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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Troublesome Intersections in Middletown To See $11.38 Million Project Fix Roads, Improve Local Traffic
Two traffic-prone intersections in Middletown have been approved for major reconstruction to make them more drivable. Peg Quann wrote about the upcoming road fixes for…
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Bucks County Ranks Among Best Areas to Retire in Pennsylvania
Bucks County is among the best counties in Pennsylvania where seniors can settle down and enjoy their own private oasis after a lifetime of working,…
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Longtime Bucks County Judge, Former DA Set To Retire, But She Will Still Be On The Bench
A longtime Bucks County judge has announced her upcoming retirement, but she will not be leaving the bench for good. Jo Ciavaglia wrote about the…
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Here’s How Local Non-Profit Human Services Organizations Can Apply For Important Grants
Bucks County Innovation and Improvement Grants are being offered on a competitive basis to non-profit human services organizations providing services to children and youth in…
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Delaware Valley University To Host “Shark Tank”-Style Competition, Looking for Applicants
In collaboration with the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce, Delaware Valley University will be hosting their third annual Spark Bowl in November. Spark Bowl is…
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Retiring Police Officer From Falls Township Honored With National Awards From VFW
A police officer from Falls Township and a firefighter from Levittown were honored by the VFW as they prepare to retire. Staff writers for the…
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Newtown Native, President of Local Homeowners Association, Remembered For Work in Community
A longtime pharmaceutical market researcher and active community member is being remember for her work within the Newtown area. Nick Vandal wrote about the Newtown…
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Human Relations Commission Created In Solebury Township After Local Supervisors Vote
Supervisors from Solebury Township are in the process of creating a commission to deal with discrimination complaints. Staff writers at the Bucks County Herald wrote…
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State Senator From Bucks County Announces $50 Million To Go Towards Prosecuting PA Gun Violence
State Senator Steve Santarsiero announced that $50 million will be used to prosecute gun crimes in Pennsylvania. Jeff Werner wrote about the recent measures for…
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Lahaska-Based Fashion Retailer Partners With Environmentally-Friendly Clothing Company
A popular fashion retailer in Lahaska has partnered with an enviromentally-friendly clothing company for a good cause. Staff writers at the Bucks County Herald wrote…
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Bucks County Bank Partners With Cryptocurrency Organization, Doubles Legal Lending Limit
A Bucks County bank recently partnered with a cryptocurrency firm to significantly increase their legal lending limit. Jeff Blumenthal wrote about the recent partnership for…
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New Britain-Based Girl Scout Troop Creates Free Libraries For Bucks County Residents
A Bucks County Girl Scouts troop used their skills to create little free libraries for all Bucks County residents. Staff writers at Lower Bucks Times…
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Here’s What To Know About the Lower Makefield Township Community Day Returning This Weekend
The annual Community Day event will be returning to Lower Makefield Township this weekend, with lots of fun events planned for the day. The event…
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Here’s Where the Bucks County Department of Health Will Be Spraying for Mosquitos This Week
The Bucks County government has released information on spraying for mosquitos in several townships throughout the area. The Bucks County Department of Health will be…
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Newtown Residents Submit Bids For Painting As Part of Fundraiser for Ukrainian Refugee Students
“Sunflowers for Ukraine,” an original art piece made by Council Rock students as a fundraiser for 25 refugee schoolchildren who are currently living and attending…
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Doylestown Native Was An Acclaimed Poet, But It Was His Marriage That Brought Him Attention
Acclaimed Doylestown poet Jean Toomer found himself at the center of media attention in the early 1930s for his marriage to Margey Latimer. Avi Wolfman-Arent…
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Hulmeville Avenue Bridge Reopens After Three-Year Closure, $5.2 Million In Construction, and A New Name
The Hulmeville Avenue Bridge has reopened after a three-year closure and millions of dollars put into the project. Peg Quann wrote about the new bridge…
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Neshaminy School District Plans To Build New School, Sports Complex for $51.8M, $13M
Neshaminy School District is moving forward with plans for a new middle school location and high school sports complex. Peg Quann wrote about the plans…
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