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Doylestown Borough Begins Reorganization of Their Boards and Commissions. Read to Learn More
One of Bucks County’s most popular boroughs is undergoing a reorganization of their boards and other local government positions. Ed Doyle wrote about the reorganization for TAPInto Doylestown. At a recent meeting for the Doylestown Borough Council, several members of boards and commissions were reappointed amongst the vacant positions. Among the open positions filled were…
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Bucks County Solicitor Named Government Lawyer of the Year by Pennsylvania Bar Association
A Bucks County politician was recently recognized for his work in the community and his contributions to its residents. Joe Khan, the Solicitor of Bucks County, recently won the 2022 Government Lawyer of the Year Award. The award was presented to Khan by the Pennsylvania Bar Association, who recognized him for his work in the…
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Yardley Church to Showcase Popular Christmas-Themed Play for the Holiday Season
A Bucks County church is gearing up to celebrate the holidays in one of the most fantastic and artistic fashions possible. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, located at 54 West Afton Avenue in Yardley, will present Thornton Wilder’s one act play “The Long Christmas Dinner” on Dec. 11 at 2 PM and 7:30 PM. With a run…
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Hockey Player, Holy Ghost Prep Alum Shares His Story of Recovery After a Major Health Scare
A Bucks County hockey player has been sharing his story of his return to the ice following a harrowing health scare earlier this year. Staff writers at NBC 10 Philadelphia covered the young man’s journey. Jack Smiley, a native of Washington Crossing and an alum of Holy Ghost Prep in Bensalem, has been working through…
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Strong Relationships, Profound Experiences the Hallmark of Mentorship at The Haverford School
“Mentorship” doesn’t show up in The Haverford School’s core documents. It isn’t etched in stone on our Walk of Virtues, nor does it make an appearance in our mission, vision, or Essential Qualities of a Haverford School Graduate. And yet, it is certainly part of the fabric of the school. It is that invisible thread…
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Thanks to Dedicated Volunteers, Chalfont Nonprofit Has Been Rehabilitating Wild Animals for Decades
A Bucks County nonprofit has been diligently working to help wild animals get the rehabilitation they need for several decades. Todd Haas wrote about the organization for 6ABC. With the help of its dedicated volunteers, AARK Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center in Chalfont has been rehabbing wild animals for more than four decades. The nonprofit…
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Will Bucks County See a Tax Increase This Coming Year? Read to Learn More
With a changing economy and residents wondering what they will be paying this year, Bucks County has recently announced plans for local taxes. The Bucks County government recently released its preliminary 2023 operating budget of $457.5 million; this will be a 3.8 percent decrease from 2022. “Our administration is pleased to be able to present…
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Doylestown Residents Commended for Decades of Organizing Local Fishing Derby
Two Bucks County residents were recently recognized for their involvement in one of the area’s most fun and celebrated traditions. Ed Doyle wrote about the local residents for TAP Into Doylestown. Doylestown’s Borough Council has given thanks to Mike Stachel and Dave Windholz for their decades-long involvement in the town’s annual fishing derby. Windholz, the…
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Perkasie Lifeguards, Law Enforcement Officials Honored for Recent Swimming Pool Rescue
Several Bucks County lifeguards and law enforcement officials were recently recognized for the life-saving rescue of a local swimmer. Brock Koller wrote about the recent rescue at 6ABC Philadelphia. Three lifeguards, along with a police officer and a fireman, are being honored for rescuing s swimmer who was in dire straits at Menlo Aquatics Center…
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Manor College’s Fortesque, Jr., and Aiden Holman Voted USCAA Division I Men’s Soccer All-Americans
Manor College junior midfielder Eddie Fortescue, Jr., of Blue Bell, and freshman goalkeeper Aiden Holman of Hamilton, N.J., were voted U.S. Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) Division I Men’s Soccer All-Americans. It was announced at Dave and Buster’s as part of the USCAA Fall Championships All-American Banquet. According to the USCAA web site: “Award winners are…
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Lower Merion Deli’s Reubens Named the Best in the Country
Hymie’s Deli, Merion Station, is in the spotlight for its top-notch Reuben. Mashed.com’s Trevor Carlson calls it one of “the absolute best Reuben sandwiches in the U.S.” The classic melt-in-your-mouth sandwich has been an American deli staple for decades. But its backstory is a bit muddled, reports Carlson. Some historians cite a hungry actor who,…
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BUCKSCO Today Wishes You a Happy, Healthy Thanksgiving
The staff at BUCKSCO Today would like to wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving. We have much to be thankful for, as we enjoy our second year of growing our affiliate partners’ businesses, strengthening the fabric of Bucks County, and uniting people in a celebration of community, relationships, and life. Thank you for…
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Yardley Pharmaceutical Company Expects to Raise $50M From Public Stock Offering
A Bucks County pharmaceutical company is set to raise a large sum of money through recent financial dealings they have partaken in. John George wrote about the company for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Optinose, based in Yarldey, is currently wrapping up a public stock offering this week that is expected to bring the company $50…
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Pennsbury High School Marching Band Will Be in Opening Performance of Philly’s Annual Thanksgiving Day Parade
One of Bucks County’s most popular marching bands will once again be performing in a major Thanksgiving Day parade this week. Dino Ciliberti wrote about the upcoming event for the Yardley Patch. The Pennsbury High School Marching Band will make its 39th appearance in the 6ABC Dunkin’ Thanksgiving Day Parade in Philadelphia this Thursday. The…
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As Small Business Saturday Approaches, Peddler’s Village Is the Perfect Spot to Support Locally-Owned Shops
With Small Business Saturday coming this weekend, Peddler’s Village is home to a wide array of unique, locally-owned businesses. The Buck County shopping mall is known for its specialty shops, offering everything from clothes to cookware to a recently-opened shop specializing in Harry Potter-related items. With almost all of their 65 shops being locally owned,…
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This Bucks County School District Just Held a Very Successful Thanksgiving Food Drive
A Bucks County school district has been collecting and organizing food donations for those in need this holiday season. Students and staff from Neshaminy School District recently worked together to organize food donations at Maple Point Middle School in Langhorne. As part of their Thanksgiving Food Drive, students helped to make boxes of non-perishable food…
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Manor College’s Fortesque Jr., Named to USCAA Div. 1 Men’s Soccr All-Academic Team for 2nd Straight Season
Manor College junior midfielder Eddie Fortescue, Jr., of Blue Bell, was named to the USCAA Division I Men’s Soccer All-Academic Team for the second straight season. It was announced at Dave and Buster’s as part of the USCAA Fall Championships All-American Banquet. According to the USCAA web site, this award “is designed to recognize all…
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New Owners of Popular Bucks County Toy Stores Are Helping Local Children Get Their Letters to Santa
The new owners of two popular Bucks County toy stores are working with the community to help young Christmas lovers get their letters to Santa. Tyler and Alexa Moore, along with Dan and Ashley Rosenthal, are the new owners of Learning Express, which has location in both Newtown ( 2829 South Eagle Road) and Richboro (800…
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