Culture
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Ben the Turkey, Social Media Star from Bensalem, Turns Out to Be Something of a Ham
If 1969 was the Summer of Woodstock, 2021 in Bucks County might be the Summer of Livestock. Marcus Espinoza explains the area’s latest barnyard bigwig, Ben the Turkey, for FOX29 Philadelphia. The local news cycle over the past handful of months has included mentions of celebrity pygmy goats and a wayward bull. Joining them now…
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Shady Brook Farm FallFest Channels Jack Skellington, Bringing a Christmas Tradition to Halloween
The 2021 edition of Shady Brook Farm FallFest, its annual Halloween celebration, required some rethinking. Last year’s COVID-19 restrictions eliminated much of its prior up-close-and-personal scares. So, the Fleming family, owners of the property, opted this year for attractions that are more distant but also more family friendly. Jenn Frederick of FOX 29 Philadelphia peeked…
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Arete Gallery, New Hope, Showcases Artists Who ‘Shed Light on the Human Story’
Arete Gallery in New Hope has a unique mission statement. Like other cultural centers of its kind, it seeks to highlight local artists and provide them with the opportunity to sell their work. But it also seeks creators with a specific, altruistic viewpoint. Bo Koltnow, from WFMZ 69 News, reported on this organization whose operations…
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Smoky Mountains’ Fall Foliage Prediction: The 2021 Annual Autumnal Beauty Pageant Isn’t Far Off
The Smoky Mountains’ Fall Foliage Prediction has good news for local lovers of the great outdoors. Alyssa Adams covered the report’s timing of 2021’s autumnal beauty for CBS3 Philly. The Smoky Mountains’ 2021 Fall Foliage Prediction Map says that leaves in our part of Pennsylvania will be at their prime in the October 18-25 timeframe.…
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Pennsylvania Battles Spotted Lanternfly Infestation with Quarantines and Student-led ‘Squish Squads’
Despite quarantines and “squish squads,” the spotted lanternfly continues to spread across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond, write Kevin Ambrose and Kasha Patel for The Washington Post. This invasive pest that devastate vineyards and ruin fruit crops was accidentally imported into Berks County seven years ago, presumably in a shipping container from Asia. Since then, it…
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Warrington Nonprofit, ‘Support Homeless Veterans,’ May Save Divers’ Training Site from Evaporating Forever
Hopes to keep the Dutch Springs diving site viable following its sale may rest on the shoulders of a Warrington resident and her military-centric nonprofit, Support Homeless Veterans. Anthony Salamone reported on latest developments for The Morning Call. After an acquisition offer from Northampton County for Dutch Springs was rejected, Cara Galob stepped forward with…
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A Visit to a Bucks County Corn Maze Is Perfect for Families Stalking a Day of Fall Fun
Looking for great fall-themed activities for families? Challenge your brain and sense of direction at a Bucks County corn maze, three of which were cited as being among the best in the area. Lori McManus navigated the options for Mommy Poppins. The corn maze at Hellerick’s Family Farm in Doylestown is designed for a good, old-fashioned,…
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South Perkasie Bridge, Already a Little Doddery in Her Old Age, Takes it on the Chin from Hurricane Ida
The Perkasie Historical Society and the Bucks County Covered Bridge Society were already concerned about the status of the South Perkasie Bridge. The structure — the oldest of its kind in the county — had already been saved once, when the historical society moved it in 1958. But now, according to Jack Reinhard of WFMZ…
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President Biden Officially Declares Hurricane Ida a Local Disaster; Direct Aid Now Available
In the aftermath of Hurricane Ida, President Joe Biden has approved a major disaster declaration for Southeastern Pennsylvania. The designation includes Bucks County, which now allows storm-affected residents to apply for direct aid. Erin McCarthy and Justine McDaniel covered the relief for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency officials, Hurricane Ida caused…
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‘Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience’ at Tower Theater? ‘Not Too Bad ‘
It was a shaky opening for “Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience” at the Tower Theater in Upper Darby thanks to some early mis-communication about when and where it would open. But the show itself? Not too bad, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Two timed tickets cost $99 for a Sept. 5 show. Inside,…
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The Overriding Importance of the Battle of Brandywine, Fought 244 Years Ago Today, Is the Marquis Lafayette
By Bruce Mowday The Sept. 11, 1777, Battle of Brandywine is a historic event of enormous importance to the United States that has been ignored or at least overlooked, for many years. For sure, from a military standpoint, the battle was a total disaster for the rebel army of George Washington. There is little wonder…
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Point Pleasant Couple Transforms Bamboo- and Poison-Ivy Choked Plot to the Pristine Gardens at Mill Fleurs
Barbara Tiffany’s husband, Robert, had his heart set on a 10,500-square-foot space in Point Pleasant, near the Delaware River. He saw potential. His wife saw a plot so in need of effort that her reaction to its purchase was: “Over my dead body.” FOX 29 Philadelphia dug up the story of how they acquired the…
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New Hope Photographer Oscar Mikols Turns Standard Real Estate Photography into Something Artful
The current real estate boom in Bucks County is not only good for realtors and banks. The meteoric rise of the market also means brisk business for a local photographer. Chrysa Smith developed his story for Bucks County Magazine. Oscar Mikols’ interest in photography started with a boyhood fascination with cameras. As a teen, his…
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Renowned West Chester Painter with ‘Incredible Passion for Art’ Dies at 96
Philip Jamison Jr., a renowned artist from West Chester who loved to paint daisies, portraits, and Chester County landscapes and cityscapes, has died at 96. Bill Rettew reported his passing for the Daily Local News. Jamison was a well-known “realistic painter” who left behind hundreds of paintings, primarily watercolors. He had “an incredible passion for…
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New Hope Greyhound Dog Breed Rescuer Also Saved an Atlantic City Steel Pier Diving Horse
It may be hard to understand now, but at one time, the Atlantic City Steel Pier Diving Horse was a must-see attraction. Once it was phased out, however, the fate of those horses became murky. Kevin Riordan tracked one of them, with a Bucks County connection, for The Philadelphia Inquirer. One of the many sturdy…
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National Weather Service: EF-1 Tornado That Ripped Through Bucks County Had a Long Wind-up Before It Threw Its Punch
Bucks County has had a rough summer weather-wise. This week’s remnants of Hurricane Ida were bad enough. But the damage associated with her came atop tornadic activity last month. Anthony R. Wood reported something quite unique about the August 19 dangerous cyclone for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to the Storm Prediction Center, tracker of tornado…
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Swimply Marvelous! Local Homeowners Turn Their Splash into Cash by Renting Out In-Ground Pools
In the run-up to Labor Day, if you hoped to spend some time this summer poolside — without access to one — you’re in luck. Swimply, a kind of an aquatic Airbnb, allows people to rent backyard swimming pools from willing residents. Jamie Tucker dove into this trend for WFMZ 69 News. Homeowners list the…
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Tourism Gems in Our Own Backyard: If You Haven’t Been to Andalusia in Bensalem Township, It’s Time to Go
Sometimes, it takes an outsider to enlighten residents about nearby treasures. Reporter Lauren Rude of abc27 profiled Andalusia for her Harrisburg audience. But her spotlight on the Bucks County historic property should justifiably entice locals as well. Situated along the Delaware River, the 1700s estate features a historic house, gardens, and arboretum. “There is something…
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