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New Hope nonprofit helps breast cancer survivors find support beyond treatment

Revive2Thrive co-founders Stacey Morrin (front row, third from left) and Anita Murray (front row, far right) join volunteers in assembling care packages for women undergoing breast cancer treatment as part of the New Hope-based nonprofit’s efforts to support breast cancer survivors.
New Hope-based Revive2Thrive helps breast cancer survivors build connections and find joy beyond diagnosis and treatment through wellness activities, creative workshops, retreats and social events.
Gov. Josh Shapiro signs Senate Bill 1014 into law at Lenape Middle School in Doylestown, Bucks County on Monday, Oct. 26, 2026.
Gov. Josh Shapiro has signed Pennsylvania's school cellphone ban into law. Here's what students and parents need to know before the 2027-28 school year.
An employee at Requip’d holds finished BBQ sets that he wrapped for Trumark.

ABLE Force Employment helps adults with disabilities find meaningful work

ABLE Force Employment is creating jobs that allow adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to learn new skills, earn a paycheck and be part of a workforce.

Learn how to extend your garden’s growing season

Trevose Horticultural Society will feature 'Season Extenders and Crop Protection' with Russ Hartman during its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 20 in Bensalem.

Langhorne Legion to host 11th annual Veterans 5K

The Jesse W. Soby American Legion Post 148 in Langhorne will sponsor its 11th annual 5K Veteran’s Run/Fun Walk on Saturday, Nov. 7, beginning at 9 a.m.
Newtown Mayor Tara Grunde-McGlaughlin and her husband, Ed Grunde-McGlaughlin, attend the ninth annual Oktoberfest fundraiser.

Newtown Oktoberfest brings German flair to fundraiser

Newtown Borough hosted its annual German-style Oktoberfest fundraiser Oct. 3, benefiting A Love for Life, a Newtown-based nonprofit that supports pancreatic cancer research.
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As November approaches, as your representatives in the state legislature, we want to remind you that every vote counts.  If you are not already registered to vote, the deadline to do so is …
ABLE Force Employment is creating jobs that allow adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to learn new skills, earn a paycheck and be part of a workforce.
As the long-awaited football season officially kicks off, Bucks and Montgomery counties have a great mix of sports bars, taverns, and local pubs to watch a game.
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Spotlight: Senior Care Authority
Deciding whether an older adult should move to a senior living community can feel overwhelming. Families often wait until a fall, hospitalization or caregiver crisis forces a quick decision. A better …
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Spotlight: Freitag Family Insurance Agency
By now, if you’re enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan, you should have received your A nnual Notice of Change, commonly called the ANOC. This is one piece of Medicare mail you do not want to …
Spotlight: Excel Auto Tags
Dealing with vehicle paperwork shouldn't feel like a full-time job. At Excel Auto Tags, we believe getting your title transferred, your registration renewed or your insurance sorted should be quick, …
Spotlight: Rosenello's Windows, Siding and Roofing
As winter approaches, most homeowners are thinking about heating systems, gutters and getting their homes ready for colder weather. One important area that can easily be overlooked is the roof. …
Oak wilt can fatally damage oak trees. Look for common symptoms.
Spotlight: Joe McIlvaine Tree & Lawn
Oak wilt, a fatal fungal disease of native and non-native oaks, is the most serious threat to oak trees in North America. It is spreading throughout the country. All types of oaks, even hickory …
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On Sunday, Oct. 25, Pennsbury Manor in Bucks County will open its grounds for Tricks & Treats.
Fun things to do in Bucks County this weekend
Looking for some fun and unique things to do in Bucks County this weekend? We have you covered. 
Historian Greg Caggiano is no stranger to New Jersey cemeteries.
Haunted History: Exploring Central New Jersey’s historic graveyards and the remarkable people buried there
Historian Greg Caggiano's 'Haunted History' joins the Lower Makefield Historical Society on Sunday, Nov. 1, for a free presentation exploring Central New Jersey's historic graveyards, myths, and notable figures.
Northampton Township library announces fall lineup
The Free Library of Northampton Township is filling its fall calendar with programs covering everything from estate planning and local history to technology, genealogy and science.
Thousands of paranormal enthusiasts visit Eastern State Penitentiary each year.
Pennsylvania’s haunted road trip: 20 spooky places to visit
Pennsylvania is home to some of America's most haunted destinations — from historic hotels, eerie landmarks, prisons, filming locations, and more — that are perfect for a spooky road trip.
Bucks County filmmakers’ new TV series serves up hope, family and farm life
Creative producer and screenwriter Sam Goldberg's new TV series, 'Perfect Sundays' is a story about hope, grief and the people working to keep America’s farms alive.
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2026 Election

