• New Owners Commit to Preserving Bagel Barrel’s Legacy in Doylestown

    New Owners Commit to Preserving Bagel Barrel’s Legacy in Doylestown

    Bagel Barrel, a longtime Doylestown favorite, has new owners who promise to continue its cherished legacy for years to come, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. On Monday, Bucks County natives Steve Cassidy and Nick Muzyczka took over the iconic 32-year-old eatery from long-time owner and founder, Patrick Murphy. Murphy announced the sale this summer,…

  • Doylestown Kicks Off Holiday Season with Annual Tree Lighting

    Doylestown Kicks Off Holiday Season with Annual Tree Lighting

    Doylestown has officially kicked off the holiday season with its 110th annual tree lighting, once again capturing the charm of a Norman Rockwell moment, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. On November 29, a 23-foot-tall Norwegian Spruce from Bountiful Acres took center stage as thousands gathered in the heart of town for this beloved event.…

  • Lucatelli’s Pizzeria Reopens in Doylestown Better Than Ever

    Lucatelli’s Pizzeria Reopens in Doylestown Better Than Ever

    Lucatelli’s Pizzeria reopened last week at Mercer Square Shopping Center in Doylestown, following three weeks of expansion and renovation work, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. “We are open,” posted the eatery on Friday. “We’re officially back and ready to serve up all your favorites. Stop in and see the new Lucatelli’s.“ The renovation and…

  • Delaware Valley University Announces Judges for Fifth Annual Spark Bowl Event

    Delaware Valley University Announces Judges for Fifth Annual Spark Bowl Event

    Delaware Valley University, the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce and Startup Bucks, has named the panel of distinguished judges for the fifth annual Spark Bowl competition, which will be held on Nov. 21, 2024. Inspired by the hit TV show Shark Tank, Spark Bowl awards thousands of dollars in prizes to local small businesses. The…

  • Doylestown Man Among Finalists in 2024 Ultimate Men’s Health Guy

    Doylestown Man Among Finalists in 2024 Ultimate Men’s Health Guy

    Hassan Paige, a 54-year-old data analyst from Doylestown, is one of the finalists in Men’s Health magazine’s search for the “ultimate guy,” write John Vercher for Men’s Health. For Paige, working out in the basement of his home is a daily ritual. “Lifting weights is very meditative for me,” he said. “Honestly, I feel like…

  • DelVal Football Head Coach Mike Isgro Talks Past, Present, and Future of Successful Program

    DelVal Football Head Coach Mike Isgro Talks Past, Present, and Future of Successful Program

    Delaware Valley University first-year head coach Mike Isgro is drawing inspiration from past successful Aggies coaches while putting his own stamp on the football program, reports Tom Moore for the Bucks County Courier Times. “I think, obviously, the program has been successful for many years,” said Isgro. “Obviously when coach Greco was here, and also…

  • Meridian Bank House of the Week: Striking Stone-Front Colonial in Doylestown 

    Meridian Bank House of the Week: Striking Stone-Front Colonial in Doylestown 

    A striking stone-front colonial home set on a lovely acre lot with four bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Doylestown.  . . This stylish residence exudes curb appeal and offers the perfect blend of comfort, tradition, and modern luxury.  Highlights include its spacious formal living room, an elegant dining…

  • Magical Holiday Tours Coming to Fonthill Castle in Doylestown

    Magical Holiday Tours Coming to Fonthill Castle in Doylestown

    Fonthill Castle in Doylestown is gearing up to celebrate the holiday season with a variety of special events and tours, running from November 16 to December 31, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The castle, the former home of Henry Chapman Mercer, is a National Historic Landmark operated by the Bucks County Historical Society. Each…

  • Bucks County Book Festival Returning to Doylestown Next Year

    Bucks County Book Festival Returning to Doylestown Next Year

    Following a short hiatus, the Bucks County Book Festival will return to Doylestown next year, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times.  Festival organizers held a fundraiser called “A Taste of Book Festival” last week to help strengthen support and interest ahead of the event’s full relaunch in May.  The event was started…

