• Finkles, ‘The World’s Most Unusual Supply House,’ Closes in Lambertville After Over Century in Business

    Finkles, ‘The World’s Most Unusual Supply House,’ Closes in Lambertville After Over Century in Business

    Finkles in Lambertville, also known among the locals as “the world’s most unusual supply house,” closed its doors for good on January 4 after 107 years in business, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. “It’s very sad to me that this beautiful, special, incredible place that’s so unique and so valuable is coming to an…

  • Group of Philadelphia-area Hospitality, Real Estate Firms Buys Restaurant, Adjacent Bar Near New Hope

    Group of Philadelphia-area Hospitality, Real Estate Firms Buys Restaurant, Adjacent Bar Near New Hope

    Three Philadelphia-area hospitality and real estate firms have bought the Boat House bar and the adjacent shuttered Hamilton’s Grill Room in Lambertville, New Jersey, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Refined Hospitality, Brickstone Realty, and Trax Partners also acquired each restaurant’s corresponding liquor license. The sale closed on August 29. Refined, which helped…

  • HGTV Names Lambertville One of Best Small Towns in Country

    HGTV Names Lambertville One of Best Small Towns in Country

    HGTV named Lambertville, set along the Delaware River just across from Bucks County, as one of the 50 most charming small towns in America, writes Jenna Intersimone for MyCentralJersey.com. The popular New Jersey destination captured the lifestyle channel’s attention with its mix of Zagat-rated restaurants, unique shops, beautiful hotels and bed and breakfasts, and its…

  • ‘Antiques Capital of New Jersey’ Lies Just Minutes from New Hope

    ‘Antiques Capital of New Jersey’ Lies Just Minutes from New Hope

    Lambertville, known as the Antiques Capital of New Jersey, is located on the Delaware River, minutes away from New Hope, writes Leslie Veliz for the Islands. The small town, founded in 1705 and recognized as one of the best in the Northeast for 2024 by USA TODAY 10Best, is the perfect place for treasure hunters…

  • Pru Thai Brings Authentic Thai Flavors to Nearby Lambertville 

    Pru Thai Brings Authentic Thai Flavors to Nearby Lambertville 

    Popular New Jersey Thai restaurant Pru Thai, owned by French Culinary Institute-trained chefs Korn and Chayanee Wongsarochana, opened its third location in nearby Lambertville late last month, writes Jenna Intersimone for My Central Jersey.  The new intimate 30-seat eatery with a modern French bistro-like atmosphere serves the same delicious Thai dishes available at the original…

  • One of America’s Most Charming Small Towns Is Right Across River

    One of America’s Most Charming Small Towns Is Right Across River

    Small towns are a quintessential part of American life, that often have quaint shops and restaurants, fascinating histories, plenty of fun experiences, and gorgeous natural beauty, writes Lynn Coulter for HGTV. According to HGTV’s new list, one of the 50 most charming small towns in America is right across the Delaware River: Lambertville, New Jersey.…

  • New Hope-Lambertville Bridge Will Remain Partially Closed Through 2024

    New Hope-Lambertville Bridge Will Remain Partially Closed Through 2024

    The New Hope-Lambertville Bridge, which connects Pennsylvania and New Jersey across the Delaware River, will remain partially closed until 2025 as construction to expand the bridge will take “several more months” longer than anticipated, writes Larua Fay for CBS News Philadelphia. According to the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission, the construction will be extended…

  • Bucks County Playhouse Hosts Summer Workshop Classes in Lambertville 

    Bucks County Playhouse Hosts Summer Workshop Classes in Lambertville 

    The Bucks County Playhouse is offering an exciting lineup of summer educational programs at Lambertville Hall, located at 57 Bridge Street, Lambertville, N.J., writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.   Jessica Bostock, an award-winning choreographer, will lead “Fosse for Beginners,” an introduction to Bob Fosse’s iconic style.   Improv enthusiasts can join professional actor Will…

  • Lambertville, NJ Ranks as One of the 10 Best Small Towns in the Northeast

    Lambertville, NJ Ranks as One of the 10 Best Small Towns in the Northeast

    USA Today recently revealed its “10Best small towns in the northeast,” and Lambertville, New Jersey, made a significant impression, ranking third on the list, writes Damon C. Williams for the Bucks County Courier Times.   Each week, a panel of experts nominated attractions and points of interest, which the public then voted on over four…

