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Pennsylvania school cellphone ban signed into law

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.
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 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.

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.
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Cops ‘n’ Kids Delaware Valley, a local nonprofit organization that provides free books to children, presented the Lower Makefield Township Police Department with a certificate of …
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.
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.
Business Spotlight
Spotlight: We Buy Any House Fast
Selling a home can feel overwhelming, especially when the property needs repairs, updates, cleaning or a complete makeover. At We Buy Any House Fast, we understand that homeowners may not have the …
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 …
Spotlight: Stony Hill Kitchen
For Stony Hill Kitchen owner Todd Zubris, opening a café in Yardley was a chance to come home. Todd grew up in Holland, attended Council Rock, and when the opportunity came along to open a …
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure!
Spotlight: Tailor Made Film & Video Transfers
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. 
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.
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.
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Regional News Roundup

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.

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.

Old Barracks Museum plans fall, winter events

The Old Barracks Museum has announced a lineup of events for the fall and winter season. From living history to author lectures, there is something for everyone.

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.