Charitable Children: 'No Matter What Age You May Be, You Can Change the Life of Another'

As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.

Harp Healing: Woman Uses Music Therapy to Help Hospital Patients

After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.

Nominate 'Everyday Inspirations' in Your Town

Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.

Identical Triplets Born in Montgomery County

Doctors say the odds of having three identical babies are one in a million.

Find Girl Scout Cookies Near You with the Cookie Finder App

Application is available for Apple and Android devices.

Conshy Man Brings Half-a-Ton of Butter to Life

One thousand pounds of butter never looked so entertaining.

U.S. Life Expectancy Climbs

New numbers from the Centers for Disease Control show Americans are living longer than ever.

Petition for Doll with a Disability: Over 70k Strong

Paoli's Melissa Shang has gotten support from people across the country since her December petition went public.

Help a Family Displaced by a House Fire: Local GoFundMe Campaign

A Levittown family of 10 lost everything in a fire Friday afternoon; a campaign via GoFundMe seeks to offer some help.

Pa. Girl Petitions American Girl To Release a Doll with a Disability

Melissa Shang, 10, says "disabled girls are American girls too."

Warminster Mealey's Donates $10,000 of New Furniture to Feasterville Family

The Finleys' efforts to provide stress-free activities for children with autism made them perfect candidates for the furniture store's annual 'Houseful of Furniture' holiday giveaway.

Sarah Murnaghan Tops Good News in 2013

This 10-year-old Newtown Square girl's inspiring journey to a double lung transplant tops the good news in 2013.

GoFundMe Campaign Seeks Comforts of Home for Disabled Northampton Teen

Lauren Shevchek, 19, was paralyzed following a diving accident this summer. Friends are rallying to raise funds to cover the cost of building an accessible addition on to her family’s Northampton Township home.

Man Steals from Coffee Shop—and You’ll Never Guess What Happened Next

Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?

Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.

The Week's Best Good News: A Winning Wedding, 26 Days of Kindness and More

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Fred Beans Donates $50K to Bucks Summer Reading Program

The money will help fund the 2014 Bucks County Library Systems’ Summer Reading Program, “Fizz Boom Read."

The Week's Best Good News: Man Finds $98K in Desk, Holocaust Survivor Reunited with Soldier

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Butterball Turkey Hotline Helps Home Cooks Conquer Thanksgiving

Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.

How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

Tennent Unveils Re-Dedicated Veterans Wall

Approximately 100 guests, including many veterans, attended the wall's re-dedication ceremony Monday morning on the second floor of the high school.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

Lower Bucks Support Group Competes for National Prize

The Bucks County Breast Friends Support Group entered a video into a national competition that will award the first place winner with a $25,000 donation.

Should Pope Fix the Way the Vatican is Run?

Pew Research Center report says most Catholics want Pope Francis to reform the Vatican.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

THE Guide to Patch Tips and Tricks on Blogging

Maybe you just started your blog or perhaps you’re already an old pro. Either way, we’ve put together some tips *every* blogger should check out (trust us, they're helpful!)

Chance Encounter Saves Supervisor's Life

A timely doctor's visit allowed Mark McKee to catch his colon cancer at an early stage. He now wants everyone to know the importance of regular colonoscopies.

Have Something to Say About Your Faith? We’re Looking for Bloggers!

Are you passionate about your faith? Whether you’re affiliated with a religious organization, house or worship or parochial school, serve as a religious leader in the community, or just feel spiritual, we want your voice on Patch.

Nevins Will be Added to Global War on Terror Memorial

The Bristol Borough graduate was killed in Afghanistan during an enemy attack on Sept. 21.

Feasterville Mom Calls for Action to Help Family in Crisis

Food and clothing donations for a local family in dire need can be dropped off at Salon Reaction in Feasterville beginning Friday. Sept. 20 through the end of the year.

Candlelight Ceremony to Honor Sept. 11 Victims

The Garden of Reflection, the official Pennsylvania Sept. 11 Memorial, will host a “Remembrance in Light” ceremony Wednesday.

Organization Offering Free D.C. Trip to Veterans

The next Honor Flight Tour is Nov. 2, according to an announcement posted on Newtown Patch.

Regional Roundup: Pedestrians Struck in Warminster

Read about this and other news making headlines Monday in Patches across the region.

Five Below Hosts Ferderbar Elementary Fundraiser

Feasterville's Five Below is hosting a fundraiser this weekend for Joseph Ferderbar Elementary.

Dog Lovers Team Up for National Dog Day

National Dog Day is Aug. 26. What will you do to celebrate man's best friend?

This Week's Weather

The Fourth of July's weather could include scattered T-storms

Area Flag Manufacturer Has Long History

The Liberman family business began in 1882 as burlap-bag makers.

YWCA Bucks County Honors Lower Southampton Librarian

Sally Pollock was honored for her community service work.

Local Residents To 'Carry The Load' For Memorial Day

A small group of residents will participate in the inaugural 1,700 mile relay march from West Point to Dallas.