• Bucks County Farmers Navigating Challenging, Unpredictable Season

    Bucks County Farmers Navigating Challenging, Unpredictable Season

    A soggy spring and dry mid-summer was the opening to an unpredictable growing season for Bucks County farmers, writes Elisabeth Seidel for the Bucks County Courier Times.  “Weather has been a big challenge this year,” said farmer Andrew Frankenfield.  Frankenfield is also a teacher at Penn State Extension, a Penn State University program offering education…

  • Nine Bucks County Companies Featured On Inc. 5000 List Of Fastest-Growing Private Firms

    Nine Bucks County Companies Featured On Inc. 5000 List Of Fastest-Growing Private Firms

    Nine Bucks County companies have earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private firms, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Inc. list ranks firms based on their percentage growth from 2021 to 2024, providing a “snapshot of the country’s most resilient and dynamic privately held companies,” according to the…

  • 4th Street Realty, Coleman and Sons Family Limited Partnership, Receive New PIDA Loan to Purchase Quakertown Property

    4th Street Realty, Coleman and Sons Family Limited Partnership, Receive New PIDA Loan to Purchase Quakertown Property

    Rick Siger, Secretary of the Department of Community and Economic Development, recently announced more than $6.3 million in low-interest loans from the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority to boost business growth and create, as well as to help retain, jobs in Bucks, Blair, and Franklin counties. “These approved PIDA loans are giving companies in three counties…

  • 4 Bucks County Towns on List of Most Expensive Pennsylvania Homes

    4 Bucks County Towns on List of Most Expensive Pennsylvania Homes

    Bucks County is home to four towns that rank among the most expensive places for homes in Pennsylvania, according to a new report by Stacker. To compile the list, Stacker used data from Zillow. Places are ranked based on the Zillow Home Values Index for all homes as of January 2025. New Hope is highest…

  • Comfortable Living Becomes a Dream as Bucks County Rents Skyrocket

    Comfortable Living Becomes a Dream as Bucks County Rents Skyrocket

    In Bucks County, renters must earn $34.65 an hour to comfortably afford a two-bedroom apartment, more than double the average renter’s wage of $16.53 an hour, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. The 2025 Out of Reach Report by the National Low Income Housing Coalition uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau,…

  • Check Out These Fun Events Taking Place in Bucks County This Weekend

    Check Out These Fun Events Taking Place in Bucks County This Weekend

    There are so many fun events to enjoy in Bucks County, and several of them are taking place this weekend, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for Visit Bucks County.   80s New Wave Night is Aug. 8 at the Newtown Theatre. The musical group Lovesong will be performing hits by Duran Duran, Depeche Mode, Tears for Fears,…

  • FCP Summer Program Blends Hands-On Experience and Civic Engagement for Local Students

    FCP Summer Program Blends Hands-On Experience and Civic Engagement for Local Students

    Since 2008, Foundations Community Partnership’s Summer Youth Corps (SYC) offers college students the opportunity to participate in a 10-week, paid internship experience at a nonprofit serving Bucks County children, young adults, and families. This summer, 13 students gained practical experience, made a positive impact in the community, and earned college credit through a partnership with…

  • Medicaid Cuts Threaten Bucks County Hospitals, Officials Stay Quiet

    Medicaid Cuts Threaten Bucks County Hospitals, Officials Stay Quiet

    The new federal budget includes spending cuts that will most likely affect Bucks County hospitals, but local hospital executives are not yet disclosing the extent, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. The budget passed this month imposes additional paperwork and verification procedures for Medicaid recipients that will, according to some advocates, remove…

  • Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission Proposes Toll Increase for 2026

    Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission Proposes Toll Increase for 2026

    To offset rising construction costs, protect its strong credit ratings and support new transportation infrastructure investments, the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission has proposed a toll increase set to take effect in 2026, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The proposed rate adjustments would raise the E-ZPass toll for Class 1 passenger vehicles, those…

