• This Covered Bridge in Solebury Township Is One of Bucks County’s Most Photographed and Most Haunted Spots

    This Covered Bridge in Solebury Township Is One of Bucks County’s Most Photographed and Most Haunted Spots

    Not every landmark in Bucks County comes with a ghost story. The Van Sandt Covered Bridge does. Built in 1875 in Solebury Township, the bridge spans Pidcock Creek using a Town truss design, the signature lattice framework that made Pennsylvania’s covered bridges both sturdy and distinctive. At roughly 86 feet long, it was built for…

  • New Italian Restaurant Opens at the Former New Hope Star Diner

    New Italian Restaurant Opens at the Former New Hope Star Diner

    Cugini’s Italian Kitchen, a new Sicilian restaurant serving authentic Italian dishes, has opened its doors at the site of the former New Hope Star Diner in Solebury, writes Jeff Werner for Patch.  With decades of restaurant industry experience, cousins Anthony Adragna and Frank Picone opened their latest venture in late March following extensive renovations to the building. …

  • Bucks County Plant Nursery Ranked in the Top Ten in the Country by USA Today 

    Bucks County Plant Nursery Ranked in the Top Ten in the Country by USA Today 

    Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve’s Native Plant Nursery in Solebury was recently ranked as one of the top nurseries in the country, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times.   The Bucks County nursery was listed in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, placing at No. 10 in the ranking.   According to a press release from the USA Today Network, the nurseries…

  • Yolanda Hadid Enjoying Life on Her Serene Solebury Farm

    Yolanda Hadid Enjoying Life on Her Serene Solebury Farm

    The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum Yolanda Hadid fully enjoys living a simple life on her serene Solebury farm with her boyfriend, Joseph Jingoli, writes Casey Suglia for Bravo. “I’ve gone through the seasons with the trees and saw the blossoms coming and going,” she said. “For that, it’s been incredible.” Hadid, who moved…

  • Tee Time Moves Indoors at Newly Opened Birds Nest Bar and Grille in Solebury

    Tee Time Moves Indoors at Newly Opened Birds Nest Bar and Grille in Solebury

    Birds Nest Bar & Grille, a new sports bar and restaurant in Solebury, opened its doors recently in the former home of Jamie Hollander Gourmet Foods, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Blending craft food and drinks with a family-friendly atmosphere and indoor golf simulator bays, the restaurant offers a casual yet…

  • State Awards $800K for Solebury Township’s Former Quarry Initiative

    State Awards $800K for Solebury Township’s Former Quarry Initiative

    Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has awarded Solebury $800,000 to support the acquisition of a former quarry within the township, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. The funding is part of more than $1.8 million in state grants awarded across Bucks County and over $82 million allocated statewide to almost…

  • Solebury Acquires One of the Largest Undeveloped Tracts in Township

    Solebury Acquires One of the Largest Undeveloped Tracts in Township

    Solebury Township has acquired the former New Hope Crushed Stone & Lime Co. quarry for $1.6 million, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The purchase of the 166-acre site secures one of the township’s largest undeveloped tracts. It features a 60-acre lake and more than 3,000 feet of stream corridor along Primrose Creek. The property…

  • Children’s Author Selling Her Massive Bucks County Estate for $14.5 Million

    Children’s Author Selling Her Massive Bucks County Estate for $14.5 Million

    A wealthy couple in the Bucks County area is selling a major estate in the area for a hefty price, and it is one of the best homes in the region. Sarah Paynter wrote about the estate for The Wall Street Journal. Children’s book author Cheryl Olsten, along with her husband, financial adviser Steven Grabowski,…

  • Interior Designer Turns 1990s Solebury Home Into His Dream House

    Interior Designer Turns 1990s Solebury Home Into His Dream House

    Interior designer Timothy Summers Bailey transformed a 1990s Solebury home into his dream house with an art-filled, West Coast-inspired makeover, writes Emily Goulet for the Philadelphia Magazine. The home is situated on a lovely 15-acre lot, offering unmatched privacy that drew Bailey and his husband to the property. The home, which was a dated disaster…

