Bucks County
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Foundations Community Partnership Board Welcomes 2 New Members
Foundations Community Partnership (FCP), a philanthropic grant-making foundation supporting the behavioral health and human service needs of children, young adults, and families in Bucks County, has announced the appointment of Dr. Tanya Casas and Sally Fabian-Oresic as new board members as of January 1, 2024. Their terms run through 2026. Casas serves as Dean of…
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Bucks County Board of Commissioners Set to Tackle Mental Health and Environmental Challenges
The Bucks County Board of Commissioners celebrated a new beginning on Tuesday, marking the start of their second term with optimism and a renewed commitment to the community, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Chair Diane Ellis-Marseglia emphasized the importance of sustaining and improving mental health and substance abuse treatments. She also stressed the…
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Bucks County Real Estate on the Rise: Discover the Top Towns with the Fastest-Growing Home Prices
Due to a limited housing supply, property prices are skyrocketing nationwide, including in these Bucks County towns, which have the fastest-growing home prices in Pennsylvania, according to a report from Stacker. The report was based on a compilation of towns in Pennsylvania using data from the Zillow Home Values Index for 12 months ending…
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From Bucks County Trainer to Football Trailblazer, Maggie Bermudez Breaks Glass Ceilings
Bucks County personal trainer Maggie Bermudez is breaking glass ceilings as a professional football player, according to The Reporter. As a rookie on the Philadelphia Phantomz Football team, her athletic journey was not an easy one, as she often battled stereotypes against her gender. The team, which Bermudez sees as more of a…
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Sip and Savor at the Best Bucks County Breweries and Taprooms
Bucks County, renowned for its vibrant breweries, is a haven for beer enthusiasts and foodies alike, writes Kristen Kwiatkowski for Eater. From established favorites to exciting new ventures, these breweries are the perfect spots to enjoy a pint and a bite. The Proper Brewing Company in Quakertown stands out with its extensive beer menu, featuring…
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These Bucks County Towns Have the Most Expensive Homes in The Keystone State
Amid rising mortgage rates nationwide, some Bucks County towns have the most expensive homes in the Keystone State, according to Stacker. The list compiled by Stacker used data from Zillow and ranked cities based on the Zillow Home Values Index for November 2023. Churchville and Richboro made the top 20, ranking 17 and 15…
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Valentine’s Day Special: How to be Eligible for a Free Wedding in Bucks County
In the spirit of love, a Bucks County court will be performing a free wedding and vow renewal service for registered couples this Valentine’s Day, writes Damon Williams for the Bucks County Courier Times. For its third annual “Vows and Valentines,” the Bucks County Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans’ Court will provide the…
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Million-Dollar Mansions: The Five Priciest Bucks County Homes Sold in 2023
Some of the priciest homes in Bucks County were listed and sold for millions this year, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. In Solebury township, the 33-acre estate on 6550 Meetinghouse Road, or Finale Farm, sold for $6.5 million. The property includes original structures dating back to the early 1700s, a…
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A Transit Titan Departs: Bucks County’s Pat Deon Ends His SEPTA Journey
Bucks County politician Pat Deon is stepping down as the head of SEPTA’s board, a role he has held since 1999, writes Chris Compendio for the Philly Voice. 65-year-old Deon mostly kept a low profile during his tenure while retaining an influential role in the wider community. Also serving as the Pennsylvania Turnpike…
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How a Judge in the Late 1800s Discovered Bucks County’s Lost Emblem
The original official emblem of the Bucks County government was lost for decades until Harman Yerkes, president judge of county courts, set out to find it, writes Carl LaVO for the Bucks County Courier Times. Yerkes shared the remarkable story of his search with members of the Bucks County Historical Society in mid-July 1895. The…
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Bucks County Faces a Unique Population Decline Over the Next 30 Years
Bucks County’s population is projected to shrink over the next 30 years, amid expected growth in other surrounding counties, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. A report by the Center for Rural Pennsylvania predicts a decrease in population by 7.5 percent, or 49,596 amid an aging population and stagnant birth rates.…
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Foundations Community Partnership Invites ‘New’ Nonprofits to Apply for Partnership in Youth Services Grants
Foundations Community Partnership (FCP) is now accepting applications for its Partnership in Youth Services (PYS) Grant cycle. Eligible nonprofits can apply for up to $4,500 by February 1, 2024. After completing a brief online application, select applicants will be invited to discuss their project with members of FCP’s Board of Directors. “We continue our tradition…
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Bucks County Housing Market to See Increase in Sales in 2024 Amid Falling Interest Rates
Amid falling interest rates, the Bucks County housing market will soon see an increase in home sales, writes Peg Quann for the Bucks County Courier Times. For the first time since August, interest rates fell below 7 percent. According to Stephanie Garomon from the Bucks County Association of Realtors, the housing market is expected…
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SCORE Bucks County Joins Launch of Regional Business Workshops Program
SCORE, the national nonprofit organization committed to providing mentoring and guidance throughout the life of a business, is taking a comprehensive approach to keeping entrepreneurs and small business owners informed. In January, the organization will launch a pilot of “One SCORE,” an initiative that culls business-oriented webinars among 30 local chapters in the Mid-Atlantic region…
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In a Major Boost for Bucks County Arts Local Groups Secure COVID-Era Program Funding
Several arts groups in Bucks County are seeing robust state funding, thanks to the PA Arts and Culture Recover Program, according to NewtownPANow. The program, funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development was created in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Among the recipients are The Artists of Yardley, which will…
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Central Bucks County Receives Over $2.3 Million for Water and Sewer Upgrades
The state has awarded more than $2.3 million in grants to six water and sewer upgrades in Central Bucks County, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The grants were announced by State Senator Steve Santarsiero and State Representatives Tim Brennan and Shelby Labs earlier this week. “These projects will help make critical improvements to our…
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Central Bucks School Board President’s Viral Swearing-In on Banned Books Draws Celebrity Attention
An iconic photo of Central Bucks School Board President Karen Smith has gone viral, catching retweets by Doylestown-native Pink and actor George Takei, writes Kara Yorio for the School Library Journal. The photo depicts Karen Smith swearing on a stack of frequently banned books. Smith says that an incoming board member suggested someone do…
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Delaware River Runners and Lambertville Cannabis Company Team Up for Bucks County Holiday Drive
Delaware River Runners, a women’s running club in Bucks County, is joining forces with Lambertville, New Jersey-based Union Chill Cannabis Company to host a holiday food and clothing drive to provide some joy for the holidays for local families in need, according to The Trentonian. All donations will be distributed to individuals and families in…
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