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Secret Cave Used by Revolutionary War Outlaws Discovered and Excavated in Buckingham Township
A secret cave that used to house Revolutionary War outlaws – British spies and armed thieves also known as the Doan gang – was recently…
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Washington Post: Oldest Surviving U.S. Warship, the Philadelphia, Receives 250th-Birthday Makeover
Philadelphia, the oldest United States surviving intact warship, which was sunk by the British in battle in 1776, is undergoing a makeover ahead of the…
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When Washington’s Army Ran Out of Food at Valley Forge, Polly Cooper of Oneida Indian Nation Helped Feed Them
When General George Washington’s army ran out of food while taking refuge in Valley Forge during the winter of 1777, Polly Cooper of Oneida Indian…
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The Revolution Happened Here: 10 Philadelphia Area Battles That Shaped the Fight for Independence
Before the world called it the American Revolution, it began right here along the Delaware River, across the rolling farms of Chester County, and in…
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The Star-Spangled Banner, One of Best-Known National Anthems in World, Has Rowdy Origins
The Star-Spangled Banner, one of the best-known national anthems in the world, has roots far more rowdy than patriotic, writes Barrymore Laurence Scherer for The…
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There’s a Secret British Pub in This Media Lawyer’s Office
Adam Barrist is a personal injury lawyer in Media who decided it was time to add a British speakeasy, the Barrister, to his law firm,…
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Police Render Image of Hessian Soldier’s Face from Remains Found in New Jersey Battlefield
The skeletal remains of a Hessian soldier found on an archeological expedition in New Jersey finally have a face, writes Rob Jennings for NJ.com. In…
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Evidence of 18th Century Doan Gang Found in Buckingham Cave
A stone carved with the initials “1775 M,” believed to belong to the notorious 18th-century outlaw Moses Doan, has been discovered in a Buckingham cave,…
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Harcum College Employee Spotlight: Rhonda Gaines
There’s a fresh face heading up Career & Transfer Services at Harcum College. Rhonda Gaines may be new to the community of Harcum students, faculty,…
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Here Are Some of the Best Spots in Philly For Your Weekday Lunch
Philadelphia is home to a thriving dining scene with an abundance of amazing restaurants where you can grab a delicious weekday lunch, write Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé…
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Buckingham Resident Seeks to Restore the Historic General Greene Inn
The historic General Greene Inn in Buckingham has been sitting empty for decades, with its paint chipping and dirt and mold accumulating, writes Carl LaVO…
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Paranormal Summit in Newtown Explores Unexplained Phenomena with Ghost Hunter Eric Mintel
A Newtown college campus will be the backdrop to Para-Con, an otherworldly conference dedicated to the supernatural, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier…
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Philadelphia is Home to the Oldest Bridge in the United States — the Frankford Avenue Bridge
As a state that has had a presence in the United States since its earliest days, its largest city — Philadelphia — has its share…
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Good Vibes and Linguistic Tides: America’s Favorite Positive Phrases
Language is constantly evolving, and the phenomenon of positive phrases, such as “good vibes” has gained traction. Preply conducted a survey to explore Americans‘ favorite…
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