  • Italian Restaurant and Bar to Replace Former New Hope Star Diner in Solebury

    Italian Restaurant and Bar to Replace Former New Hope Star Diner in Solebury

    A new Italian restaurant and bar, set to be opened by cousins Frank Picone and Anthony Adragna, will take the place of the former New Hope Star Diner in Solebury, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The Solebury Township Board of Supervisors recently approved the transfer of a liquor license from the closed TGI Friday…

  • Solebury Township Approve Purchase of Former New Hope Crushed Stone and Lime Quarry

    Solebury Township Approve Purchase of Former New Hope Crushed Stone and Lime Quarry

    Solebury Township will be the new owner of the former New Hope Crushed Stone and Lime Quarry on Phillips Mill Road, writes Tom Sofield for the New Hope Free Press. The Solebury Township Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to approve the $2.4 million purchase of the 166-acre property, including a 75-acre lake. The costs will…

  • Meridian Bank House of the Week: A $4.875M Modern Sustainable Solebury Township Home

    Meridian Bank House of the Week: A $4.875M Modern Sustainable Solebury Township Home

    Located at 2775 River Road in picturesque Solebury Township two miles north of New Hope, ARIVA DWELL is a remarkable blend of cutting-edge design and eco-conscious living. Built in 2009 and listed at $4,875,000, this 2.6-acre estate offers wooded privacy, canal access, and a commitment to sustainability that sets it apart. xxxxx xxxxx Custom-built by…

  • Solebury Resident, Former ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Star Gets Engaged

    Solebury Resident, Former ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Star Gets Engaged

    Solebury resident and former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Yolanda Hadid has been secretly engaged to construction CEO Joseph Jingoli for the last two years, writes Tom Haines for the Bucks County Courier Times. Jingoli proposed to the ex-model in 2022 while the couple were in the Netherlands. The 60-year-old met Jingoli near her…

  • Renowned Sculptor George Anthonisen and his Wife and Manager Ellen Are Art Legacies

    Renowned Sculptor George Anthonisen and his Wife and Manager Ellen Are Art Legacies

    Solebury couple George and Ellen Anthonisen have built a formidable legacy in the art world writes Tamala Edwards for 6 ABC Philadelphia.   George’s early sculptures, often depicting his family, highlight his exceptional visual memory.  George, a sculptor, attended the University of Vermont, followed by rigorous training at the National Academy of Design and the…

  • New Black Bear Sighting in Solebury Township: What Residents Need to Know

    New Black Bear Sighting in Solebury Township: What Residents Need to Know

    Solebury Township Police have reported a possible bear sighting in Bucks County, nearly three weeks after a similar sighting in the area, according to Fox 29 Philadelphia.   According to the Monday police report, a large black bear was seen near Aquetong and Upper Mountain roads.  Authorities advise residents to maintain a safe distance from…

  • 35-Year Lease Agreement Ensures Future Growth for Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve in Solebury 

    35-Year Lease Agreement Ensures Future Growth for Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve in Solebury 

    A new lease will keep Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve in Solebury blossoming, according to the Saucon Source.   Officials with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced a 35-year lease agreement with the 134-acre preserve that will allow it to continue operating and make improvements.   It’s the only accredited museum in the…

  • Meridian Bank House of the Week: Cozy Woodlands Contemporary in Solebury

    Meridian Bank House of the Week: Cozy Woodlands Contemporary in Solebury

    A gorgeous contemporary home on 2.9 beautiful acres with three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Solebury at 5939 Honey Hollow Road. … … This lovely residence offers you the chance to experience lodge living on a private parcel perfectly nestled on the top of a stunning, wooded lot…

  • Solebury Township Considers Names for New Public Park

    Solebury Township Considers Names for New Public Park

    Solebury Township is abuzz with discussions over the naming of a new park currently being developed on a 12-acre tract that was formerly a flea market, located along Route 202, writes Greg Vellner for The Reporter.   Three years ago, the township secured $2.35 million to purchase this land, with the vision of transforming it…