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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Shady Brook Farm in Morrisville Has 3 Million Holiday Lights to Delight
The best way to embrace the holiday spirit is by exploring some truly incredible light displays across Pennsylvania, including one here in Bucks County, writes…
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SCORE Mentors Help Mompreneur Scale Infant Sleep Subscription Business
Expectant parents are often told to enjoy their sleep before the baby arrives. For Ann Marks, sleep deprivation wasn’t part of her recipe for parenthood.…
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Large Shareholder Urges Warminster-based Arbutus to Seek Partners Instead of Selling More Stock
Whitefort Capital Management is urging Warminster-based Arbutus Biopharma to look at all options for its lead product portfolio instead of just diluting investor holdings by…
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Pennsylvania Tops List of States with Highest Tax Revenue from Casinos
In 2023, Pennsylvania ranked first among states for casino tax revenue and second for sports betting tax revenue, according to a staff report from Doc’s…
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New Owners Commit to Preserving Bagel Barrel’s Legacy in Doylestown
Bagel Barrel, a longtime Doylestown favorite, has new owners who promise to continue its cherished legacy for years to come, writes Jeff Werner for the…
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Public Input Sought on Potential I-95 Interchange Project to Replace Delaware River Bridge
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and New Jersey Turnpike Authority are jointly seeking public input on a project that would repair or replace the 70-year-old Delaware…
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Toll Brothers Buys 42 Acres in Perkiomenville to Build 43 Homes
Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers purchased a 42-acre site in Perkiomenville for $8.2 million to build 43 single-family homes, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business…
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Georgine’s Owners Cancel Sale After Months on Market, New Plans Arise Instead
Months after listing Georgine’s in Bristol Township for sale, the owners have decided to keep the popular restaurant and focus on expanding it, writes Michele…
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2 Bucks County Senior Living Communities Acquired by Welltower for $42.7M
Welltower, an Ohio-based real estate firm focused on the healthcare industry, has acquired two Bucks County senior living communities for a total of $42.7 million,…
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Set to Launch New Open-Road Tolling Section in January
The Pennsylvania Turnpike, the nation’s first modern, multi-lane highway, is preparing to launch a new open-road tolling section in January, writes Lloyd Fuller for Traffic Technology…
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Santa Claus to Make Appearance at Neshaminy Mall Despite Earlier Cancelation Plans
Boscov’s is bringing Santa Claus to the Neshaminy Mall in Bensalem after the new owners decided against hosting him in Center Court near Barnes &…
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Civil War Buffs Can Become Licensed Guides at Famous Battlefield – If They Pass the ‘Hardest Test in History’
For the first time in seven years, Civil War buffs can become licensed guides at Gettysburg, the famous battlefield – if they pass the challenging…
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Central Bucks School District Moves Forward with Plans to Renovate, Replace Elementary Schools
At a recent committee meeting, Central Bucks School District advanced plans to renovate or replace up to eight elementary schools, splitting projects into two tracks,…
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Enjoy Great Games, Drinks, and Food at Quakertown’s Parlour Tabletop and Tome Cafe
The Parlour Tabletop and Tome in Quakertown offers a cozy, welcoming space where customers can enjoy a wide selection of games, delicious food, and refreshing…
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Analysis Reveals That Working-Class Communities Across Philadelphia’s Suburbs Helped Trump Win
A new analysis by The Philadelphia Inquirer found that President-elect Donald Trump’s win last month was helped by gains in working-class communities in Philadelphia’s collar…
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New ‘Crossing Cabin Run’ Holiday Card Features Iconic Bucks County Bridge
A new holiday greeting card released by artist Jerry Cable titled Crossing Cabin Run features the iconic Loux Covered Bridge in Pipersville, writes Jeff Werner…
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Lahaska-Based WoodBridge Healthcare’s Acquisition of 3 Pennsylvania Hospitals Falls Through
Lahaska-based WoodBridge Healthcare’s deal to acquire three hospitals in Northeastern Pennsylvania for $120 million has fallen through, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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DelVal Awarded $2,025,000 RACP Grant for Poultry Science Center
Delaware Valley University has received a $2,025,000 Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grant from the Pennsylvania Office of the Budget to support the construction of…
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