Bucks County
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Central Bucks School District Administrators Share Details on Elementary School Construction Plans
Central Bucks School District administrators shared additional details about elementary school construction plans and addressed attendee questions during a recent meeting at West, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. Most attendees were from Linden Elementary, which faces potential closure due to declining enrollment. The district’s proposed plans consistently include shutting down Linden.…
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Nonprofits Serving Bucks County Can Apply for Foundation Grant
Foundations Community Partnership (FCP) is now accepting applications for its Bucks Innovation & Improvement (BIIG) and Capital Improvement (CAP) spring grant cycles. Eligible nonprofits can submit a Letter of Inquiry by April 1, 2025, through FCP’s website. “Nonprofits are an essential component in delivering essential services to the most vulnerable people in our communities,”…
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BCCC Expands Workforce Development Through Micro-Internship Opportunities
The School of Business, Innovation, and Legal Studies at Bucks County Community College has announced a new initiative designed to enhance workforce development by connecting students with local businesses through short-term, professional, paid work experiences. In partnership with Parker Dewey, a leading provider of micro-internships, Bucks County Community College (BCCC) is expanding opportunities for its…
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Two Bucks County Businesses Sponsoring Eagles See Big Gains from Super Bowl Run
Two Bucks County Eagles sponsors are reaping the benefits of the Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl run, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Silvi Materials, based in Fairless Hills, and WBE Line Services, based in Newtown, became the Birds’ sponsors during the offseason when the Eagles ventured outside its normal industry stalwarts while prospecting…
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Bucks County’s Top Coffee Shops for Artisanal Drinks and Cozy Vibes – That Aren’t Starbucks
Bucks County is a treasure trove for coffee lovers seeking unique and cozy alternatives to big chains like Starbucks. From Doylestown’s Wheat & Vine to Lahaska’s Amsterdam Coffee Bar, these top local favorites, ranked by stellar Google Ratings, offer exceptional drinks, inviting atmospheres, and standout menus that keep visitors coming back for more. These five…
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TED Talk Icon Dan Pallotta Featured in #FCPresents Series March 19
Foundations Community Partnership (FCP) welcomes Dan Pallotta, a pioneer in the global effort to transform the way our culture evaluates the character and impact of nonprofits, to Bucks County on March 19. Pallotta appears 2 to 6 PM at Bucks County Community College’s Zlock Performing Arts Center in Newtown. The afternoon starts with an exclusive…
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Bucks County Among Fastest Growing Areas in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has recorded a modest population increase in recent years, with most of the growth concentrated in the Southeast, including Bucks County, writes Mike D’Onofrio for Axios. According to recent U.S. census data, the Philadelphia region accounted for over half of the Keystone State’s population growth between 2019 and 2023. Of the nearly 200,000 new…
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Bucks County’s Rebecca Kelly Recognized for Outstanding Contributions to Region with Two Awards
Rebecca Kelly, a Bucks County resident and director of strategic partnerships at Capital Health, was recently honored for her exceptional contributions to the region with two prestigious awards, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The Lower Bucks Chamber of Commerce named Kelly the Community Impact and Outreach Champion, an award that recognizes individuals or businesses…
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Dr. Charles Beem Receives BCCC’s 2024 Lindback Distinguished Teaching Award
Bucks County Community College recently announced that Charles Beem, Ed.D. has been selected as the recipient of the 2024 Lindback Distinguished Teaching Award, which recognizes a faculty member who has demonstrated excellence in teaching and student impact. The award includes a cash stipend. “As a proud graduate of Bucks County Community College, it is truly…
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Here You Grow: Discover Your Career Path at Penn Community Bank
Penn Community Bank is searching for talent to fill several open positions. Headquartered in Bucks County, for 150 years Penn Community Bank has worked to grow the local economy and surrounding communities and has grown to become the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania. Become part of something bigger and join Penn Community Bank’s…
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Pennsylvania’s REAL ID Deadline Approaches: Less Than Four Months Left
The REAL ID deadline is just around the corner for Pennsylvania, writes Tiana Eicher for the Pittsburgh Magazine. Starting on May 7, if you do not have a REAL ID, you will need either a valid U.S. passport or military ID to fly within the country or enter a military base or federal building. The…
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Bucks County Horticultural Students Ready to Wow at Philadelphia Flower Show
Bucks County horticultural students are ready to impress visitors at the 2025 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show with two innovative exhibits inspired by the theme Gardens of Tomorrow, writes Tom Haines for the Bucks County Courier Times. Bucks County Community College’s Floral Design Program will debut at the show with a student-created exhibition that showcases nine…
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Pennsylvania Ranks Among Best States to Raise Family in 2025
Pennsylvania ranked third in the country among the best states to raise a family in 2025, according to a recently released report from ConsumerAffairs, writes Ashley Adams for The Keystone. Vermont ranked in first place, ahead of Maine in second. The report ranked all 50 states and Washington, D.C. based on five key metrics, including…
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Delaware River Watershed Fish Population at Risk if Rainfall Does Not Increase
The protracted drought in the Delaware River watershed is affecting fish and wildlife populations, both positively and negatively, writes Octavia Feliciano for NJ Spotlight News. The Friends of the Upper Delaware River, dedicated to protecting and restoring the Upper Delaware River watershed, has expressed concern over the river’s brown and brook trout populations. “It’s a…
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SCORE’s Green Thumb Aids in Financing, Pricing Plan for ‘Foodscaping’ Business
Mike Bennett discovered the benefits of backyard growing organically. While touring with his band, Apple Juice Jones, Bennett dined on homegrown vegetables cultivated on a California family’s farm. Upon returning to his Chestnut Hill abode, Bennett, of Ambler, began working for Chris Mattingly of Backyard Eats, a Flourtown-based edible garden designer and builder, whose “foodscaping”…
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Foundations Community Partnership Board Awards Grants to Local Nonprofits
During the season of giving, Foundations Community Partnership’s (FCP) Board of Directors awarded $169,550 in grants to 23 non-profit organizations serving Bucks County, including 15 Bucks Innovation and Improvement Grants (BIIG), and eight Capital Improvement Grants. BIIGs recognize innovative programs and ideas to improve the lives of children, young adults, and families, while Capital Improvement…
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SCORE Bucks County to Offer More than a Dozen Free Business Webinars in January
In an ongoing effort to keep the small business community informed, numerous SCORE Bucks County January webinars for entrepreneurs and business owners will be offered in the new year. The online educational webinars feature a wide range of insightful topics for every stage of the entrepreneur and nonprofit organization’s journey, including setting up a new…
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New Central Bucks School Superintendent Steven Yanni Shifts Focus from Culture Wars
Steven Yanni, the new Central Bucks School District superintendent, wants to leave behind culture-war battles, an issue that has attracted national attention over the last several years, writes Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Instead, he wants to focus on education. “Conversations about teaching and learning and student achievement have been missing, not just in Central…
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