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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Sesame Place Philadelphia Selects Bucks County Native as New President
Langhorne’s Sesame Place Philadelphia recently selected Michael Taylor, a Bucks County native, to be the park’s new president, writes Damon C. Williams for USA Today. …
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End Of an Era: Owner of Bristol Irish Pub Ready to Retire, Building Hits Market
After 31 years running Phinny Magee’s, his Irish pub in Bristol, owner Max Magee is preparing to retire and has put the building up for…
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Doylestown Council Green Lights New 47-Room Boutique Hotel
During a recent meeting, the Doylestown Borough Council approved both preliminary and final land development plans for a 47-room boutique hotel at 57 West Court…
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Doylestown Native Helps Elevate NBC Sports Coverage With Cinematic Lens and Social Media
Doylestown native Alex Matcham, who spent nearly 18 years as a producer at NFL Films, is celebrating her first year as vice president of content…
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Beloved Mexican Restaurant in Holland Closing, Food Truck to Carry On
El Barrio Cantina & Tequila Bar at Village Shires Shopping Center in Holland will close its doors for good on Oct. 28, writes Jeff Werner…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: $5.5M Gorgeous Waterfront Colonial in New Hope
A waterfront colonial home on 0.29 acres with four bedrooms and four bathrooms is available for sale in New Hope. This exceptional residence blends timeless…
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Newtown Rotary Club Hosts Food Drive for the Wrightstown Food Cupboard
The Newtown Rotary Club is holding a food drive at Newtown’s McCaffrey’s Market this Saturday, Oct. 25, from 9 AM to 3 PM, to support…
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Aqua Pennsylvania’s Lead Service Line Replacement Program and Its Impact on Community Health
Every October, Lead Poisoning Prevention Week serves as a national reminder that protecting our drinking water systems isn’t just about improving infrastructure you can’t physically…
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Get a Hauntingly Delicious Meal from One of These Bucks County Inns
Three Bucks County restaurants and inns were included in a list of some of the best haunted spots to enjoy dinner from, writes Miles Hinton…
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Acclaimed Trumpet Player Offers Lessons to Oxford Valley Elementary Students
Matt Gallagher, a renowned trumpet player, is teaching a new generation of musicians at Oxford Valley Elementary School in Fairless Hills, reports Eva Andersen for…
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Bucks County Pilot Wins Gold in National Champion Air Race in Roswell
Tom Marden, a pilot from Bucks County, won gold in the National Championship Air Race in Roswell, New Mexico, writes Melinda Rizzo for the Bucks…
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Holy Family University Announces Bold Vision Campaign
Holy Family University has officially launched its comprehensive campaign, ”Bold Vision: Empowering Futures. Transforming Lives.” To date, it has raised more than $20.2 million in…
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The Kim Rock Group, Penn Community Bank Partner for Annual Halloween Candy Drive
Penn Community Bank is helping to make a sweet difference this season through its partnership with The Kim Rock Group of Keller Williams Langhorne for…
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Eight Bucks County Companies Among Largest 150 Employers in Region
Eight Bucks County companies were among the 150 largest employers in Greater Philadelphia, writes Todd Romero for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Woods System of Care…
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Liberty Ministries Thrift Expands Footprint With New Hilltown Location
Liberty Ministries Thrift, a nonprofit thrift store, has expanded its footprint in the region with a new location in Hilltown Township, writes Ryan Kneller for…
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Paranormal Investigator Eric Mintel Explores Three Haunted Bucks County Spots
Paranormal investigator Eric Mintel and his team visited three supposedly haunted spots in Bucks County and recently shared their experiences, reports Jennaphr Frederick for FOX…
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This Scenic Trail Along the Delaware Canal Offers 60 Miles of Beauty
Pennsylvania boasts some of the best outdoor recreation spots in the country, one of them being the Delaware Canal Towpath Trail along the Delaware Canal,…
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Kathy Romano, Who Grew Up in Bucks County, Starts New Morning Show
Kathy Romano, who grew up in Bucks County, has joined B101 as its new morning show host four months after being laid off as co-host…
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