State/County - Bensalem Township

Senate Votes to End Gov’s Emergency Declaration

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5 years ago

June 11, 2021

On Thursday the Pennsylvania Senate voted to end Governor Wolf’s emergency disaster emergency declaration by a 30-20 margin joining the House.

The declaration has been in place for the past 15 months, also surviving challenges in the United States Supreme Court.

Wolf can not sign or veto bill saying on Tuesday at a press conference that he had no issue with Republicans to challenge his authority on emergency declarations.

Wolf lifted mitigation orders last month except those pertaining to mask wearing for those not vaccinated.

Its not clear if the Thursday Senate vote brings an immediate end to the declaration. Last month Pennsylvania voters approved the power of the legislature to regulate the length of emergency orders. Since the results of the May primaries have yet to be officially certified that question remains.

The state Republican party said on its social media platforms Thursday “With Senate action today and House action two days ago, the Governor’s absolute power is finally terminated. Laws are made for a reason and in this case, we actually had to amend the constitution — because for the first time in history we had a governor who had seized and exercised absolute power for more than a year and a half — and he wasn’t giving it up. Thanks to our legislators who drafted the amendments — and all of you for voting “Yes.” No Pennsylvania governor will ever be able to this again.”

On Wednesday the Senate also passed a measure prohibiting “vaccine passports” and limiting the states health secretary’s powers when it comes to fighting contagious diseases.

Wolf has vowed to veto both bills.

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

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9 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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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

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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.