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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AIRCO Brings Carbon Conversion Fuel Technology to New Britain with New Manufacturing Hub
New Britain isn’t necessarily where you’d expect the future of aviation fuel to take shape, but that’s exactly what industrial technology company AIRCO is counting…
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Heritage Senior Living Plans Upscale 160-Unit Community in New Hope
A new senior living community is taking shape near New Hope, and it’s not your grandfather’s retirement home. Heritage Senior Living, the Blue Bell-based operator…
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How to Spend a Perfect Summer Day at Nockamixon State Park
Before most people finish their first cup of coffee, kayaks are already cutting across the glassy surface of Lake Nockamixon. Hikers are lacing up in…
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Beautiful Bucks County Wedding Venues: 7 Stunning Estates, Gardens and Waterfront Spaces
Bucks County doesn’t advertise itself as a wedding destination. It doesn’t have to. Couples from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, and beyond have been finding…
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New Hope Makes Travel + Leisure’s List of Ten Best Small Towns Nationwide
Travel + Leisure named New Hope one of the ten best small towns in the nation, bestowing upon it the award for “Best Arts +…
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Medicaid Cuts Could Hit Home: Lower Bucks Hospital Named ‘At Risk’ in National Report
A new national report has put Lower Bucks Hospital on a short and sobering list: one of just 12 Pennsylvania hospitals flagged as financially at…
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From Chalfont to Warminster: How Bucks County’s Population Is Shifting Town by Town
According to new U.S. Census Bureau population estimates released in 2025, Bucks County is growing, but not everywhere, and not evenly. Some communities are steadily…
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Philadelphia Men Face Felony Charges After Alleged Cable Theft Disrupts Churchville Bald Eagle Nest
A cable theft gone wrong has landed two Philadelphia men in legal jeopardy—not just for stealing, but for trespassing on one of nature’s most protected…
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Scientists Confirm That a Meteorite Struck a Home Just Outside of Bucks County
Scientists and academic officials are confirming that a meteorite recently struck a home just across the river from Bucks County. Staff writers at Planet Princeton…
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Here Are Some Standout Italian Restaurants in Bucks County
If you are looking for an amazing Italian meal in Bucks County, you will find plenty of standout options guaranteed to satisfy even the most…
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Peddler’s Village Coffee Shop Transforms into Iconic Gilmore Girls Diner
Mama Hawk’s Kitchen & Coffee is dressing up for Halloween this year as Luke’s Diner from the beloved “Gilmore Girls” TV series, reports Jennaphr Frederick…
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The Inn at Bowman’s Hill, Located in New Hope, Hits Market at $4.5 Million
The Inn at Bowman’s Hill, a bed and breakfast in New Hope nestled on five lovely acres, just hit the market for $4.5 million. Emma…
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These Three Major Pop Stars Have Bucks County Roots
Three major pop stars who are known all around the world all grew up in Bucks County, writes Gianna for 94.5 PST. Pink, whose real…
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Go Down the Rabbit Hole in this Alice in Wonderland-Themed Tea House
This week marks the opening of The Snarky Tea House, a new Alice in Wonderland-themed shop, at 24 North Main Street in Doylestown, writes Jeff…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: This Historic Doylestown Home Comes With a Secret Staircase and Luxury Pool
Listed at $2.39 million, “The Beacham House” on Honey Hollow Road in Doylestown offers a rare glimpse into Bucks County’s historic past while delivering the…
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Inside the Bensalem Café Where Every Cup of Coffee Supports Cat Rescue, Affordable Vet Care
Every latte sold at Village Grounds Café in Bensalem comes with a side of purpose and a whole lot of cats. The cozy Bucks County…
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Newtown Native, Founder of ‘Call Her Daddy’ Media Empire, Is Pregnant With Her First Child
Bucks County’s most downloaded and listened to daughter is expecting. Alex Cooper, the Newtown native who turned a scrappy relationship podcast into one of the…
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Delaware River Tubing in Bucks County: Where to Go and What to Know
The current, especially after a good rain, does most of the work. That’s part of the appeal. Every summer, as temperatures climb and school lets…
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