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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Author Rick Van Noy Chronicles His Journey In Canoe Down Delaware River in New Book
Author Rick Van Noy took a canoe trip down the Delaware River with his dog, Sully, and chronicles their journey in his new book, Borne…
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Bucks County Leads Successful Push to Support Municipalities with Cemetery Costs
A bill that aims to ease the financial burdens of abandoned cemeteries has unanimously passed the House, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The bill,…
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Top 10 Pennsylvania Trail Gap Closed; Officials Celebrate Opening of Crossing on D&L Trail in Morrisville
Officials recently cut the ribbon on the 0.1-mile Bridge Street Crossing along the D&L Trail in Morrisville. The new segment, which consists of two ramps…
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Where to Sign Up for a Community Supported Agriculture Program in Bucks County
Community Supported Agriculture programs are a great way to support local farmers, and there are plenty to choose from in Bucks County and beyond, writes…
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Two Bucks County Breweries Among Top Ten with Most Highly Ranked Beers in Pennsylvania
The explosion of smaller and craft breweries over the last decade has given beer aficionados the chance to try a wider and, in some cases,…
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Bucks County Breakfast Sandwiches Rank Among Top in Philly Area
Quite a few Bucks County breakfast sandwiches have been ranked among the 50 best in the region, according to Michael Klein of The Philadelphia Inquirer.…
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Holy Family University, Buckley Construction, Building Trades Council Host Appreciation Luncheon for I-95 Workers
Holy Family University, in collaboration with Buckley Construction and the Building Trades Council, will host I-95 workers and their families from the Building Trades Council,…
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Golden Bachelor’s Susan Noles Bumps Into Brad Cooper for a Photo Op
Aston’s Susan Noles, a fan favorite from Golden Bachelor, is mingling these days with Hollywood gold, Oscar nominated Bradley Cooper, writes Lauren DuBois for The…
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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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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…
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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 celebration…
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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,…
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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…
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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 teach younger…
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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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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 site…
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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…
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