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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Here are the First Sketches of a New Luxury Development Planned for Newtown Township
A new luxury apartment complex is set to be built in a popular Bucks County township, and sketches of the project have just been released.…
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Book Your Easter Feast at These Bucks County Restaurants
Easter weekend is almost here, and Bucks County residents are gearing up for Sunday celebrations, including scrumptious brunch or dinner, writes Michelle Haddon for the…
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Penn Community Bank Announces Officer Hire, Promotions
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, has made several new hires and promotions across its operations team, including Marketing, Training, and…
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WaPo: Bucks County Leads Pennsylvania’s Fight Against Climate Change with Historic Lawsuit Against Oil Giants
Bucks County is taking a stand against climate change, by becoming the first government in Pennsylvania to file a lawsuit against major oil companies, writes…
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Lambertville Author Celebrates Publication of Latest Book, Begins Nationwide Speaking Tour
An author from a town just outside of Bucks County has released a new novel, and it is already making waves in the literary world.…
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Bucks County Earns Top Spot for Upward Mobility in Pennsylvania
Bucks County was ranked the best county for a chance upward mobility in The Keystone State, according to Stacker. With an economic connectedness score…
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Over the Last 10 Years, Philadelphia Region Sees Surge in Active Apprenticeships
A growing number of industries are offering apprenticeships, hoping to attract new talent by offering free education and long-term career options, writes Lizzy McLellan Ravitch…
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Bucks County’s Major Canal Overhaul: From New Hope to Washington Crossing, What’s Underway
Several Bucks County canal projects are officially in progress at Delaware Canal State Park thanks to a $9 million investment, writes Jeff Werner for the…
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Bucks County Senator Proposes Sustainable Energy Development with PRESS Initiative
Bucks County State Senator Steve Santarsiero has proposed new legislation aimed at fostering sustainable energy development in the state, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch.…
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Bucks County’s Most Expensive Homes: Inside the $6.9 Million Upper Makefield Mansion
The record for Bucks County’s priciest residential sale was set last year with a $6.5 million transaction for a home on Meetinghouse Road in New…
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Doylestown Philanthropists Boost Science Education with $300K Donation to Delaware Valley Science Fairs
Doylestown couple Paul and Aarati Martino will become the lead sponsors of the Delaware Valley Science Fairs with a $300,000 gift which will be distributed…
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These Bucks County Towns Have the Most Expensive Homes in Pennsylvania
Purchasing a home can be a lofty investment, and many Bucks County towns have the most expensive home prices in Pennsylvania, according to a report…
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Just Outside of Bucks County, the Country’s Oldest Bookstore Remains in Operation
Just outside of Bucks County, the country’s oldest bookshop continues to offer incredible reading material for everyone. The Moravian Book Shop, the official bookstore of…
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One of the Oldest Buildings in Bucks County Has Just Gone Up for Sale
A historic inn in Bucks County, one of the area’s oldest buildings, has just gone up for sale, and its connection to American history is…
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Bucks County Community College Board of Trustees Announces New President
The Bucks County Community College’s Board of Trustees has announced that Dr. Patrick M. Jones will take the helm as the sixth president of Bucks…
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Several Local High Schools Listed Among the Best in the Bucks County Area
The new ranking of the best public high schools in Bucks County is out, and several have come out at the top of the list,…
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Aprea Therapeutics Secures Up to $34 Million in Groundbreaking Financing Deal
Doylestown-based Aprea Therapeutics, a leader in precision oncology, has successfully secured a financing deal anticipated to bring in up to $34 million in proceeds, writes…
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Bucks County Launches Road Improvement Projects: Potholes and Utilities in Focus
Bucks County is currently seeing significant roadwork activities, with two main projects underway that are essential for residents to monitor, writes Chris Ullery for the…
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