Politics & Government

Gun Group Splits, Hot Air Balloons Won't be Banned: Week in Review

A look at the top stories this week on Doylestown Patch.

Open Carry Views Split Bucks Gun Rights Group

The Concerned Gun Owners of Bucks County, a gun rights advocacy group, has split into two organizations with different approaches.

'Why Shouldn't Two People in Love Get Married?:' Reactions to DOMA Ruling
Residents reacted with joy, relief and resolve upon hearing news that the Supreme Court struck down the Defense of Marriage Act Wednesday.

Hot Air Balloons Can't Be Banned, Township Says
A group of residents seeking to ban hot air balloon landings in Doylestown Township may not get their wish, but local ballooners are hoping to mend the situation without government intervention. 

Shyamalan Picks Vancouver Over Doylestown for New Series
M. Night Shyamalan has selected Vancouver, not Doylestown, for the site of his upcoming television series, according to Sharon Pinkenson, executive director of the Greater Philadelphia Film Office.

Cigarette Causes Fire at Mesquito Grille

Police and fire responders had the early morning fire out in minutes. The fire was caused by a cigarette, police said.


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