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This Borough on the Delaware River Has a Lively Arts Scene and Rich History
Located along the Delaware River, Yardley is a charming borough with fun attractions and a tranquil atmosphere, writes Jeff Martinez for Islands. For visitors, there are plenty of bed and breakfasts, chain hotels, and cozy inns to spend the night. During the day, the town comes alive with a vibrant arts culture. There are…
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Volunteers in Doylestown Deck the Borough for a Season of Holiday Magic
Over the weekend, volunteers helped Doylestown get festive for the holiday season with lighted wreaths around the borough, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. “We’re just helping out and showing our pride in the town,” said Renee Guarro of New Britain, who was decorating with her mother. The festive decor is just the beginning…
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Was The Revolutionary War America’s First Civil War? You Decide
When Ken Burns sat down with Joe Rogan last month and called the American Revolution “our first civil war,” it caught a lot of people off-guard. The phrase stopped Rogan cold, and it’s been bouncing around ever since. Was Burns exaggerating for dramatic effect, or was he pointing out something we’ve missed all along about…
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Philadelphia’s Favorite Winter Waterfront Tradition, the Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest, Returns
The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) invites all to embrace the magic of the season as the Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest returns for its 2025-2026 season, opening Friday, Nov. 28. In addition to the beloved skating tradition, the DRWC will spread festive cheer along the waterfront with holiday offerings at Cherry Street Pier, including a Holiday…
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DCED Secretary to Speak at the 60th Anniversary Celebration of Pottstown’s Lead Economic Development Organization
Pottstown Area Economic Development (PAED) will celebrate its 60th Anniversary with a special Pottstown Progress luncheon on November 13, 2025, at Brookside Country Club in Pottstown. This celebration recognizes PAED’s work in bringing this post-industrial borough into the 21st century. As part of the celebration, PAED is pleased to announce Secretary Rick Siger of the…
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Conshohocken’s ZeroEyes Gives Veterans a Renewed Mission
At Conshohocken’s historic Spring Mill complex, ZeroEyes is proving that military service doesn’t end when the uniform comes off. The AI gun-detection company was co-founded by former Navy SEALs and is powered by roughly 75 percent veterans. The team is all united by a familiar mission: protect others before tragedy strikes. The idea was born…
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University of Pennsylvania Marks Strongest Endowment Growth Since 2021, Nears $25 Billion
The University of Pennsylvania reported a 12.2 percent return on its endowment for fiscal 2025, bringing the total value to $24.8 billion, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The $2.5 billion year-over-year increase marks Penn’s strongest endowment growth since fiscal 2021, when its value surged by nearly $6 billion in the wake of…
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Wawa Demonstrates How It Runs a Successful Food Program
Retailers can make a difference in their communities by creating food programs like those implemented by Wawa, writes Jessica Loder for C-Store Dive. Food insecurity hits people from all backgrounds, including about 7.4 million seniors and 20 percent of U.S. children, according to a study by Feeding America. Yet only 12 percent of unused food…
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Yardley Real Estate Agent Partners with Restaurateur on South Philly Eatery
Joel Gruenke, a Yardley-based real estate agent, has partnered with New York restaurateur Mark Anthony D’Andrea to open a new Italian restaurant in South Philadelphia, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Former Valley Forge Military Academy roommates, the pair stayed connected over the years and teamed up last summer to open a restaurant…
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Lower Bucks Chamber to Honor Local Leaders at Champions for Good Event
The Lower Bucks County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a special “Wicked”-themed event to celebrate local organizations and individuals who serve the community. The Champions for Good event will be held on Nov. 19 from 6 to 9:30 PM at The Fuge in Warminster. Awards are given to local businesses, organizations and professionals across…
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Store in Holland Brings Authentic New York Bagels to Bucks County
If you’re looking for an authentic New York bagel, Holland’s Liam’s Market and Bagels in the Pheasant Valley Center is the perfect place to check out, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. Liam’s owner, Alex Trier, travels to Manhattan to get fresh dough once or twice a week. “You’re eating the same bagel that you…
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Bucks County Food Pantries Get Support from Community Amid SNAP Pause
As the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) remains paused due to the federal government shutdown, community members have been doing what they can to assist Bucks County food banks, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. In Bucks County, SNAP provides around $8.6 million to over 47,000 individuals a month on average.…
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Valley Forge Explained So a Fifth-Grader Could Understand: Cold, Courage, and a Comeback
Most of us have heard of Valley Forge, but not many people really understand what happened there, or why it mattered so much. It wasn’t a battle, and no famous victory was won in the snow. But the winter encampment at Valley Forge was one of the most important turning points of the American Revolution.…
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Pennsylvania Archaeologists Find Site of George Washington’s Friendly Fire Intervention
Pennsylvania archaeologists have uncovered the site where George Washington saved lives by stopping a friendly fire incident, blocking musket fire with his sword, writes Aurora Martínez for Smithsonian Magazine. The incident occurred in 1758 during the French and Indian War, thirty years before Washington became the nation’s first president. In his biography, Colonel David Humphreys…
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CHOP Doctors Save Toddler’s Life With First-Of-Its-Kind Surgical Intervention
A group of doctors at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia recently pioneered a new surgical intervention that helped save a toddler’s life, write Stephanie Stahl and Casey Kuhn for CBS News Philadelphia. Their medical intervention allowed the child whose heart was failing fast live 9 months without a heart. Dr. Katsuhide Maeda of CHOP said…
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IKEA Reinvents Affordable Smart Home Devices and Connectivity
From its North American headquarters in Conshohocken, IKEA is setting the stage for a smarter, simpler future at home, writes Sophie Charara for Wired. The retailer has unveiled a sweeping new Matter-compatible smart home lineup, including light bulbs, sensors, plugs, and remotes. The line is designed to make connected living affordable and frustration-free, finally. The…
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West Chester-Based QVC’s Third Quarter Report Prompts Debt Load Concerns
West Chester-based QVC Group reported an $80 million loss in the third quarter, triggering a drop in its share price of almost 40 percent, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The home shopping giant continues to battle falling television viewership and mounting debt. Its latest loss far exceeds the $23 million reported a…
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Philadelphia Airport Sees Flight Cuts Ahead of Holiday Travel Season
A 10 percent cut in flights out of Philadelphia International Airport began Friday and is expected to cause disruptions ahead of a busy holiday travel season, writes Nick Vadala, Brett Sholtis, and Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The reductions are an FAA austerity measure to cope with the federal government shutdown and a growing…
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