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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Warminster Man Remembered for Almost Inventing the First Working Automobile
A Warminster man is being remembered for “just missing” his chance to be the inventor of the first working automobile. Carl LaVO wrote about the…
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Doylestown Composer, Area Home Mentioned in Famous Songwriter’s Posthumous Memoir
The world-renowned composer and Doylestown native, Oscar Hammerstein, play a large role in a recently-published memoir by the late songwriter Mary Rodgers. Jeff Lunden wrote…
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Local Community College Foundation Offering Monetary Rewards for Select Students Through Raffle
A foundation through Bucks County Community College will be rewarding several students with monetary rewards to celebrate its 40th year. Jeff Werner wrote about the…
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Quakertown High School Student Wins Major Tennis Championship Held in Newtown
A Bucks County high school student recently one a major tennis championship. William Rampe wrote about the local champion for the Bucks County Herald. Max…
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Bensalem School District Installs Cameras on Buses to Ensure Students’ Safety
Following the injuries of a young girl and multiple complaints about children’s safety throughout the years, the Bensalem School District will be installing cameras on…
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Lenape Nation Makes Stops in Bucks County During Its Rising Nation River Journey in Quest for Recognition
The Lenape Nation made stops in Bucks County this weekend as part of its Rising Nation River Journey that aims to bring attention to its…
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See Which Local Areas Are Among the Top Ten Philadelphia Region Zip Codes with Largest Home Price Increases
Pipersville and Telford made a recent list of ten Philadelphia-area zip codes to see significant increases in housing prices back in July. Ryan Mulligan wrote…
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Actress, Product of the Bucks County School District, To Star in Upcoming Series on WWII Women’s Baseball League
A well-known actress with Bucks County roots will be acting in an upcoming series based on a women’s baseball league formed during World War II.…
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Newtown Township To Receive New Seafood Restaurant, Use Former Location of Corner Bakery Cafe
Newtown Township will see yet another restaurant grace the small town as a popular New Jersey seafood chain makes its debut in Bucks County. Jeff…
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Bucks County Park Removed Memorial for Their Late Son. The Family is Still Determined to Keep His Memory Alive
A local family was left confused and heartbroken after a Bucks County park removed the memorial for their late son. However, they are determined to…
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Bristol Native Mike Missanelli Joins Jenkintown-Based Sports News Outlet with New Show
Mike Missanelli, a well-known sports radio host and Bucks County native, will be joining a new sports news outlet for the upcoming Eagles season. Kevin…
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Bucks County Playhouse’s Upcoming Performance to See Big-Time Broadway Actors, Artists Grace the Stage
Several well-known Broadway actors and artists will be coming to New Hope to partake in an upcoming production at the Bucks County Playhouse. Lesli Marchertia…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Immaculate Country Manor in Jamison
A country manor in Jamison, built in the 1700’s, has gone up for sale. For those looking for a spacious and uniquely-Bucks County home, look…
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Yardley, Doylestown Spots Make List for Best Sunflower Farms in Philadelphia Region
Sunflower farms are an ideal spot to take perfect family photos and enjoy a beautiful day frolicking among gorgeous flowers. For people in the Philadelphia…
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PA CareerLink Bucks County Moves One-Stop Career Center to Trevose
PA CareerLink Bucks County has announced that they will be moving their career center to Trevose. A representative of the career-building organization went into detail…
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Upper Black Eddy Native, University of Delaware Linebacker Returns to Football Field After Injuries
A Blue Hen from Upper Black Eddy is returning to the field after recovering from severe injuries. Kevin Tresolini of Delaware News Journal wrote about…
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Local EMS Squads Facing Financial Crisis, Ask for State and Municipality Support
Local EMS squads spend their days responding to emergencies and saving lives, but now they are the ones that need saving, writes Davis Giangiulio for…
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Fairless Hills Nonprofit is Collecting School Supply Donations for Local Students
A Fairless Hills-based nonprofit is hosting an event that aims to collect school supplies for children in need in Bucks County. Justin Heinze wrote about…
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