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Christmas in Coal Country brings Santa aboard historic train

Santa adds a festive touch to the East Broad Top Railroad’s Christmas in Coal Country.
The East Broad Top Railroad’s Christmas in Coal Country offers Bucks County families a festive holiday outing with a historic train ride, visit with Santa, and a glimpse into Pennsylvania’s Coal Country history.
From Thanksgiving dinner to presents under the Christmas tree, the Ivins Outreach Center in Morrisville is bringing holiday cheer to families across Bucks County.

New Hope nonprofit helps breast cancer survivors find support beyond treatment

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.

Pennsylvania school cellphone ban signed into law

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.

Doylestown gets ready to deck the halls for the holidays

A decorated Christmas tree will welcome the holiday season in downtown Doylestown, which will host its 112th annual Tree Lighting Nov. 27, along with a parade, musical performances and free visits with Santa through Dec. 24. The festivities encourage families to enjoy holiday traditions while supporting local businesses.
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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.
From Thanksgiving dinner to presents under the Christmas tree, the Ivins Outreach Center in Morrisville is bringing holiday cheer to families across Bucks County.
The fall season is upon us and with it comes a packed lineup of pumpkin-filled festivals, hayrides, corn mazes, live music and family-friendly fun.
Business Spotlight
Experience the warmth, flavor and ambience at Judd's & Jackson's Restaurant
Spotlight: Spring Mill Country Club
Celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday with your family, and leave the cooking to us! Executive Chef Chris Smolyn’s menu features seasonal favorites: butternut squash soup, mashed potatoes, green bean …
Gabrial Bianco comes directly from France to Newtown Saturday, November 7, as part of the Philadelphia Classical Guitar Society’s concert series at Bucks County Community College.
Spotlight: BCCC
Bucks County Community College proudly presents Bucks Live!, a series of innovative programs that entertain, inspire and enrich Bucks County’s cultural landscape. Take in world-class live music, …
Doreen Aiello and Pat Clayton, both of Warrington, display the Newtown Quilters’ Guild 2026 raffle quilt.
Spotlight: Newtown Quilters Guild
What happens when 75 volunteers take 1,584 pieces of fabric to their sewing machines?  The result is a stunning queen-sized quilt that will become the property of a lucky raffle-winner at the …
Spotlight: Wild Birds Unlimited–Buckingham
Winter brings a special kind of beauty to our backyards—and it also brings new challenges for our feathered friends. When temperatures drop and natural water sources freeze, providing fresh, …
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 …
Entertainment
Inde Navarrette had a star-making performance – and freaked out audiences – as Nikki in the box-office phenomenon 'Obsession.'
10 essential Halloween horror movies you can stream right now
Looking for something scary to watch this Halloween? Explore 10 essential horror movies, from timeless classics to modern favorites, and where to stream them.
Peddler’s Village will host a trunk-or-treat this Friday, Oct. 30.
Fun things to do in Bucks County during Halloween weekend
Looking for some fun and unique things to do in Bucks County this weekend? We have you covered. 
Van Sant Covered Bridge in New Hope was built in 1875 and is considered by many to be haunted.
4 spooky places to visit in New Hope
As the Halloween season gets into full swing, these haunted spots in New Hope are guaranteed to add spirit to any spooky seasonal celebrations. 
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.
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.
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2026 Election

Election 2026: What Philly voters need to know before Tuesday

In this file photo, a person tapes signage during the Pennsylvania primary election in Philadelphia, May 19, 2026.

Philadelphia's 2026 election guide covers the governor's race, congressional and state legislative contests, city ballot questions and how to vote.

2026 ELECTION

Pa. election 2026: What to do if you see ICE at your polling place

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers arrive at Philadelphia International Airport on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

What should Pennsylvania voters do if they encounter ICE at the polls? Learn your rights, how to recognize voter intimidation and where to report incidents.

Why isn’t insurance covering preventive visits in Pennsylvania?

Patients who think they’re getting an annual checkup often end up with an unexpected bill.

Patients should not have to become experts in insurance billing to receive preventive care.

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.

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.

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.

Newtown Oktoberfest brings German flair to fundraiser

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.

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.