Press Releases
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From left to right: Dan Mealey, Co-President - Mealey's Furniture. Steven Huizar, Director of Emergency Services - ARC LBCC, Harriet Emerson, Bob Emerson and Kevin Mealey, Co-President - Mealey's Furniture, attend the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Mealey's Furniture in Warminster, PA |
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Mealeys Furniture and Red Cross announce New Partnership
The American Red Cross Lower Bucks County Chapter is honored to announce a new community partnership with Mealey's Furniture to increase awareness and assistance to military families. Mealey's Furniture will be providing the local chapter with furniture and additional resources in the development of a Service to Military Families and Veteran's Center. This center will be operational 24-hrs a day to assist local families with emergency communications, financial assistance and other services. The new Service to Military Families and Veteran's Center is scheduled to be completed August 2008. More>> |
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Red Cross Responds to Fire on East Post Lane
Levittown, PA, March 31, 2008 – The Lower Bucks County Red Cross responded to a fire in the 30 block of East Post Lane in Morrisville, PA [Mar 30/7:30pm]. Red Cross volunteers were able to provide emergency assistance in the form of food, clothing, medications, bedding/linens and shelter for 2 adults and 2 children who were affected by the fire. The children also received stuffed animals. More>> |
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American Red Cross Lower Bucks County Chapter Celebrates “Real Heroes”
Levittown, PA, March 20, 2008 – March is Red Cross Month and to celebrate the Lower Bucks County Chapter of the American Red Cross is pleased to announce its 2008 Lower Bucks County heroes. More>> |
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American Red Cross Responds to Avenue F Fire
Levittown, PA, March 5, 2008 – The American Red Cross Lower Bucks County Chapter responded to a house fire on 900 block of Avenue F in Langhorne, Pennsylvania [3-5-08]. Emergency assistance was provided to two adults and two children in the form of clothing, baby supplies, crib and baby linens, storage containers and food. More>> |
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Red Cross at Chesterfield Apartments Fire
Levittown, PA, February 25, 2008– The American Red Cross Lower Bucks County Chapter responded to an apartment fire in the Chesterfield Apartments on February 24, 2008. Emergency assistance was provided to two adults and two children in the form of lodging, food, bedding and linens. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the Lower Bucks community. More>>
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American Red Cross at Poppy Court Fire
Levittown, PA, February 21, 2008 – The American Red Cross Lower Bucks County Chapter responded to a house fire on Poppy Court in the Villages of Flowers Mill on February 20, 2008. Emergency assistance was provided to two people. The Lower Bucks County Chapter will follow-up with other affected home owners to determine what other services are needed. All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the Lower Bucks community. More>>
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Spin for the Red a Success
Levittown, PA, February 13, 2008 –Participants worked up a sweat for a good cause at the first Spin for the Red on Friday, February 1, 2008. The Newtown Athletic Club hosted the event and Model Consulting was the presenting sponsor. At the end of the night, more than 50 participants helped raise over $8,000 for the American Red Cross Lower Bucks County Chapter. The Spin Committee of Dan Griffin (co-chair), Fred Duffner (co-chair), Dennis Brown and Neil Model put their passion to action by joining Spin and the Red Cross. More>>
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Local Red Cross Volunteers Sent to Help Victims of Tennessee Tornadoes
Levittown, PA, February 11, 2008 – Red Cross volunteers, Harry Gamble and Pat Thompson, have been deployed by the Lower Bucks County Chapter of the American Red Cross to assist in Red Cross relief operations in Tennessee. The American Red Cross and its local chapters have been providing services in the area since February 5, 2008. More>>
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Flooding Comes Early Red Cross gives tips for staying safe during floods
[Levittown, PA, February 6, 2008] – With unseasonably warm weather and heavy rains, there are currently flood watches and warnings for parts of the Northeast. Some areas are already experiencing minor flooding, with people being evacuated from their homes.
The American Red Cross of Lower Bucks County encourages the public to stay informed about flooding in their area, and to take precautions before flooding occurs. More>>
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Red Cross Helps Prepare Community for Disaster
Levittown, PA, February 5, 2008 – In response to the 2-alarm fire at Crestwood Condominiums (January 7, 2008), the American Red Cross Lower Bucks County Chapter completed a community outreach project on February 2. Nine disaster volunteers delivered approximately 250 packets with disaster preparedness materials door-to-door at the Condominium complex. The packets were another way to help our neighbors become better prepared. The American Red Cross will be here for the Lower Bucks community before, during and after a disaster. More>>
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“Dining for Disaster Relief” is a unique and fun event in which area restaurants come together to assist the American Red Cross, Lower Bucks County Chapter in raising much needed funds for local disaster relief services.
The event is a delicious way for people to support their local Red Cross by simply enjoying a meal at their favorite restaurant. Customers will experience the same great dining as they would any other night with good food and friends, except their good time will be helping a neighbor in need during times of disaster.
