• PennDOT Reopens Several Bucks County Roads Damaged by Flooding Last Month

    PennDOT Reopens Several Bucks County Roads Damaged by Flooding Last Month

    The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has reopened a group of roads in Bucks County that were damaged by flooding in July, according to a staff report from CBS News Philadelphia. Parts of Taylorsville Road, Route 532, and Route 32 were damaged by heavy rain on July 15. The area received an astounding six to seven…

  • Friends of Washington Crossing Park Receives National Park Service Grant

    Friends of Washington Crossing Park Receives National Park Service Grant

    The National Park Service recently awarded $61,995 to the Friends of Washington Crossing Park as part of the Historic Preservation Fund’s African American Civil Rights grant program. The Friends’ grant will support in-depth research by a dedicated research fellow on African Americans who participated in and supported the Continental Army’s crossing of the Delaware River…

  • Washington Crossing Historic Park Offering Fun Activities for Independence Day Weekend

    Washington Crossing Historic Park Offering Fun Activities for Independence Day Weekend

    The public is invited to spend the extended Independence Day weekend at Washington Crossing Historic Park, located at the intersection of Routes 32 and 532 in Bucks County. The schedule of events includes: July 1 During the park’s annual Colonial Field Day, families or friend groups can compete in spirited competition while playing popular games…

  • Historic Park in Bucks County to Celebrate Juneteenth with Several Special Events

    Historic Park in Bucks County to Celebrate Juneteenth with Several Special Events

    In honor of Juneteenth on June 17, Washington Crossing Historic Park will host several free special events and activities that will educate visitors about the contribution of African American soldiers during the American Revolution. The day will begin at 3:30 PM in the park’s Visitor Center auditorium with a free lecture that will highlight the…

  • Meridian Bank House of the Week: Washington Crossing Estate Overlooking the Delaware River

    Meridian Bank House of the Week: Washington Crossing Estate Overlooking the Delaware River

    A riverside estate in Bucks County has recently gone upon for sale, offering a serene view from a unique home. . . Sit up to overlook the Delaware River, this home is a great option for those looking for a great view from a unique estate. . . Four bedrooms and four full bathrooms provide…

  • Artisan Market Returning to Historic Bucks County Area. Read to Learn When and Where

    Artisan Market Returning to Historic Bucks County Area. Read to Learn When and Where

    A popular outdoor market will be returning to Bucks County this summer, offering artisan goods in a historic area. Area residents looking for one-of-a-kind artisan gifts for themselves or others can check out McConkey’s Market on June 10 from 10 AM – 4 PM in Washington Crossing Historic Park.  McConkey’s Market attracts thousands of shoppers…

  • Learn All About the Founding Fathers Through This Bucks County Historical Organization

    Learn All About the Founding Fathers Through This Bucks County Historical Organization

    Washington Crossing Historic Park will hold a free lecture titled “Founding Friendship: George Washington, James Madison, and the Creation of the American Republic” on June 4 at 1:30 PM. The lecture will be held in person at the park’s visitor center, 1112 River Road in Washington Crossing, and live streamed on Zoom.   The lecture…

  • Learn About George Washington’s Army in the Area Where He Crossed the Delaware River

    Learn About George Washington’s Army in the Area Where He Crossed the Delaware River

    Washington Crossing Historic Park will hold a free lecture titled “Feeding Washington’s Army: Surviving the Valley Forge Winter of 1778” on June 1 at 7 PM. The lecture will be held in person at the park’s visitor center, 1112 River Road in Washington Crossing, and live streamed on Zoom.   The lecture will feature military…

  • Washington Crossing National Cemetery Unveiling Statue of Namesake President Next Week

    Washington Crossing National Cemetery Unveiling Statue of Namesake President Next Week

    A national cemetery in Bucks County will soon see a large statue of one of the Founding Fathers keep watch over interred veterans. Peg Quann wrote about the statue for the Bucks County Courier Times. An 8-foot bronze statue of George Washington will be unveiled at Washington Crossing National Cemetery on May 20. The statue,…

