Upcoming community events and news
for February 2020
Winter is in full swing! Plumstead Volunteer Fire Department recommends you prepare an emergency supply kit for your car.
Don't forget, this year February has 29 days!
Dublin Fire Company Soup Day
Saturday February 1st, 2020
11AM- 2PM
194 N. Main St, Dublin
To preorder take out quarts of soup, call 215-249-3740
after 9:00am on the day (Saturday)
of the soup sale
Bucks County Opportunity Council Offering Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program
The Bucks County Opportunity Council will be offering free income tax preparation assistance to low income residents through its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) again this year.
Trained and certified volunteers are available, February 1 through April 15, in five locations throughout the county: Bristol Township, Warminster, Quakertown, Newtown and Doylestown. Office hours at each location vary, but include Saturday daytimes and weekday evenings. Individuals and families with a combined income of $56,000 or less are eligible for the program.
BCOC volunteers have helped over 12,400 families save over $23.5 million in refunds, tax credits and fees in the last 15 years. Money saved stays in the local economy as low income families generally spend returns on essentials such as food, clothing and school supplies, for example. The program supports BCOC’s overall mission to reduce poverty and partner with the community to promote economic self-sufficiency. Many who are helped continue to work with BCOC’s other services that encourage financial literacy and long-term planning.
Millions of dollars in tax credits go unclaimed each year because many people don’t know about them or don’t know how to apply for them. According to the IRS, many individuals qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), but cannot afford professional tax assistance to help them file their taxes correctly.
Over 50 volunteers make this program possible through BCOC. Tax preparers receive training and need to pass an exam to be certified. Other volunteers assist in support roles such as greeting visitors and scheduling. The program is sponsored by the IRS, and supported locally by Bucks County Foundation, First National Bank & Trust Co. of Newtown, and BB&T.
Clients are served on a first-come, first-served basis. For locations and hours, and a list of documents to bring to an appointment, visit http://www.bcoc.org. To volunteer, contact Eileen Albillar at 215-345-8175, or ealbillar@bcoc.org.
The Beloved Peony - Couture and Culture Thom Mrazik February 10, 2020 Doylestown Nature Club 4613 Hughesian Way (off 413) Buckingham, PA All meetings at 1PM unless noted Guests Welcome with Donation of $5.00
A New Jersey native, Thom has been a Certified Master Gardener with the Penn State Extension Service for five years. He also completed the horticulture program at the Barnes Arboretum. Thom has written gardening articles for PA Gardener magazine, Morris Arboretum and Penn State Extension Service. His home garden, Goodly Gardens, earned blue ribbon awards in 2018 and 2019.
The peony has been revered for millennia for its outstanding floral attractiveness. Here is an opportunity to learn about key plant features and aspects of care that will boost your garden’s beauty.
Pennridge FISH is in need of the following items:
Canned Beets
Canned Spinach
Hot Chocolate
Juice
Laundry detergent
Rice-a-roni
Shampoo
Soup
Toilet Paper
Toothbrushes
Toothpaste
Paper Towels
Clothing room is looking for towels, sheets and socks
On January 3, 2020 around 1834 hours Bedminster Police responded to the Weis Market, 431 W. Dublin Pk, for two males involved in a physical altercation inside the store. One male resident was taken into custody for simple assault and harassment.
January 7, 2020- Wire Fraud
On January 7, 2020 a female resident reported receiving a fraudulent phone call demanding money in exchange for clearing her name from issues that arose from identity theft. The caller demanded she purchase large quantities of gift cards and provided him with the numbers from the back of the cards. The victim suffered a total loss exceeding $11,000. The Bedminster Police is continuing to investigate this incident. The Bedminster Police Department wants residents to be aware that no official agency will ever request gift cards in exchange for a service. If you suspect you are a victim of fraud contact your local police department as soon as possible.
January 11, 2020- Terroristic Threats
On January 11, 2020 around 1947 hours Bedminster Police responded to Hart Dr for a domestic dispute. On male resident was taken into custody for terroristic threats after displaying a knife during an argument.
January 14, 2020- Fraud
On January 14, 2020 a female resident reported receiving a Citi Bank credit card approval letter with a $13,000 limit. Investigation revealed that an unknown person applied for the credit card using the victims personal information.
January 22, 2020- Wire Fraud
On January 22, 2020 a male resident reported a fraudulent Ebay purchase involving a Kubota tractor and loader that was for sale. The seller requested the victim send $2,000 worth of Ebay gift cards for payment of the Kubota. After the victim transferred the gift cards to the seller they cards were immediately used and the buyer did not receive the Kubota tractor.
January 23, 2020- Fraud
On January 23, 2020 a local business reported an unknown person attempted to fraudulently cash several checks totaling an excess of $47,300.
A message from the Bedminster Municipal Authority:
Bedminster Township office is closed on Monday, February 17th for the Presidents Day holiday.
February 2020 Township Calendar:
All meetings are open to the public. Meetings are held in the meeting room at 3112 Bedminster Road unless otherwise stated.
Agendas are available at www.bedminsterpa.com, under the "Township Government" tab, 24 hours prior to the meeting.
Tuesday, February 11th: 8:30am: Board of Supervisors Work Session Meeting Wednesday, February 12th 9th: 7:30pm: Board of Supervisors February Meeting Thursday, February 27th: 7:00pm: Bedminster Municipal Authority Meeting
If you know of any upcoming community events, please email Sarah Beebe at sbeebe@bedminsterpa.com. Please note that only non-profit organizations will be included.
