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Dozens of drivers go from the pump to the auto shop after fueling up with contaminated gas at Bucks County Wawa
A number of drivers who recently filled up at a Wawa in Bucks County suffered some pain at the pump — not from high prices, but from bad gasoline. Drivers who had to take their cars to the auto shop can file a claim.
Another NJ mall is still thriving in New Jersey
We’ve heard a lot in recent years about how the mall is on its way out. And sure, there have been some malls that have closed down. Both in New Jersey and throughout the country. Online shopping is a train that more and more people get on each and...
Bucks County has a shortage of affordable senior housing. Bensalem adding to inventory
Construction is now underway on a new affordable housing complex for low-income senior citizens in Bucks County. Officials celebrated the Federation Housing Inc.'s groundbreaking of the Daniel B. Green House at 4695 Somerton Road in the Trevose section of Bensalem on July 12. This 60-unit development aims to provide low-income seniors with accessible and affordable housing, addressing the region's critical housing shortage, officials said. The community is expected to open in early September 2025.
Beware if You See Paw Prints on a New Jersey Mailbox
There have been several "did you know" moments lately in New Jersey. For example, what should you do if you find a dryer sheet in your mailbox?. Spoiler alert. It would be best if you left it. The scent of the dryer sheet keeps bees from building nests in your mailbox.
Another hidden gem waterfront bar at the Jersey Shore
There are a few businesses in New Jersey that have the same name. I'm sure there are quite a few Sal's Pizza's in our state, for example. Most people in Central Jersey may have heard of the Wonder Bar in Asbury Park. There is also a Wonder Bar in Atlantic City.
Stone Linked to Famous Bucks County Outlaws Coming to Doylestown Museum
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Local researchers think they’ve found a stone inscribed by one of Bucks County’s most famous outlaws. A piece of stone with the date “1775” and the letter “M” inscribed on it was found in Buckingham Cave, which historians think was used by the notorious Doan Gang. The group of brothers, also known as the Plumstead Cowboys, was part of a network of people who supported Great Britain during the Revolutionary War.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The group robbed tax collectors, militia members and citizens who supported the revolution. Its members are believed...
This week will have New Jersey’s worst night of sleep, study says
You don’t need me to tell you it’s been quite a hot summer, but did you know that the heat could be leading to having a restless night?. Wanting to avoid the high energy cost of blasting air conditioning has resulted in many New Jerseyans not getting their desired amount of sleep.
‘America’s Best Watering Hole’ is a New Jersey Hidden Gem
New Jersey has been receiving a lot of "bests" lately, but are we surprised?. This place, in particular, has a remarkable story that goes back a while. The bar itself is a relic of Prohibition. Real rum runners would throw back a cocktail when they weren't smuggling booze. Even to...
Peddler’s Village Peach Festival to feature a summer favorite fruit
Peddler’s Village in Lahaska will present its annual Peach Festival from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 3 and 4. The festival will feature a variety of peach-themed treats, including pies and fritters, fresh local peaches, live entertainment, activities, summer sidewalk sales, and more. The Peach...
The Oldest Diner In New Jersey Is Only 20 Years Old, Here’s How
New Jersey has a rich diner history, and seeing how we're the diner capital of the country it makes sense that we're also home to the oldest diner in America. Jersey has a ton of great diners, and you can grab a bite to eat at places like Tops Diner, the Harrison House in Mullica Hill, The Rainbow Diner, and the Brick Diner, which are all classics.
New Jersey begins process to close two youth detention centers
Efforts to reimagine two youth correctional facilities in New Jersey are just getting underway as Attorney General Matt Platkin announced a working group to determine their future design and purpose on Thursday.
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...
Randall Ave Bridge Restoration Project Begins
Haines and Kibblehouse work crews started repair work on the Randall Avenue Bridge last weekend with more work scheduled to continue this weekend. Bristol Township Manager Township Randee Mazur at last weeks council meeting said, she had her “fingers crossed” the scheduled work would begin. She confirmed the work did in fact begin over the past weekend in an e mail exchange Monday.
Falls Supervisors Approve Design Blendz and Danja LLC Requests
In July’s Board of Supervisors meeting, Design Blendz, a company involved with the reconstruction of the Falls Township Municipal Building and Danja, LLC, a business that resides on a historic paper street received the supervisors’ approval for their requests. Design Blendz, requesting $209,000 for professional services. The amount...
PA Turnpike to get rid of traditional tolls on this stretch of highway
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission announced Wednesday that tolls on the turnpike east of Reading and on the Northeast Extension would switch to open road tolling in January 2025. What is open road tolling?. Open road tolling systems charge tolls via sensors overhead and in the roadway that determine each vehicle's...
More bank closures in New Jersey
💸 Dozens of bank branches have closed in New Jersey this year. 💸 Online banking has reduced the need to visit a physical branch office. A Pennsylvania-based bank has announced the closure of 13 branch offices including nine in New Jersey. It's the latest in a wave of...
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