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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New Census Figures Reveal That Delaware River Basin Now Serves an Additional 600,000 People
The Delaware River, which boarders a large portion of Bucks County, is now seeing its waters benefit people in an out of the area. Meg…
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Bucks County Brewery Announces Release of New Beer With an Inspirational Name
A popular Bucks County brewery has announced the release of yet another new beer, with this one bearing an upbeat and positive name. Neshaminy Creek…
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Newtown-Based Gardening Club Offers Scholarships in Honor of Late Member
A Bucks County garden club is offering local students the opportunity to apply to a lucrative scholarship for those interested in gardening. The Martha Washington…
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Former Bucks County DA — a Skilled Prosecutor, Not a Politician — Named the State’s New Attorney General
Former Bucks County District Attorney Michelle Henry is Pennsylvania’s new Attorney General, writes Jon Delano for CBS Pittsburgh. Gov. Josh Shapiro has named Henry as…
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Three Bucks County Towns Among 12 Philadelphia-Area ZIP Codes Where Homes Are Selling Fastest
Several Bucks County areas feature housing markets with some of the fastest-selling home all around the area. Ryan Mulligan wrote about the areas for the…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Contemporary Estate in Washington Crossing
A unique estate in Bucks County has recently gone up for sale, and homebuyers are in for a treat with this home. . . River…
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Citadel Credit Union Earns High Praise from Fortune Magazine
Citadel Credit Union has earned some high praise from Fortune this month. Not only has Citadel been named one of the nation’s 10 best banks…
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Ask SCORE: How Should I Communicate More Effectively to Understand My Customers?
A great place to start this article is with the definition of communication. The most direct definition is “the transfer of meaning.” Talking among friends…
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PLACE Program Breaks Down Barriers for Students with Special Needs
DeSales University assistant professor Elisabeth Felten says that teaching for the PLACE program feels like winning the Super Bowl on Christmas morning. Felten singlehandedly created…
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Bucks County Motorcycle Groups Organize Charity Ride, Donate $6,000 to Local Hospital
Several Bucks County groups associated with motorcycles and their riders presented a check to a local hospital after their annual charity ride. St. Mary Medical…
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Famous Theatre Opens Its 100th Year of Performances with Play Centered in Bucks County
In celebration of a century of theater, a local venue is kicking off the year with a play that takes place in the Bucks County…
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Yardley Church to Receive Grants Worth $50,000 to Repair Historic Building, Property
A Bucks County church is preparing to receive an important grant, the money from which will be used to repair their historic property. State Senator…
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Bucks County Bar Association Donates $6,500 to Major Legal Aid Office
A Bucks County legal organization recently made a donation to another similar office in an effort to promote local law education. The Bucks County Bar…
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Langhorne’s Sesame Place Unveils Latest Attractions as They Prepare to Open This Week
One of Bucks County’s most popular attractions will be opening back up this week, with a variety of new and fun activities for families. Ryan…
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Middletown Resident Wins More Than $256,000
A Bucks County resident has won big after playing a local lottery game and finding themselves the victor of a big prize. A Middletown resident…
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Bucks County Artist Draws on Her Experiences in Caregiving for Recent Gallery
A Bucks County artist used her time in the caregiving and healthcare scenes to influence her art, which is now on display in Philadelphia. Naveed…
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New Hope Cider Makers Are Made the Latest Addition to the Bucks County Wine Trail
A Bucks County farm has been announced as the latest addition to a very popular event that takes place in the area every year. Manoff…
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Foundations Community Partnership Seeks Applicants for Annual Spring Grant Cycles
Foundations Community Partnership, headquartered in Doylestown, is now accepting applications for its Bucks Innovation & Improvement and Capital Improvement spring grant cycles. Eligible nonprofits can…
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