News
David Attenborough’s ‘Ocean’ Is a Brutal, Beautiful Wakeup Call from the Sea
The film is both a sweeping celebration of marine life and a stark exposé of the forces pushing the ocean toward collapse.
AP
June 7, 2025
Culture
News
‘Concerts at The Commons’ Kicks Off in Doylestown Borough
“We’re thrilled to partner with Stage United to bring these performances to the Borough,” said Caitlin Hernandez, director of Parks & Recreation in the Doylestown Borough.
Aidan Tyksinski
May 1, 2025
News
The End of the Vietnam War Was Also a Turning Point for Protest Songs
The departure in 1975 of the last Americans from Vietnam didn’t only end a tragic chapter in the history of the two countries. It helped mark the end of a singular era of protest music.
AP
April 26, 2025
News
Book Review | Ministry of Truth: Democracy, Reality, and the Republicans’ War on the Recent Past
Steve Benen’s “Ministry of Truth” illustrates a consistent pattern of success when Republicans rewrite history to reflect “their preferred narrative.” But their success is democracy’s loss.
Dr. Michael D. Gambone
April 12, 2025
Opinion
Observing Ramadan in Bucks County: A Journey of Faith, Community, and Adaptation
By fostering understanding and inclusivity, we can create a Bucks County where Muslim children feel seen, fasting employees feel supported, and the beauty of Ramadan is embraced by the wider community.
Olcay Ayata
March 24, 2025
Opinion
Raising My Children in Bucks County Between Two Identities and Cultures
Ensuring our children embraced both their American and Turkish heritage wasn’t always easy, but it was worth it, writes Olcay Ayata.
Olcay Ayata
February 24, 2025
News
‘This Book Won’t Burn’ Celebrates Student Resistance in This New Era of Book Banning
Samira Ahmed’s latest novel could, sadly, be telling the story of any number of school districts in Bucks County and across the country.
Lauren Bradley
February 7, 2025
News
Dirty Dollhouse’s Chelsea Mitchell and Greg Sover Provides a ‘Night of Song’ to a Sold-Out Show at The TileWorks
Joe Montone of Stage United hosted a Q&A with each artist before their respective sets at the intimate event.
David Iskra
January 26, 2025
News
Indian Valley Public Library Launches Celtic Cultural Club
Ashley Paskill, a Telford resident and patron of Indian Valley Public Library, started the club because of her love of Celtic culture.
Caroline Craig
January 25, 2025
ACLU Sues Bucks County Sheriff Fred Harran over ‘Illegal’ 287(g) ICE Partnership; Asks Court to Issue an Injunction
June 6, 2025
“Sheriff Harran has blatantly overstepped his authority by enrolling Bucks County in a 287(g) agreement, a reckless decision that weaponizes local law enforcement to carry out ICE’s harmful agenda. This policy isn’t about safety—it’s about intimidation,” said Karen Rodriguez, member of Make the Road Pennsylvania and a Bucks County resident.
Cyber Charter School Reform Bill Passes Pennsylvania House, Would Save School Districts Hundreds of Millions of Dollars
June 5, 2025
Supporters said changes to the cyber charter rules are widely backed among the state’s 500 school boards and that cyber school spending has been the subject of critical reviews, including recently by Republican Auditor General Tim DeFoor.
Doylestown Resident’s Future Uncertain Due to Proposed Medicaid Cuts Supported by Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick
June 4, 2025
“People will die,” warns Melissa Rinker, who has over 20 chronic illnesses and relies 100 percent on Medicaid for medication and monthly doctor’s visits.
Trump Administration Revokes Guidance Requiring Hospitals to Provide ‘Life-saving’ Emergency Abortions
June 3, 2025
“The Trump Administration would rather women die in emergency rooms than receive life-saving abortions,” said Nancy Northup, president and CEO of the Center for Reproductive Rights.
Democratic State Lawmakers Want to Mandate K-12 Media Literacy in Pennsylvania to Combat the Rise of Online Misinformation
June 3, 2025
“This bill would provide Pennsylvania students with the necessary critical thinking skills and knowledge to evaluate the accuracy of news stories for themselves,” said state Sen. Katie Muth.
