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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Birthday of Walt Disney Gives Elementary School in Levittown Cause to Recall His Long-Ago Visit
Walt Disney, Hollywood visionary, was born Dec. 05, 1901, and that date today recalls a unique Bucks County connection to the entertainment pioneer. Jake Rossen…
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“Make a Left at the Airplane”: The Story Behind Penndel’s Most Iconic Landmark
For decades, one phrase instantly told people they were in Lower Bucks County: “Make a left at the airplane.” Long before GPS, nearly everybody knew…
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Bucks County Restaurants with the Best Views, Ranked by Locals
Locals did not hold back when asked where to find the best restaurant views in Bucks County. A recent Reddit thread turned into a clear…
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A Former Wawa in Levittown is Up for Sale. But There Are Some Conditions
An old Wawa location owned by Millville Manufacturing Co. in Levittown is currently up for sale, writes Chris Ullery for Bucks County Courier Times. There…
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Levittown Photographer’s ‘Stranger Sessions’ Go Viral After Bucks County Shoot Sparks Real Romance
Amanda Johnson, a photographer from Levittown, takes photos of strangers meeting for the first time, and her latest pictures have gone viral, writes Marcella Baietto for…
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Bucks County Towns Scramble to Regulate Data Centers as Resident Opposition Grows
Bucks County is caught in the middle of one of the most consequential infrastructure battles of the digital age, and residents aren’t staying quiet about…
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From Garage to Franchise: How Simply Cabinetry Is Simplifying Home Improvement Nationwide
What once began in a Bucks County home garage has grown into a successful multi-showroom cabinetry and design concept, now preparing to expand nationwide through franchising. …
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Inside a $3.99M Solebury Estate That Feels Like a Private Luxury Resort
Priced at $3,995,000, this sprawling Solebury Township estate feels more like a secluded luxury resort than a traditional Bucks County home. According to the listing…
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Vote Now: Peddler’s Village Is in the Running for Best Shopping Center in America
A cobblestone path in Lahaska could soon lead straight to a national title. Peddler’s Village is competing for the top spot in USA TODAY’s 10BEST…
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Citadel Awards More Than $100,000 to Teachers, Schools for Heart of Learning’s 25th Anniversary
For a quarter-century, Citadel Credit Union has celebrated the teachers who stay late to help struggling students, inspire confidence in children who need it most,…
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Bucks County School Districts Rank Among Pennsylvania’s Best in 2026 Standardized Test Scores
Bucks County’s public schools are holding their own among Pennsylvania’s best—and in some cases, climbing the ranks, write Ethan Lott and Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia…
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Bucks County’s Mystery Vacation Resort: Inside the Lookout Towers Controversy in New Hope
A luxury vacation concept promising elevated retreats with panoramic views and rooftop hot tubs has been turning heads—and raising eyebrows—in Bucks County, writes staff for…
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3 Unforgettable Airbnb Stays That Feel Like a Weekend Escape Without Leaving Bucks County
You do not always need a passport, a packed bag, or a five-hour drive to feel like you actually got away. Sometimes the escape is…
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Souderton High School’s New ‘Words of Worth’ Mural Reminds Students They Matter
A 78-foot burst of color now lines the halls of nearby Souderton Area High School, and every brushstroke carries a message. The school’s new “Words…
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New Hope’s ‘Floating Glass Box’ Estate on the Delaware River Hits the Market for $9.9 Million
It looks like it’s floating. That’s by design. A contemporary riverfront estate called Riverscape has hit the market in Solebury Township for $9.9 million, and…
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Pennsbury Prom 2026: Alumni Couple Returns as Grand Marshals Decades After Missing the Big Night
More than 50 years ago, Barbara Rickert missed her senior prom. This spring, Pennsbury High School is giving her and her now-husband a second chance,…
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From Central Bucks High School to New York City: Pink Honored as Songwriter Icon
A girl who grew up on the streets of Doylestown is headed to New York City to accept one of the music industry’s most prestigious…
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Just Across the Bridge from Bucks County, This Nearby AirBnB is Considered One of the Best in the Area
A popular town just outside of Bucks County has one of the most popular vacation homes in its historic district. Rachel Chang wrote about the…
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