2026

U.S. 30 bypass reconstruction

PennDOT Announces Public Meetings for U.S. 30 Bypass Reconstruction Project

PennDOT has announced upcoming public meetings for the U.S. 30 Bypass Reconstruction Project, a major infrastructure initiative that could significantly impact traffic flow, safety, and long-term growth across Chester County and surrounding communities. Upcoming Public Meetings Residents, commuters, and property owners are invited to learn more about the project through two public engagement...

Doylestown DART shuttle bus parked in a lot

Doylestown DART Ends Saturday Service Under 2026 Transit Schedule

Residents and commuters in central Bucks County should be aware of an important public transportation change that may affect daily routines, housing decisions, and accessibility in 2026. What’s Changing With the Doylestown DART? Under the newly released 2026 transit schedule, Bucks County Transport has eliminated Saturday service on the Doylestown DART bus system. Moving forward, the low-cost...

USPS graphic explaining the postmark rule change starting December 24, 2025

USPS Postmark Rule Changes Could Impact Time-Sensitive Mail in 2026

Homeowners, renters, landlords, and anyone sending time-sensitive documents should be aware of an important change implemented by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) that could affect mail delivery timelines and deadlines in 2026. What Changed With USPS Postmarks? As of December 24, 2025, the USPS updated how postmarks are applied to mail placed in collection boxes. Previously, the postmark reflected the...

Philadelphia Housing Market Forecast graphic with a red line chart forming a house

Philadelphia Housing Market Outlook: What Buyers and Renters Can Expect in 2026

Philadelphia’s housing market is expected to remain challenging through 2026, with affordability continuing to be a major concern for both renters and homebuyers. Economic analysts project that elevated home prices and higher mortgage rates will keep inventory tight and limit movement across the market. Limited Inventory and Reduced Mobility According to housing economists, one of the biggest...

Couple reviewing listing paperwork at a laptop with 2026 home selling graphics

Why You Should List Your Home at the Beginning of the Year

New year, fresh possibilities. And if you're a homeowner considering selling, you might be surprised to learn that the start of the year is also an ideal time to list. Listing your home at the beginning of the year can give you a competitive edge, get ahead of the market, and attract serious buyers, all of which can potentially lead to a faster, smoother sale. 1. Less...

SEPTA Wissahickon Transit Center platform and canopy in Manayunk

SEPTA Opens $50 Million Wissahickon Transit Center, Strengthening Manayunk Connectivity

Public transportation access in Manayunk has taken a major step forward with the opening of SEPTA’s new Wissahickon Transit Center. The $50 million facility, located along Ridge Avenue near Main Street, replaces a much smaller bus depot and significantly expands transit capacity in one of Philadelphia’s most active neighborhoods. The newly opened center is expected to serve approximately 5,000...

Officials breaking ground with shovels at the Lansdale supportive housing site

Montgomery County Prepares to Open New Supportive Housing Facility in Lansdale

Montgomery County is preparing to open its first supportive short-term housing facility since the closure of the Coordinated Homeless Outreach Center (CHOC) in 2022, marking a significant step in addressing the county’s growing homelessness challenges, particularly in Lansdale. County officials report that the number of unhoused individuals in the Lansdale area has increased in recent years, rising...

Brick campus building with a white steeple and flag on the Valley Forge Military Academy grounds in Radnor

Radnor School Board Reviews Charter School Proposal for Valley Forge Military Academy Campus

January 03, 2026 The Radnor Township School District is evaluating a proposal that could bring a new public charter school to the former Valley Forge Military Academy (VFMA) campus, potentially reshaping future use of the historic property and impacting the surrounding Radnor real estate market. The proposal comes from a group seeking approval to open the Valley Forge Public Service Academy Charter...

Architectural front elevation of the apartment building planned for the vacant Ivyland commercial site

Vacant Ivyland Commercial Property to Be Redeveloped Into Apartments

A long-vacant commercial building in Ivyland Borough, Bucks County is set to begin a new chapter as a small residential apartment complex, marking a significant redevelopment project within the borough’s historic district. The property, a former tractor warehouse located at the corner of Greeley Avenue and Wilson Avenue, has sat unused for more than a decade. Originally constructed in 1901, the...