Mom’s cross-country bike ride “4TeamBrock” stops in Falls

Photos by Sara Pinkus

Debbie Tallman Curtis’s bike ride from San Diego to New York City in honor of her son Brock included a stop in Bucks County Tuesday. Through the 3,000+ mile ride, Curtis is spreading a message of hope and acceptance, raising awareness of mental health issues, and generating donations to support suicide prevention efforts.

Souderton mayor lends scuttled Porchfest a helping hand

John A Taylor and John Anastasi

Souderton Mayor Dan Yocum saw a Facebook post that caught his eye. Perkasie’s 3rd annual Porchfest would not go on as planned May 11. Since Perkasie is a local community, Mayor Dan reached …

Designer House the latest chapter of Sycamore Lane Farm’s story

Melinda Rizzo

For one local family, Sycamore Lane Farm represents the homecoming of a lifetime. The Hilltown Township property is this year’s Bucks County Designer House & Gardens showcase.

Historic Tinicum bridge won’t lose its curves

Andy Holtzman

Tinicum supervisors say the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will maintain the Golden Pheasant Inn Bridge’s current curved design when it comes time to rebuild the River Road span over the …

Jefferson Health’s Warminster divestment a “business decision”

Jeannine Fielding

Jefferson Health made a “business decision” to sell its property at 225 Newtown Road in Warminster and maintains that Avenues Recovery Center LLC will be “good for the community.”

Roundabout project to restrict Easton Road in Doylestown Township

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said construction will continue on a project to improve safety by constructing roundabouts at the intersection of Easton Road and New Britain Road/Sauerman Road in Doylestown Township.

Buckingham addresses wastewater spray field plan in tense meeting

Cliff Lebowitz

Buckingham Township officials Wednesday heard from residents frightened and angered by social media posts deriding the township’s plan to add another wastewater spray field to its spray irrigation program.

Calm settles over Bucks County primary polls

Kathryn Finegan Clark

Generally speaking, the atmosphere at all the polls during Tuesday's 2024 Pennsylvania Primary Election was a bit kinder and a lot calmer than last November’s election.

Central Bucks’ fee for baseball field use riles veterans

Freda R. Savana

At first, veterans from Doylestown Borough’s American Legion Post 210 thought a bill from the Central Bucks School District for use of a baseball field next to War Memorial Field was a …

In Warminster, Shapiro rallies support for his budget’s ID/A funding

John Anastasi

For 24 years, Shnica Smith has worked at BARC Developmental Services, a Warminster-based nonprofit agency that provides early intervention, residential and vocational programs for more than 700 …

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Heralding Our History: Langhorne once hosted a wounded Lafayette

Spring home showcase teems with creative verve

Therapy leads true believer to career change

New Hope — Lambertville fireworks return

Concerns over Minsi Trail, Moyer Road, Route 309 aired in Hilltown

Residents to Hilltown: Pump brakes on auto parts business plan

Final Haycock Camp expansion hearing reveals a stark divide

On the Record: How Legislators Voted

Baseball: Lions nip Panthers

Don Leypoldt

Faith Christian improved to 9-0 on Monday after its 3-0 win over Bicentennial Athletic League rival Plumstead Christian. The pitching duel belied both teams’ offensive trends.

Four straight wins for CB West

Don Leypoldt

Hats off to the Central Bucks West girls lacrosse team. Bella Schrandt, Kamryn Brownlow and Katie Casale all scored hat tricks – with Schrandt and Casale tallying four goals each – Tuesday night …

Volleyball notes: In logjam, Pennridge stays unbeaten in SOL

Don Leypoldt

The District One playoff seeding meeting is scheduled for May 8. Twelve of the 23 3A teams will advance to playoffs and vie for one of three PIAA slots. And the playoff race is wide open.

CB East’s Ponamgi is 6th in districts

Don Leypoldt

Five area Suburban One League products, headlined by two-time defending SOL Liberty champion Max Arkins, participated in the District One 3A singles tennis championships. The Springfield Delco YMCA …

Bucks’ Megan Blue, track and field athletes shine at CB West Relays

Jeff Moeller

Four years ago, Megan Blue decided to try a spring sport. Basketball had been her primary sport, but the Central Bucks West senior needed more.Neither her mother, Elena, nor father, Chad, were …

Bucks Chapter of PA Sports Hall of Fame inducts 12 members

Karen Sangillo

For Scott Adams, it was a moment to represent his sport. Adams was one of 12 former athletes, coaches and administrators inducted into the Bucks County Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of …

Rugby notes

On Saturday, April 20, the Doylestown Rugby Football Club men’s team traveled to Highspire Memorial Park to compete against Harrisburg RFC. The Dragons, traveling with only 16 players, knew they …

