Year In Review: Top Yardley News Of 2020

YARDLEY, PA — When it comes to news in 2020, you can probably guess what the most well read stories of the year were on the Yardley Patch. But, here's the thing — the year's news wasn't all about the coronavirus.

A few of 2020's other top stories had elements that brushed up against the virus and the way it changed all of our lives. Meanwhile, others chronicled different aspects of life in Yardley and the surrounding area.

Whether it was good (the county's first baby of the year and a flyover honoring essential workers) or bad (some troubling criminal charges), these are some of the most-read stories of 2020 on the Yardley Patch site.

Do you have other favorite stories from the past year that we missed here? Let us know in the comments or on social media.

Angry Shopper Coughed On Cashier, Said He Had COVID: Bucks Co. DA
This wasn't a great moment for a man from Lower Makefield. We all had our frustrations with the pandemic, but surely most of the thousands of readers who flocked to this story agreed actions like this aren't the answer.

Blue Angels, Thunderbirds To Fly Over Bucks Co: See Flight Path
The flyovers by the elite squadrons in June were meant to show national unity and be a thank you to first responders, essential workers and others still working to keep people healthy and America running amid the pandemic. They flew over the Yardley area twice.

Yardley Restaurant Owner Indicted On Human Trafficking Charge
The owner of Golden China Restaurant, off of Stony Hill Road, was indicted in federal court on the charges.

2nd Yardley 'Black Lives Matter' Protest Is Friday
Yardley was the scene of multiple peaceful demonstrations in the wake of the killing of George Floyd.

(Bill Johnson/Visit Bucks County)

15 Underground Railroad Sites You Can Visit In Bucks County
Bucks County has no shortage of history and, in advance of Black History Month, lots of readers checked out this look at locations on the Underground Railroad. They include spots in Bensalem, Bristol, Langhorne, Yardley and New Hope.

12 Geese Killed Near Oxford Valley Road
Most of us take extra care when the area's geese are around (even if they cam show up at inconvenient times). But, sadly, somebody appeared to intentionally target these geese in Lower Makefield.

Missing Bucks Co. Teen Spotted In Virginia: Police
Thankfully, the story ended with the boy home safe. But Patch readers were captivated by the tale of a Bucks County 13-year-old who police say took his parents minivan and drove it to Virginia before eventually being found in Louisiana — more than 1,300 miles from home.

Wachspress Quits Democratic Race For Congress
The Pennsbury school board member from Lower Makefield had been considered a front-runner in the Democratic race to challenge U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick — until she withdrew from the race after lawsuits against the board accused her of actions she called "complete and utter distortions."

Take A Virtual Tour Of This $6 Million Bucks Co. Home
Lots of you were interested in a look at this estate property on 35 acres that include a pond, a pool, a waterfall and hiking trails.

PA 1st District Results: Fitzpatrick Wins Reelection
It was the most expensive congressional race in Bucks County history and watched nationally as a potential flip for Democrats. But, in the end, U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, a Republican, fended off a challenge from Democratic Ivyland Borough Council member Christina Finello.

(St. Mary Medical Center)

Meet The First Baby Born In Bucks Co. In 2020
Well, 2020 got off to a nice start, anyway. Lots of Patch readers were interested in meeting the first local baby born this year.