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SCORE Helps 50-Year-Old Business Transition Over to New Ownership
Lora Mohr literally grew up in the handbell manufacturing business, Malmark, Inc., that her parents started in 1973. After having her children, she returned to working part-time at the Plumsteadville manufacturing facility in 1986. “Before you know it, it developed into full-time,” Mohr said. When her father, Jake Malta, died in 2010, Mohr and her…
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Holy Family University’s English Language Initiative for Ukrainian Adults Accepting Applicants
Holy Family University is now accepting new applicants for a program that will be teaching English to adults from the Ukraine. The university’s English as a Second Language (ESL) initiative for newly-arrived Ukrainian adults is now accepting new applicants. The classes are free and open to members of the community who are at least 18…
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Historic Tavern, a Popular Spot in Quakertown, Continues Search for a New Owner
A property in Bucks County, which predates a large portion of the country’s history, is continuing its search for a new owner. Sandy Smith wrote about the property for Philadelphia Magazine. The Raven’s Nest, located at 625 Old Bethlehem Road in Quakertown, has operated as a tavern since 1750. As one of the oldest and continuously-operating taverns…
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Former Partner of John Lennon Hosting Photo Exhibition at Bucks County Art Gallery
The former partner of one of the world’s most famous musicians will be sharing her story through pictures at an art gallery in Bucks County. Arete Gallery, located at 122 South Main Street in New Hope, will be hosting a photography exhibit from May 19–21. The exhibit was put together by May Pang, a former…
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New Bakery in Neighboring Bucks County to Host Soft Opening This Weekend. Read to Learn When and Where
A new bakery in Bucks County is gearing up to fully open their doors with two events this weekend, giving locals a taste of their confections. Baked by Michela, located at 777 Second Street Pike in the Hampton Center shopping center in Southampton, will be hosting a soft opening on May 7 from 9 AM –…
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Author, Addiction Recovery Speaker Brandon Novak to Speak at Holy Family University
Holy Family University will be hosting best-selling author and addiction recovery speaker Brandon Novak on May 6 from 10 AM – 2 PM at the university’s Campus Center Gymnasium, located at 9801 Frankford Avenue in Philadelphia. The event is free to the public, and the venue includes free parking. This event is being sponsored by Holy Family’s Collegiate Recovery…
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Major Rock Group, Fronted by Doylestown Native, Announce Surprise Show in Philadelphia
A popular music group, featuring a frontman from Bucks County, has announced a surprise show at a nearby venue. California emo legends Saosin, fronted by lifelong Doylestown resident Anthony Green, will be performing at Union Transfer in Philadelphia on May 8, celebrating 20 years as a band, as well as the two-decade mark or their…
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Holy Family, Community Academy of Philadelphia Enter Educational Agreement
Students and administrators from Community Academy of Philadelphia, the first charter school established in Philadelphia, visited Holy Family University to sign an agreement that offers Community Academy students the opportunity to take courses at Holy Family in a hybrid format with one day on Holy Family’s campus and one day at their school. On hand…
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Holy Family University Accepting Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program Check
State Senator Jimmy Dillon, State Representative Pat Gallagher, and City Councilmember Michael Driscoll will present Anne Prisco, president of Holy Family University, with a check from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) that will fund improvements on Holy Family’s campus. The funds were approved by the Governor’s Office to further support community and economic development…
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SCORE Bucks County to Offer 1st In-Person Women’s Biz Event Since Pandemic
SCORE Bucks County will be hosting their Women Building Businesses Conference on June 14 after a three-year hiatus. The fourth annual event features a keynote address from NBC10 anchor Tracy Davidson, as well as informative sessions from several successful women entrepreneurs, and plenty of networking among attendees and event exhibitors. Known for her talks on…
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Diehard Sports Fan from Fairless Hills to Sideline His Pastime for Newlywed Bliss
Brian Brown of Fairless Hills, a diehard sports fan, is planning to sideline his devotion to Philadelphia sports teams while he enjoys his wedding and honeymoon. Dave Uram wrote abut the local fan for KYW Newsradio. “I kinda made a promise to my fiancé from April 28 to May 7, only time I will have…
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SCORE Offering Six Free Business Webinars in the Month of May
In a continued effort to keep the local business community informed, SCORE Bucks County will offer six free webinars – including the kickoff of a new monthly learning session with Amazon. On May 2, SCORE will offer “Cyber Security for Small Business – What You Need to Know.” Led by Richard Zweig, owner of CMIT…
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Historic Bucks County Estate Considered a Must-Stop for Both Locals and Visitors
One of the most well-known estates in Bucks County is regarded as one of the most unique buildings in the Philadelphia region. Staff writers at WGAL News 8 wrote about the estate. The Andalusia Historic House, Gardens and Arboretum, located at 1237 State Road in Andalusia, an area of Bensalem, is widely regarded as one of…
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Holy Family Entering Educational Agreement with St. Hubert Catholic High School For Girls
Administrators from St. Hubert Catholic High School For Girls in Holmesburg, the largest all-girls school in Philadelphia, visited Holy Family University to sign an agreement that offers St. Hubert students the opportunity to take courses at Holy Family. These courses, taken under the tutelage of Holy Family’s renowned faculty, will be applied to collegiate academic…
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One of Most Underrated Towns in Pennsylvania Is Located in Bucks County
A small town in Bucks County is once again being recognized as one of the best places to live in and visit in the whole area. Joe Mertens wrote about the town for Newsbreak. New Hope, which was named one of the most underrated cities in Pennsylvania by the World Atlas, is a must-visit area…
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Jaworski’s Freedom Day Golf Tournament Honors Military and First Responder Families
Folds of Honor will be hosting a mass golf outing to honor members of the military, first responders, and their families. On July 3, more than 750 golfers of all skill levels will participate in playing 117 holes of exceptional golf across six Ron Jaworski Golfproperties in Pennsylvania and New Jersey to help the families…
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Bucks County Opportunity Council Receives Donation Worth $10,000 from C&N
C&N, a financial services company, has donated $10,000 to Bucks County Opportunity Council through the Neighborhood Assistance Program. For more than half a century, Bucks County Opportunity Council has been serving the area’s low income families by providing them with assistance when in crisis. To this end it garners resources to help them achieve a…
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Bucks County Community College Announces Winners of High-School Short-Fiction Contest
Bucks County Community College has announced the winners of the sixth annual Bucks County Short Fiction Contest for high school students. There were 41 total entries this year. Henry Franklin, a senior at Pennsbury High School, was awarded first place for his story, “The Portraits of Randal Holmes.” Erin Hernandez, a senior at Neshaminy High…
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