Levittown
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Levittown Musician Danny DeGennaro Remembered in New Book from Local Author, Who Was Also a Fan
John J. Farmer, Jr., the New Jersey author of 9/11 Ground Truth, covers another tragedy in his newest book. It’s a smaller-scale act of violence than his former work. But it has more of a personal hook. Farmer’s latest work, Way Too Fast, is the story of guitarist Danny DeGennaro, a Levittown musician killed in…
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Local School Beats Wild Odds — Much Like Mr. Balboa Did — Gaining Rights for First Post-Broadway Run of ‘Rocky’
Broadway’s Rocky the Musical will transition from its run in Manhattan to Truman High School, Levittown. The direct transferal of a high-budget, first-run show to a cast and crew of nonunion teenagers is highly unusual. But that twist, reported by Jane M. Von Bergen for The Philadelphia Inquirer, fits this boxing tale of underdog success…
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Local Investment Properties Sold Record Numbers Last Year; Specific ZIP Codes Proved Lucrative
Investment properties sold at record levels nationwide and in the Philadelphia metro area last year, with some areas in Bucks County seeing more interest than others. Kevin Schaul and Jonathan O’Connell reported the shopping trend for The Washington Post. In 2021, investors bought close to one in seven homes sold in the nation’s top metropolitan…
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Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce Holds ‘State of the Nation’ Presentation with Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick
Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) will address members of the Bucks County Chamber of Commerce on Jan. 28; ticket prices for chamber participants are $40, whereas nonmember tickets are $50. The event starts with 8:30 a.m. networking and continues to the 9:00 a.m. breakfast and presentation. Its location is Spring Mill Country Club and Manor in…
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Community in Space: New Levittown Business Launched to Help Other Firms Reach the Stars
A new Levittown business venture launched with the start of the new year. Community in Space will increase investor accessibility to the space industry while also providing space-related companies with sustainable trajectories toward growth. The company has been formed to provide space and space-related companies with a financially sustainable approach to manifesting technology, as well…
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Bucks County Bakeries Ensure That Your Cookies for Santa Aren’t Cut from a Dough Log Thawed from the Freezer
Christmas cookies bring back warm memories of kitchens filled with the scent of vanilla, cinnamon, and chocolate. But they’re also a lot of work — especially during a calendar-crowded time of year. Trusting your to cookie needs to Bucks County bakeries is not only a time-saver but also ensures deliciousness without even touching your oven.…
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2021 Holiday Season in Bucks County: Plenty of Nice Things to Do, and Missing Them Would Be Downright Naughty
Heading into Thanksgiving week, the 2021 holiday season is about to bust open with bright lights, music, unique menu items, themed experiences, and plenty of ways to have a merry December. The following, from the Lower Bucks Times, is just a sample of what’s going on; the full roster would be longer than Santa’s ‘Nice’…
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Thirty-Three Teachers Call Out Sick at Truman High School, Necessitating One-Day Closure
Truman High School, Levittown, experienced an unexpected closure last Friday, one not caused by weather or other expected factors. Trish Hartman reported the impromptu holiday for 6abc. Marcus Kollie, freshman, heard he would have off last Friday, he thought, “Oh, snap!” And then he went back to sleep. But parents were less than enthusiastic about…
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These Bucks County Dining Experiences Have Backstories You Probably Didn’t Know
Most restaurants have a hidden gem. Maybe it’s a dish that the locals rave about. Maybe it’s the history of the dining room. A scan of Bucks County dining experiences on Yelp yielded several culinary instances of “I didn’t know that!” Vault Brewing, 10 South Main Street, Yardley Vault Brewing, established in 2012, occupies the…
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Truman High School Health/Phys Ed Teacher Wins National Award for Remote Instruction
Harry S. Truman High School health/physical-education instructor Suzanne Denny was one of six educators nationwide recognized for teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic. The honor came from Instructure, a Salt Lake City supplier of education technology. Instructure recognizes “outstanding U.S. educators working to embrace remote learning, prepare students for the workforce, and support student success and…
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Levittown’s Chef Chris Tavares Sprinkles a Bit of Body-Mind-Spirit Balance in Every Dish He Crafts
For most restaurants, spirits refer to what’s available from the bar. When Chris Taraves crafts entrees for his restaurant patrons, his spirits are often the transcendental kind. Samantha Bambino explored his unusual culinary outlook for the Lower Bucks Times. Tavares is executive chef at the newly opened Ancient Spirits & Grille in Philadelphia. There, the…
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Artwork From Local High School Student Becomes Centerpiece of Morrisville’s LOVE Is the Answer Day
Carolina Gonzalez-Espino, a senior at Harry S. Truman High School in Levittown, will see her benevolent message spread in a big way. It was chosen to brighten up a high-traffic underpass, inspiring everyday kindness for the September 17 LOVE Is the Answer Day observance. Kate Fishman sketched in the details for the Levittown Patch. LOVE…
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Levittown Girl Scouts Join Effort to Brighten the Memory of a Dark Day on 9-11 20th Anniversary
For first responders nationwide, 9-11 is a dark day. To brighten its 20th anniversary for local rescue personnel, a corps of volunteers, including Girl Scouts from Levittown, crafted a unique gift for them. Jeff Warner, for Bucks Local News, reported on the small token with a big impact. The idea of presenting fire, police, and…
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Levittown’s Superwoman Who Helped Beat Both the Nazis and COVID-19 Gets Space Travel Industry Honor
Mae Krier, 95, is Levittown’s Superwoman. Alfred Lubrano catalogued her high-profile life, which shows no signs of flagging, for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Consider Krier’s achievements: During World War II, Krier was “Rosie the Riveter,” posing for artwork that celebrated women who entered the workforce as men went off to fight For her work and her…
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Bucks County’s Newest Millionaires — Perhaps Understandably — Prefer to Remain Anonymous
At the request of the five winners of the May 21 Mega Millions lottery, the only public knowledge about the lucky ticket purchasers is this: They bought what became a very valuable slip of paper at a Levittown 7-11. The winners have stepped forward through a trust, eager to claim their prize but hold onto…
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State Congressional Record Recognizes Big Heart, Generous Spirit of 13-Year-Old Bicycle Repairman
Eighth grader Damien Marion had a recent question for his grandmother, Theresa Knapp. He wanted to know if he could give his new bicycle — her 2020 Christmas gift to him — to someone else. Samantha Bambino covered the reason why for the Lower Bucks Times. Marion learned that the son of a single mother in his Levittown neighborhood lacked a bike. He made…
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Liberian Refugee, Now in Levittown, Tells a ‘Story You Won’t Often Read in the Media’
Media reports of xenophobia in our country have been rampant. But is America generally that unwelcoming? A U.S. citizen in Levittown (originally from West Africa) offers a unique view for Go Erie. Joseph Sackor came to Bucks County 20 years ago as a refugee, fleeing conflict in Liberia. “There’s a quiet story about refugees,” he says. “It’s about the welcome extended to people like me. It’s a story…
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Unhappy Nappy Purchasers, Including a Levittown Mom, Wrinkle Their Noses Over High Diaper Prices
A shortage in the chemical compound used to make diapers is driving their prices up. Samuel Willings covered the supply-chain cause for NewsTrends 7. Acrylic acid is the propylene-based compound that gives diapers their absorbency. Its production relies on a crop-based component that was negatively affected by a February cold snap in Texas. COVID-19 delays in transport and shipping further bunched up the diaper supply chain. The…
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