  • Eating Gluten-Free? These Bucks County Spots Have You Covered

    Eating Gluten-Free? These Bucks County Spots Have You Covered

    Those with a gluten intolerance can find an assortment of restaurants, bakeries and shops in Bucks County that offer tasty gluten-free options, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for Visit Bucks County.   Haasis Gluten Free Bakery in Perkasie offers a variety of items made in a gluten-free and nut-free facility. Customers can enjoy their chocolate chip pound…

  • The Alpha Capricornids Meteor Shower at Its Peak in Bucks County Next Week  

    The Alpha Capricornids Meteor Shower at Its Peak in Bucks County Next Week  

    Those in Bucks County enjoying some stargazing will also have the chance to watch a special meteor shower, writes Jess Rohan and Anthony Robledo for the Bucks County Courier Times.  The Alpha Capricornids shower began on July 7 and is continuing until Aug. 15. According to the American Meteor Society (AMS), this celestial event will…

  • These Bucks County Wedding Venues Feel Straight Out of a Fairytale

    These Bucks County Wedding Venues Feel Straight Out of a Fairytale

    Locals trying to plan a wedding can find a variety of gorgeous venues in the Bucks County area that will make the day even more magical, writes staff for Visit Bucks County.   Andalusia Historic House is a beautiful location with extensive gardens and Greek Revival domestic architecture. The property’s “Big House” is a perfect…

  • Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with Chocolate from One of These Bucks County Stores

    Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with Chocolate from One of These Bucks County Stores

    Chocolate lovers looking to satisfy their cravings can find an array of sweets and treats throughout Bucks County, writes Meghan O’Mara for Visit Bucks County.   The Newtown Chocolatier specializes in the best Belgian chocolates and European-style treats. Their ice cream pops and chocolate seashells are fan favorites.   Pierre’s Chocolates, located in New Hope,…

  • These Unique Bucks County Museums Are Perfect Spots for a Day Trip

    These Unique Bucks County Museums Are Perfect Spots for a Day Trip

    Along with an array of delicious restaurants and places for scenic adventures, Bucks County also offers several fun and unique museums, writes Kai Lincke and JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times.  The VAMPA Vampire & Paranormal Museum in Doylestown is a spooky spot open from 10 AM to 5 PM Thursdays through Sundays.…

  • These Bucks County Pools are the Perfect Place to Cool Down

    These Bucks County Pools are the Perfect Place to Cool Down

    Those looking to cool off this weekend can check out one of Bucks County’s many pools to escape the heat and humidity, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times.  Fanny Chapman Memorial Pool in Doylestown is a great spot that’s open until Sept. 1. Though weekend times vary, the pool is usually open…

  • Foundations Community Partnership Accepts Applications for Semi-Annual Partnership in Youth Services Grant Cycle

    Foundations Community Partnership Accepts Applications for Semi-Annual Partnership in Youth Services Grant Cycle

    Foundations Community Partnership (FCP) is now accepting applications for its Partnership in Youth Services (PYS) fall grant cycle. Eligible nonprofits can apply for up to $5,000 by August 15, 2025. Preference is given to nonprofits applying to FCP for the first time and those that have not applied in the past 5 years. “We are…

  • Fresh Dining Spots and New Wawa Debut in Bucks County

    Fresh Dining Spots and New Wawa Debut in Bucks County

    Bucks County has added several new restaurants to its dining scene in December, with more ready to premier in the coming weeks, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.  Don Héctor, a Peruvian chicken restaurant, and WNB Factory, a fast-casual restaurant chain famous for its wings and burgers, opened this month at the Town Center of…

  • Summer Meal Programs in Bucks County Aim to Help Children in Need

    Summer Meal Programs in Bucks County Aim to Help Children in Need

    Several organizations are offering summer meal programs in Bucks County to ensure children have access to free lunches, helping families struggling with food insecurity, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times.  The Bucks County Opportunity Council (BCOC) is offering approximately 300 meals per week until Aug. 22. These meals are part of the…