• Renowned Animal Scientist and Autism Advocate Temple Grandin to Return to DelVal to Present Research

    Renowned Animal Scientist and Autism Advocate Temple Grandin to Return to DelVal to Present Research

    Temple Grandin, the renowned animal scientist and autism advocate, will return to Delaware Valley University on Wednesday, April 29. Grandin will discuss her book, The Grandin Papers, which features more than 50 years of research on animal behavior and welfare that changed the livestock industry. “Over the last 50 years, Dr. Grandin has had a…

  • Indoor Pickleball Franchise Chooses Bucks County for Pennsylvania Debut

    Indoor Pickleball Franchise Chooses Bucks County for Pennsylvania Debut

    As pickleball continues to surge in popularity all across the country, PickleRage, an indoor pickleball club franchise, is preparing to open its first Pennsylvania location in Bucks County. The new facility will include state-of-the-art indoor courts, professional-grade amenities, and a welcoming atmosphere that is designed to suit players of all skill levels. Owned and operated…

  • Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant Returns to Huntingdon Valley After Fall Shutdown

    Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant Returns to Huntingdon Valley After Fall Shutdown

    The Huntingdon Valley location of the former Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is making a comeback as one of five sites that have now been scheduled to reopen after a Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing, writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. The once-popular spot, located at 785 Huntingdon Pike, closed in the fall when the chain…

  • This Cozy Doylestown Diner Serves Some of the Best Pancakes in the County

    This Cozy Doylestown Diner Serves Some of the Best Pancakes in the County

    Doylestown’s Cross Keys Diner, a former farmhouse turned eatery, is a delicious spot to grab a bite to eat, known for its cornmeal buttermilk pancakes, writes Claire Allar for Family Destinations Guide.   These pancakes are the perfect balance of crispy on the edges and fluffy in the middle, thanks to the addition of cornmeal.…

  • Bucks County Plant Nursery Ranked in the Top Ten in the Country by USA Today 

    Bucks County Plant Nursery Ranked in the Top Ten in the Country by USA Today 

    Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve’s Native Plant Nursery in Solebury was recently ranked as one of the top nurseries in the country, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times.   The Bucks County nursery was listed in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, placing at No. 10 in the ranking.   According to a press release from the USA Today Network, the nurseries…

  • Montgomery County Bank Officially Acquired by Quakertown’s QNB Bank

    Montgomery County Bank Officially Acquired by Quakertown’s QNB Bank

    Quakertown-based QNB Bank has officially completed its acquisition of Montgomery County’s Victory Bank, writes Amy Unger for WFMZ 69 News.  The all-stock deal was first announced last September for $40.97 million.  Victory Bank will now serve as a division of QNB Bank until Victory’s systems are converted to QNB in mid-June. Victory Bank offices and branches will then reopen…

  • Meridian Bank House of the Week: $1.3M Storybook Retreat in Yardley 

    Meridian Bank House of the Week: $1.3M Storybook Retreat in Yardley 

    A custom-built home on 5,531 square feet with five bedrooms and four full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Yardley.  A grand two-story foyer introduces the home, featuring imported marble flooring and a sweeping staircase.   . . From there, the layout unfolds into a series of elegant living areas, including a formal living room with…

  • Historic Bucks County Restaurant Has Been Serving Customers for Centuries

    Historic Bucks County Restaurant Has Been Serving Customers for Centuries

    McCoole’s at the Historic Red Lion Inn in Quakertown has been delivering delicious food to patrons in its historic restaurant since the 1700s, writes Claire Allard for Family Destinations Guide.   The colonial-era building takes guests back to another time, with its stone foundations and wooden balconies that have served Revolutionary War soldiers and modern diners alike.   Inside, the historic…

  • These Bucks County Bookstores Are the Perfect Place to Find Your Next Read 

    These Bucks County Bookstores Are the Perfect Place to Find Your Next Read 

    For readers looking to add some new options to their To-Be-Read list, there are several independent bookstores around Bucks County with plenty of books to explore, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for Visit Bucks County.  The Next Chapter Bookstore is a cozy spot in Sellersville owned by a mother and daughter duo. They offer a variety of used books for…

