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.
Address: 55 East Court Street, Doylestown, PA 18901
Phone: (215) 348-6000
Explore our archive of nearly 200 stories about Bucks County’s residents, schools, and businesses below:
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Victoria Nedza Empowers Others with Disabilities, Speaking at Schools and Capitol Hill
After finally receiving answers about her own condition, Bucks County mom Victoria Nedza has become an advocate for people with disabilities, reports Matteo Iadonisi for…
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Hellerick’s Adventure Farm Celebrates Seven Generations with New Attractions
Hellerick’s Adventure Farm in Doylestown is filled with attractions that make it the perfect adventure destination for the entire family in the fall, reports Timothy…
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Taste What’s New: Bucks County’s Latest Restaurant Additions
Newcomers to the Bucks County restaurant scene have something to offer to a diverse mix of appetites, including somebody looking for a new favorite food…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Attractive $1.4M Custom-built Colonial in Perkasie
An attractive custom-built colonial home set on 13.89 acres with six bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Perkasie. .…
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Penn Community Bank Opens Second Lehigh Valley Location in Bethlehem
Penn Community Bank recently celebrated the grand opening of its second Lehigh Valley location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Bethlehem. The new financial center, located…
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Here’s the Level of Climate Change Risk for Bucks County Homeowners
While climate change poses a major risk to homeowners across the country, both in terms of safety and home value, Bucks County is among the…
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Moody’s Ratings Upgrades Doylestown Health’s Credit Rating
Moody’s Ratings raised Doylestown Health’s credit rating last week, upgrading it from B3 to B2, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Bucks County…
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Philadelphia Stallions, Ready to Make Their Debut at Parx Racing
The National Thoroughbred League’s Philadelphia Stallions, the region’s youngest professional sports team, are ready to make their debut when they host the NTL Philadelphia Cup…
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Chalfont Girl Who Raised Awareness for Lung Cancer Now Battling Cancer Herself
Chalfont ten-year-old Frankie Wilson, who became a cancer advocate five years ago following her father’s diagnosis, has also now been diagnosed with cancer, writes Jordan…
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Science Could Solve 1962 Bucks County Murder of Carol Dougherty
One of the oldest and most disturbing unsolved cases in Bucks County – the murder of Carol Ann Dougherty – could finally be solved if…
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Vampire and Paranormal Museum in Doylestown: A Spooky Season Must-Visit
The Vampire and Paranormal Museum in Doylestown is the perfect place to visit during the spooky season, writes Emily Neil for the WHYY. The grounds…
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Young Phillies Fan From Warminster Goes Viral After Playful Taunts Toward the Houston Astros
A young Phillies fan from Bucks County went viral in 2022 after a video of him taunting the Astros made the rounds on the internet.…
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Two Bucks County Brands Make List of Nation’s 400 Largest Franchises
Two brands with Bucks County roots are among the 400 largest franchises in the United States, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The…
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Friendly Competition, Camaraderie Abound in At-home Bubble Hockey League in Bensalem
An at-home bubble hockey league in Bensalem gathers over a dozen local men for games filled with friendly competition and camaraderie, reports Bill Rohrer for…
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McDonald’s Flagship Sandwich That Made Its Debut in Pennsylvania Nearly 6 Decades Ago Gets New Variant
Big Mac, a flagship McDonald’s sandwich that made its debut in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, in April 1967, now has a new chicken variant, writes Roshan Fernandez…
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The Power of Women Voters 50+: AARP Reveals How Women in Pa. Will Influence the Presidential Election
Women over 50 account for almost one-third (29 percent) of likely voters overall and more than half (53 percent) of likely voters 50-plus in the…
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Bella Sicily Owner Passes the Torch After Half a Century of Making Pizza
Anthony Picone, a native of Sicily and owner of Bella Sicily in Morrisville, is passing on the torch to his daughter and son-in-law after 51…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: A Tranquil $4.5M Ottsville Haven
A beautiful traditional home on 43.03 stunning acres with three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Ottsville. XXX XXX…
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