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Eclectic rockers from Bucks County cancel tour due to mental health issues
A popular rock band known for its eclectic mix of styles, and which hails from Pennsylvania, is taking a break from hitting the stage, at least for now. Ween — formed by Aaron Freeman (AKA Gene Ween) and Mickey Melchiondo (AKA Dean Ween) in New Hope, Bucks County, in 1984 — announced the band is going to “step away from the stage for the foreseeable future,” according to a Thursday X post.
Yardley Area Spot Takes Crown as Best Pizza in Bucks
A survey aimed at figuring out who serves up the best pie in Bucks County got many votes, but one has emerged as the clear favorite. A survey aimed at figuring out who serves up the best pie in Bucks County received numerous nominations, but one has emerged as the clear favorite, writes Kara Seymour for the Patch.
Rescheduled Frankie Valli Tribute Show Comes to Doylestown Wednesday Night
DOYLESTOWN, PA—The Frankie Valli tribute show scheduled for early August will come to town this week (weather permitting), bringing tight harmonies and lots of choreographed dance moves to Doylestown’s summer music series on Wednesday night. The band Lights Out will play songs from Valli’s solo career and his time with the Four Seasons, as well as other music from that time period. Expect to hear songs like “Sherry,” “Walk Like a Man,” “My Eyes Adored You,” “Who Loves You,” and more at the show that was originally scheduled for Aug. 7.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE...
Bucks County Italian Market Launches Alto Bakery & Caffè in Warminster
Inside of Altomonte's, the Italian grocery store in Warminster and Doylestown that will be soon launching Alto Bakery & Caffe. Altomonte’s, the iconic Italian market and delicatessen operating in Doylestown and Warminster, is launching a bakery and cafe, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch. Alto Bakery & Caffè, which...
Colony of honeybees take over Montgomery County school; 3 classrooms closed
A colony of honeybees has taken over class at North Penn High School in Lansdale."When pressured, they can and will sting. So in a classroom is not the place for honeybees," says beekeeper Craig MacCorkle.Up on the rooftop of a warehouse in Philadelphia's Tacony neighborhood, there's an apiary belonging to Liberty Bell Beekeepers. A spot is waiting for the colony of honeybees that have been buzzing at North Penn High.Three classrooms have been shut off to students as a precaution after school started this week.Thousands of bees entered through a small hole in the school's facade and set up shop."Right...
Long Summer Turns Into 45-Year Legacy for Warminster Restaurant Owner
Giuseppe’s Pizza and Family Restaurant has been serving delicious pizza, chicken dishes, salads, and much more to patrons in Warminster for 45 years. Giuseppe’s Pizza and Family Restaurant has been serving delicious pizza, chicken dishes, salads, and much more to Warminster locals and visitors for 45 years, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia.
Must-Eat Restaurants in New Hope
Nestled along the Delaware River, our charming historic town boasts a vibrant culinary scene. From bustling Main Street cafes to idyllic waterfront restaurants, New Hope's eateries delight with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Here's a taste of the best restaurants the New Hope area has to offer. Nektar Wine Bar. If...
The Doylestown County Theater Hosts Nostalgic “Hollywood Summer Nights” Series
Local theaters such as County Theater in Doylestown are thriving, thanks to last summer’s ‘Barbenheimer’ phenomenon. The County Theater in Doylestown, a community staple for 86 years, brings the magic of movies to the community, writes Nikki DeMentri for CBS News Philadelphia. The historic theater, which has...
Lake Hiawatha Seniors Set for Exciting Casino Trip to Wind Creek
PARSIPPANT– The Lake Hiawatha Seniors are organizing a fun-filled bus trip to Wind Creek Casino in Bethlehem, PA. The trip is scheduled for Wednesday, September 25, with the bus departing at 9:00 a.m. from the parking lot opposite the golf course. The trip costs just $35.00 per person, including...
