Wednesday, July 31

Hilltown, NYPD detectives team up to nab alleged forger, thief of company checks

The defendant was charged for incidents that occurred in 2019.

Three-car accident in Warminster ends with cars at rest on railroad tracks

Railroad authorities were alerted to a Tuesday night crash that involved cars on the tracks

Tuesday, July 30

Remains found in Towamencin identified, investigation closed, officials say

Skeletal remains were found in March in Towamencin

Plan to enforce street parking ban has East Rockhill residents talking

Tempers flared at the July 23rd East Rockhill Board of Supervisors meeting.

Police seek ID of suspect who stole hundreds of dollars in merchandise from CVS

The incident occurred at the East County Line Road store.

Roundabout construction to close portion of Old Bethlehem Pike for 2 months

Construction is set to begin in August.

Woman accused of causing more than $14K in damage to roof, cars from fireworks

The defendant resides in Doylestown and faces an August preliminary hearing.

Pa. Gov. Shapiro, Michigan Gov. Whitmer rally for Kamala Harris at Wissahickon High School

Josh Shapiro remains a possible running mate for Harris in the 2024 election

Broadband authority OKs $20M for laptops

The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority voted Thursday to spend $20 million on more than 14,000 laptops to grow internet access …

Monday, July 29

Warminster Food Bank announces leadership changes

Michael Cerino, formerly the director of the food bank, will become the organization’s executive director.

PHOTOS: A sunny Saturday in the Quakertown Borough area

The hot weather brought out the masses to Lake Nockamixon, Quakertown Pool and QuiNBy's Playground.

PHOTOS: Indian Valley Beer Fest outpours community, camaraderie at Saturday fundraiser

The event at Souderton Community Park benefitted the Indian Valley Public Library and Souderton-Telford Rotary Foundation.

PHOTOS: Burpee Open blooms with popularity during iconic seed producer event

The international brand gave a behind-the-scenes look to visitors on Saturday.

Driver rescued from Toyota Tacoma after one-vehicle crash that damaged a utility pole

The incident occurred during rush hour Friday night.

PHOTOS: Galena Brass rocks Concert in the Park Friday night

The band is part of Plumstead's summer concert series in Hanusey Park.

Man charged with DUI after Tesla flies off 202 Parkway, goes airborne and crashes into trees

The driver, from Hatfield Township, suffered minor injuries.

Woman charged with failing to microchip, neuter and register dangerous dog with state

The defendant's German Shepherd named Onyx attacked four people and pets between August 2022 and February 2023.

Perkasie Borough Council advances traffic calming measures on Blooming Glen

Council also continued its discussion of a new special events ordinance and there has been a community garden appraisal.

Saturday, July 27

Federal dollars driving energy policy in Pennsylvania toward solar, hydrogen

Thanks to federal dollars, Pennsylvania is passing new energy bills that require bipartisan compromise. Carbon capture, solar investments, and more …

Friday, July 26

Driver hits three parked cars in Wednesday night crash

The incident occurred on the 100 block of East Walnut Street in Sellersville.

Gary Sinise Foundation grant allows Chalfont Fire to add new equipment

FAST boards, Multi-Use Rescue Straps added to the station's gear

‘Child sexual abuse material’ bill becomes law with Shapiro’s support despite ‘technical defect’

Gov. Josh Shapiro on Saturday said he was allowing a bill to protect children from obscene material including depictions of …

Red Cross, Wawa, and The Wawa Foundation celebrate partnership with record-setting campaign results, volunteer recognition

Event marked annual NACS Foundation "24/7 Day," honoring everyday heroes who work around the clock serving communities.

Turnpike toll booth savings plan won't stop fares from rising

As parts of the eastern side of the state have seen, a $600 million plan will convert the entire length …

Thursday, July 25

Rescue of the Week: Dallas, a 6-month-old Beagle

Home At Last Dog Rescue is excited to introduce Dallas, 6-month-old Beagle, as the featured rescue of the week

One local waterway named on the Best Bass Fishing in Pa. list

Lake Nockamixon may hold the bass you're looking for this season

One Bucks County Wawa may have sold contaminated fuel July 17 and 18

A North Second Street Pike location in Richboro may be to blame

Annual Perseid Meteor Shower begins to illuminate night skies

The annual Perseid meteor shower has begun lighting up the skies and will continue to captivate stargazers through the end …

Why biz groups say tax credits aren’t enough to solve Pa.’s childcare crisis

State lawmakers have passed and expanded tax credits aimed at making childcare affordable. But business groups say more is needed …

Wednesday, July 24

No horsing around with Penn State Extension and Delaware Valley U.'s equestrian workshop

The July 31 event is free, but requires registration.

Man charged for stalking, threatening to kill people via social media, text messaging

The defendant even threatened to harm the victim in front of police, according to reports.