If your restaurant would like to participate, please contact Danielle Webb at DWebb@redcrosslbcc.org or (215) 946-4870 ext 112.
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Red Cross Responds to Two-Alarm Fire at Crestwood Condominiums - Levittown, PA, 1-8-2008 – The American Red Cross Lower Bucks County Chapter responded to a two-alarm fire on Naomi Court in Crestwood Condominiums (Bristol Township). The Red Cross is assisting 27 people with immediate disaster related needs including food, clothing, shelter, bedding and linens, pet supplies and referrals. More>> |
Red Cross at Early Morning Fire on Newportville Road Levittown, PA, December 17, 2007 – The American Red Cross Lower Bucks County Chapter responded to a single home fire in the 4600 block of Newportville Road in Bristol Township [Dec 17/3:00am]. The Disaster Action Team provided emergency assistance in the form of lodging, food, clothing, storage containers and comfort kits to four adults affected by the fire. Mickey Mouse stuffed animals were also given to the neighborhood children to help provide comfort during a traumatic experience. More>>
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Homeless Shelter Supported by HOGS Levittown, PA, 11/14/07 – Local community members of the HOGS (Harley Owners Group) participated in American Red Cross Shelter Ride to benefit the American Red Cross Lower Bucks County Chapter Homeless Shelter Services. More>>
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Protect Yourself – It’s Flu Season American Red Cross gives tips to avoid the flu Levittown, PA, 11/9/07 – This time of year brings holiday celebrations, but for many it can also bring sickness, bed rest and days home from work and school. The American Red Cross Lower Bucks County Chapter encourages local residents to stay healthy and help prevent the spread of illness, including colds and flu. More>>
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Hurricane Noel heading up East Coast: Red Cross urges public to prepare for damaging winds, flooding Levittown, PA, November 2, 2007 - Hurricane Noel is expected to move up the East Coast as a tropical storm on Saturday, bringing strong winds and possible coastal flooding from New Jersey to Maine. While the storm’s track is uncertain, the American Red Cross Lower Bucks County urges residents to start preparing before the storm hits, and to monitor weather reports. More>>
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Give the Gift that Can Save Three Lives and Feed a Family this Thanksgiving – Donate Blood Levittown, PA, October 31, 2007 – There are many benefits to donating blood – helping cancer patients, accident victims, and premature infants to name a few. There’s also that good feeling you get when you’re helping someone who may be in a life or death situation. More>>
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Southern California Wildfires Bring out Massive Movement of Red Cross Resources
(Levittown, PA), Wednesday, October 24, 2007 — With the wildfires still escalating, Red Cross supplies and volunteers are en route to Southern California by the thousands. More than 500 American Red Cross workers have been hard at work since Sunday morning, and the Red Cross is expanding its services rapidly as the needs change and escalate. More>>
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Lower Bucks County Chapter Responds to Single Family Home Fire
Levittown, PA, 10-9-2007 – The Lower Bucks County Chapter of the American Red Cross responded to a single-family home fire in the 4000 block of Spruce Avenue in Trevose on October 9, 2007. The Disaster Response Team provided emergency assistance in the form of food, clothing, infant supplies, bedding/linens and comfort items. Members of the community who wish to help can make a tax-deductible donation to the Lower Bucks County Chapter and take action to prevent and prepare for home fires in the community. More>>
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American Red Cross Lower Bucks County ChapterAccepts Over $1,200.00 from Friends and Family Pizza Buffet
Levittown, PA. 09-24-07. On Thursday evening, September 27, 2007, to coincide with the National Preparedness Month, the American Red Cross Lower Bucks County Chapter has scheduled a special ceremony at the Friends and Family Pizza Buffet, 5:30 PM at Pizza Buffet’s location of 2669 Durham Rd in Bristol. More>>
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American Red Cross Lower Bucks County Chapter Holds Annual Meeting
Levittown, PA, 9-25-07 – At its annual meeting on September 19, the Lower Bucks County Chapter of the American Red Cross elected new board members and officers, recognized selected volunteers and celebrated a year of outstanding humanitarian efforts. More>>
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American Red Cross Lower Bucks County Chapter to hold Annual Meeting
Levittown, PA, August 30, 2007 – The American Red Cross Lower Bucks County Chapter will host their Annual Meeting on September 19th at the Sheraton Bucks County Hotel from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. The purposes of the meeting are to elect new board members and officers, recognized the special services of certain community members and volunteers and celebrate a year of outstanding humanitarian efforts. The meeting is open to the public.
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The American Red Cross Offers Actions
for Families to Take to Prepare for a Hurricane
Levittown, PA 8-20-07 – As the American Red Cross monitors the track of Hurricane Dean in the Caribbean, we urge everyone to take steps to prepare their families and homes for a disaster. More>>
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The American Red Cross has been honored as a four star charity
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