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Newtown Residents Submit Bids For Painting As Part of Fundraiser for Ukrainian Refugee Students
“Sunflowers for Ukraine,” an original art piece made by Council Rock students as a fundraiser for 25 refugee schoolchildren who are currently living and attending classes in the district, has found its new home in Newtown. Jeff Werner wrote about the recent art sale for the for the Newtown, PA Patch. Stommy Blaugh, a Newtown…
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King of Prussia Barbecue Chef Has Fans Squealing with Delight on National Bacon Lover’s Day
Chef Cenobio Canalizo — of Morgan’s Brooklyn Barbecue, King of Prussia — had FOX29 Philadelphia reporter Bill Anderson salivating during his Aug. 20 live report for National Bacon Lover’s Day. Canalizo, outside the studio, demonstrated how to make his restaurant’s renown cured bacon ribs. “I cure these myself for seven days,” Canalizo said. He then…
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Doylestown Native Was An Acclaimed Poet, But It Was His Marriage That Brought Him Attention
Acclaimed Doylestown poet Jean Toomer found himself at the center of media attention in the early 1930s for his marriage to Margey Latimer. Avi Wolfman-Arent wrote about the Toomer’s life in Billy Penn. Born to parents of multiethnic backgrounds, Toomer himself did not often identify as Black and instead referred to himself as an American.…
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Hulmeville Avenue Bridge Reopens After Three-Year Closure, $5.2 Million In Construction, and A New Name
The Hulmeville Avenue Bridge has reopened after a three-year closure and millions of dollars put into the project. Peg Quann wrote about the new bridge for the Bucks County Courier Times. The bridge was opened after $5.2 million was put into rebuilding the structure. It was also christened with a new name: the PFC John…
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Neshaminy School District Plans To Build New School, Sports Complex for $51.8M, $13M
Neshaminy School District is moving forward with plans for a new middle school location and high school sports complex. Peg Quann wrote about the plans and their timelines for the Bucks County Courier Times. This winter, the school district will oversee the construction of a new elementary school building on Maple Point Middle School’s campus.…
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31st Annual Doylestown Arts Festival Coming To Bucks County for Two Days
The 31st Annual Doylestown Arts Festival is returning to Bucks County for two days in mid-September. From Sept. 10-11, Bucks County residents can enjoy the aesthetic pleasures of amazing art from local painters, sculptors, and more. The event is free to attend and will last from 10 AM to 5 PM each day. “Featuring a…
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Here’s A List of Pets That Are Up For Adoption in the Levittown Area
Several pets are in need of a good home in the Levittown area, and one local organization has set up a list of each one with their details. Pet News originally published the list on the Levittown, PA Patch. Kacey Young female Schnauzer Tiny Paws Rescue Inc, Bristol, PA Good with kids and dogs Bea Older…
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Holy Ghost Prep One of Several Philadelphia Area Private Schools Upgrading Their Campuses
Holy Ghost Preparatory School in Bensalem is one of many local private schools looking to spend millions on campus upgrades. Todd Romero wrote about the planned expansions for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Throughout the Philadelphia area, private schools are beginning to spend a pretty penny on projects that will enhance or expand their infrastructure. Holy…
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Comedian, “Top Gear” Co-Host Adam Ferrara Making Appearance at the Newtown Theatre
Adam Ferrara, the comedian and actor of “Top Gear” fame, will be making an appearance at the Newtown Theatre in September. Jeff Werner wrote about the upcoming show for the Newtown, PA Patch. The actor and comedian will be at the historic theatre on Sept. 17 from 6 to 9 p.m. Tickets for the event…
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Inaugural Pa. Ag Power 100 List Recognizes Two Montco Shapers of the Agricultural Landscape
Montgomery County has two representatives on the inaugural Pa. Agriculture Power 100 list recently released by City & State Pennsylvania. The list recognizes people who shape the Keystone State’s agricultural landscape. Douglas Clemens, CEO of Hatfield-based Clemens Family Corporation, ranked highest in 12th place. Clemens is also chair of the board of his family business.…
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Generations of Shoppers Flock to Flocco’s in Conshohocken for Back-to-School Wear
The summer retail business usually focuses on shops selling bathing suits, tees, and sandals. But at Conshohocken’s Flocco’s Shoes, Clothes, and Formalwear, summer (at least from July forward) means back-to-school outfits, even as early as mid-July. Katherine Scott zipped up this specialty shop’s retail details for 6abc. Aug. at Flocco’s is something like Christmas Eve…
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Newtown Women Continuing Career on the Cheerleading Squad for the Philadelphia Eagles
The Philadelphia Eagles’ cheerleading squad continue to feature a woman from Newtown as the upcoming season begins. Ella Castronuovo wrote about the Bucks County native for the Bucks County Courier Times. Emily Rae Aita, a four-year veteran of the team’s cheerleading squad, will raise the spirits of Eagles fans across the Philadelphia area as she…
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Chalfont-Based Firm Leases 200,000-Square-Foot Industrial Building in Croydon Days After Touring It
A Chalfont logistics company will be using a large building in Croydon just days after touring it. Natalie Kostelni wrote about the large purchase for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Jillamy Inc., a third-party logistics company, recently sealed the deal on a 200,000-square-foot industrial buidling in Croydon. The building was originally purchased by Wharton Equity Partners…
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Neshaminy Creek Brewing Kicks Off the Fall Season With Two New Beers
A popular Croydon brewery is starting the fall season off right with two new beers made to enjoy as the weather gets cooler. Staff writers at Brewbound wrote about the new beers. Nehaminy Creek Brewing Company is releasing two new beers in celebration of the fall season. With an imperial version of their older Dunks…
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Holy Family University’s Doctor of Psychology in Counseling Psychology (Psy.D.) Program Awarded Accreditation
The Doctor of Psychology in Counseling Psychology (Psy.D.) degree program at Holy Family University’s School of Arts & Sciences has been awarded accreditation on contingency by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Psychological Association (APA), with the accreditation effective as of March 18. The University’s Psy.D. program will have until May 1, 2025, to provide outcome…
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The Bucks County Classic Is Returning to Doylestown. Read To Know When and How To Participate
The popular Bucks County Classic bike race will be returning to Doylestown in mid-September, seeing racers from around the world come to the area. Mike Maney wrote about the upcoming race for the Bucks County Herald. This year’s race will be the 18th edition of the popular race. With riders coming from around the globe,…
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Trumbauersville-Based School Bus Company Is Donating a Vehicle to Students in Ukraine
A bus manufacturer based in Trumbauersville is donated a vehicle to students in Ukraine who have had their educations uprooted by the recent conflict. Pryce Jamison wrote about the charitable act for the Bucks County Courier Times. The Levy School Bus Company is donated School Bus 737 to students in the Solomonova district in Ukraine.…
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Historic Bucks County Estate Makes List of Best Wedding Venues in the Philadelphia Region
A well-known Bensalem estate has recently made a list for the best wedding venues in and around the Philadelphia area. Staff writers at Philadelphia Magazine, in collaboration with Walden Green, wrote about the beautiful Bucks County spot. The Andalusia Historic House, Gardens and Arboretum, which has stood in Bucks County since 1794, made the top…
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