Health & Fitness
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Furlong Wellness Retreat Celebrates One Year of Business, Helping Cancer Patients
A Bucks County wellness center is celebrating one year of business after helping hundreds with dealing with serious health issues. Kin, a retreat and wellness center located in the Furlong area, just celebrated one full year of business, having their first client come in for help on Dec. 8 of last year. “We now support…
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Holy Family University Hosts Clinic for Flu Vaccine, COVID-19 Booster at Philadelphia Campus
Holy Family University recently held a clinic for residents who wanted to catch up on their flu vaccines and COVID-19 boosters. The event was held at the school’s Stevenson Lane Residence, located at 9801 Frankford Avenue in Philadelphia, at the school’s city campus. The clinic took place on Nov. 30 from 11 AM – 3…
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Hockey Player, Holy Ghost Prep Alum Shares His Story of Recovery After a Major Health Scare
A Bucks County hockey player has been sharing his story of his return to the ice following a harrowing health scare earlier this year. Staff writers at NBC 10 Philadelphia covered the young man’s journey. Jack Smiley, a native of Washington Crossing and an alum of Holy Ghost Prep in Bensalem, has been working through…
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Bucks County Ranks Amongst the Healthiest Communities in the Entire Country
Bucks County was recently listed as one of the healthiest communities in the whole country, a major milestone in public health and wellness. Staff writers at U.S. News and World Report wrote about the rankings around the country. Out of 500 commutes around the country, bucks County listed as #205. There were ten factors that…
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Parx Casino Amongst Countless Local Gambling Establishments Discussing Smoking Options for Patrons
A Bucks County casino is just one of many in the Philadelphia area that has made a decision on coming options in their building. Tracy Tully wrote about the establishment for The New York Times. Parx Casino, located in Bensalem, worked to keep operations going during the COVID-19 pandemic. One thing that became a question…
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Newtown Health Food Spot’s Parent Company Expanding in Philadelphia, Partnering with Former Eagles Player
A health food chain, with their latest location in Bucks County, will be expanding their operations in Philadelphia with a former big-time athlete. Emma Dooling wrote about the expansion in the Philadelphia Business Journal. Pure Green, a juice and smoothie shop that just opened a location in Newtown, has announced the tit will be expanding…
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Gaining an Hour Extra of Sleep Is Only One Reason to Like the Nov. 6 ‘Fall Back’ of the Clocks
While a lot of people do not relish the thought of moving their clocks an hour back, daylight saving time comes with several advantages everyone can enjoy, writes Anthony R. Wood for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Most important, the day the clocks are turned back is the longest day of the year, as it lasts for…
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New Hope-Based Healthcare Company Receives the Top Venture Capital Deal in the Philadelphia Area
A Bucks County healthcare company was recently listed as having received one of the best venture capital deals in the area this past year. Ryan Mulligan wrote about the local company for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Orchestra BioMed, located at 296 Union Square Drive in New Hope, closed on a $100 million funding deal before…
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Warminster Chiropractor Now Offering Services to Southampton Residents
A Bucks County chiropractor has recently announced that she will be expanding her operations to other parts of the area. Dr. Haley McCaffery, a Warminster-based chiropractor, recently announced that she will be offering her medical and wellness skills to residents of Southampton in an effort to expand her business. “Exciting news Bucks County!” she said…
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Doylestown Health Foundation Receives Grant for Infant Protection Project
Doylestown Health Foundation has received a grant from Community Project Funding for its Doylestown Hospital Infant Protection Project. Staff writers at the Lower Bucks Times wrote about the recent grant. The grant was announced by U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, who introduced the Community Project Funding into the FY2022 Consolidated Appropriations Act as part of the…
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Newtown Township Ambulance Squad Needs More Public Funding to Continue Answering Emergency Calls
The Newtown Township Ambulance Squad is financially strapped and desperately needs more public funding to continue answering life-saving emergency calls. Emily Rizzo wrote about the funding for WHYY. According to the leaders of the ambulance squad that serves Newtown Borough and Newtown Township, they are facing the same financial issues as other emergency medical services…
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Newtown Wellness Restaurant Offers Smoothies, Juices, and Eats for Health-Conscious Customers
A new, health-conscious eatery will be opening in Bucks County soon, offering healthy smoothies and juices to locals and visitors. Pure Green, a whole-food wellness and health spot, recently opened their latest location in Newtown. To celebrate the opening, the eatery will offer BOGO smoothies from Oct. 28 – 30. The 1,200-sq. ft. location features…
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Several Bucks County Hospitals are Preparing for a ‘Severe’ Flu Season. Here’s What to Know
Several hospitals in the Bucks County area are gearing up for the upcoming flu season with top-notch medical technologies. Peg Quann wrote about the local hospitals for the Bucks County Courier Times. Doylestown Hospital and St. Mary Medical Center are just some of the local hospitals that are working hard to make sure that they…
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Looking to Donate Blood for Those in Need? This Bucks County Establishment Has You Covered
A Bucks County township will allow local resident to donate blood as the holiday season is approaching, a time when blood is needed the most. Warwick Township will be working with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive on Nov. 22 from 2-7 PM. The donation sight will be found at the Township…
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Inaugural 5K Race To Be Held In Newtown Township, Celebrating The Life Of A Local Runner
A Bucks County race, honoring a local runner, will host its first event this weekend in an effort to raise awareness of sexual assault. The Christine Englehardt Memorial 5k to End Sexual Assault will be held in Newtown Township this Sunday. The run honors the legacy of its namesake, a graduate of Council Rock North…
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Fairless Hills Implant Surgeon Helps Brings a Fresh Smile To a Man In Need
A fender bender in Philadelphia ended up being a blessing for a local man, who was directed to a Bucks County surgeon to fix his teeth. Alayna Gomez wrote about the fateful interaction for 6ABC Action News. Back in February, Greg Cuta of Philadelphia got into a car accident with Cecilly Rudalavage, a sales representative…
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Board President of Foundations Community Partnership Works To Help Bucks County Locals Live Their Best Lives
An important member of Foundations Community Partnership is working hard to help Bucks County residents live happy and healthy lives. Abigail Halloran, joined the organizations’s Board of Directors in 2016 and has served as Board President since January. Through her work with the local nonprofit, Halloran has been able to help provide behavioral health and…
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Bucks County School Board Hosts Spirit Week To Raise Funds With Local Cancer Survivor
A young cancer survivor recently collaborated with a Bucks County school district to raise money for cancer research. Sara Harvey was diagnosed with Retinoblastoma at a young age back in 2014. As a result, her eye had to be surgically removed to prevent the cancer from spreading. Last year, she approached the Neshaminy School District…
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