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 Mall to Open Two New Stores This Fall. Read to Learn When, Where, and What
A popular mall in Bucks County is preparing to open two new stores as they continue to update their decades-old building. Peg Quann wrote about…
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Doylestown is Filled with Great Restaurants Offering Delicious Food. Here Are Some of Best
Whatever you are in the mood for, Doylestown is filled with great restaurants that are guaranteed to have something that satisfies your cravings, writes Brian…
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These Bucks County Towns Have Some of the Most Expensive Homes in Pennsylvania
Bucks County is home to a few areas that have some of the most expensive homes in the entire state of Pennsylvania. Staff writers at…
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Philosopher, Bucks County Native Remembered for His Profanity-Titled Book on Lies
A writer from Bucks County wrote one of the most popular books of philosophy in recent memory, in part thanks to its eye-catching title. Michael…
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New Hope Compound, Once Home to George Washington’s Army, Hits Market for $4.95M
Two properties in New Hope that were inhabited by George Washington’s army during the American Revolutionary War have hit the market for $4.95 million, writes…
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Bucks County Opens Cooling Centers to Help Seniors, Homelessness Deal with Extreme Heat
With an Excessive Heat Warning in effect in Bucks County since Thursday, the county has opened cooling centers to help seniors and people experiencing homelessness…
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Bucks County History: Local College Shows Image of Library Before Modern Updates
One of Bucks County’s most reputable colleges has shared a blast from their past, showing how their library looked decades ago. Bucks County Community College…
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Bucks County Rock Icons Collaborate with Artist to Create Imaginative Pin Collection
One of the most popular rock groups from Bucks County has recently worked with an artist to bring their mascot to life in eye-catching images.…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: 200 Year Old Victorian-Style Home in Doylestown
A historic estate in Bucks County has gone up for sale, offering extraordinary architecture mixed with modern conveniences. . . A lovely Victorian estate in…
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Mountaire Farms, Inc. Funds Gift for New Poultry Science Center at Delaware Valley University
Delaware Valley University has announced that Mountaire Farms, Inc. has provided the cornerstone gift to fund a new Poultry Science Center on the main campus…
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Bucks County Conservation District Helps Rid Local Lake of Invasive Plant Species
An environmental conservation organization in Bucks County recently worked to remove an invasive plant species from a local lake. The Bucks County Conservation District, headquartered…
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Bucks County Officials Break Ground on Upcoming Treatment Center in Doylestown
Officials from Bucks County recently came together to celebrate the upcoming creation of a new treatment center in the area. On Wednesday, Bucks County Commissioners…
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Bucks County Woman Celebrates Her 90th Birthday With a Nine-Mile Hike
A woman from Bucks County just celebrated a major milestone in her life by doing what she loves: hiking in the great outdoors. Karin Mallett…
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Skimming Device Found at Wawa ATM in Bristol Township. Here’s How to Stay Safe
If you have used the Wawa ATM in Bucks County recently, police are advising you to check your bank account due to a skimming device…
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SCORE to Offer 5 Free Business Webinars in the Month of August. Read to Learn More
In a continued effort to keep the local business community informed, SCORE Bucks County will offer five free webinars in August. On Aug. 1, SCORE…
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Bucks County History: Lost Article Documents Activities of Yardley’s Namesake Family
A historical association in Bucks County has dug up an old story about one popular town’s humble beginnings. Staff members of the Yardley Historical Association, located…
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Central Bucks to Vote on New Contract for Superintendent That Comes With $90K Raise
Central Bucks School District officials are set to vote on the new contract for Superintendent Abram Lucabaugh that would provide the administrator with a $90,000…
























