Awards & Recognition
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Furlong Design Studio Receives Third National Award for Excellence in Retail
Furlong’s Gasper Exterior Furnishings Studio recently won its third Apollo Award from the International Casual Furniture Association, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. This honor for retail excellence was given at the ICFA’s National Awards Gala in Atlanta, Georgia. The studio won the award for single-store location in 2020 and received the Apollo…
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Bucks County Teen Affected by Alopecia Advocates for Breaking Its Stigma
Stephanie Milewski, a Bucks County teen diagnosed with alopecia areata at age 9, is now working to break the stigma surrounding the condition, writes Tom Sofield for North Penn Now. Milewski was present when Bucks County Commissioners recently proclaimed September as Alopecia Awareness Month, recognizing the efforts of a local chapter of the National Alopecia…
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West Chester Grocer Honored with 2025 Family-Owned Business Award
Carlino’s Market, with locations in Ardmore and West Chester, has been recognized with the Family-Owned Business Awards 2025 by the Philadelphia Business Journal, writes Lindsey Nolen for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Carlino’s was never just about the food. It is a tribute to family and heritage, as well as the values that owner Pat Carlino’s…
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Pennridge High Student from Perkasie to Compete in Miss America 2026 Pageant
Perkasie native Lynzi Allen, a rising senior at Pennridge High School, will be competing in Miss America’s Teen 2026 pageant later this month, writes Mina Llona for The Philadelphia Tribune. Allen has an impressive background, with passions for modeling, dancing and debate. She hopes to one day become a civil rights lawyer, a dream…
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Bucks County Mail Carrier Saves Car Crash Victim with CPR in Bensalem
USPS carrier Sarah Van de Laar was on her mail route in Bensalem when she witnessed a car crash on Knights Road, reports Christie Ileto for 6abc. Realizing the driver was hurt, she leapt into action. “I glanced over and I just saw this little red sedan, just like it looked like he cut the…
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Two Bucks County Prosecutors Recognized by County’s DA Office
The Bucks County District Attorney’s Office recently recognized two prosecutors for their dedication and excellence, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Deputy District Attorney Christine M. Sassane and Assistant District Attorney Timothy W. Lutes were granted the awards during a ceremony at the Bucks County Justice Center. Officials awarded Sassane, who first began…
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Warminster Native Named ‘Man of the Year’ by Atlantic East Conference
Dominic Petruzzelli, a Warminster native and defender for the men’s soccer team at Neumann University, capped off a standout 2024 season by receiving Atlantic East Conference Man of the Year honors, writes Tyler DelPercio for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The award, established in 2019, recognizes one male student-athlete in the conference for excellence in both academics…
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Hepatitis B Foundation Honors Doylestown Health Doctor with Award
The Hepatitis B Foundation and Baruch S. Blumberg Institute recently named Doylestown’s Nicole E. Geracimos, MD, as the inaugural recipient of their new Education Impact Award. The foundation presented her with the award on June 26 during a fundraising event for the high school and college academic programs. The event took place at the Pennsylvania…
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Former West Chester Coach Lucille Kyvallos Inducted Into Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame
Lucille Kyvallos, former coach at West Chester University and Queens College, was inducted into the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame over the weekend, writes Mel Greenberg for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “[Mighty Mac] Tina Krah called me and told me I was getting in,” said 93-year-old Kyvallos. “I had just woken up. … I thought ‘Oh…
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Chairman of Kennett Square-Based Tri-M Group Named an Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Ernst & Young has named Jim Horn, Chairman of Kennett Square-based Tri-M Group, an Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 Greater Philadelphia Award winner. Entrepreneur of the Year is a prestigious and competitive awards program for entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies. For 40 years, Ernst & Young has celebrated ambitious entrepreneurs who are transforming industries,…
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Longwood Gardens Named Best Botanical Garden in Nation
USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards has named Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square the Best Botanical Garden in the U.S. This recognition highlights Longwood’s breathtaking horticultural displays across 1,100 acres of gardens, woodlands, meadows, iconic fountains, and grand conservatories. Joining Longwood Gardens in the top five are Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden (Cincinnati, Ohio), Fairchild Tropical Botanic…
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Patricia Mervine Named Recipient of 2025 Bucks County Women’s History Month Award
Patricia L. Mervine, a longtime resident of Bucks County, has been recognized with the 2025 Bucks County Women’s History Month Award, writes Patch. Mervine has impacted countless lives through her dedication to local charitable organizations, including the Langhorne Council for the Arts and the African American Museum of Bucks County. She will be honored during…
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Know an Emerging Leader Who Lives or Works in Chester County? Nominate Them for VISTA NextGen Superstars
VISTA Today is currently accepting nominations for its annual initiative that spotlights the brightest young professionals reshaping Chester County’s communities and industries. Formerly known as VISTA Millennial Superstars, the newly minted VISTA NextGen Superstars program has evolved to embrace the dynamism of the next generation, Gen Z, who are stepping up as transformative forces in…
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Dr. Charles Beem Receives BCCC’s 2024 Lindback Distinguished Teaching Award
Bucks County Community College recently announced that Charles Beem, Ed.D. has been selected as the recipient of the 2024 Lindback Distinguished Teaching Award, which recognizes a faculty member who has demonstrated excellence in teaching and student impact. The award includes a cash stipend. “As a proud graduate of Bucks County Community College, it is truly…
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This Souderton Company is Honored with 2024 Family-Owned Business Award
Asher’s Chocolate has evolved significantly since its founding in 1892, but still maintains its family legacy. Lisa Dukart highlights the company named a 2024 family-owned business award honoree for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Over the years, Ashers shifted from producing an assortment of confections in Center City Philadelphia to focusing on premium chocolates at its…
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Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter Nominated for Grammy’s Record of Year
Quakertown native Sabrina Carpenter has been nominated for the Grammy’s Record of the Year and will be up against Taylor Swift and six others for the coveted prize, writes Kristin Hunt for PhillyVoice. Carpenter was honored for “Espresso”, her huge hit that peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100. Meanwhile, Swift received a…
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Local Multiple Sclerosis Advocate Honored With State Citation
Bucks County resident Joseph “Smiley” Terinoni was recently presented with a citation from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. State Representatives Tim Brennan and Brian Munroe honored him for his efforts to both raise money and advocate for people living with Multiple Sclerosis, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Terinoni has taken part in the “Bike…
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Celebrate Pennsbury’s Athletic Legends at the Hall of Fame Induction
The Pennsbury High School Athletic Hall of Fame will welcome 12 new members at its induction banquet on September 21, writes Tom Moore for the Bucks County Courier Times. The inductees will first be introduced during halftime at the September 20 home football game against Central Bucks East, followed by the formal induction ceremony…
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