Bucks County
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EPA Introduces Strict PFAS Water Contamination Standards in Bucks County
For nearly a decade, residents of Warrington, Warminster, and Horsham lacked the legal means to challenge polluters over water contamination from PFAS chemicals due to the absence of federal limits, writes Chris Ullery for Bucks County Courier Times. This changed when the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) introduced stringent Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for these harmful…
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Bucks County Community College Awarded $250,000 Grant to Prepare Next Generation of PA Workers
Bucks County Community College’s Center for Workforce Development has been awarded a $250,000 grant through the Pennslyvania Department of Labor & Industry to expand access to its highly successful Building and Construction Trades pre-apprenticeship program. Bucks County Community College will be one of 14 recipients of the state’s $3.3 million Schools-to-Work initiative. The Center for Workforce…
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Funders Unite to Launch Collaborative IMPACT Fund of Bucks County
Local grant makers BLBB Charitable, Bucks County Foundation (BCF), and Foundations Community Partnership (FCP) announce the launch of a new joint funding opportunity. Collaborative IMPACT Fund of Bucks County (IMPACT Bucks), offering eligible nonprofits serving Bucks County the opportunity to apply for a $75,000 grant by May 17, 2024. This grant supports nonprofits that are…
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Bucks is Among the Best Counties to Retire in Pennsylvania
Bucks County has been ranked among the top twenty-five best places to retire in The Keystone State, according to Stacker. Stacker crafted this list based on data from Niche that ranked counties on factors including cost of living, healthcare, weather, and recreation. Bucks County ranked no. 21 on the list based on its…
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Bucks Is One of the Five Best Counties to Raise a Family in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, Bucks County ranks high among the best counties to raise a family, according to a recently released list by Stacker. Choosing where to live is an important decision, but Bucks County has all the factors to guarantee a comfortable community. Stacker used Niche data to compile a list of the best counties to…
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Explore the Best Brunch Spots in Bucks County
In Bucks County, brunch enthusiasts are spoilt for choice with a plethora of dining options that cater to every palate, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Ferry + Main, nestled within the historic Logan Inn in New Hope, is a standout with its innovative twists on brunch classics, including Belgian Waffles and…
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SCORE Helps Lawyer-Turned-Artist Canvass for Repeat Business
Dori Desautel Broudy always loved drawing. Growing up it was one of her favorite hobbies. Through college, she created her family’s annual Christmas card. Yet, Desautel Broudy, of Haverford, never focused on attending art school. The native New Englander knew she wanted to become a lawyer and play soccer in college. “I took quite a…
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Giant’s Feeding School Kids Initiative Fuels $90,000 in Lower Bucks Schools to Combat Food Insecurity
Lower Bucks County schools are set to receive a substantial boost in their efforts to combat student food insecurity, thanks to a generous contribution exceeding $90,000 from The GIANT Company, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. As part of the Feeding School Kids initiative, Giant and its patrons raised over $1.5 million nationwide to support…
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See Which Bucks County Towns Have the Fastest-Growing Home Prices in the Philly Region
Several Bucks County towns made the top thirty towns with the fastest rising home prices in the Philadelphia region, according to a report released by Stacker. Stacker used data from Zillow for the greater Philadelphia region and ranked them by their one-year price change as of February 2024. Churchville ranked 29th on the list with…
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Pickleball Kingdom Eyes Bucks County for Strategic Expansion
Arizona-based Pickleball Kingdom has its sights set on multiple locations in Bucks County over the next few years, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The CEO of the indoor pickleball franchise, Ace Rodrigues, says this move is to meet the “ravenous” hunger for pickleball. The popular sport has swept the nation…
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Breathing New Life: Bucks County Woman Marion Marin Celebrates Lung Transplant
April is “National Donate Life Month”, and 57-year-old Bucks County resident and businesswoman Marion Marin is celebrating a successful lung transplant, reports 6 ABC. Despite leading a healthy lifestyle, running three businesses, and never smoking, Marin faced an unexpected health crisis in 2022 when she began experiencing severe shortness of breath. However, an urgent…
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Bear Season is Back in Bucks County: Tips to Prevent Unwanted Encounters
As the black bear hibernation season ends in Bucks County, the Pennsylvania Game Commission is urging residents to brace for potential bear visits, writes Greg Vellner for The Reporter. With bears soon to be on the move in search of food and new territories, areas like Upper Makefield, Lower Southampton, and Doylestown could see their…
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Where to Find Solar Eclipse Glasses in Bucks County
As Bucks County and the wider region gear up for the spectacular solar eclipse, residents are being reminded of the importance of protecting their eyes with proper solar eclipse glasses, write Damon C. Williams and Eric Lagatta for the Bucks County Courier Times. Bucks County residents can find these essential viewing accessories at local…
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Legal Matters: Opposing an Application to the Zoning Hearing Board
By Eric Wert Many Pennsylvania residents know that their community has a Zoning Hearing Board, but few really understand what the ZHB does or how the zoning process actually works. In fact, those individuals may think that because the only property they own is their home and they aren’t planning to develop a property as part…
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Bucks County Ranks Among the Highest Earning Counties in Pennsylvania
Bucks County has ranked among the top five highest-earning counties in The Keystone State, according to Stacker. Stacker compiled data from the U.S. Census Bureau and ranked the counties based on a 2020 5-year estimate of the median household income. Bucks County ranked as the third highest-earning county in Pennsylvania with a median income of…
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Book Your Easter Feast at These Bucks County Restaurants
Easter weekend is almost here, and Bucks County residents are gearing up for Sunday celebrations, including scrumptious brunch or dinner, writes Michelle Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. An abundance of restaurants across the county are offering Easter brunch, including Dockside Bensalem from 10 AM to 3 PM. The riverfront restaurant will offer…
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WaPo: Bucks County Leads Pennsylvania’s Fight Against Climate Change with Historic Lawsuit Against Oil Giants
Bucks County is taking a stand against climate change, by becoming the first government in Pennsylvania to file a lawsuit against major oil companies, writes Michael Rubinkam for The Washington Post. The 172-page lawsuit claims that the companies, ExxonMobil, Shell, Cheverly, BP, ConocoPhillips, Phillips 66, and the American Petroleum Institute, are responsible for extreme…
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Bucks County Earns Top Spot for Upward Mobility in Pennsylvania
Bucks County was ranked the best county for a chance upward mobility in The Keystone State, according to Stacker. With an economic connectedness score of 1.09, the county makes a median income of $99,302. This was determined through a national analysis, in partnership with the Wealth Enhancement Group which used data from Harvard…
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