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“Attempts to erase evidence of our history do not heal the stains of the past – quite the opposite, they make us weak and vulnerable to repeating our failures,” said Bucks County Commissioner Diane M. Ellis-Marseglia.
Controversial MAGA influencer Scott Presler, a "QAnon conspiracy promoter" who previously worked for an "anti-Muslim hate group," is circulating news of the 20-minute planned student event on social media in an attempt to generate outrage.
Kutztown University's Dr. Michael Gambone reviews Paul Starr's "American Contradiction: Revolution and Revenge from the 1950s to Now."
"Just because I’m wearing the flag doesn’t mean I represent everything that’s going on in the U.S.,” said American freestyle skier Hunter Hess. Trump called Hess a “real loser.”
“Hunger exists across every part of Bucks County and is often invisible,” said Elizabeth Zbinden, food program manager at Bucks County Opportunity Council.
Opinion
The real story of America’s diversity, a story that is painful, heroic, and complicated — is certainly worth preserving.
This Black History Month, let’s reflect on the work of this civil rights leader and how he helped shape the Black freedom struggle into something more militant, internationalist, democratic, and explicitly revolutionary.
If you can’t bring yourself to condemn something this overtly racist, where exactly is your line?
Pennsylvania’s statute declares that courts should guard against lawsuits that chill speech on matters of public significance and should dispose of meritless claims early, writes free speech lawyer Garen Meguerian.
How many taxpayer dollars are spent not on classrooms, not on safety, not on students — but on settlements that keep the public in the dark? Or vanity projects?
Education
Controversial MAGA influencer Scott Presler, a "QAnon conspiracy promoter" who previously worked for an "anti-Muslim hate group," is circulating news of the 20-minute planned student event on social media in an attempt to generate outrage.
The state Senate voted to approve a ban Tuesday with bipartisan support. The bill next moves to the House where it is expected to pass.
How many taxpayer dollars are spent not on classrooms, not on safety, not on students — but on settlements that keep the public in the dark? Or vanity projects?
“Mrs. Lynch was a valuable asset to the school district and I don’t know of anybody who could possibly fill her shoes,” said Eric Baranowski, Warminster Township resident and newly appointed school board director.
“We are thrilled, not only for The Beacon, but for the community,” said Bucks County Beacon Chief Revenue Officer Daralyse Lyons.
Elections
The former Bensalem Township council member and chief of staff for state Rep. Tina Davis wants to unseat Republican incumbent K.C. Tomlinson in Bucks County’s House District 18.
Simonelli discusses her work in academia, as a climate policy advisor in the U.S. Senate, and as an organizer with a local Indivisible chapter, and how it all sets her apart from the other candidates.
She announced her bid to unseat Republican incumbent Frank Farry in PA's 6th senatorial district.
The independent report by outside investigators said there was no evidence of intentional wrongdoing.
"Democrats need governing power in order to hold the line against Republicans’ assault on the economy, our health care, and our everyday lives,” said Jessica Mackler, the group's president.
But there’s far too many people not voting and making their voices heard at the ballot box, warns New Pennsylvania Project CEO Kadida Kenner.
Recent Votes:
- H.R. 1531: PROTECT Taiwan Act February 10, 2026Vote: Passed 395/2 Rep. Fitzpatrick [R-PA1]: Yea
- H.R. 6644: Housing for the 21st Century Act February 9, 2026Vote: Passed 390/9 Rep. Fitzpatrick [R-PA1]: Yea
- H.J.Res. 142: Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Temporary Amendment Act of 2025. February 4, 2026Vote: Passed 215/210 Rep. Fitzpatrick [R-PA1]: Yea
- H.R. 4090: Critical Mineral Dominance Act February 4, 2026Vote: Passed 224/195 Rep. Fitzpatrick [R-PA1]: Nay
