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P.J. Whelihan’s Opens in Newtown: A New Sports Bar Takes Over the Former Iron Hill Brewery Space
One of the Philadelphia region’s most recognizable sports bar brands just landed in Newtown, and it’s filling a vacancy that locals have had their eye on for months, writes Michele Haddon in the Bucks County Courier Times. P.J. Whelihan’s Pub + Restaurant opened at the Village at Newtown shopping center on Eagle Road last week,…
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Inside Bucks County’s Election System: Paper Ballots, Closed Networks, and Cybersecurity
In a county where election results often draw statewide attention, the Bucks County Board of Elections plays a central role in managing voting systems and protecting election integrity, according to Sarah Huffman writing for technical.ly. When Pennsylvanians head to the polls, Bucks County is always in the spotlight. Often described as one of the swingiest…
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Renowned Chef Opens New Restaurant at Newtown’s Former Sycamore Grill
Mélange on Sycamore, located at the site of the former Sycamore Grill in Newtown, has opened its doors with renowned Delaware Valley chef Joe Brown at the helm, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. The new restaurant mixes the warmth of Louisiana cuisine with Italian sophistication, with a menu featuring everything from perfectly seasoned fish dishes to cocktails. “We’re excited…
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Rocco’s Operator, Landlord Trade Lawsuits Over Newtown Restaurant’s Closure
The recent closure of Rocco’s at The Brick in Newtown has resulted in lawsuits between the landlord and the restaurant operator, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Rocco’s closed its doors in November, leading operator Marc Gelman to file a civil suit against property owners Verindar Kaur and her son, Chiranjiv Jouhal,…
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Philadelphia Marks Official Start of 2026 Tourism Season With Third Annual Philly Opener
Philadelphia’s 2026 tourism season is now officially upon us — a year in which the city could see its largest influx of visitors ever. During the third annual Philly Opener event at the Independence Visitor Center, CEO and President of the Philadelphia Visitor Center Kathryn Ott Lovell said this year’s work carries greater meaning. “As…
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Three New Restaurants Are Opening in Montgomery County This May — Here’s What to Know
Montgomery County’s restaurant scene is heating up this May, and there’s something for just about every appetite, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Fort Washington is getting a white-tablecloth moment. Chef Jeffrey Power, formerly of Ambler’s recently closed Dettera, is opening Academy Grill on South Bethlehem Pike. The Italian-inspired concept will feature seafood, steaks,…
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Philly’s ‘Skinny Joey’ Merlino Opening Cheesesteak Shop in Boothwyn
Just a year after opening his South Philadelphia cheesesteak shop, “Skinny Joey” Merlino is launching new locations at the Jersey Shore and Delaware County, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to his partner, Joe “Lil’ Snuff” Perri, the new Wildwood boardwalk location will be opening shortly after Memorial Day. Perri discussed that the boardwalk location will…
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Bucks County Town Ranks No. 3 on ConsumerAffairs List of Best Places to Move
Levittown has been ranked one of the best places to move in Pennsylvania, coming in at No. 3 on a list of 20 communities evaluated by ConsumerAffairs, as reported by JD Mullane for Bucks County Courier Times. The company assessed Pennsylvania’s largest communities across five categories: affordability, safety, economic strength, healthcare and education, and quality…
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Doylestown’s Lucatelli’s Pizzeria Brings Its Dave Portnoy-Approved Pies to Newtown
Lucatelli’s Pizzeria is continuing its rise across Bucks County, opening a second location in Newtown, according to a new article from TheKeystone. The story behind Lucatelli’s starts in Ambler, where owner Dave Schiano learned to make pizza at age 11 at his father’s Maple Glen Pizza. He eventually opened his own shop called Lucatelli’s in…
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10 Budget-Friendly Restaurants in Bucks County for Families (With Prices)
Eating out used to feel like a simple decision. Pick a place, feed the family, move on. These days it takes a little more thought. Restaurant prices have followed grocery prices up, and a casual meal for a family of four often lands between $60 and $100 before you factor in drinks and tip. That…
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Carversville Inn Named a Must-Visit Boutique Hotel by Travel + Leisure
A 212-year-old building in one of Bucks County’s smallest villages has landed on the national radar, earning a featured review by Regan Stephens in Travel + Leisure after a years-long transformation into a boutique hotel and restaurant. The Carversville Inn, located in the heart of the tiny village of Carversville, not far from New Hope,…
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Bucks County Farmers Markets Worth Visiting This Season
Bucks County has no shortage of farmers markets, and the options keep growing. Whether you want a Saturday morning tradition, a midweek evening outing, or year-round access to local goods, there’s a market that fits. Start with freshness. Much of what you see was harvested within a day or two. Flavor is stronger. Texture holds.…
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This Bucks County Town Has Been Voted One of the Coziest in Pennsylvania
A popular town in Bucks County recently made the list for being one of the coziest spots in Pennsylvania, a major title for the area. Staff writers for MyDatingAdviser wrote about the unique town. Doylestown is considered to be one of the most wonderful places to visit in the state. From the wide array of…
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Popular Doylestown Ice Cream, Pretzel Shop Considered a Hidden Gem of the Area
The Salt Box in Doylestown is Bucks County’s sweetest hidden gem with delicious offerings that are guaranteed to satisfy everybody, whether they like sweet or salty, writes Gianna for New Jersey 101.5. The shop makes soft pretzels, including offering stuffed ones, along with their own ice cream. It is currently getting thousands of views on…
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74-Year-Old Yardley Grandmother Becomes Taylor Swift Superfan, Earns ‘Swiftie Mom’ Title
Linda Fox, a seventy-four-year-old Yardley grandmother, is not shy about sharing her devotion to Reading native Taylor Swift – but not with the people her age, writes Angela Barbuti for The New York Post. “I don’t really talk to my friends about it,” she said. “I’m trying to stay younger. I just hang out with…
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Mother’s Day Has Local Roots. Get to Know the Woman Who Invented It, and Why She Hated It
Historian Taylor Schmalz is reminding all of us this Mother’s Day of the woman who started the holiday over a century ago and later despised what it became. But she’s painting its founder in a brighter light, writes Elizabeth Wellington for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Schmalz is a director at Historic St. George’s Museum and Archives,…
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Conshy Woman’s ‘Fashion Time Capsule’ Becomes TikTok Content for Granddaughter 70 Years Later
Marie D’Allesandro Donato, of Conshohocken, returned from her honeymoon in 1952. Feeling nostalgic, packed every outfit worn on the romantic trip into a green suitcase, preserving the couture as a family heirloom. Celia Fernandez covered their resurrection 70 years later for the Insider. “The excitement of the future ahead was what my honeymoon meant to…
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“Remember the Ladies”: 12 Philadelphia Women Who Shaped a Revolution
Everyone knows the story of Betsy Ross and the first American flag, sewn in a small upholstery shop on Arch Street in Old City Philadelphia. But Ross wasn’t the only woman whose work helped define the Revolutionary War and the American cause. Across Philadelphia, American women, including writers, fundraisers, spies, poets, and even soldiers, played…
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