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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Ten-year-old Girl Celebrates Trump at Newtown Inauguration Party
Ten-year-old Sienna, a Donald Trump supporter since the age of two, chose to celebrate his second term’s inauguration at a party at the Newtown Sports…
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Doylestown’s Thompson Toyota Celebrates 2024 Central Atlantic Toyota Quality Champions
Doylestown-based Thompson Toyota is recognizing three outstanding service technicians who have been named 2024 Central Atlantic Toyota Quality Champions, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.…
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Pennsylvania’s REAL ID Deadline Approaches: Less Than Four Months Left
The REAL ID deadline is just around the corner for Pennsylvania, writes Tiana Eicher for the Pittsburgh Magazine. Starting on May 7, if you do…
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‘Antiques Capital of New Jersey’ Lies Just Minutes from New Hope
Lambertville, known as the Antiques Capital of New Jersey, is located on the Delaware River, minutes away from New Hope, writes Leslie Veliz for the…
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Philadelphia Region to Gain Over a Dozen New Indoor Pickleball Facilities This Year, Including One in Newtown
Greater Philadelphia is set to welcome over a dozen new pickleball clubs this year, including one in Bucks County, writes John George for the Philadelphia…
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Peirce College to Work with Chester County Economic Development Council on Good Jobs Challenge
Peirce College is working with the Chester County Economic Development Council as part of the Good Jobs Challenge, a federally-funded workforce training program focused on empowering…
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Plan Your Romantic Getaway: 9 Dreamy Pennsylvania Bed & Breakfasts Inns
Why wait until spring or summer to plan your retreat when you can plan a romantic winter getaway? Part of appreciating your connection with your…
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Bucks County Police Pursuing New Leads in 50-Year-Old Teen Murder Cold Case
Police officials are following new leads in the 50-year-old cold case murder of 17-year-old Patricia Bartlett, a Bucks County teenager who was stabbed in the…
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Gorgeous Edgewater Park Mansion with George Washington Ties Listed for $1.75M
A gorgeous six-bedroom, seven-and-a-half-bathroom Edgewater Park, New Jersey mansion with a genuine George Washington tie recently hit the market for $1.75 million, writes Kevin Riordan…
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IBX Associates Collect More Than 2,000 Pounds of Food for Local Pantries
Independence Blue Cross associates collected more than 2,000 pounds of food in support of five local food pantries, one for each county in southeastern Pennsylvania. Part…
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Could Taylor Swift Be Moving to Bucks County?
A rumor is spreading that the 34-year-old singer-songwriter and self-made billionaire Taylor Swift may have bought a home in Doylestown in August, writes Michele Haddon…
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Bristol’s Georgine’s Restaurant Keeps Doors Open After 47 Years, Renovations Completed
After putting Georgine’s Restaurant in Bristol Township up for sale, the owners of the landmark Lower Bucks establishment have decided to stick around for now,…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Contemporary Elegance Meets Nature in the New Hope
Perched on a serene hillside in New Hope, 33 Solebury Mountain Road is a newly built architectural marvel offering 5,800 square feet of modern elegance.…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Launches Advanced PFAS Treatment System in Bucks County
Aqua Pennsylvania has implemented a PFAS treatment system at its Chalfont well station in Bucks County. This is the seventh PFAS treatment facility that Aqua…
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Pennsylvania Ranks Among Best States to Raise Family in 2025
Pennsylvania ranked third in the country among the best states to raise a family in 2025, according to a recently released report from ConsumerAffairs, writes…
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IBX Foundation’s Support of Local Health Centers Strengthens Region’s Healthcare Safety Net
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) — first established in 1965 as part of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty — play a crucial role…
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Casual French Brasserie La Grange Coming to Prickett Preserve in Lower Makefield
La Grange, a casual French Brasserie, is coming to Lower Makefield Township in March, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Father-and-son restaurateurs Vincent and Marc…
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Nominate Your Favorite Teacher for Citadel Heart of Learning Award Before Tomorrow’s Deadline
Tomorrow, Jan. 15, is the deadline to nominate a teacher for Citadel Credit Union’s prestigious Citadel Heart of Learning Awards program. The program honors local teachers throughout…
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