• Du Pont Family Member and Venture Capital Entrepreneur Hints Future Innovation at Longwood Gardens

    Du Pont Family Member and Venture Capital Entrepreneur Hints Future Innovation at Longwood Gardens

    A du Pont family entrepreneur is telling The Philadelphia Inquirer that people can expect to hear more about products and investments coming from Kennett Square’s esteemed Longwood Gardens, writes Joseph DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Ben du Pont, the most prominent living family member, is using his venture capital fund Chartline Capital Partners to invest…

  • From Classroom to Court: Lauren Yancer’s Path to Becoming GMercyU’s Women’s Volleyball Head Coach and Marketing Leader

    From Classroom to Court: Lauren Yancer’s Path to Becoming GMercyU’s Women’s Volleyball Head Coach and Marketing Leader

    As both the Marketing & PR Manager and the Head Coach of the Women’s Volleyball team at Gwynedd Mercy University, Lauren Yancer embodies the spirit of her alma mater, proving that with passion and perseverance, one can indeed wear multiple hats.  From First-Generation College Student to University Luminary  Graduating from William Tennent High School in…

  • These Bucks County Towns Have the Most Expensive Homes in Pennsylvania

    These Bucks County Towns Have the Most Expensive Homes in Pennsylvania

    Purchasing a home can be a lofty investment, and many Bucks County towns have the most expensive home prices in Pennsylvania, according to a report from Stacker.   New Hope took the top spot out of all Bucks County towns, as the fourth most expensive in Pennsylvania. A typical home value in the iconic town…

  • Bucks County’s Major Canal Overhaul: From New Hope to Washington Crossing, What’s Underway 

    Bucks County’s Major Canal Overhaul: From New Hope to Washington Crossing, What’s Underway 

    Several Bucks County canal projects are officially in progress at Delaware Canal State Park thanks to a $9 million investment, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.   The six major projects encompass infrastructure improvement and repairs, including critical responses to damages from a major rain event in July 2023.   The projects span across New…

  • Morrisville Couple Sells Pokémon Collection to Fund Home for Foster Teens 

    Morrisville Couple Sells Pokémon Collection to Fund Home for Foster Teens 

    Morrisville resident Mel Kulenski, a dedicated social worker and foster parent, made the difficult decision to sell her cherished Pokémon collection to fund renovations for her inherited childhood home, writes Laura Hoover for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The sale fetched over $10,000, thanks to a rare, first-edition Charizard card.  Mel, a Pokémon fan since the mid-1990s,…

  • Yardley Wegmans Nears Grand Opening at Prickett Preserve

    Yardley Wegmans Nears Grand Opening at Prickett Preserve

    Wegman’s at the Prickett Preserve Shopping Center is gearing up for its grand opening just two weeks away, writes Dino Ciliberti for The Patch.   Store staff are preparing by stocking shelves, training, and testing equipment. The 88,000 square foot grocery store is still seeking applicants.   The Yardley Wegmans will employ 415 people, comprising…

  • Bristol-Raised Mike Missanelli Eyes Return to 97.5 The Fanatic Amid Station’s Talent Overhaul

    Bristol-Raised Mike Missanelli Eyes Return to 97.5 The Fanatic Amid Station’s Talent Overhaul

    Bristol’s Mike Missanelli could be returning to Philadelphia sports talk radio station 97.5 The Fanatic, which is currently in the process of reshuffling its on-air talent, writes Michael Potter for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Starting this week, the Beasley Media Group station has paired Andrew Salciunas and morning show host John Kincade and reassigned Kincade’s…

  • Biblical Epic DANIEL Comes to Life on Sight & Sound Theatres’ Immersive Stage 

    Biblical Epic DANIEL Comes to Life on Sight & Sound Theatres’ Immersive Stage 

    Sight & Sound Theatres in Lancaster County has officially launched its years-in-the-making production of DANIEL. The 65-person-cast retells the biblical story – whose faith-filled hope triumphs over every adversity, from a fiery furnace to the infamous den of lions – in a unique immersive setting.    Initially founded as a small theater 48 years ago,…

  • Aquatic Predator Alert: Surge in Large Size Invasive Fish Alarms Officials at the Delaware River Basin, Upper Black Eddy

    Aquatic Predator Alert: Surge in Large Size Invasive Fish Alarms Officials at the Delaware River Basin, Upper Black Eddy

    Several species of invasive fish are growing in numbers in the lower Delaware River basin, some spotted in Upper Black Eddy, writes Kerry Bates for Delaware Currents.   Officials are warning that freshwater drums, blue catfish, and northern snakeheads could eat other fish, and can grow to large sizes, increasing their consumption of other aquatic…

  • West Chester Boarding School Among the Top in the U.S.