More funding for home repair program left out of state budget despite high demand

Despite high demand, PA’s Whole-Home Repairs program didn’t get additional funding in the latest state budget, leaving thousands of homeowners …

Tuesday, July 23

Buckingham Township Supervisors to vote on preliminary approval for controversial warehouse project Wednesday

A coalition of residents expects hundreds to turn out in protest of the project to be located off Cold Spring …

West Rockhill Supervisors place Holiday House pool debt referendum on November ballot

The move follows the completion of a marketing study, which concluded that the 55-year-old pool, a joint venture of West …

PHOTOS: Military Might at Morgan Log House took a trip back in time

The annual event at the Towamencin Township historic site feaured shootin demonstrations and living historians.

Woman 'manipulated' supermarket staff, walks out with $1,000 of activated gift cards

New Britain Township Police are seeking the identity of a suspect in a theft from Giant.

Monday, July 22

SEPTA announces several weekend regional rail disruptions for infrastructure repairs, beginning July 27

The work will include switch replacements, track and signal enhancements, station upgrades, and brush clearing along key sections of the …

Victim of fatal crash on Dekalb Pike a Furlong resident

A Bucks County man was pronounced dead at the scene

Man charged with kidnapping, stabbing woman, attempted to slit her throat, police say

The defendant is free on 10% of $250,000 cash bail, per court records.

Man charged with racketeering, theft, false ID after attempting to intercept FedEx packages containing iPads

FedEx security told police that their system notified them of a common scam where multiple packages are requested to be …

Pearl S. Buck International to host International Symposium in September

This symposium is open to the public and tickets are on sale now through August 24.

Saturday, July 20

Check out this stunning $2.9 million home for sale in Ocean City, NJ

Recent construction single family home completed 2023 with incredible bay views from almost every room! It’s a unique modern style …

Perkasie opening 'The Spine' at Lenape Park Skate Park July 26 with skate night event, outdoor movie

Last Friday Skate Nights are planned for July through September and are meant to invite and include skaters of all …

Truck leaves roadway, strikes a pole in Warwick Friday

A Friday evening accident involved only one pick-up truck

Friday, July 19

Local artist Sofia Gonzalez-Ortiz to unveil ‘Be The Change’ Mural at T6 Game Link in Silverdale

The event will feature all-day gaming passes, live music, local food vendors and a cornhole tournament.

Thursday, July 18

Horsham man accused of open lewdness in Lenape Park

Woman says the man was touching himself as he stared at her

Wednesday, July 17

Chalfont man killed in Montgomeryville motorcycle crash Tuesday morning

The incident involved three vehicles at the intersection of County Line Road and Limekiln Pike, police said.

Pennridge Regional Police Log: Stolen snowblower, assaulted cop and more

The incidents occurred between July 7 and July 13, police said.

Less than 30 days remain to challenge Parkhouse project in Upper Providence

Royersford Holdings published a legal notice invoking a 30-day window, beginning July 11, for challenges under Section 108 of Pennsylvania's …

PHOTOS: Perkasie pool offers some relief from heat wave

A summer heat wave continued to roast the region Tuesday afternoon.

Tuesday, July 16

Bucks County launches grant program to boost small businesses

The Build Business in Bucks Grant promises to provide up to $3,000 each to 65 local businesses.

Speed board, electronics, solar battery stolen from utility pole in New Britain Township

Police said the incident occurred the prior weekend.

Franklin Alley swale improvements to begin in the coming weeks, Telford council says

The borough is currently awaiting a tentative start date from the contractor.

Monday, July 15

Nina's Waffles & Ice Cream opens sixth location in Chalfont, shares space with Manhattan Bagel

The popular ice cream shop opens at 3 p.m. daily.

Friday, July 12

Accountant awaiting sentencing for theft from Hilltown employer charged with ID theft, credit card forgery

The Horsham defendant pleaded guilty in May to stealing $280,000 from Glacier Industrial Refrigeration.

Sheriff Sean Kilkenny to be sworn in as president of the Pennsylvania Sheriff’s Association

Kilkenny will be taking the helm of one of the commonwealth’s foremost law enforcement advocacy organizations, dedicated to supporting Pennsylvania’s …

Thursday, July 11

Indian Creek Foundation annual Roll Stroll & Run event continues successful growth

ICF has served Bucks and Montgomery County area children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for nearly 50 years.

Wednesday, July 10

Nonprofit sues Lower Providence Township after short-term housing project halted

Legal action taken after township officials ‘suspend consideration of … zoning text amendment’

Tuesday, July 9

Motorized cycle rider injured in Perkasie two-vehicle crash

The accident occurred June 26 and was reported by police July 3.

Wednesday, July 3

Sellersville man charged with DUI in Dekalb Pike vehicle crash in Whitpain Township

Antonio Thrower, 32, has been charged with DUI, hit-and-run, and related offenses in connection with the May 16 crash.

PHOTOS: Hidden gem Perkasie Park celebrates Founder’s Day with open house, tours

The park was founded in 1882 by Perkasie businessmen John Schwartz and Henry G. Moyer to rent to local churches …

Monday, July 1