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Bensalem Institution Fisher’s Approaches Reopening After Major Renovation
The Bensalem institution Fisher’s, which closed in the summer of 2024, is getting closer to reopening its doors following an extensive renovation, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. The popular eatery is in the process of completing the transformation of the first floor into a seafood buffet restaurant while revitalizing its second-level…
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Perkasie Doctor Supports Cancer Patients with Holistic Wellness Approach
Dr. Monique Gary, a breast surgeon and founder of Still Rise Farms in Perkasie, is helping cancer and chronic illness patients by integrating traditional medicine with holistic healing, writes Racquel Williams for KYW Newsradio. After 11 years in practice, Gary drew inspiration from her mother and grandmother, both nurses, to specialize in oncology surgery. “They…
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Here’s Where to Find Bucks County’s Most Delicious Burgers
The burger landscape in Bucks County is replete with local eateries that elevate the humble burger to gourmet status, writes Kristen Kwiatkowski for Eater. From historic inns to modern gastropubs, the area has a diverse array of burgers for aficionados seeking unique and flavorful creations. Best known for its historic ambiance and extensive bourbon collection,…
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Discover Bucks County’s Pizza Revolution at Nico’s in New Britain
In Bucks County lies a culinary gem that’s making waves with its innovative approach to pizza. Nico’s Pizza in New Britain, under the guidance of owner Marco Morabito, prides itself on culinary innovation and experimentation. At Nico’s, the mission is clear: to push the boundaries of traditional pizza-making and offer customers an unforgettable dining experience.…
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Valley Forge Park Alliance Recruiting Readers, Vocal Groups for 250th Independence Day Commemoration
Two hundred and fifty years after a bold declaration changed the course of history, the fields of Valley Forge are preparing to echo with celebration once again. As the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Valley Forge Park Alliance (VFPA) — nonprofit partner to Valley Forge National…
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Weekend Wanderer: The Problem with ‘The Hobbit’ and ‘RoboCop’
One of the nerdier things I participate in is Biblioventures through The Rosenbach, a Philadelphia museum for literature lovers. Biblioventures is a free, online series. Each season, the Rosenbach picks a book. One chapter, section, or story is assigned per week. Then, a Rosenbach staffer and a guest host a live YouTube session every Monday to discuss the assigned reading. Listen. This isn’t even the nerdiest thing about me.…
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DelVal’s Psychology Department to Host Panel Discussion on Teen Stress, Transition to Adulthood
Delaware Valley University’s Department of Psychology will host It Takes a Community, featuring insights from psychologists and education professionals discussing teen stress, school, and the transition into adulthood. This event, part of the department’s Spring Speaker Series, will be held on March 18 in the Life Sciences Building Auditorium. Doors open at 5 PM, and…
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Burgers Done Right: A Tasty Tour of Bucks County Favorites
Bucks County knows its burgers and not just the basic kind, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for Visit Bucks County. From crispy smash patties and breakfast-inspired stacks to grass-fed beef and chef-driven creations, the county’s burger scene is packed with personality, flavor, and plenty of local flair. In Yardley, Pretty Bird Coffee flips the switch from coffee…
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Pizza Lovers Can Check Out These Tasty New Spots Around Bucks County
There are a few new spots for pizza fans to explore in Bucks County, serving up delicious pies and more for locals to enjoy, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Pizza Pit recently opened in Bensalem at Broken Goblet Brewing’s mixing room. The 14-inch pizzas pair perfectly with the brews on tap offered in the industrial-style space…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: $2.9M Extraordinary Rambler in Newtown
A rambler home on a 1.85-acre lot with seven bedrooms and seven full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Newtown. This stunning residence is fully gated and fenced with nearly 10,000 square feet of refined living space and a commanding presence on the property. . . Refined details include soaring ceilings, hand-crafted…
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Freedom Village Residents Support Employees and Local Nonprofits
Freedom Village at Brandywine residents demonstrated their commitment to giving back this February through two resident-led fundraising initiatives benefiting employees and local nonprofit organizations. The community’s scholarship committee held a donut sale, selling 300 donuts and raising $800. Proceeds will fund scholarships awarded later this year to qualifying Freedom Village employees, helping support their continued education and…
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Philadelphia Developer Expanding Fishtown Apartment Project After Securing $22M in Financing
Philadelphia developer PCG Investment has secured $22 million in financing, allowing it to expand its original plan for a Fishtown apartment project, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Called the Fairman, the new two-building project on Delaware Avenue across from Penn Treaty Park will feature a two-building, 86-unit apartment project. The project will…
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Jason Kelce’s Weakened Ankles Led to Golf Issues and an Unusual Solution
Jason Kelce, a former Eagles center and Haverford resident, has been embracing golf since retiring from the NFL, but his 13-year career has left him with weak ankles that make wearing standard golf shoes a problem, writes James Shearman for Yahoo!Sports. So with golf season just around the corner, he decided to move beyond traditional…
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Athlete Relocation Expert Elizabeth Herremans Moves to West Chester’s VRA Realty
Birds Nesting, founded by Elizabeth Herremans, has moved from luxury real estate brokerage Serhant Pennsylvania to West Chester-based VRA Realty, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Herremans, wife of former Philadelphia Eagles guard Todd Herremans, founded the firm to help athletes relocate to and settle in the Philadelphia area. At first, she focused on Eagles players, but after joining Serhant, she expanded to other athletes. Birds Nesting supports athletes who have…
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Wall Street Journal: Newtown Native Alex Cooper Expands Media Empire with ‘Call Her Daddy’
Newtown native Alex Cooper has made significant strides in the media industry since her rise to fame with the popular podcast “Call Her Daddy,” writes Sarah Ashley O’Brien for The Wall Street Journal. In 2021, Cooper inked a groundbreaking three-year, $60 million deal with Spotify. As this agreement nears its end, Cooper is setting…
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Historic 1740 Stone Colonial Farmhouse with Three-Story Bank Barn Listed in Yardley
A 1740 stone colonial farmhouse featuring a walk-in fireplace and a fully restored three-story stone bank barn was recently put on the market in Yardley, writes Mathew Abraham for Century Homes America. This historic estate showcases stunning pre-Revolutionary architecture perfectly nestled on 45 acres of preserved land. It offers a rarely seen blend of the…
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Mental Health Diversion Center Celebrates Grand Opening in Doylestown
Last week, the Bucks County Commissioners celebrated the grand opening of the new Diversion, Assessment, Restoration, and Treatment (DART) Center in Doylestown, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. The single-story facility was constructed at the former Bucks County Women’s Community Corrections Center. It will serve adults suffering from mental illness in the criminal justice system to promote recovery through community support and treatment and…
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Future of 340-Year-Old Farm in Lower Makefield Township Uncertain
The future of Patterson Farm in Lower Makefield Township remains uncertain as the township and a local group both seek to preserve the space in different ways, writes Dan Sullivan for Lancaster Farming. The 234-acre farm, settled by Quaker Thomas Janney in 1683, was purchased by the township as open space in 1998 for $7.2 million. The township recently applied to have the farm added to…
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