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Bucks County Bar Foundation Scholarship Awards Celebration
The Bucks County Bar Foundation hosted its annual Scholarship Reception Celebration on May 15, at the Bucks County Bar Association. This event brought together legal professionals, students and their families to recognize the outstanding recipients of the 2024 BCBF scholarships. This year, the foundation received nearly 30 applications from highly-qualified...
Bensalem’s six legacy volunteer fire departments unite as one
The six legacy volunteer fire companies of Bensalem Township are officially becoming one. During a special meeting last Monday evening, council members unanimously approved a resolution to consolidate Cornwells, Eddington, Newport, Nottingham, Trevose and Union into the Bensalem Volunteer Fire Department. “The reason consolidation of our six current fire companies...
Paranormal Cirque III returning to Bensalem this weekend
We’re all familiar with the warm-weather celebration of Christmas in July. But now, locals can enjoy a spooky June when Paranormal Cirque III comes to the Neshaminy Mall this weekend. Paranormal Cirque III, which last made a Bensalem stop in fall 2023, is one of several shows under the...
Paramount Realty set to buy Neshaminy Mall
Only a few months after the Neshaminy Mall was put up for sale by Brookfield Properties, it’s about to have a new owner, one that is familiar with Bensalem Township. Recently, the Bensalem Economic Development Corp. posted on Facebook, “Hot off the presses! Neshaminy Mall has a buyer! Settlement will occur sometime in the next 30 days with Paramount Realty. We look forward to working with their team and hearing about the new opportunities this sale will bring to our community.”
Women’s Animal Center to host Mini Paws summer programming for children
Women’s Animal Center, 3839 Richlieu Road, Bensalem, is hosting three Mini Paws Club programs this summer for children ages 7-12. During each Mini Paws Club session, children will participate in a lesson on the day’s topic, games, hands-on crafts, a tour of the center, enrichment activities for the animals, and meet and greets with Women’s Animal Center Ambassador animals.
Trevose Horticultural Society monthly meeting
“Entering a Flower Show, Design It, Grow It, Show It!” is the topic of the Trevose Horticultural Society’s monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 18, at 7 p.m. at the Bensalem Senior Center, 1850 Byberry Road, Bensalem. The June program will be a lively interactive, user-friendly review of how...
Annual Flower Show set for Aug. 23-24
The Trevose Horticultural Society is staging its 101st National Garden Club Standard Flower Show “Bee Inspired” on Friday, Aug. 23, from 4 to 8 p.m., and Saturday, Aug. 24, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at St. Ephrem Catholic Church, 5400 Hulmeville Road, Bensalem. The public is invited; admission is free. Non-members are welcome to enter.
Family Service Association’s bilingual programs win Champion Award
Since 2022, Family Service Association of Bucks County has been working diligently to provide a sense of community for local Spanish-speaking families through its lineup of bilingual programs. According to Mariel Santiago, the lead facilitator who runs up to five groups weekly in various locations spanning the entire county, fostering...
Sign up for basketball camp
The 18th annual Jaguar Summer Basketball Camp will take place in the air-conditioned Marian Center at St. Ephrem, in Bensalem, from July 22-26. The camp is for boys and girls in kindergarten through 12th grade, and will include fundamentals and competition. The cost is $150 and includes a free basketball...
Summer Meal Program in Bensalem
Once again this summer, children can enjoy no-cost breakfasts and lunches provided by the Bensalem Township School District Food Services Department. The district is sponsoring the Summer Food Service Program, a federally funded nutrition program, open to all children ages 1-18 years. No application is necessary. Meals are completely free,...
Sunshine Foundation hosts annual 5K Run/Walk to answer local child’s dream
Sunshine Foundation hosted its 22nd annual RunWalkBark4Dreams 5K fun run and 2-mile walk on May 18, at Tyler State Park. Participants and sponsors of the event raised funds to make Zachary’s dream come true. Zachary, 9, with Down syndrome, dreams of visiting Disney World to meet Mickey Mouse. His mom said, “Thank you everyone! It was an amazing day. When we got in the car, Zachary said, ‘I had fun today,’ with smiles.”
Andalusia presenting chamber music concert on June 20
Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum announced a special chamber music concert, featuring acclaimed artists Maya Anjali Buchanan on violin and John Marcel Williams on guitar. The concert takes place in the intimate setting of the library inside Andalusia’s historic house, 1237 State Road, Andalusia, on Thursday, June 20, at 6 p.m.
CRIME ROUNDUP
On May 30, Jonathan Brodecki, 21, Moore Avenue, Bensalem, turned himself in to Bensalem Police Detectives on multiple felony charges for the sexual extortion of nine juvenile victims ranging from 12 to 15 years of age across multiple states. Bensalem Police believe that many more victims have not been identified.
Legislative Roundup
The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee announced its Spotlight Candidates in Pennsylvania to protect the Democratic majority in the House. One of the candidates is Anna Payne, who is challenging Rep. Joe Hogan (R-142nd dist.), who won his seat two years ago by 76 votes. Another is Anand Patel, who is...
Sesame Place announces summer fun events
Sesame Place has celebrated the unofficial start to summer. Over Memorial Day weekend, guests enjoyed fireworks and the grand opening of the all-new 123 Playground. Highlights of Sesame Summer Splash, beginning June 22, include:. Return of summertime character stage shows: On June 22, fan-favorite shows “Magic of Art” and “Our...
Local with spina bifida advocates for Disability Pride Month in Pennsylvania
It’s been six years since The Times introduced its readers to James Henderson, a Langhorne resident with spina bifida who spread positivity through his weekly #motivateumonday series on social media. Fast-forward to 2024, and Henderson, 39, still isn’t letting his disability hold him back in life. In fact, he’s...
The Comic Collection burglars arrested thanks to DNA technology
Dave Schwartz, longtime owner of The Comic Collection, is grateful that, thanks to the power of DNA evidence, justice is finally being served to the individuals responsible for the horrifying experience he endured on Sept. 18, 2022. Just before 5 p.m., two men entered the store, located at 83 Bustleton...
Bensalem students attend PJAS State Competition
Bensalem Township School District students attended the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science State Competition, held May 17-21, at Penn State University, State College. Thousands of students from across Pennsylvania presented their scientific research at this annual competition. These projects are a culmination of months of hard work and dedication. Thirty-four...
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