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Philadelphia Region Luxury Homes Rank Among Top Ten Fastest-Selling Markets
In November 2025, luxury homes in the Philadelphia region sold faster than those in most other parts of the country, according to a new analysis by Realtor.com, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. With luxury homes spending an average of 64 days on the market, roughly a week less than at the same time…
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Locals Wait for Updates About the Future of Bensalem’s Neshaminy Mall
As the New Year begins, the future of Neshaminy Mall in Bensalem remains uncertain, with most of the shops closed and spaces left unoccupied, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. The property, which spans 91 acres and 1 million square feet of retail space, was sold to developers over a year ago for $27.5 million. Now, most of the mall…
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Long Vacant Ivyland Commercial Site Slated for Apartment Building Development
A former tractor warehouse in the heart of Ivyland, unused for more than a decade, is slated for transformation into a small apartment building, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. The building on the corner of Greeley and Wilson avenues will feature four apartments, two on each floor, along with eight off-street…
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New Hope’s Tenna to be Acquired by John Deere in New Agreement
Illinois-based Deere & Company recently entered into an agreement to acquire Tenna in New Hope. Tenna is a technology platform created to optimize and automate construction operations workflow. Through the platform, contractors have access to a complete view of their equipment performance in almost real time and can gain a better understanding of maintenance needs and equipment trends. Tenna also assists with planning, visibility, and jobsite coordination, allowing for reduced costs and an increase…
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Ring in the New Year with These Fun Bucks County Celebrations and Events
For those looking to enjoy New Year’s Eve out somewhere fun, there are plenty of spots in Bucks County to check out, for kids and adults alike, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Up in Point Pleasant, Dharma Bums will be having a special party with live music from Cosmic Jerry Band. Doors will open at 7 PM,…
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Nonprofit Publication Delaware Currents to Shut Down Due to Lack of Funding
Delaware Currents, the nonprofit website that provides important news and updates about the Delaware River, will be shutting down due to a loss in funding, reports Preston Ehrler for BRC 13. Meg McGuire, a reporter who served as the managing editor for the Times Herald-Record in Middletown, New York, founded the nonprofit a decade ago. The site covered news related to…
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Lansdowne Fire Company, Narberth Ambulance Partnership Helps Residents in Need
In the face of an EMS staffing crisis in 2023, the Lansdowne Fire Company, Lansdowne Borough, and Narberth Ambulance formed a partnership that secured care and transport for residents, writes staff for EMS World. For years, the Lansdowne Fire Company, which serves 11,000 Delco residents, was struggling with staffing its ambulance as it had no EMTs on site. The fire company outsourced its staff…
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Feasterville-Based Joe Hand Promotions Receives Dual Prestigious Recognitions
Feasterville-based Joe Hand Promotions, the largest distributor of premium live sports content to commercial establishments nationwide, has received two prestigious recognitions. Joe Hand Jr., President of Joe Hand Promotions, was named one of the Most Admired CEOs by the Philadelphia Business Journal in recognition of his visionary leadership and sustained company growth. Under his leadership,…
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Newtown Rabbi Building Recreational Facility for People with Special Needs
Rabbi Yudy Shemtov, a Newtown Township resident, is planning to open a waterpark and recreational facility in Langhorne for individuals with special needs, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The new attraction, named Playa Raya, is being constructed on the site of the former Breezy Point Swim Club in Northampton Township. Shemtov, who is currently raising…
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Steven Singer Jewelers Officially Opens New Store in Village at Newtown
Steven Singer Jewelers has opened its new location just in time for the holidays in the Village at Newtown shopping center next door to The Capital Grille, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. “Get pumped because we are offering the same exceptional service and stunning jewelry from Philadelphia’s Jewelers Row to our friends in Bucks County,” said the owner, Steven Singer. The…
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Plumsteadville Business Is One of Two Handbell Manufacturers in America
Plumsteadville is home to Malmark Bellcraftsmen, one of only two handbell makers in the country that have crafted their musical instruments for over 50 years, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. Malmark employs 34 machinists, fine tuners, and assemblers who craft its handbells. “It’s a very specialized business (because) it’s a hard learning curve to machine…
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Pennsylvania’s Problem Gambling Helpline Sees Record Number of Calls in 2025
For many Pennsylvanians who struggle with a gambling addiction, the state’s problem gambling hotline is a valuable resource to find support, writes Isaac Avilucea for AXIOS. This year, the helpline has reached its record number of calls, with over 2,700 through November, according to data from the Council on Compulsive Gambling of Pennsylvania. This is double the amount of calls received in 2020 and tops…
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Local Woman Finds Calling as Peace Activist at Peace Center in Bucks County
Barbara Simmons began volunteering at The Peace Center in Bucks County in 1987, wanting to help make the world a less dangerous place for her children to grow up in, writes Ann Rejrat for Spotlight PA. Little did she know, this decision would lead to almost 40 years of activism. “You realize it’s not just your kids that matter but…
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New Cafe Offering Breakfast and Lunch Opens Doors Near Peddler’s Village
Haddie Mae’s is a new breakfast and lunch spot that recently opened at 5788 Lower York Road in Lahaska by the entrance to Peddler’s Village, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. Customers can pop by the cafe, located in the former Craft Barbecue building, to enjoy food and coffee. “From hearty breakfast favorites to delicious lunch and great coffee,…
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Remembering Rob Reiner and His Beginnings at the Bucks County Playhouse
Director Rob Reiner, who tragically lost his life alongside his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, this past weekend, began his career at the Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope, writes Emily Bloch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. After graduating from Beverly Hills High School in California at 17, Reiner traveled to the East Coast to apprentice at the Playhouse in 1964. …
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Pennsylvania May Be the Next State to Ban Cellphones in Schools
Pennsylvania may be the next state to ban cellphone use in schools, joining half the country, if the Senate Bill 1014 passes through the General Assembly, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. According to the bill, school districts would be required to prohibit students’ cellphone usage during school hours. Exceptions would be…
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Project for 32-Townhomes Gets Final Approval from Warrington Officials
Following several years of planning, Warrington Township officials have voted unanimously to move forward with a project that will construct 32 townhomes on a 4.52-acre property on Easton Road, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. The property at the Georges Lane intersection will be split into four townhome sections, while also providing…
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Bensalem-Based Papa Johns Franchisee Sets Sights on Growth in Philly Region
The Bensalem-based Papa Johns franchisee, Pie Investments, is gearing up for another round of growth in Greater Philadelphia, coming on the heels of a major push that already doubled its number of locations in recent weeks, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The franchisee will open five Papa Johns stores next year in…
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