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Bryn Mawr Teen Trumpet Player Earns Spot in 2024 National Youth Orchestra
Aidan Peterson is a graduating senior at The Shipley School in Bryn Mawr who will start college at The Juilliard School this fall, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. The 18-year-old is also one of just eight musicians from Eastern Pennsylvania and Delaware who have landed a spot with the 2024 National Youth Orchestra. Peterson will…
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New Mural on Delaware River Waterfront Honors Black Labor Leader Ben Fletcher
Philadelphia’s newest mural was recently unveiled, as Black labor leader Ben Fletcher was recently honored with a new mural near the Delaware River waterfront, writes Keshler Thibert for Hidden City. The mural highlights the 111-year anniversary of a strive that ultimately resulted in better work environments for Philly’s dock workers. Fletcher played a key role…
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This Bucks County Town is Considered the Best Place to Live if You Love Nature
Newtown is among the best places to live in the Philadelphia region if you love nature, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine. The town offers residents and visitors a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural activities, all within easy reach of Tyler State Park. This scenic park, just off Swamp Road, covers…
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Enjoy a Day of Fun and Fishing on the Circuit Trails at Fish Fest, June 1
The Greater Philadelphia and southern New Jersey region is filled with wonderful places, spaces, and experiences off the beaten path. From unique spots to eat and shop to public art installations and multi-use trails that weave through urban, suburban, and rural areas, there’s adventure to uncover around the region. Tucked behind a couple of warehouses,…
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Forbes: New Exhibition Showcases Never Before Displayed Abstract Works of Andrew Wyeth
Abstract Flash: Unseen Andrew Wyeth, a new exhibition at the Farnsworth Art Museum in Rockland, Maine, showcases the Chadds Ford artist’s never before displayed abstract watercolors, writes Chadd Scott for Forbes. The exhibition is on view through Sept. 8, 2024. The presentation is drawn from the Andrew and Betsy Wyeth Collection which contains almost 7,000…
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Where to Kayak and Canoe in Bucks County
Bucks County is offering a refreshing perspective on its scenic landscapes through a variety of kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding adventures, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. With multiple bodies of water across the region, enthusiasts can explore diverse habitats and get a close-up view of the local wildlife. For those looking…
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‘Noises Off’ Lights Up Bucks County Playhouse with Star-Studded Cast
The renowned farce “Noises Off,” celebrated as one of the funniest plays ever, is currently captivating audiences at Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope, writes Alicia Vitarelli for 6 ABC. This acclaimed Broadway production features a dynamic cast, including Jen Cody as “Dotty” and Marilu Henner reprising her role as “Belinda” from the 1992…
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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…
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Hellerick’s Family Farm Offers 40 Fun Activities for Kids and Families
As the weather warms up, Hellerick’s Family Farm invites families to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities. Located in Plumsteadville, the farm features a range of attractions, including hayrides, a silo climbing wall, and an adventure farm with 40 family-friendly activities. “We’ve repurposed a lot of farm equipment into really cool, fun activities,” said co-owner…
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Fred Astaire Dance Studio Opens in Newtown Township by Ukrainian Dance Champs
Husband-and-wife duo Roman Doroshenko and Iryna Savushkina recently opened the Fred Astaire Dance Studio in Newtown Township, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. The two dance champs from Ukraine previously worked for the franchise’s Doylestown location before they decided to open their studio at 11 Penn’s Trail. “We like this area,” said…
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Levittown Celebrates 72 Years Since First Residents Moved In
June 23 will mark the 72nd anniversary of the day first residents – John and Philomena Dougherty – moved into their home in Levittown, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. Since then, the Bucks County town has thrived. As it was settled in the mid-20th century, at the height of the Cold…
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Hall & Oates, One of Montco’s Most Famous Duos Is Clashing, and It’s in Court
One of Montgomery County’s most famous duos, Hall & Oates, is on the outs, and it seems to be serious as Hall is taking Oates to court, write Patrick Rapa and Sandy Hingston for the Philadelphia Magazine. Daryl Hall, who grew up near Pottstown, and John Oates, a North Wales native, have eight platinum records…
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How Croydon Woods Became a Conservation Success Story
The 80-acre parcel of woods next to Keystone Elementary School in Croydon, was once notorious for being a dumping ground and site for off-roading, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. Now, Croydon Woods has transformed into a nature preserve, thanks to community efforts and the Heritage Conservancy. This forest, one of Pennsylvania’s last coastal plain…
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Plymouth Meeting Author Honors Mother by Turning Her Poems Into Children’s Books
Lydia Cohn, a Plymouth Meeting author, is honoring her late mother Joan Yingling by turning the many poems she wrote into children’s books, writes M. English for The Times Herald. Cohn and her six siblings grew up in Merion Station. When her parents decided to downsize, Cohn was happy to take the folder that contained…
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Mercer Museum to Open New Major Exhibition About The Doan Gang: Outlaws of the Revolution
The Doan Gang: Outlaws of the Revolution is officially open at the Mercer Museum on May 4, according to a staff report from The Island 360. The exhibition will be on view in the museum’s Martin & Warwick Foundation Galleries until Dec. 31, 2026. A special Members-Only Preview Day will take place on May 3. …
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Woman Responsible for Mother’s Day Died in West Chester Despising What Holiday Had Become
Anna Jarvis, whom many credit with creating Mother’s Day, died in Marshall Square Sanitarium in West Chester despising what the holiday had become, writes Patricia Madej for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Jarvis’s goal was to create a national celebration that recognizes all the hard work done by mothers. “The purpose of Mother’s Day,” said Jarvis in…
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Lower Makefield Community Debates Demolition of Historic 1750s Farmhouse
Residents of Lower Makefield are expressing concerns about a proposal to potentially demolish a historic farmhouse from the 1750’s, writes Dino Ciliberti for The Patch. The property in question is a manor home located on 3.6 wooded acres across from the Community Center on Oxford Valley Road. This issue was a topic for discussion…
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A Tale of Two Pennsylvania Pop Stars: Quakertown Born Sabrina Carpenter Joins Reading Native Taylor Swift on Eras Tour
Quakertown-born Sabrina Carpenter has making waves as an upcoming pop star, especially among the Swifties, writes Franki Rudensky for The Philly Voice. The ‘Feather’ singer has joined Reading-raised pop icon Taylor Swift in Brazil, Australia, and Singapore to kick off the international leg of The Eras Tour, recently joining her in Argentina. Even…
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