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If Fall’s Chill Is Driving the Kids Indoors — And That’s Driving You Nuts — Head to the Bucks County Children’s Museum
The Bucks County Children’s Museum in New Hope was hit with a double whammy. First, the pandemic closed its doors. Then, Hurricane Ida caused it to go dark for a while. But it’s back now, reports Kelsey Fabian for PHL17. Kelly Krumenacker, Executive Director, explained the museum’s intent: “Our mission here is to connect all…
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Thanksgiving Moose, With All The Dressings
I have a Thanksgiving quandary. One of my kids hates the holiday. You would think a kid with ancestry dating back to Plymouth Rock would feel obligated to enjoy a holiday manufactured around his quasi-ancestors. So entrenched in American history are my kids, they have code names lifted from the 1863 Battle of Gettysburg. My…
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Residents Sue Pennsbury School Board for Suppressing Free Speech, Invoking Orwell’s 1984
The Pennsbury School Board has been served with a U.S. District Court claim from four residents who charge that the body routinely infringes on their First Amendment rights. Rikki Schlott covered the action for Reason. The Institute for Free Speech represents the plaintiffs. The claim states that the school board routinely quells the expression of…
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Associated Press: Bucks County Red Wave Offers Sobering Tale for Democrats Nationwide
Bucks County Democratic leaders began sensing a red wave months ago. But last week’s municipal elections showed Republicans gaining more traction than expected. Steve Peoples covered the election results — and their implications — for the Associated Press/PBS NewsHour. Political pundits view the local blue-to-red swing, felt in local races from judges to sheriff to…
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OldeStone Opens in Former New Hope Church Occupied by Restaurateur Marsha Brown
First it was a Methodist Church. Then it was a restaurant. And now, it’s a new restaurant: OldeStone. Jenn Frederick picked through that series of transformations for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The Methodists left the site on South Main Street, New Hope, to move to Souderton more than 20 years ago. In 2003, restaurateur Marsha Brown…
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Fairless Hills Creator of Accessible Pharmacy Services for the Blind Noted a Healthcare Need and, Like a Prescription, Filled It
In an ironic twist, it took a sightless man to see the solution to a potentially dangerous reality: Blind people are very susceptible to fatal errors with their prescription medications. TaRonda Thomas covered the problem and its logical answer — Accessible Pharmacy Services for the Blind — for 6abc. Alex Cohen of Fairless Hills came…
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Big Story on Action News: Jim Gardner to Retire After 44 Years in the Anchor Chair
Jim Gardner, longtime 6abc anchor and familiar face in Philadelphia local news for 44 years, will retire at the end of the next year, writes Rob Tornoe for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Gardner plans to dial back his schedule beginning in January, when he will no longer be hosting the 11 p.m. edition of 6abc’s Action…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Okay, Clichés Aside, George Washington Did Actually Sleep Here
Welcome to the John Fell House, built circa 1733. Washington reportedly stayed with Fell (a physician) when the Continental Army camped in Doylestown in Summer 1778. In fact, the home became one of Washington’s numerous headquarters in the area. 465 E. State St. can now be the place where a history-buff owner proudly hangs his…
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Philly Airport Gets Back International Passengers as Restrictions Lift
Philadelphia International Airport will see more international passengers now that the U.S. reopened its borders to fully vaccinated travelers overseas, but flight routes to other countries cancelled from the restrictions won’t be back until 2022, writes Mike D’Onofrio for Axios. United States borders have now been reopened to international passengers from more than 30 countries.…
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Skippack Pharmacy Owner Dons Superman Costume Once Again for Youngest COVID-19 Vaccine Recipients
Mayank Amin, who owns the Skippack Pharmacy, donned his Superman costume once again to help keep the youngest yet COVID-19 vaccine recipients feel safe and relaxed, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Amin has just started what he believes will be a marathon to get the region’s children vaccinated. Among the initial walk-ins was…
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Thanksgiving Desserts from Pie Bird Farm, Ottsville, Are Definitely Upper-Crust
Jennifer Brodsky and Eric Theesfeld run Pie Bird Farm with a very simple guiding principle: everything by hand. The delicious result, pies both savory and sweet, are gaining quite the reputation, reports Timothy Walton for 6abc. Jennifer has a long history of farming, a surprising skill for a girl born in Philadelphia. But her agrarian…
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Students Who Serve Their Country Thrive Under DeSales University Veterans Support
At DeSales University, students who are Veterans and served their country are in good hands with Joann Haws, Director, Veterans and Military Services. “I’ve been at DeSales for 30 years, assisting students and veterans after working my way up through the ranks here,” Joann shares. Joann’s very first advisee was a Veteran, one who was…
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Personalized, Engaging Education Awaits Adult Learners at Villanova; Learn More at Virtual Open House on Nov. 17
Higher education can unlock so many doors for adults looking to further their careers, pivot to new fields, or continue a life of learning. No matter your reason for continuing your education, making the step back to school can be challenging while juggling work, family, and other commitments. Villanova University’s College of Professional Studies (CPS)…
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Doylestown Physician Creates Sunrise Educational Fund to Encourage ‘Researchers of the Future’
Timothy M. Block, PhD, president of the Baruch S. Blumberg Institute, Hepatitis B Foundation and Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center, has announced the establishment of the Sunrise Educational Fund, an endowment to support the Institute’s academic and experiential learning programs for high school and college students. The Sunrise Fund was conceived by Nathaniel A. Brown, MD, a 1966 graduate…
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Warrington Township’s Proposed Rental Inspection Program to Improve Tenants’ Quality of Life
In an effort to ensure that all township tenants live in a safe and healthy properties, the Warrington Township Board of Supervisors (BOS) is considering an annual rental inspection program for all rental housing units. The proposal is meant to: Improve the quality of living for township residents who occupy rental housing units Ensure the…
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Join The Art Trust for a Friday Night Artists’ Reception and Thoughtfully Give This Holiday Season
The Art Trust was founded in June of 2006 and is a volunteer-based organization that supports and cultivates the exploration of a contemporary aesthetic for the benefit of artists and the community. They hold several events a year, thanks to the support and generosity of their corporate sponsor, Meridian Bank. In 2020 through proceeds of…
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Gov. Wolf to End to School Mask Mandates, But Some Bucks County Districts Would Rather Wait and See
The announcement from Pa. Gov. Tom Wolf of a January 17, 2022, statewide end school mask mandates has several Bucks County School Districts ready to comply and others planning a cautious second semester. Alicia Roberts covered the different reactions for CBS Philly. Citing the past logistics of getting students to respond to ongoing policy changes,…
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December Fundraiser to Help African American Museum of Bucks County Into Permanent Home
The African American Museum of Bucks County (AAMBC), which existed as a travelling exhibit, is setting down roots. Samantha Bambino, in the Lower Bucks Times, reported its upcoming fundraiser to support the permanent spot. A “Build our Dream” cocktail reception on Dec. 2 at Parx will gather funds to turn Boone Farm in Middletown Township…
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