Bensalem
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DNA Match Identifies Cold Case Victim ‘Clubhouse Jane Doe’; Bensalem Police Now Seek Killer
A Bucks County cold case, dormant for 30-some years, has advanced thanks to a DNA match that finally identifies the Warminster victim known only as “Clubhouse Jane Doe.” Jo Ciavaglia reported on the breakthrough for the Bucks County Courier Times. In 1995, neighborhood kids found the body of a woman, wrapped in plastic and buried…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Plenty to Wrap Your Arms Around in This Bensalem Beauty
With its wrap-around porch and circular staircase, there’s plenty to embrace at 2544 Glenn Ave, Bensalem. The surrounding charm of this home is evident upon first stepping into the foyer. The staircase immediately greets visitors, stretching forward like an extended handshake. . . The octagonal shape of the exterior enables the living room to be…
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Seasonal Cocktails: Area Mixologists Skillfully Offer a Spirited Holiday
Bar and restaurant menus this time of year reflect a decided December slant when it comes to food. But the drink menus, too, are particularly merry right now. Alexandra Lashner, for the Visit Bucks County blog, assembled a list of some of the best seasonal cocktails in the county. 1675 Spirits, Bensalem Recommended seasonal sippables…
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Bucks County Bakeries Ensure That Your Cookies for Santa Aren’t Cut from a Dough Log Thawed from the Freezer
Christmas cookies bring back warm memories of kitchens filled with the scent of vanilla, cinnamon, and chocolate. But they’re also a lot of work — especially during a calendar-crowded time of year. Trusting your to cookie needs to Bucks County bakeries is not only a time-saver but also ensures deliciousness without even touching your oven.…
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Brisk Wedding Trade Enables Bucks County Hotels to Awaken from Pandemic Slumber
Fall 2021 was extremely good for Bucks County hotels, setting a record for occupancy. Laura Smythe, for the Philadelphia Business Journal, checked into the performance drivers reported by Visit Bucks County. Occupancy rates — a bellwether of hotel performance reflected by booked rooms — reached a new record in September (74.4 percent). It topped the…
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Penn Community Bank Announces Promotions, New Hire
Penn Community Bank is pleased to announce a series of promotions and new hiring, in line with the organization’s continued commitment to retail, business, and commercial banking. “Penn Community Bank is growing and finding new ways to best serve communities across our region. Whether through hiring or promotion, we are building a team of experts…
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Innkeeper at Neshaminy Creekside Inn on Spirited Guests: ‘There’s a Lot of Ghosts in Here’
Like most hotel accommodations in Bucks County, Neshaminy Creekside Inn, Bensalem, has plush rooms, fluffy pillows, and upscale dining. It also has a few guests who may have checked in centuries ago but never quite left. Alicia Roberts peeked into the shadows for CBS3 Philly. The historic inn, built in 1697, is haunted, according to…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Attention Bibliophiles! Space Enough in Bensalem Home to Store Hundreds of Books
This custom built home in Bensalem encompasses three separate units, all with their own entrances and full appointments. It’s ideal for a homeowner in need of an in-law suite. Or an entrepreneur launching a side business in welcoming overnight guests à la Airbnb. But if you’ve got an extensive book collection, this is the place…
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Four Statewide Agencies Warn Against Consumption of Fish from Neshaminy Creek Basin
Four Pennsylvania agencies have issued a joint warning about fish caught in the Neshaminy Creek basin that winds through Bucks and Montgomery Counties: Department of Agriculture Department of Environmental Protection Department of Health Fish and Boat Commission The ban resulted from evidence of extremely high levels of Perfluorooctane Sulfonate (PFOS), a chemical once used to…
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Underage Gambler Sneaks Into Parx Casino, Hits Bad Luck with Parking-Lot Fireworks Spree Afterward
An 18-year-old wanna-be gambler illegally entered Parx Casino and later retreated to the parking lot for a firecracker-accompanied joyride. The lapse that allowed his entry proved costly for the Bensalem entertainment destination, reports Andrew Maykuth for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Last month, the underage male snuck into Parx when security guards were attending to guests’ COVID-19…
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‘Phillies Porch Pirate’ Prowls Bensalem, Pinching Packaged Property
The so-called Phillies porch pirate, a thief trolling Bensalem neighborhoods, has been captured on video by various front door security cams. Kayla Thomas unwrapped the details for 94.5 WPST. Ring.com footage of a Baxter Avenue home shows him in action. In the video, the man casually walks up to a stoop, stacks four delivered boxes…
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Ben the Turkey, Social Media Star from Bensalem, Turns Out to Be Something of a Ham
If 1969 was the Summer of Woodstock, 2021 in Bucks County might be the Summer of Livestock. Marcus Espinoza explains the area’s latest barnyard bigwig, Ben the Turkey, for FOX29 Philadelphia. The local news cycle over the past handful of months has included mentions of celebrity pygmy goats and a wayward bull. Joining them now…
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As a Whiskey Fan, This Newtown Agriculture Advocate Has a Fond Eye for Rosen Rye
Bucks County agribusinesses tend to stick to the staples: fruits, vegetables, and the like. A Newtown advocate, however, hopes to encourage farms that raise an ingredient that is distillable into fine whiskey, Rosen Rye. Christopher Wink harvested the story for BillyPenn. Laura Fields’ interests lie at the intersection of agribusiness and libations. She’s a fan…
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Sale of Bensalem Warehouse Sees Nearly 100 Percent Return for Its Owner in Just Three Years
The booming commercial real estate (CRE) business in Bucks County shows no signs of abating, if the sale of a Bensalem warehouse is any indicator. Natalie Kostelni, of the Philadelphia Business Journal, reported on the recent transaction that illustrates the current CRE frenzy. A 430,373 square-foot industrial building in Bensalem, purchased in 2018 for $23.7…
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Healthcare Services Group Settles SEC Suit for $6 Million, Neither Admitting Nor Denying Charges
Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) action against Bensalem’s Healthcare Services Group has been resolved. The latter agreed to a $6 million settlement while neither admitting to or denying the SEC charges. John George covered the matter for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The SEC alleged that the company’s earnings were inflated to meet research analysts’ consensus…
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Bucks County Fall Job Fair Will Fill the Halls of Neshaminy Mall with Career Opportunities
Local job seekers will be able to browse more than 200 jobs from 16 employers at the 2021 Bucks County Fall Job Fair on September 15. Bucks County News reports that RecruitmentQueen, a Bucks County-based digital job board, is host. The corps of employers coming to Neshaminy Mall include: Abington Reldan Metals (remediation and waste…
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Tourism Gems in Our Own Backyard: If You Haven’t Been to Andalusia in Bensalem Township, It’s Time to Go
Sometimes, it takes an outsider to enlighten residents about nearby treasures. Reporter Lauren Rude of abc27 profiled Andalusia for her Harrisburg audience. But her spotlight on the Bucks County historic property should justifiably entice locals as well. Situated along the Delaware River, the 1700s estate features a historic house, gardens, and arboretum. “There is something…
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Bet You Can’t Guess How the Bucks County Gaming Industry Performed as Pandemic Restrictions Eased
Pennsylvania casino revenues hit the jackpot for July. Its one-month record of $423 million signifies good times for the gaming industry at large. But it’s especially encouraging for Bucks County, as Parx led the state’s 15 licensed casinos. Megan Tomasic rolls through the data for TribLive. The July 2021 results were a whopping $35 million…
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