Community
-
Broadway Performer and Bristol Native Returns to His Hometown Stage
A Bristol native and Broadway performer returned to his hometown for Jelly’s Last Jam, a musical telling the story of the birth of jazz, writes Melinda Rizzo for the Bucks County Beacon. Stanley Martin stars as the musical’s lead, Ferdinand Joseph LaMothe, also known as Jelly Roll Morton, at the Bristol Riverside Theatre. Martin made his first appearance…
-
Valley Forge Rev Run Raises $100K in Milestone 20th Year
Montgomery County’s Valley Forge Revolutionary Run hit a major milestone this year, celebrating its 20th year with both a strong turnout and record fundraising, writes The Times Herald. The event held at Valley Forge National Historical Park brought together more than 1,500 runners and walkers from 23 states and even the Netherlands. The run was…
-
A-Day at DelVal Brings Food, Farms, and Family Activities This Weekend
Spring has a way of pulling people outside. This weekend in Doylestown, that pull leads to Delaware Valley University, where A-Day returns as a three-day celebration of community, agriculture, and campus life. Running April 24-26, the student-produced event transforms DelVal into a lively festival that blends hands-on learning with classic family fun. Kids head straight…
-
Mermaid Park Playground: A Destination for Nature-Inspired Play
It Started with an inspired idea Mermaid Park in Whitpain Township represents a landmark achievement in community-centered, nature-inspired play design, one that General Recreation is proud to have helped bring to life. The project began when General Recreation responded to a comprehensive Request for Proposal (RFP) developed by Kurt Baker, then the Parks and Recreation…
-
Harcum College Honors Healthcare Innovator Karthik Ganesh as Commencement Speaker and Doctorate Recipient
Harcum College will celebrate innovation and impact at its 110th Commencement Ceremony by welcoming OnMed CEO Karthik Ganesh as keynote speaker and honorary doctorate recipient. Recognized for his leadership in expanding access to healthcare, Ganesh will receive a Doctor of Humane Letters in Health Science and share insights with graduates on navigating a rapidly evolving…
-
Dine Better All Year for $150: The Farmer’s Daughter Launches a VIP Club Worth Joining
If you already find yourself at The Farmer’s Daughter Restaurant at Normandy Farm a few times a year, it’s worth doing the math before your next visit. A VIP Club membership runs $150 annually, and it doesn’t take long to recoup that. The complimentary Sunday brunch for two alone is worth the better part of…
-
Walmart Investing Big in Montco with Store Remodels and Faster Shopping Tech
Walmart is bringing a wave of upgrades to Montgomery County, with three local stores set to undergo renovations as part of a broader statewide modernization effort, writes Donna Rovins for The Reporter. The retail giant announced plans to remodel 32 stores across Pennsylvania, including locations in Lower Salford Township, Hatfield, and Cheltenham Township. The updates…
-
Meet the Creative Duo Behind Some of Philadelphia’s Most Iconic Restaurant Signs
For decades, Gibbs Connors and Christian Cantiello have been hand-painting the iconic signs that define Philadelphia’s restaurant scene, from the Borromini sign to the La Colombe lettering and beyond, writes Adam Clair for The Philadelphia Inquirer. After graduating from the Pratt Institute, Connors moved to Philadelphia in 1989 and quickly secured a steady job at…
-
Delaware County Uses TikTok to Link Local Government and Residents
Delaware County has been launching informative and often entertaining TikTok videos to reach residents, thanks to a Delaware County millennial and Gen Z comms team. The videos combine snappy humor with public service announcements. They are similar to the ones used by Zohran Mamdani in his bid for New York City mayor last fall, writes…
-
West Chester’s QVC Group to File for Bankruptcy, Plans 90-Day Restructuring
Amid ongoing efforts to manage $6.6 billion in debt, West Chester-based QVC Group has announced plans to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company disclosed in a 10-K filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission that it intends to file for bankruptcy in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern…
-
1,000 Residents, a Century-Old Suspension Bridge, and Miles of Canal Trail: This Town is Bucks County’s Best-Kept Secret
Home to just under 1,000 residents, Riegelsville provides a unique combination of canal history and picturesque scenery and includes a rare, century-old suspension bridge, writes Joshua Parle for the Islands. The Riegelsville Bridge, which remains in use today and links Pennsylvania to New Jersey, was designed by the engineers who built the Brooklyn Bridge. Thanks…
-
His Dad Started the Tradition. Now This Hilltown Man Bakes 2,000 Cookies Every Christmas Season.
By the first week of December, Hilltown resident Steve Bahmueller had baked almost 2,000 cookies, filling two freezer compartments and a mini fridge, writes Jo Ciavaglia for the Bucks County Courier Times. By the second week of December, Bahmueller had made 41 different flavors, including options like Christmas Pudding, Russian Tea, Ginger Spice, Turtle-Cashew, Lemon Sugar, Oatmeal Lace, and more. “It’s kind of turned…
-
Sellersville’s Julie K. Brown: Investigative Journalist Who Brought Epstein to Justice
Julie K. Brown, the investigative journalist who took down Jeffrey Epstein, grew up in Bucks County, where she learned to fight for the voiceless, writes Jason Nark for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Brown saw her mother face years of hardship raising three children alone in Sellersville, including neighbors throwing dirt “bombs” at their split-level home on…
-
Newtown Home Constructed by Architect Paul Rudolph to Hit Market for $5.85M
A Newtown home designed by famed architect Paul Rudolph will be hitting the market for $5.85 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The two-story house, which was one of only two homes Rudolph designed in Pennsylvania, was built for Judge John Fullam and his wife in 1959. The property wasn’t listed as part of Rudolph’s portfolio for decades, but was placed on…
-
Warminster’s Spartans Wrestling Club Celebrates 50th Anniversary
The Spartans Wrestling Club in Warminster is celebrating 50 years of serving the community and teaching the sport to young people, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. The Warminster Township Board of Supervisors honored the club last week for its decades of service. To show their appreciation for the support, the Spartans gifted recognition plaques to Supervisors Chairman Kenneth Hayes and Supervisor Chuck Heybach, who…
-
Check Out These 10 Doylestown Destinations During Your Next Visit
Doylestown is one of Bucks County’s gems with countless attractions and shopping destinations, and there are several spots worth paying a visit on your next trip, writes Lisa O for Worthly. The town is brimming with historical sites and landmarks that you can’t miss, starting with the Bucks County Civil War Library & Museum. Visitors can see battlefield relics and historic artifacts…
-
The Wawa Statistic Nobody Believes, Until You Do The Math
Wawa says it serves 1 billion customers every year. When I ask people to guess that number, they always come in low. Way low. No one lands near it. The real figure, 1 billion customers, gives people pause. At first glance, it sounds impossible. The U.S. has about 330 million people. Wawa operates in a…
-
More than a Dozen Events to Enjoy on the Region’s Circuit Trails Network on Saturday
Saturday, April 25 is Celebrate Trails Day, an annual, nationwide invitation to get outside and experience the trails that connect our communities. Led regionally by the Circuit Trails Coalition and nationally by Rails to Trails Conservancy, the day highlights the growing network of trails that make it easier to explore, commute, and connect. Across Greater Philadelphia and…
Founding Partners
Advertisement
Affiliate Partners
