Bucks County
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National Spotlight is on Local Elections As Bucks County Democrats Retain Their Commissioner Seats
Democrats are sustaining control in the Philadelphia suburbs, and incumbents Bob Harvie and Diane Ellis-Marseglia kept their spots as Bucks County commissioners following Tuesday’s elections, write Jesse Bunch and Jason Nark for The Philadelphia Inquirer. This pivotal race was watched on a national level, as Bucks County, along with the other Philadelphia collar counties are…
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Tara Tamburello Named 2023 Bucks County Poet Laureate
Tara Tamburello of Langhorne has been named the 2023 Bucks County Poet Laureate, officials at Bucks County Community College announced. Tamburello, a published poet who works in marketing, rose to the top 60 entries in the 47th annual contest, said Dr. Ethel Rackin, director of the poet laureate program administered by the College. This year’s…
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Bucks County Icons Among ‘The Most Influential Philadelphians’ Listed by Philly Magazine
To celebrate the region’s influence and innovation, Philly Magazine highlighted a few people from or related to Bucks County among ‘The 150 Most Influential Philadelphians’. Filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan, renowned for his supernatural plots and unexpected twists, ranked No. 69 for his resilience and adaptation in the film industry. Following an impressive run of big-budget…
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These Two Bucks County Towns Are Among The Most Beautiful in Pennsylvania To Visit This Winter
Two Bucks County towns found their spot among the ten most beautiful snow-covered small towns in Pennsylvania to visit this winter, writes Lauralyn Brown for The Travel. Doylestown ranked in sixth place. One of the state’s most beautiful towns is practically a winter wonderland when covered in snow. It is known for holding many fall…
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Bucks County Phillies Fans Find Solace in Sport During Health Crisis
While many are mourning the loss of their team in Game 7 of the National Championship Series, two Bucks County Phillies fans are beyond grateful, writes Alex Coffey for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Michael Schaeffer’s 12-year-old stepson Maverick Bower has suffered over 200 seizures since April, but they found comfort in the warm glow of…
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Learn ‘Teachings from the Turtle Clan’ from a Lenape Chief on November 8 at Bucks County Community College
To commemorate Native American Heritage Month, Bucks County Community College invites the public to “Teachings from the Turtle Clan” at 12:30 PM Wednesday, November 8, on the Newtown Campus and online. Chief Chuck Gentlemoon DeMund will lead a discussion of the history, current issues, and cultural practices of the descendants of the original inhabitants of…
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Here’s Where to Find the Most Expensive Bucks County Homes
Pennsylvania houses don’t come without a price tag, and according to Stacker, there are quite a few towns to find the most expensive Bucks County homes. The list used data from Zillow and ranked Pennsylvania cities by the Zillow Home Values Index. Langhorne holds the 29th position, featuring homes averaging $525,701. Not far ahead, Ivyland…
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Longtime Bucks County Resident & Diversity Champion LeRoy Bostic Jr. Remembered
Longtime Bucks County resident Leroy Bostic Jr., an organizational expert and diversity and inclusion advocate, died on August 17 aged 78, writes Michelle Myers for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Bostic, who was born in Trenton, New Jersey, was adopted by a Philadelphia couple in the 1940s. His parents were pioneers in education who often helped Black…
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Bucks County Distilleries Shine as Top Spots in Region for Unique Spirits
Two Bucks County distilleries have found their way onto the list of the fourteen most interesting spots in the Philadelphia region for rye, bourbon, rum, vodka, and more, writes Nick Vadala for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Hewn Spirits in Lahaska focuses on locally grown grains, hand-crafted spirits, and reclaimed wood. The distillery has been up and…
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Pretzel Bagel with a Side of Pork Roll: Check Out These Iconic Bucks County Breakfast Restaurants
Bucks County breakfast restaurants come with an unmistakable Pennsylvania charm, blending timeless local appeal with a Philly-style twist on culinary classics. Pretzel Factory-Langhorne offers fresh renditions of the region’s favorite savory baked good in the form of a bagel, writes Heather McGurrin for Visit Bucks County. The pretzel bagel breakfast sandwich can be topped with…
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Bucks County Commissioner Race Could Have Implications for Next Presidential Election
The Bucks County commissioner race is the most competitive in Philadelphia’s collar counties and could indicate how the state – and maybe even the nation – will vote in 2024, writes Jesse Bunch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Contests that happen in an off-year usually do not garner too much attention, but the Bucks County race…
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Turn Leftover Treats into Cheers and Charity at These Bucks County Candy Collection Sites
As piles of extra and unwanted treats haunt the houses of parents, Bucks County candy collection sites can lift the curse. Langhorne real estate agent Kim Rock will be collecting leftover treats between Nov 1 and 8 at Newtown Brewing Co. to donate to airmen overseas, writes Peg Quann for Bucks County Courier Times. …
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SCORE Mentor Helps Jeweler Transition from Online to Retail Shop
When Sarah Cornwell’s husband – who holds a Master of Business Administration degree – said her long-time jewelry business was on the verge of closing, she knew she needed help. Cornwell, who has been making and selling handcrafted and eclectic jewelry for 20 years, opened her first retail space, Sarah Cornwell Jewelry, in Doylestown recently.…
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Ghostly Getaways: Exploring the Most Haunted Sites in Bucks County
As Halloween approaches, haunted sites in Bucks County are harrowing enough to frighten visitors all year long. Bensalem’s Growden Mansion is believed to be the site of Benjamin Franklin’s famous kite experiment, writes Dino Ciliberti for The Patch. Accounts of phantom figures and time bending battle sounds of the Revolutionary War are enough to…
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Hop on Over to These New and Upcoming Bucks County Taprooms
Breweries are fermenting around southeastern Pennsylvania, and some Bucks County taprooms are making their debut, writes Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Bristol’s Broad Street Brewing distributes its brew to local bars but now has its brick-and-mortar location. On tap is the popular Hey Yo! Hazy IPA among a variety of other “highly drinkable,” beers…
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Two Attractions in Langhorne, Upper Black Eddy Among Ten Most Unique Places To Visit in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has many famous attractions and activities for travelers, but some suburban gems in Langhorne and Upper Black Eddy are unique and well worth the visit, writes George Joseph for The Travel. The Travel has compiled a list of the top ten such unique places to visit in the state, and two Bucks County spots…
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Foundations Community Partnership Awards Grants Serving More than 11,500 Bucks County Residents
Foundations Community Partnership (PCP) recently awarded its fall Partnership in Youth Grants to 13 non-profit organizations serving children, young adults, and families in Bucks County. Collectively, these organizations will help address the behavioral health and human service needs of 11,580 Bucks County residents. “These nonprofits provide essential services for their clients during a time of…
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Rite Aid Closing Several Bucks County Locations As Part of Its Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Rite Aid is closing 154 stores as part of its Chapter 11 bankruptcy, including three in Bucks County, writes Alex Bitter for the Business Insider. The drugstore chain, which currently has around 2,100 stores, provided a list of the underperforming locations in a court filing earlier this week. The company was expected to close up…
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