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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Lower Makefield Mother, Who Lost Her Son In 9/11, Continues To Keep His Memory Alive
A Bucks County mother is still working to keep her son’s memory alive, two decades after he lost his life in a national tragedy. Hadas…
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Quakertown Residents Say Goodbye to Beloved Theatre
Local residents recently saw one of their most popular movie theaters close, another establishment that felt the impact of the recent pandemic. Cecilia Levine wrote…
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Doylestown Foster Care Service Receives Donation from Perkasie Skydiving Center
A Bucks County foster care service recently received a donation from a fun sports center that is located in a nearby town. Staff writers at…
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Bensalem Pastor Is a Leading Figure in the Area’s Community of Faith
A pastor in the Bucks County area has been a focal point of the local community of faith and leadership for years. Carl stagger wrote…
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Doylestown Human Services Organization Sets Up Shops In Trevose and Bristol To Assist Local Residents
A sector of the Bucks County government has recently made some additions that will offer human services to more people around the area. The Bucks…
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More Than 1,200 Bensalem Parents Sign Petition To Bring Therapy Dog Back Into Elementary School Classrooms
A Bensalem elementary school has recently found parents asking that a beloved service dog return to the classrooms for their children. Alicia Roberts reported on…
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Doylestown Hospital One of Many Around the Country That Expanded to Meet Pandemic Needs
A well-known Bucks county hospital was one of many that made changes to its facilities during the most recent pandemic. Debra Kamin wrote about the…
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These Bucks County Schools Were Named As Some of the 2022 National Blue Ribbon Recipients
Two Bucks County schools recently made the list of select learning establishments that are recognized for their academic prowess. Council Rock High School South and…
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Historic African American Church in Yardley Being Used as A Museum To Educate Locals and Visitors Alike
A historic church in Bucks County church is now being used as a museum to teach residents about important local history. The old A.M.E church…
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Lobster Restaurant To Potentially Open New Spot in Morrisville, Their Third in Bucks County
A popular seafood chain might be opening this their third Bucks County location in Morrisville, bringing more lobster rolls to the area. Chris Rollins wrote…
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Bucks County to Receive Part of $1B Settlement Pennsylvania Made with Pharmaceutical Companies
Bucks County will receive part of the more than $1 billion settlement between Pennsylvania and three major pharmaceutical distributors regarding their roles in creating and…
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New Census Bureau Data Shows How Work Life Has Changed in Bucks County During Pandemic
New data from the Census Bureau revealed how much changed in Bucks County during the pandemic, including how people worked and commuted, write Kasturi Pananjady…
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Yardley Celebrates Harvest Day, A Longtime Favorite Event of Locals and Visitors, This Weekend
Yardley Borough will be celebrating a popular annual event this weekend, a staple of the area for almost six decades. The 54th annual Harvest Day,…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Beautifully Renovated Farmhouse in Richboro
A unique and historic farmhouse in Richboro has gone up for sale, and it is a one-of-a-kind spot for homebuyers. . . Flaunting five bedrooms,…
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Bensalem Shopping Center To See a Martial Arts Gym and Middle Eastern Restaurant Open Soon
A popular shopping center in Bensalem will soon have two new, unique spots added to their repertoire of storefronts. Centre Plaza will soon be home…
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This Bucks County School District Saw 18 Students Named as Semifinalists in Scholarship Program
A local school district recently saw 18 of its students come close to the end of a nationally-recognized scholarship program. Jeff Werner wrote about the…
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Bucks County Community College Will Be Celebrating Student Success During an Event Later This Year
The college’s Newtown campus will be celebrating its students with a fun event that is planned for early November. The evening event will be held…
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Doylestown Health Opens New Prenatal Care Unit for Patients
This past Friday, Doylestown Health celebrated the opening of the new Morel Family Foundation Center for Prenatal Care with a ribbon-cutting and dedication. Morel Prenatal…
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