Friday, December 28, 2012
Here are five things to know today.
1. Get news delivered to your inbox with Northampton Patch's newsletter. 2. Here are a few suggestions for New Year's Eve plans if you're still looking for things to do. 3. Is your favorite restaurant clean? Find out by reviewing recent health department inspection reports. 4. Enjoy live music at Dom's Lounge at 6 p.m. 5. Weather: Today will be mostly sunny with a high near 38 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. There's a 30 percent chance of snow, with less than a half inch of accumulation expected.
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Here are five things to know today.
1. Christmas and Hannukah may be over, but the Holiday Light Show at Shady Brook Farm continues for a few days more. 2. Here's a list of area businesses that are hiring. 3. An electronics recycling event will be held at all Council Rock schools and the Chancellor Center from Jan. 7 through March 8. The event is sponsored by Council Rock Education Foundation and The CR Green Team. 4. There's a Gingerbread Treasure Hunt at the Bensalem Library today. 5. Weather: It's going to be rainy again tomorrow, mainly before 1 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. The high will be near 42 degrees and drop to a low around 26 degrees in the evening.
Friday, December 21, 2012
Here are five things to know today.
1. Today is the last day of school for Council Rock students before Winter Break begins. Classes will start back up on Jan. 2, 2013. 2. If you need some holiday-related activities to do this weekend, there's a lot of options. 3. A 5K race is being organized in memory of Benjamin Wheeler, the son of a Council Rock graduate who died in last week's shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary. 4. FYI: If you plan on getting alcohol for your Christmas and New Year's celebrations, get it early as all liquor stores in Pennsylvania will be shuttered by 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve and 8 p.m. on New Years’ Eve. 5. Weather: There's an 80 percent chance of showers before 10 a.m., with a high near 50 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. The evening …
Thursday, December 20, 2012
Here are five things you need to know.
1. Book bunch book group for grades 3-5 will meet tonight at the library. Participants will be discussing "The Secret Science Alliance." 2. Help a Bucks County resident create a local tribute for the victims of the Sandy Hook shooting. 3. Have you checked out the holiday light show at Shady Brook Farm yet? Well what are you waiting for? The Holiday Light Show starts at dusk and runs until 10 p.m. 4. As you're clearing out room to prepare for all the Christmas gifts you will receive soon, consider donating clothes, electronics and more to local thrift stores and charitable organizations. 5. Weather: Today will be cloudy with a high near 47 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. There's a 30 percent chance of showers after 5 p.…
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Here are five things to know today.
1. Welcome home Marine L. Cpl, Ed Cotton, III at tonight's flag presentation at the township building. It starts at 7 p.m. 2. Council Rock's Choir & Orchestra will perform for free tonight tonight at CR South. The Winter Concert starts at 7 p.m. in the school's auditorium. 3. If you're trying to get rid of clothes, jackets, toys and electronics before receiving more this holiday season, here are some options to donate. 4. The holidays can get expensive. Here are some tips to enjoy the holidays on a budget. 5. Weather: Today is going to be sunny with a high near 50 degrees. The evening will be party cloudy, according to the National Weather Service, and the temperature may drop to a low around 32 degrees.
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Here are five things to know today.
1. A fundraiser will be held at McDonald's in Richboro to benefit the Smithwick Family Fund. Cameron Smithwick, a 19-year-old former Council Rock North student, died last week in a car accident in Northampton Township. 2. Check out photos of a recent Santa sighting. 3. Have you finished all of your holiday shopping or have you yet to start? Vote in our poll to let us know how prepared you are for the holidays. 4. December 21 is the winter solstice. Supposedly, it is also the date of the end of the world, according to ancient Mayan calendar predictions. So what do you think, will the world end on Friday? 5. Weather: There's a 40 percent chance of showers today, according to the National Weather Service. There will be areas of dense fog …
Friday, December 14, 2012
Here are five things you need to know today.
1. Tomorrow is the last day to put out yard waste, according to an announcement from the township. After tomorrow, yard waste will be collected with your household trash, until April 1. 2. What's Your Favorite Holiday Song? Vote in our poll or tell us your fave in the comments. 3. Here is some gift advice, if you still need to do some shopping. 4. From 12 to 5 p.m., support community arts at the AOY Small Works Show in Yardley. 5. Northampton Township wants to know your thoughts for the future of Holland. Take a survey to help out.
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Here are five things to know today.
1. Here are a few tips to take better pics of Christmas lights. 2. Perhaps this recipe for Garlic Mustard Pesto will spice up your holiday get-together. 3. Here are a few Christmas-tree care tips. And if you have a tip of your own, share it in the comments. 4. You still may be able to participate in the Angel Tree Project. Gifts purchased as part of the project are due Dec. 15. 5. The next time you log on to Facebook, be sure to "like" Northampton Patch for local updates in your news stream.
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Here are five things to know today.
1. Book and Bedtime with Mrs. Claus will happen tonight at the library. Pre-registration was required. 2. The Board of Supervisor will meet tonight. Check back to the site tomorrow for the story. 3. Do you have a favorite holiday ornament? Sorting ornaments sparks the Christmas spirit for Northampton Patch's editor. 4. Today is the last day of Hanukkah, but it's not too late to cook up a few Jewish delights, like sweet potato latkes. 5. Here are some dog-friendly tips to make this holiday season merry.
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Here are five things to know today.
1. Head to Big Heads in Richboro for Country Line Dancing Lessons tonight at 6 p.m. It's free! 2. Shady Brook Farm's Holiday Light Show starts at dusk and goes until 10 p.m. 3. Build Our Trail still wants to know your thoughts on the possibility of a rails to trails project. Take the survey here. 4. What's your favorite holiday movie? Cast your vote in our poll. 5. Are the stresses of the holidays getting to you? Why not head to Maggio's Happy Hour.
