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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Central Bucks Senior Activity Center Keeps Seniors Moving with Chair Volleyball
The Central Bucks Senior Activity Center in Doylestown, which provides programs to entertain, stimulate, and educate seniors, recently added a new sport: chair volleyball, reports…
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Insufficient New Construction Driving Up Housing Prices in Bucks County
Bucks County – and Pennsylvania as a whole – is not building enough new housing, driving up prices for both homebuyers and renters, writes Michaelle…
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Langhorne Welcomes Bucks County’s First MaGerk’s Pub & Grill
MaGerk’s Pub & Grill, a popular spot for bar-style food with several locations in Montgomery County, opened its first Bucks County eatery in Langhorne last…
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Bucks County Couple Find Perfect Vacation Sanctuary for Entire Family in Ocean City Beach Home
Bucks County residents Chuck and Linda Ormsby found the perfect getaway place for their family of 17 in an oceanfront Ocean City house, writes Terri…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Stunning $2.99M Home in Sycamore Edge with 3-Car Garage & Elevator
A stunning custom estate in the exclusive Sycamore Edge community on Pemberton Lane in Doylestown is now on the market for $2,999,900. Built by renowned…
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Nockamixon State Park in Upper Bucks County Welcomes New Assistant Manager
The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has appointed Liam Goldbach as the new assistant manager at Nockamixon State Park in Upper Bucks County,…
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Penn Community Bank and Foundation Invest $200,000 in Local Communities in Q1
Penn Community Bank continues its long-standing commitment to community investment. From January to March 2025, the bank and its charitable arm, the Penn Community Bank…
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New Scholarship Established for Lower Bucks County Area High School Graduates
On Friday, March 14, 2025, philanthropists Gene and Marlene Epstein presented a $100,000 check to Bucks County Community College, reinforcing their commitment to expanding access…
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See Which Four Private High Schools in Bucks County Ranked Among 50 Best in Pennsylvania
Bucks County is home to four of the 50 best private high schools in Pennsylvania for 2023, according to a new report published by Niche.…
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Escalating Trade War with Canada Strains Commerce Between Pennsylvania and Its Largest Trading Partner
The escalating trade war with Canada is straining commerce between Pennsylvania and its largest trading partner, leaving many local products caught in the crossfire, write…
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Wall Street Journal: Morrisville Waste Management Facility Extracts Up To $1M Worth of Coins from Trash Each Year
With the use of coins lessening, as more businesses accept digital payments, many of them remain hidden in pockets, stuck in couches, or vacuumed up…
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New Report Reveals ‘Shockingly High’ Number of Bucks County Children, Families in Need of Assistance Programs
A new report from Children First PA has found that over 30 percent of Bucks County families struggle to make ends meet, leaving a “shockingly…
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Enjoy One of Bucks County’s Most Scenic Roadways With These Must-See Stops
River Road is one of Bucks County’s most scenic routes, with must-see spots offering a great view of the charming countryside, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Ivyland Home with Two Primary Suites & Chef’s Kitchen Listed for $1.75M
Nestled in the prestigious Council Rock School District, this breathtaking six-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bathroom estate is listed for $1,750,000. Boasting over 9,400 square feet of exquisite living…
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Stella of New Hope Refreshes Bar Menu, Adds Adult Happy Meal
Stella of New Hope has introduced a refresh of its bar menu, featuring new elevated snacks and bites and its first-ever Adult Happy Meal, writes…
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Scenic Beauty, Rich History Surround Bucks County’s Covered Bridges
Bucks County boasts a dozen covered bridges, each offering a glimpse into the area’s history while enhancing its natural beauty, writes Daniella Heminghaus for the…
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Newtown Middle School Teacher Recognized with National Earth Science Teaching Award
Dave Curry, an Earth and space science teacher at Newtown Middle School in the Council Rock School District, has been recognized with the 2025 Edward…
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Myers-Briggs Company Opens New Executive Office in Dublin Town Center
The Myers-Briggs Company, a California-based provider of business psychology solutions, recently opened a new executive office in The Square at Dublin Town Center in Dublin,…
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