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Pennsylvania’s Problem Gambling Helpline Sees Record Number of Calls in 2025
For many Pennsylvanians who struggle with a gambling addiction, the state’s problem gambling hotline is a valuable resource to find support, writes Isaac Avilucea for AXIOS. This year, the helpline has reached its record number of calls, with over 2,700 through November, according to data from the Council on Compulsive Gambling of Pennsylvania. This is double the amount of calls received in 2020 and tops…
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New Cafe Offering Breakfast and Lunch Opens Doors near Peddler’s Village
Haddie Mae’s is a new breakfast and lunch spot that recently opened at 5788 Lower York Road in Lahaska by the entrance to Peddler’s Village, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. Customers can pop by the cafe, located in the former Craft Barbecue building, to enjoy food and coffee. “From hearty breakfast favorites to delicious lunch and great coffee,…
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Remembering Rob Reiner and His Beginnings at the Bucks County Playhouse
Director Rob Reiner, who tragically lost his life alongside his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, this past weekend, began his career at the Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope, writes Emily Bloch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. After graduating from Beverly Hills High School in California at 17, Reiner traveled to the East Coast to apprentice at the Playhouse in 1964. …
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Pennsylvania May Be the Next State to Ban Cellphones in Schools
Pennsylvania may be the next state to ban cellphone use in schools, joining half the country, if the Senate Bill 1014 passes through the General Assembly, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. According to the bill, school districts would be required to prohibit students’ cellphone usage during school hours. Exceptions would be…
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Project for 32-Townhomes Gets Final Approval from Warrington Officials
Following several years of planning, Warrington Township officials have voted unanimously to move forward with a project that will construct 32 townhomes on a 4.52-acre property on Easton Road, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. The property at the Georges Lane intersection will be split into four townhome sections, while also providing…
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Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter Joins 2026 Met Gala Host Committee
This past week, Vogue announced that Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter is joining the 2026 Met Gala host committee, writes Rosa Cartagena for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The pop star will be joining 15 other celebrities on the committee, including model Paloma Elsesser, K-pop performer Lisa, ballerina Misty Copeland, actor Gwendoline Christie, and vocalist Sam Smith. …
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Yardley’s Ingage Names Home Improvement Veteran Vice President of Customer Experience
Yardley-based Ingage, a provider of interactive and data-driven sales enablement software, has named Kyle Sellers its new Vice President of Customer Experience. Sellers is a veteran of the home improvement industry with over a decade of experience shaping successful strategies for well-known brands. He has served in leadership roles with organizations including Tundraland Home Improvements…
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Following Abrupt Closure, Rocco’s at The Brick Releases Statement with Update
After its abrupt closure, Rocco’s at The Brick in Newtown issued a statement earlier this week to thank customers and address concerns regarding gift cards, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. “Your support has made this transition easier, and we are incredibly grateful for each of you,” wrote the eatery. Rocco’s also noted, in response…
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Pennsylvania Emerges as Major Hub for Gas-Powered Data Centers
Pennsylvania is rapidly emerging as a major center for gas-powered data centers, based on newly released analysis from research firm BloombergNEF, writes Chrissy Suttles for AXIOS. Pennsylvania’s data center capacity is being boosted by policy incentives, billions in investments, and abundant natural gas reserves, as developers compete to secure new power sources to meet rising…
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Yardley-Based Jubilant Therapeutics Appoints Industry Veteran as New CEO
Jubilant Therapeutics, a Yardley-based biopharmaceutical company focused on cancer and autoimmune disease treatments, has named Daniel J. O’Connor to be its new CEO, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. O’Connor brings with him more than thirty years of executive experience in the life sciences industry. He previously led Ambryx Biopharma, a San Diego…
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This Christmas Season, Check Out These Special Light Displays in Bucks County
This holiday season, hop in your car and take a trip around Bucks County to see some of the best house displays, featuring spectacular lights, inflatables, music, handmade decorations, and more, writes Jo Ciavaglia and Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Matthews Lane Wonderland in Newtown Township features over 100,000 lights across…
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Calling All Hoagie Lovers! PrimoHoagies Opening New Quakertown Location
PrimoHoagies, the popular fast-casual chain known for its hoagies packed with premium meats, cheeses, and a distinctive spice blend, is launching a new location in Quakertown, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ 69 News. The new PrimoHoagies will take over the space formerly occupied by SuperCuts in the Quakertown Plaza shopping center. Renovations will begin in…
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Bucks County Teens Launch Global Nonprofit to Make Healthcare More Accessible
Kind Koala is a youth-led global nonprofit organization founded by a team of students from Central Bucks High School West who were inspired by a friend. Adam Kadan, Aadi Anantuni, and Nate Liang saw that one of their classmates was being teased for having a gap in his teeth. “He seemed to be really hurt…
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Follow This Guide to Enjoy a Sabrina Carpenter-Inspired Day in Bucks County
Those looking to spend a day in Bucks County can take inspiration from Quakertown native Sabrina Carpenter, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for Visit Bucks County. Take a “House Tour” of one of Bucks County’s most incredible sights: Fonthill Castle. Located in Doylestown, this historic home belonged to Henry Mercer and was built between 1908 and…
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First Bucks County CAVA to Open Later This Month at Village at Newtown
Mediterranean fast casual restaurant chain CAVA is set to open its first Bucks County location later this month at the Village at Newtown on Eagle Road, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Known for its Mediterranean-inspired bowls, pitas, dips and dressings, the newest eatery in the area will open its doors to patrons on Dec.…
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Bucks County Borough Boasts Impressive Bridge and Scenic Beauty
Home to just under 1,000 residents, Riegelsville provides a unique combination of canal history and picturesque scenery and includes a rare, century-old suspension bridge, writes Joshua Parle for the Islands. The Riegelsville Bridge, which remains in use today and links Pennsylvania to New Jersey, was designed by the engineers who built the Brooklyn Bridge. Thanks…
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CYI Brings Holiday Cheer and Laughter with Comedy for a Cause This Weekend
The Coatesville Youth Initiative (CYI) is kicking off the holiday season with an evening of joy, generosity, and giggles at Comedy for a Cause, held on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 7:30 PM at The Flash in Kennett Square. The evening features the high-energy improv group Better Than Bacon, known for their spontaneous, audience-driven comedy. This…
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Rocco’s Owner to Open Restaurant at Former Sycamore Grill in Newtown
Marc Gelman, the restaurateur behind the recently closed Rocco’s at The Brick, has teamed up with Chef Joe Brown on Mélange, a new upscale dining experience set to open at the former Sycamore Grill spot in Newtown, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. The pair had already begun renovating the new space…
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