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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Meridian Bank House of the Week: $3.9M Charming Traditional in Doylestown
A traditional home on a 0.68-acre lot with four bedrooms and three full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Doylestown. This exquisite…
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One of Bucks County’s Most Famous Historical Events Will Soon Jingle in Your Pocket
Starting April 5, the coins from buying your morning paper or breakfast sandwich may have imagery that resonates with Bucks County residents, according to a press release from the U.S. Mint. …
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Bucks County Leadership: Jaime Simpson, Dean of Academic Programs, Manor College
Jaime Simpson, Dean of Academic Programs at Manor College, spoke with Bucksco Today about growing up in a blended family in Bucks County, where she…
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Southampton’s Kidology Expands Reach with New Mobile Therapy Bus
When Southampton’s Kidology founder Luba Patlakh Kaplun decided she wanted to extend her pediatric therapy service’s reach, she created a mobile therapy space, reports Wakisha Bailey…
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New Musical ‘Starstruck’ to Make World Premiere at Bucks County Playhouse
“Starstruck,” a new musical directed and choreographed by Lorin Latarro, is making its world premiere at the Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope, writes Michael…
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This Historic Bristol Landmark is the Oldest Inn in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania boasts many significant historical landmarks, including the King George II Inn in Bristol, which is the oldest operating inn in the state and one…
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Citadel Credit Union Donates $30K, Launches Food Drive to Support Families Impacted by Government Shutdown
In response to the federal government shutdown and the resulting reduction in SNAP food assistance, Citadel Credit Union is donating $30,000 to area food banks…
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Iconic Painting ‘George Washington Crossing the Delaware’ Celebrates American Leadership
The iconic painting “George Washington Crossing the Delaware” by Emanuel Leutze depicts General George Washington on a boat as he is leading his troops in…
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Bristol’s Sojo Industries Leverages Automation to Make Beverage Variety Packs
Sojo Industries, a robotic packing system company with a factory in Bristol, uses automation to produce beverage variety packs for numerous local favorite drinks, writes…
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New Bakery and Café Opens at Yardley’s Prickett Preserve Development
Paris Baguette, a café and bakery chain, has opened its first Bucks County location at the Prickett Preserve development in Yardley across from Shady Brook…
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Croydon’s Giovanni’s Dillicious Pickles Providing Free Food for Families in Need
As SNAP benefits are delayed and the federal government remains shut down, Giovanni’s Dillicious Pickles in Croydon has stepped up to help local families, reports…
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Doylestown Bookshop to Host Speakeasy Event with Drinks, Music and More
The Doylestown Bookshop is hosting its first Bookshop Speakeasy fundraising event for the Bucks County Book Festival on Wednesday, Nov. 12, from 6 to 8…
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Nominations Now Being Accepted as Citadel Credit Union Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Heart of Learning Awards
As autumn settles across Greater Philadelphia, the season of gratitude extends beyond pumpkin patches and falling leaves and reaches into classrooms, where extraordinary educators are…
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Meet Alfred D. ‘Fred’ Hagen, the Renaissance Man From Norwood
Alfred D. “Fred” Hagen is a modern-day renaissance man, a carpenter born in Norwood and raised in Delaware County who is among the nation’s most…
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Revolutionary War-Era Durham Boat Replica Heads to Bucks County
A replica of the boat that carried George Washington and his troops across the Delaware River is coming to Bucks County, thanks to a partnership…
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New Hope’s Gigi Hadid Gets Special Shoutout from Sabrina Carpenter During Concert
New Hope resident Gigi Hadid received a special shout-out during Sabrina Carpenter’s recent concert in Pittsburgh, writes Adrianne Reece for E! News. During Carpenter’s…
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Elementary Students Discover the Wild Side of Learning in Croydon Woods
Students from Keystone Elementary School recently joined Beth Clark of the Heritage Conservancy at Croydon Woods in Bristol as part of the school’s Nature Club…
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Oscar Hammerstein Museum Offers Tours of the Famed Lyricist’s Home
From now until the end of the year, the Oscar Hammerstein Museum and Theatre Education Center in Doylestown will offer weekend tours of the lyricist’s…
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