State/County - Bensalem Township

Bucks Co Human Services to Host Public Forum on CARES Act Funding & Applications

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6 years ago

July 13, 2020

The Bucks County Human Services Division will host two public forums this week – one in person, the other virtually – to discuss the application process and funding priorities under the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.

The discussions are being held to discuss guidelines for applying for these funds, as well as to solicit public comment about projects specific to Bucks County that could benefit from the funding.

An in-person forum will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, in Room 110 of the Bucks County Administration Building, 55 East Court Street in Doylestown. The forum will include a question-and-answer session with leaders from the Human Services Division.

Because seating will be limited at this session by social distancing requirements, you must make a reservation by July 14 by emailing amcrosson@buckscounty.org.

A second public forum will be hosted via Zoom at noon Thursday, July 16. No RSVP is required for this meeting, which also will include a question-and-answer session with Human Services leaders. Detailed Zoom information can be found at the end of this release.

The CARES Act established a Coronavirus Relief Fund that included a $150 billion national appropriation. Federal guidance was released on April 22, and updated on June 24, explaining how CARES Act funds could be used to support state, local and tribal governments.

The Bucks County Human Services Division will be prioritizing funding applications that address a continuum of community needs, including food insecurity, employment, child well-being, mental health, substance use treatment and housing. In the event your organization meets the funding criteria, you may be invited to apply for CARES Act funds. The application form can be viewed here: https://tinyurl.com/y9s7xesq

The two forums are open to community based social service providers and agencies, healthcare entities, educational entities and other relevant agencies and members of the public.

To access the July 16 session on Zoom, please see the following information:

ZOOM INFO:

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Meeting ID: 988 8456 5098

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‘A Tribute to the Tenors’ Salutes More than a Dozen Singers

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11 hours ago

March 7, 2026

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Bucks Live! – the series of cultural events at Bucks County Community College (BCCC) that brings world-renowned entertainment to Newtown – proudly presents “A Tribute to the Tenors” with John D. Smitherman.

Smitherman, one of the original Three American Tenors, showcases his incredible vocal range, commanding stage presence, and heartfelt storytelling. With a voice equally at home in operatic arias and popular classics, Smitherman takes audiences on a musical journey celebrating the greatest tenor voices of all time.

The concert will be in the intimate Zlock Performing Arts Center, located on the BCCC’s main campus at 275 Swamp Rd. The concert takes place at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 13. .The Zlock Lobby Bar serves drinks and snacks starting 90 minutes before curtain and during intermission.

Smitherman pays homage to more than a dozen songsmiths, varying in style, including such iconic artists as Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban, Tom Jones, Mario Lanza, Andy Williams, Luciano Pavarotti, and others. The show features many favorites, including “You Raise Me Up,” “It’s Impossible,” “Magic Moments,” “Time to Say Goodbye,” and many more.

Reserved seating tickets are only $25, and free for BCCC students with current student ID.

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Human Interest - Bensalem Township

Pothole Repair Continues Next Week in Bucks County

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1 day ago

March 6, 2026

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PennDOT announced maintenance crews will be working next week to repair deteriorated pavement on state roadways in Bucks County.

Drivers are advised that periodic daytime lane closures and possible slowdowns will occur next week at the followinn g locations:

Route 413 (Veterans Highway/Durham Road), Bristol and Buckingham townships
Durham Road, Middletown Township
State Road, Bensalem Township
Route 611 (Easton Road), Tinicum Township
Route 663 (John Fries Highway), Quakertown Borough and Milford Township
Almshouse Road, Doylestown and Warwick townships

Other Main Roadways:

I-76
I-95
U.S. 1
Route 63 (Woodhaven Road)

Drivers are reminded to slow down in work zones and refrain from distracted driving to keep themselves and our workers safe.

Since January 1, PennDOT District 6 has received more than 2,900 customer concerns regarding potholes and has used more than 740 tons of asphalt across the five-county Philadelphia region.

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Police Seek Info on Missing Teen Believed to be in Lower Bucks Area

Published

2 days ago

March 5, 2026

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Police from Plumstead Township Police Department with an assist from Tullytown Borough Police are asking for help from the community in attempting to locate a missing 17 year-old .

Ryan Jaatar Age 17 is 5ft 8in Brown eyes and has not been seen since January 3, 2026, police say.

Jaatar was last seen by his father at their residence in Plumstead Township.

Jaatar’s, according to investigators, is believed to be in the Levittown/Bristol/Croydon area.

Anyone with information, please contact Detective Stacie Arnosky at sarnosky@plumstead.gov or 215-766-8741, ext. 120 or Contact the Tullytown Borough Police Department at 215-945-0999. You can also submit a confidential tip at through this link.