New Hope
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The List of New Hope Descriptors — Artsy, Open, Vibrant, Upscale — Just Gained a New One: Exciting!
New Hope, which once rose to prominence for being halfway through a day’s journey from Philadelphia to New York, has stepped out of the shadow of both nearby metropolises to stand on its own as one of Thrillist.com’s Most Exciting Suburbs of 2021. The ranking cites a two-for-one excursion point for visitors, who can explore New Hope’s quaintness and charm…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Charming Modern Rancher Nestled in the New Hope Woods
A gorgeous contemporary ranch home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms is available for sale in New Hope, writes Sandy Smith for the Philadelphia Magazine. This beautifully renovated home perfectly combines the old-school charm of a mid-1970s rancher with all the amenities of modern living. . . The reclaimed wood-beamed ceilings and matching floors along…
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“Arrested Development” Star Passes; Her 60+ Year Hollywood Career Started at Bucks County Playhouse
Actress Jessica Walter, who played TV matriarch Lucille Bluth on Arrested Development, passed away March 24 at age 80. Her career started gaining traction in the late 1950s, boosted by an appearance at Bucks County Playhouse, reports Mike Dougherty for KYW Newsradio. Walter spent much of the 1950s and 1960s playing small parts on network television, evidenced by extensive once-and-done IMDB listings for shows such as The Fugitive and Mission: Impossible. In 1971,…
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The Sweeter Side of Spring: Local Artists Create Displays Using Heaps of Peeps
For the second year in a row, Peddler’s Village is hosting a peep show. But this one is much more family friendly that that label may suggest. It comprises artwork made from the sugar-coated marshmallow treats made in nearby Bethlehem, Pa., writes Peter Blanchard for the Doylestown Patch. More than 90 creations — mainly made from PEEPS — are on display in…
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It Might Not Rain on the Annual New Hope Pride Parade, but Pandemic Has Cancelled It Anyway
For a second year in a row, COVID-19 is washing out the colors of the Rainbow Flag. The 2021 edition of New Hope’s Pride Parade has been cancelled, reports Doug Gross for the New Hope-Lambertville Patch. Usually held in May, the celebration was once again called off, at least in its traditional format, by its organizers, New Hope Celebrates…
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New York Post: Among the New Hope Sights to See, a Celeb or Two Can be Added to the List
Daylight Savings Time is here, winter is backing off and with any luck, COVID-19 restrictions will be following suit. It’s time to emerge and rediscover places like New Hope, which, writes Christopher Cameron for the New York Post, celebs are doing in increasing numbers. In search of a COVID-cautious nearby getaway, famous New Yorkers are discovering, or rediscovering, New Hope. Recent sightings have included Tina…
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No-Cost Nuptials: Get Married for Free in New Hope this Weekend
Couples that arrive at River House at Odette’s in New Hope this Sunday — with marriage licenses in hand — can unite in a free civil ceremony, reports Kristen Schott for Philadelphia Magazine. To partake of the wedding glam without the financial slam, participants must be ready. A Bucks County wedding license takes approximately five days to obtain and relies…
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With Many Destination Marathons Sidelined, Bucks County Offers a Nearby Alternative
Most destination marathons — running courses with interesting settings like the Great Wall of China, Paris’ Champs Elysee or Walt Disney World — have been affected by COVID-19. But there are convenient Bucks County alternatives, writes Kristin Schott writes for Philadelphia Magazine. A challenging run bookended by pampering in nearby hotel is as accessible as New Hope. No flights. No long drives. No crowds. Not even an entry fee. “Unless you’re an ultra-runner, the thought of jogging the nearly 60-mile…
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COVID-19 Precautions Make Bucks County SPCA Pet Adoptions Healthy but Still Heartfelt
Just as COVID-19 safety measures have altered just about everything else in Bucks County, it has also affected pet adoptions. To keep interactions as safe as possible, the Bucks County SPCA has moved to an all-appointment method of uniting adoptable dogs and cats with interested pet lovers. Cindy Kelly, BCSPCA Director of Communications said, “The appointment schedule…
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New Hope Recognized as a Top Ten Most Charming Pennsylvania Small City
Pennsylvania might be best known for its two largest cities, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, but the Keystone State is also home to a mix of charming small towns and cities that boast burgeoning cultures and unique styles, writes Michael C. Upton for the TravelMag. One of these is New Hope, which recently made the list of…
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These New Hope Homes Are Among Most Expensive Houses Sold in Pennsylvania in 2020
The Philadelphia area is home to a whopping 19 of the most expensive houses sold in Pennsylvania in 2020, and three of them are in Bucks County, writes Daniel Urie for the Harrisburg Patriot-News. At $4,060,000, the house on River Road in Solebury Township ranked highest in eighth place. Located near New Hope, the 7,225-square-foot…
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See Which Three Bucks County Small Towns Are Among Most Charming in Pennsylvania
Those looking for a weekend away or to even relocate somewhere new should look no further than Bucks County, home to three out of thirteen of the most charming small towns in Pennsylvania, writes Emily Zemler for the Pure Wow. New Hope, the scenic small town in the heart of the county, is at first…
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Bucks County House of the Week: Custom Brick-and-Stone Home with Scottish Castle Sensibilities in New Hope
A custom brick and stone home with five bedrooms and three full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in New Hope, writes Sandy Smith for the Philadelphia Magazine. This handsome residence known as Smithfield Lodge brings forth images of medieval Scottish castles even has a stone turret as the main entrance. The many…
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New Hope Makes List of Must-Visit Quaint Towns in Eastern Pennsylvania
With its plethora of charming bed and breakfast inns and loads of activities to keep travelers busy, New Hope has found its place among four quaint towns in Pennsylvania that should be on everybody’s must-visit list, writes Robin O’Neal Smith for the Travel Awaits. In the middle of the small riverside town is the trail…
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