Family
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Weekend Wanderer: A Like Mind in an Odd Place
In one month, my parental caregiving enters its 10th year. Being uncomfortably sandwiched between kids and parents, I’ve been in a doctor’s office once or twice. A month. For a decade. I’ve also dealt with lawyers, Veterans Affairs, care home staff, banks, and likely more people I’m missing but who should not be sorry I’m…
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Don’t Miss These Activities in Bucks County If You Love Animals
Those looking to spend some time with cute animals can check out the variety of activities available in Bucks County, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for Visit Bucks County. Chalfont’s Coleman Hay Farms offers the Highland Moo Meet and Greet, giving locals the chance to see their Highland cows. Visitors will learn about the cows on…
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Weekend Wanderer: Not-So-Fond Memories
I have one more story from summer. One more story before I flood you with demands to decorate for Halloween, like, two weeks ago. My family regularly vacations in North Carolina’s Outer Banks. I’ve visited one particular island since I was born. More recently, I’ve spent time in Wilmington for my daughter’s camp. One thing…
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Weekend Wanderer: I Can’t Quit Urgent Care
You may recall that day I picked up my son from a Secaucus mall because he had a raging fever. I mean, of course you remember. That’s all you do, right? Track the events of my life? To that end, where did that extra key come from? If you’re tracking my life, you should know. …
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Father from Bucks County Saves Child Stuck on Monorail at Hersheypark
This past weekend, John Sampson, a veterinarian from Jamison, saved a child stuck on the monorail at Hersheypark, reports Leland Pinder for 6abc. Sampson was with his wife and children at the theme park when a commotion broke out. A young boy was wandering on the monorail above the crowd as people tried to direct…
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These Are Some of the Best Places to Go for a Hayride in Bucks County
Those looking to enjoy a hayride can check out one of the many available in Bucks County, ranging from family-friendly to haunted, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for Visit Bucks County. AGA Farms in Perkasie features a cozy tractor-drawn wagon ride through their 100-acre farm. Visitors will tour the property and see the cornfields, pumpkin patches,…
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Weekend Wanderer: I Have an Extra Key
I have a problem. A secret problem. See, I have an extra key on my key ring. I can hear you out there, you know. Asking what the big deal is about an extra key. First, I think we’re well established here. We all know I do not have superfluous keys on my key ring.…
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Weekend Wanderer: Memories That Never Happened
Can you stand one more column about movies? Well, not movies per se. More like the memories surrounding them. Memory is tricky. As the BBC’s Science Focus explains, it can be affected by many things. When my husband and I were dating, I called him one night, shocked to have learned the Austrian singer of…
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Weekend Wanderer: About That Summerween Thing …
As I write this, it’s a steamy July day. The temperature is topping out at 93 degrees, but the humidity is nudging that feeling above 100. And I have one thing on my mind. Halloween III: Season of the Witch. Don’t judge me. Do you buy seashell Christmas ornaments during your June vacation to Cape…
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Glenmoore Family Honors Late Son with Memorial Spaceflight
A Glenmoore family will honor their late son with a unique memorial through Celestis Inc., writes Rita Giordano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The company, based in Houston, offers a unique memorial tribute: a “space burial,” where a loved one’s remains can be rocketed into space. Celestis offers multiple options and methods for the “burial.” The…
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Weekend Wanderer: My Gut Wanted More Than Just a Scone
It was a Saturday, and I was driving my son to Secaucus, New Jersey. He was seeing a movie with friends. Why was I driving a kid who has his license? Long story. Why was I driving a kid from Bucks County to see friends in Secaucus, an hour and a half away? Longer story. …
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Two Bucks County Towns Among Top 15 Pennsylvania Destinations for Retirees
Pennsylvania offers an ideal retirement setting with its rich history, scenic landscapes, and small-town charm, including two standout destinations in Bucks County, writes Leo Heit for When in Your State. Doylestown and New Hope made the list of 15 charming towns in Pennsylvania you would love to retire to after your first visit. Doylestown is…
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This New Hope Farm is the Perfect Place for Families with Special Needs
Helping Friendly Farm in New Hope is a wonderful place for families with special needs. The space offers a soothing atmosphere and fun activities, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. Jessica Zander, a former special education teacher, founded the farm, which opened in 2022. The farm offers families a blend of sensory exploration, animal interaction and…
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Weekend Wanderer: Should I Be on An Outdoor Committee?
So, the day I was Googling “how do I get rid of skinks?” was also the day I was tapped to join a committee in my husband’s outdoor organization. Yes. They’ve met me. Just deepens that mystery, doesn’t it? It all started as I climbed the lone step to my front door. A tiny blue…
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Lansdowne Woman Who Lost Her Daughter Cares for Miracle Baby Left Behind
Tylicia Bell is coping with the loss of her 19-year-old daughter, a victim of murder, even as she remains strong for her granddaughter. Tanyiah Bell was eight months pregnant when she was shot and killed in her apartment by her boyfriend, according to Lansdowne police. Doctors were able to save the baby, and Tanyiah Miracle…
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Weekend Wanderer: Why Is Benson Boone Singing About My Life?
Ten days ago, I’d never heard of Benson Boone. Good Morning America threw him up at the end of their opening sequence, all wiry Timothy Olyphant frame and pornstache. Not that I’d know. Who’s that guy? I thought. Why is GMA acting like I know who he is? Because I don’t. And I planned to…
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Bristol Police Officer Drums with Nephew at Special Baseball Game Performance
A Bristol police officer had the opportunity to drum along with his nephew at a baseball game performance in Trenton, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. Growing up, Officer Tyler Aspell was a member of Drummers with Attitude, a group that regularly meets at Harry S. Truman High School. The group has spent the past two…
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Sesame Place Celebrates 45th Anniversary with Special Alumni Reunion
To celebrate its 45th anniversary, Sesame Place Philadelphia is welcoming back former employees for an Alumni Reunion, writes Marisa Magnatta for 93.3 WMMR. On July 29, alumni can enjoy fun events and treats at the Langhorne theme park. Crew and cast members will have the opportunity to lead the Sesame Street Birthday Parade and…
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