School Threats Addressed By Bensalem Interim Superintendent

Bensalem Interim Schools Superintendent Victoria Velazquez addressed the community about the "swatting" call threats made on Monday morning.

Superintendent Search On Slate For Bensalem Special Meeting

A Bensalem school board committee will address the school budget deficit and search for a new superintendent at a meeting on Tuesday night.

Free Rita's Sweet Treat Sunday To Celebrate National Italian Ice Day

The Bensalem-founded chain will offer an app-based buy-one-get-one deal and roll out a limited-time sweet-spicy menu.

Bensalem School Celebrating 50-Year Anniversary

The Russell C. Struble Elementary School will host a Community Open House to celebrate its 50th anniversary on Saturday.

Meet Squid: Lower Bucks County's Shelter Pet Of The Week

Squid is available for adoption at the Women's Animal Center in Bensalem Township.

'Armed And Dangerous' Suspect Wanted For Shooting Inside Bensalem Restaurant

Bensalem Police seek a Yardley Borough man who fired shots inside Asad's Hot Chicken earlier this week.

Man Wanted By Police After Firing Gun Inside Bensalem Restaurant

Police were called to Asad's Hot Chicken at 2568 Knights Road in Bensalem on Monday for a report of a gunshot being fired.

Missing Endangered Man Sought By Bensalem Police

A missing man has been reported in Bensalem.

Suspect Wanted For Theft From Vehicle In Bensalem

Bensalem Police seek a man for the crime that took place last weekend in the area of Brookwood Drive.

Interim Bensalem Schools Superintendent Thrust Into Spotlight

Victoria Velazquez was appointed as interim schools superintendent earlier this month. She has worked for the district for 12 years.

Juniper Village at Bucks County Welcomes Hayley Samsel as Director of Connections and Catalyst

New role strengthens Juniper’s commitment to wellness-centered engagement and meaningful daily experiences

Drone First Responder Program Takes Flight In Bensalem

Bensalem Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo detailed the program recently on his "Mayor's Show."

Threats At Bensalem High School Draw Heavy Police Presence

Police were on the scene at Bensalem High School on Tuesday morning to quell threats that came from a fight the day before.

Police Push Back On Bensalem School Resource Officer Costs

A letter from Public Safety Director William McVey said the school board "misrepresented" how school resource officers are funded.

2 Police Officers Promoted, State Trooper Hired In Bensalem

Bensalem Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo gave the oath of office recently to the three township police officers.

2 Students Brought BB Guns To Bensalem School: PD

Bensalem Police said quick action by a student and staff found the other students with the guns at the Shafer Middle School.

Bagel Shop Owner Charged With Harassing Bensalem Employees

Larry Ferreira, the owner of Bagelocity Soup King, was involved in ongoing workplace harassment and inappropriate conduct, police said.

Daily Stipends Approved For 2 Interim Bensalem School Administrators

The Bensalem School Board voted on the stipends at the same meeting where it approved the layoffs of 31 staffing jobs in next year's budget.

Bensalem School Layoffs Approved; 31 Positions To Be Cut Amid Financial Crisis

The Bensalem School Board voted Wednesday night to cut dozens of staffers out of the 2026-2027 budget to cope with the financial crisis.

Major Staff Cuts Coming To Reduce Bensalem School Budget Deficit

The Bensalem school board is expected to approve the cuts in the 2026-2027 school budget to deal with a "severe financial crisis."

Water Main Replacement On Hulmeville Road To Last 6 Months

Aqua Pennsylvania said the project will replace 5,593 feet of aging main in Bensalem Township.

Mother Charged After Leaving Toddler In Parx Casino Parking Lot

Bensalem Police said a 14-month-old child was left inside a car with its windows closed in 80-degree weather while her mother gambled.

4th Annual Spring Fling This Weekend At Women's Animal Center

America's Oldest Animal Shelter will host the event at its center in Bensalem Township on Saturday.

State Rep. Tomlinson Defends School Funding Record

The GOP incumbent was attacked by her challenger Bryan Allen on Bensalem's "severe financial crisis" during a press conference last week.

Meet Sulli: Lower Bucks County's Shelter Pet Of The Week

Sulli is available for adoption at the Women's Animal Center in Bensalem Township.

State Rep. Tomlinson Blasted Over Bensalem School Budget Crisis

Democratic challenger Bryan Allen said Tomlinson has failed to fix a broken state school funding structure during her tenure.

Slain Bensalem Police Officer Remembered

The Bucks County District Attorney's Office has honored the memory of a Bensalem police officer killed over 50 years ago.

Swing for a Cause at Bensalem’s 20th Annual Charity Golf Challenge

Sponsorship and Golfer Packages Available for June 3 Event

Muzzy's Shack Opens 2nd Bucks Co. Location

The eatery that specializes in Smash Burgers now has locations in Warminster and Bensalem townships.

Police Cracking Down On Aggressive Drivers In Lower Bucks Co.

Nine police departments are participating in a statewide enforcement on aggressive drivers with a coordinated effort on Tuesday.

Bensalem School Incident Under Investigation

Interim Schools Superintendent Victoria Velazquez addressed the Cornwells Elementary School community about a recent incident.

'Loud Bang' Investigated In Bensalem Township

Bensalem Police were made aware of numerous social media reports about a loud sound on Sunday night. They discovered the cause.

Teen Safe Driving ROADeo Launched For Bucks Co. High School Students

Bensalem-based TMA Bucks invites teens to represent their community at the 6th Annual Teen Safe Driving ROADeo on April 29.

Juniper Communities Wellspring Memory Care: Redefining Support Through Innovation and Compassion

Nurturing the Spirit of Life at Every Step of the Journey

Kitten Fosters Needed At Women's Animal Center

The Bensalem-based animal shelter is "urgently" seeking volunteers to help nurture kittens until they are ready for their forever homes.

Interim Schools Superintendent Appointed In Bensalem

The Bensalem School Board has named an interim leader to replace the departed Schools Superintendent Samuel Lee.

Bensalem Mausoleum Burglar Must Pay Restitution

A Philadelphia man faces nearly two years in prison for stealing bronze mausoleum doors from the Roosevelt Memorial Park, authorities said.

Cheap Trick Not 'All Washed Up' At Parx Casino Show: Review

The 1970s classic rock band performed an energetic set showing they're still going strong despite their new album title.

Man ID'd In Fatal Southbound Route 1 Crash

Authorities said the crash happened near the Street Road exit in Bensalem early Tuesday morning.

Father, Son Had Over 100 Child Pornography Images In Bensalem: PD

Bensalem Police have charged Raul Sandoval Sr. and his son, Raul "Christian" Sandoval Jr., with having child pornography images.