Pennridge boys lacrosse team beats CB East

Karen Sangillo

Last season, the Pennridge boys lacrosse team had the element of surprise in their favor. This year, the Rams aren’t sneaking up on anyone. Pennridge defeated visiting Central Bucks East, 12-4, in …

Pirates baseball: No place like road

Don Leypoldt

The Palisades Pirates (5-7) are over halfway through their season … and on their way to a quirky record. No sport has a greater home field advantage than baseball. Yet the Pirates are better than …

On the Run: William Penn Middle School track program gives young athletes a valuable early start

Wayne Fish

Track and field athletes who excel in high school and college often do so by getting an early jump in the sport. That’s why the William Penn Middle School program in Yardley is so valuable to …

Faith Christian softball team cruises past Plumstead

Karen Sangillo

The Faith Christian softball team knows how to put together big innings. The Lions proved that on Monday, using a 10-run first inning to cruise to a three-inning 18-3 victory over visiting Plumstead …

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Recipe of the Week: Passover begins

Susan Sprague Diamond

Passover began Monday and ends Tuesday, April 30, meaning there are plenty of days and nights to dine on many traditional dishes of this important Jewish holiday. The list of traditional foods is …

New honeygrow restaurant opens tomorrow in Doylestown

A new honeygrow opens tomorrow, April 26, in Doylestown, marking its 21st location in Pennsylvania and 42nd chain-wide. Located at 1745 S. Easton Road (Route 611) within Brixmor’s Barn Plaza, …

Make it a Designer House day

Jennifer Nelson

Nothing spells spring in Bucks County like the awe-inspiring Bucks County Designer House & Gardens presented by the Village Improvement Association (VIA), which is returning for its 48th year from April 28 to May 26.

Meet the designers

Sycamore Lane Farm in Hilltown Township is being transformed by 35 area interior designers and 14 landscape professionals as part of the Bucks County Designer House & Gardens, which is open to the public from April 28 through May 26.

Designer House landscaping features a mix of styles

Melinda Rizzo

A stroll through the grounds and gardens at this year’s Bucks County Designer House & Gardens offers an inspiring feast for those who enjoy spending time in their own gardens and landscapes.

Solebury festival brings community together in celebration of arts

The 60th annual Solebury Arts Festival was held April 12-19. Students participated in workshops, lectures, and enjoyed performances led by special guest artists. The weeklong festival ended with an …

MBIT instructor named finalist for 2025 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year

Pennridge School District has been named one of Pennsylvania’s Great Schools

Michener Art Museum celebrates students with Art Star program

Happy to Be Here: Graduates with grit celebrate success

Bridget Wingert

The Bucks County Opportunity Council presented its 2024 Economic Self-Sufficiency Graduation last week as about 200 supporters gathered at The Warrington to cheer the graduates on.

Letters to the Herald

Who would be happy about Fitzpatrick’s BIRDIE Act?

This month, Pa. Rep. Guy Reschenthaler introduced a bill to rename the Washington Dulles International Airport after Donald Trump. But the Pittsburgh-area Republican was not the only Pennsylvania …

Abraham Lincoln said it best

This is a quote from Abraham Lincoln. “As labor is the common burden of our race, so the effort of some to shift their share of the burden onto the shoulders of others is the great, durable, curse …

Oil, natural gas industries push America forward

It has come to my attention that not everyone knows Pennsylvania is the second-largest producer of natural gas in the nation and plays a pivotal role in driving America forward. Plus, here at home, …

Israel was attacked by Hamas

I was shocked to read the guest opinion about uncommitted Democrats (“‘Uncommitted’ Democrats casting protest votes,” April 18). The author never once mentioned the horrible attacks of October …

The obsession with immigrants

What keeps me up at night is to learn from conversation that otherwise sensible and diligent people are obsessed with the migrant “invasion” and how ill-informed they are about President …

For now, make Washington Crossing Bridge one lane

It seems impossible to know what is best regarding the proposed reworking of our legendary Washington Crossing Bridge. But there is a simple solution for now. This will alleviate accidents and also …

The Tortoise

Ethel Rackin

What did I want to do when I came back to write — to detail the drift — two wild hares a dead mouse, a tiny beautiful owl one of the hares chewed up and now this —a tortoise’s muddy back — …

Spring Fling Gala benefits Bucks Beautiful

Bucks Beautiful hosted its 11th annual Spring Fling Gala at the Inn at Barley Sheaf Farm in Holicong April 19. The event featured a seated dinner, silent live auction, raffle and live entertainment. …

Michener Museum exhibition celebrates sculptor George Anthonisen

A new exhibition celebrating the work of figurative sculptor George Anthonisen opened last weekend at the …
Newtown Theatre launches “Balcony Edition” of its Adopt-a-Seat Program

The historic Newtown Theatre has launched the “Balcony Edition” of its Adopt-a-Seat Program to help …
Kite Day to be celebrated at Mercer Museum

