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Historic Tinicum bridge won’t lose its curves

Tinicum supervisors say the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will maintain the Golden Pheasant Inn Bridge’s current curved design when it comes time to rebuild the River Road span over the …

Jefferson Health’s Warminster divestment a “business decision”

Jefferson Health made a “business decision” to sell its property at 225 Newtown Road in Warminster and maintains that Avenues Recovery Center LLC will be “good for the community.”

Roundabout project to restrict Easton Road in Doylestown Township

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said construction will continue on a project to improve safety by constructing roundabouts at the intersection of Easton Road and New Britain Road/Sauerman Road in Doylestown Township.

Pipe installation scheduled on Old Lincoln Highway

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said drainage pipe installation is planned at night next week on Old Lincoln Highway (Business U.S. 1) in Middletown Township …

Buckingham addresses wastewater spray field plan in tense meeting

Buckingham Township officials Wednesday heard from residents frightened and angered by social media posts deriding the township’s plan to add another wastewater spray field to its spray irrigation program.

Mom’s cross-country bike ride “4TeamBrock” stops in Falls

Debbie Tallman Curtis’s bike ride from San Diego to New York City in honor of her son Brock included a stop in Bucks County Tuesday. Through the 3,000+ mile ride, Curtis is spreading a message of hope and acceptance, raising awareness of mental health issues, and generating donations to support suicide prevention efforts.

New honeygrow restaurant opens tomorrow in Doylestown

A new honeygrow opens tomorrow, April 26, in Doylestown, marking its 21st location in Pennsylvania and 42nd chain-wide. Located at 1745 S. Easton Road (Route 611) within Brixmor’s Barn Plaza, …

Heralding Our History: Langhorne once hosted a wounded Lafayette

On Sept. 11, 1777, at the Battle of Brandywine near the Birmingham meetinghouse, Marquis de Lafayette was wounded while trying to turn retreating American soldiers around to face the British advance. A British musket ball passed through his left leg below the knee.

Spring home showcase teems with creative verve

Look for innovative home décor and design ideas, luxurious performance fabrics and fresh takes on incorporating the old with the new at this year’s Bucks County Designer House & Gardens.

Designer House the latest chapter of Sycamore Lane Farm’s story

For one local family, Sycamore Lane Farm represents the homecoming of a lifetime. The Hilltown Township property is this year’s Bucks County Designer House & Gardens showcase.

Make it a Designer House day

Nothing spells spring in Bucks County like the awe-inspiring Bucks County Designer House & Gardens presented by the Village Improvement Association (VIA), which is returning for its 48th year from April 28 to May 26.

Meet the designers

Sycamore Lane Farm in Hilltown Township is being transformed by 35 area interior designers and 14 landscape professionals as part of the Bucks County Designer House & Gardens, which is open to the public from April 28 through May 26.

Designer House landscaping features a mix of styles

A stroll through the grounds and gardens at this year’s Bucks County Designer House & Gardens offers an inspiring feast for those who enjoy spending time in their own gardens and landscapes.

Souderton mayor lends scuttled Porchfest a helping hand

Souderton Mayor Dan Yocum saw a Facebook post that caught his eye. Perkasie’s 3rd annual Porchfest would not go on as planned May 11. Since Perkasie is a local community, Mayor Dan reached …

Therapy leads true believer to career change

I’ve been thinking lately that there are some periods in life that are often especially hard to navigate, young adulthood and middle age. And maybe every period in between and after.

New Hope — Lambertville fireworks return

Fireworks will again delight onlookers who fill the river towns on the first Friday of the month to enjoy a display over the Delaware River. With the support of The Greater New Hope Chamber of …

Concerns over Minsi Trail, Moyer Road, Route 309 aired in Hilltown

Traffic concerns and road safety were themes of several discussions at Monday’s Hilltown Board of Supervisors meeting. Police Chief Christopher Engelhart told supervisors that, as requested …

Residents to Hilltown: Pump brakes on auto parts business plan

Max Performance, a Hatfield Township-based business that specializes in wholesaling parts for American muscle cars and trucks, is eyeing a new Hilltown facility for its operations, but some residents oppose the plan.

Final Haycock Camp expansion hearing reveals a stark divide

Proponents and opponents of the Haycock Camping Ministries Inc. camp expansion made their cases amicably at the final conditional use hearing in Springtown. Parents and former attendees spoke …

On the Record: How Legislators Voted

A report on votes by local legislators in Washington and Harrisburg. “On the Record” is supported by a grant to the Bucks County Herald Foundation made possible by Melissa Eiseman.

