• Explore Three Restored Bucks County Homes That Preserve Historic Architectural Legacy

    Explore Three Restored Bucks County Homes That Preserve Historic Architectural Legacy

    Pennsylvania’s legacy continues to live through many of its beautifully restored historic estates, including several in Bucks County that are currently on the market, writes Jon Dykstra for the Home Stratosphere. A gorgeous stone farmhouse in Pipersville dates back to 1785 and seamlessly blends historic charm with modern function. The beautifully restored four-bedroom, five-bathroom home…

  • Here Are 2 Top-Rated Rooftop Dining Spots in Bucks County

    Here Are 2 Top-Rated Rooftop Dining Spots in Bucks County

    With warmer days ahead ushering in the official rooftop dining season, there are plenty of great rooftop restaurants and bars to choose from in the Philadelphia suburbs, including some Bucks County rooftop dining, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Among the eight best, two are located in Bucks County. Maxwell’s On Main in Doylestown…

  • United Way’s Marissa Christie Is Leading With Heart—and Making a Big Impact in Bucks County

    United Way’s Marissa Christie Is Leading With Heart—and Making a Big Impact in Bucks County

    Marissa Christie always believed in the power of unity, and now she puts this into action as president and CEO of United Way of Bucks County, writes Julie Brown Patton for City Lifestyle. The organization solves urgent community challenges and ensuring local families have access to the resources they need. “A great example of unification…

  • Philadelphia Leadership: Dr. Gloria Oikelome, Provost and VP for Academic Affairs, Delaware Valley University

    Philadelphia Leadership: Dr. Gloria Oikelome, Provost and VP for Academic Affairs, Delaware Valley University

    Dr. Gloria Oikelome, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Delaware Valley University in Doylestown, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about her childhood growing up in St. Paul, Minnesota, in a large family of Nigerian immigrants and how she, growing up in a family of avid readers, cultivated an appreciation for learning at a very…

  • Bucks County Public Schools Have Some of Highest-Paid Teachers in Pennsylvania

    Bucks County Public Schools Have Some of Highest-Paid Teachers in Pennsylvania

    According to recent salary reports from the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Bucks County public school teachers are among the best-paid in the state, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. The highest-paid teachers in most of the county’s 13 school districts rank among the top 50 salaries statewide—additionally, all 13 districts placed among…

  • New Hope-Lambertville Toll Bridge Shifting to Cashless Tolls

    New Hope-Lambertville Toll Bridge Shifting to Cashless Tolls

    Newtown Township-based PFK-MARK III has been awarded an $11.8 million contract by the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission to transform the Route 202 New Hope-Lambertville toll bridge into a cashless tolling system by summer 2026, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. As part of the project, the employee-owned engineering, construction, and management company will…

  • Beleaguered Franklin Mall at Bucks County Border Up for Sale

    Beleaguered Franklin Mall at Bucks County Border Up for Sale

    Franklin Mall, the beleaguered super mall at the border of Philadelphia and Bucks County, is on the market for a new buyer, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. Once one of the East Coast’s biggest shopping destinations, the lightning bolt-shaped mall is a shell of its former mega-mall glory. Its value has…

  • Fred Beans to Donate $500K for Scholarships, Educational Services Through Pennsylvania EITC Program

    Fred Beans to Donate $500K for Scholarships, Educational Services Through Pennsylvania EITC Program

    Fred Beans Automotive Group pledged to donate $500,000 last year through the Pennsylvania Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program, and is currently distributing that funding to local recipients, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Over the years, the company has contributed a total of $3.5 million through the program to local organizations that focus on providing…

  • 2 Veteran Chefs Revive Historic Country Inns Near Bucks County

    2 Veteran Chefs Revive Historic Country Inns Near Bucks County

    Sergeantsville Inn and Finnbar, two historic country inns across the bridge from Bucks County, have both received destination-worthy chef makeovers, writes Craig LaBan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Sean Gray, an Upper Bucks County native, worked in one of the nation’s most influential restaurants, New York’s Momofuku Ko, for nearly 15 years. He moved to New…

