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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Borough Council Approves Plans for New Retail Space in Downtown Doylestown
At its September meeting, Doylestown Borough Council approved Worth & Worth’s preliminary plans as final plans to redevelop 159 to 161 West State Street, writes…
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Phillies Pitcher and Bucks County Native Surprised by Former Teacher at Game
West Rockhill Township native Lou Trivino, the relief pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies, shared a special moment with a fan at a recent game, writes…
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Iron Hill Brewery Shuts Down Abruptly, Including Newtown Location
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant shut down abruptly, including its Newtown location, leading breweries across the region and the state to step up and assist…
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New Senior Affordable Housing Project Nearing Completion in Bristol Township
The Lighthouse on Norton Avenue, an affordable housing project for seniors, is nearing completion and getting the final touches in Bristol Township, writes Lacey Latch…
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Low-Waste Retail Shop in Yardley Offers Eco-Friendly Shopping Experience
The Yardley Refillery is a low-waste retail shop where locals can visit to get everything they need at an affordable price while protecting the environment,…
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WWII Veteran from Bristol Celebrates 101st Birthday, Reflects on His Life
World War II veteran Joe D’Emidio of Bristol recently celebrated his 101st birthday at Parx Casino in Bensalem, arriving in a special motorcade escort, reports…
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Flourish Cafe, Located in Newtown and Holland, Unveils Revamped Menu
Flourish Cafe, located in Holland and Newtown, recently refreshed its menu with tasty new options, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. “We’ve freshened things…
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Doylestown’s Village Improvement Association Shifts Focus to Mental Health
The Village Improvement Association of Doylestown will be turning its efforts to improving mental health in the area through a new initiative, writes Ed Doyle…
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New Convenience Store Brings Easy Shopping to Downtown Doylestown
Doylestown recently welcomed a new Sparta convenience store, located close to the Justice Center and the county administration building, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.…
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Expanded Home in Bristol Township Draws Strong Interest Despite High Price
An expanded home on Kenwood Drive South in Levittown has been drawing strong interest from buyers despite the steep asking price of $749,900, in an…
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2nd Ave Thrift Superstore in Fairless Hills Is a True Treasure Hunter’s Paradise
The gigantic 2nd Ave Thrift Superstore in Fairless Hills is a true paradise for treasure hunters and redefines what thrift stores can be, writes James…
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Where Dance Meets the Undead: Dracula’s Lair to Arrive in New Hope
New Hope’s Roxey Ballet is partnering with Doylestown’s VAMPA Museum for a special Dracula-inspired event this October, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Visitors will…
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Bucks County Sees Population Growth. These Towns Are Leading the Charge
Bucks County added approximately 3,616 people between 2020 and 2024, marking what could become a rare population increase, according to U.S. Census Bureau estimates, writes…
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Exclusive Dining Event Featuring Anthony Bourdain’s Fixer to be Held in Lahaska
On Oct. 10, Zamir Gotta, the famed fixer and friend of the late Anthony Bourdain, will be hosting a special event at Caleb’s American Kitchen…
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Million-Dollar Homes Nearly Quadruple in Philly Area Amid Skyrocketing Prices
Greater Philadelphia remains among the more affordable metropolitan areas in the nation, but skyrocketing prices have rapidly increased the number of million-dollar homes in the…
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Weekend Wanderer: It Is Not, in Fact, Dinnertime
There was a long day this summer in which I functioned as co-pilot while my son drove an hour and a half to his camp…
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Pennsbury School District Wants to Build New $279M High School, Here Is What It Could Cost Taxpayers
Pennsbury School District recently presented its plans to build a new $279 million high school at a public hearing, with opinions generally split on the…
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Two Local Eateries Among Seven Great Italian Restaurants in Philadelphia’s Suburbs
While Philadelphia’s suburbs boast plenty of Italian restaurants serving delicious food, a few truly stand out – including two in Bucks County, writes Hira Qureshi…
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