Falls okays bait and tackle machines at Community Park

Falls Township Community Park will soon be a one-stop-shop for fishing enthusiasts with the addition of two vending machines that will stock bait and tackle supplies. During a work session earlier …

Newtown Township announces public safety hires, promotions

At a packed April meeting, the Newtown Township Board of Supervisors was joined by District Judge Mick Petrucci for the swearing-in of several civil servants, including a new police officer and five new firefighters.

Newtown Theatre launches “Balcony Edition” of its Adopt-a-Seat Program

The historic Newtown Theatre has launched the “Balcony Edition” of its Adopt-a-Seat Program to help fund its next phase of renovations. The renovations, scheduled for July and August, will …

Habitat for Humanity welcomes couple home to Croydon

Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County this month dedicated its 129th home, built as part of its Homeownership Program, which provides low- and moderate-income families with a path to a new home.

Bucks County Tourism Grant awarded to Gather Place Museum

Gather Place Museum, a nonprofit organization housed within the historic African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Church in Yardley, in collaboration with Pennsbury Manor – William Penn’s Country …

Welcoming the Stranger visit helps Doylestown church promote peace, justice

This month, the Peace and Justice group at Doylestown’s Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church arranged an informational panel presented by nonprofit organization Welcoming the Stranger.

FCP board awards $166,350 in grants to local nonprofits

During the season of giving, Foundations Community Partnership’s (FCP) Board of Directors awarded $166,350 in grants to 21 nonprofit organizations serving Bucks County, including 13 Bucks …

Ask SCORE: How do business owners navigate quotation errors?

Sometimes even the most detailed plans wind up costing business owners more than they had anticipated. Particularly for service providers contemplating a new client or expanded project, it can be …

SJK Wealth Management publishes first book

SJK Wealth Management, with an office in Doylestown, recently published its first book, “Wealth By Design: Navigating A Path Toward Prosperity,” written by Chris Tuck, CFP, and Scott …

U.S. Small Business Administration unveils SBA’s Investing in America Small Business Hub

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced the unveiling of SBA’s new Investing in America Small Business Hub, calling it the first and only digital portal of its kind providing …

Brian Hall joined C.F. Martin & Co. as senior director

C.F. Martin & Co. announced that Brian Hall has joined the company as senior director – strings business segment leader, filling a newly created position and signaling the company’s renewed …

Feasterville Business Association gifted website

Results Guaranteed, a Philadelphia-based digital marketing agency, recently announced its donation of a newly developed e-commerce website to the Feasterville Business Association.

Bucks County receives Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting

Bucks County Controller Pamela Van Blunk said March 18, the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada recently awarded Bucks County with the Certificate of Achievement …

Nominations open for 2024 New Jersey Immigrant Entrepreneur Awards

The NJ Business Immigration Coalition said nominations are open for the annual New Jersey Immigrant Entrepreneur Awards. The awards celebrate the important role of immigrants in today’s economy and …

St. Luke’s ranked among 100 top hospitals

St. Luke’s University Health Network has been named to Premier’s 2024 PINC AI 100 Top Hospitals list published by Fortune magazine. This is the 10th time in a row and the 12th time overall that …

LIFE St. Mary welcomes new executive director

LIFE St. Mary, a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) that is part of Trinity Health PACE, a national provider of PACE programs, has appointed Dan Moore as its new executive director. …

Fundraiser to support Esophageal Cancer Education Foundation

The community is invited to a night of music and dancing in support of the the Esophageal Cancer Education Foundation (ECEF).The first annual fundraiser will be held at Puck, 1 Printers Alley, …

Central Bucks resident Joe Khan loses bid for attorney general; other Pa. races set

Former Bucks County Solicitor Joe Khan fell short in his bid for the Democratic nomination for Pennsylvania Attorney General Tuesday, according to unofficial tallies early Wednesday morning.

Fitzpatrick beats back another primary challenge, will face Ehasz in November

U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick appeared to cruise to the Republican First District nomination Tuesday night, handily beating conservative challenger Mark J. Houck.

Calm settles over Bucks County primary polls

Generally speaking, the atmosphere at all the polls during Tuesday's 2024 Pennsylvania Primary Election was a bit kinder and a lot calmer than last November’s election.

Palisades sends 2024-25 budget back to committee

In an unusual move at this time of year, the Palisades School Board has sent the district budget proposal for the coming school year back to its fiscal oversight committee.

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