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Bucks County’s Largest Law Firm Expands with Philly Boutique Acquisition
Eastburn & Gray, the largest law firm in Bucks County, has acquired The McShea Law Firm, a Philadelphia litigation boutique, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The deal, which was finalized on August 1 and announced earlier this week, brings four new lawyers to Eastburn & Gray, who will work out of the…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: $4M Stone Colonial on Picturesque Creek in Quakertown
A gorgeous stone colonial home on 58.4 acres with six bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Quakertown. Situated amidst meadows and preserved land, Molasses Creek Farm blends the timeless beauty of Bucks County’s countryside with modern comforts. . . The stone farmhouse, built in 1795, retains its historic character…
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Try Some of the Best Quesadillas in the Area at This New Hope Pub
Fran’s Pub is a treasure in New Hope with an assortment of delicious items guaranteed to make your mouth water, writes Claire Allard for Family Destinations Guide. Take a seat at this rustic tavern, either indoors or out, and peruse the tasty menu options. The quesadillas have become something of a legend among the locals.…
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Community Rallies to Support Levittown Boy Who Lost His Hand and Legs to Blood Illness
A fundraiser is currently underway for Major, a ten-year-old boy from Levittown who tragically lost his hand and legs to a blood disease, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. Two months ago, Major was diagnosed with Strep A, which soon developed into toxic shock. Major, a Walt Disney Elementary School student,…
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PECO Green Region Grant Fuels Accessible Family Fun in Lower Makefield
Lower Makefield Township in Bucks County, a two-time winner of PECO Green Region grants, used its most recent award to improve accessibility at Five Mile Woods Preserve, including the installation of more than 700 linear feet of accessible boardwalk and new ADA-compliant parking. These upgrades addressed long-standing barriers for individuals with mobility challenges, many of…
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Hazard vs. Economy: Delaware River LNG Terminal Back in Play
Exporting Pennsylvania’s fracked gas could mean a new $7 billion liquified gas facility along the Delaware River, affecting Chester and Eddystone, writes Nina Sablan for Inside Climate News. Chester already feels the effects of industrial sites along the river. Air pollution is blamed for high rates of deadly illnesses in Chester and surrounding communities. Researchers…
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WSJ: Comcast Expands and Reaches New Agreements With Amazon to Share Streaming Content Across Platforms
Philadelphia-based Comcast has reached new or expanded existing distribution agreements with Amazon to make their streaming content available on each other’s platforms, writes Dean Seal for The Wall Street Journal. Comcast customers will have Prime Video content available on NBCUniversal’s Xfinity X1 devices, while Amazon users will have access to NBCUniversal’s Peacock streaming app subscriptions…
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Phoenixville Can’t Get Enough of Soko Bag’s Korean Fried Chicken Experience
From Dubai to Korea to Pennsylvania, owners Shea Roggio and Alice Chang finally found a home for a Korean fried chicken restaurant: Phoenixville. The pair spent 8 months in Korea, even preparing for their first child. For Shea, the experience was transformational. “I completely fell in love with Korean fried chicken. And not just the…
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Trevose-Based Rita’s Italian Ice Teams Up to Launch Flavored Vodka, Plans Major Expansion
The new owner of Trevose-based Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is looking to open 40 shops this year, with additional openings planned for 2026, to have 800 locations nationwide within the next five years, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. In an effort to grow the brand’s reach, the dessert maker has…
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Doylestown Township Approves Plans to Redevelop Former Barn Plaza Cinema
The Doylestown Township Board of Supervisors has approved preliminary and final land development plans for the redevelopment of the former cinema at Barn Plaza, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The Brixmor Property Group, owner of the shopping center on Route 611, is planning to demolish the former Regal Cinema, along with its decorative silos,…
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Sweet Surprises Await at This Doylestown Candy and Ice Cream Shop
Those with a sweet tooth will find Evolution Candy in Doylestown to be their happy place, with an assortment of treats to choose from, reports Jenn Frederick for FOX 29 Philadelphia. Kids in the area stop by as often as they can to pick out candy and ice cream from the wide selection. The owners,…
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Father from Bucks County Saves Child Stuck on Monorail at Hersheypark
This past weekend, John Sampson, a veterinarian from Jamison, saved a child stuck on the monorail at Hersheypark, reports Leland Pinder for 6abc. Sampson was with his wife and children at the theme park when a commotion broke out. A young boy was wandering on the monorail above the crowd as people tried to direct…
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Audubon’s Globus Medical Wins $9.5 Million Settlement
Audubon’s Globus Medical has secured a major courtroom win, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. A federal jury awarded the Montco medical device maker $9.5 million in a patent dispute. The 2021 case alleged that Illinois-based Life Spine’s Prolift line of implants infringed on several Globus patents. The contested technology involves expandable spinal…
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Five September Events to Kick Off Fall in Chester County
September events across Chester County offer residents the perfect way to wrap up the summer and head into fall, writes Gina Lizzo for Main Line Today. Here are five events happening in and around the county to add to your fall bucket list. Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance—Malvern. This three-day event from Sept. 5-7 features automobile…
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Delaware County’s Flood Prone Areas Lose Federal Grants to Fix the Problem
Delaware County residents are feeling ‘abandoned’ after the Trump Administration cut grants for work meant to mitigate flooding for Darby Creek and Cobbs Creek, writes Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia Inquirer. A technical assistance grant from FEMA would have helped Delaware County find solutions to expected flooding problems for Colwyn, Sharon Hill and Darby Township…
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Do You Know Pennsylvania’s Most Misspelled Word?
When it comes to food, Pennsylvanians feel the need to get it right. We love our food. But…not many of us know how to spell our beloved PA foods. Google Trends dubbed “sauerkraut” and dozens of other hard-to-spell words as America’s Most Misspelled Words in honor of a National Spelling Bee, according to a report…
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Bethlehem-Based Brewery Expands with New Canalside Taproom in Durham
Bethlehem-based Wishful Thinking Brewing Company has recently expanded with a new taproom in Durham, known as Wishful Thinking Brewing Co. On The River, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ 69 News. Guests at the Bucks County location can enjoy food and drinks on an outdoor patio while taking in views of the Delaware Canal, in addition…
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Edgely Bridge in Bristol Expected to Reopen Before This Year’s End
Edgely Bridge in Bristol, which has been closed since February 2023, is in the final stages of reconstruction and is expected to reopen for traffic before the year’s end, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. The work on the abutments is projected to be done by the end of October, after which…
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