Life + Culture

Bridging Community Development

Pedestrian Bridge Project Aims To Accentuate Area's Natural Assets, History, Importance, Resilience While Investing In Local Economic, Lifestyle Planning Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by NCC as only known image of original trolley bridge Bridging the gap: The Newtown Creek Pedestrian Bridge Project includes installing a new bridge across Newtown Creek for pedestrians and bicycles, connecting Frost Lane in Newtown Borough with North Sycamore Street at Durham Road in...

Food + Beverage

Launching New Culinary Options

Santina's Italian Pastry By Nino Opens Sweet Treats In Newtown Article by Madeline Marriott | Photography by Brian Wagner Santina's Italian Pastry by Nino is the newest retailer in the Village at Newtown South. From classic pastries to custom cakes, owner Dana DiLisa is bringing her storied family name and a passion for the art of baking to the people of Newtown and beyond from their bakery at 2112 S. Eagle Road. 267.291.7016 SantinasByNino.com   A Family Affair  ...

Home + Design

Winning Window Treatments

Season’s Biggest Trends From Made In The Shade Bucks County Article by Madeline Marriott | Photography by Provided by Made In The Shade Bucks County From shutters to awnings, Made In The Shade Blinds & More Of Bucks County assistance simplifies choosing idyllic window treatments. Tony Rich, owner of the local branch of Made in the Shade, takes pride in bringing the showroom to customers to find perfect fits for individual homes.  “We want the process to be worry-free,” Tony says. “If you...

Home + Design

Expert Fencing/Forging Iron For 53 Years

Northeast Fence & Ironworks Professionals Deliver Residential And Commercial Projects Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by Northeast Fence & Ironworks Experienced Northeast Fence & Ironworks, Inc. experts who specialize in wrought iron gate design and all types of fence installations await to assist clients. They also offer sandblasting and powder coating services for indoor and outdoor projects. What started as a family-owned company by Raymond "Ray" Longstreath during...

Home Services

Luxury Homes

Jay Spaziano Real Estate: Steadfast, Quality, Full-Range Realty Services Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by Jay Spaziano Real Estate Known for offering a full-service, white-glove touch to buying and selling homes in Bucks County and beyond, the co-founders of Jay Spaziano Real Estate offer 68 years of combined experience, along with additional luxury-corresponding expertise of their team. Washington Crossing-based professionals and dynamic father/daughter duo of Jay...

Professional Services

Turnkey Real Estate Results

Marcolla Realty Professionals Gladly Provide Luxurious Options Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Mike Sperando Photo & Video LLC Navigating complexities of property investment options can be overwhelming. That's why the Newtown-based team at Marcolla Realty streamlines the process of buying and selling homes and properties in a comprehensive, all-in-one service approach. As a boutique brokerage owner, Dave Marcolla says he and his team "take burdens off their clients' shoulders,"...

Home + Design

Designing Outdoor Oases:

Roots Landscape, Inc., Team Plans Every Detail For Clients Article by Madeline Marriott | Photography by Adelyn Duchala After a long winter indoors, the Roots Landscape crew is ready to transform outdoor spaces into perfect springtime sanctuaries.  Owner Daniel Burt and his team look toward this season’s trends. Dan has more than two decades of experience in landscape/design. Before acquiring the Landscape By Terrain in 2016 and transforming it into the Roots Landscape of today, he worked on...

Life + Culture

Valentine's Day Recipes

Consider Serving Special Oysters On The Half Shell And Strawberry Whip Article by Becky Diamond, Author, "The Gilded Age Cookbook" Deliciously briny and juicy, dripping with the salty taste of the sea, oysters have long been a prized delicacy, especially from the Delaware Bay. Throughout the nineteenth century, a lavish meal always featured oysters as a first course, with oysters on the half shell a particular favorite. Often a choice appetizer today, they're a perfect way to kick off a...

Food + Beverage

Secure Romantic, All-Around Authentic Meals

Ristorante LUCCA: Fall In Love With Exceptional Menu Choices, Magical Music And Fine Dining Service Article by Madeline Marriott | Photography by Provided by Ristorante LUCCA & Piano Lounge With gentle piano melodies, decadent dinners, delectable drink options and a goal of VIP treatment, Ristorante LUCCA & Piano Lounge has the makings of romantic Valentine’s Day meals. At the best restaurants, VIP treatment begins long before food lands at the table. According to managing partner William...

Life + Culture

Vonderful Goot 'Dutch Blitz'

This Highly Interactive, Energetic, Family-Friendly Card Game Hails From Bucks County Article and Photography by Julie Brown Patton Looking for fast, competitive entertainment? Test skills, smarts and speed via a worldwide popular card game that originated right in Bucks County.  Named Dutch Blitz, it started as a family-owned-and-operated business, and remains that today. It was created during the 1960s by the late Werner Ernst George Muller, a German immigrant and optometrist living in...