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West Rockhill Considers Rules for Data Centers, Including Solar Power Requirement
West Rockhill officials are considering a new ordinance regulating data centers, even though no formal applications have been submitted to the township, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. Under a proposed zoning ordinance, data centers would become a new land use category in the “PI – Planned Industrial” district, along with formal…
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Sellersville Site Secures $125K for Cleanup, Paving Way for Housing
A brownfield site in Sellersville has secured funding for remediation work, which will clear the way for new residential development, writes Medianews Group for The Reporter. The Department of Community and Economic Development has approved $125,625 in Industrial Sites Reuse Program funding for the Bucks County Redevelopment Authority so that it can carry out remediation…
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Band Formed by Hooters Drummer, Levittown Native Performing at Event
While most rock and roll bands in the area were forced to travel to New York to secure the attention of record labels, The Hooters were bringing labels to Philly, writes Patrick Rapa for Philadelphia Magazine. “I remember with us, and with [Robert] Hazard, labels started coming down to Philadelphia, to check us out on our own turf,”…
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Bucks County 150,000-Square-Foot Shopping Center Listed for Sale
Yardley’s Prickett Preserve shopping center, anchored by Wegmans, has been put on the market, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to JLL’s listing, the shopping center spans nearly 150,000 square feet and was completed two years ago, and is 98 percent occupied. Wayne’s Envision Land Use and Langhorne’s DeLuca Homes collaborated to develop the shopping center. While they initially…
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January Sees Slight Drop in PA Unemployment Rate, Record Number of Nonfarm Jobs
In January, the unemployment rate in Pennsylvania declined to 4.3 percent while nonfarm employment reached a new peak statewide, according to a preliminary report by the state Department of Labor & Industry, writes Ian Karbal for The Keystone. While the unemployment rate dipped slightly from 4.4 percent in December, it is still up from the…
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Primanti Bros. Former CEO Acquires Langhorne Smoothie King in Recent Deal
The Markham Team, led by the former CEO of Primanti Bros., Adam Golomb, acquired eight Smoothie King locations in the Greater Philadelphia area, including one in Langhorne, writes Jake Dabkowski and Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to Golomb, the 10-unit deal took place over a week ago, with the Markham Team purchasing the locations from HMT Management. In addition to the location at…
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Renowned Chef Opens New Restaurant at Newtown’s Former Sycamore Grill
Mélange on Sycamore, located at the site of the former Sycamore Grill in Newtown, has opened its doors with renowned Delaware Valley chef Joe Brown at the helm, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. The new restaurant mixes the warmth of Louisiana cuisine with Italian sophistication, with a menu featuring everything from perfectly seasoned fish dishes to cocktails. “We’re excited…
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New Hope Lodge Under New Ownership, Special Renovations Coming
Foyer Hospitality, the owners of Michelin-recognized Hotel Anna & Bel in Fishtown, have partnered to acquire New Hope Lodge for more than $3.8 million in late January, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. New Hope Lodge Partners LLC, the entity behind the partnership, is linked to Andrew Benioff, founder and managing partner of…
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Indoor Pickleball Franchise Chooses Bucks County for Pennsylvania Debut
As pickleball continues to surge in popularity all across the country, PickleRage, an indoor pickleball club franchise, is preparing to open its first Pennsylvania location in Bucks County. The new facility will include state-of-the-art indoor courts, professional-grade amenities, and a welcoming atmosphere that is designed to suit players of all skill levels. Owned and operated…
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Pennsylvania Lawmakers Target Turnpike Toll Violators
Pennsylvania lawmakers are cracking down on Turnpike toll evaders, considering harsher penalties for frequent offenders, writes Mike D’Onofrio and Ryan Deto for AXIOS Philadelphia. The state has lost over $200 million in uncollected tolls, resulting in higher costs for those who pay their toll bills. State troopers and the PA Turnpike Commission are launching a campaign this month to identify reckless drivers…
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Newtown Seafood Restaurant Kicks Off the Start of Spring with a New Patio
Newtown’s Blue Point Grill is kicking off the spring season with the freshest seafood in the area and a new 60-seat patio outside, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. The grill offers 12 to 14 varieties of fresh fish to its diners every night, thanks to its 100 suppliers along the East Coast. Jack Morrison is the owner of Blue…
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Food Mappers Chart Pennsylvania’s Culinary Landscape
In a world full of influencer hype and fake reviews, several food mappers have charted Pennsylvania’s culinary landscape, relying on their own palates and passion, writes Asha Prihar for WPSU. Djour, a Philadelphia resident and lifelong foodie who uses a pseudonym to maintain privacy and avoid any special treatment by restaurants, set out around three…
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Doylestown’s Station Tap House to Reopen Under New Name, Ownership
Three restaurateurs from Montgomery County have purchased Doylestown’s Station Tap House, with plans to rebrand the restaurant in their first Bucks County project, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. New owners Joshua Friedberg, Gent Mema, and Orbelin Bitraj acquired the business and liquor license on March 2. While they declined to share the cost of the purchase, liquor licenses are…
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Bucks County Manufacturer Signs Lease for Bristol Building, Plans More Jobs
Bucks County-based Airline Hydraulics Corp. signed a lease for a 184,611-square-foot industrial facility in Bristol, which it plans to fully occupy, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation products distributor will be moving into the new location this summer, with plans to add 50 new jobs. The facility will be used for manufacturing…
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Costco to Begin Selling Wine, Beer, Canned Cocktails at Warminster Location
After getting approval for a liquor license transfer, Costco plans to start selling wine, beer, and canned cocktails at its Warminster store, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The move is part of a larger push by the warehouse club, one of the nation’s largest wine sellers, to get into the wine and beer…
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$600 Million Secured to Replace Bridge Linking Bucks and Burlington Counties
The Delaware River Bridge, a 70-year-old link between Bucks County and New Jersey, has secured $600 million in federal funding for a full replacement, writes Fallon Roth for The Philadelphia Inquirer. U.S. Sens. John Fetterman and Dave McCormick announced the funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission in a news…
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Popular Quakertown Craft Brewery and Restaurant Celebrates Reopening
The Proper Brewing Company is celebrating its grand reopening following a two-and-a-half-month hiatus on Wednesday, April 1, at 4 PM, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ 69 News. The 10-year-old Quakertown business, formerly owned by husband and wife Brian and Kris Wilson, was recently sold to employee Melissa Szymkiewicz. On Jan. 17, the restaurant and brewery closed for renovations and now features…
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Florida Firm Acquires Spirit Golf, Operator of Four Bucks County Golf Courses
Sports Facilities Companies of Florida has acquired Lambertville-based Spirit Golf Management, the operator of four golf courses in Bucks County, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The New Jersey golf management firm will continue operating under its existing brand. With this acquisition, the Clearwater-based Sports Facilities will get to enter the Philadelphia market…
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