    West Chester Boarding School Among the Top in the U.S.

    A Chester County school is ranked among the country’s best boarding schools, according to data from the website Stacker. West Chester’s Westtown School made no. 79 on the list.   The esteemed school was founded by Quakers in 1799 as a co-educational institution. It serves grades Pre-K to 12 and is fully accredited by the…

  • Doylestown Native Pink and Daughter Willow Bring Joy to Australian Children’s Hospital with Heartwarming Performance

    Doylestown Native Pink and Daughter Willow Bring Joy to Australian Children’s Hospital with Heartwarming Performance

    Doylestown native Pink and her daughter Willow serenaded patients at the Australian Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne earlier this week, writes Tahlia Pritchard for Yahoo Lifestyle. Pink shared a clip from her visit on her Instagram reel. In the video, she said it was a “privilege” to return to the hospital for the first time…

  • Century-Old UPenn Research Lab in Levittown Demolished by School Districts 

    Century-Old UPenn Research Lab in Levittown Demolished by School Districts 

    Multiple school districts split the cost to tear down the century-old University of Pennsylvania research lab in Levittown, writes Carl LaVO for the Bucks County Courier Times.   The complex, built in the 1920s was formerly known as The Wistar Institute of Anatomy and Biology on Red Cedar Hill. A decade later, biologists bred what is…

  • Try Some of Best Cheesesteaks at These Five Bucks County Spots

    Try Some of Best Cheesesteaks at These Five Bucks County Spots

    Many places make some of the best cheesesteaks in Bucks County, including these five must-try places that have something for everyone, according to a staff report from the PhillyBite Magazine. Jay’s Steak and Hoagie Joint in Langhorne offers a delicious classic Philly cheesesteak. The eatery is also famous for its subs and many other tasty…

  • Citizens Banks Announces Closures of Branches Across Bucks County 

    Citizens Banks Announces Closures of Branches Across Bucks County 

    Citizens Bank is shutting down branches inside of Acme stores and various standalone sites around Bucks County, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal.   Following the bank’s filing with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the branch inside of the Levittown Acme shut down at the beginning of the month.  …

  • Historic Washington Crossing Bridge Scheduled for Replacement

    Historic Washington Crossing Bridge Scheduled for Replacement

    The historic Washington Crossing Bridge will soon be replaced, writes Amie Rukenstein for Mercer Me. The bridge that connects the two halves of the national historic landmark Washington Crossing Park in Pennsylvania and New Jersey is owned by the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission. The agency recently published a Request for Proposals looking for…

  • Harcum College’s Power of Possibilities Brunch Celebrates Student Scholars

    Harcum College’s Power of Possibilities Brunch Celebrates Student Scholars

    Harcum College hosted the Power of Possibilities Scholarship Brunch on Friday, February 23, 2024, bringing together student scholars, donors, administrators, faculty, and staff in a celebration of philanthropy and student achievement. The event, held in Klein Hall, welcomed 71 guests to campus, including college trustees and Partnership Site coordinators as well as family members of…

  • Penn State Great Valley Welcomes Kathryn DiPuppo Tucker as New Director of Development 

    Penn State Great Valley Welcomes Kathryn DiPuppo Tucker as New Director of Development 

    Penn State Great Valley is announcing Kathryn DiPuppo Tucker as its new Director of Campus Development.   Bringing a wealth of experience in fundraising, relationship-building, and community engagement, Kat is joining the team to spearhead philanthropic initiatives and foster a strong connection with the campus community.  With a distinguished career in the nonprofit sector, Kat has…

  • Newtown Gears Up for Eco-Friendly Wawa Store and Gas Station 

    Newtown Gears Up for Eco-Friendly Wawa Store and Gas Station 

    Construction for a Wawa store and gas station in Newtown could begin soon, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch.   According to Newtown Township Supervisor John Mack, Provco is finalizing the land development plan to make way for the 5,500-square-foot store.   Once the plan undergoes its final review, a pre-construction meeting will be held…