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 Bucks County to Offer Free Business Workshops in December
In an ongoing effort to keep the small business community informed, SCORE Bucks County will offer numerous educational workshops for entrepreneurs and business owners in…
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Colonial Stunner in Upper Makefield Hits Market
A stunning 38-acre rural retreat dating back to 1729 with a gorgeous colonial home recently hit the market in Upper Makefield for $4,975,000, writes Sandy…
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SCORE Bucks to Business Community: Give the Gift of Mentoring
In the nonprofit world, Giving Tuesday – which falls on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving – is traditionally the time when charities ask the community and…
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Pen Ryn Estate Owner Acquires Spring Mill Manor, Plans Major Renovation for Iconic Bucks County Venue
Spring Mill Manor, a cherished wedding venue nestled in the heart of Bucks County, has transitioned to new ownership. This development marks a new chapter…
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Grateful for Bucks County: A Thanksgiving Message from BUCKSCO Today
This Thanksgiving, we pause to reflect on the incredible community that makes Bucks County such a special place to live, work, and play. At BUCKSCO…
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Find Out Who Has Most Fulfilling Jobs in America
Jobs that focus on helping others, contributing to the community, or pursuing personal passion rank as the most fulfilling in the country, writes Andrew Van…
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Aqua PA Partners with Dive Team for Critical Training
On Nov. 17, members of Bucks County’s Public Safety Dive Team used Aqua Pennsylvania’s Churchville reservoir for a training exercise where they performed a simulated…
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Rush Elementary on the Chopping Block at Bensalem School Board Meeting
The Bensalem School Board will vote on the future of Rush Elementary on Tuesday, reports Lacey Latch for Bucks County Courier Times. The decision follows…
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Get Ready for Black Friday: Find Store Start Times in Bucks County
Black Friday, the popular shopping “holiday,” is next week, offering Bucks County shoppers a range of discounts and deals throughout the county, from small businesses…
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Bucks County Facing Worst Drought in Decades
According to federal drought monitor data, Bucks County is experiencing one of the worst droughts in a generation, with this fall marking the driest months…
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Frenchtown: A Travel Destination with Small-Town Charm and Artistic Energy
Frenchtown, New Jersey, across the Delaware River from Uhlerstown in Northern Bucks County, is a quirky under-the-radar travel destination offering small-town vibes and an abundance…
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Newtown-based Helius Medical Technologies Explores ‘Strategic Alternatives’ to Boost Stockholder Value
Helius Medical Technologies, a Newtown-based medical device company, has begun exploring “strategic alternatives,” including a reverse merger and licensing deal, to enhance stockholder value, writes…
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Bucks County Police Sent on Wild Pig Chase as Animal Continues to Evade Them for Weeks
For the past several weeks, authorities in Bensalem Township have been searching for an elusive pig that has been successfully evading capture, writes John Paul…
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‘We Weren’t Able to Continue’: Dockside Bensalem Closes Without Warning
Dockside Bensalem, owned by veteran restaurateur Matt Rossi, closed without warning over the weekend, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “I think the easiest…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Charming Farmhouse on 15 Picturesque Acres in Ivyland
A charming farmhouse on 14.7 acres with six bedrooms and four full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Ivyland. . . The…
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How Do Bucks County Rent Prices Compare to the National Average?
Rent price increases across the country, including in Bucks County, are finally cooling off, write Janice Kai Chen, Rachel Lerman, and Kate Rabinowitz for The…
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Shapiro’s Executive Order Boosts Major Economic, Infrastructure Projects Across Pennsylvania
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed an executive order Tuesday morning to help accelerate major economic and infrastructure projects across Pennsylvania, writes Nigel Thompson for KYW Newsradio. The order…









































