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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Curly’s Comfort Food of Levittown Wins Major Cheesesteak Competition
A cheesesteak shop in Bucks County has been listed as the best in the region, a testament to the establishment’s popularity. Curly’s Comfort Food, located…
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Million-Dollar Mansions: The Five Priciest Bucks County Homes Sold in 2023
Some of the priciest homes in Bucks County were listed and sold for millions this year, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times.…
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A Transit Titan Departs: Bucks County’s Pat Deon Ends His SEPTA Journey
Bucks County politician Pat Deon is stepping down as the head of SEPTA’s board, a role he has held since 1999, writes Chris Compendio for…
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Major Developments of New Hope-Lambertville Bridge Rehabilitation Underway
The project to rehabilitate the New Hope-Lambertville Bridge is in motion, as set-up activities began Tuesday, according to the New Hope Free Press. The…
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Doylestown Welcomes Unique Art Exhibitions Through Alderfer Auction and Rich Timmons Gallery Partnership
Alderfer Auction is looking to expand its reach in the Doylestown area through a collaboration with Rich Timmons Gallery. The leading auction house in southeastern…
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How a Judge in the Late 1800s Discovered Bucks County’s Lost Emblem
The original official emblem of the Bucks County government was lost for decades until Harman Yerkes, president judge of county courts, set out to find…
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Bucks County Faces a Unique Population Decline Over the Next 30 Years
Bucks County’s population is projected to shrink over the next 30 years, amid expected growth in other surrounding counties, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks…
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Foundations Community Partnership Invites ‘New’ Nonprofits to Apply for Partnership in Youth Services Grants
Foundations Community Partnership (FCP) is now accepting applications for its Partnership in Youth Services (PYS) Grant cycle. Eligible nonprofits can apply for up to $4,500…
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Bucks County Housing Market to See Increase in Sales in 2024 Amid Falling Interest Rates
Amid falling interest rates, the Bucks County housing market will soon see an increase in home sales, writes Peg Quann for the Bucks County Courier…
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Peirce College Graduate and 1865 Law Journal Editor Uses Her Education to Help Others
Lisa Effrig Lagreca is a Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies Peirce College graduate. She was also a student-editor of The 1865: the Peirce College…
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SCORE Bucks County Joins Launch of Regional Business Workshops Program
SCORE, the national nonprofit organization committed to providing mentoring and guidance throughout the life of a business, is taking a comprehensive approach to keeping entrepreneurs…
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In a Major Boost for Bucks County Arts Local Groups Secure COVID-Era Program Funding
Several arts groups in Bucks County are seeing robust state funding, thanks to the PA Arts and Culture Recover Program, according to NewtownPANow. The…
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Ring in 2024 at These New Year’s Celebrations in Bucks County
As the new year approaches, there are plenty of activities and celebrations in Bucks County that kick off 2024, according to Bucks Happening. For…
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Central Bucks South Alum Hits Forbes ’30 Under 30′ for The Next Step Program’s Disability Services
Central Bucks South graduate and The Next Step Program founder Josh Fields landed the Forbes ’30 Under 30′ list due to his advocacy for adults…
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Delaware River Runners and Lambertville Cannabis Company Team Up for Bucks County Holiday Drive
Delaware River Runners, a women’s running club in Bucks County, is joining forces with Lambertville, New Jersey-based Union Chill Cannabis Company to host a holiday…
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FCP Board Awards $166,350 in Grants to Local Nonprofits
Local nonprofits awarded $166,350 in grants for programs and facility work during this season of giving. Foundations Community Partnership’s (FCP) Board of Directors awarded the…
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Bucks County Domestic Violence Services Non-Profit, A Woman’s Place, Faces Uncertain Future as State Contract Ends
Domestic violence services non-profit A Woman’s Place has an uncertain future, writes Jo Ciavaglia for the Bucks County Courier Times. A state contractor, also…
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StoneBridge Healthcare Eyes Facilitating Tower Health Acquisition With Nonprofit
Bucks County-based StoneBridge Healthcare is in the running to potentially negotiate an agreement with a nonprofit interested in acquiring Tower Health, writes John George for…
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