Life + Culture

Child, Adolescent, Adult Counseling

New ADHD Group Offered Among Other Newtown Therapy and Wellness Center's Services Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by Newtown Therapy and Wellness Center Mental health support is for every area of life, assure the psychotherapy and counseling providers of Newtown Therapy and Wellness Center. The center's co-owners/managing directors and licensed clinical psychologists Stacy Hunt, Ph.D., and Kathryn Shipley, Ph.D., state individuals have the innate ability to heal, grow...

Life + Culture

It's Adopting Cats And Dogs

Advice Editorial: Tips For Integrating New, Especially Rescued, Lifelong Furry Friends Article by Julie Brown Patton When embracing a furry family member within one's home, it's vital to understand what's become known as the 3-3-3 Rule . This phased adjustment approach reflects time-tested guidelines that it can take a dog or cat 3 days to decompress from its prior circumstances, particularly if coming out of noisy, unfamiliar shelter surroundings; 3 weeks to adapt to a new environment...

Wellness

Teenagers' Self-Care Favorites Collection

Oil Divine Natural Skincare Team In Newtown Supports Youth Holistic Wellness Through Customized, Clean, Ayurvedic Products Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by Oil Divine Consult with the Oil Divine team at the store's Newtown location, 2859 S. Eagle Road, next to Harvest Grill. Call them at 267.796.0842, or order products online via OilDivine.com . carry-on wellness collection lip retreat oil dragon fruit green tea soap dark chocolate deodorant spray ...

Wellness

Healthy Smiles All-Around

Heine & Associates Family Dentistry: Setting Up Kids And Beyond For Dental Success Article by Madeline Marriott | Photography by Brian Wagner Heine Family Dentistry professionals strive to be patients' first, and only, dental providers. They pride themselves on being a one-stop-shop for all ages. Located in Newtown since 1977, this team offers all components needed for a lifetime of comprehensive dental care.  Young patients start by seeing Roshni Dhruva, D.D.S., the practice’s...

Wellness

Training Dancers From Ground Up

The Dance Ground Faculty In Newtown Strive To Provide 'NYC/LA Caliber' Instruction And Programs Article by Madeline Marriott At The Dance Ground, there’s a class for everyone, from 2-year-olds learning their first dance steps to adults with decades of experience. The goal of this family-owned studio, featuring courses taught by industry professionals, is to foster a love for dance while challenging students to be the best they can be.  “Activities like dance are so important in the age of...

Event Planning + Services

Personalized Decorations For Youth Celebrations

Jessica Heisen: “Life is Short, Pop More Balloons!” Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Brian Wagner Looking to make themed birthday celebrations, baby announcements, Sweet Sixteen parties, mitzvahs, fundraisers, grand openings, graduations and Back to School events even more memorable? Jessica Heisen, founder of Bucks County Balloons based in Washington Crossing, creates dynamic balloon or flower arches, centerpieces, balloon columns, balloon bouquets and yard cards for every...

Home Services

Examining HVAC Expertise

Dilling Heating & Cooling Provides Professional, Punctual, Quality-Driven, Community-Oriented Services Article by Madeline Marriott Dennis Ewing, a partner at Dilling Heating and Cooling, wants to get out a message: in a business crowded with private equity and skyrocketing costs in the last decade, there are still local companies doing good work for a fair price. That’s the goal at Dilling, first established in 1955 and a Bucks County staple since 2020. Serving families up and down eastern...

Arts + Culture

Explore Locally Sourced, Seasonally Guided Shopping

Stockton Market Delivers Indoor, Artisanal Market With Unique Bakery, Food, Provisions, Pizza, Special Events, Experiences Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Logan Hodson When Stockton Market owner Dana Rae Ashburn envisioned reopening this type of business post-COVID, she says she wanted to create something brighter, more modern, but still warm and welcoming: "A place where locals and visitors alike could feel at home. Think: the charm of a country market, but with the quality of...

Life + Culture

Browsing Books/eBooks, Historic Archives, Events

Newtown Library Company Welcomes New Librarian Who's Building Meaningful Connections Through Books Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Meg Griffin Debbie Carney recently joined the Newtown Library Company team at 114 E. Centre Ave. Known to the youngest readers as “Miss Debbie,” she provides experience as well as a deep love for reading and research. Originally from Westfield, New Jersey, Debbie moved to Newtown in 1987 with her family. "My journey into librarianship began with a...

Home + Design

Shopping Down The Shore For Retail Therapy

Rittenhouse Home's Brigantine Store Provides Luxury Furniture And Home Décor With Notable Light, Bright Vibes Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by Rittenhouse Home When visiting Down The Shore, Jennifer Lynn Myers, interior designer and owner of Newtown-based Rittenhouse Home, invites everyone to stop by to shop at her second location in Brigantine, New Jersey, at 4228 Harbour Beach Blvd.   "Guests will find custom dinnerware, kitchen tools, serving dishes, unique...