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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Oscar Hammerstein Museum Celebrates the Legendary Lyricist’s 130th Birthday
The Oscar Hammerstein Museum in Doylestown will be hosting musical events on July 12 and 13 during their scheduled tours in celebration of the famous…
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Check Out These Restaurants with Tasty Vegan Options in Bucks County
Those looking for some vegan-friendly food options in Bucks County can find an array of restaurants, cafes and shops offering tasty menu items, writes Kaitlin…
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Rothman Orthopaedics, Dimension Ortho Partner on New Personalized Bracing Technology
Philadelphia-based Rothman Orthopaedics and Dimension Ortho have partnered together on new technology to develop new personalized bracing technology, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business…
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Bucks County’s Grand View Health Joins St. Luke’s University Health Network
Grand View Health, the last independent hospital system in Bucks County, joined St. Luke’s University Health Network less than a year after beginning discussions on…
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Demolition Starts on Former Doylestown Borough Hall for New Boutique Hotel
Demolition has started on the former Doylestown Borough Hall at 57 West Court Street to clear the site for a new four-story boutique hotel, writes…
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Bucks County Head Start Programs Receive $5.8M in Federal Funding
The Administration for Children and Families and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services granted the Bucks County Intermediate Unit funding for its Early…
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Spring Mill Country Club in Ivyland Remains in Family After Trading Hands for $9M
Erik Travers and Jamie Walters acquired Spring Mill Country Club in Ivyland for $9 million, keeping it in the same family since 1986, writes Ryan…
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Redevelopment of Former Levittown School Could Bring 89 Residential Units
The ten-acre former site of Abraham Lincoln Elementary School in Levittown could soon be developed into 89 age-qualified residential units, writes Lacey Latch for the…
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Here’s How a Deleted Facebook Comment on Yardley Borough Page Led to First Amendment Violation
A federal judge has ruled that Yardley officials violated a resident’s First Amendment rights by deleting a critical comment from the borough’s Facebook page, writes…
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Shapiro Administration Grants $700K to Bucks County Farms, Food Manufacturers
The Shapiro Administration is providing $21 million in federally funded grants to 77 farms and food manufacturers across the Commonwealth, including three in Bucks County.…
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After Tearing ACL, Bucks County Student Athlete Turns to New Treatment Method
Nicholas Pohorilenko, a rising high school senior from Bucks County, had his high school football career saved by a new piece of medical technology, reports…
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Explore These Beautiful Nature Trails Across Bucks County This Summer
Outdoor enthusiasts can find plenty of fun nature trails and parks to explore in and around Bucks County, writes staff for the Patch. Peace Valley…
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Foundations Community Partnership Awards Scholarships to Outstanding Bucks County Students
In collaboration with each of Bucks County’s public, technical, and charter high schools, Foundations Community Partnership announced its 2025 scholarship recipients. School administrators and guidance…
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How SEPTA Fare Hikes and Service Cuts Will Impact Bucks County
With SEPTA’s board approving its fiscal year 2026 operating budget, cuts to critical public transportation services throughout the region, including Bucks County, are now set…
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Central Bucks Approves Property Tax Rebate Program to Support Residents
The Central Bucks School District recently approved a new Property Tax Rebate Program designed to provide financial relief to senior citizens, individuals with disabilities, low-income…
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New Swim School Set to Open Outside the Oxford Valley Mall This July
The former Ground Round in Middletown, located outside the Oxford Valley Mall, is being converted into a Goldfish Swim School, writes JD Mullane for the…
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Bucks County Man Secures Cancer Medication After Insurance Denial
Bucks County resident Paul O’Hara was quick to react when his health insurer claimed they couldn’t cover his prescription cancer medication, writes Joshua Sidorowicz for…
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Celebrate The Fourth of July with a Bang at These Bucks County Fireworks Shows
Those looking to celebrate this year’s Fourth of July can find fireworks shows all across Bucks County, writes staff for 6abc. Styer Orchard is hosting…
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