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Scheduled Landscape Spring Services Yet?

Roots Landscape Designers And Gardeners Add New Services And State Every Inspiration, Detail, Planting Matters For Transformational Outdoor Spaces Article by Madeline Marriott | Photography by Adelyn Duchala Roots Landscape Inc., which has transformed outdoor spaces in Bucks County, Philadelphia and the Main Line since 2016, joined the Mariani Premier Group during September 2025. “Frank Mariani [visionary leader within American landscaping companies] is one of the nation’s top green industry...

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Full-Service, Design-Build Firm

Owner of Rittenhouse Home Assures Timeless Designs Always Win Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by Rittenhouse Home Blending function and timeless sophistication: Jennifer Lynn Myers founded Rittenhouse Home, a full-service design, furniture/décor and contracting company that's been upgrading and renovating home interiors for nearly 20 years. She operates two locations: one in Newtown and the other in Brigantine, New Jersey.   Jennifer offers a one-time design fee of...

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Trends In Flooring

Holland Floor Covering Professionals Assist Customers In Getting Both Style And Durability Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided Home flooring 2026 general trends are shifting toward comfort and texture, moving away from cool grays to rich oaks, chestnuts and toffees, often with matte or satin finishes that hide imperfections.  Recently, among customers there's been a push for PVC-free, natural flooring solutions, shares Sarah Alles, Holland Floor Covering retail sales...

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Boost Curb Appeal

Advice Editorial: Ready To Update Your Home's First Impressions For Springtime? Article by Julie Brown Patton Making a few adjustments can yield big impacts to a home's exterior image. Many homeowners start by with paying close attention to details, because even functional items, such as how a mailbox looks, can contribute to nice design-related reactions. Update or replace even small aspects to keep aesthetics in sync.  Eight Tips To Spruce Up Home Exteriors 1. Paint the front door. Go bold...

Arts + Culture

$597K Funding For Bucks County Tourism

Newtown Historic Association Receives Charles H. Martin Grant From Bucks County Tourism Grant Program Article by Megan Connelly | Photography by Courtesy of Newtown Historic Association Bucks County Tourism Grant Program representatives awarded $597,463 in tourism grants to 58 community businesses and organizations. Each year, one grant recipient is recognized with the Charles H. Martin Grant, named in honor of former Bucks County Commissioner Martin’s commitment to starting and supporting the...

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Building Homes, Communities, Hope

Habitat For Humanity Of Bucks County Empowers Families, Changes Lives Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Courtesy of Habitat Bucks Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County was incorporated Dec. 1, 1990, as the 535th affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. This organization's staffers and volunteers sell newly constructed or renovated homes to qualified families and individuals who live or work in Bucks County and meet program qualifications. The group's first groundbreaking...

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Perfect Time To Upgrade Window Treatments

How Local 'Made In The Shade' Specialists Can Transform Space This Spring Article by Madeline Marriott | Photography by Brian Wagner Made In The Shade Bucks County crew members stand ready to help clients upgrade their homes in time for the spring season.   2026 is the year of the exterior, according to Tony Rich, owner of the MITS Bucks County franchise. He expects a continued trend of upgraded outdoor spaces, which accounted for approximately 35% of their installations last summer.  The...

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Love To Ride In Style

Advanced Limousine Services: Dependable, Private, On-Time Transportation Article by Madeline Marriott The team at Advanced Limousine Services lives by a mantra of quality over quantity. “Quality, not size, is the hallmark upon which we built our company and in which we take great pride,” says Stacy Simpson, the company's executive assistant. “We at Advanced Limousine Services develop success by choosing and diligently training certain individuals who possess the special qualities that will...

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San Valentino Recipes To Savor

Ristorante LUCCA's Chef Andrea Esposito Shares Personal Suggestions For At-Home Valentine's Day Meal Article by Julie Brown Patton For VIP experiences during special Valentine's Day meals, head to Ristorante LUCCA & Piano Lounge, nearby at 144 US-130, Bordentown, New Jersey. Guests indicate stepping into the Piano Lounge’s cabaret dining ambiance means leaving the ordinary world behind. When guests aren't at the ristorante, LUCCA executive chef Andrea Esposito, recommends these two recipes to...

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A Community Of Readers

4 Monthly Book Clubs At Newtown Bookshop Article by Madeline Marriott The Newtown Bookshop is home to several book clubs and discussion groups that help members take reading to the next level.  “Book clubs are amazing,” says Bookshop owner Kathy Morrison. “A group of people can read the exact same book, and yet have very different interpretations from it. It's a learning experience each month where community members gather and share in an open environment.” Readers can join solo, or come...