• Paramount Realty and Edgewood Properties to Transform Neshaminy Mall 

    Paramount Realty and Edgewood Properties to Transform Neshaminy Mall 

    The new owners of Neshaminy Mall, Paramount Realty, and Edgewood Properties, have announced plans to redevelop the site, aiming to breathe new life into the half-vacant property, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal.   Acquired for $27.5 million from Brookfield Properties, the mall’s transformation will see approximately half of its 1.1 million square…

  • J.G. Petrucci Co. Breaks Ground on Massive 320,250 Sq Ft Warehouse in Bensalem

    J.G. Petrucci Co. Breaks Ground on Massive 320,250 Sq Ft Warehouse in Bensalem

    Asbury, New Jersey-based J.G. Petrucci Co. in collaboration with Boston-based Cabot Properties, has begun constructing a 320,250-square-foot warehouse in Bensalem, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal.   Located at 4626 Somerton Road off Route 1, this new warehouse aims to attract single-tenant occupancy.   This development follows J.G. Petrucci’s recent $8.6 million acquisition…

  • Mysterious ‘Bigfoot Sighting’ in Bensalem Sparks Curiosity

    Mysterious ‘Bigfoot Sighting’ in Bensalem Sparks Curiosity

    An unexpected sighting of an 8-foot tall Bigfoot figure has turned heads and sparked amusement among Bensalem residents, writes Jo Ciavaglia for the Bucks County Courier Times.   Unlike the town’s former mascot, Ben the Turkey, this mysterious creature seems to be here to stay.  The shadowy silhouette, resembling the legendary Bigfoot, appeared recently on…

  • Conwell-Egan’s Julia Horger Secures Gold at Wrestling Nationals

    Conwell-Egan’s Julia Horger Secures Gold at Wrestling Nationals

    Conwell-Egan’s rising junior, Julia Horger, emerged as the top local girls’ finisher at the prestigious U.S. Marine Corps Junior and 16-and-under Wrestling Nationals, securing a gold medal, writes Drew Markol for the Bucks County Courier Times.   Horger, who maintained an undefeated 22-0 record last season and won a PIAA title at 106 pounds, triumphed…

  • Bensalem-based Rita’s Italian Ice Introduces NERDS Grape Flavor in Partnership with NERDS Candy

    Bensalem-based Rita’s Italian Ice Introduces NERDS Grape Flavor in Partnership with NERDS Candy

    Bensalem-based Rita’s Italian Ice has revealed its latest summer flavor in partnership with the iconic NERDS Candy, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia.   For a limited time, patrons can now enjoy the new NERDS grape-flavored ice. Customers can also add baby NERDS pieces as a topping, a first in the quick-service restaurant industry.  In…

  • This Spring Was Best Season Ever for Bucks County Athletes in PIAA Playoffs

    This Spring Was Best Season Ever for Bucks County Athletes in PIAA Playoffs

    This spring represented the best season ever for Bucks County athletes in the PIAA playoffs, writes Melissa Hanejko for the Bucks County Courier Times. Nine teams made it to the PIAA state semifinals, while seven played for the state title in softball, baseball, and lacrosse. During the playoffs, many local players got a chance to…

  • Behind the Scenes at Redhouse Bagels in Bensalem

    Behind the Scenes at Redhouse Bagels in Bensalem

    Bob Kelly of FOX 29’s Kelly Drives went behind the scenes at Redhouse Bagels in Bensalem to see how they make their delicious bagels. The process of creating the tasty breakfast – and sometimes lunch and dinner – food starts with a big mixture. “We have a plain mix going in right now,” said Richard…

  • TD Bank’s Bensalem Location Among 20 Branches Closing in 2024

    TD Bank’s Bensalem Location Among 20 Branches Closing in 2024

    TD Bank plans to close 20 more branches, including one in Bucks County, as part of a broader strategy to build the “bank of the future,” writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal.  The closures, filed with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, bring TD’s total closures this year to 53, following…

  • Greenwood Racing Acquires Inn at Fox Chase, Halts Parx Casino Hotel Plans

    Greenwood Racing Acquires Inn at Fox Chase, Halts Parx Casino Hotel Plans

    Parx Casino owner Greenwood Racing Inc. is putting its plans to construct a 13-story hotel on hold, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal.   The company instead will acquire the 167-room Inn at Fox Chase. The hotel, located next to the Parx Casino parking lot in Bensalem, was purchased from Innovative Hospitality Management…

