Yardley
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Gather Place Celebrates America’s 250th with the Community: Explore Our Nation’s Story Through Bucks County Abolitionist Trail
Gather Place is inviting residents and visitors alike to join in celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary by exploring the people, places, and stories that helped shape our nation through the Bucks County Abolitionist Trail. As Bucks County’s official Abolitionist Trail Anchor Site, Gather Place offers a unique opportunity to discover the inspiring stories of freedom seekers,…
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Bucks County Officials Share Thoughts, Concerns Related to Expansion of Nearby Airport
Yardley Borough and Lower Makefield Township officials have joined the protest against the expansion of Trenton-Mercer Airport over concerns of a negative impact on air, water, and noise quality, writes Greg Vellner for The Reporter. The FAA has already approved a plan to quadruple the airport’s size and allow the increase of flights by 51…
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From Yardley Little League to College Baseball Star: Ryan Zuckerman’s Rise at Georgia Tech
Ryan Zuckerman grew up in Yardley watching Phillies highlight reels before Little League games. Now, he’s making highlights of his own, writes Becca O’Reilly for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The former Pennsbury High School standout has become one of college baseball’s breakout stars this season, helping power Georgia Tech to an Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) championship…
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74-Year-Old Yardley Grandmother Becomes Taylor Swift Superfan, Earns ‘Swiftie Mom’ Title
Linda Fox, a seventy-four-year-old Yardley grandmother, is not shy about sharing her devotion to Reading native Taylor Swift – but not with the people her age, writes Angela Barbuti for The New York Post. “I don’t really talk to my friends about it,” she said. “I’m trying to stay younger. I just hang out with…
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‘Walk the Path to Freedom’: Gather Place Launches Abolitionist Trail Anchor for America’s 250th Anniversary
Gather Place has announced the launch of its Abolitionist Trail Anchor in celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary, as part of the Bucks250PA Revolutionary Trail initiative. This exciting new initiative introduces visitors to The Bucks County Abolitionist Trail Anchor—Bucks County’s Pathways to Freedom—an immersive, place-based experience that highlights the people, places, and events that shaped the…
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Yardley’s ShopRite Adds New Fast-Charging EV Station on Earth Day
The ShopRite of Yardley recently unveiled a new fast-charging EV station with ten chargers in the store’s parking lot, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. The ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of the new Electrify America fast-charging station was held on Earth Day. Each of the chargers is capable of delivering up to 350 kW. Owners and operators of the Yardley…
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America 250th Celebration Comes to Historic Yardley Borough
Shirley Lee Corsey, Founder of Gather Place located at the Historic African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church of Yardley, happily announces the Ye Olde Yardleyville Festival, a collaborative, family-friendly event presented in partnership with the Yardley Friends Meeting, as part of the nationwide America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration! Taking place on Saturday, May 30, from 1:00 p.m.…
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Bucks County 150,000-Square-Foot Shopping Center Listed for Sale
Yardley’s Prickett Preserve shopping center, anchored by Wegmans, has been put on the market, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to JLL’s listing, the shopping center spans nearly 150,000 square feet and was completed two years ago, and is 98 percent occupied. Wayne’s Envision Land Use and Langhorne’s DeLuca Homes collaborated to develop the shopping center. While they initially…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: $1.3M Storybook Retreat in Yardley
A custom-built home on 5,531 square feet with five bedrooms and four full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Yardley. A grand two-story foyer introduces the home, featuring imported marble flooring and a sweeping staircase. . . From there, the layout unfolds into a series of elegant living areas, including a formal living room with…
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Yardley Native Shines at Texas, Eyes First Round of 2026 MLB Draft
Yardley native and Holy Ghost Prep grad Aiden Robbins is thriving in his first season playing baseball for the University of Texas, writes Tom Moore for the Bucks County Courier Times. Robbins is batting third in the Longhorns lineup, leading the team with a .370 average, 40 hits, two triples, 75 total bases, nine home runs, and 30 runs scored. He helped the Longhorns…
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ShopRite in Yardley Raises Over $50K During Contest to Help Fight Hunger
The ShopRite of Yardley recently raised almost $55,000 in the annual ShopRite Partners in Caring Cheerios Contest, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. Thanks to their efforts, ShopRite was placed in the top five fundraising stores in the anti-hunger campaign. The contest is sponsored by General Mills and takes place in September, which is Hunger Action Month. Funds raised at each ShopRite…
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Living History at Gather Place: Ida B. Wells-Barnett Program Headlines Growing America250PA Series in Yardley
Inside the historic 1877 African Methodist Episcopal Church in Yardley — Gather Place — history is not simply told, it is brought to life. On Saturday, March 21, Gather Place “The Bucks County Community Space” will present “Ida B. Wells — Voice of Truth, Force for Justice,” a powerful dramatic portrayal performed by acclaimed Philadelphia…
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La Grange in Yardley Hopes to Become New Bucks County Food Destination
La Grange, which opened its doors in Yardley this spring as a French brasserie, is positioning to be a premier food destination in Bucks County, writes Craig LaBan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Executive chef Peter Woolsey, the former chef-owner of well-regarded Bistrot La Minette in Queens Village, has already prepared a menu featuring classic French…
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Historic 1740 Stone Colonial Farmhouse with Three-Story Bank Barn Listed in Yardley
A 1740 stone colonial farmhouse featuring a walk-in fireplace and a fully restored three-story stone bank barn was recently put on the market in Yardley, writes Mathew Abraham for Century Homes America. This historic estate showcases stunning pre-Revolutionary architecture perfectly nestled on 45 acres of preserved land. It offers a rarely seen blend of the…
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Gather Place Presents ‘Remember The Ladies!’ An Educational & Informational America 250th Women’s History Month Community Series
In celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary, Gather Place Museum proudly presents “Remember The Ladies!” — a dynamic, educational, and entertaining Women’s History Month series held every Saturday in March 2026. This special America250PA Officially Recognized Program is part of Gather Place: Celebrating 250 Years of American Resilience in Pursuit of Liberty, Justice & Equality. Each…
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Business in Yardley Honored with Environmental Stewardship Award
The Yardley Refillery recently received recognition from Lower Makefield Township’s Environmental Advisory Council, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. Mayor Caroline Thompson of Yardley appeared before the township’s Board of Supervisors as the business was granted the Environmental Stewardship Award. The refillery received a plaque and a $1,000 stipend, which it has donated to The River Keepers Network. “And thanks to Lower Makefield Township…
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Gather Place Museum’s Harriet Tubman First Person Program Inspires Students At Charles Boehm Middle School
As Black History Month draws to a close, it’s a pristine time to discuss the many Black individuals throughout history who have made their mark on society. Among the most prominent and oft-discussed names is Harriet Tubman, the abolitionist and social activist who helped free dozens of enslaved individuals through the Underground Railroad. At Gather…
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Beloved ‘Home Alone’ Actress Catherine O’Hara Had Ties to Bucks County
Actress Catherine O’Hara, known for her roles in “Home Alone” and “Beetlejuice,” has sadly passed away at the age of 71, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. O’Hara had a lengthy film and television career spanning 50 years. Her role in the hit show “Schitt’s Creek” as Moira Rose won her an Emmy in 2020 for outstanding lead actress. O’Hara frequently worked with writer…
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