  • Lambertville Ranks Among 50 Most Charming Small Towns in America

    Lambertville Ranks Among 50 Most Charming Small Towns in America

    If you cross the river toward New Jersey, you will find yourself in one of the 50 most charming small towns in America, according to HGTV, writes Katherine Rodriguez for Lehigh Valley Live. In a recently released slideshow, HGTV described Lambertville as “The Antiques Capital of New Jersey.” They do have a point, as the…

  • Lambertville Author Celebrates Publication of Latest Book, Begins Nationwide Speaking Tour

    Lambertville Author Celebrates Publication of Latest Book, Begins Nationwide Speaking Tour

    An author from a town just outside of Bucks County has released a new novel, and it is already making waves in the literary world. James McBride, who lives just over the river from New Hope in Lambertville, New Jersey, just had his latest novel published on Aug. 8. The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store…

  • Lambertville Author Wins the 2023 Kirkus Prize in Fiction for His Latest Novel

    Lambertville Author Wins the 2023 Kirkus Prize in Fiction for His Latest Novel

    An author from a town just outside of Bucks County has received a major literary award for his latest work of fiction. James McBride, who lives just over the river from New Hope in Lambertville, New Jersey, was announced as the winner of the 2023 Kirkus Prize in fiction for his latest novel, “The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store,” which was…

  • Lambertville Historical Society to Host Historic House Tours Later This Month

    Lambertville Historical Society to Host Historic House Tours Later This Month

    The Lambertville Historical Society will be hosting its 40th Annual Autumn House Tour this month, showing the most historic estates in the New Jersey town. The self-guided tour, which will be held on Oct. 22 from 11 AM – 5 PM, will take attendees through Lambertville and show them several homes that have stood in…

  • Lambertville Shop, Specializing in Engraved Goods, to Host Grand Opening This Month

    Lambertville Shop, Specializing in Engraved Goods, to Host Grand Opening This Month

    A new shop is preparing to open in a New Jersey town just outside of Bucks County, offering amazing gifts for everyone at every occasion. Unforgettable Engraved Gifts will be hosting its grand opening at 56 Coryell Street in Lambertville on Oct. 14 from 12 – 4 PM. As part of the celebration, those in…

  • 12th Annual ‘Volktoberfest’ to Be Held Just Outside of Bucks County Next Month

    12th Annual ‘Volktoberfest’ to Be Held Just Outside of Bucks County Next Month

    An annual car show is scheduled to take place in Lambertville, New Jersey, a popular town just across the river from Bucks County. The 12th annual Flemington Speedway Historical Society Car Show will be held on Oct. 21 from 9 AM – 3 PM at the Roger K. Everitt Fairgrounds in Lambertville. The event will be held rain or shine. “Flea…

  • Lambertville Historical Society to Host Exhibit on the Town’s First Well-Known Photographer

    Lambertville Historical Society to Host Exhibit on the Town’s First Well-Known Photographer

    The Lambertville Historical Society will be showing a series of photographs from the area’s frist high profile photographer. John A. Anderson was Lambertville’s first well-known photographer, with many of his pictures taken between 1890 – 1915. An exhibit of his high-resolution works will be held at the James Wilson Marshall House Museum, located at 60…

  • See Which Towns Near Bucks County Are the Best for Budget-Friendly Honeymoons

    See Which Towns Near Bucks County Are the Best for Budget-Friendly Honeymoons

    Newlyweds who are looking for a budget-friendly honeymoon spot do not need to go far from Bucks County to find exactly what they are seeking, writes Jenna Intersimone for My Central Jersey. Two local towns ranked among the 150 best cheap honeymoon destinations in America, according to HoneymoonAlways. Clinton, New Jersey made the list at…

  • Popular Annual Car Show to Be Held in Town Just Outside of Bucks County

    Popular Annual Car Show to Be Held in Town Just Outside of Bucks County

    An annual car show, which draws people from around the area, is scheduled to take place in a town just across the river from Bucks County. The 12th annual Flemington Speedway Historical Society Car Show will be held on Oct. 21 from 9 AM – 3 PM at the Roger K. Everitt Fairgrounds in Lambertville.…