Morrisville
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Langhorne Citizen Joyously Turns 100, But Continues to Sift Long-Ago Military Memories
The Ukraine situation has seeped its way into the consciousness of Langhorne’s George Krikorian. On the cusp of his 100th birthday, he’s all smiles about his milestone. But a deeper melancholy, brought on by world news, also makes itself known, as reported in the Bucks County Courier Times. The centenarian was born in the Bronx,…
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Cyclists Out for Either Speed or Spectacle Have Two Prime Bucks County Options
Two Bucks County bike trails are among the 21 best cycle-spots in the region, according to Philadelphia Magazine. They are recommendable to both the serious rider looking for a cardio blast and the hobbyist out for some fresh air and pleasant views. Both goals are achievable at the Delaware Canal Towpath; it’s great for an…
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Husband-and-Wife Online Retailers Market Morrisville Merch
When it comes to destination swag, it’s locally common to spot apparel branded for a Jersey Shore town. Or a Disney park. Or a metropolitan standout like New York or even London. And then there’s the branded merch offered by Made in Morrisville. Celebrating a tiny Bucks County spot on the west side of the…
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Transplanted L.A. Producer Finds Ample Talent Here; Starts a Rep Theater Company to Highlight It
It sounds oh-so-cliché: Big-time Los Angeles writer-producer come to bucolic community, finds an abundance of local talent, and successfully launches a theater company to spotlight it all. But that story arc is exactly how the New Hope Repertory company is now stepping into the limelight. Bridget Wingert opened the curtain on this story in the…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Living on Morrisville’s Crown Street without Paying a King’s Ransom
Nestled cozily in its Morrisville neighborhood is this distinctly designed domicile, built in the Tudor style in 1906. The property at 859 Crown Street has a regal air about it, with mullioned leaded-glass windows, french doors, high ceilings, and wood floors. But its charms and welcoming atmosphere will make even the commonest of commoners feel…
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Two Fitness Providers Forge Cross-River Alliance: YMCA of Bucks and Hunterdon Counties
George Washington isn’t the only high-profile figure to ford the Delaware River for a strategic advantage. On Apr. 1, the YMCA of Bucks County united with a N.J. counterpart to form the YMCA of Bucks and Hunterdon Counties. The commingling of fitness providers was led by Bucks Y President/CEO Zane Moore. As a result, Y…
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Morrisville Free Library Supports a Kernel of a Great Idea, Hosts Seed Share
Working in much the same was as holiday cookie swaps and neighborhood book boxes, Morrisville Free Library is hosting a take-some/leave-some seed share program. Tianna G. Hansen harvested the story in the Fairless Focus. The program is the brainchild of local gardeners Heather Guidice (of Kona Compost in Yardley) and Jean Kuhn of Brooklyn. Trying…
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Love Grabs Hold of Morrisville Wrestler, and Doesn’t Let Go
The culmination of a couple’s relationship usually revolves around a ring, presented after a courtship of some time. For Mike Olchewsky, a professional wrestler from Morrisville, the process of connecting with his wife (then Jacquie Clark, soon to change to Maestas) started with a ring. Kellie Patrick Gates explained in The Philadelphia Inquirer. Ring in…
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State Authorizes $1M to Morrisville School District, Recompense for Years of Giving It Short Shrift
The Morrisville School District will receive $1 million in supplemental funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE). The infusion comes via the ongoing efforts of State Senator Steve Santarsiero and state Representatives Perry Warren and John Galloway. The Harrisburg payment helps to close a longstanding hole in the district’s budget. Sen. Santarsiero’s office has…
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Nuptial Notables: Bucks County Venues Win WeddingWire Couples Choice Awards for 2022
WeddingWire, a global marketplace that connects engaged couples with local vendors to make nuptial dreams come true, has announced its 2022 Couples Choice Awards. In the venues category, nine Bucks County sites received recognition for overall excellence. WeddingWire provides access to more than 500,000 vendors, enabling brides- and grooms-to-be to compare options for making their…
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Morrisville Middle School Math Teacher Tallies Pastimes: Swimming + Running + Cycling = Triathlon Success
Morrisville Middle School math teacher Jessica Reichert started as a competitive swimmer in high school. She burned out on the sport, but a casual invitation from her brother years later rekindled her competitive spark. Times three. Wayne Fish, in the Bucks County Courier Times, clocked in with the story of her present-day love of triathlons.…
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YMCA of Bucks County Seeks Applicants for Teacher/Childcare Positions
The YMCA of Bucks County has several jobs open across its various branches. It seeks applicants with teacher/childcare experience who are 21+ for lead positions and 18+ for aids and assistants. Childhood educational services through the YMCA of Bucks County are tiered: Therefore, the roles require some experience in caring for children who range in…
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Opposing Views of Williamson Park, Morrisville: Blighted, Replaceable Plot vs. Vital Community Space
In her 1970 song “Big Yellow Taxi,” singer Joni Mitchell decried the loss of natural space with the lyric, “They paved paradise and put up a parking lot.” Morrisville residents feel similarly about a proposal for their neighborhood’s Williamson Park, according to a WHYY report from Emily Rizzo. The contention arises from two views of…
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It’s Apple Picking Season, and Philadelphia Magazine Says Bucks County Blossoms with Options
If apple picking is on your fall bucket list, there are several places nearby that offer a perfect setting. Bailey King harvested the best-of list for Philadelphia Magazine. Three Bucks County orchards found their place among the nine recommendations. Whether you’re going to bake them in a pie, press them into cider, smother them with…
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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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Morrisville School’s Flag Football Game Brings Joy the Students Haven’t Had Since Before the Pandemic
COVID-19 wasn’t going to stop it (but did delay it). Neither was sketchy weather. The traditional fifth-grade flag football game at Eleanor Roosevelt Elementary School took place, albeit with a revised timeline, reports Jeff Warner for Bucks Local News. Amid pandemic precautions, Principal Lisa Follman sought a safe way to stage the game. She established a health plan, revised it as needed, and got approval. Four teams competed: the Kean Kongs, the Toledano…
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Lap-Dog Seniors Spend Retirement in the Lap of Luxury
Stacey Herrick works daily to meet the many needs of the 19 senior citizens who live with her in Morrisville. reports Stephanie Farr for The Morning Call. Her charges have various physical and emotional ailments, which is understandable, since they range in age from their mid-60s to their mid-80s. But they’re dogs — not people. So that’s 11-17 in canine years. Herrick started rescuing man’s best…









































