Local artist Robyn King hosting fundraiser for CRPS

Not many nonprofits can say they’ve secured $20,000 for a cause after a mere week in operation. But The Queen Bees certainly can. Christina Swain, Kelly Kemmerer, Missy Kitzmiller, Helen Irvine and Robin Kemmerer, all experienced Realtors in the Langhorne and Levittown areas, formed the all-female charity organization with two goals in mind: to help community members in need and create a positive network for like-minded women.

Bucks County Community College is celebrating Black History Month with three events in February. The month kicks off with “Lord, Write My Name: From Slavery to Freedom” on Friday, Feb. 3, at 7:30 p.m. at the Zlock Performing Arts Center, located on the Newtown Campus at 275 Swamp Road. Renowned baritone Keith Spencer is joined by Peter Hilliard on piano as they present a musical tapestry interspersed with narratives, poetry and letters penned by enslaved people and iconic Black figures throughout history.

NOVA’s 10th annual NO BULLying Run took place in October to coincide with National Bullying Prevention Month and raised $40,000, it was recently announced. The yearly event raises awareness about the effects and consequences of bullying and funds NOVA’s efforts to combat bullying through both school-based and virtual education programs.

Joey C is performing the romantic sounds of Sinatra at two dinner shows on Valentine’s Day weekend. The first is on Friday, Feb. 10, at The Buck Hotel, 1200 Buck Road, Feasterville. Enjoy dinner, dancing and a show. Doors and dinner are at 6:30 p.m. Cash bar. Tickets are $68 (includes tax and gratuity). Call 215-396-2002.

Hicks Art Center Gallery at Bucks County Community College is presenting a group exhibition of new and historic artworks featuring U.S.- and internationally-based artists. Code Number Safe [Un]Safe is on view through Saturday, March 4. The exhibition features sculpture, painting, drawing, collage, assemblage, photography and video works by: Miriam Carpenter,...

SCORE Bucks County announced that it’s offering four free webinars in February in a continued effort to keep the local business community informed. “How to Gain Customers with a LinkedIn Company Page” takes place Feb. 7. Led by SCORE volunteer Lynne Williams, who serves as executive director of Philadelphia Area Great Careers Group, the session provides insight on the differences between a personal page and a business page. Williams will present live demonstrations with actionable takeaways adaptable to all business formats, from solopreneur, consultant and small business owner. She will discuss: how to create your banner and logo; special features that can be incorporated on the company page; growing your business; gaining authority; building awareness.

Bensalem Township School District announced that children who are turning 5 on or before Aug. 31, 2023 can enroll in a full-day kindergarten program. Kindergarten and first grade (if new to the district) registration for the 2023-24 school year takes place at the Dorothy D. Call Administrative Center, 3000 Donallen Drive, Bensalem, on Monday, Jan. 30, from 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. (first come, first served).

Bensalem Police are investigating a theft/fraud that occurred at the Sunoco, 1432 Street Road, on Dec. 6. It was reported that three unknown males sold the victim a pickup truck by providing a fraudulent paper tag and bill of sale. Those who have any information regarding the identity of these...

The community is invited to join the Bucks County Coroner’s Office at the Unattended Veterans Service at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, 830 Highland Road, Newtown, on Thursday, Jan. 26, at 2 p.m. The Coroner’s Office will be interring three unclaimed veterans:. – Johnnie Jay Jenkins, Coast Guard (Subsistence...

Political campaigns can often get messy as candidates fling insults at the other side. For both parties, it’s simply part of the game. However, when an email and online message from Democrat Ashley Ehasz accused Newtown Athletic Club owner Jim Worthington — a Republican and supporter of her opponent Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick — of organizing a bus trip to the Jan. 6, 2021 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, the area businessman took action.

Bensalem Police are investigating a retail theft that occurred at Kohl’s, located at 2325 Street Road, on Jan. 14. It was reported that an unknown male concealed 10-12 pairs of sneakers, estimated value of $800, into two duffel bags and exited the store without paying. The male was described...

The Estée Lauder Companies recently donated $200,000 to Bucks County Community College, which is located near ELC’s long-held manufacturing and distribution operations in Bristol. This donation, which marks the largest single corporate investment the college has received in its 60-year history, will help advance supply chain education and...

The Lower Bucks County Chamber of Commerce announced that Mary Ann Robinson, CEO and founder, TransAct Merchant Services, is presenting “Making Processing Payments a Breeze” at its next keynote program on Thursday, Feb. 9, at the Capital Health Boardroom, Chamber Office, 409 Hood Blvd. in Fairless Hills. Networking and breakfast is from 8:30 to 9 a.m. and the program is from 9 to 10:15 a.m.

Kindergarten: Mateo Dominguez Henriquez, Nathaniel Leck, Emma Mamalyh, Carmella Voce. First Grade: Lacey Muffett, Anaya Shah, Anastasia Robkid, Emily Allen. Second Grade: Victoria Sauter, Charlotte Stoerrle, Emily Barnhart, Lucas Anderson, Meryem Karagoz. Third Grade: Aysuna Mukhamedjanova, Eduardo Prado Ramos, Dominic Wainberg, Josiah Jerez-Ortiz. Fourth Grade: Lukas McKinney, Caden Zhao, Krisstel...

Juniper Village of Bucks County, 3200 Bensalem Blvd., is partnering with Generations Over Lunch in an effort to promote cross generational dialogue on Monday, Jan. 16, which marks Martin Luther King Day. Working in conjunction with AmeriCorps volunteers and individuals in the community, the vision for this MLK Day of...

New Hope Celebrates announced that Rich Lucarini is joining its executive board as vice president of finance, a role previously held by NHC president Melissa Patterson. He will serve a two-year term. “I am excited to join the New Hope Celebrates board to promote the history, events and culture that...

It was a wildlife spectacular on Broad Street on New Year’s Day when Uptown String Band performed its “Safari So Good” theme during the 2023 installment of the Mummers Parade. Captained by Stephen Caldwell, the Langhorne-based group united aspects from Disney’s The Lion King, The Jungle Book...

With Martin Luther King Day fast approaching, Caring for Friends is seeking volunteers on this day of service and beyond to assist in its mission of feeding and providing friendship to neighbors in need. There are in-person shifts available cooking in the commercial kitchen, 12271 Townsend Road, Philadelphia, and also...

The Bensalem Township Police Department announced that Officer Thomas Martinka, with K-9 Rico, and Officer Dylan Gallagher, with K-9 Max, have successfully graduated their 14-week patrol school at the Philadelphia Police Canine Training Center. Both K-9 teams will undergo a few weeks of in-house training prior to their reassignment with...

Those who need help preparing their federal income tax return can take advantage of free assistance at KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. in Northeast Philadelphia. The program runs from Thursday, Feb. 2 through Tuesday, April 18, and will be available to everyone with incomes of up to $73,000, whether filing single or joint returns.