Columbus
Bensalem Times
Red light enforcement in Bensalem captures 5,200 violations in first month
It’s been a little over a month since automated red light enforcement systems were installed at two of Bensalem Township’s most dangerous intersections: Street Road and Knights Road, and Route 1 at Old Lincoln Highway. And the number of violations already reported is staggering. Since April 1, Bensalem...
Kin announces new labyrinth for local cancer patients
Kin, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and all-inclusive wellness and support center providing free services through its unique 360-degree care model to cancer patients, their caregivers and local oncology healthcare workers across Bucks County, announced a new four-circuit labyrinth located at the center, 2325 Heritage Center Drive, Building 113, Furlong. The Kin Labyrinth was created to give the local cancer community an opportunity to take solo, group and facilitated walks to reduce stress and anxiety, and promote overall wellbeing.
Senior Games registration open through May 15
The Bucks County Area Agency on Aging is calling on seniors who relish camaraderie, competition and fun to sign up for the 41st annual Bucks County Senior Games. The games are set to begin Wednesday, May 29, with the Senior Games Kickoff event at the Newtown Campus of Bucks County Community College. Competitions are scheduled June 5 through June 11 at senior centers and other locations throughout the county.
Mayfest Festival & Family Fun Day at the NAC
The Newtown Athletic Club invites the community to join them on Saturday, May 18, from noon to 4 p.m. for its inaugural Mayfest Family Festival at Escape Resort, Restaurant & Bar. The special event is open to the community, and all ages are welcome to attend. There will be mega...
Celebrate National Tennis Month in Bucks County
For decades, May has been National Tennis Month and, while this year is no different, the Bucks County Tennis Association has a different way to celebrate it. May is a special time to celebrate tennis and raise awareness that the sport is inclusive, easy and social, not to mention healthy — studies have proven that playing tennis has been found to add 10 years to your life.
Sunshine Foundation’s Run/Walk 5K set for May 18
Sunshine Foundation is hosting its 22nd annual RunWalkBark4Dreams 5K fun run and 2-mile walk on Saturday, May 18, at Tyler State Park. This family-friendly event is for everyone, including dogs. Para athletes are encouraged. The $15 entry fee per adult or child benefits the Sunshine Foundation to make children’s dreams...
NOVA’s candlelight tribute for victims of crime is May 14
NOVA, Bucks County’s comprehensive crime victim services agency, invites the community to join in honoring victims of crime, their families, friends and those who serve them at a candlelight tribute on May 14, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at Core Creek Park Pavilion #11, 901 Bridgetown Pike, Langhorne. The gathering and reception starts at 6 p.m. and the event starts at 6:30 p.m.
Winner of 11th annual Pickering Manor Car Raffle announced
On April 19, the winner of Pickering Manor’s 11th annual Car Raffle was announced: Jeri Rogers, of Yardley. Though she wasn’t present at the event, Rogers was quite surprised when she received a call from director of development Maureen Kuhar. Faced with the tough decision between a new car or $25,000 in cash, Rogers decided to take the cash.
Annual District Fine Arts Festival
Tonight, May 9, is the final evening of the Annual District Fine Arts Festival, hosted by the students and faculty of the Bensalem Township School District Art Department. The festival is open to the public from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Bensalem High School Gymnasium Lobby, 4319 Hulmeville Road. There is no charge for admission.
Philadelphia Building Trades partners with BCCC for ‘Girls Ignite’ trades career expo
The Philadelphia Building & Construction Trades Council, led by business manager Ryan N. Boyer, once again partnered with Bucks County Community College for “Girls Ignite,” a one-day career exploration expo in which female Building Trades members introduced young women to the many benefits of careers in the unionized construction industry.
Vita Education Services announces new board leadership
Vita Education Services, Bucks County’s leading provider of adult education services, announced the election of Ellen Happ, principal of Ellen Happ Architect, as the president of its board of directors. Happ will lead a team of dedicated individuals committed to furthering Vita’s mission of empowering adults through education.