  • Lucatelli’s in Doylestown Closing Temporarily for Good Reason

    Lucatelli’s in Doylestown Closing Temporarily for Good Reason

    Lucatelli’s in Doylestown will temporarily close its doors starting Nov. 4 for a major renovation and expansion project, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times.  Owner Dave Schiano opened the popular pizza shop almost three years ago and almost immediately developed a strong following of regulars. The number of customers surged once again…

  • Doylestown Rescue Pup Wins Title of Happiest Pet on Earth

    Doylestown Rescue Pup Wins Title of Happiest Pet on Earth

    Supai, a cheerful 11-year-old dog who lives in Doylestown with her owner, Torey Mill, has been named the “Happiest Pet on Earth” in an international competition, according to a staff report from the Bucks County Courier Times. The pup competed against thousands of pets from around the world, but her heartwarming story of survival and…

  • Pumpkinfest Brings Artistry and Fun to Doylestown

    Pumpkinfest Brings Artistry and Fun to Doylestown

    This past weekend saw the return of the hugely popular Pumpkinfest to Doylestown, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. The amazing weekend that was filled with artistry and fun attracted huge crowds to the grounds of the Moravian Pottery and Tile Works off of Swamp Road. The highlight of the event was pumpkin carving that took…

  • Craftery Market Is Bringing Back Its Modern and Unique Market Experience to Doylestown This Weekend

    Craftery Market Is Bringing Back Its Modern and Unique Market Experience to Doylestown This Weekend

    The Craftery Market is bringing back its modern and unique market experience to the grounds of the Mercer Museum in Doylestown this Saturday, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. At the handmade artisan market, shoppers will get the chance to discover qnd choose from over 80 carefully curated vendors that will be offering handmade goods,…

  • Doylestown Research Nonprofit to Manage Long Island Life Sciences Incubator

    Doylestown Research Nonprofit to Manage Long Island Life Sciences Incubator

    The state of New York selected Doylestown’s Baruch S. Blumberg Institute to manage a life sciences incubator at a planned $430 million cell and gene therapy campus in Long Island called BioGenesis Park, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Blumberg Institute is a nonprofit biotechnology research and education organization. Its primary focus…

  • Delaware Valley University Ranks Among the Region’s Best

    Delaware Valley University Ranks Among the Region’s Best

    Delaware Valley University in Doylestown is one of the top colleges in the region, according to the recently released The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The Princeton Review’s 2025 Best Colleges: Region by Region list recognized 631 colleges overall. The Mid-Atlantic region is home to 97…

  • Doylestown Dad Pedals 4,600 Miles for Ronald McDonald House in Honor of Daughter

    Doylestown Dad Pedals 4,600 Miles for Ronald McDonald House in Honor of Daughter

    Doylestown dad Jeff Bekos has made his way back to Philadelphia after pedaling 4,600 miles and raising $600,000 for Ronald McDonald Houses along the way, reports 6abc. He visited 26 of the charity’s locations throughout the country and reached his final stop at the Ronald McDonald House in University City on Monday. Bekos’ inspiration for…

  • Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Celebrates Seven Generations with New Attractions

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Celebrates Seven Generations with New Attractions

    Hellerick’s Adventure Farm in Doylestown is filled with attractions that make it the perfect adventure destination for the entire family in the fall, reports Timothy Walton for 6abc. The family farm dates back to 1785. “My brother and I are the seventh generation of the same family to own this property,” said Paul Hellerick, owner…

  • Moody’s Ratings Upgrades Doylestown Health’s Credit Rating

    Moody’s Ratings Upgrades Doylestown Health’s Credit Rating

    Moody’s Ratings raised Doylestown Health’s credit rating last week, upgrading it from B3 to B2, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Bucks County nonprofit also saw its outlook boosted from positive to stable. The new rating remains quite low, indicating that Doylestown Health’s financial condition is still challenging. The upgrade comes after an…