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Doylestown 'Rain Bomb': 2019 In Review

Take a look back at some of the top news that made headlines in 2019 in Doylestown.

A drone photo taken just south of Doylestown during a storm in July.
A drone photo taken just south of Doylestown during a storm in July. (Ray Leichner)

Here's a look back at some of the top news that made headlines in Doylestown in 2019:

Incredible Photo Captures 'Rain Bomb' Over Doylestown

A viral photo captured what was dubbed a "rain bomb" over Doylestown. MORE

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21-Year-Old In Custody Following Doylestown Shooting, Standoff

A 21-year-old man was charged in connection with a shooting and standoff that prompted a shelter-in-place and required the response of numerous Central Bucks-area police departments in November. MORE

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String Of Suspicious Incidents Prompts Warning From Plumstead PD

In two cases, suspicious people were taking photos of homes, then fled when approached, police said. MORE

Best Of Philly Wine Bar/Restaurant Opening Doylestown Location

A chic Mediterranean restaurant that last year was named the area's best wine bar by Philadelphia Magazine is opening a Doylestown location. MORE

Doylestown Kmart Closes

The retailer was one of many national chains to shutter stores in 2019. MORE.

Community Mourns 2016 CB West Grad, Hockey Standout

The community mourned as a 21-year-old Doylestown native and former Central Bucks West hockey standout died in June. MORE

This Is The Story Behind Doylestown's Spontaneous Hugger

You may already know Edie Weinstein. In fact, you may have already hugged her. Here's the story behind her spontaneous hugging in town. MORE

Rocker Ryan Adams Releases New Song, 'Doylestown Girl'

Ryan Adams released a new song in January titled "Doylestown Girl." It recorded locally at Siren Records. MORE

Doylestown Family Seeks Support After Father's Sudden Passing

Robert Eisenhard, an Army veteran, passed away in January at Doylestown Hospital. He was rushed there after suffering a heart attack, and doctors worked for hours to save his life. MORE

Warrington Baby Left In Car Seat For Hours Dies As Sitter Sits By Pool: DA

Authorities in Bucks County say the babysitter left the infant unattended in her car seat for two hours as she sat by her pool. MORE

Turning Point Opening In Doylestown

Turning Point is on track for a summer 2020 opening in Doylestown. MORE

Sean Kratz Guilty In Bucks Co. Farm Murders

Sean Kratz has been found guilty in connection with three of the murders that happened in Solebury in 2017, a jury decided in Bucks County court. MORE

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