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Bensalem employees recognized for milestones
The Bensalem Township board of school directors recently recognized district employees with 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 and 45 years of service. Superintendent Dr. Sam Lee thanked these employees for their many years of dedicated service to students and the district during the June 25 school board meeting. Certificates of recognition acknowledging the employees’ contributions will be presented at a later date.
NAC Have a Heart Foundation donates $10,000 to Fuel the Force
The NAC (Newtown Athletic Club) Have a Heart Foundation recently donated $10,000 to Fuel the Force, a nonprofit organization that offers a free lunch program and special events for Bucks County police officers. This unique mission was established by local community member Christina Nelson in 2022 to shine a light...
CRIME ROUNDUP
On April 25, Bensalem Police received a cybertip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. The tip referenced a Google account that had uploaded and saved numerous videos depicting child pornography, including prepubescent boys and girls engaging in sexual acts with each other. Detectives began an investigation and...
Pizza Twist set to open first Bucks location in Bensalem
Pizza Twist is opening its first Bucks County location at Centre Plaza in Bensalem. Offering a unique “twist” on the typical pizza menu, Pizza Twist serves up a variety of international flavors, with a focus on “Indian fusion” pizza. The menu includes pizza and wings, pasta dishes and salads. Gluten-free, halal, vegan and vegetarian options are available. Pizza Twist currently has more than 80 North American locations.
Grundy Library, Museum receive grants
The Grundy Library in Bristol Borough announced that it has been awarded a grant of $5,000 from Penn Community Bank. This funding will support the library’s popular Museum Pass Program, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. The Museum Pass Program provides patrons with the opportunity to visit...
St. Mary first in Bucks to implant Watchman FLX Pro Device
St. Mary Medical Center announced that it is the first hospital in Bucks County to implant the new Watchman FLX Pro Left Atrial Appendage Closure Device. The device features the latest LAAC technology, designed to reduce stroke risk and serve as an alternative to the lifelong use of blood thinners for people with atrial fibrillation not caused by a heart valve problem (also known as non-valvular AF or NVAF).
A. Marlyn Moyer, Jr. Scholarship Foundation application deadline extended to July 6
The A. Marlyn Moyer, Jr. Scholarship Foundation announced that it will grant several partial scholarships for studies at colleges, universities, technical schools, nursing schools and other accredited post-secondary institutions. To be eligible, applicants must be graduating high school seniors or other persons enrolling full time in post-secondary schools for the...
Sunshine Foundation launches ‘Summer of Sunshine’ campaign with $10K Epstein match
Sunshine Foundation kicked off its 2nd annual Summer of Sunshine campaign with a matching gift opportunity from the Gene and Marlene Epstein Humanitarian Fund. Local philanthropists Gene and Marlene Epstein are offering a dollar-for-dollar match of up to $10,000 to help answer the dreams of children with lifelong severe illnesses and conditions. Double your gift by making a donation at sunshinefoundation.org/sos24.
Silver Lake Nature Center announces summer events
Silver Lake Nature Center, 1306 Bath Road, Bristol, announced a number of upcoming summer events. Volunteer Work Days take place July 6, Aug. 3 and Sept. 7, from 9 a.m. to noon. Join on the first Saturday of each month to help keep the SLNC Trails/Grounds beautiful. Be prepared to get wet and dirty. Bring a refillable water bottle. Register online.
Jay Johnson & The OTC Collective release rock-fused concept EP
The OTC Collective, comprised of six area songwriters/multi-instrumentalists of varying genres, is essentially the musical version of The Avengers. Whenever one of its members has an idea for a creative project, they rally around them and make it happen. Currently, The OTC Collective’s focus is on Jay Johnson, a 2009...
St. Mary Cancer Center holds blessing ceremony for new equipment
The St. Mary Cancer Center recently hosted a blessing ceremony for its newest technology: the Varian Halcyon. This state-of-the-art advanced linear accelerator provides fast, precise treatment for all cancers, while minimizing exposure to the patient’s healthy tissue. Pictured are, from L: Todd Flannery, MD, radiation oncologist, St. Mary Radiation...
Parx Casino owner acquires The Inn at Fox Chase
Greenwood Racing Inc., the parent company of Parx Casino, announced that a Greenwood Racing subsidiary has acquired the Inn at Fox Chase, 3327 Street Road, Bensalem, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the gaming and entertainment company. Over the next six to 12 months, the 167-room hotel will...
Pennsbury Manor hosting 10th annual Brews & Bites
The 10th annual Brews & Bites twilight tasting event at Pennsbury Manor takes place June 29, kicking off the Independence Day holiday weekend. Held al fresco at the idyllic riverfront home of Pennsylvania’s founder William Penn, this sunset fundraiser from 4 to 8 p.m. features local beer tasting, food trucks and live music by classic rock/Motown band August.
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.
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