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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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Historic Hotel in Lumberville Awarded $50,000 Grant to Renovate Building
Black Bass Hotel in Lumberville was recently named a recipient of a grant from the National Trust for Historic Preservation and American Express, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The organizations awarded the $50,000 grant to 50 restaurants throughout the U.S., the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico to help the businesses grow and renovate. …
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These Are Some of the Best Places to Go for a Hayride in Bucks County
Those looking to enjoy a hayride can check out one of the many available in Bucks County, ranging from family-friendly to haunted, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for Visit Bucks County. AGA Farms in Perkasie features a cozy tractor-drawn wagon ride through their 100-acre farm. Visitors will tour the property and see the cornfields, pumpkin patches,…
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FCP Introduces Rapid Response Funding as it Opens Fall Grant Cycle to Nonprofits
Foundations Community Partnership (FCP) is now accepting applications for its Bucks Innovation & Improvement (BIIG) and Capital Improvement (CAP) fall grant cycles. Eligible nonprofits can submit a Letter of Inquiry by October 1, 2025, through FCP’s web site. “Nonprofits are an essential component in delivering essential services to the most vulnerable people in our communities,”…
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WSJ: Urban Outfitters Sees Higher Second Quarter Sales and Profit, But Warns of Stronger Tariff Impact
Philadelphia-based Urban Outfitters reported higher sales and profit in the second quarter, but expects a stronger impact from tariffs than previously projected, writes Katherine Hamilton for The Wall Street Journal. According to Chief Operating Officer Frank Conforti, the apparel and home goods retailer now expects tariffs to reduce gross margins by 75 basis points in…
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Developer Warns of Montco Housing Strain Despite Soaring Costs
Andrew Kaye, former president of the Home Builders Association of Montgomery County who now leads a residential development company operating in the five-county Philadelphia area, noted that building in Pennsylvania is becoming increasingly expensive, writes Michaelle Bond for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “The cost to buy ground is bigger, the cost to develop ground is…
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Greater Philadelphia’s Construction Moves From Multifamily Development to Data Centers
The construction focus in Greater Philadelphia has shifted significantly, moving from an apartment boom to large data centers in suburban areas, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. One of the largest projects is the proposed 6 million-square-foot data center in Delaware, called Project Washington. Starwood Digital Ventures wants to construct 11 buildings on…
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Villanova University Wawa Store Has Opened on Campus
Returning Villanova University students won’t have far to go when Wawa cravings hit. The Delaware County-based convenience store chain has opened a Villanova Wawa store on the campus, writes Hanah Hammond for CSP Daily News. “We’ve officially opened at Villanova University, bringing our [next-generation] design into the Connelly Center renovation just in time to welcome…
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Bucks County Teen’s Near-Death Experience Inspires AED Awareness Movement
Last month, during a school basketball game, 15-year-old Evan Blanch was playing when his heart suddenly stopped and he collapsed on the court, reports Brendan Brightman and Deanna Durante for NBC10 Philadelphia. The young man was recently able to meet and thank the first responders who saved his life. Ann Marie DiSteffano, a nurse at…
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Pot-Bellied Pigs Found in Nockamixon State Park Spark SPCA Investigation
A second pot-bellied pig seen wandering in Nockamixon State Park has been rescued by the Bucks County SPCA, reports Trish Hartman for 6abc. The two-year-old, 88-pound pig named Lewis was spotted near the fishing pier in the park. He was lured over with food and is currently being cared for in the SPCA’s Quakertown shelter.…
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When the Leaves Start to Change, Hit This Scenic Road and Explore Bucks County
As summer slowly draws to a close, it won’t be long before the leaves begin to change color. One of the best scenic drives in the country is right in Bucks County, giving locals the chance to see the area’s most stunning fall scenery, writes Jim Wright for PhillyBite Magazine. The historic River Road, or…
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Enjoying Fall in the Philly Area
Autumn is the best time of the year. That’s, um, not an opinion. Think about it. It’s cool enough to be outside without insects or reptiles ruining your life, but not so cold you mistake yourself for one of Shackleton’s crew. Halloween and Thanksgiving glint on the horizon, with the winter holidays warmly on their…
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How PECO Green Region Grants Help Sustain Wissahickon Valley Park
For two decades, the PECO Green Region Open Space program, powered in partnership with Natural Lands, has helped transform the region’s parks, trails, and public green spaces. That impact is seen vividly through organizations like Friends of the Wissahickon, the nonprofit steward of Philadelphia’s treasured Wissahickon Valley Park. Since 2007, Friends of the Wissahickon has received multiple PECO Green…
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Shridatt Acquires Executive Residency by Best Western in Horsham for $11.5 Million
Shridatt, owned by the Gandhi family, has acquired the 110-key Executive Residency by Best Western Philadelphia-Willow Grove in Horsham for $11.5 million, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The extended-stay hotel sold on July 15, with a per-key price of $104,545. Jeet Gandhi, general manager of the hotel, noted that the final price…
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Michelin Guide Chooses Philadelphia As Host City for 2025 Northeast Cities Awards Ceremony
Philadelphia is set to host Michelin Guide’s 2025 Northeast Cities ceremony, which could be a positive sign for local restaurants to earn more potential recognition, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Michelin North America revealed earlier this week that the announcement ceremony will be held on November 18 at the Kimmel Center for…
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Here Are 5 Recommended Top Restaurants in Chadds Ford
Chadds Ford is known best for its history, scenery, and art, but there’s also plenty of vibrant and sophisticated restaurants to visit, writes Allie Forge for PhillyBite Magazine. Brandywine Prime is a modern American steakhouse that offers upscale and elegant dining, set in a restored 1703 stone building. The menu often features organic ingredients sourced…
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Chester County Home to Four of Region’s 15 Most Expensive Housing Markets
Chester County is home to four towns that are ranked among the 15 most expensive places to buy a home in Greater Philadelphia, according to a recently released ranking by Stacker. To compile the list, Stacker used data from Zillow, which compared a total of 235 cities and towns. Devon tops the list as the…
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Two Bucks County Towns Among Pennsylvania’s Best Places to Chill
New Hope and Doylestown were recently ranked among the best small towns in the state to chill out in by World Atlas. Dating back to the 18th century, New Hope features an array of art galleries, restaurants and shops in colonial-era buildings. The town, situated along the Delaware River, offers cozy vibes and plenty of…
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