Entertainment
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Bradley Cooper Has a Cameo in Superman but Was Almost Cast in a Key Role
New Hope’s Bradley Cooper made a special cameo appearance in James Gunn’s new Superman movie, which hit theaters on July 11, writes Allison Hambrick for ScreenRant. Gunn cast Cooper to play Superman’s father, Jor-El, a role previously held by Marlon Brando and Russell Crowe. The director noted that he wanted someone “who could walk in…
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Yardley Actor Richard Kind Compares Himself to Parsley on a Plate
Yardley’s Richard Kind is an actor and comedian who has a unique relationship with fame, reports Jon LaPook for CBS News. “I’ll walk down the street and somebody will go, ‘Oh, you’re a national treasure.’ And then I pass 250 people who don’t know who I am, and yet that person thinks I’m a…
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Phillie Phanatic Brings Joy to Yardley Event for Children with Special Needs
On July 9, while the Phillies were beating the Giants in San Francisco, the Phillie Phanatic was making a special appearance at a Yardley event, reports Aziza Shuler for CBS News. Locals gathered at Uncle Dave’s Ice Cream for an inclusive event for children with special needs. The kids enjoyed free ice cream and…
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Shady Brook Farm Partners with Sesame Street for a Fun New Corn Maze
Shady Brook Farm in Yardley is working with Sesame Street to create a special corn maze for this fall, writes Chris Rollins for 94.5 PST. This maze will be honoring the beloved children’s show’s 56th anniversary. Shady Brook Farm is one of around 35 farms in the United States and Canada to partner with Sesame…
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Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick and Fox News’ Jacqui Heinrich Celebrate Engagement
Jacqui Heinrich, the White House correspondent for Fox News, is engaged to Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick, writes Erin Clack for People Magazine. The pair were on a romantic trip to Valensole in Provence, walking through a lavender field, when Fitzpatrick proposed. Heinrich had mentioned her hope to visit the French Riviera to enjoy the sights…
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Bucks County Actor Shines in Touring Production of the Broadway Hit ‘Life of Pi’
Pragun Bhardwaj, an actor from Bucks County, is making his Philadelphia debut in a touring production of the Broadway hit, “Life of Pi,” reports Alicia Vitarelli for 6abc. Bhardwaj, an ensemble member of the play, was born in Bristol and grew up in Chalfont. He fell in love with theater in middle school and…
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Chester County Mini Golf Courses are the Perfect Summer Activity
Looking for a fun summer activity to enjoy with friends and family? Several mini golf spots throughout Chester County offer memorable experiences for all ages, writes Olivia Stefano and Anne E. Hill for Main Line Today. Boulder Falls Mini Golf in Downingtown features two stunning 19-hole courses surrounded by waterfalls, rock structures, and caves. The…
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Chester County Crime Family Inspiration for 1986 Movie ‘At Close Range’
At Close Range is a 1986 crime drama based on a true story of a Chester County crime family described as “one of the most cunning and sly groups of criminals” by a former defense attorney for one of its members, writes Raghvendra Singh Rana for The Cinemaholic. Written by Nicholas Kazan, the film focuses…
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Brixmor Unveils Sketch Plans for Redevelopment of Former Regal Cinema Site at Barn Plaza in Doylestown
Brixmor Property Group recently unveiled sketch plans for redevelopment of the former Regal Cinema site at Barn Plaza in Doylestown, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Brixmor plans to demolish the theater and surrounding silos, replacing them with three multi-tenant mixed-use buildings. The new structures will feature around 50,000 square feet of restaurant and retail…
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Former Upper Darby Summer Stager David Corenswet Talks Superman and Philly
Upper Darby Summer Stager David Corenswet, the star of the new ‘Superman‘ movie due out July 11, has made the cover of People Magazine, which hit newsstands Friday. In the cover interview, the Philadelphia-born actor who grew up in Upper Merion Township shared why he prefers the Eagles over the Phillies, and hoagies over cheesesteaks,…
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King of Prussia’s Highly Anticipated Netflix House: What to Expect
The highly anticipated Netflix House in King of Prussia Mall is set to open later this year, and the first wave of attractions has been revealed, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The immersive venue will launch with two major experiences based on popular Netflix series: Wednesday and One Piece. Visitors can step…
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‘Call Her Daddy’ Host Alex Cooper’s Childhood Home in Newtown Sold
Alex Cooper’s childhood home in Newtown was sold in May, just five months after the media mogul bought her parents a house in Los Angeles, writes Skyler Caruso for People Magazine. Cooper’s parents, Bryan and Laurie Cooper, recently sold the four-bedroom, 2.5-bath Pennsylvania home for $780,000. The Call Her Daddy host spent her childhood in…
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Doylestown Produced Horror Comedy Draculaw Premieres on Streaming
The horror comedy, Draculaw, filmed almost entirely in Bucks County, hit major streaming services this week. Pennsylvania native Scott Deschaine wrote and directed the movie. The film was produced by Glow Film and is distributed by Nacelle/Comedy Dynamics. Draculaw tells the story of a young lawyer, seeking redemption, who must confront the Counselor, a…
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Podcaster Alex Cooper Reveals Passion for Content Creation Began in Bucks County
Alex Cooper, host of the acclaimed podcast Call Her Daddy, shares her life journey in a new documentary directed by Russo-Young called Call Her Alex, writes Kayla Webley Adler for ELLE. The documentary premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on June 9 and aired on Hulu on June 10. In it, Cooper discussed her childhood…
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Pennsbury Manor Welcomes Retired Race Horse Norway Hanover
Pennsbury Manor in Morrisville, a reconstruction of William Penn’s country estate, is home to Norway Hanover, a retired race horse enjoying his golden years in comfort, reports Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. Rescued from a Colorado kill pen, the steed has become a beloved presence. Norway brings warmth and charm to its historic grounds. “Norway’s role…
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85-Year-Old Bucks County Man Warms Hearts with Handwritten, Hand-Delivered Party Invitations
Doug, an 85-year-old Bucks County resident, has captured the internet’s attention and touched countless hearts with his handwritten and hand-delivered party invitations, writes Jo Ciavaglia for the Bucks County Courier Times. Doug is throwing a “Celebration of Winter” party for his neighbors this month. A video one of the recipients of his invitation, Michelle Hernandez,…
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Bucks County Playhouse Expands Artistic Family with New Appointments
Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope has named three powerhouse creatives—Shannon Lewis, Eric Rosen, and John Tartaglia—as its newest Artistic Associates. The trio joins a stellar lineup of contributors helping shape the Playhouse’s growing legacy. All three are familiar faces to Playhouse audiences. Rosen recently directed “Tick, Tick… Boom!” and “Anastasia: The Musical.” Lewis and…
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West Philly Native Quinta Brunson Honored With Key to the City, Spearheads New Mural
West Philadelphia native Quinta Brunson returned to her old stomping grounds on Wednesday, May 28, as she was honored by the City of Philadelphia. During a ceremony at her alma mater, Andrew Hamilton Elementary School, Brunson was presented with the key to the city by Mayor Cherelle Parker. As the mayor presented the honor, she…
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