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New Initiatives Aim to Boost Safety Along Key Areas of the Delaware River
In response to recent tragic drownings, including that of a 34-year-old Bensalem resident who was on a trip in New York, officials are intensifying safety efforts along the Delaware River, in parts of New York and New Jersey, writes Preston Ehrler for Delaware Currents. To combat these tragedies, the Park Service is implementing several safety…
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With No Changes in State Law, Pennsylvania Presidential Election Votes Could Take Days to Count
Due to a quirk of the state’s election law, Pennsylvania presidential election votes could again take days to count, write Colby Itkowitz and Derek Hawkins for The Washington Post. The law forbids the opening of mail-in ballots before 7AM on Election Day. Despite widespread calls for change, the state Senate decided not to revise the…
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True Crime Documentary Films in Doylestown Restaurant
A new true crime documentary, “The Godfather of Fentanyl,” is filming in Doylestown this week, according to executive producer Steph Burns, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. The four-part series, set to stream next month, is shooting at Chambers 19 Bistro & Bar on Main Street. About 25 locals are participating…
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Award-Winning Property Made from Old Barn Ruins Hits Market in Romansville
An esteemed architectural masterpiece has hit the market in Romansville. The Norman Gaffney House has won multiple awards, including an AIA Honor. The property is looking for new owners to call the unique abode their home, writes Tiffani Sherman for Realtor.com. Floor-to-ceiling windows display epic views of a nearby horse farm and a stone fortress…
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Mid Penn Bank Holds Ninth Annual Celebrity Golf Tournament
Mid Penn Bank last week hosted its 2024 Mid Penn Bank Celebrity Golf Classic in support of the Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Coalition and the Basser Center for BRCA at Penn Medicine. For the ninth year, the golf classic brought together celebrities and sponsors passionate about raising awareness and advocating for increasing the funding for research,…
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Amazon Fresh Expanding in Bensalem Amid Philadelphia Area Growth
Amazon has confirmed the upcoming opening of an Amazon Fresh store at 1837 Street Road in Bensalem, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia Business Journal. Job postings for the new location appeared on Amazon’s website last month, although the company has not yet provided an official opening date. The store has already secured a…
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Doylestown Health Advances Toward Merger with Penn Health System
Doylestown Health is moving closer to finalizing its merger with the University of Pennsylvania Health System, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The merger is expected to reach a definitive agreement within weeks, as announced by the leaders of both organizations. Since signing a letter of intent in January, Doylestown Health and…
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Paramount Realty and Edgewood Properties to Transform Neshaminy Mall
The new owners of Neshaminy Mall, Paramount Realty, and Edgewood Properties, have announced plans to redevelop the site, aiming to breathe new life into the half-vacant property, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Acquired for $27.5 million from Brookfield Properties, the mall’s transformation will see approximately half of its 1.1 million square…
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Dublin’s Boiler Room Transforms into High-End Dining Restaurant
The Boiler Room has ignited excitement in Dublin with its grand reopening and transformation into a full-service, fine-dining restaurant, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Previously a wine and cocktail bar, it now offers a globally influenced seasonal menu. This transformation was spearheaded by general managers Samantha and Ben Krauss, who…
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National Pennsylvania Day is Today, Here’s What to Know About The Keystone State
Today is National Pennsylvania Day, which makes it the ideal moment to showcase what makes our commonwealth such an amazing place to live, according to The Keystone Newsroom. Philadelphia is renowned for its historical significance, exceptional food, vibrant arts scene, and America’s oldest zoo. Pittsburgh offers world-class museums and the iconic Duquesne Incline.…
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Community Honors Victims of Upper Makefield Flash Flood Tragedy
Community members gathered at The Crossing Church on Monday to honor seven individuals who tragically lost their lives in last year’s devastating flash flood in Upper Makefield, reports Leland Pinder for 6 ABC Philadelphia. The memorial aimed to provide comfort and solidarity to the grieving families. Among the victims were 2-year-old Matilda and 9-month-old…
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Indulge in French Pastries and Seasonal Dishes at Bistro Barberet & Bakery
For nearly a decade, Bistro Barberet & Bakery in Lancaster City has earned acclaim for its authentic and innovative French cuisine. This dual-concept venue offers both a traditional bakery and a modern bistro. Helmed by Chef Cedric Barberet in partnership with wife Estelle, their passion for French cuisine is evident in every detail. The bakery…
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Wall Street Journal: Newtown Native Alex Cooper Expands Media Empire with ‘Call Her Daddy’
Newtown native Alex Cooper has made significant strides in the media industry since her rise to fame with the popular podcast “Call Her Daddy,” writes Sarah Ashley O’Brien for The Wall Street Journal. In 2021, Cooper inked a groundbreaking three-year, $60 million deal with Spotify. As this agreement nears its end, Cooper is setting…
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Brandywine Valley’s Trail System Set for Major Overhaul
Following an in-depth assessment of the Brandywine Valley, its trail system will undergo a revamp including both an addition and the closure of several trails, writes Johnny Perez-Gonzalez for the WHYY. The trail, which spans 1,300 acres in northern Delaware and southeastern Pennsylvania / Chester County, became a part of First State National Historical Park…
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Squirrel Unexpected Culprit of Multiple Quakertown Power Outages
Residents of Quakertown recently faced a series of five power outages within 24 hours, all due to an unexpected culprit: a single squirrel, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. Last month, parts of the borough experienced repeated outages traced back to the rodent, which chewed through a wire near St. Luke’s…
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Aerospace Heritage Event Blasts Off at The Fuge in Warminster July 20
Southeastern Pennsylvania’s rich contributions to early U.S. manned spaceflight will be celebrated this month with a special event. On Saturday, July 20, from 1 PM to 5 PM at The Fuge in Warminster, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Cold War Historical Society will host “The Space Race in Southeastern Pennsylvania.” The Fuge, now an events…
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Renovation of Boone Farm Paves Way for African American Museum of Bucks County
The Boone Farm barn and its surrounding 32 acres in Middletown Township once empty for over 50 years, are now being renovated to become the future site of the African American Museum of Bucks County, writes Keshler Thibert for Hidden City Philadelphia. In 2020, county commissioners voted to lease the property to the museum…
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Major Upgrades Announced for Trenton-Morrisville Toll Bridge: $5.98M Project Begins
The Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission has awarded a $5.98 million contract to Road-Con, Inc. for construction work on the Trenton-Morrisville Toll Bridge and surrounding areas, writes Jeff Edelstein for The Trentonian. The project includes milling and paving of Route 1 lanes and shoulders, along with 11 ramps, covering 1,800 feet in Pennsylvania…
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