Parks and recreation
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Trenton Eyes a Greener Future and Greater Access to the Delaware River
A new study by Mercer County in New Jersey is assessing two proposals to transform a section of Route 29 in Trenton into an urban boulevard to promote economic development and add green spaces, according to project supporters, writes Octavia Feliciano for the Delaware Currents. Since the 1950s, Route 29 in Trenton offered very limited…
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2025 Recreation Trends: Design, Sustainability, Inclusivity, Innovation
2025 is the year when recreation trends evolve to meet the needs of a more eco-conscious, inclusive, and tech-savvy world. General Recreation Inc. in Newtown Square provides a line of DuMor products, including park benches, picnic tables and chairs that make those goals a reality this year. Here’s a look at the key trends shaping…
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General Recreation Introduces Poligon, a Shelter for Public Spaces
Now you can be comfortable, play safer and stay longer at community events, from public concerts and farmers markets to sporting events and park activities, thanks to Poligon structures available through General Recreation Inc. in Newtown Square. This open-air structure protects participants from inclement weather and prolonged exposure to UV rays. It helps keep temperatures…
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General Recreation: Kids Soar to New Heights With Volo Aire Tower
Now, kids ages 5 to 12 can take an exciting journey up a three-story accessible and inclusive tower with Volo Aire, available from playground designer General Recreation in Newtown Square. The tower comes complete with a winding path constructed from revolutionary Landscape Structures’ Flexx steel-reinforced net that is suitable for climbing, rolling, bouncing, or relaxing…
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General Recreation: John B. Kelly School Hosts Tour of New School Yard
General Recreation Inc. in Newtown Square helped make improvements to the school yard at the John B Kelly School in Germantown possible. A ribbon cutting for the new facilities took place Nov. 25 at the Philadelphia School District property. The improvement include plans for an outdoor classroom, writes Mike DeNardo for KYW Newsradio. There are…
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General Recreation in Newtown Square Helps With Camden Park Playground
A playground for special needs children is being planned as part of a $2 million rebuild of Camden Park in Camden, New Jersey, writes Neill Borowski for TAPinto Camden. Called in to help create the Jake’s Place All-Inclusive Play Area is General Recreation, Inc. in Newtown Square. This Jake’s Place will be the third installed…
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General Recreation Playground Revamp Opens at Fox Chase Recreation Center
General Recreation Inc. in Newtown Square provided improvements to playground areas at Fox Chase Recreation Center. Philadelphia City Councilman Brian O’Neill and Department of Parks and Commissioner Susan Slawson recently cut a ribbon to celebrate the improvements, writes Tom Waring for PA Times. The 18-month project was completed in phases. The $2.5 million project includes…
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General Recreation Brings Upgraded Inclusive Playground to Lafayette Hill
Under the careful guidance of General Recreation Inc. in Newtown Square, Whitemarsh’s Magical Miles Park playground in Whitemarsh Township, reopened with a new inclusive, accessible playground and other perks. There was a ceremonial ribbon cutting Oct. 12 celebrating the official reopening of the Lafayette Hill playground and resurfaced basketball courts now also line for pickleball,…
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Doylestown Township Celebrates Major Milestone in $13 Million Community Recreation Center Project
Doylestown Township marked a significant milestone with the topping-off ceremony for its new Community Recreation Center, a part of the $13 million Central Park Improvement Project, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The center, located in the heart of Central Park, is set to become a hub for community activities, featuring an 18,000-square-foot facility…
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Langhorne’s Sesame Place Embraces Autism Accessibility Initiatives
Langhorne’s iconic amusement park is being recognized by The New York Times for its autism accessible features, in an article by Derek M. Norman, Christine Chung, and Christopher Kuo. Sesame Place Philadelphia, recognized as the first theme park to be a Certified Autism Center, has staff specifically trained by leading autism efforts. The park…
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New Doylestown Trail Section Enhances Pedestrian Safety and Connectivity
Doylestown Township is expanding its popular bike and hike trail network with a new mile-long section linking Burpee Road and Business Route 202 to existing trails near Doylestown Hospital, writes Ed Doyle for TAPinto Doylestown. The latest addition, expected to be completed by late fall, connects residential areas to key locations like Delaware Valley…
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Modern Playgrounds Go Beyond ADA to Include Neurodiversity
Within hours of cutting the ribbon for the new playground at Warminster Community Park in Bucks County last May, the community’s Facebook page lit up with posts by parents grateful for the communication board, reports EIN Presswire. It’s part of the playground design that came from General Recreation Inc. in Newtown Square. The board is…
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Historic Patriots Park Taking Shape in Newtown
Patriots Park is taking shape at the corner of Court and Mercer streets in Newtown, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch. Slated for completion by fall, this park will offer a serene retreat. Designed by NAM Planning & Design, LLC, the park features walking paths and period landscaping that reflect the style of…
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How Protect Your Kids from Bucks County Playground Burns on Hot Days
As the summer in Bucks County continues to bring high temperatures, parents are urged to be cautious when taking their children to playgrounds, writes Jo Ciavaglia for the Bucks County Courier Times. Scientific research shows that playground equipment can heat up to dangerous levels, posing a risk of first or second-degree burns. The National…
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YMCA of Bucks and Hunterdon Counties Merge with Greater Valley YMCA to Form River Crossing YMCA
YMCA of Bucks and Hunterdon Counties will officially merge with Greater Valley YMCA, creating the new River Crossing YMCA, according to WFMZ 69 News. This unified organization will enhance services for Y members and participants across Bucks, Lehigh, and Northampton counties in Pennsylvania, as well as Hunterdon County in New Jersey. River Crossing YMCA…
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Perkasie Borough Announces Exciting Upgrades to Lenape Skate Park
The Perkasie Borough Council received an exciting update on the revitalization of the Lenape Skate Park, writes John Worthington for The Reporter. The update was provided by the Skate Park Subcommittee, formed in fall 2023, dedicated to breathing new life into the beloved local skate park. The council approved funding for significant enhancements, including…
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Bucks County’s Best Pools and Splash Pads to Beat the Summer Heat
As Bucks County braces for an exceptionally hot summer week, residents are eagerly seeking relief from the soaring temperatures. Fortunately, Bucks County offers numerous pools and splash pads to help residents beat the heat, writes Adriana Herrera for the Bucks County Courier Times. One popular destination is the Fanny Chapman Memorial Pool in Doylestown,…
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Newtown to Open Indoor Pickleball Facility at Vacant Bed Bath & Beyond
Newtown Township is set to become a new hub for pickleball enthusiasts. The Planning Commission has endorsed plans to convert the vacant Bed Bath & Beyond store at 20 West Road into an 11-court indoor pickleball facility by The Picklr, a Utah-based company, writes Alex Irving for NewtownPANow. Peggy Driscoll, chair of the Planning…
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