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Pa. winery closing down, with part of the property for sale for $2M
Maple Springs Vineyard, one of the top producers of quality wine in the state, will for all intents and purposes close at the end of July. Owner Marianne Lieberman confirmed on Wednesday that parts of her property at 91 Nuss Road in Bechtelsville, Berks County, were recently put on the market for $1.995 million.
Foodie: Sanatoga Pizza Open; Taco Bell Freebie; Wings Day
SANATOGA PA – Tuesday (July 23, 2024) was the big day for Sanatoga Pizza, 2209 E. High St., the newest pizza producer in greater Pottstown. It marked its official opening, and staffers on the phone there said they were busy at mid-day answering calls and taking orders. The restaurant...
Bucks County Lake Listed as One of the Best Spots for Bass Fishing in Pennsylvania
A lake in Bucks County is being recognized as one of the best spots in the state for a long-beloved outdoor activity. Brian Whipkey wrote about the local lake for GoErie. Nockamixon Lake, located within Nockamixon State Park in Quakertown, was listed amongst several large reservoirs in Pennsylvania where bass fishing is plentiful. A popular destination for local residents and visitors to the area, the lake and its park are replete with opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors.
Local Collective Fuels Live Music Scene Across Montgomery County and Beyond
Rising Sun Presents is helping power the live music scene around the Main Line, Montgomery County, and beyond. Rising Sun Presents is helping power the live music scene around Montgomery County, the Main Line, and beyond, writes Hobart Rowland for the Main Line Today. The live music event production collective...
Raising Cane's 1st Lehigh Valley location has an opening date
LOWER MACUNGIE TWP., Pa. — A popular Louisiana-based chicken finger fast food chain is set to open its doors to the Lehigh Valley in August. Raising Cane's will open at 6240 Hamilton Blvd. in Lower Macungie on Tuesday, Aug. 6. Workers were at the location Thursday and confirmed the opening date.
Coca-Cola Park to host ‘Illumination!’ holiday lights event
Coca-Cola Park will be decked out with more than a million holiday lights during the IronPigs off-season later this year. The IronPigs organization announced in a news release Wednesday that the park will become home to “Illumination!,” a walk-through holiday lights display between November and January. In addition to viewing the lights, guests will be able to make s’mores at fire pits, get ...
Zayn Malik credits life in Pennsylvania, with home in Bucks County, for album inspiration
Zayn Malik, former One Direction star and ex-boyfriend of supermodel Gigi Hadid, recently opened up about his life in Bucks County. In an interview with British Vogue released three days ago, Malik shared his affection for rural Pennsylvania, describing it as "just chill. It is quiet, there are no human beings, it is a great place to reflect."Malik, who lives in the scenic town, credited New Hope with significantly influencing his latest album, Room Under The...
Chalfont Fire Company Gets Donation of Lifesaving Gear Thanks to a Movie Star
CHALFONT, PA—The Chalfont Fire Company has received new lifesaving equipment courtesy of a foundation created by Hollywood star Gary Sinise. In a Facebook post, the fire department announced that it had received two pieces of equipment:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER FAST Boards allow rescuers to carry people who are too injured to walk on their own, but they also have all the gear that rescuers need to load, secure and move those people during emergency evacuations. The fire department said the boards are versatile and can be used for rescues from areas like...
Wawa customers report issues after fueling up at Richboro store
RICHBORO, Pa. (CBS) -- Wawa says an equipment issue at its Richboro, Pennsylvania store led to mechanical problems for some customers who fueled up their vehicles there.All over social media pages in Bucks County you can hear from customers who got gasoline at the Wawa on Second Street Pike - and then experienced issues leading them to take their cars to repair shops.It's not clear what happened to cause the fuel to impact these vehicles.Wawa said once the company learned of the issue, "we took immediate steps to correct it and we are working with our fuel equipment manufacturer to...
Originally Scraped from a Dogwood in a Cemetery, This Yeast Knocks ‘em Dead at a Bucks County Brewery
Philly Sour, a new beer yeast found in a Philadelphia cemetery and isolated in the brewing sciences lab at the University of the Sciences, is winning accolades from the local beer industry and beyond, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The yeast is being lauded both for the sour...
Three Chester County Restaurants Have Some of the Best Hoagies Outside Philadelphia
Searching for the best hoagies outside Philadelphia to check out? These three Chester County restaurants have you covered. While Philadelphia is known for its impeccable taste in the classic hoagie, Chester County is none too shy with three of the best hoagies in the region being available around here, writes Patrick Berkery for The Keystone.
Get tickets now for Morgan Log House’s Tavern Night in September
The time for beer is almost near. Morgan Log House and Towamencin Township present Tavern Night at the 850 Weikel Road historic site from 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Sept. 21. Tickets can be purchased at MyPhillyTickets.com here. You must be 21 and older to attend the event. Members...
Birchrunville Store Cafe Maintains Its Stellar Reputation
Francis Pascal’s Birchrunville Store Cafe still shares its circa-1850 structure with a working post office. And while that lends a certain quirky charm to its out-of-the-way Chester County location, it’s not the primary draw. For 25 years, this unassumingly unique BYOB has enjoyed a stellar reputation—so much so that scoring a table can still be a challenge.
60 Dogs Rescued From Horrible Conditions in East Texas
Hearing about dogs living in these types of conditions is heartbreaking, especially knowing that it’s going on here in East Texas. We first got the details from KETK, about 60 dogs who have been rescued over the past few months. What started out as a people wanting to do...
Taste What’s New: Bucks County’s Latest Restaurant Additions
A selection of new Bucks County restaurants are appearing in the local scene, offering a diverse selection of options. Newcomers to the Bucks County restaurant scene have something to offer to a diverse mix of appetites, including somebody looking for a new favorite food or drink, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times.
Beat summer heat at PA Horticultural Society’s pop up and public gardens
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s (PHS) Pop Up Gardens and other PHS Public Gardens and Landscapes are now in full bloom across the region, offering the perfect “Heatwave Haven” for those looking to escape the heat this summer. The PHS Pop Up Gardens on South Street and in...
National Dog Show tickets on sale now
The Kennel Club of Philadelphia, presenter of dog shows since 1879, has set Saturday, Nov. 16, and Sunday, Nov. 17 for the 2024 National Dog Show weekend at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, located at 100 Station Ave., Oaks, Pa. One of the region’s most prominent family attractions, the National...
Furry Friends: Mr. Peabody and Casserole
READING, Pa. - This week's Furry Friends comes from Humane Pa in Reading. First up is "Mr. Peabody." He's a four-year-old Maltese that's a laid back guy who loves napping and watching TV. The shelter says he was found as a stray and he's eager to find his forever home...
Ewe-Turn Alert: Chalfont Residents Seek Escaped Sheep
Chalfont residents have been vigilant since Rob Jerman's six sheep escaped their 15-acre enclosure last month. Chalfont residents have been vigilant since Rob Jerman’s six sheep escaped their 15-acre enclosure last month, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. Daily updates flood a local Facebook group, with...
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