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“Hope Cards” quickly verify PFA orders
Montgomery County Prothonotary Noah Marlier recently addressed Souderton Borough Council this month to publicize the county’s new “Hope Card” and highlight changes to the Protection from Abuse order process (PFA, also known as a Restraining Order). According to Marlier, Montgomery County is only the second in the...
Bucks County SPCA hosts Barn Bash
The Bucks County SPCA Barn Bash took place July 14 at Durham Hill Farm in Pipersville. Bucks County SPCA’s biggest fundraiser of the year, Barn Bash raises essential funds to help the SPCA save more dogs, cats, pocket pets, and farm animals across Bucks County. The event featured food and drinks, with an opportunity to bid on local art, custom pet products, and dining and sporting experiences.
Hospitals seeing an increase in heat-related emergency room visits
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Temperatures climbing into the mid-to-high 90s this week threaten those who work outside and those who may not have access to a place to cool down. Construction workers, postal employees and other outdoor jobs often leave people susceptible to the heat. “Drink a lot of water...
Bucks County mom has new robotic arm thanks to occupational therapy team at Widener
CHESTER, Pa. (CBS) -- A Bucks County mom has a new robotic arm, thanks to an occupational therapy team at Widener University.Getting around is challenging for Victoria Nedza, who has a rare form of muscular dystrophy. But it's getting easier now with her new robotic arm. "It has enabled me to be more independent," Nedza said. The invention was created in an occupational therapy lab at Widener in Chester, Delaware County. Two graduate occupational therapy students and a professor were eager to help a stranger who reached out on a whim."They were really receptive and responsive right away," Nedza said.But it...
Who did readers select as the spring's top playoff performers in the Bucks County area?
It was a memorable playoff season, culminating with six Phillyburbs teams playing for state championships in baseball, softball and boys lacrosse. With so many great teams and players, it was difficult to choose the top performances. So we asked our readers to do so by voting in our polls. Here...
'It fosters a wonderful sense of community': 3 works of art being added to New Hope-Solebury School District campus
NEW HOPE, Pa. - A school district in Bucks County is partnering with a nonprofit in an effort to enrich its campus with three contemporary works of art. The New Hope-Solebury School District says it has partnered with nonprofit organization New Hope Arts. The installations represent various artistic styles and...
Part of new Chester Valley Trail in King of Prussia shut down after sinkhole opens
Part of a brand new trail that recently opened in King of Prussia has been shut down after authorities in Montgomery County say a sinkhole opened up.The sinkhole was reported Wednesday morning on the Chester Valley Trail.It is now closed between Dekalb Pike and Prince Fredrick Boulevard.It's not yet clear if this is connected to Tuesday night's storms.Back in April, PennDOT shut down one lane of nearby Route 202 for a similar depression under the road.
Second session planned to discuss Norristown trailhead improvements
NORRISTOWN — Another public meeting focusing on two trailheads along the Schuylkill River is scheduled for this weekend in Norristown, according to Montgomery County officials. Hosted by the Montgomery County Planning Commission, the session will take place from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, July 20 at the intersection...
Reading business owner charged in drug trafficking investigation
Gregory Borges, 60, of Reading, has been arrested and charged following a comprehensive drug trafficking investigation spearheaded by the Berks County District Attorney’s Drug Task Force. In May of 2024, the Berks County District Attorney’s Drug Task Force initiated an investigation and identified Gregory Borges as an individual who...
Bicyclist seriously hurt in Palmer Township hit-and-run
PALMER TWP., Pa. -- Police in Northampton County are looking for the driver that hit a bicyclist and fled the scene. The hit-and-run crash happened Tuesday night just after 10 p.m., said Palmer Township police. An unknown vehicle hit the bicyclist on S. Greenwood Avenue, south of Charlotte Avenue, but...
Neag Foundation Grant expands Reading Science Center Field Trip Program
The Reading Science Center has announced a $60,000 grant from the Neag Foundation, which will help expand the Ignite and Excite Field Trip Program for Berks County elementary schools. This funding will enable the RSC to provide a $10 discount per student starting in September 2024, significantly increasing access for schools throughout the region.
Burpee Open at Fordhook Farm will take guests behind-the-scenes
Burpee, one of the most well-known gardening brands in the U.S., will host its annual Burpee Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 27. The free event rooted in a rich tradition that dates back to the 1800s will take place at Burpee’s Fordhook Farm, 105 New Britain Road, Doylestown, and will feature self-guided garden tours to give guests a behind-the-scenes peek into the magic of Burpee’s gardens. There will also be food trucks, live music, horticultural speakers, and more.
Aqua PA reps talk PFAS, rates at Chalfont meeting
Two representatives of Aqua PA addressed public concerns over proposed rate hikes and PFAS contamination during a July 8 meeting with Chalfont Borough Council. PFAS is a group of synthetic chemicals used in everything from food packaging to firefighting foam. Exposure to PFAS chemicals is linked to several birth defects, as well as kidney and thyroid issues.
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