Perkasie
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Perkasie’s Final Undeveloped Land May Become Home to Recycling Center
After borough leaders and residents pushed back against plans for luxury apartments, the final undeveloped tract of land in Perkasie may instead be developed as a recycling center, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. On Feb. 25, Perkasie Place submitted a sketch plan to the borough planning commission seeking initial feedback on…
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New Perkasie Thrift Store Opens, Supporting Community Members in Need
Revivals Thrift is a new secondhand store opened by a local church, which recently celebrated its grand opening in Perkasie at the former Freed Glass building, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. The new thrift spot will help support the community, with 100 percent of its proceeds given to the Revivals Outreach Center to assist with its programming. The center offers free services…
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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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Perkasie’s Ryanne Allen Continues to Shine for Villanova Off the Bench
A Perkasie native and Archbishop Wood graduate, Ryanne Allen has emerged as a much-needed spark off the bench for the Villanova basketball team, writes Katie Lewis for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 6-foot-1 senior guard scored 17 points for the Wildcats on Saturday, helping secure a 69-56 win over DePaul at Finneran Pavilion, and ended up…
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Perkasie ‘Pet Psychic’ Charges $550 to Talk to Your Fur Babies
Perkasie resident Nikki Vasconez is a former lawyer turned pet communicator who charges $550 for a session where she ‘talks’ to your pets for 90 minutes, writes Katherine Bindley for The Wall Street Journal. And her services are in high demand – she boasts a wait list of over 7,600 people. Vasconez started her career…
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Pennridge High School Trio Earns National Conference Spot With Innovative Research
Three Pennridge High School students have earned national NASA recognition for their work in the 2025 NASA Drop Tower Challenge, writes Fideri News Network for North Penn Now. Chloe Benner, Ananya Bhatt, and Surabhi Gupta, known as Team Cas, were also invited to present their research at the 2025 American Society for Gravitational and Space…
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Perkasie’s Eric & Christopher Transforms Photos into Home Keepsakes
Eric & Christopher in Perkasie transform photos into home decor by printing authentic moments captured by local artists onto household keepsakes, reports Christie Ileto for 6abc. The business was born out of necessity during the Great Recession. Chris Kline, who co-owns the business with Eric Fausnacht, said that he lost half of his business. That…
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Perkasie Girl Had Her Original Story Composed into a Song and Performed
Lizzy Thomas, a 10-year-old illustrator and author from Perkasie, had her original story, “Cosmic Friends,” put to music at Temple University’s Performing Arts Center, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. Thomas’ story stars three best friends, a butterfly, a panda, and a combination of the two called a pandafly, who go on a mission to save the world. The song inspired by her…
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Penn Community Bank Launches ‘Operation Greater Good Food Drive’ to Help Combat Food Insecurity Across the Region
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, is proud to launch the Operation Greater Good Food Drive, a community-wide effort running from Nov. 5 through Dec. 17 to address the growing issue of food insecurity across the region. Developed and mobilized quickly in response to an immediate and heightened community need, the…
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Affordable Finds and Unique Pieces Await at This Perkasie Thrift Store
NOVA Thrift Shop in Perkasie is a secondhand treasure where thirty-eight dollars stretches further than expected, covering everything from a complete wardrobe to furnishing a dorm room, writes Claire Allard for the Family Destinations Guide. The building itself looks modest with no hint to the treasures inside. Unlike many thrift stores, the interior is carefully…
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Pennridge High School Students Present Innovative Ideas at Navy’s 250th Anniversary STEM Challenge
Students from Pennridge High School in Perkasie had the opportunity to take part in a “Shark Tank”-style STEM competition during the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps’ 250th Birthday celebration. Two teams were able to fully develop their projects, winning praise from military leaders. The Philadelphia Division of the Naval Surface Warfare Center held the challenge…
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Luxury Apartment Project near Perkasie Shopping Center Faces Council Opposition
Perkasie Borough Council members have formally opposed plans to construct dozens of luxury apartments near the Perkasie Square shopping center, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. After a lengthy discussion, officials unanimously directed the borough solicitor to express their opposition to the planned project at the upcoming zoning hearing board meeting on…
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Perkasie Artist Launches Kickstarter to Fund Micro Art Gallery on his Front Lawn
Perkasie artist Keith Bowman is finding a clever new way to showcase his work, writes Caroline Craig for the Bucks County Beacon. Bowman is a graphic designer, creative director, screen printer and illustrator who’s hoping to create a micro art gallery on his front lawn. He’s currently raising funds through Kickstarter to build…
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Pennridge High Student from Perkasie to Compete in Miss America 2026 Pageant
Perkasie native Lynzi Allen, a rising senior at Pennridge High School, will be competing in Miss America’s Teen 2026 pageant later this month, writes Mina Llona for The Philadelphia Tribune. Allen has an impressive background, with passions for modeling, dancing and debate. She hopes to one day become a civil rights lawyer, a dream…
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This Family-Owned Perkasie Shop is a Must-Visit for Fun Accessories and More
If you’re looking for cute hair accessories or a cozy pair of socks to keep your feet warm, Threddies in Perkasie is a great place to check out. This family-owned small business sells everything from scrunchies and jewelry to thick slouch socks and incense. Customers can shop in person at their brick-and-mortar store or place…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Charming Bedminster Estate with Luxury Upgrades for $4M
Listed at $4,125,000, this Bedminster Township estate blends Bucks County history with modern sophistication. . . Set on 12.7 private acres, the property centers on a restored c.1840 brick Colonial farmhouse paired with a c.1763 settler’s cottage. Once part of an original William Allen land grant, it has been reimagined to integrate high-end finishes and…
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Perkasie Artist Advocates for Creativity’s Role in Today’s Digital World
Rebecca Barraclough, an advocate and artist from Perkasie, recently discussed the importance of engaging in hands-on creative activities for both personal well-being and the good of the larger community, writes staff for WRAL News. In our society, where we’ve become so reliant on the digital world, Barraclough stresses the need for creativity. Not only does…
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Upper Bucks County Technical School Recognized for Transforming Education with Augmented Reality
zSpace recently recognized Upper Bucks County Technical School (UBCTS) and instructor Patrick Chrinko for their work in integrating augmented and virtual reality technologies into career and technical education, writes staff for zSpace. zSpace, a provider of AR and VR technologies to educational institutions, noted that Chrinko and UBCTS should act as models for how schools…
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