fetterman Recalls ‘Technically’ Dying, Believing He Would Lose Senate Race Due to His Stroke
After suffering a stroke mid-campaign, Sen. John Fetterman believed he would not be able to defeat his Republican opponent, celebrity heart surgeon Dr. Mehmet Oz, writes Ryan King for the New York Post. The experience forced him to face his mortality, and in turn, stop being afraid of it. “I didn’t have a near-death experience,…
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Quakertown Racing Phenom Paul Owens Receives Coding & Billing Solutions’ Sponsorship
Quakertown racing phenom Paul Owens is getting a vote of confidence from Pennsburg-based Coding & Billing Solutions. The company has decided to sponsor the 17-year-old racer who is competing to win the 200-lap, 3-stage South Carolina 400 at Florence Motor Speedway in November. Owens is managing his racing career while also being a full-time student…
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Wall Street Journal: New Central Jersey Region Plans to Boost Tourism, Stirs Local Contention
The newly blessed Central Jersey tourism region that borders Bucks County has major plans for the future, but not everybody is happy to be a part of it, writes Ginger Adams Otis for The Wall Street Journal. New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signed a bill in late August that would highlight the often overlooked middle…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Stunning Manor with Majestic Views of Delaware River in Pipersville
A stunning manor home with seven bedrooms and seven full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Pipersville. Perfectly nestled on more than 11 meticulously curated acres, this gorgeous residence offers unparalleled expansiveness and privacy, along with majestic views of the Delaware River. . . The home impresses just as much on the…
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Wall Street Journal: Phillies Veteran Providing Quiet Pillar of Stability As His Team Makes Their Way Towards World Series
After nine inconsistent seasons with the Phillies, Aaron Nola is finally proving there was a reason why everybody believed he would be a worthy successor to Cole Hamels when he joined the team, writes Lindsey Adler for The Wall Street Journal. His career has made him a complicated figure in Philadelphia. The fans often got…
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Eagles’ Head Coach Nick Sirianni to Speak on Football, Faith, and Family Values at Chester County Event
Nick Sirianni enters his third season as head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles with a combined 23-11 record, which marks the most wins by any head coach in their first two years with the franchise. One of just two head coaches to start their Eagles career with back-to-back postseason berths, Sirianni directed a record-breaking 2022…
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Bucks County Community College President Decides to Step Down at End of Current Semester
Bucks County Community College president Dr. Felicia Ganther said she plans to step down from that position at the end of the current semester in December, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Ganther, who took over as president in July 2021, is currently in the third year of her three-year contract. She is the college’s…
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The Athletic: Phillies’ Bryce Harper Has Moments and Numbers That Give Him Claim to Historic Greatness
After another amazing showing against the Braves, Philadelphia Phillies’ Bryce Harper proved once again that October is his month, writes Jayson Stark for The Athletic. Bryce Harper is no stranger to game-changing and season-changing swings and the one he made in the third innings Wednesday night when his team needed it the most was among…
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Visit Bucks County Reports Strong Year for County Tourism Industry with $1.2 Billion Economic Impact
Visit Bucks County shared visitation data and marketing strategies with nearly 200 tourism professionals and local organizations at its 2023 Annual Meeting held earlier this week, writes Megan Connelly for Visit Bucks County. According to Visit Bucks County’s data, Bucks County welcomed 8 million visitors in 2022, which generated $1.2 billion in economic impact. The…
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As-Is’ Sale Offers Chance to Own Piece of Americana with Classic Riegelsville Stone Barn
A lovely stone barn built in 1870 and located on two idyllic, flora-filled acres in Riegelsville is a true charmer, both inside and outside, writes Michelle Bowers for The Old House Life. The home is adorned with many beautiful details, including hardwood floors and wide baseboards. There is also an old farmhouse sink in the…
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Corporate Salaries in Philadelphia Higher Than National Average, But Lower Than in Other East Coast Cities
While salaries for the most in-demand jobs in and around Philadelphia are higher than the national average, they are still lower than in other nearby East Coast cities, writes Lizzy McLellan Ravitch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to Robert Half’s 2024 Salary Guide, Philadelphians working these jobs are currently paid about 18 percent above the…
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Abington Scientist Whose Work Made COVID-19 Vaccines Possible Awarded Nobel Prize
Katalin Karikó, the Abington scientist whose work led to RNA vaccines that transformed the threat of the COVID-19 pandemic, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine, writes Carolyn Y. Johnson for The Washington Post. Hungarian-born Karikó saw the medical potential of mRNA early in her career and she pursued it with the kind of tenacity…
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Forbes: Small Businesses Have More Marketing Options Than Ever, This Is What They Are Focusing on For 2024
Small businesses, which used to rely primarily on print and traditional media advertisements and cold calling before the internet, today have more marketing options at their disposal than ever, writes John Hall for Forbes. According to a recent marketing survey by Taradel, the majority (94 percent) have plans to increase their marketing spending in 2024.…
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Comcast CEO Brian Roberts Sells Beverly Hills Mansion for $20.1M in Off-Market Deal
Comcast chairman and CEO Brian Roberts sold his Beverly Hills, California, property in an off-market deal to art collectors Bill and Maria Bell for $20.1 million, writes E.B. Solomont for The Wall Street Journal. The buyers recently sold their Malibu mansion for around $200 million to Beyoncé and Jay-Z. Roberts and his wife, Aileen, bought…
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