  • Abington Residents Invited to Weigh In on New Middle School Plans

    Abington Residents Invited to Weigh In on New Middle School Plans

    Abington residents will soon get a closer look at plans for a major school project, and a chance to weigh in, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. The Abington School District will host an open house on April 21 to present initial designs for a new Abington Middle School, part of a $285 million investment approved…

  • Modest Increase in Foreign-Born Workers Leaves Philadelphia Behind Peer Cities in Economic Growth

    Modest Increase in Foreign-Born Workers Leaves Philadelphia Behind Peer Cities in Economic Growth

    Greater Philadelphia’s economic growth has trailed many peer cities, driven by only modest increases in foreign-born workers between 2014 and 2024, write Ryan Mulligan and Joanne Drilling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Brookings’ annual Metro Monitor research examined how economic growth in the largest metropolitan areas across the country corresponded with the changes in their…

  • A Look Back at How a Devon Native Became the Third Person to Walk on the Moon

    A Look Back at How a Devon Native Became the Third Person to Walk on the Moon

    While no astronauts on Artemis II tout Philly-area roots, a look back at aerospace history reveals that Chester County native Pete Conrad played an important role in early space exploration, writes Michaela Althouse for PhillyVoice. A crew member of Apollo 12, Conrad became the third person to set foot on the moon in November 1969.…

  • Folks Are Lining Up These Days to Buy Homes Along the Main Line

    Folks Are Lining Up These Days to Buy Homes Along the Main Line

    There are bidding wars for Main Line homes currently selling well above their asking price, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The prestige of living on the Main Line is causing a gold rush mentality for people hoping to buy property there. Realtor Karen Strid listed a Radnor home on Tuesday as a…

  • Four Bucks County School Districts Are Among Pennsylvania’s Top 100

    Four Bucks County School Districts Are Among Pennsylvania’s Top 100

    Four Bucks County school districts have placed among the top 100 in Pennsylvania, according to a recently released ranking based on standardized test scores, writes Ethan Lott for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The formula used to rank school districts drew on the last three years of available Pennsylvania System of School Assessment scores in math,…

  • New Jersey Town Just Outside of Bucks County Considered State’s Most Up-and-Coming Area

    New Jersey Town Just Outside of Bucks County Considered State’s Most Up-and-Coming Area

    A town very close to Bucks County has become a regular stop for both locals and visitors to the area, considered a companion to a popular town. Shannon Holly wrote about the town for Lite 96.9. Lambertville is connected to Bucks County by the New Hope-Lambertville Bridge, where locals and visitors can either drive or…

  • New Hope Lodge Under New Ownership, Special Renovations Coming

    New Hope Lodge Under New Ownership, Special Renovations Coming

    Foyer Hospitality, the owners of Michelin-recognized Hotel Anna & Bel in Fishtown, have partnered to acquire New Hope Lodge for more than $3.8 million in late January, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. New Hope Lodge Partners LLC, the entity behind the partnership, is linked to Andrew Benioff, founder and managing partner of…

  • With Firstrust Bank as Title Sponsor, Conshy Classic to Benefit Johnnie’s Place and Honor a Son’s Memory

    With Firstrust Bank as Title Sponsor, Conshy Classic to Benefit Johnnie’s Place and Honor a Son’s Memory

    On Saturday, June 6, the streets of Conshohocken will transform into a high-speed stage, filled with cyclists, spectators, and the rapid pulse of race-day intensity. For avid cyclist Michael Dinda, EVP and Chief Lending Officer at Firstrust Bank, the third annual Conshy Classic carries a deeper purpose — honoring the life of his son, John…

  • Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter Teams Up with Two Stars in New Music Video

    Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter Teams Up with Two Stars in New Music Video

    Quakertown-born Sabrina Carpenter teamed up with actress Margaret Qualley for her new “House Tour” music video featuring a sultry heist, writes Taijuan Moorman for USA Today.  The pair, who co-directed the Man’s Best Friend album music video, are joined by actress Madelyn Cline as they rob a mid-century mansion.   The trio raids everything from the refrigerator to the lingerie drawer, engages in some sword fighting, and…