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Bucks County Christmas Tree Farms Promote the Joy of Cutting Your Own
While 70 percent of Americans will buy plastic trees this holiday season, many Bucks County tree farms are encouraging celebrants to cut down their own, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. Bob Colavita of Colavita Christmas Tree Farm in Lower Makefield emphasizes the unique joy of cutting your own tree. …
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Bucks County Malls, Including Neshaminy and Oxford Valley, Hosting Special Santa Events to Boost Holiday Foot Traffic
Neshaminy Mall is among the Bucks County area shopping centers going above and beyond this year to bring up annual visits during Black Friday, writes James McGinnis for the Bucks County Courier Times. According to Placer.ai, Neshaminy Mall saw a 7.4 percent year-over-year drop in visits. Neshaminy Mall’s assessed property value dropped 42…
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Bucks County Community College and UBCTS Announce First Partnership to Introduce Esthetics Program to Meet Growth of In-Demand Jobs
Bucks County Community College and Upper Bucks County Technical School (UBCTS) have announced their first partnership in the institutions’ history. The two are teaming up to introduce an Esthetics Program for adults, as well as high school seniors interested in pursuing a career in the field of esthetics. “Given the rapidly growing demand by Bucks…
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Two Bucks County Towns Take Top Spots Among Ten Best Historic Downtowns In Pennsylvania
Bucks County is home to two best historic downtowns in Pennsylvania which are guaranteed to charm all who take the time to stop by for a visit, writes Brian Oseko for The Travel. Downtown Doylestown took the top spot among the ten best historic downtowns in the Keystone State. The lovely historic downtown offers an…
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Bucks County Nonprofits Seek Holiday Volunteer Groups for Community Support
As the holidays approach, an ample number of nonprofits in Bucks County need volunteer groups, writes Damon C. Williams for the Bucks County Courier Times. Fairless Hills-based Quilts for Kids turns donated fabric into patchwork quilts for children dealing with serious illnesses, abuse, or survivors of natural disasters. Quilts for Kids is looking…
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Penn Community Bank’s Funding of Startup Bucks Grant Helps Innovators Grow Their Companies
How Bucks County-based startup MentoMind harnesses the power of AI and Startup Bucks grant funding to improve students’ SAT preparedness. Amit Jain is on a mission to change digital SAT prep and the narrative around artificial intelligence (AI), one practice test at a time. Co-founder and CEO of MentoMind, a Bucks County-based startup that is…
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As Giving Tuesday Approaches, Here are Bucks County Nonprofits to Support
Numerous Bucks County nonprofits are gearing up for the holiday season, and there are plenty in the region to support, writes James McGinnis for the Bucks County Courier Times. The Give a Christmas Program is a collaboration between the Bucks County Courier Times, The Intelligencer, and local nonprofits to support needy families. Give A Christmas…
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Discover Bucks County’s Best Spots for Picture-Perfect Holiday Photos
If you are looking for the ideal place to take your holiday photos, there are plenty of iconic spots in Bucks County that could provide a backdrop for you, your family, and friends, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Peddler’s Village in Lahaska is a picture-perfect storybook village with brick paths and…
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Bucks County Among Top 5 with Most Bridges in Pennsylvania
Bridges are exciting and important pieces of infrastructure that bring together otherwise distant places, and all of the Philadelphia collar counties, including Bucks County, have an abundance of bridges, according to a recently released report by Stacker. Montgomery, Chester, Bucks, and Delaware counties are all in the top 25 counties with the most bridges in…
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Local Advocates Spur Love for Delaware River Heritage Trail Through Biking, Hiking
Local advocates hope exploring the Delaware River Heritage Trail will spur love for the Delaware River among hikers and bikers, resulting in a cleaner environment, writes Kyle Bagenstose for the Delaware Currents. The Delaware River Heritage Trail, which passes through Bucks County, has been in the works for over two decades. It is part of…
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Virtual Performance Wins Bucks County-based Male A Capella Group Cordus Mundi American Prize
The Bucks County-based male a cappella group Cordus Mundi has earned esteemed recognition with a 2023 American Prize Finalist Honorable Mention, according to The Trentonian. This accolade, in the Virtual Performance/Community Division, celebrates their virtual rendition of Franz Biebl’s “Ave Maria”. The group’s innovative approach in the video, crafted by Cordus Mundi bass…
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Stephen Kandel, Bucks County-Raised TV Writer of ‘Star Trek’, ‘Hawaii Five-O’ Dies at 96
The Bucks County-raised masterful writer behind quintessential television shows such as ‘Star Trek’, ABC’s ‘Batman’, ‘Hawaii Five-O‘, and ‘Barnaby Jones,’ Stephen Kandel, has passed away from natural causes at 96 years old, writes Mike Barnes for The Hollywood Reporter. In addition to his lengthy resume of TV show-writing credits, Kandel had a stake in screenwriting,…
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64 Public Safety Students to Graduate from Bucks County Community College’s Fire Academy
Forty-eight students will be graduating from the Bucks Basic Fire Academy and 16 students will be graduating from the Advanced Academy on Thursday, November 16, 2023. Graduates of the basic training earn five national certifications that meet the intent of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards 1001 and 472. The basic training took place…
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Lower Bucks Chamber Honors Local Trailblazers With Champions of Commerce Awards
Nine Bucks County trailblazers are recognized by The Lower Bucks County Chamber of Commerce for the 2023 Champions of Commerce Awards, according to The Reporter. The award celebrates the business achievements of individuals and organizations in Lower Bucks that contribute to the uniqueness and economic nourishment of the county. The awards on behalf…
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Bucks County Joyrides Offers One-of-a-Kind Private Jeep Tours of Quaint River Towns and Covered Bridges
If you are looking for a unique outing through upper Bucks County, take one of the one-of-a-kind private Jeep tours offered by Bucks County Joyrides, writes Emily Scalzo for Visit Bucks County. The premier tours take passengers on an exciting ride through covered bridges and historical sites as you drive through quaint river towns. The…
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Bucks County’s Fall Foliage Tours Are the Top Autumnal Activity in Pennsylvania
Bucks County’s fall foliage tours are one of the most picturesque activities to embark on in Pennsylvania, according to Visit Bucks County. The sprawling countryside offers many ways to fully enjoy the colorful foliage of vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows. You can embark on a self-guided Bucks County Covered Bridge Driving Tour that will take…
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Bucks County Community College’s Growth in Enrollment Amid National Boost in Undergraduate Students
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, undergraduate enrollment has spiked significantly, and schools like Bucks County Community College‘s growth are to thank for the boost, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The school saw a 10.3 percent jump in undergraduate certificate students, mirroring the nearly 10 percent boost nationally, according to the…
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Four Businesses Receive $40,000 in Grants from Bucks Built Startup Fund
The Bucks Built Startup Fund, funded by Penn Community Bank and administered by Startup Bucks in partnership with the Bucks County Industrial Development Authority, has awarded $40,000 in grants to four promising businesses this Fall. The four businesses that received $10,000 each in Grants from the Penn Community Bank span various industries and have founders…
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