New skyline, a global debut and flirting trees(?)
The local stories and neighborhood updates that matter most.
A quick heads up before we jump in. We’ll be combining Thursday & Friday into a single Thursday edition moving forward. We’re trying to be part of the “my inbox is insanely cluttered, please help” solution. It’ll still cover the best of both days (local heart, hacks, and the best weekend plans).
Also, From Bucks celebrated its 1 month anniversary yesterday! We’re celebrating 5,320 readers in just thirty days 🤯. You guys are amazing, thank you for letting us be part of your week.
If you’re new here, prepare for some good news and bad jokes. If you’re a regular, well, you know the drill. Let’s get to it.
📰 What You Might Have Missed
Not just a local gem, but a national standout. One of our favorite riverside boroughs just scored two wins in USA Today’s 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards. Ranking No. 5 in the Northeast and No. 7 in the nation, New Hope officially has the trophies to match its second to none arts and scenery. If you’ve never hung out by the river in spring or summer, you’re cheating yourself.
Peace Valley is getting its canopy back. This past Sunday, volunteers teamed up with Bucks Beautiful to plant dozens of native trees, repairing the damage from recent storms. It was a true community effort to keep the park lush and a crash course in botany. (Did you know trees have genders? So I guess consider your allergies a form of flirting?)
Protecting the community and the pantry? Okayyy, we see you. Huge shout out to the Warminster Police Benevolent Association, which donated nearly $2K to the local food bank this weekend. It’s a major boost that will go directly toward stocking the shelves for families in need.
⚾ Local Sports
The Archbishop Wood Vikings had a split weekend. Last Thursday, they secured a solid 4-1 win over Devon Prep. But they hit a snag on Saturday, losing a high scoring battle against Upper Moreland with a final score of 18-7. The highs and lows of baseball life come at you faster than a 90mph pitch.
And for those looking to get active, the Pennsbury Regional Basketball League is launching a new season of its Adult Pick-Up League. This offers a flexible and organized way for local players to get back on the court this spring. Teams are selected right in the gym each week. And every session includes paid referees and reversible jerseys, giving the games a league-quality feel. Perfect way to feel like a pro for 40 minutes before heading home to spend three hours on a heating pad. Visit https://www.prblonline.com/
🤝 Community
International sensation Fiona brings her interpretive, improvisational fluid art to the Playhouse Barn for her first ever in-person exhibit. Titled “FLUIDITY,” this showcase runs April 16–18 (4–9 PM daily). Don't miss the chance to see why she chose New Hope for her global debut (she must have read USA Today’s reader rankings).
A new skyline for the Industrial Commons? Big changes are on the table for the corner of Newtown-Yardley Road and Penn Street. A proposal aims to swap industrial sites for 308 modern apartments across two four-story buildings. And yes, I know your first thought, more people?? Traffic is already a nightmare. And it will continue to be. But the proposal includes parking garages, so at least you’ll have a nice place to sit while you wait 20 minutes to turn left onto Penn Street.
So here’s a new one for you: “Adopt a Drain”. Starting this week, the Bristol Borough Council is highlighting a new seasonal initiative for stormwater management (look, if I see a yellow raincoat or red balloon, I’m out). So they’re asking for volunteers to help keep neighborhood streets clear during spring showers. It’s a great way for residents to take ownership of their block.
Have a great day! I’ll be here figuring out how the heck I can keep my street drain clean, make it to every softball game and explain to my family why I made a joke about trees flirting with us. See you Thursday.
With love,
Cait at From Bucks
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