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Bucks County Playhouse Remembers Robert Redford, Who Began His Career on the New Hope Stage
The Bucks County Playhouse is mourning the passing of Robert Redford, the Oscar-winning actor, director and founder of the Sundance Institute and Film Festival. He was 89. Redford made his professional stage debut at Bucks County Playhouse in 1959 in “Tiger at the Gate.” Later that year, he made his first Broadway appearance in “Tall…
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Battle Between Residents, Developers Continues Over Buckingham Warehouse
The fate of the proposed 150,000-square-foot warehouse in Buckingham remains uncertain as the two-year-long contentious battle between residents and developers continues, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. The application submitted by J.G. Petrucci Co. to redevelop the DiGirolamo Tract for a warehouse was denied by township supervisors fourteen months ago, and both…
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Warminster Museum New Home of Former Willow Grove Navy Base Air Traffic Tower
The air traffic control tower from Horsham’s former Willow Grove Naval Air Station has found a new home in a Warminster museum, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. The Johnsville Centrifuge & Science Museum, also known as the Naval Air Development Center (NADC) Museum, now displays the tower in the NADC’s Craven Hall site. …
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Commonwealth Secures $4.1M from Pharma Company to Expand Bucks Operations
The Commonwealth has secured a $4.1 million investment from Levittown-based Apozeal Pharmaceuticals for the expansion of its Bucks County operations. The Shapiro Administration is supporting the drug manufacturer’s project with a $1.1 million state investment. The expansion will create at least 70 new, high-quality jobs over the next three years and ensure retention of 22…
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Bensalem-Based Philly Pretzel Factory Dives Into Desserts with New Acquisition
Philly Pretzel Factory, the popular soft pretzel chain based in Bensalem, is preparing to introduce desserts to its mainly salty snack menu, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company, which recently completed the acquisition of Bristol-based Cone Guys, an ice cream cone manufacturer, is planning to launch water ice and soft serve…
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Newtown Board of Supervisors Approve Newtown Plaza Bagel Store Expansion
Newtown Township’s board of supervisors unanimously approved the expansion of Newtown Bagel in the Newtown Plaza shopping center, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The owner, Chris Meyer, will be expanding the store into the former C&N Bank next door, adding 1,800 square feet to the original 1,200-square-foot space. This expansion comes just in…
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Bucks Children’s Museum Partners with Doylestown Hospital for New Exhibit
The Bucks County Children’s Museum in New Hope will be partnering with Penn Medicine Doylestown Health to launch an interactive hospital exhibit in December, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The exhibit will offer an engaging environment to teach children about health and wellness, aiming to demystify hospitals and instill the importance of health from…
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Did You Know the Current President of Wawa is a Bucks County Native?
Brian Schaller, who grew up in Buckingham Township, is the current president of Wawa, one of the largest privately held companies in the nation, writes Tom Sofield for the New Hope Free Press. Schaller started his Wawa career 23 years ago in the accounting department and has progressed through leadership roles since then. For the…
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Tavern in Quakertown, Standing Since Before Nation’s Founding, Set for Auction
A building in Quakertown, currently home to The Raven’s Nest and once housing a tavern that predates the nation, is headed to the auction block on Sept. 23, writes Amy Unger for WFMZ 69 News. The stone and stucco structure, built in 1710, has served as a tavern since 1750. The current owner, Albert Pray,…
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River Otters Seen in Bucks County Lake. Here’s Why This is a Good Thing
Photographer Kevin McGorry was recently taking pictures of local wildlife at Manor Lake in Falls Township when he spotted something surprising: two river otters, writes Jo Ciavaglia for the Bucks County Courier Times. While this is certainly an exciting sight for any amateur wildlife photographer, it’s also a positive for the state. The American…
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E-Bike Violations on County Trails Now Carry Triple Fine in Montgomery County
The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners recently voted to increase the fine for e-bike violations on county trails from $100 to $300, writes Tim Jimenez for KYW Newsradio. The commissioners cited the accidents and injuries from the increased use of e-bikes on local trails as the reason for tripling the fine. “We’re being proactive by…
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New Businesses Announced Plans to Open Stores in The Village at Newtown
A few businesses, including CAVA and Lovesac, recently announced plans to open locations in the Village at Newtown Shopping Center on Eagle Road, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. CAVA is a fast casual chain that’s known for its Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. This will be the restaurant’s first Bucks County location, and it will have 17…
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Bucks County Schools Launch New Programs to Combat Teacher Shortage
Bucks County schools have launched new programs aimed to attract, prepare and retain teachers amid a nationwide shortage, writes Kai Lincke for the Bucks County Courier Times. While the situation in Bucks County is not as dire as in 45 Pennsylvania counties with a severe or extremely severe teacher shortage, it is estimated that local…
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Steeped in Flavor: Where to Get the Best Coffee (and More) in Bucks County
If you’re looking for a good spot to grab a cup of coffee, there are plenty of coffee shops and cafes throughout Bucks County to check out. Whether you’re looking for a hot americano or a soothing cup of tea, these five spots are worth visiting. SkyRoast Coffee – Doylestown/New Hope This coffee spot features…
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The Landmark at Dublin Set for Grand Opening Celebration This Friday
The Landmark at Dublin, a new luxury apartment community in the heart of the borough, is celebrating its grand opening on Friday, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Keystone Partners Group, Suburban City Group and Milex Construction will host borough officials for the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new four-story complex, located across the street from…
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Toll Brothers Temporarily Stops Sales at $2M Lyondale Meadows Homes in Newtown
Toll Brothers temporarily halted sales at its 45-home Lyondale Meadows community in Newtown, with prices starting at $1.6 million, after demand was overwhelming, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Fort Washington-based luxury homebuilder opened sales earlier this month, and in just one week received 21 deposits, with buyers choosing options that raised…
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Gorgeous Quakertown Estate on 24 Beautiful Acres Hits Market
A private estate that combines rustic elegance and modern luxury, set on over 24 beautiful acres in Quakertown, is now available for $1,800,000, writes Vasila Khurshid for The Amazing Mom Life. Blending timeless architectural style with refined updates, the home showcases a distinguished legacy reflected in its historic charm and classic stonework. Recent renovations include…
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Six Bucks County Schools Make List of Top High Schools in Pennsylvania
U.S. News & World Report recently released its 2025–2026 Best High School Rankings list, which included six Bucks County schools in its top 100 in Pennsylvania, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. New Hope-Solebury High School was the highest-ranked Bucks County school, placing fourth on the list. The high school also ranked among the top…
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