• Long Vacant Ivyland Commercial Site Slated for Apartment Building Development

    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…

  • Painting on Display at Brandywine Museum of Art Thanks to Bucks County Couple

    Painting on Display at Brandywine Museum of Art Thanks to Bucks County Couple

    One of the painter Jasper Francis Cropsey’s impressive works is back on public display for the first time in 152 years, thanks to a Bucks County couple, writes Bedatri D. Choudhury for The Philadelphia Inquirer.  The painting, titled “Autumn in the Ramapo Valley, Erie Railway,” was commissioned in 1873 by the investor James McHenry, who took control of Erie Railway after ousting Jay Gould.  The painting…

  • Ring in the New Year with These Fun Bucks County Celebrations and Events

    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,…

  • Here’s Your Recap of What Restaurants in Bucks County Closed This Year

    Here’s Your Recap of What Restaurants in Bucks County Closed This Year

    This year, Bucks County unfortunately had to say farewell to several great restaurants in the area, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times.   In late January, Doylestown’s Peruvian-Mexican restaurant Quinoa closed its doors. Luckily, it wasn’t goodbye forever, as the owners launched a Quinoa dinner menu on Friday and Saturday nights at its sister restaurant, Latin Pot in Dublin.  Morrisville’s feline-themed brewery,…

  • Here’s Your Recap of What Restaurants in Bucks County Closed This Year

    Here’s Your Recap of What Restaurants in Bucks County Closed This Year

    This year, Bucks County unfortunately had to say farewell to several great restaurants in the area, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times.   In late January, Doylestown’s Peruvian-Mexican restaurant Quinoa closed its doors. Luckily, it wasn’t goodbye forever, as the owners launched a Quinoa dinner menu on Friday and Saturday nights at its sister restaurant, Latin Pot in Dublin.  Morrisville’s feline-themed brewery,…

  • Chalfont’s Byers’ Choice Has Crafted Holiday Figures for Almost 50 Years

    Chalfont’s Byers’ Choice Has Crafted Holiday Figures for Almost 50 Years

    For decades, Byers’ Choice in Chalfont has been crafting its iconic figurines, helping to decorate homes across the country for the holidays, reports Christie Ileto for 6abc.  There are 40 artisans in the production facility who handcraft, paint, dress, and accessorize each figure.   The business was started by Joyce Byers almost fifty years ago.   “She began making the carolers really as Christmas decorations for around the house,…

  • Plumsteadville Business Is One of Two Handbell Manufacturers in America

    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…

  • Pennsylvania’s Problem Gambling Helpline Sees Record Number of Calls in 2025

    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…

  • New Cafe Offering Breakfast and Lunch Opens Doors near Peddler’s Village

    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,…

  • Remembering Rob Reiner and His Beginnings at the Bucks County Playhouse

    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.  …

  • Project for 32-Townhomes Gets Final Approval from Warrington Officials

    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…

  • Pennsylvania May Be the Next State to Ban Cellphones in Schools 

    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…

  • Yardley’s Ingage Names Home Improvement Veteran Vice President of Customer Experience

    Yardley’s Ingage Names Home Improvement Veteran Vice President of Customer Experience

    Yardley-based Ingage, a provider of interactive and data-driven sales enablement software, has named Kyle Sellers its new Vice President of Customer Experience. Sellers is a veteran of the home improvement industry with over a decade of experience shaping successful strategies for well-known brands. He has served in leadership roles with organizations including Tundraland Home Improvements…

  • Following Abrupt Closure, Rocco’s at The Brick Releases Statement with Update

    Following Abrupt Closure, Rocco’s at The Brick Releases Statement with Update

    After its abrupt closure, Rocco’s at The Brick in Newtown issued a statement earlier this week to thank customers and address concerns regarding gift cards, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. “Your support has made this transition easier, and we are incredibly grateful for each of you,” wrote the eatery. Rocco’s also noted, in response…

  • Pennsylvania Emerges as Major Hub for Gas-Powered Data Centers

    Pennsylvania Emerges as Major Hub for Gas-Powered Data Centers

    Pennsylvania is rapidly emerging as a major center for gas-powered data centers, based on newly released analysis from research firm BloombergNEF, writes Chrissy Suttles for AXIOS. Pennsylvania’s data center capacity is being boosted by policy incentives, billions in investments, and abundant natural gas reserves, as developers compete to secure new power sources to meet rising…

  • Yardley-Based Jubilant Therapeutics Appoints Industry Veteran as New CEO

    Yardley-Based Jubilant Therapeutics Appoints Industry Veteran as New CEO

    Jubilant Therapeutics, a Yardley-based biopharmaceutical company focused on cancer and autoimmune disease treatments, has named Daniel J. O’Connor to be its new CEO, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. O’Connor brings with him more than thirty years of executive experience in the life sciences industry. He previously led Ambryx Biopharma, a San Diego…

  • This Christmas Season, Check Out These Special Light Displays in Bucks County

    This Christmas Season, Check Out These Special Light Displays in Bucks County

    This holiday season, hop in your car and take a trip around Bucks County to see some of the best house displays, featuring spectacular lights, inflatables, music, handmade decorations, and more, writes Jo Ciavaglia and Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times.   Matthews Lane Wonderland in Newtown Township features over 100,000 lights across…

  • Calling All Hoagie Lovers! PrimoHoagies Opening New Quakertown Location

    Calling All Hoagie Lovers! PrimoHoagies Opening New Quakertown Location

    PrimoHoagies, the popular fast-casual chain known for its hoagies packed with premium meats, cheeses, and a distinctive spice blend, is launching a new location in Quakertown, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ 69 News. The new PrimoHoagies will take over the space formerly occupied by SuperCuts in the Quakertown Plaza shopping center. Renovations will begin in…