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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New Hope Student Designing Water Treatment System for African Hospital
New Hope resident and Cedarville University engineering student Matthew Shiel is working with a team of students to bring clean water to a hospital in Zimbabwe, writes Jeff Werner for…
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Richboro’s Athletes Helping Athletes Supporting Kids with Special Needs
Since 2002, Richboro-based Athletes Helping Athletes has been supporting young people with special needs, giving them a place to form relationships and build self-confidence, reports Erin Coleman for NBC 10 Philadelphia. …
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Guidemark: Paving Success, Together
Guidemark, a Souderton-based pavement contractor, plays a vital role in keeping Eastern Pennsylvania moving by ensuring all roadways have the proper traffic markings. With more…
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Mobile Order Pickup Windows Replacing Wawa Drive-Thrus
Wawa is abandoning its drive-thru experiment, replacing it with mobile order pickup windows called Fly Thrus, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. The Delaware…
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Art, History, Haunts and River Views: This Bucks County Town is America’s ‘Coolest Suburb’
More of Pennsylvania’s 43 million visitors are including a small town in Bucks County as part of their itinerary, visiting America’s coolest suburb, writes Mona…
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Ringing True: Plumsteadville’s Malmark Crafts Handbells for the World
Plumsteadville is home to Malmark Bellcraftsmen, one of only two handbell makers in the country that have crafted their musical instruments for over 50 years, writes JD Mullane…
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New Age-Restricted Community Could Be Coming to Upper Southampton
Upper Southampton officials have received preliminary plans for a new age-restricted community on a 20-acre site along Stump Road, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks…
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Altomonte’s Founder Awarded One of Italy’s Highest Civilian Honors
The founder of Altomonte’s Italian Market & Bakery in Doylestown, Franceschina “Franca” Grispino, was recently awarded one of Italy’s highest civilian honors, writes Jeff Werner for…
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Take a Trip Along the Bucks County Ale Trail and Visit These Can’t-Miss Spots
If you’re looking for a fun weekend activity, take a journey along the Bucks County Ale Trail and visit some of the best breweries and taprooms around…
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Holy Family University to Honor Theologian Ilia Delio and Health-Equity Leader Lorina Marshall-Blake
Holy Family University will grant two honorary Doctors of Humane Letters at its upcoming commencement ceremony on May 16. Sister Ilia Delio, a Franciscan Sister…
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Upper Makefield Inn Seeks Spot Among Best Bed and Breakfasts Nationwide
Inn at Bowman’s Hill in Upper Makefield is among 20 charming getaways in the running to be named one of the top ten bed-and-breakfasts in…
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These Bucks County Towns Are Considered Some of the Best in the Philadelphia Region
Known for its unique and popular small towns, Bucks County is home to two towns that are considered the best of the best in the…
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Central Bucks Hires Great Valley Assistant Superintendent as Next Leader
Joanna Wexler, currently assistant superintendent in the Great Valley School District, has been hired as the next superintendent of the Central Bucks School District, writes…
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Shop More Sustainably with These Eco-Friendly Options Around Bucks County
For the environmentally conscientious, there are lots of ways to take steps toward a more sustainable and greener lifestyle. With Earth Day coming up next week, there…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Employees Celebrate Earth Day with Tree Planting at Hildacy Preserve
Aqua Pennsylvania partnered with Natural Lands for an important floodplain restoration project along Crum Creek at Hildacy Preserve in Media, Delaware County. The event was…
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Bucks County 150,000-Square-Foot Shopping Center Listed for Sale
Yardley’s Prickett Preserve shopping center, anchored by Wegmans, has been put on the market, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to JLL’s…
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Bensalem Mayor Discusses Future Redevelopment of Neshaminy Mall
According to Bensalem Mayor Joe DiGirolamo, the redevelopment of Neshaminy Mall is making headway, with major changes planned for the property, writes Lacey Latch for…
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Band Formed by Hooters Drummer, Levittown Native Performing at Event
While most rock and roll bands in the area were forced to travel to New York to secure the attention of record labels, The Hooters were bringing labels…
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