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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Dateline NBC Uncovers Decades-Old Cold Case Surrounding Bristol Township Mother Joy Hibbs
After remaining unsolved for over three decades, the murder of Joy Hibbs is now featured on “Dateline NBC,” writes Jo Ciavaglia for Bucks County Courier…
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Famous Southern Chicken Chain Opening First PA Location in Tullytown
The beloved southern chicken franchise Zaxbys is opening its very first location in Pennsylvania this spring at the former Crossroads Tavern in Tullytown Borough, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. The fast-casual franchise…
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This Sellersville Thrift Store Has Everything You Need and More
Sellersville’s Pink City Thrift Store & Nursery is a magical second-hand store offering low-priced items perfect for those looking to expand their wardrobe and decor,…
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The Show Will Go on at These Performing Arts Theaters in Bucks County
Whether you’re looking for a production to enjoy on a rainy day or an acting workshop to help improve your skills, Bucks County is home to several performing…
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Royalty Dispute Puts Future of Langhorne’s Sesame Place at Risk
Sesame Place in Langhorne faces an uncertain future after Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit that owns the Sesame Street brand, has accused the park’s owner, SeaWorld,…
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Family Bought Farmhouse in Bucks County That Needed Saving and Kept Adding to It Over Years
When looking for a new home for their family, Jim and Connie Martin found a stone farmhouse in Bucks County they liked, but knew it…
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Six Bucks County Schools Make List of Top High Schools in Pennsylvania
U.S. News & World Report recently released its 2025–2026 Best High School Rankings list, which included six Bucks County schools in its top 100 in…
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Italian Restaurant in Newtown Seeks Approval to Expand Operations
Vecchia Osteria, a well-loved Italian spot in Newtown, is looking to grow its footprint pending approval from the local zoning board, writes Jeff Werner for…
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Restaurant in Doylestown Transforms Dining Room into Vibrant Modern Space
Maxwell’s On Main in Doylestown has transformed the first-floor dining room of its historic two-level venue into a vibrant, modern space, writes Jeff Werner for…
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Bucks County School Districts Take Different Paths on Generative AI Tools
Bucks County school districts are exploring different approaches to generative AI in the classroom, testing strategies as the technology spreads quickly among students, write Naomi…
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Premier Indoor Pickleball Club in Newtown Gives All Skill Levels a Place to Play
For pickleball fans looking for a place to hone their skills and elevate their game, The Picklr in Newtown is the perfect spot to visit, reports Jennaphr Frederick for FOX 29…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: $2.5M Lovely Farmhouse in New Hope
A farmhouse on 4.37 acres with four bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms is available for sale in New Hope. This elegantly refreshed residence…
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Original Rosie the Riveter Celebrates 100th Birthday with a Special Goal
Levittown’s Mae Krier, one of the original Rosie the Riveter icons, is celebrating her 100th birthday this year, and she has a special goal to commemorate the milestone, writes…
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The Public-Private Partnership Required to Remove Forever Chemicals From Your Water
In more than 35 years working in water and wastewater operations, I’ve watched this industry transform in ways I never saw coming — and the…
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The Washington Post Ranks Doylestown Pizzeria Best in State for Neapolitan Slices
A popular pizzeria in Doylestown has been listed as the best spot in Pennsylvania for Neapolitan-style pizza and more. Dylan Moriarty, Andrew Van Dam, Amanda Finnegan, and Gabe…
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Doylestown Biotech Targets Neonatal Lung Disease With Vitamin A Therapies
Doylestown-based Advent Therapeutics has been working on vitamin A therapy aimed at preventing chronic lung disease in premature infants, a condition with few modern treatments,…
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New P.J. Whelihan’s Replacing Newtown’s Iron Hill Clears Final Hurdle
P.J. Whelihan’s Pub and Restaurant is scheduled to open in Newtown this spring, after receiving final approval from the township’s board of supervisors last week,…
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Bucks County Leadership: Broc Sandelin, Dean of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Delaware Valley University
Broc Sandelin, Dean of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences at Delaware Valley University, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about small-town life in Lewis, Kan., working on the…
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