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Prepping for Preps '26-27: Bensalem (Girls)

(Ed. Note: This story is part of CoBL’s “Prepping for Preps” series, which will take a look at many of the top high school programs in the region as part of our 2025-26 season preview coverage. The complete list of schools previewed thus far can be found here.)

Bensalem Township, PA · 1d

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Elkins Park Gets Its Own Empanada Spot as Tilly's Opens on Montgomery Avenue

A storefront that once housed FoodChasers at 7852 Montgomery Avenue in Elkins Park now belongs to Tilly's Empanadas, a handheld-pastry shop that has set up shop with pickup, delivery and catering all on the menu. The eatery occupies the same address that FoodChasers left behind, giving the Elkins Park food scene a new destination for empanadas without leaving the neighborhood.

Elkins Park, PA · 1d

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Good Government Begins With Listening

First, I want to congratulate Justine Levine and Sherry Hook on their election to Hopewell Borough Council. I wish them both success as they take on the important responsibility of representing our community. With just over 20% of the vote as an independent candidate, I am very pleased with the...

Hopewell, NJ · 1d

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Burlington City Voters Approve New Tax to Fund Open Space, History Trust

Burlington City voters have decided to tax themselves to protect their own history and open land. The ballot measure passed, creating a new trust fund dedicated to preserving open space and historic sites across the city. The measure, as reported by The Philadelphia Inquirer, authorizes the Burlington City Council to...

Burlington, NJ · 1d

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Cheltenham Township’s 2027 budget proposal includes an effective tax increase of 5%

The Cheltenham Township Board of Commissioners presented the proposed 2027 Budget and Financial Plan during a meeting on Wednesday, November 4. The proposal includes a 2.1702-mill increase of the property tax rate, from 10.8512 to 13.0214 mills, or approximately 20%. However, because municipalities can no longer collect a separate stormwater fee, the effective tax hike is 5%.

Cheltenham Township, PA · 1d

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Cushman & Wakefield manages full-building lease for nearly 276K-square-foot building in Bordentown

Cushman & Wakefield has arranged a 275,955-square-foot industrial lease at 201 Elizabeth St. in Bordentown. Diversified Rack & Shelving Inc., an East Windsor-based provider of storage and shelving solutions, leased the entire building, located three miles from Exit 7 of the New Jersey Turnpike in Burlington County. Cushman & Wakefield’s...

Bordentown, NJ · 1d

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Bristol's New Two-Level Barcade Loads Up Pinball, Smashburgers and Mac and Cheese

A two-level retro arcade, bar and restaurant called Level Up Arcade+Bar is gearing up to open at 212 Mill St. in Bristol Borough, packing in more than 30 pinball machines and arcade games, a full kitchen, and a menu built around smashburgers and family recipes. Owner Chris Kinsey has been working to combine classic coin-op gaming with food and cocktails under one roof, giving the small Bucks County town a new destination for date nights, birthday parties and family outings alike.

Bristol, PA · 21h

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Meet Yvonne ‘Fergie’ Ferguson: Owner of Fergies Instructional Training, now open at Wyncote Commons

Fergies Instructional Training opened at Wyncote Commons on October 6. Founder and president Yvonne “Fergie” Ferguson is a resident of Mount Airy, a United Kingdom native, and an ACE Certified Fitness Specialist with 25+ years’ experience. She told Glenside Local she found the space through a client’s son, who happens to own the building at 827 Glenside Avenue.

Philadelphia, PA · 15h

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GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: Lansdale Catholic Sweeps Archbishop Ryan; Claims PCL Championship

GWYNEDD VALLEY, PA - The Lansdale Catholic girls volleyball team had it last year. Then they didn’t. In the 2025 Philadelphia Catholic League Championship, the Crusaders had a 22-15 lead in the first two sets against Cardinal O’Hara. They lost them both. “I just remember I’ve never been...

Lansdale, PA · 1d

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Lawrence Township Opens Seat Lottery for Dec. 18 Jolly Trolley Holiday Lights Ride

Lawrence Township families have until 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 23, to enter a lottery for seats on the Jolly Trolley, the Recreation Department's holiday lights ride on Friday, Dec. 18, Patch reported. Seats are not first come, first served. The ride lasts 45 minutes and passes festive lights and decorations...

Lawrence Township, NJ · 22h

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North Penn Squires third grade tackle football advances to ICFL championship

NORTH WALES, PA — The North Penn Squires Youth Football and Cheer Organization is proud to announce that its third-grade tackle football team has advanced to the Inter County Football League (ICFL) Championship Game, continuing an outstanding 2026 season and highlighting the growth and success of the Squires football program.

Lansdale, PA · 1d

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Pennsylvania Bear Hunting: Bensalem Hunter Beats Long Odds With 3 Bears in 4 Years

Pennsylvania bear hunting is a long shot, and fewer than 2% of hunters succeed in a given year. Mark Hanes of Bensalem has done it three times in four years, writes Brian Whipkey for PhillyBurbs. A Veteran of the Northeast Woods. Hanes, 51, hunts public land in Pike and Monroe...

Bensalem Township, PA · 3h

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Howell Living History Farm: A FREE Interactive Farm Experience For The Whole Family

Teaching kids about history doesn’t have to mean spending the day in a museum surrounded by artifacts and long explanations. At Howell Living History Farm in Hopewell Township, near Lambertville, it’s the opposite—the whole family can experience what farm life was like in the late 1800s. What makes Howell special is its calendar, which follows the rhythms of a fully functioning New Jersey farm from 1890 to 1910. The farm feels like a step back in time, and its programs invite you to see how the farm worked, meet friendly farm animals, and let kids pitch in with seasonal jobs like making cider, collecting eggs, and caring for animals. And the best part? It’s all FREE. Keep reading to learn more about visiting Howell Living History Farm. (featured photo credit: NJ MOM)

Howell, NJ · 19h

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Hunterdon, Warren County towns named among 12 friendliest in New Jersey by WorldAtlas

NORTHWEST, N.J. — Four towns in Hunterdon and Warren counties have been named among the 12 friendliest towns in New Jersey by WorldAtlas, which highlighted their historic downtowns, community events, local attractions and welcoming atmosphere. The travel and geography publication included Lambertville, Frenchtown and Flemington in Hunterdon County, along...

Hunterdon County, NJ · 22h

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Delco Christian wins District 1 double, boys and girls teams advance to states

Delco Christian soccer is having a moment. Both their girls and boys teams swept a doubleheader of the PIAA District 1 Class A finals Tuesday night at Upper Dublin High School and the girls followed it up with a lopsided victory over MaST II on Thursday to book their first PIAA state tournament berth since 2010.

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