• Series of Short Films Aims to Preserve New Hope’s LGBTQ+ History

    Series of Short Films Aims to Preserve New Hope’s LGBTQ+ History

    A series of five short documentaries produced by New York-based studio TRAVERSE32 aims to preserve New Hope’s rich LGBTQ+ history, writes Rosa Cartagena for The Philadelphia Inquirer. One of the films, Don’t Cry For Me All You Drag Queens, focuses on “Mother,” or Joseph (Josie) Cavallucci, a Philadelphia native who moved to New Hope in…

  • Elites, A-List Celebrities Are Finding Their New Escape in New Hope

    Elites, A-List Celebrities Are Finding Their New Escape in New Hope

    As some of the most famous glamorous retreats like Aspen and Palm Beach start to lose their luster, the elite have found a new escape in New Hope, writes Maureen Coulter for Philadelphia Magazine. There has been an invasion of A-list celebrities in the charming Bucks County town, with big names including actor Bradley Cooper,…

  • New Hope-Lambertville Bridge Will Remain Partially Closed Through 2024

    New Hope-Lambertville Bridge Will Remain Partially Closed Through 2024

    The New Hope-Lambertville Bridge, which connects Pennsylvania and New Jersey, will remain partially closed until 2025 as construction to expand the bridge will take “several more months” longer than anticipated, writes Larua Fay for CBS News Philadelphia. According to the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission, the construction will be extended due to an unexpected…

  • New Hope’s Logan Inn Makes List of Top 13 Haunted Hotels in America

    New Hope’s Logan Inn Makes List of Top 13 Haunted Hotels in America

    The Logan Inn in New Hope has made the list of the top 13 haunted hotels in America, recently published on the travel blog of the AirportParkingReservations team at Philadelphia International Airport, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The New Hope hotel landed at No. 12 among scary accommodations “guaranteed to leave you on the…

  • Who Knew? America’s Coolest Suburb Is in Bucks County

    Who Knew? America’s Coolest Suburb Is in Bucks County

    More of Pennsylvania’s 43 million visitors are including a small town in Bucks County as part of their itinerary, visiting America’s coolest suburb, writes Mona Bassil for The Travel. Considered one of the best art towns in America, New Hope, established in the 18th century, is attracting people of all ages and types, drawn to…

  • New Hope Makes Travel + Leisure’s List of Ten Best Small Towns Nationwide

    New Hope Makes Travel + Leisure’s List of Ten Best Small Towns Nationwide

    Travel + Leisure named New Hope one of the ten best small towns in the nation, bestowing upon it the award for “Best Arts + Culture Town,” writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The popular travel magazine noted that this quirky Bucks County town was the “birthplace of early-20th-century Pennsylvania Impressionism,” a home to…

  • Bucks County Playhouse Expands with Purchase of Historic New Hope B&B 

    Bucks County Playhouse Expands with Purchase of Historic New Hope B&B 

    Bucks County Playhouse has expanded its commitment to the New Hope community with the acquisition of the historic Umpleby House, a 191-year-old bed and breakfast, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal.   The theater purchased the property at 111 W. Bridge St. for $1.65 million on July 18, according to Executive Director Nicole…

  • New Hope Wine Bar Earns Prestigious Award

    New Hope Wine Bar Earns Prestigious Award

    Nektar in New Hope won the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for the sixth consecutive year for its exceptional selection of Spanish, French, and Italian wines, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.   The award celebrates restaurants with well-curated wine lists that complement their cuisine. This year, Wine Spectator recognized 3,777 dining destinations worldwide.  …

  • John & Peter’s Place in New Hope Named Top Dive Bar in the Nation

    John & Peter’s Place in New Hope Named Top Dive Bar in the Nation

     John & Peter’s Place in New Hope is considered one of the best dive bars in the nation, according to MediaFeed.  Established in July 1972, this iconic venue has evolved into a beloved hotspot for live music and camaraderie.   John & Peter’s features an outdoor patio perfect for enjoying the scenic views of the Delaware…

  • Zayn Malik Opens up About Life in New Hope and Raising Daughter

    Zayn Malik Opens up About Life in New Hope and Raising Daughter

    Former One Direction member and singer Zayn Malik, recently opened up about his life in New Hope, writes Gabrielle Rockson for People.   In an interview on April 17 with Capital Breakfast, Malik revealed he has been living on a farm in New Hope for about five to six years, which he shares with various…

  • New Hope Residents and Businesses Aim to Keep Their Town Unique

    New Hope Residents and Businesses Aim to Keep Their Town Unique

    Businesses and residents are trying to “keep New Hope weird”, writes Kevin Riordan for The Philadelphia Inquirer.   Lori Stagnitto is one of the residents trying to preserve New Hope’s “funky soul” and has concerns about the rising tide of development disrupting the unique character of the town.   Due to spiking rents set by…

  • New Hope’s Hundred Fruit Farm Revolutionizes Agriculture with Permaculture in Bucks County

    New Hope’s Hundred Fruit Farm Revolutionizes Agriculture with Permaculture in Bucks County

    In the verdant landscapes of New Hope, Adam Dusen and Sunghee Kim have cultivated a unique farming oasis known as Hundred Fruit Farm, writes Emily Kovach for PAEats. Embracing a philosophy far from conventional agriculture, the duo has dedicated their 10-acre land to fruit trees and berry bushes, prioritizing long-term growth over immediate yield.  …

  • Former Philadelphia Flyers Coach Craig Berube is Not Retiring, Eyes NHL Return

    Former Philadelphia Flyers Coach Craig Berube is Not Retiring, Eyes NHL Return

    Craig Berube, a New Hope native, Stanley Cup-winning coach for the St. Louis Blues, and former Philadelphia Flyers coach, is actively looking to return to NHL coaching, writes Anit Kumar for Sportskeeda. Despite his midseason departure from the Blues, Berube has expressed a strong desire to continue coaching.   “I want to coach again. I…

  • David Portnoy of Barstool Sports Reviews Russo’s Pizza in New Hope: A Slice of Small-Town Charm

    David Portnoy of Barstool Sports Reviews Russo’s Pizza in New Hope: A Slice of Small-Town Charm

    Barstool Sports and One Bite Pizza founder David “El Presidente” Portnoy reviewed Russo’s Pizza in New Hope, making it the third Bucks County pizzeria he recently tried out and gave his verdict on, writes Damon C. Williams for the Bucks County Courier Times. Portnoy visited the pizza place last week and was impressed both with…

  • Seminal Album by Bucks County Rock Icons Ween Turns 20. Read to Learn About its Legacy

    Seminal Album by Bucks County Rock Icons Ween Turns 20. Read to Learn About its Legacy

    An album by one of the most beloved rock groups from Bucks County turns 20 today, and it is remembered fondly by fans around the world. “Quebec”, the eighth studio album by New Hope rockers Ween, was released on Aug. 5, 2003 by Sanctuary Records. Now two decades old, the album has been celebrated by…