Scholarship opportunities available through ICC
The Scholarship Committee of the Indian Cultural Center of South Jersey, formerly known as Asian Indian Professionals Inc., announced the availability of 15-20 scholarships in amounts ranging from $1,500 to $2,500 for college students who have a parent or grandparent of Asian Indian descent. The scholarships will be awarded on a competitive basis to applicants who are enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student in the fall of 2024 and reside in one of the following counties in the Delaware Valley: Bucks, Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Mercer, Delaware, Philadelphia or New Castle.
Bucks County Community College receives $250K grant
Bucks County Community College’s Center for Workforce Development has been awarded a $250,000 grant through the PA Department of Labor & Industry to expand access to its Building and Construction Trades Pre-Apprenticeship program. Bucks will be one of 14 recipients of the state’s $3.3 million Schools-to-Work initiative. The...
Group therapy activities in Bensalem
Mind Body Soul Wellness Center, Neshaminy Plaza, 3070 Bristol Pike, Building 2, Suite 218, announced the formation of multiple group therapy activities available to the general public. The groups are held each Saturday, with a morning (11 a.m. to noon) and afternoon (2 to 3 p.m.) session. The first Saturday...
Temple political science graduate is ready to make positive change
As Gianni Quattrocchi prepares to graduate from Temple University this week, he wants to instill one piece of advice on incoming freshmen: be open to change. When this Bristol Borough native began his collegiate journey in 2020, he was majoring in mechanical engineering. However, during his first semester, he realized that he didn’t feel particularly passionate about the field. Rather than stick with his initial plan and doom himself to an unhappy future, he allowed himself to switch gears and recognize his true interest: politics.
Playa Bowls celebrates grand opening in Bensalem
The start of summer might be a few weeks away, but locals can get a taste of the season now thanks to the opening of Playa Bowls. Located at 2645 Street Road in Bensalem, the shop, which celebrated its grand opening in April, specializes in healthy acai and pitaya bowls that are regularly found in tropical locales, as well as smoothies, juices, cold brew and more.
Camp Invention coming to Bensalem this summer
Camp Invention, a nationally-recognized, nonprofit summer enrichment program, is coming to Bensalem Township School District the week of July 15-18. A program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame in partnership with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, Camp Invention challenges children in grades K-6 to tap into their natural curiosity and use their creativity to solve problems. Through hands-on activities, Camp Invention promotes STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) learning; builds confidence, leadership, perseverance and resourcefulness; and encourages entrepreneurship, all in a fun and engaging environment.
CRIME ROUNDUP
Christopher Plytas, 43, has been arrested by Bensalem Police for the theft of $190,000 from a vehicle. On April 29, at 5 p.m., police responded to the Conoco Gas Station, 2700 Knights Road, for the report of a theft from a vehicle in the parking lot. Upon arrival, the victim told police that he had $190,000 in a box in the back seat of his 2017 Tesla, and that someone had broken the window and stolen all of the cash while he was inside the business. The victim is the owner of a company that owns skill machines throughout the area, and he was at that gas station servicing one of those machines when the theft occurred.
Women’s Animal Center seeks kitten foster volunteers
Kitten season is here and, during this critical time, many litters of stray, abandoned and orphaned baby kittens — newborn to less than 6 weeks old — are brought to Women’s Animal Center needing specialized care to survive, thrive and grow. The center needs additional kitten foster...
59th annual BCCC Student Art Exhibition runs through May 7 at Hicks
The Arts and Communication Department at Bucks County Community College is hosting the 59th annual Student Art Exhibition, a showcase of work made during spring and fall 2023 and spring 2024 by students in the department. Medias include ceramics, dance, digital media, drawing, film, fine woodworking, glass, graphic design, jewelry, music, painting, printmaking, photography, 2D design, 3D design, video and web design. The exhibition runs through May 9 in the Hicks Art Center.
It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency:
Our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. As a platform hosting over 100,000 pieces of content published daily, we cannot pre-vet content, but we strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation.