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Three Best Friends and Pennsbury Grads Open New Brewery in Morrisville
Best friends and Pennsbury High School grads Frank Brill, Ken Terry and Rob Staples are getting ready to open RiverTide Brewing in Morrisville in the former Bitchin’ Kitten space, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. “Frank’s a great brewer, Kenny’s great in the kitchen and I run a great front of…
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La Grange in Yardley Hopes to Become New Bucks County Food Destination
La Grange, which opened its doors in Yardley this spring as a French brasserie, is positioning to be a premier food destination in Bucks County, writes Craig LaBan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Executive chef Peter Woolsey, the former chef-owner of well-regarded Bistrot La Minette in Queens Village, has already prepared a menu featuring classic French…
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Two Bucks County Downtowns Rank Among Pennsylvania’s Most Charming and Walkable
Two towns in Bucks County have been named among the top five most charming and walkable downtowns in Pennsylvania, writes Makayla Maxwell for the Islands. Doylestown’s downtown, which brims with creativity, features stunning historic architecture alongside an eclectic mix of museums, cafes, eateries, and shops, all within walking distance. Among the highlights is the Mercer…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: $3.2M Magnificent Colonial in Newtown
A magnificent colonial home on 23.77 acres with three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Newtown. . . This remarkable residence captures the essence of a historic farmhouse while offering modern comforts and timeless elegance. Distinctive details include original pumpkin pine floors, expansive windows with long-distance views, and built-in cabinetry, all thoughtfully…
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Little Explorers Adventure Park, a New Indoor Playground, Debuts in Dublin
Little Explorers Adventure Park, a new indoor playground, debuted last week in Dublin, which gives parents a place to relax while their children play, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Owners Loretto and Sydney Fantini launched the soft opening on March 2. The 3,600-square-foot indoor park, located at The Plaza at Dublin…
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William Way LGBT Community Center Will Be Demolished, Rebuilt Into New Building With Affordable Apartments
William Way LGBT Community Center’s headquarters’ future is now known, as the 176-year-old building is being demolished to make way for a new building with affordable apartments, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The new building will include up to 42 new affordable apartments for seniors. The current four-story, 14,000-square-foot building will be replaced…
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Breakfast Joint The Wiz Café Replaces Wilson’s Secret Sauce in Upper Darby
Wilson’s Secret Sauce on Township Line Road in Upper Darby will be replaced with an all-day breakfast and brunch restaurant, The Wiz Cafe, writes Victor Firillo for Philadelphia Magazine. The barbecue restaurant is closing soon, a year after Gordon Ramsay showed up in a new reality show, Gordon Ramsey’s Secret Service, to give the restaurant…
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David’s Bridal CEO on the Tech Powering the Future of Weddings
King of Prussia-based David’s Bridal is investing heavily in technology to modernize how couples plan weddings and shop for dresses, writes Dan Berthiaume for Chain Store Age. In a recent interview, CEO Kelly Cook outlined how artificial intelligence, video content, and digital tools are reshaping the bridal retailer’s strategy. Cook said planning a wedding can…
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King of Prussia Mall Posts Record Year as Experiential Retail Takes Over
The King of Prussia Mall is closing out another standout year, fueled by a strategy that goes beyond traditional retail, writes Emma Dooling for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Mall leadership says 2025 delivered record-setting sales and foot traffic, driven largely by an expanding lineup of experiential tenants that turn the shopping center into a regional…
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Reconnect with Nature Through Self-Care at These Bucks County Wellness Retreats
If you seek to reconnect with nature while prioritizing much-needed self-care, Bucks County offers several wellness retreats designed to help you achieve both, write Laura Brzyski and Kristen Schott for the Philadelphia Magazine. Honey Hollow Farm in New Hope is a National Historic Landmark nestled on 103 picturesque acres. The property features a beautifully preserved…
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Two Little Guys, Creator of Joe Tea, Opens Bensalem Headquarters With Eyes Toward Growth
Two Little Guys, the company behind the food and beverage brand Joe Tea, is moving its headquarters from New Jersey to Bensalem, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The move to the 22,245-square-foot building in Bucks County, which will expand the company’s headquarters by roughly 71 percent, is expected to be completed in…
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$8M Bristol Township Senior Center Opens With Fanfare Celebration
With hot dogs, popcorn, circus peanuts, and a packed house, Bristol Township celebrated the grand opening of its $8 million senior citizen center, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. “This beautiful new center is more than just a building,” said Bonnie Worth, the center’s executive director. “It’s a promise. A promise to…
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Swarthmore’s Latest Manager Out After Six Months, Interim Named
Last week, Swarthmore Borough Council voted unanimously to remove borough manager Sean Halborn after just six months in the role, writes Denali Sagner and Lisa Dukart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Officials did not disclose the reason for the termination. Halbom began serving as borough manager in September, following a series of positions in Montgomery County,…
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Penn Medicine Receives $10 Million Gift To Establish New First-Of-Its-Kind Research Center
Penn Medicine was recently gifted $10 million, which is being used to establish its new King Center for Lynch Syndrome, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to Penn Medicine, the new research center is the world’s first named for Lynch syndrome, a genetic condition that increases the risk of developing certain types…
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Could Abington’s Josh Shapiro Accept a Presidential Nomination in Philadelphia?
Philadelphia’s bid to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention is fueling speculation about a possible presidential moment for Abington’s Josh Shapiro, according to Axios. If Philadelphia ultimately wins the bid, it could set the stage for Abington native Josh Shapiro to accept the Democratic nomination in his home state. Philadelphia is currently among the finalists…
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Former Chester County CEO Says Decision to Let Staff Use Sports Betting Sites Led to His Exit
David Byerman, Chester County’s former CEO, said his removal last week resulted from an administrative decision he made more than a year ago to let county staff use sports betting and fantasy sports websites, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. After a little more than a year as the county’s chief administrative official, Byerman…
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A Proper Cup of Tea Awaits at This English-Inspired Spot in Lahaska
Wallace & Davis Enchanted English Tea Room is a cute and cozy spot at Lahaska’s Hollyberry Square shopping center that serves sweet beverages and a delicious menu, reports Sheila Watko for NBC10 Philadelphia. The shop is owned by Andréa Schlegel-Wallace, a self-proclaimed Anglophile and lover of all things English. “We wanted to create something that would give…









































