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Croydon Brewery Has New Romantic Beer Out Just in Time for Valentine’s Day
A popular Bucks County brewery is bringing in the most romantic time of the year with a new beer that is perfect for the fun holiday. Staff reporters from American Craft Beer wrote about the new brew. With the start of the new year, American craft brewers – including those in Bucks County – are…
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Quakertown Walmart One of Several Company Stores to Get Sleek New Design
As Walmart continues to improve their business tactics, one of their Bucks County locations is reflecting a new look for a new year. Staff writers from Businesshala wrote about the business’ latest updates. Walmart has turned five of its SuperCenters, including the one in Quakertown, into new flagship stores with brighter lighting, mannequins that display…
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Come Celebrate George Washington’s Birthday in the Area Where He Crossed the Delaware
As his birthday fast approaches, residents of Bucks County can celebrate George Washington’s birthday with the man himself. Washington Crossing Historic Park, located at 1112 River Road in Washington Crossing, will be celebrate the namesake president’s 291st birthday on Feb. 19 from 11 AM – 2 PM. This event is sponsored by the Friends of…
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Delaware Valley University Students Attend Intensive Leadership Development Program
Delaware Valley University students participated in a four-day, intensive leadership development program over winter break. The LeaderShape Institute and DelVal partnered to host a session of the Institute from Jan. 9 to Jan 13. The LeaderShape Institute is recognized nationally as one of the premier leadership development programs for college students. The retreat took place at Black Rock Retreat…
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Bucks County Leadership: Ellen Langas, President and Founder, NouSoma Communications
Ellen Langas, founder and president of NouSoma Communications, Inc., spoke to BUCKSCO Today about growing up in the Pittsburgh suburbs and later living and starting her company in Chester County. Born to Greek parents, her early years were a slice right out of the movie My Big Fat Greek Wedding. She moved to Chester County…
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Middletown Township Police Department Remembers Fallen Detective 14 Years After His Tragic Passing
A Bucks County police department is celebrating the life and work of a detective who lost his life in the line of duty many years ago. The Middletown Township Police Department recently acknowledged the 14 year anniversary of the death of Detective Christopher Jones, who was killed the line of duty on Jan. 29, 2009.…
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VFTCB Reminds about Schuylkill River Greenways Grant Application Window for 2023 Restoration Fund
The Schuylkill River Greenways annually awards hundreds of thousands of dollars in grant money to private and government organizations that work to improve conditions in the Schuylkill River watershed. The 2022 awardees included: These projects, encompassing five Phila.-area counties, improve not only the Schuylkill River but also the entirety of the watershed and the communities…
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Centric Bank President & CEO Patricia Husic Spotlighted on 2023 Power List
Centric Bank’s President & CEO is getting recognized for her leadership. Central Penn Business Journal spotlighted Patricia Husic on their 2023 Power List in Banking and Finance. This Power List is a compilation of leaders whose positions give them the opportunity to shape central PA communities and influence the quality of life in the region. “From accountants to…
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Bucks County Program Worked to Restore Books Filled with Signatures from William Penn
A Bucks County government agency recently worked to see that several books connected to the state’s founder were made like new. Dan McPhillips, the Bucks County Recorder of Deeds, recently discussed the work that the County’s Adopt-A-Book program has done to preserve priceless books. Specifically, the program worked to restore and improve several rare books…
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Popular Mexican-Fusion Restaurant Chain Opens Fifth Pennsylvania Location in Warminster
A popular restaurant chain recently opened their latest location in Bucks County, and now local residents have a new dining option. Bubbakoo’s Burritos, a Mexican-fusion concept restaurant chain, opened their latest location in Warminster on Jan. 30. Owned by existing operators, Nivas, Riken and Milin Patel, the restaurant is located at 768 Street Road in the Center Point…
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Bucks County Opportunity Council Works with Philadelphia Nonprofit to Fill Bensalem Food Pantry
A Bucks County organization recently made a donation to a nearby nonprofit in order to help those facing hard times. The Bucks County Opportunity Council, located at 100 Doyle Street in Doylestown, recently collaborated with the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, Derstine’s, Inc., and the Share Food Program in order to collect food for those…
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Hey Wawa, Now Rutter’s Coming to Town With Some New Stores
There’s another player In the convenience store wars coming to our region. Its name is Rutter’s. York-based convenience store and gas station chain Rutter’s is expanding with 50 new stores over the next five years, and some are coming into Wawa territory, writes Michael Tanenbaum for Philly Voice. Exact locations haven’t been named, but the…
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Hilltown-Based Bakery Announces Official Opening of Long-Planned New York Location
A popular Bucks County bakery recently opened a second location out of the area, bringing their famous confections to a new audience. Bucks County Biscotti, with a main location situated at 10 West Creamery Road in Hilltown Township, recently announced that the opening of a second location in Queensbury, NY. The new location was built…
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Morrisville’s Snipes Farm and Education Center Welcomes Two New Naturalist Experts
One of Bucks County’s most popular farms has announced the addition of two new educators, who will teach important lessons of nature. Snipes Farm and Education Center, located at 890 West Bridge Street in Morrisville, recently announced the addition of two new naturalists to their staff. The educators will help local residents and visitors to…
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Penn Community Bank Recognized for Commitment to Equitable, Inclusive Banking
Penn Community Bank, the largest mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, announced that its Access Checking account has once again been certified by the national Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (CFE Fund) as meeting the Bank On National Account Standards (2023–2024). The national safe account standards, co-created by consumer advocates, leading national nonprofit organizations, civic leaders,…
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Bucks County Community College Encourages High School Scribes to Enter 36th Annual Poetry Contest
Bucks County Community College, which has been nurturing writers for more than 50 years, calls on creative young people to enter the 36th annual Bucks County High School Poet of the Year contest for the chance to win $300. Students have until Friday, March 10 to submit three original poems, according to Dr. Ethel Rackin, director…
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Abington Friends School Holds Two Open Houses; Attendees Invited to See Stellar Education in Action
Abington Friends School (AFS) is inviting prospective students and their families to two upcoming open house events at its 575 Washington Lane, Jenkintown, campus, which covers 50 acres. AFS tailors its educational programming for enrollees as young as age three, up through those in Grade 12. Dates, Times, Itinerary The admissions open houses are: Whether…
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Harcum College CFO Offers Reasons for Optimism on the U.S. Economy in 2023
The past year was a challenging one for the U.S. economy because of inflation and a bear stock market. However, based on the cyclical nature of the economy and the emergence of encouraging signs, there is a reason for optimism at both the macro and micro levels. Fundamentals of the Economy Looking ahead to 2023,…
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