Quakertown
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How to Spend a Perfect Summer Day at Nockamixon State Park
Before most people finish their first cup of coffee, kayaks are already cutting across the glassy surface of Lake Nockamixon. Hikers are lacing up in the parking lot. A sailboat drifts toward the middle of the lake without a sound. This is Nockamixon State Park at its best. And if you time it right, it…
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Popular Quakertown Craft Brewery and Restaurant Celebrates Reopening
The Proper Brewing Company is celebrating its grand reopening following a two-and-a-half-month hiatus on Wednesday, April 1, at 4 PM, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ 69 News. The 10-year-old Quakertown business, formerly owned by husband and wife Brian and Kris Wilson, was recently sold to employee Melissa Szymkiewicz. On Jan. 17, the restaurant and brewery closed for renovations and now features…
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QNB-Victory Bank Merger Moves Forward After Shareholder Vote
Shareholders of Quakertown-based QNB Corp. and The Victory Bancorp in Limerick have voted in favor of a proposed merger, clearing a major regulatory and corporate hurdle, writes Amy Unger for WFMZ 69 News. QNB Corp. serves as the holding company for QNB Bank, while The Victory Bancorp performs the same role for The Victory Bank.…
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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…
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Burlington Set to Open New Store at Quakertown’s Richland Marketplace
Burlington, the popular discount retailer, is expanding further in the region with a new store set to open at Richland Marketplace in Quakertown, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ 69 News. The store that offers low prices on brand-name merchandise for the entire family and home will open in the spring, in the space that was…
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Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter Partners with Airbnb for a Special Event
Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter is partnering with Airbnb to welcome 20 fans into the world of the petite pop star with a special event, writes Natalia Senanayake for People. The “Star in Short n’ Sweet TV with Sabrina Carpenter” experience will take place in Los Angeles on Tuesday, Oct. 18. “It’s so surreal to invite you…
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St. Luke’s Upper Bucks County Campus Opens Expanded ER in Quakertown
St. Luke’s Hospital recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its significantly expanded ER at its Upper Bucks County campus, writes Josh Popichak for Saucon Source. The campus has grown substantially since it was first opened six years ago. In 2024, ground was broken on the project to expand the emergency department to better serve the…
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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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Meet the Latest Businesses to Join the Quakertown Farmers Market
Richland Township’s Quakertown Farmers Market has welcomed several new vendors throughout this year, each with their own unique offerings, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ. Under Four LLC is a new party supply store that just opened at the end of June. Gift bags, party favors, greeting cards, stickers, party cups and plates, and gift tags…
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Wall Street Journal: As Economic Uncertainty Set In, Quakertown Family Tightens Belt to Survive
Concerns about the economy have caused consumer confidence to drop, leading some local families to tighten their belts just to get by, write Rachel Louise Ensign, Natasha Khan, and Ruth Simon for The Wall Street Journal. According to the Wall Street Journal, Ellen and Craig Miller, who live in Quakertown, have dialed back hosting friends…
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Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter Scores Spot on USA Today’s Top 10 Songs of 2024
Quakertown native Sabrina Carpenter has had an amazing year, highlighted by eight Grammy nominations and most recently her inclusion on USA Today’s Top 10 Songs of 2024, writes Melissa Ruggieri for the Bucks County Courier Times. Surprisingly, the song that earned her a spot on the distinguished list is not one of her No. 1…
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Fraternitas Rosae Crucis: The Mysterious Spiritual Fraternity Hidden in Quakertown
The Fraternitas Rosae Crucis is among several strange societies and cults with Pennsylvania ties, and can be found in Quakertown and is still active to this day, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. Rosicrucianism traces its roots to the 1600s Europe. It has since spread far beyond its original borders and shifted into the many…
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New Experimental Drug at Quakertown Veterinary Clinic Aims to Extend Dogs’ Lives
A new experimental drug offered at Quakertown Veterinary Clinic aims to help dogs live longer and have better lives, report Stephanie Stahl and Nate Sylves for CBS News Philadelphia. The pill from biotech company Loyal, is designed to slow the aging process so dog owners can have their four-legged best friend around for a little…
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Singer, Quakertown Native Shows Off Her Musical Skills on ‘The Voice’
Laura Williams, a 20-year-old Quakertown musician, truly shined during her performance on the hit show “The Voice” earlier this week, writes Gianna for 94.5 PST. The Voice is a singing competition in which singers audition in a “blind audition” process with four celebrity judges. At the start of the performance, the judges have their backs…
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A Vintage Dress Worn by Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter on Her Birthday Causes Scrutiny of Depop Seller, Reselling Practices
Quakertown native Sabrina Carpenter celebrated her birthday in a yellow dress that ended up sparking a conversation on the ethics and prices of reselling, writes Emily Bloch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Carpenter’s stylist got the dress off Depop, a popular secondhand clothing app. The singer posted photos from her New York party over the weekend…







































