Middletown Grange Fair back in Bucks this week

The Middletown Grange Fair, a Bucks County tradition since 1948, opens Wednesday and runs through the weekend.

Richland cop facing child endangerment charges

John Anastasi and Cliff Lebowitz

Bucks County Detectives have charged a Richland Township police officer with endangering the welfare of his 5-year-old son by leaving him home alone.

Accident victim’s family cries “injustice” over Wrightstown teen driver’s sentence

John Anastasi

Members of Elisabeth Burnett-Martin’s family and her friends submitted victim impact statements asking a Bucks County judge to sentence a Wrightstown teenager to jail for causing the vehicle accident last April that killed her.

LL Flooring store in Fairless Hills to close

Peg Quann

The LL Flooring store in Fairless Hills will close as part of a reorganization of its parent company, LL Flooring Holdings, through Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.

Police: Double homicide under investigation in Buckingham

Freda R. Savana

Three people were found dead Monday morning in a home in the 3900 block of Charter Club Drive in Buckingham Township, authorities said.

Wrightstown to install ‘Knox Boxes’ at wastewater treatment sites

Chris Ruvo

Wrightstown officials have taken steps to make two critical infrastructure buildings in the township more easily accessible to first responders in the event of an emergency.

With Hands that Feed, Central Bucks students help make a difference

Freda R. Savana

Esha Gadi may be just 17, but that didn’t stop her from founding a nonprofit to help feed the homeless. “I’ve always been passionate about cooking and baking,” said the soon-to-be senior.

Morrisville police seek former owner of dogs abandoned in dog park

Peg Quann

The tattered note taped to the sign at the Morrisville Dog Park explained why six dogs were roaming there unattended early Saturday morning.“I rescued them from an old lady who has too many dogs. …

L.A. to Bucks County drug trafficking operation dismantled

Freda R. Savana

A large-scale, “bi-coastal” drug trafficking operation has ended with the arrest of six men, said Bucks County District Attorney Jennifer Schorn during a press conference Wednesday.

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Bucks SPCA takes custody of 100+ farm animals in “cruelty and neglect” case

Insurance fraud allegations roil Haycock Township

Fed up with worsening truck traffic, Tinicum to seek neighboring townships’ help

Dog training leads to lasting relationships

Sourland Conservancy transfers historic property to Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum

Remark about VP Harris prompts calls for school board member’s resignation

Training an Eagle eye on Kulp Park’s history in Perkasie

Bucks County Herald Foundation launches Summer Fundraising Drive

In response to the summer slump of advertising revenue and the rising costs of sustaining its award-winning news operations, the Bucks County Herald Foundation has embarked on its second annual “Summer Fundraising Drive.”

Archbishop Wood star Evans hopes to put “D” in Drexel

Don Leypoldt

By any measure, forward Deja Evans had a remarkably successful first college basketball campaign.

Robert Nagg Memorial Game raises funds for stadium improvement projects New Hope-Solebury

The 12th annual Robert Nagg Memorial Game, held May 11, netted over $6,500 for New Hope-Solebury stadium improvements.

CR Newtown All-Stars shine

Council Rock Newtown’s 9- to 11-year-old All-Stars Team recently finished second at the Pennsylvania State Little League Tournament.

Legion baseball: Quakertown Blue Jays drop Mid-Atlantic tournament opener

New Jersey state champion Brooklawn rallied past Quakertown 5-4 to win the American Legion Mid-Atlantic Regional Tournament opener Wednesday afternoon at Joe Cannon Stadium in Hanover, Maryland.

On the Run: Bucks’ ex-Olympic rower Kaehler pleased to see USA four-man boat end gold medal drought

Wayne Fish

Many watched the other day as a United States crew won its first coxless men’s four gold medal in rowing since 1960, but few can truly appreciate the work it took to end that drought.

Girls tennis preview: Golden Hawks aim for another gold

Don Leypoldt

The Council Rock South Golden Hawks girls tennis team was truly golden last October.

