Buckingham denies preliminary approval for warehouse on DiGirolamo tract

Cliff Lebowitz

Culminating a five-hour public meeting that adjourned a half-hour into the next day, and a years-long protest by residents, Buckingham Township supervisors denied preliminary approval for a proposal for a 150,000 square foot warehouse on the 57-acre DiGirolamo tract along Cold Spring Creamery Road between Burnt House Hill Road and Stoney Lane.

Avenues withdraws application for recovery center in Warminster

Jeannine Fielding

The Warminster Zoning Hearing Board meeting of July 24, was canceled due to the fact that Avenues Recovery Center LLC withdrew its application in a letter dated July 15, 2024.

Hundreds attend celebration of the region’s part in the Space Race

Madison Kifolo

The Fuge in Warminster hosted a celebration of the 55th anniversary of Apollo 11 and 65th anniversary of Project Mercury this past weekend with hundreds in attendance.

Paving planned for roundabout project in Doylestown Township

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that paving will occur next week on Easton Road under a $3.9 million project to improve safety by constructing two roundabouts at the intersection of Easton Road and New Britain Road/Sauerman Road in Doylestown Township.

Summer fun kicks into high gear at Doylestown car show

The Doylestown at Dusk Car Show, featuring over 500 cars, rolled into town July 20. Top 40 and specialty class awards were presented during the show, which also included live music and vendors.

Neighborhood paint store is people and pet friendly

Lisa DeAngelis

Neighborhood stores are disappearing at an alarming rate. I used to love going to places where the proprietor knew my name, especially when I needed some kind of advice.

Upper Makefield takes action to reduce flooding

Chris Ruvo

Upper Makefield officials are moving forward with plans to better control stormwater runoff and thereby help mitigate flooding issues in the township.

Inaugural event at “The Spine” in Perkasie to celebrate skate culture

Kathryn Nicholas

Perkasie Borough’s Lenape Park Skate Park reopened July 18, as “The Spine." Newly renovated, “The Spine” now boasts a brand new single coping, double mini half-pipe and a freshly milled and paved asphalt pad, designed to challenge and excite skaters of all skill levels.

Doylestown Twp. receiving millions to address PFAS-tainted wells

Freda R. Savana

More than $4 million in funding from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority is coming to Doylestown Township to help remove so-called “forever chemicals” from some of its water supply, state and federal officials announced this week.

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Dugouts to be placed at New Britain’s North Branch Park

New program to offer low-income seniors assistance

Woman ordered to stand trial for murder of Wrightstown man

On the Record: How Legislators Voted

Neshaminy Mall has sold for $27.5 million

Doylestown Health’s merger with University of Pennsylvania Health System expected soon

Bucks County Herald Foundation launches Summer Fundraising Drive

In response to the summer slump of advertising revenue and the rising costs of sustaining its award-winning news operations, the Bucks County Herald Foundation has embarked on its second annual “Summer Fundraising Drive.”

Champs! Blue Jays win region, off to states

Don Leypoldt

Danny Qualteria, a St. Peter’s signee, hit two, two-run singles as Quakertown topped host Lower Macungie 10-5 on Wednesday afternoon in the American Legion Region 2 championship game.

On the Run: Bucks’ best ever: Steely reflects on memories of Olympic exploits

Wayne Fish

With the Paris Olympics coming up shortly in France, veteran Bucks County track followers might think back a few decades to when one of our own competed in the Games just down the road in Europe.

Pennridge recognizes 18 student-athletes

There were plenty of reasons to celebrate. Eighteen to be exact.

Blazers riding wave of momentum into playoffs

The inaugural East Coast Collegiate Baseball League regular season came to a close Sunday, July 21.

Levittown’s Kennedi Dobson swimming toward bright future

Karen Sangillo

Kennedi Dobson is excited for her future. And the Levittown resident has every right to feel that way. Dobson, entering her senior year at Neshaminy, just competed at the U.S. Olympic Swim Team Trials.

Faith wrestlers capture gold at national meet

Jeff Moeller

Faith Christian head wrestling coach Ben Clymer understood that task ahead for his contingent at the recent U.S. Marine Corps Junior and 16U Nationals at North Dakota’s Fargo Dome.

Rugby notes

On July 13, the Doylestown Rugby Academy high school boys team traveled to its final 7s tournament of the summer – Surfside 7s located just off the beach in Stone Harbor, N.J.

