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Central Bucks East’s Patriot Stadium Lit Up for First Time Following New Light Installation
Central Bucks High School East’s football stadium finally had lights installed, allowing the school’s athletes to play night games. Michele Haddon wrote about and took photos of the first night game for the Bucks County Courier Times. On Thursday, the school played their first night game at First Lt. Colby Umbrell Field at Patriot Stadium.…
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Central Bucks East Football Team Mourns Loss of Former Player Who Battled Cancer
Central Bucks High School East’s football team is mourning the recent loss of a former player who battled cancer over the last few years. Drew Markol wrote b about the player and the team for the Bucks County Courier Times. Connor Boyle, a former member of the high school’s football team and a recent graduate,…
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Doylestown Vintage T-Shirt Boutique Offers Mentorships for Local Residents With Special Needs
A Doylestown boutique specializing in t-shirts is using its space to mentor local residents who have special needs such as autism. Matteo Iadonisi wrote about the Bucks County clothes store for 6ABC Action News. The Monkey’s Uncle is a vintage t-shirt shop that his been in operation since 2010. The owners were inspired by their…
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Doylestown To Turn Town Teal For Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
Doylestown Borough will be decorating their town with teal ribbons and other items to raise awareness of ovarian cancer. Jeff Werner wrote about the upcoming color changes for the Doylestown Patch. This Saturday, volunteers will begin placing teal ribbons on 400 lampposts in the area. Like other forms of cancer, a specific-colored ribbon represents awareness…
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Longtime Bucks County Judge, Former DA Set To Retire, But She Will Still Be On The Bench
A longtime Bucks County judge has announced her upcoming retirement, but she will not be leaving the bench for good. Jo Ciavaglia wrote about the judge’s plans for the Bucks County Courier Times. Bucks County Judge Diane Gibbons will be formally retiring on Oct. 2. However, she will be moving into a new position as…
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Here’s How Local Non-Profit Human Services Organizations Can Apply For Important Grants
Bucks County Innovation and Improvement Grants are being offered on a competitive basis to non-profit human services organizations providing services to children and youth in Bucks County. These grants, which range in value up to $15,000, will be awarded to eligible applicants that develop innovative ideas to improve the quality of life for children, youth,…
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State Senator From Bucks County Announces $50 Million To Go Towards Prosecuting PA Gun Violence
State Senator Steve Santarsiero announced that $50 million will be used to prosecute gun crimes in Pennsylvania. Jeff Werner wrote about the recent measures for the Levittown, PA Patch. The funds will be used to improve and enhance federal, state and local law enforcement investigations involving firearms. The state’s Commission on Crime and Delinquency set…
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Doylestown Native Was An Acclaimed Poet, But It Was His Marriage That Brought Him Attention
Acclaimed Doylestown poet Jean Toomer found himself at the center of media attention in the early 1930s for his marriage to Margey Latimer. Avi Wolfman-Arent wrote about the Toomer’s life in Billy Penn. Born to parents of multiethnic backgrounds, Toomer himself did not often identify as Black and instead referred to himself as an American.…
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31st Annual Doylestown Arts Festival Coming To Bucks County for Two Days
The 31st Annual Doylestown Arts Festival is returning to Bucks County for two days in mid-September. From Sept. 10-11, Bucks County residents can enjoy the aesthetic pleasures of amazing art from local painters, sculptors, and more. The event is free to attend and will last from 10 AM to 5 PM each day. “Featuring a…
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The Bucks County Classic Is Returning to Doylestown. Read To Know When and How To Participate
The popular Bucks County Classic bike race will be returning to Doylestown in mid-September, seeing racers from around the world come to the area. Mike Maney wrote about the upcoming race for the Bucks County Herald. This year’s race will be the 18th edition of the popular race. With riders coming from around the globe,…
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First Ever Jewish Restaurant and Deli in Doylestown to Host Grand Opening on Friday and Saturday
The first Jewish restaurant and deli in the history of Doylestown will be opening at the end of the week. Matzah Balls, an authentic Jewish restaurant and delicatessen, will open at 24 N. Main Street on Friday. Offering deli classics like corned beef and pastrami sandwiches, brisket, and matzah ball soup, the new eatery is…
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Several Bucks County Companies Make the 2022 Inc. 5000 List for Fastest Growth
Ten Bucks County companies made the 2022 Inc. 5000 list. Ryan Mulligan wrote about the local companies that were featured in the list for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The list ranks the fastest-growing companies in the nation based on their revenue growth in the last three years. To be considered, the companies have to be…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Spectacular Gothic Victorian Farmhouse in Carversville
A beautiful Gothic-style Victorian farmhouse in Carversville has gone up for sale. . . Originally built in mid-19th century, this home is perfectly perched on a hilltop and surrounded by a natural woodland landscape. For lovers of the beauty of Bucks County, this house is a must-have. . . The wonderfully decorated front porch wraps…
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C&N Welcomes Dan Hines as Vice President; Senior Commercial Lending Relationship Manager
Citizens & Northern Corporation (C&N) announced that Daniel Hines has joined the Southeast Region Commercial Lending team as VP; Senior Commercial Lending Relationship Manager based in Doylestown. Hines brings over 31 years of both retail and commercial banking experience to the team at C&N. Most recently, he was a Vice President, Senior Relationship Manager, Commercial Lending…
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Doylestown Cyclist Celebrates Bike Race Victories As He Battles Cancer
A Doylestown cyclist is continuing to race as he fights a brain tumor he was diagnosed with several years ago. Daphne Sashin wrote about the Bucks County native’s ride of a lifetime for Penn Medicine News. Chris Baccash, a former business analyst, was looking to use his time and talents to help people when he…
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Arts and Cultural Council of Bucks County Invites Members to Submit Their Artwork for Their Fall Salon
The Arts and Cultural Council of Bucks County will be accepting online submissions of art for their fall salon until Friday. Staff writers at the Bucks County Herald wrote about the local arts event. The council will be hosting the second annual Fall Salon Member Show at Freeman Hall in Doylestown. The event will open…
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Bucks County Officials are Warning Residents of Recent Scams Involving Fake Warrants
Following a string of recent scam calls involving fake warrants, Bucks County officials are warning residents to stay vigiliant. Jillian Male wrote about the unsettling scams for 6ABC Action News. A string of scam calls have made their way to several Bucks County residents. The callers tell residents that there is a warrant out for…
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Doylestown Composer, Area Home Mentioned in Famous Songwriter’s Posthumous Memoir
The world-renowned composer and Doylestown native, Oscar Hammerstein, play a large role in a recently-published memoir by the late songwriter Mary Rodgers. Jeff Lunden wrote about the actress’ Bucks County connection for NPR. The book, titled “Shy: The Alarmingly Outspoken Memoirs of Mary Rodgers”, was recently published. Written by the late songwriter with the help…
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