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:
-
Bucks County Partnership with Collar Counties Aims for Affordable Electricity
The Bucks County partnership with surrounding counties aims to keep the power on in an efficient and cost-reductive way, writes Peg Quan for the Bucks…
-
Wall Street Journal: New Central Jersey Region Plans to Boost Tourism, Stirs Local Contention
The newly blessed Central Jersey tourism region that borders Bucks County has major plans for the future, but not everybody is happy to be a…
-
Wegmans Gets “Gritty” as Deal with Philadelphia Flyers Takes Flight
As Wegmans is set to open its second Bucks County location in Lower Makefield, the grocery chain is also cutting a deal with the Philadelphia…
-
Going Against the Grain: These Gluten-Free Bucks County Bakeries Offer Flourless Favorites
While wheat is an essential ingredient in baked goods, not everyone can stomach some flour. Luckily, baking has evolved to use alternative ingredients accessible to…
-
History Meets Hues at Washington Crossing Historic Park in Autumn
For history aficionados, Washington Crossing Historic Park is a must-visit this fall, according to AOPA. Located at the very spot where in 1776, George…
-
Bucks County to Receive Millions from Opioid Settlement
Bucks County has earned millions of dollars in opioid settlement money in 2022 and will receive millions more for 2023, write Ed Mahon and Kate…
-
Penn State Abington Workshops Help Teachers Support Children with Trauma
Nationwide, teachers often find learning waylaid by the impact of trauma, and Penn State Abington workshops are giving teachers the resources to support their students.…
-
Parts of U.S. 1, I-95 in Bucks County to Be Reconstructed in Massive Project. Here’s What to Know
As the new year begins, two major roads that go through Bucks County are set to see a large reconstruction take place in the near…
-
Acclaimed Bucks County BYOB Holy Que Smokehouse is Known for its BBQ Brunch
Acclaimed Bucks County BYOB Holy Que Smokehouse, famous for its authentic Texas-style barbecue, launched a weekly BBQ Brunch earlier this year, writes Marilyn Johnson for…
-
Perkasie Park Camp Meeting Still a Modern Hub After a Century of Evolution
Pennsylvania’s rich history of religious retreats finds its spotlight in the Perkasie Park Camp Meeting, writes Benjamin Harvey for Pennsylvania Heritage. Founded in 1882,…
-
These Two Bucks County Towns Are Among the Most Unique in Pennsylvania
Two Bucks County towns earned the top spots for the most unique small towns in The Keystone State, writes Luana Ferreira for The Traveler. …
-
Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve in New Hope Is Destination, Refuge for Both People and Wildlife
Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve in New Hope is a stunning destination filled with gorgeous flora and a refuge for both people and wildlife, reports Tom…
-
Bucks County Community College President Decides to Step Down at End of Current Semester
Bucks County Community College president Dr. Felicia Ganther said she plans to step down from that position at the end of the current semester in…
-
Second Sin Brewing to Make a Splash in Newtown this December
Second Sin Brewing is coming to Bucks County, writes Emma Dooling of the Philadelphia Business Journal. This will be the brewery’s second location, which plans…
-
Visit Bucks County Reports Strong Year for County Tourism Industry with $1.2 Billion Economic Impact
Visit Bucks County shared visitation data and marketing strategies with nearly 200 tourism professionals and local organizations at its 2023 Annual Meeting held earlier this…
-
As-Is’ Sale Offers Chance to Own Piece of Americana with Classic Riegelsville Stone Barn
A lovely stone barn built in 1870 and located on two idyllic, flora-filled acres in Riegelsville is a true charmer, both inside and outside, writes…
-
President of Langhorne Hospital Named ‘Health Care Power Player’ by Metro Philadelphia
Michael Magro, president of Nazareth Hospital and St. Mary Medical Center, has been named a 2023 “Health Care Power Player” by Metro Philadelphia. “I’m honored…
-
Historic Reenactments to Return to Washington Crossing. Read to Learn When
A historic Bucks County park will soon begin its annual reenactments of one of the country’s most important and remembered moments. Washington Crossing Historic Park,…
Founding Partners
Advertisement
Affiliate Partners