The Bucks County Herald reflects the community it serves

Recipe of the Week: Fill your plate with this summertime staple

Susan Sprague Diamond

Before the recent rains came, we hit a dry spell, just when our local corn crop was developing.

A sweet way to start the month

This past weekend was poppin’ at Charlann Farms in Yardley, where community members came together to celebrate one of the region’s favorite summer crops.

Thoughts from an Epicure: With tomatoes in season, now is the perfect time for a BLT

Lew Larason

The bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich or BLT is another summer meal we enjoy.

Bucks County Eat, Drink and Be Merry Month begins Aug. 15

The second annual Bucks County Eat, Drink and Be Merry Month will begin Aug, 15 and run through Sept. 15.

Pearl S. Buck International enters into cross-cultural museum agreement

In keeping with its founder Pearl S. Buck’s lifelong mission to foster cross-cultural understanding and bridge the cultural gap specifically between the East and the West, Pearl S. Buck International has entered into an agreement with representatives of entities dedicated to furthering U.S. and Chinese cultural exchanges.

C&N donates $20,000 to Central Bucks School District Education Foundation

C&N, a community-oriented financial services institution, has donated $20,000 to Central Bucks School District Education Foundation under the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC).

New Hope resident honored with Penn College alumni award

Easton Main Street Initiative announces leadership transition

Transitioning to a new platform for our online Calendar

Attention Herald Calendar users, we will be transitioning to a new platform for our online Calendar to better serve both the readers and those who submit events. During this transition time, users may experience a service interruption. We expect this interruption to be brief and appreciate your patience as we bring the new service online.

By the Way: Whether it’s Riegelsville or Cottersville, Kate Brandes knows small towns

Kathryn Finegan Clark

Kate Brandes’ creative energy seems boundless. She’s a novelist, watercolorist, printmaker, geologist, environmental scientist, professor, wife, mother and gardener.

Editorials & Guest Opinions

Red light cameras will improve safety

The safety of our pedestrians and the motoring public continues to be one of our most significant concerns in Montgomery Township.

Red light cameras all about profit

Red light cameras are an enforcement-for-profit racket that has nothing to do with highway safety.

Sensible regulations vital for crypto

Kevin Werbach

The time has come for the U.S. to adopt sensible regulations for the cryptocurrency world.

Late changes hurt Pa.’s new PBM bill

Marion Mass

Pennsylvania has a new law regarding Pharmacy Benefit Managers. While a few decent reforms were achieved, the public ought to know that the changes made to the bill the day before the vote substantially weakened the original legislation.

HISTORY LIVES: Amos Stone House to the Mesquito Grille

Letters to the Herald

Check your sources; Beware of pink slime journalism

Independent voters, beware of “Pink Slime” partisan fake news organizations masquerading as legitimate local news. These sites are taking advantage of the closings of local newspapers. (All the more reason to keep the Herald going.)

What are they thinking with LED bridge lighting?

My compliments to the Tinicum Chairperson Eleanor Breslin on her opposing comments about colored lighting proposed for the Frenchtown Bridge (“Tinicum officials: Uhlerstown-Frenchtown Bridge work will slow EMS response,” Aug. 1). A carnival indeed.

Letter didn’t mention author’s LWV connection

A recent Letter to the Editor criticizing the Republican platform (“GOP platform is full of fantasy,” July 18) used a tactic sometimes referred to as a “presumptive close.

Langhorne Players’ “White” production irresponsible

“White” was the most disgusting show I have ever seen at Langhorne Players and my wife and I have been coming for 15 years (“‘White’ the latest Langhorne Players show to tackle a tough topic,” July 18).

Who do you trust?

We are in the midst of the most unusual national election in many of our lifetimes.

Don’t pin power outages on emerald ash borer

On Durham Road north of Durham, on Durham Road farther north, on Route 212 west of Route 611 and on Ballek Road west of Steely Hill, the roadblocks were not the result of hungry ash borers (“Frequent Upper Bucks power outages blamed on emerald ash borer,” July 18).

