The "it" borough, bragging rights and pickleball everywhere
Good morning and happy Tuesday. Turns out Bucks is equal parts charming, chaotic and perpetually under construction. And our local businesses are collecting awards like it’s a competitive sport.
Meanwhile, all I did was survive the grocery store gauntlet. Dodging Marty and a rogue sneeze, plus a close call in the parking lot (slow down). And I don’t wanna brag, but still returned my cart 😏
While I won’t brag about me, I do want to brag about us. Let’s go!
Local bragging rights
The Best of Bucks results are trickling in. And Bristol and Doylestown understood the assignment. The local scene isn’t just hanging in there, it’s thriving like sourdough in a warm kitchen. From waterfront hangs at King George Inn to the sacred caffeine rituals at Native Cafe, our small businesses are out here politely bodying the big chains. Check out Bucks Happening’s site to see the full list.
The Jetsons era is loading at Pennsbury High School. They’re breaking ground in the next two weeks on a (eyewateringly expensive) new school project. It’s the biggest local investment in a generation and will include STEM labs, learning stairs and a few thousand kids who’d still rather be in bed. But seriously, it’s about time the campus matched the talent coming out of it. Though we’ll have to wait until 2029 for the full reveal.
Wait, we have a baseball team?
Yes, Bucks County Community College has a baseball team. And yes, they’re good. The Centurions took Williamson apart 8–4 last week like it was a group project they actually cared about. Pitcher Patrick Jung casually tossed a seven-inning, seven-strikeout gem. And Bob Brant and Austin Frank were cranking doubles like it was an open bar. Keep the chaos coming, fellas.
What’s actually happening
Newtown is the new “it” girl and State Street is feeling the love. The buzz is all about Liberty Centre. It’s less “ugh, construction” and more “wait, this is actually cute”. We’re talking a town square, pedestrian bridge and (bless the parking gods) 55 new public spots. It’s all about keeping the borough charm while acknowledging it’s now everyone’s favorite Tuesday night hangout.
Get ready, athletes (and mathletes!). New pickleball and bocce courts are coming to Doylestown as part of a plan to make parks feel less like toddler territory and more like a suburban Wimbledon (with better parking). Whether you’re 14 or 84, it’s time to stretch, hydrate and prepare to take things way too seriously.
I’ll be dusting off my pickleball paddle and pretending this is the year I finally figure out the rules. If you see me out there, feel free to act surprised at my athletic ambition (ignore my actual lack of skill). See you Thursday morning for the weekend goods!
May your coffee be as strong as the Centurions batting lineup,
Cait at From Bucks
P.S. If you play pickleball, respond with your favorite spot!