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This Small Bucks County Town Has History, Charm and a Beloved Theme Park
Langhorne is a charming small town that is well worth a visit to see its historic downtown and many attractions, including a family-themed amusement park, writes Jess Simms for the Islands. Situated between Philadelphia and Trenton, Langhorne is a highly accessible destination, reflecting its origin story. The borough developed around the crossroads of an east-west…
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Commissioners Consider Tax Increase to Balance Bucks County Budget Deficit
Although the Bucks County $516 million 2026 operating budget proposal does not include tax increases for residents, county commissioners are currently leaving this possibility open while they deal with a projected $16.4 million deficit and rising expenses, writes Fallon Roth for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Democratic Commissioner Diane Ellis-Marseglia said “there’s no question” that a tax…
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Bristol Township Approves Abraham Lincoln Elementary Housing Project
Nearly 100 age-qualified units are set to be built on the former Abraham Lincoln Elementary School site as Bristol finally approves a project that has been in development for years, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. The Villas of Abraham Lincoln will consist of 48 senior apartments and 41 stacked townhomes or…
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Freedom Village Manager LCS Tops Senior Living Satisfaction Study
J.D. Power announced the results of its 2025 U.S. Senior Living Satisfaction Study, and Freedom Village at Brandywine’s management company, LCS, has been recognized for the seventh consecutive year as No. 1 in Resident Satisfaction among Independent Senior Living Communities. The J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Senior Living Satisfaction Study recognized LCS for excellence in Independent Living,…
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Gather Place Museum Named an America250PA Officially Recognized Program
Gather Place Museum proudly announces that its initiative, “Celebrating 250 Years of American Resilience in Pursuit of Liberty, Justice, and Equality,” has been designated an America250PA Officially Recognized Program! Published on this statewide website: America250PA | Start Here, America Did! Supported by an America250PA Semiquincentennial Grant and a Bucks County Tourism Grant, this initiative launched in Spring 2025—and the results…
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Philly Native Mo’ne Davis Drafted 10th Overall in Women’s Professional Baseball League
Mo’ne Davis, who burst onto the scene more than a decade ago during the Little League World Series, has officially began the next chapter of her career. The Philadelphia native, now 24, was recently drafted 10th overall in the Women’s Professional Baseball League’s first-ever draft, writes Joe Brandt for CBS News Philadelphia. She will play…
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Plymouth Meeting DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Closed Last Week
The DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia West, owned by Kingsbury Hospitality REIT, permanently closed its doors in Plymouth Meeting last week, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 253-key hotel that was built in 1987 on 7.9 acres, was acquired by its current owner for $22.3 million in April 2022. North Carolina-based…
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Pregnant and a Cancer Survivor, Villanova Field Hockey Coach Takes on Marathon
Villanova University field hockey coach Karlie Kisha participated in Saturday’s 8K Philadelphia Marathon, writes Stephanie Stahl for CBS News Philadelphia. Her participation was particularly impressive because she is seven months pregnant and a cancer survivor. The former Olympic athlete took the race in stride. “Looking for a 9-minute mile pace,” Kisha said, “but seven months…
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African American Museum of Bucks County to Host Fundraising Event
The African American Museum of Bucks County will be opening its doors at Boone Farm in Middletown Township’s Core Creek Park in early 2026, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. According to Patricia Mervine, author of “Boone Farm: Its People and Place in Middletown History,” there will be a soft opening to ensure things are running…
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Bucks County is Home to a Horse Head Statue, A Pianist’s Heart and More
Bucks County is a great place to live, with beautiful scenery and lively towns, but there are plenty of oddities and strange spots with their own unique stories, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. Locals in Lower Makefield caught sightings of a wolf-like animal in the early 2000s that was larger than…
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Get the Perfect Christmas Tree at One of These Farms Around Bucks County
For those hoping to enjoy a real tree this Christmas season, there’s no shortage of farms in and around Bucks County to visit, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. For those in Lower Bucks County, there are plenty of farms to find the perfect holiday tree. Bryan’s Farm near Richboro has…
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New Robbinsville Playground Built With General Recreation’s Help
Kids were able to enjoy a new, fully-inclusive playground at Community Park in Robbinsville, New Jersey, one of the latest projects worked on by General Recreation Inc. in Newtown Square. The playground opened in mid-November with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, as children eagerly tried out new equipment for climbing, gliding, swinging, and sliding, writes Steve Lenox…
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Make-A-Wish Philadelphia Chapter Establishes New Home In Bala Cynwyd
The Philadelphia region’s Make-A-Wish chapter will soon open a new state-of-the-art home in Bala Cynwyd, called the Wishing Place, writes Erin Flynn Jay for the Main Line Today. Created to bring wishes to life, the new space will welcome children and their families into a vibrant, uplifting environment, where colorful and thoughtfully designed elements will…
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The Trains Are Back for Brandywine Museum’s Holiday Season
A holiday tradition returns again this year to the Brandywine Museum of Art with its model train display, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. The holiday-themed model railroad has been entertaining museum crowds for decades. “It’s such a special feeling to be able to pass on that joy of seeing children’s eyes light up at the…
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Longwood Gardens Boasts Unique Plant Species from All Over the World
One of the most scenic tourist stops in Chester County, Longwood Gardens lets visitors take in unique plant species from all over the world, writes staff for The Martha Blog. With a global reputation for its diverse collection and artistic displays, Longwood Gardens has grown its plant exploration and acquisition program for centuries. Since a…
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Warminster Restaurant Offers a Nostalgic Diner Experience with Delicious Food
Tucked away in Warminster is Eagle Diner, an unassuming spot that blends charm and comfort with a menu full of delicious diner classics, writes Claire Allard for Family Destinations Guide. There are plenty of mouth-watering dishes to choose from, ranging from sweet breakfast options to savory entrées. Omelets are cooked to perfection, stuffed with fillings,…
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Buckingham Developer Looks to Breathe New Life into General Greene Inn
Buckingham real estate investor and builder Bob Welch is hoping to breathe new life into the historic General Greene Inn, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Welch has signed agreements to buy the building located at the intersection of Durham and Old York roads, in the heart of Buckingham Township. The deal was announced by…
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This Flea Market in New Hope Offers 30 Acres of Treasures and Unique Finds
Those who enjoy a trip to the flea market can explore New Hope’s Rice’s Market, with 30 acres of hidden treasures, vintage items, furniture, food and more, writes Claire Allard for Family Destinations Guide. For decades, Rice’s Market has been attracting locals and individuals across the Mid-Atlantic with its hundreds of vendors and their…
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