Plumstead residents fight food waste plant proposal – Bucks Round-Up – October 3, 2025
Plumstead residents fight food waste plant proposal
Plumstead Township residents are rallying against a Connecticut-based company’s plan to bring a food processing facility to Potters Lane. Bright Feeds, which converts discarded food into animal feed, has touted its technology as sustainable and efficient. But neighbors say the company’s first plant in Connecticut has been plagued with foul odors and noise, raising alarm about the Bucks County proposal. More than 400 residents have joined a group called Friends Against Bright Feeds, which has raised $25,000 for legal action and outreach. Both Republican and Democratic township supervisor candidates have voiced opposition, citing concerns over odor, traffic, and quality of life. A zoning hearing scheduled for Tuesday could determine the project’s next steps.
Business owner accused of exploiting teenage employees
The Bucks County District Attorney’s Office is asking potential victims to come forward in a case involving a Quakertown Farmer’s Market shop owner accused of preying on teen girls. Police say Joseph Michael Grossman, 36, owner of Poppy’s Peanuts, harassed a 17-year-old employee with unwanted touching and comments before offering her money and marijuana in exchange for sex after she quit. A second woman later reported similar treatment, including being given drugs. Grossman faces charges of promoting prostitution of a minor and corruption of minors. A judge recently held all charges for trial. He is currently free on bail. Investigators believe additional victims may exist and encourage anyone with information to contact Richland Township Police.
Two arrested in separate child predation stings in Bensalem
Bensalem Township Police arrested two men in unrelated cases after each attempted to arrange sexual encounters with children online. George Shetzline, 54, of Bristol, allegedly sent explicit images and tried to meet a girl he believed to be 12. He was taken into custody after hiding from officers in his apartment. Separately, police say David Sheregi, 31, of Bethlehem, engaged in graphic conversations with someone he thought was a 13-year-old girl, even suggesting a second man join in. Sheregi drove to Bensalem to meet her and was arrested. Both men are being held at the Bucks County Correctional Facility on high bail as police continue efforts to protect minors from online predators.
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