  • Insufficient New Construction Driving Up Housing Prices in Bucks County

    Insufficient New Construction Driving Up Housing Prices in Bucks County

    Bucks County – and Pennsylvania as a whole – is not building enough new housing, driving up prices for both homebuyers and renters, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. A new report by the Pew Charitable Trusts found that the Keystone State was No. 44 for share of homes approved to be built from…

  • New Report Reveals ‘Shockingly High’ Number of Bucks County Children, Families in Need of Assistance Programs

    New Report Reveals ‘Shockingly High’ Number of Bucks County Children, Families in Need of Assistance Programs

    A new report from Children First PA has found that over 30 percent of Bucks County families struggle to make ends meet, leaving a “shockingly high” number of children on assistance programs, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. According to the report, to afford the basics — rent, food, transportation, health insurance,…

  • Two Local Liquor Stores in Pennsylvania’s Top Five for Sales

    Two Local Liquor Stores in Pennsylvania’s Top Five for Sales

    Last year was strong for Fine Wines and Good Spirits stores in Bucks County, which recorded over $173.3 million in sales, with two coming among Pennsylvania’s top five for sales, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board recently released a report for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, showing that…

  • Check Out These Black-Owned Businesses in Bucks County

    Check Out These Black-Owned Businesses in Bucks County

    Whether you’re searching for a special gift or craving a great burger, these Black-owned Bucks County businesses have you covered, according to a staff report from Visit Bucks County. Artisan bakery Mamie Colette in Newtown specializes in French viennoiserie. Its mission is to create joy for customers and team members, serve the community, and to…

  • Discover Top Voted Pizza Shops in Bucks County’s Pizza Day Poll

    Discover Top Voted Pizza Shops in Bucks County’s Pizza Day Poll

    Nearly 200 pizza shops were nominated in a National Pizza Day poll to determine Bucks County’s best, with two local favorites crowned clear winners, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. The original nominees were narrowed down to the top 12, but A & G Pizzeria Locale in Feasterville and Mama Russo’s Pizzeria…

  • Pennsylvania Ranks Among Best States for Singles

    Pennsylvania Ranks Among Best States for Singles

    Beyond personal qualities, location can significantly influence a person’s chances of finding a romantic partner, and Pennsylvanians are fortunate to reside in one of the states that tries to make dating easier, writes Adam McCann for WalletHub. To find the states that provide the best conditions for dating, WalletHub compared the 50 states across 29…

  • 85-Year-Old Bucks County Man Warms Hearts with Handwritten, Hand-Delivered Party Invitations 

    85-Year-Old Bucks County Man Warms Hearts with Handwritten, Hand-Delivered Party Invitations 

    Doug, an 85-year-old Bucks County resident, has captured the internet’s attention and touched countless hearts with his handwritten and hand-delivered party invitations, writes Jo Ciavaglia for the Bucks County Courier Times.  Doug is throwing a “Celebration of Winter” party for his neighbors this month. A video one of the recipients of his invitation, Michelle Hernandez,…

  • Here Are Some Standout Italian Restaurants in Bucks County

    Here Are Some Standout Italian Restaurants in Bucks County

    If you are looking for an amazing Italian meal in Bucks County, you will find plenty of standout options guaranteed to satisfy even the most discerning palate, writes Kristen Kwiatkowski for Eater Philadelphia.  Francisco’s on the River in Washington Crossing has a menu filled with delicious Italian favorites, from pasta specialties to chicken porcini and…

  • Pennsylvania’s REAL ID Deadline Approaches: Less Than Four Months Left

    Pennsylvania’s REAL ID Deadline Approaches: Less Than Four Months Left

    The REAL ID deadline is just around the corner for Pennsylvania, writes Tiana Eicher for the Pittsburgh Magazine. Starting on May 7, if you do not have a REAL ID, you will need either a valid U.S. passport or military ID to fly within the country or enter a military base or federal building. The…