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After Four Years of Operation, Amazon to Close Bensalem Facility
Four years after it was granted approval by the township to build it, Amazon will be closing its facility on State Road in Bensalem, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Operations at the facility are scheduled to wrap up in August, according to Amazon spokesman Steve Kelly. Customer demand prompted the company to open the…
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Influx of Celebrities Driving Real Estate Prices Up in New Hope
Celebrities flocking to New Hope are driving up real estate prices, making it unaffordable for many who had hoped to call this quiet hot spot home, writes Julie Gerstein for Realtor.com. The interest in New Hope is partly due to its location, which is roughly halfway between New York City and Philadelphia. People are also…
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Was ‘The Wickedest Man in the World’ Buried Just Outside of Bucks County? Here’s What We Know
According to several sources, one of the most infamous personalities of the last century may have found his resting place just outside of Bucks County. Aleister Crowley, dubbed by many publications as “The Wickedest Man in the World”, was an English author and occultist, who founded the spiritual philosophy/religion of Thelema back in the early…
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This Ivyland Creamery Was Recognized by the American Dairy Association
An Ivyland creamery got the seal of approval from two “ice cream officers” working for the American Dairy Association North East, writes Rita Giordano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Maddie Smith and Mia Svirsky from D.C. were tasked with embarking on a three-week tour of Pennsylvania creameries. Smith and Svirsky, who are friends and content…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Exquisite Manor in Doylestown on Market for $5 Million
An exquisite manor on 11.07 acres with five bedrooms and four full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Doylestown. . . This elegant residence offers a perfect blend of historic charm and modern luxury. Sophisticated features include radiant heated floors, a bar area, and gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Among the standout elements…
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Justin Demetrius Barker: Peirce College Graduate’s Journey to Commencement
Today’s feature is Justin Demetrius Barker, a graduate of the Master of Science Organizational Leadership and Management program. “Well, I came to Peirce about two years after graduating high school. I had attempted to attend Temple University and CCP, but I still hadn’t shaken off the high school C-student mentality. Honestly, I carried that mentality with me…
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Collegeville Office Buildings Sell to Globus Medical with Staggering Price Cut
Two office buildings in Collegeville have sold to Audubon-based Globus Medical for $6.2 million, marking an 81 percent drop in value since their last sale in 2018, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The buildings, located at 200 and 400 Campus Drive and previously known as Highview I and Highview II, are currently…
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TF Cornerstone, Now Sole Owner of Historic Wanamaker Building, Reveals Conversion Plans
New York City real estate developer TF Cornerstone has officially solidified its full ownership of the historic Wanamaker Building in Center City, writes Noah Zucker for BisNow. After initially purchasing the building’s first three floors in 2019, the developer later acquired the fourth through 12th floors and 660 parking spaces in its underground garage last…
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Longtime Owners Put Desmond Hotel in Malvern Up for Sale
Following a strong post-pandemic recovery, the longtime owners have put the 194-key Desmond Hotel Malvern up for sale to see what the market is like, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 37-year-old hotel was put on the market last week without a set asking price, but GVH Partners, the current owner, anticipates…
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Power Home Remodeling Expanding Chester Headquarters, 100s to be Hired
Power Home Remodeling has signed a 250,000 square-foot lease in Chester as it looks to expand its headquarters there, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. The expansion will also mean hiring 300 to 400 new workers. The 12-year lease adds 65,000 square feet to Power’s headquarters at the Wharf at Rivertown, the former Delaware…
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Bucks County Offers Variety of Wedding Venues Welcoming LGBTQ+ Couples
LGBTQ+ couples looking to tie the knot can feel at home in Bucks County, which offers many welcoming wedding venues, writes Jim Donovan for CBS News Philadelphia. New Hope and Lambertville have long been recognized as safe havens for the LGBTQ+ community for their inclusive attitudes. “We call it the bubble, and we always say…
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The Neshaminy Mall Needs a Makeover. Here’s What Locals Suggested
Everyone agrees the once-thriving Neshaminy Mall is in desperate need of some updates, writes Dino Ciliberti in the Patch. The 1 million square foot mall was a popular attraction in Bensalem Township, with people traveling from everywhere to shop. When Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo noted the mall needed a transformation, many locals were quick…
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Bucks County Leadership: Raghu Sangwan, Associate Chief Academic Officer and Director of Engineering Programs, Penn State Great Valley
Raghu Sangwan, Associate Chief Academic Officer and Director of Engineering Programs at Penn State Great Valley, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about his childhood in India as the eighth of nine siblings in a military family. Frequent moves made him introspective and academically driven, eventually leading him to pursue computer science in the U.S. after an…
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Bucks County Resident Building Monument at Abraham Lincoln’s Bristol Visit Site
On Feb. 21, 1861, on his way to his inauguration, Abraham Lincoln made a brief appearance in Bucks County, writes JD Mullane in the Bucks County Courier Times. Lincoln’s train arrived in Bristol, his 84th stop on his 93-stop journey from Springfield, Illinois, to Washington, D.C. All that remains of his Bucks County visit are…
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Kevin D. Marlo Golf and Racquet Classic Celebrated 25th Anniversary on Jun. 2
Harcum College hosted its 25th Annual Kevin D. Marlo Golf and Racquet Classic on Monday, Jun. 2, at the Llanerch Country Club. This signature fundraising event brings together alumni, trustees, friends, and community members for a fun and engaging day of golf, tennis, pickleball, and celebration in support of student scholarships. The 2025 Classic marked…
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Work Begins on Toll Brothers’ Royersford Development Featuring 30 Homes Starting at $1 Million
Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers has begun site work on its Royersford development, which will feature 30 single-family homes that will start at $1 million, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The luxury homebuilder purchased the 23-acre site at 183 Kline Road for $5.1 million in November. It sits just south of The Court…
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Couple Behind Chadds Ford Tavern Plans to Launch Franchising for National Expansion
Five Star Restaurant Group, the hospitality company owned by Philip and Kate Ferro, plans to franchise its tavern concept as the couple sets their sights on national expansion, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Ferros have signed a deal with Franchise Creator, a Miami-based consulting company, to help them franchise the concept…
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2 Players With the Philadelphia Eagles Named Tops in the NFL
ProFootball Focus has revealed its top NFL players for the past 25 years, and a former and current Philadelphia Eagle is included, writes Glenn Erby for Eagleswire. Jason Kelce of Haverford earned honorable mentions and Lane Johnson made first team on the PFF list. Johnson is coming off his 12th NFL season, and his second…
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