• Uncovering the Why Behind Manor College’s Go-To Guru

    Uncovering the Why Behind Manor College’s Go-To Guru

    Tamara Ellerbe is that guiding light at Manor College. She’s often found in the cafeteria hanging with friends or helping in Manny’s Market. A social gravitational pull accompanies her warm personality. People seek Ellerbe out just to talk about a problem or excitedly unveil their latest achievement. For Ellerbe, her extroversion isn’t a learned skill,…

  • Gary Liguori Named Chancellor at Penn State Abington

    Gary Liguori Named Chancellor at Penn State Abington

    Gary Liguori has been named chancellor and dean of Penn State Abington, effective July 1. Liguori, former provost and vice president of academic affairs at the University of West Florida, was selected following a national search. “I am honored and excited to serve as Penn State Abington’s next chancellor, and I look forward to building on…

  • Kohl’s to Launch New Babies “R” Us Shop in Bensalem as Part of Nationwide Expansion

    Kohl’s to Launch New Babies “R” Us Shop in Bensalem as Part of Nationwide Expansion

    Kohl’s Corp. is set to enhance its store in Bensalem, with the introduction of a Babies “R” Us shop, leading a major rollout of the baby brand in 200 stores across the country, writes Linda Spice for the Philadelphia Business Journal.   Kohl’s Corps’ strategic partnership with WHP Global, owner of the Babies “R” Us…

  • Warwick Farm Brewing Recognized for Best Taproom and Beer Garden Design 

    Warwick Farm Brewing Recognized for Best Taproom and Beer Garden Design 

    Warwick Farm Brewing in Jamison has a significant splash in the craft beer industry by securing four prestigious accolades at the 2024 Craft Beer Marketing Awards, writes Michele Haddon for Bucks County Courier Times.   Recognized for its innovative marketing and standout packaging designs, Warwick Farm Brewing clinched a Platinum Crushie for the “Coolest Taproom…

  • Why Newtown Book and Record Exchange is a Must-Visit for Book and Music Lovers

    Why Newtown Book and Record Exchange is a Must-Visit for Book and Music Lovers

    A Newtown bookstore is being highlighted as a top Pennsylvania shop to visit, according to The Keystone.   Newtown Book and Record Exchange has been a cherished local mainstay since 1981.  This beloved shop offers a treasure trove of used books many of which are in pristine condition, that invite visitors to lose themselves in…

  • Crafting Collaboration: Neshaminy Creek Brewing’s Partnership with Rita’s Water Ice Continues to Blossom

    Crafting Collaboration: Neshaminy Creek Brewing’s Partnership with Rita’s Water Ice Continues to Blossom

    The partnership between Neshaminy Creek Brewing in Croydon and Bensalem-based Rita’s Water Ice continues to blossom several years after it started and has since produced a variety of collaborative Rita’s beers, writes Jeff Tomik for the Philly Voice. Neshaminy Creek first reached out to its Bucks County neighbor to see if there was interest in…

  • Lower Merion’s City Avenue Shifts to Walkable Living

    Lower Merion’s City Avenue Shifts to Walkable Living

    The landscape along City Avenue, marking the border between Philadelphia and Lower Merion Township, is undergoing a significant transformation, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer.   What was once a congested, auto-oriented thoroughfare dominated by strip malls and office towers is now poised for a shift towards walkability and mixed-use development.  Lower Merion Township,…

  • New Jersey-based Mister Softee Introduces Ice Cream Truck Tracking App for Bucks County and Beyond

    New Jersey-based Mister Softee Introduces Ice Cream Truck Tracking App for Bucks County and Beyond

    Childhood nostalgia meets modern convenience as New Jersey-based Mister Softee unveils its new tracking app for ice cream trucks, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times.   Now, instead of chasing down the iconic trucks, locals can simply download the app from the Apple app store or Google Play to locate their favorite…

  • Doylestown’s Fred Beans Acquires Four Dealerships in Abington, Boosts Regional Footprint

    Doylestown’s Fred Beans Acquires Four Dealerships in Abington, Boosts Regional Footprint

    Fred Beans, a prominent dealer based in Doylestown, has expanded its reach by acquiring four dealerships and a collision center in Montgomery County from Northern Virginia’s Rosenthal Automotive, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal.   The transaction, finalized on Monday, includes Acura, Honda, Hyundai, and Mazda dealerships along with the Abington Collision Center,…

