Bensalem
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Bensalem-Based Funeral Home Company Acquired by Major Private Equity Firm
A Bucks County company that works with funeral homes was recently acquired by a major capital management firm based in New York City. Jeff Ward wrote about the deal for WFMZ 69 News. StoneMor, Inc., the Bensalem-based owner and operator of cemeteries and funeral homes, has been acquired by asset manager Axar Capital Management for…
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PennDOT Reviews Options for the Roosevelt Boulevard Subway, Which Would Have a Stop in Bucks County
With talks of building a Roosevelt Boulevard subway, with a stop in Bucks County, PennDOT is studying what it would take to make it a reality. Ryan Mulligan wrote about the organization’s recent reviews in the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is currently studying the options for what it would take in…
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Penn Community Bank Contributes $15,000 to Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery and Delaware Counties
Penn Community Bank has contributed $15,000 to Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery and Delaware Counties (Habitat MontDelCo). The donation aligns with its home-ownership programs: Home Buying, Almost Home Financial Empowerment, and Neighborhood Revitalization programs. Home Buying The Home Buying Program serves residents earning 30–80 percent of the median income with significant housing needs. Habitat MontDelCo…
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Bensalem Race Track Finds Its New Full-Time Announcer in Racing Industry Veteran
A popular Bucks County horse track recently announced their new announcer, a veteran in the industry and a voice in American racing. Matt Hegarty wrote about the new announcer for DRF. Parx Racing in Bensalem has found its new full-time track announcer in Jessica Paquette, a 20-year racing industry veteran. Paquette, who was previously doing…
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Bensalem to Become New Home of Longstanding Philadelphia Manufacturer
A major manufacturer from the Philadelphia area just announced that they will be moving their operations to the Bensalem area. Dino Ciliberti wrote about the major business news for the Roxborough-Manayunk Patch. Weber Display & Packaging, currently located at 3500 Richmond Street in Philadelphia, has announced that they will be moving their headquarters and main…
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This Bucks County High School Football Player Continues to Honor the Legacy of His Family’s Name on the Field
A Bucks County football star is playing for the team his father and grandfather played in over the past few generations. Tom Moore wrote about the up-and-coming player for the Bucks County Courier Times. Jack Dunkley, a senior defensive lineman for Neshaminy High School’s football team, is continuing a long tradition of sports for the…
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This Bucks County Town Is Rumored To Be The Next Location of An Amazon Fresh Market
A new Amazon Fresh location is rumored to be making its home in Bucks County soon, the latest food store to make its way into the area. Dino Ciliberti wrote about the new shop for the Bensalem Patch. An Amazon Fresh location is supposed to be opening at the former K-Mart on Street Road. While…
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This Bucks County High School Golf Team Just Made History During a Major Tournament
A Bucks County high school golf team recently made their mark on the sport in a major tournament that took place this week. Staff writers at Suburban One Sports wrote about the recent victory by the local team. The Bensalem Owl’s gold team, featuring four players fro Bensalem High School took part in the District…
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This Bucks County High School Student is Being Honored for Her Work in the STEAM Field
A Bucks County high school student will be honored by a local women’s organization for her work in the STEAM field later this month. Keira Seidman, a junior at Bensalem High School, was recently recognized for her community work that many see as exemplifying the hard work of women of all ages in the Bucks…
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This Bucks County Town Will Soon Have a New Monument, a Perfect Spot for Local Advertisers
Another massive monument will soon grace the roads of Bucks County, with local advertisers eyeing the upcoming structure. Damon C. Williams wrote about the new structure for the Bucks County Courier Times. A 40-foot sign, with a digital screen and clock, is set to be erected in Bensalem in the near future. Once established as…
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Bensalem Animal Shelter Working to Raise Funds for New Pets, Owners in the Local Area
A Bucks County animal shelter will be working on several endeavors in order to help new pet owners in the Bucks County area. Women’s Animal Center, located at 3839 Richlieu Road in Bensalem, is hosting an event titles “Backyard Bars and Brews (And Meows Too) on Oct. 22 from 7 – 10 PM. Music, food,…
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Bensalem Elementary Students Learn To Dance in Honor of Latin American Heritage Month
A Bucks County elementary school recently took part in a unique cultural celebration with several students from a nearby high school. Students at Benjamin Rush Elementary School recently learned Latin dances to celebrate Latin American Heritage Month, otherwise known as Hispanice Heritage Month. With students from a nearby high school there to help, the young…
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This Bucks County Middle School Just Announced Their New Assistant Principal
A local middle school just recently announced the most recent addition to their staff: a brand new assistant principal. Robert K. Shafer Middle School, part of the Bensalem Township School District, recneryly named Joseph Crane as their new Assistant Principal. Crane was chosen for the position after a meeting of the Bensalem Township Board of…
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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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Bensalem Area Waterfront To See Massive Redevelopment to Nearby Properties
A waterfront area of Bucks County will soon see a massive makeover, including the renovations of several local properties. Damon C. Williams wrote about the recent developments for the Bucks County Courier Times. The Bensalem Township Council recently reached an agreement regarding the the R-55 Riverfront Revitalization District, which was set up in the early…
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See Which Three Bucks County School Districts Placed Among Top 50 in Pennsylvania for 2023
Bucks County is home to three of the top 50 school districts in Pennsylvania for 2023, according to a new ranking by Niche. To determine the 2023 Best School Districts in Pennsylvania, Niche performed an analysis of data provided by the U.S. Department of Education along with millions of reviews submitted by students and parents.…
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Bensalem High School’s Track Allows Amputees To Partake in Fitness, Health Exercises
Level Up fitness clinic organized by Team Lawall nonprofit provided amputees with an opportunity to get reacquainted with some of their favorite fitness activities, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. The event took place at the track at Holy Ghost Preparatory School last week. It was led by practitioners from Lawall Prosthetics and Orthotics, with its…
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Bucks County Family Honored for Saving a Young Boy From Drowning
Members of a family from Bucks County were recently honored for their efforts in rescuing a boy who was drowning in a local pool. Dino Ciliberti wrote about the recent act of heroism fro the Bensalem Patch. Bensalem residents Veysal Badalov, Zhafar Badalov and Khamida Badalov were recently acknowledged and honored by the Bensalem Council…
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