  • Paranormal Cirque Returns its Spine-Chilling Shows to Neshaminy Mall 

    Paranormal Cirque Returns its Spine-Chilling Shows to Neshaminy Mall 

    The Paranormal Cirque, a sensory-intensive show rated for mature audiences, is making a comeback in Bucks County this month, writes Damon C. Williams for the Bucks County Courier Times.   This provocative spectacle will run for four days at the Neshaminy Mall in Bensalem, promising an unforgettable experience for fans of the eerie and seductive. …

  • New Beginnings for Neshaminy Mall: Paramount Realty Set to Revitalize Bensalem Landmark

    New Beginnings for Neshaminy Mall: Paramount Realty Set to Revitalize Bensalem Landmark

    Neshaminy Mall, one of Bucks County’s largest and oldest shopping centers, has a new owner. Paramount Realty will finalize the purchase within the next 30 days, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times.   No specific plans have been disclosed by Paramount Realty regarding the 1-million square foot property located at the crossroads…

  • Bensalem Township Consolidates Six Volunteer Fire Companies into One Unified Department 

    Bensalem Township Consolidates Six Volunteer Fire Companies into One Unified Department 

    After two years of planning, Bensalem Township has consolidated six independent volunteer fire companies into a single entity: the Bensalem Volunteer Fire Department (BVFD), writes Leland Pinder for 6 ABC Philadelphia.   This move brings together Trevose, Cornwells, Eddington, Union, Newport, and Nottingham fire stations under one unified leadership.  The new BVFD administration, including newly…

  • Family Celebrates Late Daughter’s Would-Be Graduation at Bensalem High School

    Family Celebrates Late Daughter’s Would-Be Graduation at Bensalem High School

    Bensalem High School’s senior class held a heartfelt celebration to honor a late classmate they didn’t get to know, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6 ABC.   The Pasquarella family lost their daughter, Sophia, to leukemia when she was just 8 years old. To commemorate the milestone Sophia would have achieved this year, they hosted a…

  • New Clue Suggests Amazon Fresh in Bensalem May Finally Open

    New Clue Suggests Amazon Fresh in Bensalem May Finally Open

    The biggest mystery in Bensalem—when will the Amazon Fresh store open—may be closer to being solved, writes Jo Ciavaglia for the Bucks County Courier Times.  A recent social media post revealed a Pennsylvania Liquor License application notice in the window of the still-closed store in the Brookwood Shopping Center.   The notice, posted on May…

  • Bensalem CEO Edward DeAngelis Gives Insights on Philly’s Construction Boom

    Bensalem CEO Edward DeAngelis Gives Insights on Philly’s Construction Boom

    Philadelphia’s construction industry has evolved significantly over the past 25 years, with Edward DeAngelis at the forefront of this transformation, writes Todd Romero for the Philadelphia Business Journal.   As the founder and CEO of Bensalem-based EDA Contractors, DeAngelis has witnessed substantial changes since starting the company in 1999.  One notable shift has been the…

  • Trump Store in Bucks County Sees Sales Surge After Conviction

    Trump Store in Bucks County Sees Sales Surge After Conviction

    Following the recent conviction of former President Donald Trump on 34 felony charges, The Trump Store in Bensalem is experiencing a surge in sales, writes Aliya Schneider for The Philadelphia Inquirer.   Co-owner Mike Domanico quickly stocked 50 “Free Trump” T-shirts, anticipating a rush of customers.    By 3 PM Friday, only four shirts remained.  Domanico and…

  • Andalusia in Bensalem Is Oasis of Gardens, Gilded Age Glamour

    Andalusia in Bensalem Is Oasis of Gardens, Gilded Age Glamour

    Andalusia in Bensalem, a grand house that glitters with Gilded Age glamour with even grander gardens, recently opened for the season, writes Melissa Jacobs for the Main Line Tonight. The ancestral home of the Biddles, one of Philadelphia’s first families, was built in 1797 for John and Margaret Craig. The estate was named after the…

  • Imagination Land Playground in Bensalem to Get Major Accessibility Upgrades

    Imagination Land Playground in Bensalem to Get Major Accessibility Upgrades

    In a recent council meeting, Bensalem Township officials unveiled plans to modernize Imagination Land and Inclusive Playground, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch.   The proposed project, estimated at $530,000, will seek a grant of up to $250,000, requiring the township to match funds dollar-for-dollar.  The popular playground, known for its heavy use, will be…