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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Bucks County Opportunity Council Saves Community $1.7 Million with VITA Program
The Bucks County Opportunity Council (BCOC), a dedicated non-profit aimed at reducing poverty, celebrated a milestone with its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program this…
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Penn Community Bank Holding Region-Wide Day of Service Jun. 5
Penn Community Bank, the largest mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, will hold its third annual Day of Service on Wednesday, Jun. 5 from 2-5:00 PM.…
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Bucks County Community Gathers to Brainstorm Support for Immigrant Population at the Mercer Museum
About 50 people gathered at Mercer Museum in Doylestown to discuss how Bucks County can better support its growing immigrant population, writes Emily Neil for…
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Lingohocken Fire Company in Wrightstown Gets $10K Donation
Lingohocken Fire Company received a $10,000 grant from the Gene and Marlene Epstein Humanitarian Fund, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The fire company, which…
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Top Natural Swimming Spots Near Bucks County for Summer Fun
As the summer temperatures climb into the 90s, there are plenty of spots to take a plunge in Bucks County, write Sam Ruland and Grace…
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Green Family Foundation, Firstrust Bank Award $360,000 to 18 High School Seniors
For 55 years, the Green Family Foundation and Firstrust Bank have provided a pathway to achieving higher education for civic-minded high school seniors in the…
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Tesla Rings in First Bucks County Store with Grand Opening Ceremony
Tesla’s first store in Bucks County recently celebrated its grand opening in Warminster, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. The ceremony Thursday featured a…
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Audition for ‘Waking State’ in Bristol: Feature Film Seeks Local Talent
Bucks County is about to enter the spotlight as the feature film “Waking State” begins shooting in Bristol. The casting company Backstage has announced…
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PECO Celebrates 20 Years of Green Region Open Space Program with Nearly $3 Million to 400 Organizations
For the last 20 years, PECO, in partnership with Natural Lands, has supported local municipalities and nonprofits across Greater Philadelphia that are doing their part…
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Bucks County Tops Pennsylvania for Highest Teacher Salaries in 2023
Bucks County stands out in Pennsylvania for its top-ranking average teacher salary, as revealed by data from the National Education Association (NEA) and the Pennsylvania…
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Hear Ye, Hear Ye! Doylestown Hosts Bucks County’s Premiere Renaissance Faire This Fall
This fall, the first-ever Bucks County Renaissance Faire will be held in Doylestown Township, bringing a weekend full of festivities over Labor Day, writes Michele…
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This Bucks County Town is Considered the Best Place to Live if You Love Nature
Newtown is among the best places to live in the Philadelphia region if you love nature, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine. The town…
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Warehouse Boom in Palmer Township and Its Aftermath Should Sound Warning Bells Throughout The Region
The warehouse boom in Palmer Township, ten miles north of Pennsburg in Montgomery County, has its positive sides, but the effects it has had on…
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Bucks County Dominates PIAA District One Playoffs: Central Bucks East, Pennsbury, and More Qualify
The PIAA District One playoffs started this week, with plenty of Bucks County area teams finding their place among the qualifiers, Tom Moore for the…
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Where to Kayak and Canoe in Bucks County
Bucks County is offering a refreshing perspective on its scenic landscapes through a variety of kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding adventures, writes Michele Haddon for the…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Charming Post and Beam in Doylestown
A charming post-and-beam home set on 14.39 gorgeous acres with two bedrooms and two bathrooms is available for sale at 5033 Landisville Road in Doylestown.…
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SCORE Mentor Launches Small Business Resource Guide Tailored to Vets
Finding a job in a struggling economy can be challenging for individuals in various industries. Add in a return from military service and little or…
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Bucks County State Rep.’s New Bill Targets Plastic Bottle Waste with Innovative Water Stations
State Rep. Perry Warren of Bucks County has drafted a bill to combat the environmental issue of plastic bottle waste, prompted by a conversation with…
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