Discover Handmade Tiles and History at Doylestown’s Moravian Pottery
The Moravian Pottery and Tile Works Museum continues to preserve Bucks County's rich artistic history while inspiring future generations. The Moravian Pottery and Tile Works Museum in Doylestown, continues to preserve Bucks County’s rich artistic history while inspiring future generations, writes Nikki DiMentri for CBS News Philadelphia. Founded by...
Retail Watch: French-style bakery cafe to open in Bethlehem
Just imagine: You’re a single parent of four kids, working from home, and you’re trying stay active in life. What do you do? Well, for Hellertown resident Lan Ma, you open an international bakery cafe chain’s first location in the Lehigh Valley. “I couldn’t even imagine a better location than this one,” Ma said. The chain, Paris Baguette, will open at 30 W. Broad St. in Bethlehem in February, ...
Sub shop could be next on the opening lineup at the newly-revamped Westgate Mall
The long-awaited Jersey Mike’s sub shop is likely just weeks shy of opening at the newly-revamped Westgate Mall in Bethlehem. Work is nearing completion on a newly-constructed strip mall — located to the left of the new Weis supermarket and within Westgate Mall, along Schoenersville Road. That fully-leased redevelopment portion plans to also include Qdoba Mexican Eats; SoFresh; and Tropical Smoothie Cafe.
Eat, Sip, Shop: Mother-daughter duo honors family matriarch at new Bethlehem boutique
BETHLEHEM, Pa. – Locally-inspired merchandise – including clothing, accessories and housewares adorned with “Bethlehem,” “Lehigh Valley” and “610” – shines at a new family-run store in Northampton County. Crewy Woo Boutique, an elevated boutique offering unique gifts, clothing, home goods and...
Class is in Session at North Penn, But So are the Bees
A hive of honeybees infested North Penn High School just before school started for the year. Honeybees have infested North Penn High School in Lansdale, reports Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. On Monday, just two days before the school year was scheduled to begin, faculty discovered an estimated 10,000...
Bucks County Leadership: Zak Berkman, Producing Artistic Director, People’s Light
Zak Berkman, Producing Artistic Director at People’s Light, a professional non-profit theatre company in Malvern, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up in Amherst, Massachusetts. He got his first taste of the theater world from his father, a professor of playwriting and dramatic literature, and was inspired by the intellectual and creative atmosphere of Amherst.
Dining updates debut at Lafayette
Lafayette College unveiled changes at three dining locations earlier this month. Gilbert’s Cafe underwent a complete remodeling and reopened with a full Starbucks menu, pop-up Cinco permanently opened in the space formerly home to Miss Jackson’s Kitchen and Lower Farinon’s options have been shuffled, with some old favorites back on the menu.
The Scarlet Pimpernel Opening at Music Mountain Theatre
Pictured Above: Production photo from The Scarlet Pimpernel Mountain Theatre. Photo Credit: John Posada. (LAMBERTVILLE, NJ) – Friday, August 23rd brought a new mainstage production to Music Mountain Theatre (MMT) in Lambertville, New Jersey for a three-weekend run. The Scarlet Pimpernel, the swashbuckling adventure based on the novel by Baroness Orczy, will be the eleventh mainstage show of MMT’s 2024 season.
Saying goodbye to summer: Find out where to eat, drink and be entertained this Labor Day weekend
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — It went too fast. It was too hot. It rained too much. Yes, it's true, the unofficial end of summer is here. If you have any part of the long weekend open, and you aren't at the beach or lake, there are more than a few chances for all ages to eat, drink and relax at a variety of food and beverage-inspired activities throughout the Lehigh Valley.
Bethlehem documentary explores rise of community arts; public invited to film scenes
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A new documentary will shed light on the rise of arts and music in the city, around the time that the steel industry began to spiral. Behind the development of the film is a group of artists and friends — Doug Roysdon, of the Mock Turtle Marionette Theatre; Dave Fry, of Godfrey Daniels Folk Music Club; Bill George, co-founder of Touchstone Theatre; and his wife Bridget George, of the Bach Choir of Bethlehem and Touchstone Theatre.
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