  • Artifact Brewing Company Launches New Taproom in Doylestown

    Artifact Brewing Company Launches New Taproom in Doylestown

    Doylestown is welcoming a new addition to its bustling beverage scene with the grand opening of Artifact Brewing Company’s latest taproom this past Friday, April 26, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.   Artifact Brewing, originally based in Hatboro, has renovated the space to serve as its second location, promising a new hub for craft…

  • Taylor Swift’s Songwriting Passion Could Have Roots in Pottstown’s Wyndcroft School

    Taylor Swift’s Songwriting Passion Could Have Roots in Pottstown’s Wyndcroft School

    West Reading-raised Taylor Swift’s passion for songwriting traces back to her elementary school days at Wyndcroft School in Pottstown, according to her former music teacher, Barbara Kolvek, writes Amanda Goh for Business Insider.   Speaking to CBS Philadelphia, Kolvek recalled Swift’s early inclination towards poetry, noting that even during music class, Swift was often found…

  • Wawa to Introduce Milkshakes at Newly Renovated North Oxford Valley Road Store

    Wawa to Introduce Milkshakes at Newly Renovated North Oxford Valley Road Store

    Wawa is currently revamping its bustling Levittown location at 132 North Oxford Valley Road, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times.   Manager Tony Amato revealed that the site is undergoing a comprehensive makeover. “The entire inside was gutted,” Amato explained, promising a fresh, bright design that will impress patrons.   The exterior…

  • How High Schoolers in Pennridge School District Are Teaching Younger Students to Combat Bullying

    How High Schoolers in Pennridge School District Are Teaching Younger Students to Combat Bullying

    High school students in Bucks County are stepping up as role models through the Pennridge School District’s anti-bullying program, which empowers them to teach younger students about being upstanders, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6 ABC Philadelphia.   The initiative, run by NOVA, a crime victim support agency, involves high school students facilitating the “ENCOURAGE Upstanders”…

  • The Inn at Leola Village is A Fusion of History and Boutique Hospitality 

    The Inn at Leola Village is A Fusion of History and Boutique Hospitality 

    Tucked away in the scenic heart of Lancaster County, The Inn at Leola Village is where rustic charm meets luxury, deserving its four-star Forbes rating.  “To find a property with this level of award is pretty rare,” says Randy Howat, the Vice President of Sales at Leona Inn.   Originally a derelict Amish tobacco farm, the…

  • Tesla Dealership Property in Warminster Listed for $19 Million

    Tesla Dealership Property in Warminster Listed for $19 Million

    The property hosting Warminster’s Tesla dealership has been listed for sale at nearly $19 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal.   The site is one of seven Tesla dealerships in the region and the first in Bucks County, having opened its doors to customers earlier this year.  Owned by Drake Motor Partners PA,…

  • Ardmore’s Twenty One Pips Rolls Out New Dining and Gaming Options

    Ardmore’s Twenty One Pips Rolls Out New Dining and Gaming Options

    Twenty One Pips in Ardmore is revamping its experience with exciting updates this spring, as announced by owner Matt Hendricks, writes Emma Minor for Main Line Today.   The venue, known for combining food and gaming, is introducing a new food and drinks menu and adding a gaming parlor.  This expansion aims to enhance the…

  • Langhorne Hospital Embraces High-Quality Food, Opens Borscht Belt Deli Inside Medical Center

    Langhorne Hospital Embraces High-Quality Food, Opens Borscht Belt Deli Inside Medical Center

    The Borscht Belt Deli, a popular New York-style Jewish deli, is expanding in Bucks County with a new location at St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal.   Suzette Cunicelli, VP of professional and support services at St. Mary Medical Center, emphasized the importance of high-quality food in…

  • Second Sin Brewing Company Expands with New Newtown Taproom Opening This Month

    Second Sin Brewing Company Expands with New Newtown Taproom Opening This Month

    Second Sin Brewing Company is set to open a new taproom in Newtown Borough later this month, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.   The new location at 17 N. State Street, which previously housed Rittenhouse Home, will officially open its doors at noon on April 27.  The upcoming 1,400-square-foot taproom will feature a 12-tap…