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Esthetician Calls SCORE Mentor ‘Prominent Figure’ in Her Business
In middle school, JaHannah Queen Mary Pitchford turned to makeup as a confidence-building tool while enduring school bullying. “I started playing around with makeup and I fell in love with it because it made me feel pretty,” said Pitchford. “I thought, if that’s what makes me happy, why can’t I do that for other women?”…
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Pennsbury School District to Delay High School Start Times in 2025
To improve student well-being, the Pennsbury School District in Bucks County has decided to delay the start time for its high school. Currently beginning the day at 7:20 AM, Pennsbury High School’s early start is earlier than most in the region, according to Fox 29 Philadelphia. Acknowledging the challenge early mornings pose for students, the…
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Pick Your Own Apples at These Bucks County Orchards for Peak Autumnal Fun
Several orchards in Bucks County offer you the chance to partake in peak autumnal fun by picking your own apples, write Hira Qureshi and Nick Vadala for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The apple-picking season starts at the end of August for the majority of Pennsylvania with Ginger Golds and Honeycrisps ready to be picked. It usually…
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Bucks County Named Best Place to Visit for a Fall Foliage
Bucks County has been named the top destination for fall foliage in 2024, according to Priceline’s travel search data, writes Joe Brandt for CBS News Philadelphia. Highlighted by Travel + Leisure magazine, this picturesque county is gaining recognition as a prime spot for leaf peeping, drawing visitors with its stunning autumn colors and charming attractions. …
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Why Bucks County Is the Key to Swinging the 2024 Election Results
Bucks County is poised to play a crucial role in the upcoming elections, with its diverse electorate potentially swinging key races, writes Sean Collins Walsh for The Philadelphia Inquirer. On Monday, Governor Josh Shapiro joined U.S. Senator Bob Casey at Neshaminy Creek Brewing in Croydon to bolster support for Casey’s reelection. Shapiro highlighted…
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Foundations Community Partnership Recognizes 2024 Scholarship Recipients
Foundations Community Partnership (FCP) annually recognizes and celebrates the achievements of Bucks County high school students by naming 2024 Partnership in Education scholars. In collaboration with each of the County’s 19 public high schools, FCP announces the 2024 Partnership in Education Scholarship recipients. School administrators and guidance counselors from every Bucks County public and technical…
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SCORE Bucks County to Offer 10 Free Biz Workshops in September
In an ongoing effort to keep the small business community informed, SCORE Bucks County will offer 10 educational workshops for entrepreneurs and business owners in September. The online webinars feature a wide range of insightful topics for every stage of the entrepreneur’s business journey, including finding retail space for your business; setting up a new…
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Bucks County Residents Reclaim Over $100,000 in Unclaimed Property
The Pennsylvania Treasury returned more than $103,000 worth of unclaimed property to residents of Bucks County, according to a staff report from The Citizens’ Voice. Residents were able to search for their unclaimed property at two events that were held on August 9 in Lower Southampton Township and Warminster Township. The events were hosted by…
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Lizards Invade Bucks County: What Homeowners Need to Know
This summer, Bucks County residents are encountering an unexpected guest: the Italian wall lizard, writes JD Mullane for Bucks County Courier Times. Originally from Italy, these reptiles are now a common sight in Lower Bucks County. The Pennsylvania Game Commission reveals that these lizards were accidentally introduced to Levittown in the late 1970s by…
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Penn Medicine Signs Merger Agreement with Doylestown Health in Major Expansion
The University of Pennsylvania Health System and Doylestown Health have officially signed a definitive merger agreement, bringing the Bucks County health system under the Penn Medicine umbrella, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. This merger, initially outlined in January, is pending federal and state regulatory approvals. Doylestown Health, which includes the 247-bed…
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Top Bucks County Golf Courses for Budget-Conscious Players
For golf enthusiasts looking to enjoy a round without breaking the bank, there are several budget-friendly courses within a two-hour drive of Bucks County that offer quality experiences at reasonable prices, write Laura Bryzyski and Giana Longo for the Philadelphia Magazine. Located in upper Bucks County, The Bucks Club is an 18-hole course with rolling…
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This Bucks County Company is Among the Top 200 Fastest-Growing in the Country
A Bucks County company has earned a spot among the top 200 fastest-growing companies in the United States, according to this year’s Inc. 5000 list, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Tenna, a New Hope-based construction technology platform, ranks 162nd with an extraordinary 2,277 percent growth, leading the charge for the 139…
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Bucks County Emerges as Key Battleground in High-Stakes 2024 Election
Bucks County, Pennsylvania, is once again at the center of national political attention as the 2024 presidential election between Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris approaches, writes Steve Bonel for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. The county is nearly equally split between Republican and Democratic voters. Langhorne resident Hannah Reed, a 30-year-old independent voter who supported…
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Bucks County Restaurants Unite for Cancer Support with Eat, Drink and Be Merry Campaign
Bucks County’s top dining and drinking establishments are rallying together for the second annual “Bucks County Eat, Drink and Be Merry” month, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Running from August 15 to September 15, this initiative sees local businesses agreeing to donate a portion of their proceeds to the Kin Wellness Center, a…
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Legal Matters: The Impact of Kayden’s Law on Custody Cases in Pennsylvania
By: Elizabeth Billies In a significant move to protect the well-being of children, Pennsylvania has passed Kayden’s Law. The bill was signed by Gov. Josh Shapiro on Friday, June 14, 2024, and goes into effect today, August 13. Named in memory of Kayden Mancuso, a seven-year-old girl who tragically lost her life during a court-ordered…
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Spirit Halloween Opens New Locations Across Bucks County for 2024 Season
Spirit Halloween has risen once again like a zombie from the old bones of former superstores nationwide, including several in Bucks County, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. The stores started opening earlier this month, with some already receiving customers and others getting ready to open their doors soon. Several Bucks County…
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Bucks County Short Fiction Contest Announces Call for Entries
Bucks County Community College has issued a call for entries for its short fiction contest for adults who live in Bucks County. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, October 10, 2024, at noon. The top three winners in the contest will receive gift cards of $200, $100, and $50, respectively, and will read from their work…
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Bucks County Seniors Receive Critical Aid from Epstein Foundation Grant
The Bucks County Opportunity Council (BCOC) has secured critical funding from the Gene and Marlene Epstein Foundation to support seniors over 70 facing economic hardships, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch. This grant will provide essential relief for housing, utilities, transportation, food insecurity, and medical expenses. Philanthropist Gene Epstein, who auctioned his 1970 Mercedes…
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