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Bucks County Community College, Philadelphia Organization Announce New Partnership
Officials of Bucks County Community College and the Philadelphia Building & Construction Trades Council have announced the launch of the “Bucks County Community College Building & Construction Trades Pre-Apprenticeship Program”, which is believed to be the first of its kind in Pennsylvania. The 11-week course offers Bucks students the opportunity to study many skilled Building Trades disciplines. Skilled building and construction workers are…
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Construction Crews to Install Rumble Strips on Bucks County Roads in $7.5M Project
Several roads in the Bucks County area are set to see closures as an important addition is made to the side of each of them. Christopher Dornblaser wrote about the closures for the Bucks County Courier Times. Parts of Route 13 in Lower Bucks will be closed by construction crews this week to install more…
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Bucks County Home to Two Classic Restaurants Ideal for Date Night
Many of the nation’s oldest restaurants still in operation can be found in Pennsylvania, with two Bucks County spots revered for their atmosphere. Robin Shreeves wrote about the restaurants for The Keystone. Some of them are perfect for date night, and the best examples of this are King George II Inn in Bristol and Logan…
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Bristol-Based Horticulture Educator ‘Keeps It Green’
As part of its new gardening program in Bucks County, Penn State interviewed a local horticulture specialist in a new podcast. Alexandra McLaughlin wrote about the podcast and its guest for Penn State. “Keeping it Green” is run by Penn State Extension, which oversees an important gardening program offered through Penn State University. The podcast is…
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Want to Learn the Basics of Making a Great Cocktail? This Bristol Distillery Has You Covered
For those looking for a fun and educational event to take their special someone to, a Bucks County distillery is offering a useful course. Dad’s Hat Rye, which has a tasting room at 131 Mill Street in Bristol, is offering a Cocktail Class on Feb. 19. For those who want to wow their friends, family,…
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Bristol Food Truck Achieves TikTok Fame Thanks to Over-the-Top Dishes
A Bucks County food truck had recently found internet fame due to their unique dishes and the incredible chef behind them. Jessica Yakubovsky wrote about the food truck for PHL 17. If you are in the market for a new lunch spot, there is a food truck in Bucks County that has managed to win…
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This Bucks County Middle School Will Be Reopening After a $54 Million Renovation, Expansion Project
After a healthy amount of funds went into a renovation project, a middle school in Bucks County is scheduled to reopen very soon. Benjamin Franklin Middle School, a part of the Bristol Township School District, has announced their reopening to take place on March 6. This comes after a renovation and expansion project that cost…
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Major University Utilizes Bristol Property for Their Popular Gardening Program
A popular university is using a gardening center in Bucks County as a major part of their outdoor and agricultural program. The Penn State Master Gardeners of Bucks County has been using a property in Bristol as part of their expanding gardening education program. Beginning during the pandemic, the university’s program started using Adams Hollow…
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Bucks County Elementary School Receives $10,000 Grant for Art Classes, Experiences for Young Students
A nonprofit run by a Bucks County theater has awarded a local school with a large grant, which will be used to support an important art program. BRT Education, a nonprofit affiliated with the Bristol Riverside Theater, has announced a $10,000 grant that will go to a local school to support their art program. “We’re…
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Several New Establishments Coming to Long-Empty Land on Veterans Highway in Bristol Township
A town in Bucks County is set to have a few new businesses built in the local area, with an empty space being put to good use. Damon C. Williams wrote about the developments for the Bucks County Courier Times. Bristol Township is about to get a new hotel, storage facility, and a Starbucks. Developer…
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Bucks County Community College Receives Donation from Major Company, Uses Funds for Job Opportunities
Bucks County Community College recently received a major donation from a nearby company, which will be used to benefit the community. The Estée Lauder Companies recently donated $200,000 to Bucks County Community College, a public community college located nearby ELC’s long-held manufacturing and distribution operations in Bristol. This donation, which marks the largest single corporate investment…
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Bristol Electronics Manufacturer Secures Location Through Purchase of Local Business Complex
A Bucks County company has recently made their home in the area by finalizing the purchase of a well-known business building. Paul Schwedelson wrote about the transaction for the Philadelphia Business Journal. TESCO, an electronics manufacturer based in Bucks County, recently acquired a large portion of the Grundy Commons, a major business complex in Bristol,…
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Bristol Politician Takes Oath as State Representative, Will Focus on Local Economics, Job Opportunities
One of Bucks County’s most well-known politicians was recent sworn in to a new position with the Pennsylvania government. Staff writers for the Lower Bucks Times wrote about the recent ceremony. Representative Tina Davis of Bristol took her oath of office to continue representing 141st Legislative District, which comprises Bristol Township and Bristol Borough. The…
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This Bucks County Distillery’s Rye Ranks Among Top 10 New Whiskeys to Try This Year
A creation of one of Bucks County’s most popular distilleries has ranked among the top new whiskeys to try this new year. Christopher Osburn wrote about the drink for Men’s Journal. Dad’s Hat Pennsylvania Rye, located at 925 Canal Street, Building #4, in Bristol, recently made the list for the Top 10 whiskeys to try…
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Legendary Sports Broadcaster, Bristol Native Visits Neshaminy Mall to Discuss His Recent Book
A Bucks County native and sports broadcasting legend came back to his home area to discuss his new book, with his dog as the main character. Joe Mason wrote about the new book for the Northeast Times. Mike Missanelli, known for his work with The Philadelphia Inquirer, ESPN and NBC Sports Philadelphia, recently published a…
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Penn Community Bank, Bucks County Community College Partner to Support Local Workforce Development
Penn Community Bank is investing in local workforce development with $140,000 donation to support Bucks County Community College’s (BCCC) new, state-of-the-art Center for Advanced Technologies building and programs. The center is located at BCCC’s Gene & Marlene Epstein Campus at Lower Bucks in Bristol, Pa. The bank’s contribution will support scholarships and workforce development programs…
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Bristol-Based Philanthropist Donates $100 Bills to Around 500 People in Recent Food Line
A well-known Bucks County philanthropist recently offered a unique helping hand to those struggling this holiday season. Staff writers and photographers covered the event for the Bucks County Courier Times. A community member dressed up as Santa Claus had an extra holiday surprise for people who had come to pick up fresh produce from the…
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After Two Decades of Serving Latino Community in Bristol, Family-Operated Supermarket Finds New Owners
A popular supermarket in the Bucks County area has recently changed hands, but the new owners don’t want to change very much about it. Damon C. Williams wrote about the business for the Bucks County Courier Times. The family-operated Selecto Supermarkets, which has been serving the largely Latino community in Bristol Borough for two decades,…
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