Bensalem, PA|News|
Things To Do In Bucks County This Weekend: August 20-22
Looking for something to do in Bucks County this weekend? Check out this roundup of events happening in our area.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
- Doylestown, PA
Kate Fishman is a Pennsylvania Field Editor with Patch, reporting on local news in Bucks County including Doylestown, Newtown, New Hope, and the nearby NJ town of Lambertville. She has previously written and reported for The Oberlin Review and the New Paltz Times.
You can reach her with any story ideas, tips, feedback, or questions at kate.fishman@patch.com or at (845) 430-5053.
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Bensalem, PA|News|
Bucks Co. Now In 'High' COVID-19 Transmission Category: CDC
With metrics surging, Bucks County has now been upgraded from "substantial" to "high" transmission of the virus.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
Levittown, PA|News|
Levittown Shooting Suspect Killed By Philly Police After Pursuit
Bucks County law enforcement chased the man, who police believe shot someone in a Levittown apartment, from Middletown to Philadelphia.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
Yardley, PA|News|
Yardley Foundation Funds Bensalem Teen's Karate Dream
"Plant a Seed Inspire a Dream" is a Bucks County foundation supporting kids' abilities to try, and excel in, extracurricular activities.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
Yardley, PA|News|
Attempted Murder Charges For Yardley Man In Police Chief Shooting
The DA said the 24-year-old fell asleep during the standoff and lockdown that followed the shooting of a Yardley police chief.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
Yardley, PA|News|
Suspect In Custody After Police Chief Shot In Yardley Standoff
The shelter in place order has been lifted for residents of Yardley Commons after an afternoon in lockdown. Read the details of the day.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
Northampton, PA|News|
Worthington Mill Road To Close In Northampton, Wrightstown
PennDOT announced today that the road will be closed on Wednesday, Aug. 25 and Thursday, Aug. 26. Read the details.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
Bensalem, PA|News|
Immunocompromised Bucks Residents Can Receive 3rd Vaccine Dose
The county had administered 11 Pfizer booster shots as of Monday afternoon. Third-dose Moderna shots are expected next week.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
Warminster, PA|News|
Overnight Construction On Warminster SEPTA Line This Weekend
Residents who live near the Hatboro SEPTA station may hear overnight noise connected to work at the train station this Friday and Saturday.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
Bensalem, PA|News|
Bucks Health Dept. Advises Masking In Schools In Changed Guidance
Concerns over local hospitals' limited ability to treat severe pediatric cases led to the new encouragement to follow CDC recommendations.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
Levittown, PA|News|
New Dunkin' Opens On Bristol Pike: 'Restaurant Of The Future'
The Croydon Dunkin' will host a grand opening on Thursday, complete with a donation to the Bucks County Opportunity Council.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
Levittown, PA|News|
Outdoor Dining Allowed Permanently In Falls Twp., Supervisors Say
The new ordinance will take effect Aug. 21, and will allow preexisting establishments with indoor seating to offer outdoor seating, too.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
Bensalem, PA|News|
Bucks Man With Family In Kabul Reacts To Afghanistan Devastation
"The Afghan people have been left alone by the entire world to the Taliban," he said in a story on local connections to the Kabul takeover.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
New Hope-Lambertville, PA|News|
Proposed Masking In New Hope-Solebury Schools: Board To Review
The superintendent told families that concerns over COVID-19 and the delta variant led to proposed revisions to the health and safety plan.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
Northampton, PA|News|
Bug Flying In Car Caused Accident: Northampton Police Log
A phone charger set fire to a bed, police found a car ablaze in a driveway, and more incidents occurred between Aug. 9 and Aug. 15.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
New Hope-Lambertville, PA|News|
New Hope Woman, 21, Dies From Injuries In New Jersey Crash
The 21-year-old woman was struck while walking in Ocean City on Wednesday night. Authorities said Monday that she had died.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
Warminster, PA|News|
Warminster YMCA Celebrates PA Advocacy Month
The Bucks County YMCA is offering discounts and incentives for new members in August, and got a visit from the 6th district state senator.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
Yardley, PA|News|
Single Lane Restrictions At Scudder Falls As Bridge Span Opens
I-295 drivers can expect some delays and shifting traffic patterns between Tuesday and Wednesday mornings as exit and entry ramps reopen.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
Doylestown|News|
Bucks Co. Clarifies COVID-19 Guidance For Schools: What To Know
Following confusion and rising COVID-19 cases, the Bucks County Department of Health released information clarifying guidance for schools.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
Levittown, PA|News|
Bucks' 1st Reentry-Friendly Job Fair Part Of Coalition Initiative
The county’s Reentry Coalition will be available to offer resources for the formerly incarcerated at Tuesday's PA CareerLink job fair.
Kate Fishman, Patch Staff
