John Worthington
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Sellersville attorney pleads guilty to receiving stolen property
Craig Tyler Edwards, 52, was accused of billing a group of real estate companies where he worked for renovations made to his home as well as the home of the former bookkeeper/director of operations. → Read More
Historic breast cancer screening bill unanimously passes PA Senate
The bill eliminates out-of-pocket costs associated with BRCA-related genetic testing and counseling as well as supplemental screenings such as breast MRIs and ultrasounds for high-risk women. → Read More
Perkasie residents raise concerns about road safety
The concerns primarily addressed overhanging trees on Blooming Glen Road and speeding on Walnut Street. → Read More
Bucks County D.A. charges Royersford man with kidnapping, killing co-worker in 2021
Authorities allege that 49-year-old Michael Allen Stark of Royersford kidnapped Branning, his co-worker, at their place of work in Silverdale before forcing him to withdraw $500 from the BB&T b… → Read More
Pennridge school board discusses parental consent for student surveys
The policy would require parental consent for student participation in any third-party survey, while giving parents the opportunity to identify their child’s level of participation in non-third party surveys. → Read More
Guth Elementary School celebrates Dr. Guth’s 90th birthday
PERKASIE — A special celebration was held in the Pennridge School District when Dr. Patricia A. Guth returned to Guth Elementary for her 90th birthday. Guth was greeted by every staff member and st… → Read More
Souderton school board VP urges respectful dialogue at meetings
Vice president Stephen Nelson spoke Thursday condemning outside influences for disrupting meetings. He asked the community to treat one another with love and respect and stressed that the focus mus… → Read More
Franconia to send two officers to funeral of slain Temple police officer
FRANCONIA — The Franconia police department will send two officers to the funeral of slain Temple University police officer Chris Fitzgerald later this week. The announcement was made by Franconia … → Read More
Perkasie Borough Council approves funding for additional security
PERKASIE — The Perkasie Borough Council approved over $30,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for additional security in the borough. The money will fund a new security camera system at … → Read More
Bucks County Community College honors 4 for building on MLK’s dream
NEWTOWN — Perkasie business owner and school activist Adrienne King is one of four Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dream Builders being honored by Bucks County Community College as part of Black History… → Read More
West Rockhill Board of Supervisors discusses industrial warehouse, walking trails
The meeting comes on the heels of a Planning Commission meeting in which Triple Net Investments discussed its proposal for a 363,000-square foot industrial warehouse on Quarry Road. → Read More
Cornflower Jam to perform at Perkasie Patchwork Coffeehouse
PERKASIE — Cornflower Jam is set to perform at the Perkasie Patchwork Coffeehouse on February 25. The female folk band performs both covers and original music and cites its influences as Pete Seege… → Read More
Heartbreak in Lansdale Tavern as Eagles fall short in Super Bowl
LANSDALE — Heartbreak and disappointment filled the air at the Lansdale Tavern Sunday evening as the Philadelphia Eagles fell short of winning the Super Bowl. Jersey-clad fans came out to the taver… → Read More
Kent Krauss appointed to fill Lower Salford supervisor vacancy
LOWER SALFORD — The Lower Salford Township Board of Supervisors has appointed Kent Krauss to fill a vacancy created by the retirement of Supervisor Douglas Gifford. Gifford submitted his resignatio… → Read More
Pennridge High School principal arrested for DUI
PLUMSTEADVILLE — The principal of Pennridge High School was detained by police Saturday night for suspicion of drunk driving, according to police. Stephen Cashman, 50, was driving on Swamp Road sho… → Read More
Telford residents debate library funding in heated council meeting
While the budget was finalized in November, the issue has struck a chord in the community, with a historic crowd turning out for the meeting. → Read More
Malagari hosts Breakfast for Veterans in Souderton
Hosted by State Rep. Steve Malagari, the event also featured information tables from his office, State Senator Maria Collett’s office, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick’s office and others. → Read More
West Rockhill zoning board rejects Derstine cold storage facility
The project attracted fierce opposition from West Rockhill residents, who came out in force at every meeting to raise concerns about truck traffic, road safety, noise, property values and aesthetics. → Read More
Harleysville Hank contradicts Punxsutawney Phil and forecasts an early spring
Loud cheers erupted after Hank “whispered” his prediction in the ear of Steven Hunsberger, Harleysville Order of the Grundsow chairman. → Read More
Fans celebrate Eagles’ win at the Rams Pint House in Perkasie
Jersey-clad patrons were glued to the television screens as the Eagles battled the San Francisco 49ers for a coveted spot in the Super Bowl. → Read More