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Federal funding bill: What’s in it for Bucks County?

Congress has passed — and President Biden has signed — a bipartisan bill to fund the government and stave off a shutdown. The U.S. House passed the bill March 22 by a vote of 286 to 134 with overwhelming support from Democrats and nearly 50-50 support from Republicans. The U.S. Senate …

Quakertown celebrates new multi-purpose field

Friday night lights ... baseball style. Quakertown Community School District students, athletes, parents, school board directors and administrators came together to celebrate the district’s new multi-purpose field during a grand opening ceremony …

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Local News

Bucks County sues Exxon Mobil, Chevron, others over climate change

In a lawsuit filed Monday, Bucks County claimed several of the world’s major oil and gas companies knowingly deceived the public about the dangers of their products and ignored their impact on the climate.

Hunterdon native a natural at bringing the outdoors to life

We were all forced onto alternate paths during the COVID pandemic. But for some of us, like Thornton “Thor” Giese, the rerouting was especially dramatic. “I was all set to start a job teaching …

Solebury honors first responders for “excellent work”

Solebury Police Chief Dominick Bellizzie this month issued Commendations of Merit to three officers who came to the aid of a woman who was threatening to jump off the Lumberville Foot Bridge into the Delaware River on New Year’s Day.

Heralding Our History: 4 finds in the Hulmeville of 2024

Hulmeville’s glory days may have passed a century ago, but there is still plenty going on in this tiny town and good reasons to visit our historic community.Hulmeville showed its ongoing community …

Tickets for 2024 Designer House now on sale

The 48th Bucks County Designer House & Gardens, Sycamore Lane Farm in Hilltown, will open its doors for an April 26 Preview Gala. Tours of the house and gardens will run from April 28 to May 26.

Lenape MS student stuns record keepers with Pi Day prowess

For the second straight year Nergis Teke astounded her peers and teachers when she recited 1,017 digits of Pi. And, she did it in 20 minutes. The Lenape Middle School 9th grader is nothing less than a …

Bedminster Township Police Department adds pet registry

During his monthly report at the March 13 Bedminster Township supervisors meeting, Police Chief Matt Phelan announced that his department now offers a pet registry.

Waters Edge Winery & Bistro of Doylestown celebrates grand opening

Waters Edge Winery & Bistro of Doylestown, a new craft winery and neighborhood eatery, is officially open following a weekend of celebratory grand opening events, including a special guest …
A school bus driver is being called a hero this week after he safely evacuated three dozen Wrightstown Elementary School students from a burning vehicle on March 22.
Sports

Winning four-mula! Another title for Wood girls

W-O-O-D. Sometimes, the “O” carried the 2023-2024 Archbishop Wood Vikings. They averaged nearly 60 points per game over their District 12 title win and first four PIAA victories.

Honors pour in for Wood cagers

Great programs produce great players. Archbishop Wood, fresh off a girls PIAA 5A title and boys 6A final four run, had four products honored with significant end of the season awards.

Vikings vanquish Titans in South’s opener

The Archbishop Wood and Central Bucks South girls lacrosse teams compete in very different leagues.But their goals are very similar.Each would like to climb higher in the standings.The two met on …

Pennridge captures Flyers Cup, state title

Pennridge is this year’s Flyers Cup 2A and state champion. Again. It’s the second time in three years the Rams have captured perhaps the Delaware Valley’s most coveted prize in scholastic ice hockcey

State champ Witt adds to medal collection

March has been quite the month for Savannah Witt. The Palisades High School junior made history earlier this month when she became the first PIAA girls state champion in the 118-pound weight class, …
The Doylestown Rugby Academy high school boys team hosted Berks County at the home pitch, the Maennerchor Field, on Sunday, March 24. The A side lost 31-12. Trys were scored for the Dragons by Gavin …
Bucks County long distance runner Stephanie Savastano knows exactly what Jasmin Paris had to go through to recently become the first female runner to complete the notorious 100-mile Barkley Marathons …
It didn’t matter that Bensalem plated an unearned first-inning run last Thursday hosting Council Rock South. Golden Hawks senior Chase Ennis, a 6-foot-4 Penn State commit, K’d two Bensalem Owls to …
The Central Bucks South Titans were dominant Tuesday as they kicked off their Suburban One League Colonial Division season. The Titans showcased good pitching, defense and an offense that featured big …
Things seem to be heading in the right direction for the Central Bucks South boys lacrosse team. On Monday night, the Titans traveled to non-league foe Holy Ghost Prep, where they defeated the …
Community
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Recipe of the Week: Shoppers are hopping to stores for Easter candy
Years ago I interviewed a local candy vendor who told me that his customers shopped at his store twice each Easter season: when the holiday candy first appeared on the shelves to eat immediately, …

“NAMI In Our Own Voice” aims to break the mental health stigma

In order to help break the stigma about mental health issues, Bucks County Community College presents “NAMI In Our Own Voice” at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 2, at the Newtown Campus and online.

