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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Foundations Community Partnership Board Welcomes New Member
Foundations Community Partnership (FCP), a philanthropic grant-making foundation supporting the behavioral health and human service needs of children, young adults, and families in Bucks County,…
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Here’s How Bucks County Superintendent Salaries Rank in the State
If you’re going to be a school superintendent, aim for Bucks County. According to a review of financial data from the Pennsylvania Department of Education,…
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New Owners Taking Over Bagel Barrel in Doylestown
Bagel Barrel, the popular Doylestown staple, will have new owners starting next month, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. The shop has…
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Bingo’s Foundation in Penndel Is Looking for Some Cat Lovers
Bingo’s Foundation in Penndell had a chance this past weekend to introduce their cats to a loving public at its first Clear the Shelters Day…
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SEPTA Reducing Remote Work for Office Employees
SEPTA will reduce the number of remote work days for its nonunion administrative workers from November 4, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According…
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Esthetician Calls SCORE Mentor ‘Prominent Figure’ in Her Business
In middle school, JaHannah Queen Mary Pitchford turned to makeup as a confidence-building tool while enduring school bullying. “I started playing around with makeup and…
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MaGerk’s Pub & Grill Expands to Bucks and Montgomery Counties with New Location in Middletown Township
Horsham mainstay MaGerk’s Pub & Grill is expanding its presence in Bucks and Montgomery Counties with new locations in Middletown Township and Royersford, writes Dino…
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Pennsbury School District to Delay High School Start Times in 2025
To improve student well-being, the Pennsbury School District in Bucks County has decided to delay the start time for its high school. Currently beginning the…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Riverfront Brick Castle in Pipersville
A charming brick French castle-style home set on 0.31 acres with three bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Pipersville. …
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Newtown Company Agrees to Buy Miami Technology Consulting Firm for $630M
Newtown-based EPAM Systems, a global leader in software engineering and management with 52,000 employees across six continents, is acquiring technology consulting firm Neoris, based in…
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New Barnes & Noble Coming to Doylestown’s Barn Plaza
A new Barnes & Noble store will open its doors on September 4 at the Barn Plaza in Doylestown, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.…
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Pick Your Own Apples at These Bucks County Orchards for Peak Autumnal Fun
Several orchards in Bucks County offer you the chance to partake in peak autumnal fun by picking your own apples, write Hira Qureshi and Nick…
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AARP Pennsylvania, Bucks-Mont Collaborative, and United Way of Bucks County To Host Free Shredding Event Sept. 7
AARP Pennsylvania will host a free shredding event open to all members of the community on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM at the…
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Counselor at Yardley Middle School Donates Kidney In Order To Save Her Friend’s Life
A Bucks County resident recently underwent a major surgery to save a life, with her good friend benefitting from the act of kindness. Meredith Mann…
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Popular Philadelphia Sports Bar Expanding, Will Open New Location in Bensalem
A longtime Philadelphia sports bar will be opening its latest location in Bensalem, its first expansion into the Bucks County area. Staff writers at 94.5…
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After Beating Various Health Issues, Philadelphia Singer Launches New Bra Business From Her Bucks County Garage
Jessy Kyle, a Philadelphia singer is a three-time cancer survivor and is now venturing into the business world, write Stephanie Stahl and Brad Nau for…
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Capital Health Expands in Bucks County with New Yardley Office, Future Plans Uncertain
Capital Health is rapidly expanding its presence in Bucks County with the opening of its eighth physician practice, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business…
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Bucks County Named Best Place to Visit for a Fall Foliage
Bucks County has been named the top destination for fall foliage in 2024, according to Priceline’s travel search data, writes Joe Brandt for CBS News…
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