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Column: Neighbors November-December 2026

Meet Ray Smecker … AKA Gen. Hugh Mercer
In Bucks County, Christmas Day involves more than attending church services, opening gifts and enjoying a family feast. Since 1953, residents have gathered at Washington Crossing on that day to take part in or watch the reenactment of George Washington and the Colonial Army crossing the Delaware River on the night of December 25, 1776, aiming to...

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Cindy Beaston 

It’s not a stretch to say Cindy Beaston’s favorite movie is Gettysburg. Or that her favorite place to visit is

Art History with Bob Wagner 

Bob Wagner is a part of history. A bell featuring his artwork will be displayed throughout 2026 outside the Ann

A Heart for Bainbridge

Gina Mariani holds the honorary title of “Mayor of Bainbridge,” and while the moniker might have started out as a

Sewing Hope for Girls Worldwide

A decade ago, a friend gave Renita Yahara three boxes of outdated fabric. Looking for a way to put it

Cindy Lam: A Voice for Asian Americans and Pacific

Cindy Lam has a head for business; a heart for service; and a respect for culture, heritage and community. Her

Congratulations!

As we prepare to welcome 2026, we’d like to salute the following businesses, organizations, individuals, towns and churches that are

What’s in The Fridge?

No, I’m not talking about a typical run-of-the-mill refrigerator that’s filled with containers of leftovers or locally sourced bar bites.

Water Polo is Making a Splash

The Manheim Township Recreation and Park Planning (MTRPP) Department recognizes that everyone is unique and has different interests. That’s why

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