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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Bucks County Singles Are Ditching the Apps for This Husband-and-Wife Matchmaking Team
Julia Gold spent years on dating apps. The results were grim. “I had no luck for years. And I had horrible, horrible dates,” she said.…
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Before They Were Famous: The Stars Who Got Their Start at Bucks County Playhouse
The Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope has played an outsized role in American entertainment. For decades, actors have stepped onto the stage at Bucks…
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Rare Dimes in Bucks County Could Be Worth up to $1,000
Coins missing a vital mintmark are not a dime a dozen. But these rare dimes circulating Bucks County could actually be worth $1,000, writes Greg Vellner…
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These Three Bakeries Are Some of Bucks County’s Best
The Philadelphia suburbs, Bucks County included, is filled with bakeries selling delectable bakes like freshly baked cakes, cookies, and cinnamon rolls, writes Hira Qureshi for…
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New Hope’s Bradley Cooper Shares His Story as a Caregiver in New Documentary
New Hope resident Bradley Cooper shared his experience as a caregiver in a new documentary that recently hit streaming on PBS, writes Molly McVety for…
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Before Hollywood, Bradley Cooper Was Just a Kid From Jenkintown
Movie stars are usually packaged as larger-than-life figures. Untouchable. Manufactured somewhere far away from normal life. Bradley Cooper never really fit that mold. Even at…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: A Tranquil $4.350M Retreat in Riegelsville
Nestled in the tranquil landscapes of Riegelsville in the northeastern corner of Bucks County, 820 Spring Hill Road stands as a harmonious blend of refined…
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Data Centers Planned in Falls Township, West Rockhill: What Residents Need to Know, and Local Officials Are Saying
Data centers are coming to Bucks County, and residents in Falls Township and West Rockhill are taking notice, according to The Keystone. Amazon plans to…
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Sellersville Native Wins Pulitzer Prize Special Citation for Epstein Reporting
Sellersville native Julie K. Brown received a Pulitzer Prize special citation this week for her reporting on the Jeffrey Epstein case, writes Jason Nark for…
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More Than Charming: Doylestown Offers Retirees a Daily Life Most Towns Can’t Match
A recent WorldAtlas article highlights a range of communities across the state in its list of the 10 Best Small Towns to Retire in Pennsylvania,…
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‘Walk the Path to Freedom’: Gather Place Launches Abolitionist Trail Anchor for America’s 250th Anniversary
Gather Place has announced the launch of its Abolitionist Trail Anchor in celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary, as part of the Bucks250PA Revolutionary Trail initiative.…
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Where to Find the Best Sandwiches in Bucks County, From Doylestown to Richboro
Bucks County boasts an abundance of lunch hotspots that serve a variety of delicious sandwiches. Here’s where to find the best sandwiches in Bucks County,…
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Secret Cave Used by Revolutionary War Outlaws Discovered and Excavated in Buckingham Township
A secret cave that used to house Revolutionary War outlaws – British spies and armed thieves also known as the Doan gang – was recently…
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Doylestown Health Names New CEO as Penn Medicine Integration Continues
A major leadership move is reshaping Bucks County’s healthcare landscape. Dr. Craig Gronczewski has been named the next CEO of Doylestown Health, stepping into the…
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Conwell-Egan and Holy Ghost Prep Headline 2026 Bucks County High School Baseball Season
High expectations are building for both Holy Ghost Prep and Conwell-Egan Catholic High School as the 2026 high school baseball season unfolds across the region,…
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Doylestown’s Haring Brothers Meats Named One of the Best Butcher Shops in Pennsylvania
One Bucks County spot is among 41 prime butchers and meat markets in Pennsylvania that are offering a cut above to their communities, writes Leigh…
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Real Housewives Star Yolanda Hadid Is Selling Her New Hope Lavender Farm — Again
Yolanda Hadid has relisted her New Hope lavender farm on the market after a previous deal fell through for the same $10.88 million asking price, reports Mary K. Jacob for…
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Florida Company Acquires Bucks County Golf Course Operator Spirit Golf Management
Sports Facilities Companies of Florida has acquired Lambertville-based Spirit Golf Management, the operator of four golf courses in Bucks County, writes John George for the…
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