Bensalem
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Dallas Firm Takes Majority Stake in Bensalem’s Rita’s Italian Ice to Drive Growth
Bensalem staple Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard has received a majority investment from Maple Park Capital Partners, a newly formed Dallas firm, to fuel its continued growth, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. In the four decades since being founded, Rita’s has become…
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Teacher at Bensalem Elementary School Celebrates Holiday Season with Festive, Extravagant Outfits
Lauren Miller, a teacher at Belmont Hills Elementary in Bensalem, spreads holiday cheer in her class with a new festive outfit for every day of the season, reports Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. “Very early on in teaching, one of the things I loved about it was just being able to celebrate and have fun with…
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Elusive Pig in Bucks County Finally Caught After Month-Long Chase
After a month on the run, an elusive pig in Bucks County was finally captured by Bensalem police earlier this week, according to a staff report from 6abc. The wandering swine fell for a special trap near Newport Mews Drive in Bensalem Township on Tuesday. It was affectionately dubbed “Porky,” “Oscar” and “Buddy” throughout the…
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PETA Asks Bucks County DA to Investigate Jockey in Horse-Whipping Incident
Bucks County District Attorney Jennifer Schorn and the Bucks County SPCA have been asked by animal advocate PETA to investigate a horse whipping that took place after the horse won a race at Parx Casino in Bensalem. The jockey, Paco Lopez, reportedly whipped his horse, 2-year-old National Law, on the neck after crossing the finish…
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Santa Claus to Make Appearance at Neshaminy Mall Despite Earlier Cancelation Plans
Boscov’s is bringing Santa Claus to the Neshaminy Mall in Bensalem after the new owners decided against hosting him in Center Court near Barnes & Noble due to the low foot traffic, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Visitors will get a chance to hang out with Santa at Boscov’s Neshaminy on Friday, Dec. 13,…
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Rush Elementary on the Chopping Block at Bensalem School Board Meeting
The Bensalem School Board will vote on the future of Rush Elementary on Tuesday, reports Lacey Latch for Bucks County Courier Times. The decision follows contentious discussions about four proposed plans, ranging from building a new $150 million middle school to general renovations. Most options involve closing Benjamin Rush Elementary, a move opposed by many…
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Bucks County Police Sent on Wild Pig Chase as Animal Continues to Evade Them for Weeks
For the past several weeks, authorities in Bensalem Township have been searching for an elusive pig that has been successfully evading capture, writes John Paul for 6abc. Area residents said they have seen the pig and even fed the animal, but have been unable to catch it. “He is a cute pig, as far as…
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‘We Weren’t Able to Continue’: Dockside Bensalem Closes Without Warning
Dockside Bensalem, owned by veteran restaurateur Matt Rossi, closed without warning over the weekend, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “I think the easiest answer is just … financially we weren’t able to continue,” said Rossi. “It’s as simple and cut and dried as that.” Rossi opened Dockside in April of last year at…
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After 40 Years, Dominic’s Shoe Repair in Bensalem Faces Uncertain Future
Dominic’s Shoe Repair, a fixture in Bensalem for nearly 40 years, now faces an uncertain future, writes JD Mullane for Bucks County Courier Times. Dominic Mormando, 83, who has spent more than half a century perfecting his craft as one of Bucks County’s last old-time shoemakers, may have to close his beloved shop due to…
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Greenwood Racing Buys Two Office Buildings by Parx Casino for $12.5 Million
Greenwood Racing Inc., the owner of Parx Casino, has expanded its real estate holdings with the acquisition of two office buildings near its Bucks County gaming hub for $12.5 million, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Purchased in February, the buildings at 3329 and 3331 Street Road in Bensalem are part of…
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Holy Ghost Prep Team Receives Special Recognition After Winning First State Championship in School’s History
Holy Ghost Prep’s baseball team received special recognition after securing the first baseball state championship in the school’s history, writes Ross DiMattei and Paxton Reese for CBS Philadelphia. The Bensalem team was treated to a pep rally earlier this week, with music, games, and a raucous sendoff. The players and their coaches then got on…
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Philadelphia Stallions, Ready to Make Their Debut at Parx Racing
The National Thoroughbred League’s Philadelphia Stallions, the region’s youngest professional sports team, are ready to make their debut when they host the NTL Philadelphia Cup at Parx Racing in Bensalem over the weekend, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Philadelphia Cup – also being referred to as Oktober-Fast in Philly – will…
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Friendly Competition, Camaraderie Abound in At-home Bubble Hockey League in Bensalem
An at-home bubble hockey league in Bensalem gathers over a dozen local men for games filled with friendly competition and camaraderie, reports Bill Rohrer for FOX 29 Philadelphia. Games take place at three hockey tables in the basement of John Gaffney’s home. Fourteen players battle for the top spot in the league. “For two to…
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Bucks County Townships to Receive $3.9 Million Boost from Parx Casino Revenues
Several Bucks County townships are getting $3.9 million in funds generated by Parx Casino in Bensalem, and awarded by the county’s redevelopment authority, writes Corey Sharp for Play Pennsylvania. The funds will go towards dozens of community improvement projects. The nearly $4 million in awards will be distributed among forty grants that will benefit…
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Owners, Trainers Accuse Parx Racing of Not Properly Maintaining Its Turf Following Death of Several Horses
While the Parx Casino in Bensalem is one of the wealthiest casinos in the world, some horse owners and trainers are claiming its turf horse racing track is dangerously unmaintained, write Jesse Bunch and Dylan Purcell for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The accusations follow two recent prominent horse deaths. On August 24, a top-earning gelding named…
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Bensalem-based Synergetic Among 25 Fastest-growing Companies in Greater Philadelphia
Bensalem-based Synergetic ranked among the 25 fastest-growing companies in Greater Philadelphia based on average two-year revenue growth, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia Business Journal. To qualify for the list, the companies needed to have a minimum revenue of $750,000 in 2021 – the first year of consideration – and an increase in revenue each…
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Bucks County Woman Swaps Her Beaded Necklace with Phillies Player
April Bremme traded her beaded necklace with Philadelphia Phillies player José Alvarado during the team’s 12-1 win Saturday night at Citizens Bank Park over the St. Louis Cardinals, writes Tom Dougherty for CBS News Philadelphia. Bremme came to the game prepared. She brought a sign that read, “Alvarado, your beads look good on you but mine…
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If Exotic Meats Are Your Thing, Head to Wild Fork in Bensalem
Wild Fork, a national retailer that offers a large variety of meats, made its Bucks County debut last week with its new Bensalem location, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. The store has taken over the former Bar Louie space in the Marketplace at the Neshaminy shopping center. The small-format market focused…
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