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$90 Million Plan, Drowning Lawsuit Filed Top Local News

Check out this week's top headlines in Bensalem.

Drowned Woman's Sons Sue Party Host

The sons of Jean Carson, the woman who drowned after falling into Neshaminy Creek while attending a party on Dec. 19, are seeking compensation from the party's host. 

$90 Million High School Renovation Plan Presented to School Board

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The proposed renovation would move Bensalem High School into an academy structure, consolidate three cafeterias into one and construct a new natatorium behind the gymnasium.

9-Year-Old Speaks Out on Proposed School Cuts

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Brandon Donnelly took the microphone at the school board's May 8 meeting and made a passionate plea to preserve the district's gifted programs.

University of Scranton Honors Bensalem Native

Lindsay Ward was awarded the University of Scranton's prestigious Father Fitzpatrick Award for her dedication to community service.

Playground Replacement Near Completion

The playground at the Bensalem Municipal Complex had been closed for a few months during the replacement project.


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