Culture
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Bucks County Resident Building Monument at Abraham Lincoln’s Bristol Visit Site
On Feb. 21, 1861, on his way to his inauguration, Abraham Lincoln made a brief appearance in Bucks County, writes JD Mullane in the Bucks County Courier Times. Lincoln’s train arrived in Bristol, his 84th stop on his 93-stop journey from Springfield, Illinois, to Washington, D.C. All that remains of his Bucks County visit are…
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Glenside Sculptor Casts Muhammad Ali Statue for Maine Town
A towering bronze tribute to Muhammad Ali, crafted by Glenside’s Zenos Frudakis is on its way to Lewiston, Maine, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. The ten-foot statue was commissioned to commemorate Ali’s legendary 1965 fight against Sonny Liston. The piece captures the champion’s strength and defiance in the face of doubt. For Frudakis, it was…
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Buckingham Church, Once Part of the Underground Railroad, Plans Needed Restorations
One of Bucks County’ most historically-significant churches is looking to undergo some much-needed restorations to keep it intact. Mount Gilead Community Church, located at 1940 Holicong Road in Buckingham, is one of the most historically significant buildings in Bucks County. Once a major part of the Underground Railroad, it is now kept as an important…
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Pope Leo XIV’s Favorite Wawa Order Is a Vatican Secret for Now
Given Pope Leo XIV’s connection to Delaware County through Villanova University, it was only a matter of time before he was asked about his favorite Wawa order, writes Joe Holden for CBS News Philadelphia. It was hoped that one Delaware County native might be able to elicit some answers to key Delaware County questions from…
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Annual Tree Climbing Competition Coming to Pennsbury Manor in Falls Township
On May 17, the region’s top competitive climbers will gather at Pennsbury Manor, the reconstructed estate of William Penn in Falls Township, for the annual Tree Climbing Competition, writes Mike Newall for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The roving event, organized by the Penn-Del Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture, follows last month’s Arbor Day of…
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New York Coalition Files Lawsuit in Final Attempt to Save SS United States From Sinking
Plans have been in place for months to sink the SS United States and make it the world’s largest artificial reef; however, a last-minute attempt is being made to stop it from happening, writes Shamus Clancy for PhillyVoice. Back in March, the New York Coalition to Save the SS United States filed a case in…
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Ivyland Celebrates 100 Years of The Loud Speaker, Its Historic Hometown Publication
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the original Loud Speaker newspaper. It ran for 39 years as a truly local and original Ivyland publication, but its history is still entwined with Ivyland to this day. Ivyland’s 100th anniversary booklet states this about the newspaper: The Loud Speaker, a 24-page monthly publication founded this year…
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Pope Leo XIV Turns Down Villanova Commencement Speech Invite
Villanova University President, the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, took a chance this week when he sent an email to Pope Leo XIV asking if he’d be free to speak at next year’s commencement exercises. “Very funny,” Pope Leo XIV responded. “I don’t think I’m going to be able to do that.” Still, Rev. Donohue isn’t…
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Yardley Couple’s Carved Owl Stump Could Become New Town Landmark
In Yardley, a new owl sculpture carved from a tree stump is turning heads. Cindy and Lampros Fatsis commissioned Ukrainian-born artist Viacheslav Kuzema to transform the nine-foot stump in their front yard. Known for turning stumps into art across the region, Kuzema’s work now brings joy and curiosity to the neighborhood. Though many assume the…
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Philly’s Trail Network Is Growing — but What’s Standing in the Way?
On a Saturday, April 26, people gathered at the foot of the Ben Franklin Bridge — not for a protest or parade, but for a leisurely walk and celebration with an important message. It was one of eight events happening on Circuit Trails around the region for Celebrate Trails Day, an annual springtime celebration of…
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Bear Spotted Roaming Chester County Neighborhood Startles Residents
Residents of a quiet neighborhood in Guthriesville, Chester County, were surprised early Monday morning, writes Caroline Goggin for 6ABC. That surprise was none other than a black bear that was spotted wandering through yards and digging through trash bins. The bear was first seen around 1:30 AM by Gina Amann, who was alerted by her…
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Villanova Graduate Robert Francis Prevost Named First American Pope
Robert Francis Prevost, a Villanova University graduate and a Chicago native, was chosen as the first American pope in history to lead the Catholic church as Pope Leo XIV. Prevost graduated from Villanova University with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics in 1977, writes Tom Dougherty for CBS News Philadelphia. “As an Augustinian Catholic institution, we…
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Former New Yorker Editor and Cartoonist Turns His Sketchpad to Philly’s Restaurant Scene
Former New Yorker editor and cartoonist John Donohue, author of All the Restaurants in New York, now brings his sketchpad to Philadelphia’s vibrant restaurant scene, writes Bedatri D. Choudhury for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Having sketched nearly 1,500 restaurants in New York, Donohue aims to do the same with Philadelphia. A self-taught artist with over 20…
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Bucks County Book Festival Draws Crowds with Author Panels, Book Signings
The seventh annual Bucks County Book Festival attracted hundreds of literary enthusiasts with engaging author panels, book signings, and a vibrant celebration of community and creativity, writes Emily Neil for the WHYY. People flocked to Broad Commons Park in Doylestown on Saturday for the festival’s main event. Over 40 authors from the Philadelphia region and…
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Brand New Concert Mini-Series Coming to Doylestown
Concert promoter Joe Montone and his Stage United nonprofit organization are joining forces with Doylestown for a new concert mini-series, Concerts at the Commons, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Concerts at the Commons will feature an exciting lineup of bands, delicious food trucks, and local craft beer — perfect for satisfying every appetite. The…
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Progress Reported on Anthony Wayne Theater Revitalization
Efforts to restore the historic grandeur of the Anthony Wayne Theater in Wayne are on track, thanks to the work of Todd Scott of Radnor and his nonprofit, the Anthony Wayne Theater Organization. The theater has been closed since 2020, but Scott, founder of Platoon Fitness, has had a vision for nearly a decade of bringing…
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New York Times: Judith Schaechter’s Stained Glass Dome on Display at Michener Art Museum in Doylestown
Judith Schaechter’s immersive, dome-shaped stained glass installation is currently on display at the James A. Michener Art Museum in Doylestown, writes Sarah Archer for The New York Times. The artwork is best experienced from inside. Once seated on the small bench, you will find yourself surrounded by the vivid glow of birds, stars, insects, and…
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Bridgeport to Transform Ida-Damaged Site into Green Oasis with $1M in Park Funding
Bridgeport will be getting a new park at the site that was severely damaged by Hurricane Ida four years ago, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The patch of land at the corner of Front Street and Depot Street has fallen into blight. It has now become overgrown with weeds and strewn with trash that…
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