Township Approves Luxury Housing Project After Developer Says It “Feels Right”
After a brief discussion marked by nodding, quiet agreement, and several references to intuition, the Maple Hollow Township Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Monday night to approve a proposed luxury housing development following assurances from the project’s developer that the plan “just feels right.” The approval came despite lingering questions about traffic, water usage, environmental […]
Report Concludes No One Responsible, Recommends Moving Forward
An official investigative report released this week concluded that no individual or entity bears responsibility for the matter under review, while recommending that all parties move forward without further discussion. The report, which spans 18 pages and includes multiple appendices, summarizes months of internal review and analysis before arriving at its central finding: responsibility could […]
New Subdivision Named After Wildlife It Immediately Displaces
Construction crews broke ground this week on Fox Hollow Estates, a 112-home residential development whose name, according to nearby residents, appears to commemorate the animals that no longer live there. The subdivision, located on a formerly wooded tract just outside Cedar Run Township, takes its name from the foxes, deer, and other wildlife that occupied […]
It’s Time We Had a Serious Conversation About This
There comes a moment in every community when it becomes clear that avoiding a difficult conversation is no longer an option. We believe Buck County has reached that moment, whether it is ready for it or not. This is not about assigning blame, nor is it about relitigating past decisions. It is about acknowledging that […]
This Is Bigger Than Any One Issue, Which Is Why It’s Hard to Explain
Some situations resist easy explanation not because they lack substance, but because they extend beyond any single cause or event. When issues become layered, interconnected, and persistent, clarity often gives way to general unease. That unease is difficult to articulate, but no less real. Beyond Individual Incidents Focusing on individual moments can be comforting, as […]
Startup Founder Assures Investors He’s “Learning a Lot” After Third Failed Launch
At a sparsely attended investor update held Tuesday afternoon in a shared coworking space conference room, startup founder and CEO Tyler Monroe described his company’s latest shutdown as “an incredible learning experience,” adding that he feels “more prepared than ever” to apply those lessons to whatever comes next. The company, BrightForge Labs, officially ceased operations […]
Quiet Meeting Results in Significant Outcome No One Claims Credit For
A significant municipal outcome emerged this week following a quiet meeting attended by a small group of officials and advisors, none of whom have publicly claimed responsibility for the decision. The meeting, which was not listed on the public calendar and produced no formal minutes, preceded the announcement of a policy shift with long-term financial […]
Business Leader Praised for Vision, Unclear What He’s Actually Seen
When regional business leader and entrepreneur Douglas Whitman speaks about the future, people tend to listen carefully, nod thoughtfully, and later repeat his words with the assurance that something important has just been said. What remains less clear, according to colleagues, employees, and industry observers, is exactly what Whitman is seeing. Whitman, founder and executive […]
Planning Board Asks No Questions, Cites “Trust” in Man With Very Large Truck
Township officials assured concerned residents Tuesday night that traffic issues stemming from a recently approved development project would “sort itself out,” citing patience, adaptation, and the passage of time as primary mitigation strategies. The assurance came during a standing-room-only public meeting in Brookfield Township, where residents gathered to voice concerns about congestion along Route 19, […]
Council Forms Committee to Study Issue Already Decided
City Council members voted Monday night to form a special committee tasked with studying an issue the council has already resolved, citing the importance of due process, public confidence, and “making sure we did this the right way, even if it’s already done.” The committee, officially titled the Ad Hoc Review Committee on Future Considerations, […]
Officials Say Decision Was Independent, Coincidentally Benefits Same People as Always
Local officials insisted this week that a recently approved decision was made independently and without outside influence, despite the fact that the outcome appears to benefit the same small group of individuals and organizations that have historically benefited from similar decisions. The assurances came during a press briefing following the approval of a revised municipal […]
Board Votes Unanimously After Brief Moment of “Discussion”
Local officials repeatedly emphasized their commitment to transparency Tuesday night while conducting a municipal meeting entirely in executive session, citing openness, public trust, and the importance of “letting residents know we’re having these conversations.” The meeting, held at Town Hall and listed on the public agenda as a “discussion of key municipal matters,” was closed […]