Justin McCuen tapped as new Plumstead Christian boys basketball coach

Don Leypoldt

Justin McCuen was recently named the new head boys basketball coach at Plumstead Christian School. He takes the place of the retiring John Elton, who spent the last 17 seasons on Plumstead’s hardwood as an assistant or head varsity coach.

Quakertown Legion aims for region repeat

Don Leypoldt

The Pennsylvania American Legion Region 2 championship began Saturday morning in Emmaus.The defending champion Quakertown Blue Jays (24-2) earned another trip to the regional finals and awaited …

CB South’s Scholer has Duquesne’s back

Don Leypoldt

Peyton Manning opened Lucas Oil Stadium. But multiple Pro Bowler Andrew Luck was the Indianapolis Colt with the more stellar career there. Duquesne senior Haley Scholer competed at Lucas Oil Stadium on June 20. It had nothing to do with luck. And everything to do with her skill.

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Recipe of the Week: Zucchini has arrived

Susan Sprague Diamond

The local zucchini season has begun and will continue until frost.

Ramblings of a Native Plant Gardener: Susan Talia Delone

Travel is a marvelous way to mix things up a bit. I see new vistas, and I come home ready to create a new garden or redo old ones! This time I returned from Sicily, inspired by structures and native …

Zucchini 500 rescheduled

The West Ward Market’s Zucchini 500, originally scheduled to take place July 17, has been rescheduled to 3 p.m. July 30.

Rembrandt Beer brewing slated at William Penn’s estate

Pennsbury Manor’s brewing club, Quakers Behaving Badlye Brewing Co., will demonstrate a recipe for Rembrandt Beer, a new brew that they’ve created in honor of an iconic Rembrandt painting, 1-4 p.m. July 28.

Peddler’s Village Peach Festival to feature a summer favorite fruit

Peddler’s Village in Lahaska will present its annual Peach Festival from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 3 and 4.The festival will feature a variety of peach-themed treats, including …

Simple meals for sizzling summer days

Lew Larason

As much as I love cooking and everything that goes with it, at this time of the year, I try to make meals that don’t require a lot of time or stove/oven heat.

Bucks County Eat, Drink and Be Merry Month seeks partners

The Boiler Room at Dublin Town Center celebrates grand reopening

Transitioning to a new platform for our online Calendar

Attention Herald Calendar users, we will be transitioning to a new platform for our online Calendar in July to better serve both the readers and those who submit events. During this transition time, users may experience a service interruption. We expect this interruption to be brief and appreciate your patience as we bring the new service online.

By the Way: Dogs, volunteers drive this search engine

Kathryn Finegan Clark

When I think of searching for missing persons, my mind summons up hikers lost in the mountainous terrain and vast canyons of the American West.

Letters to the Herald

Solebury police officers to the rescue

I would like to publicly commend Officer Gina Ferzetti and Sergeant Marc Mansour, of the Solebury Township Police Department for their extraordinary assistance to me when my car broke down on River Road/Greenhill Road on Monday July 8.

A well-deserved honor for a community gem

Last week, a family member from New Jersey visited our home for a couple days, during which the most recent Herald was sitting on our coffee table. After reading it, she commented, “That’s a good newspaper!”

People with hyperacusis mostly suffer in silence

There are getting to be fewer and fewer places to go to for peace and quiet. For example, many libraries are not quiet.

“Investing in America” works

Through the “Investing in America” agenda, the Biden-Harris administration is cutting costs for hardworking American families in every corner of the country.

Trump uses border challenges for political gain

At the recent presidential debate, virtually every question posed to Donald Trump, regardless of topic, resulted in an over-the-top rant about illegal immigration.

GOP platform is full of fantasy

The Republican platform has been approved and paints a picture of what the next four years look like if Donald Trump wins.

HISTORY LIVES: Fordhook Farm

Poet's Corner

Getting Unstuck

Corie Feiner

I stood at the edge of the gorge near the abandoned Allegheny coal mine.

