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Historic Fallsington Day celebrates Bucks County’s past

Members of the Washington Crossing Fifes and Drums perform period music during Historic Fallsington Day on Oct. 10, bringing 18th-century military traditions to life for thousands of visitors attending the annual celebration.
Thousands of visitors gathered for Historic Fallsington Day, a tradition spanning more than seven decades that combines local history, live entertainment, food and handmade crafts with opportunities to explore the historic village.
A Love for Life founder Christine Edmonds, holding an accordion, celebrates with family and friends, including Dr. Benjamin Stanger of the University of Pennsylvania’s Abramson Cancer Center and his wife, Elsa, to her right, during the ninth annual Oktoberfest fundraiser Oct. 3 in Newtown Borough, which raises money for pancreatic cancer research.
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.

Pennsbury celebrates athletic excellence during Hall of Fame induction

From championship-winning athletes to longtime coaches who helped shape Pennsbury’s sports programs, 12 new members have joined the Pennsbury High School Athletic Hall of Fame.

Early American songs take center stage in Wrightstown

Musicians and reenactors will perform early 19th-century music during an open house event at Wrightstown’s historic Octagonal School on Sunday, Oct. 18, featuring a celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary.

Discover your roots at Family History Month Meet & Greet

In celebration of Family History Month, Bucks County Community College is hosting a free Family History Meet & Greet event on Thursday, Oct. 15, at its Newtown Campus.
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.

Pumpkin Patch Express offers fall fun for the whole family

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.
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As the new year and the cold weather sets in, one great way to beat the winter doldrums is to catch “Acoustic Spiral” for memorable acoustic versions of many hits at your favorite local pub or …
From championship-winning athletes to longtime coaches who helped shape Pennsbury’s sports programs, 12 new members have joined the Pennsbury High School Athletic Hall of Fame.
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.
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Spotlight: FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers
You had your last visit. You’re steadier, stronger, more confident. The work paid off. However, that progress has a shelf life. In one study of 556 older adults discharged from physical …
Spotlight: Gerhard’s Appliance
For more than 80 years, Gerhard’s Appliances has been part of the Greater Philadelphia community. While the appliances and technology have changed considerably since the family business opened in …
Spotlight: J. Allen Hooper Funeral Chapel
Allen Hooper Funeral Chapel has long served families in Bucks County and the surrounding communities with compassion, dignity and personal care during some of life’s most difficult moments. A …
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It started with an ordinary morning walk. A woman from Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania noticed an old wooden box sitting at the curb waiting for the trash. Drawn to its vintage charm, she carried …
Spotlight: Sir Grout
Fall is here, and with the holidays right around the corner, many Bucks County homeowners are turning their attention indoors. If your kitchen or bathroom is looking tired or dated, you may not need …
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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. 
ActorsNET performers appear in a recent production of “Blithe Spirit” as the Morrisville theater company prepares to celebrate its 30th anniversary season.
ActorsNET celebrates 30 years with season of greatest hits
ActorsNET is celebrating its 30th season in Morrisville with “You Can’t Take It With You” opening the season, while honoring the theater’s history, founders and volunteers and looking ahead to its next chapter.
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.
More than 150 handmade scarecrows are on display throughout Peddler’s Village during the annual Scarecrows in the Village display.
Creativity takes root in scarecrows at Peddler’s Village 
The annual Scarecrows in the Village display, celebrating it 47th year at Peddler's Village, has become one of the sure signs that fall has arrived in Bucks County.
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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.

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.

PrimoHoagies owner marks 10 years in Langhorne

Pat Micciulla stands with his wife, Liz, and their children, Michael and Dominick, outside PrimoHoagies in Langhorne, where he is celebrating 10 years of ownership with an anniversary celebration Oct. 10.

Pat Micciulla is celebrating 10 years of owning the PrimoHoagies in Langhorne, the same location where he began working as a high school student and purchased at age 22, with an anniversary celebration Oct. 10 from 10 a.m. to noon.

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.

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.

Abington Lines Model Railroad Club celebrates 40th anniversary with open house

The Abington Lines Model Railroad Club is celebrating its 40th anniversary with a series of open houses inviting visitors to step into a miniature world of trains.

What Pennsylvania mail voters need to know before November

Pennsylvania mail-in ballot instructions are shown on this insert that is included in mail ballots sent to voters who requested one.

Pennsylvanians have until Monday, Oct. 19, to register to vote in the November election. You can check your registration status at the Department of State’s website.

15 years sober, Warrington mom helps others find recovery

Warrington resident Kristy Naughton is celebrating 15 years of sobriety with her children during September’s National Recovery Month.

After years of addiction, homelessness and losing custody of her three children, Warrington’s Kristy Naughton is celebrating 15 years of sobriety during September’s National Recovery Month.

After cancer battle, Langhorne teen throws Phillies first pitch

Kyle Lautenbacher, 18, of Langhorne, who recently completed treatment for leukemia, threw the ceremonial first pitch on Aug. 22 at a Philadelphia Phillies game.

Kyle Lautenbacher, 18, of Langhorne, who recently completed treatment for leukemia, threw the ceremonial first pitch during Bringing Hope Home's annual Hope Family Reunion at Citizens Bank Park.