Pennsylvania mail-in ballot application deadline is Tuesday

A mail-in ballot, during the Pennsylvania primary election, is displayed in this illustration picture taken in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S., May 19, 2026.  REUTERS/Hannah Beier/Illustration

Pennsylvania voters have until Oct. 27 to request a mail-in ballot for the 2026 election. Here's how to apply in Philadelphia and when ballots must be returned.

Pennsylvania measles cases reach 1,286 across 42 counties; 5 deaths reported

Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen discusses the state’s strategy to protect Pennsylvanians from the highly-contagious measles virus.

Pennsylvania has confirmed 1,286 measles cases across 42 counties so far in 2026, including 247 hospitalizations and five deaths, according to the latest data from the state Department of Health.

Bosco’s Fund launched to help local families afford veterinary care

Bosco’s Fund is a new program providing preventative veterinary care to qualifying low-income families in Bucks County.

Pumpkin Patch Express offers fall fun for the whole family

The East Broad Top Railroad’s Pumpkin Patch Express takes passengers on a scenic fall ride aboard a historic steam locomotive to Colgate Grove, where families can pick pumpkins, play games and enjoy Halloween fun.

The East Broad Top Railroad’s Pumpkin Patch Express offers historic steam train rides through the fall landscape, followed by a visit to a pumpkin patch with activities for all ages.

Pennsylvania vape, e-cigarette restrictions set to take effect this month

Beginning Oct. 19, any e-cigarettes that are not listen on a state database are subject to seizure.

Pennsylvania will begin enforcing stricter vape and e-cigarette regulations Oct. 19, limiting which products can legally be sold across the state.

Bucks County Community College’s ‘Show of Shows’ returns to Perkasie

“Burgundy Birches,” a 2026 watercolor on Yupo synthetic paper created by Perkasie’s Catherine Gleicher, is among the works on display at the fourth annual “Show of Shows” at Bucks County Community College’s Upper Bucks Campus.

Bucks County Community College’s Fickes Art Gallery will showcase the work of local artists this fall with its fourth annual “Show of Shows” exhibition.

Pennsylvania Democrats propose universal healthcare system as insurance costs rise

State Sen. Nikil Saval, pictured in a 2025 file photo, is sponsoring a bill that would create a single-payer health care system in Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania Democrats are proposing a state-run universal healthcare system as insurance costs rise and thousands face losing coverage.

Pirates, pajamas and community take over Lower Moreland movie night

From left, Vanessa Nelson, head of youth services at the Huntingdon Valley Library; Denise Kuritz, president of the Lower Moreland Township Board of Commissioners; and Beth Bilus, Youth Services Associate at the library, stand in front of the movie screen at Lower Moreland’s outdoor movie night, with Nelson and Bilus dressed in pirate costumes for the pirate theme.

Families gathered on the lawn outside the Huntingdon Valley Library for an evening of entertainment, snacks and community spirit as Lower Moreland Township sponsored its annual outdoor movie night in collaboration with the Huntingdon Valley Library.

Pennsylvania skill games face deadline as lawmakers weigh next steps

Bipartisan proposals in the Pennsylvania House and Senate would license skill games and charge operators fees while limiting most establishments to five machines.

Pennsylvania lawmakers returned to Harrisburg after a 10-week recess with little time to determine the future of the state’s skill games.