Bucks County
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National Nonprofit Updates Bucks County Residents, Politicians on Organic Food Industry
A national nonprofit recently had representatives in Bucks County meet with local leaders to discuss the organic food industry. The Organic Trade Association, headquartered in Washington D.C., recently met with local representatives to discuss their impact on the industry. Namely, the representatives met with Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick, who is originally from the area. “The Organic…
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Yardley Farm Property Continues to Aid the Community After Over 300 Years of Existence
One of the most historic farm properties in Bucks County is still being utilized to this day, helping the community in several ways. Patterson Farm was settled by Quakers in 1683, originally owned by farmer Thomas Janney, who grew several crops on the property. In 1998, Lower Makefield Township paid $7.2 million to purchase the…
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Enjoy Jazz Classics and New Tunes on Bucks County’s Waterfront at the End of the Month
One of the most popular outdoor spots will Bucks County will be hosting a concert on their grounds at the end of the month. The Friends of Washington Crossing Park and the Newtown Theatre are teaming up to present a free outdoor jazz concert on May 27 from 6 – 8 PM. The concert will…
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Bucks County Government Acknowledges Local Corrections Officers for Year-Round Efforts
The Bucks County government recently acknowledged the efforts of law enforcement officials in and around the area. In honor of Corrections Officers and Employees Week, Bucks County officials gathered together with officers from around the county to commend them for the work they do year-round in institutions of law and corrections. Commissioner Robert J. Harvie,…
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Rain, Rain, Go Away: See Where Bucks County Ranks in Precipitation Rates
When it comes to rain, several areas in Pennsylvania are known for staying damp, and Bucks County ranks fairly high on the list. Staff writers at ABC27 wrote about the county’s ranking. Stacker recently used data and weather patterns to determine the 50 counties in the state that has the most precipitation, as well as…
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Several Bucks County School Districts Named ‘Best Communities for Music Education’
A well-known organization is recognizing several school districts in Bucks County for their influential musical programs. The NAMM Foundation, owned and operated by the National Association of Music Merchants, has published their 2023 list of school districts around the country whose music programs are making a difference in their communities. Several districts in Bucks County…
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Bucks County Nonprofit Acknowledges Asian American, Pacific Islander Heritage Month
A nonprofit organization made by there Bucks County government is acknowledging the heritage of countless American citizens. The Bucks County Human Relations Council is celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, which is acknowledged in the month of May. “The Bucks County Human Relations Council would like to recognize #AsianAmerican #PacificIslander #Heritage #Month and…
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PBJ Recognizes Penn Community Bank Among Bucks County Standouts for Philanthropic Efforts
Penn Community Bank was named by the Philadelphia Business Journal as one entrant on the publication’s 2023 Faces of Philanthropy honors list, which recognized 30 for-profit/nonprofit partnerships in the region. The commercial entities cited for overall beneficence and impact were nominated by the public and reviewed by the publication’s editorial board. Its members considered not…
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Bars, Distilleries Across Bucks County Celebrate Cinco de Mayo With Fabulous Food and Drinks
Across the country, bars and distilleries are celebrating Cinco de Mayo, and several Bucks County establishments are serving up a good time. Originating in Mexico, the annual celebration commemorates “the date of the Mexican army’s May 5, 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War,” according to History.com. “The day,…
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Bucks County Company Offers Cosmetics, Beauty Products with a Spooky Twist
A beauty company from Bucks County is offering a variety of products for those who want to embrace the macabre and mysterious. FEAR BOOtique is a local company that creates hand-made bath and beauty products. From body butter to wax melts and perfumes, the brand emphasizes a Halloween-like aesthetic, which they weave into all of…
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Bucks County Spa & Salon Self-Care Month Begins This Week. Here’s What to Know
This week marks the beginning of a new health and wellness initiative in Bucks County, a collaboration geared toward healing the community. Kin Wellness and Support Center, located at 2325 Heritage Center Drive, Suite 113, in Furlong, has announced the debut of Bucks County Spa and Salon Self-Care Month, which will run from May 6 –…
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SCORE Bucks County to Offer 1st In-Person Women’s Biz Event Since Pandemic
SCORE Bucks County will be hosting their Women Building Businesses Conference on June 14 after a three-year hiatus. The fourth annual event features a keynote address from NBC10 anchor Tracy Davidson, as well as informative sessions from several successful women entrepreneurs, and plenty of networking among attendees and event exhibitors. Known for her talks on…
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FCP Board Awards $70,000 Worth of General Operating Support Grants to Local Nonprofits
Foundations Community Partnership’s Board of Directors recently awarded $70,000 to five non-profit organizations as part of its annual General Operating Support grant cycle. These grants support non-profits focused on the behavioral health and human service needs of children, young adults, and families in Bucks County. The Board of Directors started targeted funding grants several years…
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Delaware River Basin Commission Completes Water Storage Study Supporting Resilience Planning
The Delaware River Basin Commission has released a review of future water storage options for the Delaware River Basin, “Evaluation of Additional Storage in the Delaware River Basin”. The study explores the feasibility of additional freshwater storage to meet future water availability, climate adaptation, drought management and flow management needs in the Delaware River Basin. “While…
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SCORE Offering Six Free Business Webinars in the Month of May
In a continued effort to keep the local business community informed, SCORE Bucks County will offer six free business webinars – including the kickoff of a new monthly learning session with Amazon. On May 2, SCORE will offer “Cyber Security for Small Business – What You Need to Know.” Led by Richard Zweig, owner of…
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Jaworski’s Freedom Day Golf Tournament Honors Military and First Responder Families
Folds of Honor will be hosting a mass golf outing to honor members of the military, first responders, and their families. On July 3, more than 750 golfers of all skill levels will participate in playing 117 holes of exceptional golf across six Ron Jaworski Golfproperties in Pennsylvania and New Jersey to help the families…
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Bucks County Opportunity Council Receives Donation Worth $10,000 from C&N
C&N, a financial services company, has donated $10,000 to Bucks County Opportunity Council through the Neighborhood Assistance Program. For more than half a century, Bucks County Opportunity Council has been serving the area’s low income families by providing them with assistance when in crisis. To this end it garners resources to help them achieve a…
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Thieves Targeting Bucks County Mailboxes More Than Ever. Here’s How to Protect What’s Yours
Several towns and boroughs in Bucks County have become the most recent targets of theft, but there are precautions locals can take. Christopher Dornblaser wrote about the thefts for the Bucks County Courier Times. Over the last few weeks, mailboxes in the areas of Solebury, Doylestown Township, Northampton, Lower Makefield and Warwick have seen their…
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