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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Bucks County–Based Nonprofit Acquires Last Community Health Systems Hospitals in Pennsylvania
Bucks County-based nonprofit WoodBridge Healthcare Inc., led by healthcare veteran Joshua Nemzoff, has agreed to purchase the last three Pennsylvania hospitals from Community Health Systems…
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Why Bucks County Homeowners Are Celebrating Halloween in July
Bucks County’s Josh Stolarski is one of many homeowners in the region turning summer into a spooky spectacle with oversized lawn ghosts and ghouls, writes…
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Painting PECO’s Electric Transmission Towers Is a Tall Task
“Don’t look down” is a common refrain for people who are afraid of heights. If you’ve ever climbed a tall tree, scaled a ladder to…
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Bucks County Raises Over $12,000 for Buckingham Wellness Center in One Week
The Bucks County community recently exceeded a fundraising challenge from the Gene and Marlene Epstein Foundation, raising over $12,000 in just one week for the…
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Odor in the Court: Bucks County Takes on Pipersville Slaughterhouse Over Smelly Practices
In what could be dubbed “Operation Clean-Up,” Bucks County and the Heritage Conservancy have filed a complaint against Kingdom Provisions, a Pipersville slaughterhouse, for allegedly…
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Zayn Malik Finds Musical Inspiration in Bucks County
Zayn Malik, former One Direction star, has found solace and inspiration in the serene landscapes of Bucks County, writes Adriana Herrera for Bucks County Courier…
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Originally Scraped from a Dogwood in a Cemetery, This Yeast Knocks ‘em Dead at a Bucks County Brewery
Philly Sour, a new beer yeast found in a Philadelphia cemetery and isolated in the brewing sciences lab at the University of the Sciences, is…
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Here are the Must-Play Golf Courses in Bucks County
These golf courses in Bucks County are considered some of the best, writes Drew Markol for the Bucks County Courier Times. Hole No. 1 at…
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SCORE Bucks County Offers Numerous Business Webinars in August
In an ongoing effort to keep the small business community informed, SCORE Bucks County will offer nearly a dozen Augusts business webinars and educational workshops…
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Two Keynote Events Introduce ‘Blue Zones Ignite Bucks Area’ to Community
State Senator Steve Santarsiero and Bucks County Health Improvement Partnership joined forces with the Blue Zones organization to host two keynote events to introduce “Blue…
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Here’s Where Bucks County Ranks in Purchasing Power
Bucks County ranks second in Pennsylvania for purchasing power, just behind Delaware County, according to SmartAsset’s annual “Cost of Living Calculator,” writes Claudia Dimuro for…
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Harcum College’s Social Justice Program and Faculty Empower Students for Community Impact
In today’s society, the launch of Harcum College’s Social Justice Program is both timely and essential, offering students crucial insights into the social equality needed…
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Bucks County Shines in Philadelphia Magazine’s Best of Philly Awards
Philadelphia Magazine’s Best of Philly awards celebrated their 50th anniversary by recognizing four standout destinations in Bucks County, highlighting the area’s unique attractions. At 140…
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Delaware Valley University Announces Details of Fifth Annual Spark Bowl Competition
Delaware Valley University, in partnership with the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce (CBCC) and Startup Bucks, announced that the fifth annual Spark Bowl competition will…
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Renowned Sculptor George Anthonisen and his Wife and Manager Ellen Are Art Legacies
Solebury couple George and Ellen Anthonisen have built a formidable legacy in the art world writes Tamala Edwards for 6 ABC Philadelphia. George’s early…
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Bucks County Experts Agree: 1982 Roosevelt Dimes Not Worth $1,000
According to Bucks County experts, the rare 1982 Roosevelt dimes that are the subject of speculation that prices them at $1,000 are not worth remotely…
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Bucks County Mom Gets Life-Changing Robotic Arm from Widener University
Bucks County mom Victoria Nedza is embracing newfound independence thanks to a custom-built robotic arm designed by an occupational therapy team at Widener University, writes…
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Chicken Sandwich Restaurant Skip’s Wrightstown Opening Soon
In just a few weeks, locals will enjoy Skip’s famous Lancaster County fried chicken sandwiches, tenders, and loaded fries as Skip’s Wrightstown opens its doors,…
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