Langhorne
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Langhorne’s Sesame Place Embraces Autism Accessibility Initiatives
Langhorne’s iconic amusement park is being recognized by The New York Times for its autism accessible features, in an article by Derek M. Norman, Christine Chung, and Christopher Kuo. Sesame Place Philadelphia, recognized as the first theme park to be a Certified Autism Center, has staff specifically trained by leading autism efforts. The park…
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St. Mary Medical Center Wins Bronze at 2024 Digital Health Awards for Bariatrics Program
St. Mary Medical Center has earned a bronze-level achievement at the 2024 Digital Health Awards, according to The Reporter. The accolade, awarded for excellence in Web-based Digital Health, honors the center’s innovative campaign landing page for the St. Mary bariatrics program. Mary Wascavage, Regional Director of Marketing and Communications at Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, expressed gratitude…
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Last Denny’s in Bucks County Closes Its Doors in Langhorne
The last remaining Denny’s in Bucks County, located in Langhorne, has closed its doors, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. The closure was quietly announced with a sign on the front door, informing customers that the restaurant on East Lincoln Highway in Middletown had permanently closed. Denny’s media team confirmed via…
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Celebrate Elmo’s Dog Tango at Sesame Place’s Gotcha Day Event
Two years ago, Sesame Place favorite Elmo adopted his dog, Tango. This month, the beloved Langhorne theme park will celebrate Elmo’s special bond with his dog “Gotcha Day” event from July 12-14. The celebration will feature new dog-themed activities, including a Puppy Park Flower Maze. Guests can look forward to meet-and-greets with Tango and other…
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Neshaminy High School Senior to Represent Philadelphia Region at National Musical Theater Awards
Cameron Krauss, a senior at Neshaminy High School, is one of two students from the Philadelphia region who are heading to the upcoming Jimmy Awards, reports Gray Hall for 6abc. The national-level awards highlight the best of high school musical theater talent. Nominees from more than 50 regions across the country are featured this year.…
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Langhorne Couple’s Vacation Miracle Baby Saved by CHOP
A Langhorne couple’s vacation to Turks and Caicos took an unexpected turn last year when Lindsey Offner went into labor 13 weeks early, writes Courtenay Harris Bond for the Philly Voice. On May 12, 2023, Lindsey delivered a 2.5-pound baby girl named Logan. The premature birth required immediate and specialized care that the island’s medical…
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Express Store Closes in Oxford Valley Mall Amid Bankruptcy
The economic downturn has claimed another victim as the Express store in Oxford Valley Mall has permanently closed its doors, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. This closure is part of a broader trend, with the fashion retailer recently filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Express Inc., based in Columbus, Ohio, filed for bankruptcy…
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Langhorne Residents Voice Concerns Over New $600K Toll Mid-Atlantic Townhome Development
Editor’s Note: This post first appeared on BUCKSCO Today in December 2023. As Toll Brothers Mid-Atlantic is planning a 60-unit townhome development in historic Langhorne, some residents have hesitations, writes Peg Quann for the Bucks County Courier Times. The project includes homes starting at $600,000 on a property owned by Woods Services. In a…
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Unclaimed $1 Million Mega Millions Prize: Winning Ticket Sold at Langhorne Wawa
A Langhorne Wawa sold a Mega Millions lottery ticket that matched all five white balls in the Friday draw, landing a $1 million prize for an unclaimed ticket holder, writes Brianna Fallon for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The Pennsylvania Lottery disclosed that the winning ticket emerged from the Wawa located at 639 East Lincoln Highway,…
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Sesame Place Kicks Off Spring with Mardi Gras Event: What You Need to Know
Langhorne’s Sesame Place celebrates its opening day on Friday, April 13, writes Damon C. Williams for the Bucks County Courier Times. The beloved amusement park, known for its family-friendly atmosphere and educational fun, is gearing up to offer visitors a blend of celebration and excitement right from the start. Tickets are priced at $45.99 for…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Beautiful Contemporary in Langhorne
A beautiful contemporary home with three bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is for sale at 956 Bridgetown Pike in Langhorne. This lovely residence offers modern living in a fantastic location directly across from the picturesque 1200-acre Core Creek Park. …. … Inside, its one-of-a-kind layout has three large bedrooms all on the main…
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Styer Orchard in Langhorne Expands with New Fruit Trees to Welcome Spring
Styer Orchard in Langhorne is getting ready for spring with rapid additions to its fields, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. The orchard will bring almost 1,000 new trees, consisting of cherry, apple, and peach. The tart cherry trees, which will make up a quarter of the newly planted trees, will…
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Nate Townsend Hits 1,000-Point Milestone in Neshaminy High School Basketball History
In a season of highs and lows, Neshaminy High School’s Nate Townsend left an indelible mark on his basketball program, writes Owen McCue for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Townsend reached a milestone by scoring his 1,000th point in the opening round of the district boys’ basketball playoffs against Conestoga, despite the team’s season-ending 53-19 loss.…
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Neshaminy Student Achieves Bowling Milestone as First to Score Dual 300s in Single Match
Neshaminy junior bowler Zak Pfeiffer became the third high school bowler in the nation and the first in Pennsylvania to achieve two 300 games in one match, writes Drew Markol for the Bucks County Courier Times. “My teammates and coaches were encouraging me and cheering me on and that really helped,” said Pfeiffer. “And I…
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Residence Inn Hotel Near Sesame Place in Langhorne Sold for $22.1M
A 100-room Marriott hotel in Langhorne near Sesame Place is officially off the market, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Maryland-based Baywood Hotels bought the Residence Inn by Marriott Philadelphia Langhorne for $22.1 million. The 17-year-old property was purchased from New York-based MCR, a hospitality firm. Back in 2018, the firm…
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Virtual Reality Technology Helps 94-year-old Langhorne Woman See Antarctica
Virtual reality technology helped 94-year-old Mary Rogers fulfill her lifelong dream to visit Antarctica, writes Tamala Edwards for 6 ABC. Rogers, who is an avid traveler and had previously visited all continents but the southernmost one, managed to finally visit the snowy region without having to leave her Langhorne residence. “I am so overwhelmed by…








