Falling

Hayden Saunier

I fell in love with a field of rye. It happened this spring for the first time and I am not young. Let me tell you how this field was both a single being and a multitude.

Nickelodeon’s “The SpongeBob Musical” swims into Newtown

Take the plunge with Newtown Arts Company’s production of “The SpongeBob Musical” from Aug. 15-18 at the Zlock Performing Arts Center at Bucks County Community College, 275 Swamp Road, Newtown.

Stover Mill Gallery calls for entries for its 2024 juried exhibition

Overlooking the beautiful Delaware River, the Stover Mill Gallery, is now accepting submissions for the …
Arete Gallery unveils new Jerry Garcia artwork to celebrate “The Days Between”

Join Arete Gallery through Aug. 11 to celebrate the iconic artwork of Grateful Dead founder Jerry Garcia …
Doylestown Arts Festival announces 2024 artist lineup

The organizers of the Doylestown Arts Festival have announced the juried lineup of artists who will …
Legendary musician Tinsley Ellis to perform live in New Hope

World-famous Atlanta-based guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Tinsley Ellis will give a live solo …
Flemington DIY presents an evening of jazz

Flemington DIY, 26 Stangl Road, Flemington, N.J., presents the Thomas Reilly Quartet, featuring …

Overcoming Abstraction

Countryside Gallery & Custom Frame Design hosts it August 2024 Artist Exhibition featuring Bill …
Art of Happenstance

“Art of Happenstance,” an exhibition of representational abstract photographs by Leslie Ross …
Sons of Cream set to rock Sellersville Theater

U.K. band Sons of Cream features bassist Malcolm Bruce and drummer Kofi Baker, sons of two of the …
Pay what you can to see “Grease” at Bucks Playhouse

It’s Rydell High in 1959 and the duck-tailed, hot-rodding “Burger Palace Boys” and the …
Doylestown’s Ceramic Animal releases new singles, music video; announces 5th album

The “Nasty Boys” of modern psychedelia, Ceramic Animal, have just announced the release of two …

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Business

Rago Wright launching Landry Pop Auctions

Rago Wright is “set to revolutionize the collectibles market” with the launch of Landry Pop Auctions (LPA), led by expert and TV star Travis Landry.

How to protect your money in a digital world

In today’s digital age, protecting yourself online is paramount. To help address this growing need, C&N has introduced MoneyArmor.

Fundraisers at Five Guys to benefit dental clinic

Two Dine & Donate events next week will benefit HealthLink Dental Clinic. HealthLink is a free dental clinic serving U.S. military veterans and low-wage earning, uninsured adults residing in Bucks and Montgomery counties.

Residents at The Willows of Living Branches create mural for Souderton Mennonite Homes

Residents at The Willows of Living Branches spent weeks creating a 7-foot tactile mural that will be permanently displayed at Souderton Mennonite Homes’ Memory Care neighborhood.

Area Guide to Homes & Gardens: August 8, 2024

Homes & Gardens

Essential for life, make sure your water is clean, crisp, safe

Melinda Rizzo

According to the National Science Foundation (NSF.org), 91% of Americans used some type of home water filtration system in 2023.

In the Garden with Andrew

Andrew Bunting

Over the last few days I was attending an annual horticultural trade show in Columbus, Ohio. I met up …
These smaller home upgrades pack a positive punch

Melinda Rizzo

The squeaky door frame. The sticky lockset. The slightly frayed and tired looking bath towels.
Poor flowering and fruiting in the vegetable garden

Melinda Myers

Another summer of above-normal temperatures in much of the country may be taking its toll on your …

College bound: Students, make your new nest feel like home

About 19 million students will head to — or back to — colleges and universities across America …
Extend the growing season

If a well-equipped greenhouse is on your wish list, there are plenty of options, sizes, types, …