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Residents Say No to Affordable Housing Shortage Solution in Bucks County
Affordable housing shortage in Bucks County could be addressed by denser housing, but town residents oppose it, and town officials have not been approving such projects, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. The county spans around 400,000 acres, with over 40 percent already developed. By 2023, roughly 23 percent, or over 92,000…
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Pennridge High Student from Perkasie to Compete in Miss America 2026 Pageant
Perkasie native Lynzi Allen, a rising senior at Pennridge High School, will be competing in Miss America’s Teen 2026 pageant in September, writes Mina Llona for The Philadelphia Tribune. Allen has an impressive background, with passions for modeling, dancing and debate. She hopes to one day become a civil rights lawyer, a dream she’s…
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This Wellness Retreat in Skippack is the Perfect Place to Relax and Unwind
Those looking for a soothing spa day spot can check out SALTability Retreat in Skippack, which offers a variety of services guaranteed to help you unwind, reports Bob Kelly for Fox 29. At this wellness retreat, clients can enjoy facials, massages, foot detox treatments and red light therapy. SALTability is best known for its calming…
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SEPTA Cuts Likely to Bring More Congestion to Bucks County Roads
SEPTA cuts will affect not only Bucks County’s rail and bus riders but also increase traffic, likely worsening congestion across the region, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. The large-scale cutbacks could end up adding over 275,000 more vehicles daily throughout the Philadelphia area, according to the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission.…
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Hear Ye, Hear Ye! The Bucks County Renaissance Faire is Returning to Doylestown
The Bucks County Renaissance Faire is returning to Doylestown for its second year from Saturday, Aug. 30 to Monday, Sept. 1, from 11 AM to 6 PM, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The faire, held on the TileWorks of Bucks County grounds, will feature a variety of new attractions along with 115 craft and…
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Part-Owner of Levittown’s WBCB Signs Contract Extension as Eagles Announcer
At 82, Merrill Reese, a part-owner of WBCB-AM in Levittown, has signed a multi-year contract extension as the Philadelphia Eagles radio play-by-play announcer and has no intention of retiring any time soon, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “I love to golf, but if it were a choice between broadcasting an Eagles game…
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Doylestown’s Pennsylvania Biotech Center Recruits Hepatitis C Cure Inventor
Michael J. Sofia, the inventor of the Hepatitis C cure, has joined the Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center in Doylestown, working towards a cure for Hepatitis B, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Sofia will be the distinguished professor and principal investigator at the Bucks County biotech center, a life sciences incubator and educational hub…
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Philly-Based Cheesesteak Spot To Open Second Bucks County Location Soon
The Philly-based shop, Steve’s Prince of Steaks, is expanding its Bucks County reach with a new restaurant set for Warrington, writes Michael Vyskocil for WJBR. The new location will be on Easton Road near the Target. This will be Steve’s second location in Bucks County, with the other in Langhorne. The new spot brings…
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Trevose-Based Rita’s Italian Ice Reimagines Old Buildings for New Locations
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, founded in Bensalem and headquartered in Trevose, is a beloved dessert spot that’s gotten creative with its real estate, reports Daisha Jones for PHL17. Since its founding in 1984, the franchise has opened more than 500 locations in the country. Rita’s often converts old buildings and reimagines…
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E-Bike Violations on County Trails Now Carry Triple Fine in Montgomery County
The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners recently voted to increase the fine for e-bike violations on county trails from $100 to $300, writes Tim Jimenez for KYW Newsradio. The commissioners cited the accidents and injuries from the increased use of e-bikes on local trails as the reason for tripling the fine. “We’re being proactive by…
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These Delicious Restaurants in Doylestown Are Perfect Dinner Spots
Looking for a spot to grab a bite to eat? There’s no shortage of delicious restaurants in Doylestown to check out, writes staff for Visit Bucks County. The Hattery Stove & Still is a modern-day tavern with a vintage, industrial-style interior. This eatery serves brunch, lunch and dinner throughout the week with unique and tasty…
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Tariffs Deal Blow to Warminster Electrochemical Instrumentation Firm
Warminster-based Gamry Instruments, which produces electrochemical instrumentation and accessories, is one of many Bucks County companies facing challenges related to tariffs, writes Tom Sofield for the New Hope Free Press. Gamry Instruments’ products range from glucose sensors to corrosion testing systems for the U.S. Navy ship hulls. They are used across both consumer and industrial…
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Destroyed Levittown Lanes Bowling Alley Set to Become Apartment Building
Levittown Lanes, a family-run bowling alley destroyed three years ago in a three-alarm fire, is now set to become an apartment complex, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. Falls Township supervisors gave the green light for a three-story, 24-unit apartment complex to be constructed at 8815 New Falls Road. The one- and…
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Comfortable Living Becomes a Dream as Bucks County Rents Skyrocket
In Bucks County, renters must earn $34.65 an hour to comfortably afford a two-bedroom apartment, more than double the average renter’s wage of $16.53 an hour, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. The 2025 Out of Reach Report by the National Low Income Housing Coalition uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau,…
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Two New Tasty Eateries Have Recently Arrived at The Station in Dublin
Excitement continues to build at The Station in Dublin as two highly anticipated food concepts officially join its culinary lineup, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Pizza Theory offers a fresh approach to both pizza delivery and casual dining. Operated by Ed Rosenthal, the Dublin location serves up handcrafted pizzas known for bold flavor and…
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This Black-Owned Candle Studio in New Hope Carries Historic Significance
Wax N Scent Studio in New Hope is a cozy candle-making studio located on Main Street that gives locals the chance to craft their own creations, reports Eva Andersen for CBS News Philadelphia. The business was first opened in 2020 by Moe Simmons and her husband Ningi. Moe noted that she wanted to give people…
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This Cozy Doylestown Diner Serves Some of the Best Pancakes in the County
Doylestown’s Cross Keys Diner, a former farmhouse turned eatery, is a delicious spot to grab a bite to eat, known for its cornmeal buttermilk pancakes, writes Claire Allar for Family Destinations Guide. These pancakes are the perfect balance of crispy on the edges and fluffy in the middle, thanks to the addition of cornmeal.…
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Philadelphia’s Steven Singer Jewelers is Opening a New Location in Newtown
Steven Singer Jewelers is opening a new location in Newtown, bringing their jewelry selection and quality service to Bucks County, writes Andrea Miller for I Hate Steven Singer. The new store will be in The Village at Newtown, in the space next to The Capital Grille. The company announced that it was excited to…
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