PFBC announces changes to stocked trout waters in Bucks County

The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) announced today that several changes are being made to trout stocking locations in Bucks County. Anglers should note these changes in advance of the …

MBIT administrative director selected for international education delegation

Middle Bucks Institute of Technology Administrative Director Dr. Mark Covelle has been selected as one of 15 educators statewide to serve as a member of an international education delegation visiting …

BCCC to host spring open house tours

Bucks County Community College will host an open house at each of its three of its campuses in April.Prospective students will receive valuable information whether they are looking to start their …

Three community members elected to Roxy Therapy Dogs board

Roxy Therapy Dogs elected three new board members recently: Dr. Lauren Celano, Stacey Pedersen and Maggie Sivak.Celano is the medical director at Doylestown Animal Medical Clinic where she started …
Opinion & Editorial

Happy to Be Here: Out of the mouths of adults...

Phillips’ Mill may be best known for the art exhibitions that have been presented by the Phillips’ Mill Community Association for almost a hundred years. It’s also a social club, producer of …

Ironically, shortly after writing this column, a high school friend of mine was honored by having herself portrayed in a play; she is quite the Martha Stewart type of Latvia, her native country. She …
Editorials & Guest Opinions
I appreciated the article in last week’s Bucks County Herald (“Haycock Camp witnesses fail to allay concerns over expansion plan,” March 21) concerning the Haycock Camping Ministries Inc. …
I believe President Biden has been an excellent president, who has accomplished a lot for the American people in his first term. However, you may disagree with his policies or be reluctant to vote …
Pennsylvania is in a tough environment now. On the one hand, economic forecasts say inflation has peaked and unemployment remains low. On the other hand, most Americans feel life is still too …
Tuesday, April 23 is Pennsylvania’s primary election. In this election, citizens registered as either Republicans or Democrats will choose which of the candidates put forth by the two political …
Poet's Corner

The Fullness of March Moons

Even during the storm, tonight’s moonlight is generous enough to wend its way through the blinds, shifting patterns on my pillow. So here it is, this full moon in late March, on the cusp of spring, …

Arts & Entertainment

Photographer showcasing exploration of Easton arts trail

Attorney and avid photographer Edward Shaughnessy takes viewers on a visual journey with “KSAT 2021. A Walkabout,” showcasing his year-long exploration of the Karl Stirner Arts Trail in …

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Business

Inspiring Synergy owner honored by Department of Defense for patriotic support

Pennsylvania Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), an office of the Department of Defense, announced that Inspiring Synergy Yoga and Dance Studio owner Johanna Abud recently received a …

Penn Community Bank, PECO leaders testify in PA House Field Hearing on fraud prevention

Leaders from Penn Community Bank joined state lawmakers and area business and government officials at a recent hearing in Lower Bucks County focused on addressing the rising level of fraud impacting …
Health & Wellness

“Still Alice” screening, Alzheimer’s panel discussion set

Pickering Manor Auxiliary will screen the critically acclaimed movie “Still Alice” at the historic Newtown Theatre on Thursday, April 4 at 7 p.m. The film will be followed by a Q&A with a …
Homes & Gardens

Which tree is best for your property?

Do you have a favorite tree? Trees are a vital part of the landscape. From cleaning the air to providing protection from soil erosion, offering shade, visual landscape interest and habitat for …

Surveying the landscape

While it recently felt like May, don’t count March out for some unpredictable surprises. Trees are still bare and most shrubs may have the beginnings of fresh green buds. It’s easy to get swept …

How to add the Pantone Color of the Year to your garden

Add a warm, cozy feel to this year’s gardens with the 2024 Pantone Color of the Year, Peach Fuzz. It was selected for generating a feeling of kindness and tenderness and encouraging sharing, …

Art & Antiques by Dr. Lori: Vintage dollhouses are trending

Did you have a dollhouse as a child? Do your children or grandchildren have one? Mine was nothing to write home about but it was special to me. It was homemade and I enjoyed playing with it. My dad …
Obituaries
Wayne “Mike” Cochran
Wayne “Mike” Thomas Cochran, 81, formerly of Upper Black Eddy, PA, passed away on March 19, 2024 at Doylestown Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. At the time of his passing, he resided …
G. Richard “Dick” Patterson
G. Richard “Dick” Patterson, loving husband of Edythe Wheeler Patterson, passed away peacefully in Doylestown on March 24, 2024. Dick was a husband, father, friend, and beloved figure in the …
Elizabeth J. Beck
Elizabeth J. Beck of Milford, NJ, died on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at Cornell Hall Rehabilitation Center in Union, NJ. She was 88 years old. Born in Phillipsburg, NJ, Elizabeth had been a Milford …
Donald E. Parlee, M.D.
We are deeply saddened to announce that Donald E. Parlee, M.D, 89, of Doylestown, died peacefully at Doylestown Hospital, surrounded by family, on March 21, 2024. Born in Philadelphia, Don, was the …
Kay Lorraine Renner
Kay Lorraine Renner (Hammaker), 82, of Brittany Pointe Estates, Lansdale, PA passed away suddenly on the evening of February 27, 2024. Her family and friends are deeply saddened by her unexpected …
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