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Enjoy a Tea Party on a Cold Day at One of These Bucks County Tearooms
On cold days, when a chill lingers in the air, one of the best remedies can be a simple cup of tea. Luckily, there are tearooms around Bucks County that make teatime an unforgettable, soothing experience. The Talking Teacup – Chalfont Reopened by Patti Fitzpatrick in 2021, this tea house and gift shop is a welcoming spot with a cozy atmosphere. Guests can choose…
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QNB-Victory Bank Merger Moves Forward After Shareholder Vote
Shareholders of Quakertown-based QNB Corp. and The Victory Bancorp in Limerick have voted in favor of a proposed merger, clearing a major regulatory and corporate hurdle, writes Amy Unger for WFMZ 69 News. QNB Corp. serves as the holding company for QNB Bank, while The Victory Bancorp performs the same role for The Victory Bank.…
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Did You Know Philadelphia Introduced the World to Price Tags?
In the period when bartering and bargaining dominated commerce, determining a clear price for goods was difficult, reports Christie Ileto for 6abc. “It was really a common practice to go into a retail location and to haggle,” said Selena Austin of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. “You would have to negotiate the terms of the…
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New Restaurant Coming to Doylestown’s Former Waters Edge Winery & Bistro
The Doylestown Borough Council recently approved an inter-municipal transfer of a restaurant liquor license, giving a major boost to plans for a new family restaurant and bar in the heart of the borough, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The license came from a Bristol restaurant and now belongs to 50 North Main Street in…
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Several Bucks County Towns Make Big Strides Up Wealth Rankings
Several Bucks County municipalities have climbed the top 50 list in a regional income analysis, with some towns now staking a claim to the “Big Buck County” label, writes Anthony R. Wood and John Duchneskie for The Philadelphia Inquirer. New Hope and Solebury, towns linked to reality television personality Yolanda Hadid of Real Housewives of…
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RiverTide Brewing in Morrisville Celebrates Official Grand Opening
After months of work, RiverTide Brewing officially opened its doors in Morrisville this past weekend, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. “It’s an expression of all our personalities, and everything we’ve done with our lives leading up to this point culminates into the food, the beer and the vibe,” said Rob Staples. Staples and his childhood friends…
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Philadelphia Boasts One of the Nation’s Strongest Economies
Philadelphia’s economy is currently ranked as one of the nation’s strongest for the first time in generations, writes Mark Zandi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The city boasted the strongest job growth last year among the 25 largest metropolitan areas with populations in the millions, rising 1.2 percent in 2025. Other major development projects also indicate strong economic success. This includes the…
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Former Bon-Ton in Richland Township to Become Home to New Tenant
Relentless Iron, a state-of-the-art fitness facility, will relocate to part of the former Bon-Ton department store at Richland Plaza in Richland Township, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ 69 News. This spring, the business will relocate from its three-year home in Quakertown to a larger space less than half a mile to the south. In the…
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Greater Philadelphia Tops National Housing Market Price Growth in January
Greater Philadelphia saw the strongest home price growth among 40 major metro areas in January, with prices rising 8.6 percent year over year, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. In January, the region’s median home price increased to $380,000, up from $350,000 a year earlier. According to a recent report from Homes.com, this…
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Famous Southern Chicken Chain Opening First PA Location in Tullytown
The beloved southern chicken franchise Zaxbys is opening its very first location in Pennsylvania this spring at the former Crossroads Tavern in Tullytown Borough, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. The fast-casual franchise is best known for its hand-breaded chicken fingers and wings, fried shrimp platters, salads, and sandwich meals. Its special sauces, including its signature Zax Sauce, are another crowd favorite, along with its crinkle-cut…
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Parx Casino to Open New Bensalem Hotel, Reservations Accepted Soon
Parx Casino is aiming to extend guest stays with the upcoming opening of the Parxview Hotel in Bensalem later this year, write Jo Ciavaglia and Danielle Camilli for the Bucks County Courier Times. Parxview Hotel on Street Road will soon start taking reservations, according to the casino’s website. “The former Inn at Fox Chase is…
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Philly Homeowners Stay Put Longer, With Average Tenure Hitting 9.5 Years
Homeowners in Philadelphia are remaining in their homes longer than at any time in at least twenty years, with the average tenure now sitting at 9.5 years, write Mike D’Onofrio and Sami Sparber for AXIOS. In 2005, homeowners typically spent less than four years in their residences before deciding to move. These days, long tenure,…
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Local Craftsman Creates High Quality Drums in Warrington Company
Over in Warrington, Chris Carr, founder of Bucks County Drum Company, has been handcrafting drums for over two decades, reports Christie Ileto for 6abc. Carr, who initially made a living making cabinets, transitioned to drum building, opening his business in 2005. He taught himself everything there was to know about making drums, from cutting veneers to later making his…
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Cursive Handwriting is Back in PA Schools Thanks to New Law
Governor Josh Shapiro signed a bill last week requiring that cursive handwriting lessons return to Pennsylvania classrooms beginning April 12, writes Peter Hall for Pennsylvania Capital-Star. The law, which was supported by Rep. Dane Watro and Sen. Wayne Langerholc, will also add printing and joined italics to writing curricula. For years, lawmakers have been pushing to bring back cursive writing in Pennsylvania schools, following in the…
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Central Bucks County Town Ranked Fourth Safest City in Pennsylvania
According to a new study conducted by SafeWise, Warwick Township is the fourth safest city in Pennsylvania, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. Rankings were determined by comparing FBI crime data, including violent and property crime rates per 1,000 residents. Another Bucks County municipality, Newtown Township, also made the list of the state’s Top 10 Safest cities, placing at No. 7. With its…
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One Direction Alum Talks Bucks County on Newtown Native Alex Cooper’s Podcast
One Direction alum and Pipersville resident Zayn Malik recently appeared on Alex Cooper’s “Call Her Daddy” podcast, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. Malik spoke with Cooper, a Newtown native, about his former relationship with supermodel Gigi Hadid, with whom he shares a daughter. “To be fair, just to have this on the record,…
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Valentine’s Day in Philadelphia: Romantic, Budget-Friendly Getaway
With Valentine’s Day spending hitting record highs this year, Philadelphia once again stood out as a hidden gem and a budget-friendly destination for couples, writes Amanda Hurley for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The city once again ranked among the more affordable major metros where couples can enjoy Valentine’s Day without having to overspend. A budget of…
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Wrightstown’s Historic Pineville Tavern to Offer New Dining Experience
The historic Pineville Tavern in Wrightstown will be offering a new dining experience starting on Friday, Feb. 13, just in time for Valentine’s Day, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. Diners will be able to order items from a new Italian Steakhouse menu, taking inspiration from the Abruzzese family’s heritage. “’Dal Abruzzese’ means ‘From Abruzzo,’ which is where my father’s family migrated…
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