Health - Bristol Borough

Habitat for Humanity Breaks Ground on St. Thomas Court in Croydon

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3 years ago

August 15, 2023

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The former site of the St. Thomas Aquinas School is being transformed from a vacant building into three new homes in the Croydon section of Bristol Township.

Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County broke ground last week on the site where three new single family homes will be constructed.

Named St. Thomas Court, the three homes at 130 Walnut St. will provide affordable home ownership options and offer a path to a brighter future for families, and create a direct pathway out of poverty Habitat officials said.

“Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County has blessed our community for decades and has been tireless advocates for affordable housing in our community,” Fitzpatrick said. “Thank you to our community sponsors who supported this project, and to the entire staff of Habitat for Humanity as you all continue your mission of helping to create a better life for our Bucks County families.”

Rev David Fernandes said the project is certainly a “…bittersweet time for the families of St. Thomas Aquinas Parish. It is sweet, in that from this property, three new homes will be raised to serve the greater good, making quality, affordable homes available in our community.”

The Bucks County Redevelopment Authority Blue Rock Construction, Parx Casino, Penn Community Bank, Pulte Group, Woodside Church, and William Penn Bank all have an instrumental hand in transforming the property. The redevelopment effort also received funding through a grant from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Financing Authority.

“At Habitat Bucks, we build more than just high-quality, energy-efficient homes,” said Florence Kawoczka, Habitat Bucks’ executive director. “We are laying foundations that will stand the test of time, ensuring a legacy of secure and stable homes for generations to come. There is, without question, a positive ripple effect upon the entire community.”

Founded in 1990, Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County’s mission is “Building Communities, Empowering Families.”

Since then, it has built or fully renovated 127 homes that are affordable in Bucks County through its Homeownership Program, which provides an opportunity for low and moderate-income families to build strength, stability, and self-reliance by partnering with Habitat.

For further information or to get involved with Habitat Bucks, please visit HabitatBucks.org or contact Volunteer@HabitatBucks.org.

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Health - Bensalem Township

Tackle Spring Break Travel Prep with GIANT Pharmacists

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7 hours ago

March 5, 2026

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After a long winter, many people are now looking ahead to spring break travel. Whether your plans have you headed to the beach or traveling abroad, GIANT and MARTIN’S pharmacists are available as a resource with pre-travel health consultations and over-the-counter product suggestions.

“The same way you may enlist the expertise of a travel agent when booking your vacation, your local GIANT or MARTIN’S pharmacist also has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to ensuring you have the right vaccinations or health essentials ahead of your trip,” said Nick Koch, director of pharmacy and wellbeing, The GIANT Company. “From pre-health travel consultations to offering recommendations for the best sunscreens and first aid basics, don’t overlook the value that our team of pharmacists can bring to your vacation preparations.”

If your spring break plans have you traveling aboard, GIANT and MARTIN’S pharmacists can also get you adventure ready with a pre-travel health consultation approximately as soon as travel dates are confirmed and a minimum of one month before you leave. This includes vaccines, prescription referrals, and over-the-counter medications.

Vaccines^* include but are not limited to yellow fever vaccine (available at select locations), typhoid vaccine and cholera vaccine. Prescription referrals include malaria prevention, traveler’s diarrhea prevention and care, motion sickness prevention and altitude sickness prevention. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit https://giantfoodstores.com/pages/pharmacy-services.

GIANT and MARTIN’S pharmacists advise that any prescription medication should always be packed in one’s carry-on bag, never in checked luggage, and preferably in the original container with the prescription label affixed. Be sure to bring enough for your trip as well as extra should there be any travel delays.

Travelers are also encouraged to pack a small first aid kit for on-the-go use. This should include bandages of various sizes, gauze pads, antibiotic ointment, hydrocortisone cream, tweezers and a thermometer. Be sure to add over the counter pain relievers, antacids, decongestants, hand sanitizers and antibacterial wipes, too. Additional items may be needed based on one’s destination and weather.

Health - Bensalem Township

Still Winter: NWS Issues Tuesday Morning Winter Weather Advisory

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3 days ago

March 2, 2026

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March “comes in as lion” to the Lower Bucks area as the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a winter weather advisory for Tuesday morning forecasting a mixed precipitation event making for possibly slippery road conditions.

The advisory is in effect from 5 a.m. until 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 3.

NWS says total snow accumulations less than one inch and ice accumulations around a light glaze in portions of southeast Pennsylvania and central, northern, and northwest New Jersey.

The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning commute, officials say, and motorists should plan on slippery road conditions. Motorists are reminded to slow down and use caution while traveling.

Health - Bensalem Township

Bucks Issues “Code Blue” Until March 3rd Due to Forecasted Bitter Cold

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4 days ago

March 1, 2026

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Bucks County has issued a “Code Blue” declaration as bitter cold is set to return for the start of March.

Shelters in Upper, Central and Lower Bucks will be in operation nightly Sunday through Tuesday morning.

The following shelters have been activated for this Code Blue event:

Lower Bucks – ahtn.org
(3/1)
Calvary Baptist Church – Gym
250 Green Lane
Bristol, PA 19007
www.calvarybristol.org

(3/2)
Morrisville Presbyterian Church
771 N. Pennsylvania Ave.
Morrisville, PA 19067
www.mpcusa.org

Please note the Lower Bucks shelter location changes Monday evening to Morrisville Presbyterian Church.

Guests are required to leave the shelters by 6:45 a.m. each day and may return in the evening

Upper Bucks – facebook.com/upperbuckscodeblue
Quakertown Masonic Lodge – First Floor
501 W. Broad Street
Quakertown, PA 18951

Central Bucks – co2ssh.org
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
301 N. Main Street
Doylestown, PA 18901
www.doylestownlutheran.org

Guests are required to leave the shelters by 6:45 a.m. each day and may return in the evening.

The Upper and Lower Bucks shelters will open at 8:30 p.m. The Central Bucks shelter opens at 7:30 p.m.

The county issues a “Code Blue” declaration when temperatures are forecast to drop below 20 degrees for two or more consecutive days. A “Code Blue” may be called amid higher temperatures, as consideration is also given to wind chill, precipitation and other circumstances.

Information about “Code Blue” openings is available Monday – Friday through the County’s Housing Link Helpline at 1-800-810-4434.