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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SCORE’s Green Thumb Aids in Financing, Pricing Plan for ‘Foodscaping’ Business
Mike Bennett discovered the benefits of backyard growing organically. While touring with his band, Apple Juice Jones, Bennett dined on homegrown vegetables cultivated on a…
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Bucks County Folk Music Shop in New Britain Helped Cultivate Region’s Thriving Bluegrass Community
Family-owned Bucks County Folk Music Shop in New Britain has helped cultivate a thriving bluegrass community across the region over the years, writes Emily Neil…
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Foundations Community Partnership Board Awards Grants to Local Nonprofits
During the season of giving, Foundations Community Partnership’s (FCP) Board of Directors awarded $169,550 in grants to 23 non-profit organizations serving Bucks County, including 15…
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Doylestown Destination Finds Spot Among Pennsylvania’s 22 Quirkiest Museums
One local Bucks County museum has earned a place on the list of Pennsylvania’s 22 quirkiest museums, offering a great way to spend a fun…
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Homes in Philadelphia Region Were Slightly More Affordable Last Year, But Still Too Pricey for Many
Buying a home in the Philadelphia region last year was slightly more affordable than in 2023, but prices were still too high for many potential…
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Bucks County Leadership: Jeffrey Steigerwalt, Regional President, Mid Penn Bank
Jeffrey Steigerwalt, Regional President at Mid Penn Bank, spoke with VISTA Today about growing up in Havertown, where the Catholic community shaped his life, including…
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Bucks County 1951 Newborn Murder Among Pennsylvania’s Oldest Cold Cases
The 1951 murder of a newborn baby girl, found stuffed inside a suitcase a mile south of New Hope, is one of Pennsylvania’s oldest cold…
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Children, Parents, and Guardians Ring in 2025 Early with Noon Balloon Drop in Dublin
On the last day of December, children, parents, and guardians gathered early at the Square in Dublin to ring in 2025 with a noon balloon…
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Buckingham Is Home to One of Pennsylvania’s Zero Proof Bars and Bottle Shops
As the sober-curious movement gains momentum, Pennsylvania is seeing an increase in zero proof bars and bottle shops, including one in Bucks County, writes Leigh…
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SCORE Bucks County to Offer More than a Dozen Free Business Webinars in January
In an ongoing effort to keep the small business community informed, numerous SCORE Bucks County January webinars for entrepreneurs and business owners will be offered…
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New Central Bucks School Superintendent Steven Yanni Shifts Focus from Culture Wars
Steven Yanni, the new Central Bucks School District superintendent, wants to leave behind culture-war battles, an issue that has attracted national attention over the last several…
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This Bucks County High School Vocal Ensemble Just Won a Major Christmas Choir Competition
A Bucks County music group is celebrating their victory in one of there area’s most coveted and celebrated musical events of the holidays. Council Rock…
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Bucks County Among Best Places to Retire in Pennsylvania
Bucks County is among Pennsylvania’s top 25 counties for seniors to settle down and embrace a peaceful, fulfilling retirement, according to a recently released ranking…
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Festive Feasting in Bucks County: Top Restaurants Open on Christmas Day
If you want to skip cooking on Christmas Day, or just want a change of scenery, you can enjoy a delicious meal at one of…
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New Wawa Superstore Comes to Warrington
Wawa is set to open its newest location in Warrington, reports Jeff Warner for the Patch. The new convenience store will open on December 20…
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See Which Bucks County Company Made Inc.’s ‘Best in Business’ List
Seven businesses from the Greater Philadelphia area have been named to Inc.’s 2024 Best in Business list, including one headquartered in New Hope, and two…
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GoodBoy Dog Recovery Helps Capture Wolf-Dog Hybrid Spotted in Bristol
GoodBoy Dog Recovery captured a wolf-dog hybrid spotted in Bristol after it managed to evade both animal control and the Pennsylvania game warden, according to…
