  • Come Celebrate Memorial Day at This Historically-Significant Park in Bucks County

    Come Celebrate Memorial Day at This Historically-Significant Park in Bucks County

    One of the most historically-important areas in Bucks County will be celebrating Memorial Day in a unique fashion. Washington Crossing Historic Park will hold its annual Memorial Day observance on May 28 at 1 PM at the gravesite of Continental soldiers. The gravesite is located near the Thompson-Neely House, about two miles south of New…

  • Washington Crossing Spring Brewfest Set for This Weekend. Read to Learn All the Details

    Washington Crossing Spring Brewfest Set for This Weekend. Read to Learn All the Details

    A special festival for beer lovers is being held in Bucks County, and countless breweries are lined up to serve their unique brews. Washington Crossing Spring Brewfest will be held on May 6 from 12:30 – 4:30 PM in a wooded section of Washington Crossing Historic Park. The exact location is 1638 River Road in…

  • Meridian Bank House of the Week: Cape Cod-Style Estate Overlooking the Delaware River

    Meridian Bank House of the Week: Cape Cod-Style Estate Overlooking the Delaware River

    A wonderful estate in Bucks County has gone up for sale, and it is a great spot for those who want to be close to the Delaware River. . . Set on the banks of the scenic Delaware River and adjacent to Washington Crossing Historic Park, is a delightful cottage style home. . . Offering…

  • Wells Fargo Announces Closure of Washington Crossing Branch Location

    Wells Fargo Announces Closure of Washington Crossing Branch Location

    Wells Fargo is closing two more branches in the region, including one in Bucks County, as its customers continue to shift more toward banking using their phones and computers, writes Jeff Ward for WFMZ 69 News. “Wells Fargo has made the difficult decision to close the Washington Crossing branch (Bucks County) and West Lawn branch…

  • Historic Park in Bucks County Bringing Wooly Friends to Farm Property

    Historic Park in Bucks County Bringing Wooly Friends to Farm Property

    A historic area in Bucks County is giving locals and visitors the chance to see and partake in a common activity from Colonial-era America. Explore life on a colonial-era farmstead at Washington Crossing Historic Park’s “Wheat & Sheep Day,” being held on May 13 from 10 AM – 4 PM at the park’s Thompson-Neely House…

  • Learn About the Doan Gang and Their History in Bucks County at an Upcoming Lecture

    Learn About the Doan Gang and Their History in Bucks County at an Upcoming Lecture

    Washington Crossing Historic Park will hold a free lecture titled “The Doans & The Revolution” on May 7 at 1:30 PM. The lecture will be held in person at the park’s visitor center, located at 1112 River Road in Washington Crossing.  During the lecture, Mercer Museum Curators Annie Halliday and Clint Flack will discuss the…

  • Bucks County Cemetery Hosting Another Service for Local Unclaimed Veterans

    Bucks County Cemetery Hosting Another Service for Local Unclaimed Veterans

    A ceremony is scheduled to be held in Bucks County this week to honor several local heroes who will be laid to rest. Washington Crossing National Cemetery, located at 830 Highland Road in Newtown, will be hosting another Service for Unattended Veterans on April 27 at 2 PM. The service will honor four local veterans who…

  • Meridian Bank House of the Week: European-Influenced Estate in Washington Crossing

    Meridian Bank House of the Week: European-Influenced Estate in Washington Crossing

    A unique estate is up for sale in Bucks County, and those looking for a great place to live are in for a great surprise. . . Built with a significant emphasis on quality and sustainability, the European-influenced “San Souci” is offered for the first time.  . . The custom residence sits on 5.9 acres…

  • Author Makes His Way Through Bucks County as He Sees the Whole Country on Foot

    Author Makes His Way Through Bucks County as He Sees the Whole Country on Foot

    As he made his way from one major city to another, one man walked through Bucks County during his epic trek across the Northeast. Peter Crimmins wrote about he journey for WHYY. Neil King decided he was going to walk from Washington D.C. to New York City. As many local residents may know, Bucks County is one of many areas…