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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Doylestown Native Moves to Chicago to Head Catholic School’s Varsity Football Team
A Bucks County native is heading over to Chicago, where he will head the varsity football team at a Catholic high school. Tim O’Brien wrote…
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Newtown Native, Council Rock North Alum Making Waves in the Tennis World Out West
A former Council Rock High School North student has been receiving a lot of attention for her skills on the tennis court as she plays…
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Late Newtown Firefighter Devoted 65 Years Of His Life to Serve and Protect His Community
A firefighter with the Newtown Fire Association recently passed away, and he is being recognized for his decades of service and safety to his community.…
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Plumsteadville Farm Hosting a Sunflower-Picking Festival for Ukraine
A Bucks County farm is hosting a sunflower-picking event in an effort to aid the people of Ukraine. Matteo Iadonisi wrote about the fun event…
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Fallen Bristol Borough Trooper to be Honored at Second Annual ‘Unity Day’
A state trooper from Bristol Borough, who was killed in a car crash back in late March, will be honored during the second annual “Unity…
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‘Esports’ Gaming Activities Added To Doylestown YMCA’s Repertoire
In addition to the countless sports currently being offered, the Doylestown YMCA is now offering ‘esports’ programs for members. Ed Doyle wrote about the recent…
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Telford-Based Nut Butter Company Offers a Wide Variety of Fun Flavors
A Telford-based nut butter company is celebrating 10 years of fun favors for residents of Bucks County and beyond. Justin Backer wrote about the local…
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Late Pharmacist Called Levittown Her Home After Immigrating from South Korea
A widely-known and well-respected pharmacist, who passed away in July, is being remembered for calling Bucks County her home after immigrating from South Korea. Gary…
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Levittown Ice Cream Shop One of Many Nearby Spots Creating Unique Soft Serve Flavors
A Levittown ice cream shop has become known for offering several unique soft serve flavors for new and longtime clientele. Jenn Ladd got the scoop…
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Oscar Hammerstein Museum Gala Raises Funds in Effort to Purchase Property Owned by Namesake Theatrical Producer
A recent gala at the Oscar Hammerstein Museum was able to raise a large amount of funds in an effort to buy a property own…
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Dunkin’ Scholarship to Benefit Doylestown, Southampton H.S. Students with Their Education Finances
Dunkin’ of Greater Philadelphia — in conjunction with Scholarship America (a Minn.-based philanthropic organization) — has poured $100,000 in academic scholarships to 20 students around…
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‘Share The Road’ Law Could Save Lives During Upcoming Bike Race in Bucks County
Organizers of an upcoming bike race are hopeful that a bicycle safety law passed in 2012 will keep Bucks County riders safe. Wayne Fish wrote…
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Warminster Native One of Many Consumers Taking Notice of Busch Light’s Marketing, Branding
A Warminster native was one of several people who were recently interviewed about the efficacy of Busch Light’s marketing. Kate Bernot wrote about the local…
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Parx Casino Playing for Keeps as They Look to Secure a Multi-Story Hotel
Bensalem’s Parx Casino is looking for a jackpot as they work to secure a large hotel that would be near their popular establishment. Damon C.…
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Warrington Township Police Department K9 Captures Fourth Suspect of the Summer
A K9 from the Warrington Township Police Department has captured his fourth suspect of the summer. Jeff Werner wrote about the brave dog for the…
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Bucks County Leadership: Anne M. Prisco, President, Holy Family University
Anne Prisco, the president of Holy Family University, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up in Brooklyn and how being the daughter of a first-generation…
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Doylestown Native Working on a Series About the Infamous Bucks County Gang
A Bucks County filmmaker is currently working on a series covering the exploits and history of the Doan Gang, a group of British spies who…
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Tragic Story of Pennsbury Brothers Highlighted in New Book on ‘Raw Deal That America Has Given Young People’
A new book covering the American college debt crisis features the story of two brothers who graduated from Pennsbury High School. Will Bunch wrote about…
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