I went to the County Theater in Doylestown last week to see Akira Kurosawa’s 1985 film “Ran” — his rendition of Shakespeare’s, “King Lear” in medieval Japan. Great art like this is a …
We are both first-term state representatives — Paul Friel, a Democrat serving Chester County, and Kristin Marcell, a Republican representing Bucks County. Despite being “across the aisle” from …
I am writing to express my deep concern over the continued voter base support for Donald Trump, despite grave legal challenges he faces. In the face of four federal criminal and civil trials, …
Standing out on the canal bridge, everything was hushed. Nothing moved. Then, a pop.Seconds later came the sound of a sprinkle of things hitting the ground.Small seeds danced on the asphalt as they …
As our esteemed state legislature ponders the efficacy of legalized marijuana in the state of Pennsylvania, I thought it would be appropriate to weigh in on this issue. While I do not know the full …
For decades, public school educators and support professionals have witnessed the devastating impacts of underfunding in our public schools. Students who need extra help with subjects such as math or …
As every Pennsylvanian knows, and as those who visit or relocate here quickly discover, our commonwealth is blessed with abundant natural resources and outdoor recreation assets. With more than …
The recent death of celebrity owl Flaco is drawing much-needed attention to the vast number of bird deaths caused by collisions with man-made structures. As cited in the New York Times: “A study …
On March 8, Viktor Orban, Prime Minister of Hungary, visited Washington D.C., though not for an official White House meeting as Hungary’s head of state. Instead, he was visiting the Heritage …
Tuesday, April 23 is Pennsylvania’s primary election. In this election, citizens registered as either Republicans or Democrats will choose which of the candidates put forth by the two political …
Pennsylvania is in a tough environment now. On the one hand, economic forecasts say inflation has peaked and unemployment remains low. On the other hand, most Americans feel life is still too …
I believe President Biden has been an excellent president, who has accomplished a lot for the American people in his first term. However, you may disagree with his policies or be reluctant to vote …
I appreciated the article in last week’s Bucks County Herald (“Haycock Camp witnesses fail to allay concerns over expansion plan,” March 21) concerning the Haycock Camping Ministries Inc. …
First of all, let me say that bullying of any kind, for any reason, is inexcusable. It’s ugly. It’s hateful. No one should have to live in fear of being attacked just for being “different.” …
March is National Nutrition Month, and this year’s theme is “Beyond the Table,” with a focus on the less commonly discussed pieces of good nutrition, from food production to navigating grocery …
The General Greene Inn should be preserved. The advent of the automobile age, along with the General Greene Inn’s location in Buckingham, afforded it a unique role in helping usher in wide-ranging …
Adults over age 50 face increased risk of serious disease or death from a range of infectious diseases, much of which can be minimized by routine vaccination. The Center for Disease Control & …
When journalists emphasize the importance of the Sunshine Act, some people might think we’re seeking special favors or a particular privilege — that we’re looking for more ways to “get …
Congress must hold hospitals accountable for unreasonable charges with site neutral payments. Not too long ago, a patient of mine said they wouldn’t be getting a procedure I recommended at an …
We are now a few months into the year and many of us have nice things to look forward to. Maybe it’s that special vacation you have been saving for, perhaps a new house or car, or the wedding or …
