Tag: Bucks County

Covering an area of 622 square miles just north of Philadelphia along the banks of the Delaware River, Bucks County, with a population of 646,538, is the fourth-most populous county in Pennsylvania.

Founded in November 1682, Bucks County is one of the three original counties created by William Penn. Named after Buckinghamshire in England, it played a significant role in American history, including George Washington’s crossing of the Delaware River during the American Revolutionary War.

Explore our archive of nearly 2,000 stories about Bucks County’s residents, schools, and businesses below:

Jennifer Martin, Executive Director of Washington Crossing Historic Park.Nonprofit

Bucks County Nonprofits Receive $36K in Grants to Support Youth and Families

Nine Bucks County nonprofits have received grants from Foundations Community Partnership through its Partnership in Youth Services program, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch.  

These…

Jalil Bethea at press conference for McDonald's All AmericanSports

Jalil Bethea Named Pennsylvania 6A Basketball Player of the Year: A Look at His Stellar Season 

Archbishop Wood senior Jalil Bethea has been named Pennsylvania State Boys Basketball Class 6A Player of the Year, adding another accolade to his impressive high…

Circuit TrailsOutdoors

Celebrate Trails at Eight Greater Philadelphia Events on the Circuit Trails This Saturday

This Saturday, April 27, is Celebrate Trails Day, an annual spring celebration of America’s trails. Started by Rails to Trails Conservancy in 2013, the…

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Governor Shapiro Announces $274 Million Investment in Pennsylvania Water Infrastructure

Bucks County is among the 22 counties in Pennsylvania that Governor Josh Shapiro is investing $274 million in for water infrastructure improvements.  

This funding, managed…

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Here are the Best Bucks County High Schools in Pennsylvania  

Five Bucks County high schools made the top fifty in Pennsylvania, according to U.S. News and World Report.  

The report calculated the rankings based…

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How High Schoolers in Pennridge School District Are Teaching Younger Students to Combat Bullying 

High school students in Bucks County are stepping up as role models through the Pennridge School District’s anti-bullying program, which empowers them to…

A man standing in front of a screen with a chart is guiding three men sitting at a table through a presentation.Entrepreneurship

SCORE Bucks County Offers Wide Variety of May Biz Webinars

In an ongoing effort to keep the small business community informed, SCORE Bucks County will offer 15 May business webinars, educational workshops for entrepreneurs and…

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Bucks County Lake Listed as One of the Best Spots for Bass Fishing in Pennsylvania

A lake in Bucks County is being recognized as one of the best spots in the state for a long-beloved outdoor activity. Brian Whipkey…

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Tesla Dealership Property in Warminster Listed for $19 Million 

The property hosting Warminster’s Tesla dealership has been listed for sale at nearly $19 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal.  

The…

old photo of Holiday HouseSellersville

Sellersville’s Holiday House was Once Refuge for Philadelphia Families 

The historic Sellersville and West Rockhill in Upper Bucks County, known for their joint management of Holiday House, have transformed a summer retreat with a…

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From Gelato to Italian Ice: Here are the Best Dessert Spots in Bucks County

Bucks County is brimming with delightful dessert destinations, offering an array of sweet treats to satisfy any craving, writes Kristen Kwiatkowski for Eater Philadelphia.  Locals…

Jennifer Martin, Washington Crossing Historic Park’s Executive Director, posing in front of the artifact that will be used to develop a multi-sensory interpretive experience for blind/visually impaired visitors.Nonprofit

Foundations Community Partnership Dedicates Grant Cycle to 'New' Nonprofits

Foundations Community Partnership (FCP) recently awarded its spring Partnership in Youth Services (PYS) Grant to nine nonprofits serving children, young adults, and families in Bucks…

Bucks County Wine Wagon busBeer, Wine & Spirits

Join the Wine Wagon for a Hassle-Free Tour of Bucks County’s Finest Wineries

If you are looking for an easy way to visit several Bucks County wineries in the company of other oenophiles without having to worry about…

Natural Gas Safety ChallengeUtilities

PECO Rewards Two Bucks County Elementary Schools for Their Creativity with Natural Gas Safety

PECO recently recognized two Bucks County elementary schools with $5,000 grants for their student-created videos bringing PECO’s natural gas safety messaging to…

Sabrina CarpenterMusic

These Three Major Pop Stars Have Bucks County Roots

Three major pop stars who are known all around the world all grew up in Bucks County, writes Gianna for 94.5 PST.

Pink, whose…

Jeane VidoniBanking & Finance

Penn Community Bank's Jeane Vidoni To Lead PA Bankers’ Federal Government Relations Efforts

Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, has shared that President and CEO Jeane M. Vidoni has been named Chair of…

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Doylestown Estate With Historic Mill Incorporated Into Main Home Hits Market for $3.995M

An 18th-century Doylestown estate situated on almost ten lovely acres on the site of a historic mill that has been incorporated into the main…

Citadel Credit UnionBanking & Finance

Amidst Continued Growth, Citadel Credit Union Reinforces Commitment to the Communities It Serves

Citadel Credit Union is reinforcing its dedication to supporting the communities it serves across Chester, Bucks, Delaware, Montgomery, Lancaster, and Philadelphia counties through ongoing community…