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Sesame Place Philadelphia Selects Bucks County Native as New President
Langhorne’s Sesame Place Philadelphia recently selected Michael Taylor, a Bucks County native, to be the park’s new president, writes Damon C. Williams for USA Today. Taylor’s primary role will be to oversee and improve the overall quality of the amusement park. This includes adding new food offerings at Sesame Place, improving wait times for the…
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End Of an Era: Owner of Bristol Irish Pub Ready to Retire, Building Hits Market
After 31 years running Phinny Magee’s, his Irish pub in Bristol, owner Max Magee is preparing to retire and has put the building up for sale, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. The listing includes the bar, drinks and the huge mirror etched with “Céad Míle Fáilte.” “It means ‘A Thousand Welcomes’…
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Doylestown Council Green Lights New 47-Room Boutique Hotel
During a recent meeting, the Doylestown Borough Council approved both preliminary and final land development plans for a 47-room boutique hotel at 57 West Court Street, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The hotel will be constructed at the site of the former Doylestown Borough Hall and police station. Along with the guest rooms, the…
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Doylestown Native Helps Elevate NBC Sports Coverage With Cinematic Lens and Social Media
Doylestown native Alex Matcham, who spent nearly 18 years as a producer at NFL Films, is celebrating her first year as vice president of content at NBC Sports Philadelphia, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. When she joined the company, her goal was to recreate the same energy and connection she gave fans…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: $5.5M Gorgeous Waterfront Colonial in New Hope
A waterfront colonial home on 0.29 acres with four bedrooms and four bathrooms is available for sale in New Hope. This exceptional residence blends timeless craftsmanship with contemporary elegance and the serenity of riverfront living. . . Designed for those who value luxury and comfort, it offers refined interiors, beautiful architectural details and seamless flow…
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Beloved Mexican Restaurant in Holland Closing, Food Truck to Carry On
El Barrio Cantina & Tequila Bar at Village Shires Shopping Center in Holland will close its doors for good on Oct. 28, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The establishment’s owners announced the closing on their social media pages earlier this week. “It is with the heaviest of hearts that we have to make this…
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Dischell Bartle Dooley Supports Home at Last Dog Rescue’s Howloween Fall Festival on Saturday
Local law firm Dischell Bartle Dooley is once again supporting Home at Last Dog Rescue’s Howloween Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 25 at Parkside Place Park in North Wales. This beloved community event combines family fun, fitness, and furry friends — all for a great cause. The day kicks off with a 5K run/walk at…
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Newtown Rotary Club Hosts Food Drive for the Wrightstown Food Cupboard
The Newtown Rotary Club is holding a food drive at Newtown’s McCaffrey’s Market this Saturday, Oct. 25, from 9 AM to 3 PM, to support those who are financially challenged, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. Rotarians will be collecting a range of non-perishable food items, such as canned fruits and vegetables, oatmeal, crackers, cereal, peanut butter, soup,…
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General Recreation Helps Design Pocket Park for York City Police
York City Police dedicated a new pocket park at their King Street headquarters on Sept. 3 that was designed and installed with the help of staff from General Recreation, Inc. in Newtown Square. The park sits on a patch of grass to the left of the department headquarters, writes Paul Kuehnel for the York Daily…
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Pottstown’s Top Sandwich Shops Every Local Should Know
Known for its industrial roots, historic architecture, and revitalized downtown, Pottstown has quietly built another claim to fame—its independent sandwich scene. From toasted bagels and hearty cheesesteaks and hoagies to inventive hot dogs and pub-style creations, the borough’s locally owned spots serve up as much personality as they do flavor. Here are a few of…
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Philadelphia Eagles Now Second-Most Valuable NFL Franchise
The Philadelphia Eagles are now the second-most valuable franchise in the NFL after their Super Bowl-winning season, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The team’s value jumped 10 percent from last year. London-based valuation and strategy consulting firm, Brand Finance, which did the analysis, values the Eagles’ brand at $1.3 billion. The Eagles…
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Developer Plans $50M Five-Story Mixed-Use Project in Conshohocken
Buccini Pollin Group is planning to build a $50 million, five-story mixed-use development near Conshohocken transit hub, adding apartments and retail to the area, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The proposed development would feature 115 apartments and 5,400 square feet of retail space, replacing part of the parking lot that now serves…
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Kennett Square’s Kicker Shay Barker Set to Follow Older Brother to Division I Football Next Fall
Kennett Square kicker Shay Barker is set to follow his older brother Ryan Barker into Division I level next fall, when he joins Syracuse University, writes Isabella DiAmore for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The brothers grew up constantly competing, but beneath it all, Shay admired his big brother and wanted to echo his talent. Over time,…
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Get a Hauntingly Delicious Meal from One of These Bucks County Inns
Three Bucks County restaurants and inns were included in a list of some of the best haunted spots to enjoy dinner from, writes Miles Hinton for Ever After in the Woods. New Hope’s Logan Inn, built in 1727, is the oldest operating inn in the state, offering delicious American dishes. The pumpkin ravioli is…
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Acclaimed Trumpet Player Offers Lessons to Oxford Valley Elementary Students
Matt Gallagher, a renowned trumpet player, is teaching a new generation of musicians at Oxford Valley Elementary School in Fairless Hills, reports Eva Andersen for CBS News Philadelphia. Along with his role as a music teacher, Gallagher is also a member of the beloved Philly Pops. This weekend, he will be joining the orchestra…
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Bucks County Pilot Wins Gold in National Champion Air Race in Roswell
Tom Marden, a pilot from Bucks County, won gold in the National Championship Air Race in Roswell, New Mexico, writes Melinda Rizzo for the Bucks County Beacon. Marden flew No. 66 in the Biplane Division and won the six-lap race with a time of 219.9 mph. The Reno Air Racing Association hosted this year’s…
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Aqua PA Awarded $35M in PENNVEST Funding for PFAS Treatment at Delaware County Water Plant
Aqua Pennsylvania has been awarded a combination of principal forgiveness loans and low-interest loans through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST). The funding, totaling $35 million, will fund construction of a new PFAS treatment system at Aqua’s Ridley Water Treatment Plant which will meet federal regulatory requirements for drinking water. Aqua Pennsylvania is already in…
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Ambler’s Downtown Renaissance is Turning the Town into a Destination
Ambler’s downtown continues to thrive as new businesses and creative entrepreneurs embrace its walkable charm and strong sense of community, writes Erica Lamberg for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Among the latest arrivals is Camaraderie, a new yoga studio founded by Maura Manzo, who previously ran Yoga Home in Conshohocken. “I was looking for a vibrant, walkable…
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