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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Newtown Historic Association to Host Special Historical Exhibit Grand Opening
The Newtown Historic Association is launching a new exhibit detailing the history of Newtown on Saturday, Oct. 18 at the Half-Moon Inn (Court Inn), writes…
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Want to Be in Pennsylvania’s 1%? Here’s the Income You’ll Need
To rank in the top one percent of earners in Pennsylvania, residents need an income of $605,333, which is the 24th highest total in the…
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Doylestown’s Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center to Expand with New Laboratory
The Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center of Bucks County is planning to add a new laboratory and office building on a lot across from its Doylestown campus,…
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Furlong Stone Farmhouse Blends Historic Charm with Expansive Property
A charming 18th-century stone farmhouse elegantly combines family-friendly comfort with a deep sense of heritage, set amid the lush greenery in Furlong, writes Vasila Khurshid…
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State Park in Pipersville Offers Gorgeous Views and Impressive 200-Foot Cliffs
One of Pipersville’s hidden gems is Ralph Stover State Park, a 45-acre marvel with stunning views, impressive cliffs and beautiful waterways, writes Claire Allard for…
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Robert Ridge Park in Newtown Gets New Pollinator Garden Thanks to Volunteers
Robert Ridge Park in Newtown is getting a new garden with the help of dozens of local volunteers, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. Around…
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Toll Brothers Temporarily Stops Sales at $2M Lyondale Meadows Homes in Newtown
Toll Brothers temporarily halted sales at its 45-home Lyondale Meadows community in Newtown, with prices starting at $1.6 million, after demand was overwhelming, writes Paul…
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Sprig & Vine, New Hope Vegan Staple for 15 Years, Closing Its Doors
Sprig & Vine, a vegan restaurant in New Hope that has been a community staple for 15 years, will permanently close its doors on Oct.…
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Warminster’s Drive and Thrive Brings Community Together at Car Show Event
Warminster’s Drive and Thrive, a nonprofit dedicated to providing support to the community through transportation, recently hosted their annual car show on Oct. 4 in…
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Sailor and Bensalem High School Graduate Returns to Alma Mater for Event
As part of their Homecoming 250 celebrations, the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps recently visited Bensalem High School to surprise students, reports Nikki DeMentri for…
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Locals Decorate Downtown Newtown’s Storefronts with Halloween Window Art
In preparation for Newtown’s annual Halloween Parade, locals painted store windows in the business district for the Halloween Art Scene contest, writes Jeff Werner for…
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Shapiro’s Pennsylvania Data Center Push Presents a Climate Conflict
Governor Josh Shapiro’s initiative to establish Pennsylvania as a leading data center hub is generating a conflict with the state’s climate leadership objectives, writes Jordan…
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Southampton Developer Teams Up with Philly Firm for Boutique Rental Project in Old City
Southampton-based Core Development and Philadelphia-based property manager Host Aid have joined forces to open The Diplomat, a boutique stay property in Old City, writes Emma…
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New Hope Resident Opens Skincare Studio at Buckingham’s Solebury Club
Remy Weil, a licensed esthetician from New Hope, recently opened a new skincare studio, Remy Esthetics, in Buckingham’s Solebury Club, writes Jeff Werner for the…
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Newtown Rotary Club to Host Bike Drive to Support International Communities
The Newtown Rotary Club is supporting the New Jersey-based nonprofit Pedals for Progress by hosting a used bicycle collection on Sunday, Oct. 18, writes Jeff…
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After a Nine-Month Hiatus, Lil’ Dom’s Pizzeria Returns to Doylestown
After a nine-month closure, Lil’ Dom’s Pizzeria has returned to Doylestown at its new location in Hart Square on South Main Street, writes Jeff Werner…
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Falls Township Police Rename Donation Drive for Mental Health, Homeless Advocate
The DASH donation drive is being renamed by Falls Township police in recognition of mental health and homeless advocate Christopher Cramp, writes Jo Ciavaglia for…
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Here Are the Best Places in Bucks County to Pick a Pumpkin This Fall
If you’re looking to pick some pumpkins to carve and decorate this fall, there are plenty of spots in Bucks County that you can explore…
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