Perkasie
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Perkasie Borough Had Its Share of Drama During the Infamous Prohibition Era
Back during the Prohibition Era, an area of Bucks County saw itself involved in the midst of the drama and violence that came with the times. Scott Bomboy wrote about the area’s connection to the time period for the Preserving Perkasie. While some people consider the Roaring Twenties a simpler wholesome time, Perkasie Borough had…
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Perkasie-Based Foundation Searching Community for the Next Recipient of the ‘Women of Influence’ Award
A well-known Bucks County organization is currently searching for the next recipient of one of their most coveted awards. The Pearl S. Buck Foundation, located at 520 Dublin Road in Perkasie, is looking to the Bucks County community in order to find a worthy recipient for the 2023 “Women of Influence” Award. Past recipients include…
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Pennridge High School Grad, Penn State Defensive End to Declare for 2023 NFL Draft
A Bucks County native and member of Penn State’s football team is eyeing a major upcoming game and his chance to play in the big leagues. Greg Pickel wrote about the local player for Blue White Illustrated. Nick Tarburton, a graduate of Pennrighe High School in Perkasie and a defensive end for the Nittany Lions,…
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Pennridge Grad Making a Name for Herself as a Player in the National Women’s Soccer League
A Bucks County native and well-known athlete was recently resigned to her position in a major team on women’s professional soccer. Tom Moore wrote about the local player in the Bucks County Courier Times. Marissa Sheva, a Pennridge graduate and current midfielder for the Washington Spirits, was just resigned to the team. Her previous tenure…
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Perkasie Lifeguards, Law Enforcement Officials Honored for Recent Swimming Pool Rescue
Several Bucks County lifeguards and law enforcement officials were recently recognized for the life-saving rescue of a local swimmer. Brock Koller wrote about the recent rescue at 6ABC Philadelphia. Three lifeguards, along with a police officer and a fireman, are being honored for rescuing s swimmer who was in dire straits at Menlo Aquatics Center…
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Perkasie Screen Printer is One of Many Small Businesses Making Changes to Adjust to Rising Interest Rates
A small business in Bucks County is just one of many that has begun to operate under new conditions to combat the effects of a changing economy. Ruth Simon wrote about the local business in The Wall Street Journal. Eric & Christopher, located at 410 East Walnut Street in Perkasie, works with designs that are…
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Penn Community Bank Helps Community College Apprentices MAP Out Their Professional Futures
Penn Community Bank has contributed $25,000 to Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) in support of its Workforce Development Division’s new MontcoWorks Apprenticeship Program (MAP). MAP is an earn-while-you-learn program that offers MCCC students the opportunity to gain in-demand workforce skills and college credits at no cost. Apprentice-students train alongside experienced professionals, receiving mentorship and guidance…
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Hear! Hear! for ‘Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here’: Penn Community Bank Wins Brand Campaign Award
Penn Community Bank has been selected by Business Intelligence Group (Beverly, N.J.) as a recipient of its Public Relations and Marketing Excellence – External Campaign of the Year award. The bank’s Marketing Department earned the praise from the panel of business executives for its Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here. campaign and its Day of…
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Penn Community Bank Realigns to Maximize Effectiveness in a Post-Pandemic, Transitioning Economy
A Penn Community Bank organizational realignment — comprising several recent promotions — will help the institution operate cross-functionally and synchronously. Its leaders see these two characteristics as vital to serving the needs of a post-pandemic, transitioning economy. The internal shifts, taking effect Jan. 1, 2023, are: The promotion of Randy Stradling from Senior Credit Officer…
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Penn Community Bank Contributes $15,000 to Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery and Delaware Counties
Penn Community Bank has contributed $15,000 to Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery and Delaware Counties (Habitat MontDelCo). The donation aligns with its home-ownership programs: Home Buying, Almost Home Financial Empowerment, and Neighborhood Revitalization programs. Home Buying The Home Buying Program serves residents earning 30–80 percent of the median income with significant housing needs. Habitat MontDelCo…
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Perkasie Brewery Celebrates Grand Opening of Latest Taproom, Offers Unique Brews for Customers
A Bucks County brewery has just announced the opening their latest taproom this weekend, with plenty of custom brews on tap. Van Lieus Brewing Company is celebrating its grand opening on Oct. 29 at its new taproom, located at 211 West Walnut Street in Perkasie. The festivities will kick-off with a ribbon-cutting at 3:00 PM…
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Perkasie Restaurant Listed as Having One of the Best Tasting Menus in the Philadelphia Area
A Bucks County restaurant just made a major list of eateries with the best tasting menus, a huge accomplishment in the local dining scene. Jenn Ladd wrote about the restaurant in The Philadelphia Inquirer. Maize, located at 519 W Walnut Street in Perkasie, was recently listed as one of 15 local spots to have an…
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Perkasie Museum Offers Holiday Crafts, Other Festivities as the Christmas Season Approaches
A popular Bucks County museum and organization will be offering holiday crafts for visitors in the near future as the season approaches. Pearl S. Buck International, located at 520 Dublin Road in Perkasie, will be hosting their Holiday Craft Show from Nov. 25 – Dec. 4. Organized by the Pearl S. Buck Volunteer Association, the…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: New Traditional Farmhouse in Perkasie
A beautiful, new, and custom luxury home in Perkasie has recently gone up for sale, a great spot for those looking to move to Bucks County. . . With four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and a spacious front and back yard, this new home is located inna new development in Perkasie. . . A Gourmet…
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Local Historian’s Latest Book Discusses the Various Covered Bridges of Bucks County
A historical and author in the Bucks County area has just released a book that discussed the covered bridges that the area is known for. R. Scott Bomboy, a Bucks County resident and editor-in-chief at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, recently published his latest book, “Wooden Treasures: The Story of Bucks County’s Covered Bridges”,…
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Come Enjoy Local Art at These Upper Bucks County Wineries this Fall Season
With a popular wine trail opening up in Bucks County, residents and visitors will also be treated to local art along the way. Dino Caliber wrote about the unique art for the New Hope-Lambertville Patch. The Bucks County Wine & Art Trail is happening now, and art from local artists will be on display at…
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Here Are All the Bucks County Farms Where You Can Pick Your Own Pumpkins this Fall
Bucks County is known for its gorgeous farmland, making it one of the best spots in the area for pumpkin picking this Halloween season. Michele Haddon wrote about the pumpkin spots for the Bucks County Courier Times. Every fall, local residents and visitors flock to the various farms and orchards throughout the area to find…
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Toys for Tots Needs Help Finding Warehouse Space to Host Program in Central Bucks
As the holiday season gets closer, Kevin Miller, a retired staff sergeant with the US Marine Corps, continues to struggle to find warehouse space in Central Bucks to host the corps’ Toys For Tots program, writes Zack Boyd for the Bucks County Courier Times. “We don’t look for much,” said Miller. “We just need to…
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