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The Capital Grille Planning to Open Their First Location in Bucks County
A popular restaurant chain is planning on opening a new location in Bucks County, which would take over a longtime-vacant building. Jeff Werner wrote about the proposed restaurant for the Doylestown Patch. The Capital Grille is proposing to open an upscale, 8,000-square-foot fine dining restaurant and steakhouse at the Village at Newtown shopping center. If…
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Holy Family University to Host 66th Commencement at Newtown Campus
A major university will be hosting its commencement for the Class of 2023 at their Bucks County campus this weekend. Holy Family University will hold its 66th Commencement on May 20 at its Newtown campus, celebrating close to 900 undergraduate and graduate students who are prepared to join the workforce with in-demand jobs such as…
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Bucks County Pottery Artist Creates Amazing Pieces for Customers Near and Far
An artist in Bucks County is bringing functional pieces of pottery to a local audience as she pursues her passion. Margot’s Pottery, owned and operated by a Bucks County resident, is a one-woman operation creating unique pieces by hand. Using a wheel throw and a “hot cone 6 electric kiln,” the artist offers bowls, lidded…
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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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Historic Theater in Bucks County to Showcase the Music of One of Rock’s Biggest Names
A famous theater in Bucks County will soon be hosting a concert, where various musicians will perform the songs of a legendary rock group. The Newtown Theatre, located at 120 North State Street in Newtown, will present “The Music of the Band” on April 21 at 8 PM. The performance will feature Professor Louie and The…
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Bucks County Community College’s Hicks Art Center to Host 28th Annual Exhibit
The Hicks Art Center Gallery at Bucks County Community College is pleased to host the 2023 United States Congressional Art Competition for the Pennsylvania 1st Congressional District and to present the 28th Annual High School Art Exhibition on view from March 23 – April 8. An opening reception and awards ceremony for the exhibition will take place…
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Months After Opening, Popular Bristol Cafe to Celebrate New Location in Newtown
After opening their second location, a popular cafe in Bucks County is finally celebrating their new spot with music and festivities. Calm Waters Coffee Roasters, located at 15 South State Street in Newtown, is finally celebrating the opening of their new location with music and a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 25. The ribbon-cutting, held in…
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Holy Family University Awarded ‘It’s On Us’ PA Grant from the Governor’s Office
For the sixth consecutive year, Holy Family University has been awarded the It’s On Us PA grant. The Pennsylvania Governor’s Office announced on Jan. 10 that Holy Family University is among the 39 Pennsylvania institutions of higher education that will receive grants to combat sexual violence on campus. The University will be awarded $40,000 that…
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Holy Family University to Host 2023 Philadelphia Mayoral Candidates Debate at Main Campus
Holy Family University will host a 2023 Philadelphia Mayoral Candidates Debate, sponsored by the Northeast Times and the Greater Northeast Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Committee. The event is scheduled for April 18 at the Campus Center Gymnasium, located at 9801 Frankford Avenue in Philadelphia. Doors open at 6 PM, and the event will begin at…
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Holy Family University Appoints Wendy K. Parsons as Vice President for Advancement
Holy Family University named Wendy K. Parsons as the new Vice President for Advancement, charged with leading the university’s fundraising efforts in support of its ambitious strategic plan. Wendy Parsons, an advancement leader with more than 25 years of experience, comes to Holy Family from Albright College where she served as vice president for advancement.…
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Second Location for Árdana Food and Drink Opening in Newtown
A second location for Árdana Food and Drink is opening in Newtown. Inspired by the small village of Árdana in Cyprus — as well as influences from across the region, including Italian and Middle Eastern flavors — Árdana’s menu offers a meze style of dining, perfect for sharing, and with bright flavors created with fresh…
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Holy Family University Hosted Clinic for Flu Vaccine, COVID-19 Booster at Philadelphia Campus
Holy Family University recently held a clinic for residents who wanted to catch up on their flu vaccines and COVID-19 boosters. The event was held at the school’s Stevenson Lane Residence, located at 9801 Frankford Avenue in Philadelphia, at the school’s city campus. The clinic took place on Nov. 30 from 11 AM to 3…
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Holy Family University to Host Annual Nativity and Tree Lighting Ceremony This Week
Holy Family University has announced that its annual Nativity scene and Christmas tree lighting event will be held this week. The event, titled “Nativity and Tree Lighting Ceremony: An Interfaith Celebration,” is Dec. 1 at 6:30 PM. It will be held at Holy Family Hall, located at 9801 Frankford Avenue in Philadelphia, at the school’s…
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Holy Family University Receives $2 Million Grant from Pennsylvania Program to Revitalize College Hall
Holy Family University has just received a major grant that will allow the school to revitalize one of its most important halls. Pennsylvania State Senator Jimmy Dillon has announced that the university will receive a $2 million grant to revitalize the campus’ original building, Holy Family Hall. The grant was awarded from Redevelopment Assistance Capital…
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C&N Donates $20,000 Through EITC Contributions to YMCA of Bucks and Hunterdon Counties
C&N recently donated $20,000 to YMCA of Bucks and Hunterdon Counties under the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC). YMCA of Bucks and Hunterdon Counties is a charitable, nonprofit organization committed to strengthening its communities through membership and programs that foster youth development, healthy living and social responsibility for all. This donation will be used…
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Holy Family University Hosting Inaugural Interfaith Symposium at Philadelphia Campus This Week
Holy Family University will be hosting an event that will bring leaders and worshippers of all faiths together to find common ground. Holy Family University Interfaith will proudly present its Inaugural Interfaith Symposium, “Honoring our Neighbor’s Faith: How Interfaith Conversations Build Community,” on Nov. 17 at 5 PM at the University’s Northeast Philadelphia campus. The event will present…
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Penn Community Bank Contributes $15,000 to Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery and Delaware Counties
Penn Community Bank has contributed $15,000 to Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery and Delaware Counties (Habitat MontDelCo). The donation aligns with its home-ownership programs: Home Buying, Almost Home Financial Empowerment, and Neighborhood Revitalization programs. Home Buying The Home Buying Program serves residents earning 30–80 percent of the median income with significant housing needs. Habitat MontDelCo…
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Holy Family University’s Doctor of Psychology in Counseling Psychology (Psy.D.) Program Awarded Accreditation
The Doctor of Psychology in Counseling Psychology (Psy.D.) degree program at Holy Family University’s School of Arts & Sciences has been awarded accreditation on contingency by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Psychological Association (APA), with the accreditation effective as of March 18. The University’s Psy.D. program will have until May 1, 2025, to provide outcome…
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