Bucks County
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These are Bucks County’s Top Wrestlers in the Past Decade
The list of the best wrestlers in the Bucks County area is out, and several newcomers made the cut, writes Drew Markol for the Bucks County Courier Times. Quakertown’s Collin Gaj tops the list as the best in the county. Gaj won a PIAA Class 3A title as a sophomore in a spectacular season where…
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Here’s Where Bucks County Residents Can Donate Blood Amid National Shortage
With blood donations down to emergency levels nationwide, American Red Cross officials are asking Bucks County residents to give blood or platelets to help address the shortage, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Severe winter weather has caused hundreds of blood drives to be canceled across the country, potentially leaving some hospitals in short supply…
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Reporting Platform Launched by Bucks County Coalition to Address LGBTQ and Diversity Policies in Schools
A coalition group is giving Bucks County students, parents, and educators the platform to report incidents or policy changes on LGBTQ issues, diversity initiatives, and book bans, writes Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Formed in 2022, Pennsylvanians for Welcoming and Inclusive Schools (PA WInS) is made up of advocacy groups such as the…
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Fred Beans Automative Group Awards $500K Total to 16 Organizations in and Around Bucks County: See Which Ones Made the List
Sixteen community organizations in and around Bucks County will see a generous grant of $500,000 total from Fred Beans Automotive Group, according to TAPinto Doylestown. Among the recipients were organizations that provide scholarships and educational services. Grants worth $50,000 were awarded to the Mercer Museum in Doylestown, the Heritage Conservancy, the Hepatitis B…
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Bucks County Family Rallies for Father Battling ALS with Fundraiser in Lansdale
A Bucks County family is seeking community support to help father and husband, Jay Smith in his decade-long battle against Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), writes Peg Quann in the Bucks County Courier Times. Jay and his wife Melissa are from Bucks County but relocated to Austin after completing college. It was there that Jay…
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Here’s Where to Find the Best Pies in Bucks County
With National Pie Day – January 23 – just behind us, now is the perfect time to try a slice of one of the best pies in Bucks County, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Tabora Farm in Chalfont offers a rotating selection of fresh-baked pies, including apple-raspberry, pecan, blueberry, and cherry,…
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Bucks County Community College to Honor Three Individuals for Building on Dr. King’s Dream
Bucks County Community College, which has been making the dream of higher education a reality for nearly 60 years, will honor three individuals with the third annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Leadership Awards on Friday, January 26. Tom Jennings, chair of the College’s Board of Trustees, and Associate Vice President Kevin L. Antoine, J.D.,…
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Bucks County Tourism Grant Program Chooses Friends of Washington Crossing as Its Annual Stand-Out
In its latest round of grant allocations, the Bucks County Tourism Grant Program has chosen Friends of Washington Crossing as its annual stand-out, writes Greg Vellner for The Reporter. The non-profit organization at Washington Crossing Historic Park on River Road received the Charles H. Martin grant, which recognizes one recipient each year by name. This…
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Bucks County Welcomes Girl Scout Cookies Season with New Flavors and Familiar Favorites
Girl Scout cookies season is upon us, and despite the inclement weather, troops across Bucks County are setting up shop outside of various grocery stores and restaurants to sell our favorite treats, writes Peg Quann for the Bucks County Courier Times. Michele Thompson, the Bensalem Service Manager for the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania…
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SEPTA’s Bus System Redesign to Transform Lower Bucks County Transit
Lower Bucks County will see significant changes in its transportation due to SEPTA’s latest bus system redesign project, writes Dino Ciliberti for The Patch. The SEPTA Bus Revolution Project will provide more consistent and frequent service on all routes. It will oversee the creation of Route 87, which connects to important locations including…
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SCORE Bucks County Offers Wide Variety of February Biz Workshops
In an ongoing effort to keep the small business community informed, SCORE Bucks County will offer numerous educational workshops for entrepreneurs and business owners in February. The online webinars feature a wide range of insightful topics for every stage of the entrepreneur’s business journey, from purchasing or financing commercial real estate, franchise basics, creating a…
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Bucks County Collector Snaps Up World’s Priciest Irish Whiskey
Mike Daley, a Bucks County multi-millionaire and prolific whiskey collector, recently bought a 30-year-old Irish whiskey for a record-breaking $2.8 million, writes Fionnula Boyle for the Irish Star. The very rare bottle of The Emerald Isle and all the luxury items that accompany it is the most expensive ever sold, beating the previous record by…
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Bucks County Opportunity Council’s Pathways to Housing Program Supports Women and Children with Essential Housing Needs
The Bucks County Opportunity Council and the Bucks County Children and Youth Social Services Agency are collaborating to support women with children who are transitioning into temporary housing, according to TapIntoDoylestown. This initiative, part of the Pathways to Housing Program, focuses on assisting these women as they search for permanent homes. To facilitate this transition,…
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Here’s How Bucks County Residents Can Safeguard Pets and Property from Coyotes
Bucks County residents are on the lookout for wild coyotes, writes Greg Vellner for The Reporter. The Pennsylvania Game Commission has warned residents to watch their pets and gardens. Game Commission official Dustin Stoner said that coyotes can be seen wandering during the daytime and evening looking for prey. However, there are ways…
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Bucks County Community College Offers Free Career Training Through Bucks County Aim and Attain Program for Near Completers
Thanks to a grant awarded to the Bucks County Department of Workforce and Economic Development (WED), Pennsylvania residents who were previously enrolled in a degree or certificate program and were unable to complete it may be eligible for the Aim & Attain: Near Completer Grant at Bucks County Community College. Provided all eligibility criteria are met, students…
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Four Bucks County Girls Basketball Stars Nominated for McDonald’s All-American Games
Four girls basketball players from Bucks County have been nominated for the 2024 McDonald’s All-American Games, a prestigious showcase game that features the country’s top high school seniors, writes Melissa Hanejko for the Bucks County Courier Times. The game will take place on April 2 at the Toyota Center in Houston. The McDonald’s All-American Games…
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Newtown Native Holdyn Barder’s ‘Go Birds’ is the New Anthem Fueling Eagles Fandom
Holdyn Barder, a country singer from Bucks County, is stirring the spirit of football fans with his new release, “Go Birds (Acoustic),” writes Beatrice Forman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The song celebrates the Philadelphia Eagles, taking a playful jab at their long-time rivals, the Dallas Cowboys. The acoustic track, now streaming on all major…
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Bucks County Residents May Have Unclaimed Funds Waiting, Says County Controller
Bucks County Controller Pamela Van Blunk is urging residents and local organizations to explore a unique opportunity: retrieving unclaimed funds, according to TAPIntoDoylestown. The controller’s office has established an Unclaimed Funds Program to assist individuals and entities in claiming funds that have remained uncollected, often due to postal issues like undeliverable checks or expired forwarding…
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