The Friends of the Bucks County Historical Society (BCHS) will host Kite Day at the Mercer Museum with …
State Museum exhibits late artist’s paintings of all 67 PA counties

The State Museum of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg presents “Pennsylvania in Watercolor: Revisiting Nick …
PA Shakespeare Festival launches ticket sales

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has launched single ticket sales for its 2024 summer season, running …

Michener Art Museum celebrates additions to permanent collection

The James A. Michener Art Museum marked its 35th anniversary year with the addition of 62 artworks …
Absolute Music School students to perform in “Voices for Vets” fundraiser

On Sunday, May 19, Absolute Music School will host its 16th annual fundraiser, “Voices for …
Exhibition explores importance and uses of tree bark

The New Jersey State Museum presents “Bark! Indigenous Cultural Expressions,” on view May 4, …
Picnics on Pine returns

Simply Delicious by Tina, of Jamison, will be the featured chef for the Saturday, May 11 Picnics on …
Drama at Phillips’ Mill presents “The Mill’s Guide to the Best Vacation EVER!”

“The Mill’s Guide to the Best Vacation EVER!,” this spring’s Musical Comedy Cabaret …

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Business

Ask SCORE: How do business owners navigate quotation errors?

Yenting Liu

Sometimes even the most detailed plans wind up costing business owners more than they had anticipated. Particularly for service providers contemplating a new client or expanded project, it can be …

SJK Wealth Management publishes first book

SJK Wealth Management, with an office in Doylestown, recently published its first book, “Wealth By Design: Navigating A Path Toward Prosperity,” written by Chris Tuck, CFP, and Scott …

St. Luke’s ranked among 100 top hospitals

St. Luke’s University Health Network has been named to Premier’s 2024 PINC AI 100 Top Hospitals list published by Fortune magazine. This is the 10th time in a row and the 12th time overall that …

Heralding Our History: Hospitals, burial site, show Four Lanes End war’s toll

HISTORY LIVES: Sommer Maid Creamery

Homes & Gardens

Volunteer for PA Horticultural Society’s tree planting events

The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) will celebrate Earth Day by planting trees throughout the Greater Philadelphia area from April 19 - 21, with assistance from more than 75 of its PHS Tree …

Dig, divide and boost your garden’s beauty

Melinda Myers

Overcrowded, poor flowering, and floppy perennials can be invigorated with a shovel and a bit of your time and energy. Dividing perennials is an excellent way to improve their appearance and create …

Credit Counseling Center sets Homeownership Empowerment Summit

The Bucks County-based nonprofit Credit Counseling Center, which works to equip consumers with financial knowledge, effective habits and confidence, will host a Homeownership Empowerment Summit April 25 at Bucks County Community College.

“Wow factor” furnishing

Melinda Rizzo

Sofas get a lot of attention but sometimes it’s the side chairs, tables, sideboards and smaller players in a room that can make all the difference to use, comfort, flexibility and style.

"Bucks County Designer House & Gardens" Edition

Area Guide to Homes & Gardens: April 25, 2024

Christopher Durang

Playwright Christopher Durang, a master of satire and black comedy who won a Tony Award for “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike” and was a Pulitzer Prize finalist with “Miss Witherspoon,” has died. He was 75.

Theodore Davis Black

Theodore “Ted” Davis Black (93 years old), a long-time resident of Lenox, MA and Clifton Park, NY died on Sunday, February 11, 2024 in Sellersville, PA. Born in a brick house in …

Linda M. Mangan

Linda (Moore) Mangan, 79, passed away on April 14, 2024 at the Neshaminy Manor Nursing Home after a long illness. She was the beloved wife of Richard (Duffy) Mangan, her high school sweetheart.

Klaus P. Hagen

Klaus P. Hagen, of Sellersville, PA, passed away suddenly at his home on Friday, April 12, 2024. He was 67. He was the loving husband of Kathrine M. (Hediger) Hagen and recently celebrated their 47th …

Kirk L. Taylor

Kirk L. Taylor of Souderton, PA passed away at his residence on Monday, April 8, 2024. He was 67 years old. Kirk was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Frank and Jean (Thomas) Taylor.

Kathleen S. Histand

Kathleen S. Histand, formerly of North Wales and Doylestown, passed away peacefully at Elm Terrace Gardens, North Wales on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. She was 66 years old.Born in Los Angeles, CA, she …

Joan E. Randolph

Joan E. Randolph, of Lambertville, NJ, died on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at the New Jersey Veterans Memorial Home in Menlo Park, Edison, New Jersey. She was 81 years old.Born in Doylestown, …

James F. Ellstrom

James (Jim, King James) F. Ellstrom, age 85, passed away at Wesley Enhanced Living on December 17, 2023. This was the result of several strokes over the past few years.

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