Bucks County
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Top Defensive Linemen to Watch in Bucks County for 2024 High School Football
As high school football season kicks off on August 23, the spotlight is on the top defensive linemen in Bucks County, who are expected to dominate the trenches and stifle opposing offense, writes Drew Markol for the Bucks County Courier Times. Sincer Fairey from Conwell-Egan stands out as a first-team Philadelphia Catholic League Blue…
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Bucks County Urges Residents to Donate Blood Amid National Shortage
Bucks County residents are encouraged to donate blood amid a national shortage, writes Jessica Yakubovsky for PHL 17. The national supply dropped by over 25 percent since July 1. Dr. Eric Gehrie, Executive Physician Director for the Red Cross, highlighted the urgent need for Type O blood, crucial for emergency treatments. “Type O…
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Foundations Community Partnership Opens Fall Grant Cycle to Nonprofits Serving Bucks County
Foundations Community Partnership (FCP) is now accepting applications for its Bucks Innovation & Improvement (BIIG) and Capital Improvement (CAP) fall grant cycles. Eligible nonprofits can submit a Letter of Inquiry by Oct. 1, 2024, through FCP’s web site for the fall grant cycle. “Nonprofits are an essential component in delivering essential services to the most…
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TruGolf Eyes Bucks County for Potential Locations Amid Regional Expansion
TruGolf Links Franchising, a subsidiary of TruGolf Holdings Inc., has its sights set on Bucks County amid expansion in the greater Philadelphia region and beyond, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company has signed a regional development agreement with entrepreneur Nick Reimondo, giving him the rights to open 40 TruGolf Links…
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Bucks County Takes Top Ten Among Fastest-Growing Counties in Pennsylvania
Bucks County has emerged as a major player in Pennsylvania’s demographic landscape, securing the ninth spot among the fastest-growing counties in the state. According to a recent Stacker analysis based on U.S. Census Bureau data, the county experienced a notable population increase of 21,289 residents from 2010 to 2020. This 3.4 percent population growth places…
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Bucks County–Based Nonprofit Acquires Last Community Health Systems Hospitals in Pennsylvania
Bucks County-based nonprofit WoodBridge Healthcare Inc., led by healthcare veteran Joshua Nemzoff, has agreed to purchase the last three Pennsylvania hospitals from Community Health Systems Inc., writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The $120 million deal encompasses Wilkes-Barre General Hospital and two Scranton facilities: Regional Hospital of Scranton and Moses Taylor Hospital. The…
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Why Bucks County Homeowners Are Celebrating Halloween in July
Bucks County’s Josh Stolarski is one of many homeowners in the region turning summer into a spooky spectacle with oversized lawn ghosts and ghouls, writes JD Mullane for Bucks County Courier Times. Stolarski’s 10-foot skeleton, festively dressed for various holidays, has become a beloved fixture in his neighborhood. “The kids love him,” he says. …
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Here are the Must-Play Golf Courses in Bucks County
These golf courses in Bucks County are considered some of the best, writes Drew Markol for the Bucks County Courier Times. Hole No. 1 at Northampton Valley Country Club in Richboro (par 4,328 yards) is wide open allowing players to take a proper rip without fear of losing a ball on the first tee –…
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SCORE Bucks County Offers Numerous Business Webinars in August
In an ongoing effort to keep the small business community informed, SCORE Bucks County will offer nearly a dozen Augusts business webinars and educational workshops for entrepreneurs and business owners. The online webinars feature a wide range of insightful topics for every stage of the entrepreneur’s business journey, including bookkeeping for small nonprofits; establishing a…
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Two Keynote Events Introduce ‘Blue Zones Ignite Bucks Area’ to Community
State Senator Steve Santarsiero and Bucks County Health Improvement Partnership joined forces with the Blue Zones organization to host two keynote events to introduce “Blue Zones Ignite Bucks Area,” writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The first event was at the Wharf in Bristol Borough on July 22. Margaret Brown from Blue Zones delivered the…
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Here’s Where Bucks County Ranks in Purchasing Power
Bucks County ranks second in Pennsylvania for purchasing power, just behind Delaware County, according to SmartAsset’s annual “Cost of Living Calculator,” writes Claudia Dimuro for Penn Live. This distinction highlights the county’s strong economic standing and the high value residents get for their money. SmartAsset’s findings are based on median income and income taxes,…
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Bucks County Shines in Philadelphia Magazine’s Best of Philly Awards
Philadelphia Magazine’s Best of Philly awards celebrated their 50th anniversary by recognizing four standout destinations in Bucks County, highlighting the area’s unique attractions. At 140 North Pine Street, Langhorne, Game Gallery offers classic pinball machines and ’80s games alongside modern options, earning the title of “Best Retro Fun.” Enjoy two hours of gaming for $20…
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Bucks County Experts Agree: 1982 Roosevelt Dimes Not Worth $1,000
According to Bucks County experts, the rare 1982 Roosevelt dimes that are the subject of speculation that prices them at $1,000 are not worth remotely that much, writes Adriana Herrera for the Bucks County Courier Times. According to Michael Levin, a coin collector and buyer at Bucks County Rare Coin & Precious Metals in Sellersville,…
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Bucks County Mom Gets Life-Changing Robotic Arm from Widener University
Bucks County mom Victoria Nedza is embracing newfound independence thanks to a custom-built robotic arm designed by an occupational therapy team at Widener University, writes Stephanie Stahl for CBS News Philadelphia. Nedza, who has a rare form of muscular dystrophy, faced significant challenges in her daily life, but the innovative device has made a…
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Philly Region Population Shifts: Where Bucks County Saw the Biggest Gains and Losses
Bucks County is experiencing notable population shifts driven by housing trends, according to the latest U.S. Census Bureau estimates, write Oona Goodin-Smith and John Duchneskie for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Between 2020 and 2023, the southern third of Bucks County lost around 1,500 residents, contributing to a 0.2 percent population decline in the eight-county Philadelphia region.…
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Collaborative IMPACT Fund of Bucks County Awards $75,000 Grant
Local grant makers BLBB Charitable, Bucks County Foundation (BCF), and Foundations Community Partnership (FCP) recently announced the award of a $75,000 grant to Souderton-based Along the Way in support of its Bucks Pathway Project, a comprehensive anti-poverty, workforce development, childcare, and family support program for single mother households. The grant is the result of a…
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New Indoor Pickleball Facilities Set to Open in Newtown and Horsham
The rise of indoor pickleball centers across the Bucks County and Montgomery County region is accelerating in 2024, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Joel Block, a former party center owner, is launching Buxmont Pickleball Club in Horsham. Located on Easton Road, this five-court facility is being built from the ground up, with…
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Program Providing Necessary Repairs to Bucks County Homeowners Open for Applications
Bucks County Home Repair Program, a resource available to qualifying low-moderate income Bucks County homeowners that offers up to $50,000 for home repairs and modifications, is now accepting applications, writes Teresa Emerson for The Philadelphia Sunday. BCHRP aims to bring needed repairs to up to 150 owner-occupied homes. Eligible repairs include roofing, plumbing, electrical systems,…
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