Election 2025: Stacey Champion For Bensalem Council

Patch is asking candidates to share their views on issues in Bucks County. Stacey Champion of Bensalem presents her ideas.

Election 2025: Stephanie A. G. Ferrandez For Bensalem Mayor

Patch is asking candidates to share their views on issues in Bucks County. Stephanie A. G. Ferrandez of Bensalem presents her ideas.

Election 2025: Michelle Benitez For Bensalem Council

Patch is asking candidates to share their views on issues in Bucks County. Michelle Benitez of Bensalem presents her ideas.

Election 2025: Will Walker For Bensalem Council

Patch is asking candidates to share their views on issues in Bucks County. Will Walker of Bensalem presents his ideas.

State Rep. Tomlinson Sign Vandalized At Bensalem Field

The Bensalem lawmaker said political sign damage has become a recent trend in Lower Bucks County.

Meet Taz: Bensalem's New Police Dog

Taz has joined the Bensalem Township Police Department as one of six K9s on the force.

Imagination Land Playground Replacement Coming

Bensalem Township Council unveiled the timeline for the playground at its meeting on Monday night.

Bensalem Police Officers Can Buy Credit For Prior Service

Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo signed an ordinance approved recently by the Bensalem Township Council.

Byberry Road Luxury Home Plan Draws Criticism

The Bensalem Planning Commission recommended a small luxury neighborhood for development. A final vote will go before the council.

Route 1 Paving Continues In Lower Bucks County

PennDOT said the roadwork resumes overnight this week in Bensalem and Middletown townships.

Bensalem Police Department Receives Reaccreditation

Bensalem Police is now certified by the Pennsylvania Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission for the next four years.

Route 1 Paving Planned Overnight This Week

PennDOT said the paving on the highway in Bensalem and Middletown townships is expected to last through Friday.

Bensalem Police Officer Chosen As 'Hometown Hero'

U.S. Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick this week recognized Bensalem Police Officer Christian Martinka.

New Public Safety Annex Unveiled In Bensalem

The building will house equipment used by police, fire, and emergency medical services (EMS) personnel.

Bill Protecting Senior Prescriptions By Bucks Co. Lawmaker Advances

State Sen. Frank Farry's assistance bill now heads to the House of Representatives for consideration.

School Board, Municipal Races Set For November In Bensalem

Residents of Bensalem Township cast votes in Tuesday's primary election. See results below.

Bensalem Township School Board Primary Election: Unofficial Results

Residents in Bensalem Township went to the polls on Tuesday to vote for school board candidates

Route 1 Traffic Shift Starting Overnight This Week

PennDOT said work resumes on its Route 1 Improvements Project on Monday in Bensalem and Middletown townships.

Bensalem Voter Guide 2025: Who's On Ballot, Where To Vote

The primary election is Tuesday, May 20. Check out our voter guide before you go to the polls in Bensalem Township.

2024 Police Officer Of The Year Named In Bensalem

Bensalem Police Officer Christian Martinka​ was honored at Monday night's Township Council meeting.

Election 2025: Bensalem Township Candidates Revealed

Residents will go to the polls to vote in the May 20 primary election for municipal and school board candidates in Bensalem Township.

Election 2025: Bensalem Republicans Reveal Candidate Slate

Bensalem Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo will be joined on the May 20 primary election ballot by a new council candidate.

REAL ID Hours Expanded At Bensalem Driver License Center

With a federal May 7 deadline upcoming, PennDOT is setting up special days with extended hours over two Mondays over the past month.

PA Sales Tax Exemptions Bill Pushed By Lower Bucks Co. Legislators

The legislative package is focused on exempting items that are necessary in the everyday lives of Pennsylvania families.

Bensalem Mayor, At 87, Shows No Signs Of Slowing Down

Republican Bensalem Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo is running for another term in the May 20 primary election. He has served over 30 years as mayor

Voter ID At Election Polls Bill Pushed By Bucks Co. Lawmaker

State Rep. K.C. Tomlinson has co-sponsored legislation requiring identification to be shown at the polls during future state elections.

Bensalem Democrats Announce Slate For Mayor, Council

Bensalem School Director Stephanie A.G. Ferrandez will try to unseat longtime incumbent Republican Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo.

BCWSA Sewer Lining Project Begins In Bensalem

The Bucks County Water & Sewer Authority said the project begins Tuesday and runs through March 21.

20 Lower Bucks Fire Companies, EMS Getting Grants

State Sen. Frank Farry has secured $400,000 in grants to bolster fire department coverage and protection throughout Lower Bucks County.

Knowles Returns As Bensalem Council President

Bensalem Township Council also appointed Councilwoman Michelle Benitez as its secretary.

'REAL ID Day' Taking Place In Lower Bucks Co.

PennDOT said the REAL ID special service takes place Monday at the Bensalem Driver License Center.

State Rep. Tomlinson Sworn in For 3rd Term

The Bensalem Township resident represents the 18th Legislative District, which also includes Hulmeville Borough.

​2 Lower Bucks Co. Chiefs Named To Fire Service Advisory Board

The board's creation comes at a time of significant change for Bucks County's fire service and at the urging of local fire officials.

State Rep. Tomlinson Reappointed House Deputy Whip

State Rep. Kathleen "KC" Tomlinson, who covers Bensalem, was reappointed as House Republican Whip Team for the upcoming term.

2 Bensalem Lifeguards Honored For Saving Drowning Victim

The lifeguards received awards from the Bensalem Township Police Department Civilian Life Saving Award for pulling a 4-year-old from a pool.

$3.38M Match 6 Ticket Sold In Lower Bucks Co.

The ticket was sold at a Street Road gas station in Bensalem Township, PA Lottery officials said.

Brownsville Road Safety Improvements Honor Late Bensalem High Senior

State Sen. Frank Farry worked with the family of Isabella Shinn, who was killed crossing the road, to get the pedestrian improvements.

Tomlinson Keeps Seat In 141st District: Unofficial Election Results

State Rep. KC Tomlinson will represent Bensalem and Hulmeville Borough, according to unofficial results.

Police Donation Scam Reported In Bensalem

Bensalem Police warn residents about official-looking mailers seeking a donation to a national police organization.

18th Annual Bucks Co. High School Seatbelt Safety Challenge Underway

TMA Bucks, the county's transportation agency, said the challenge will determine which high school in Bucks County leads in seatbelt use.