Peddler’s Village and Bucks County Center for the Performing Arts to present “Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding” this summer

Two well-known Bucks County entities – Peddler’s Village and Bucks County Center for the Performing Arts – have united to present Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding, an immersive comedy that has …

“Bee Inspired” at Trevose Horticultural Society Flower Show

The Trevose Horticultural Society will stage its 101st National Garden Club Standard Flower Show, “Bee …
National Dog Show tickets on sale now

The Kennel Club of Philadelphia, presenter of dog shows since 1879, has set Saturday, Nov. 16, and …
New Jersey Lyric Opera returns to Kelsey Theatre for Summer Opera Festival

New Jersey Lyric Opera (NJLO) returns to Mercer County Community College’s Kelsey Theatre for a second …
Princeton Symphony Orchestra 2024-25 season to celebrate music director’s 60th birthday

The Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) announces a special 2024-25 Season capturing the passions of guest …
Nook Nook Creative Music School hosts annual Nook Fair

Nook Nook Creative Music School has announced the return of its annual Nook Fair.This year’s event will …

New bookcase exhibit features wearable sculptures

Glen Foerd presents a new art exhibit in the library bookcases of its historic main house, on view …
Japanese Inspired Gardens Workshop slated in Richboro

Gasper Home & Garden Center will host a Japanese Inspired Gardens workshop led by guest expert …
Registration opens for the 95th Juried Art Show at Phillips’ Mill

Artists wait for this moment each summer, the chance to submit their finest work to the Juried Art …
Artwork by local artist at Yardley Reﬁllery

Lisa Domenic announced immediate availability of her original artwork at the Yardley Reﬁllery, 1 …
“Table Talk Histories” and new museum kickoff at Washington Crossing State Park, N.J.

Join in July 28 for “Table Talk Histories,” including a 3 p.m. presentation on impending …

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Business

PABC announces winner of $250,000 investment

A promising biotech startup from Philadelphia was chosen from among three stellar companies presenting at the 10th annual Entrepreneur Spotlight July 18, at the Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center (PABC) as winner of the highly competitive event.

Mr. Olympics at Comcast

Comcast has announced the launch of enhanced 4K from Xfinity, a first-of-its-kind viewing experience on X1 that combines industry-leading video, audio and network technology to deliver “a high-definition viewing experience unlike anything else available today.”

Kids-N-Hope Foundation raises over $11,000 during bingo event

The Kids-N-Hope Foundation raised around $11,500 during this month’s Purse and Power Tool Bingo event.

St. Luke’s 1st female colorectal surgeon has special connection to area

Dr. Julia Tolentino is rooted in the history of Temple/St. Luke’s School of Medicine at St. Luke’s University Hospital, and now, as St. Luke’s Colon & Rectal Surgery’s first female colorectal surgeon, she is welcoming patients in the network that educated her.

Area Guide to Homes & Gardens: July 25, 2024

Homes & Gardens

Beat summer heat at PA Horticultural Society’s pop up and public gardens

The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s (PHS) Pop Up Gardens and other PHS Public Gardens and Landscapes are now in full bloom across the region, offering the perfect “Heatwave Haven” for those looking to escape the heat this summer.

Managing weeds in the garden

Melinda Myers

No matter the weather, weeds seem to thrive and reproduce, and, if left unchecked, they can overwhelm the …
Art and Antiques: Make the most of your yard sale

Dr. Lori Verderame

Are you considering taking all that old junk out of the basement or attic and selling it to buyers on …
Garage upgrades can be home buyer deal makers

Melinda Rizzo

Is your garage ready for an upgrade?

Basement waterproofing for more uses

If you live in Bucks County and have a basement, subterranean or lower level, you’ve probably had …
For ease and convenience, consider raised bed gardening

From a single structure on legs to lawn garden alternatives, few garden structures can compete with …

Jay D. Sandler

Jay D. Sandler succumbed to AML (leukemia) on February 18, 2024 in the comfort of his home, with his wife Lisa, his kitty by his side, and several of his wonderful and loving caregivers from Emerald Helpers Caregiving, and the wonderful nursing staff of Caring Hospice. He had just turned 70.

Karla L. Dolan

Karla L. Dolan, 85, passed away at home on Wednesday, July 10, 2024.Born in Berminhoff, Germany, Karla moved to the United States in 1946.

Steven J. Coppens

Steven J. Coppens (known to many as Spike) of New Hope, PA, passed peacefully in his home on Friday, July 12, 2024 with his husband of 42 years, Jose Boscan at his side.

Jock James McKinstry

Jock James McKinstry died Monday, May 6, 2024, in Doylestown in the presence of his dearly loved wife, Olive. Jock (Jacques) lived a rich, long life amid his brave accommodation of and struggle with myotonic dystrophy type 1, an inherited neuromuscular disease that causes progressive muscle weakness and wasting. Just weeks earlier he had celebrated his 60th birthday surrounded by family and friends – a milestone he had not expected to reach.