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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Meridian Bank House of the Week: $3.2M Breathtaking Colonial in Newtown
A colonial home on 4.94 acres with five bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Newtown. This stunning residence offers…
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This New Jersey Town Just Across the River Is Thriving Thanks to the Arts
Those visiting New Hope frequently take a trip over the former toll bridge into Lambertville, a quaint town with a vibrant arts culture, though that…
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Amid Government Shutdown, Citadel Credit Union Offers Loan and Payment Relief to Local Families
As the federal government shutdown stretches on, thousands of local families across the Greater Philadelphia region are feeling the financial strain from delayed paychecks to…
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Yardley Couple Spares No Expense to Turn Their Yard Into Halloween Haunt
Sheri and Chris Connolly spared no expense to turn the yard of their Yardley home into a true Halloween haunt, writes Erin McCarthy for The…
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Blue Envelope Program to Expand to All Bucks County Police Departments
The Bucks County District Attorney’s Office is bringing the Blue Envelope Program to all 39 police departments in the county, writes Jim Melwert for KYW…
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Bobby Chez Gourmet To Go in Newtown is Closing Its Doors For Good
Bobby Chez Gourmet To Go, a gourmet to-go seafood store at the Village at Newtown shopping center, is closing, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.…
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Pennridge High School Students Present Innovative Ideas at Navy’s 250th Anniversary STEM Challenge
Students from Pennridge High School in Perkasie had the opportunity to take part in a “Shark Tank”-style STEM competition during the U.S. Navy and Marine…
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Lake Nockamixon Dam to Release Water This Weekend for Whitewater Boaters
The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is releasing water into Tohickon Creek from the Lake Nockamixon dam this weekend, Nov. 1 and…
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Bristol’s F.H.C. Construction Answers Call For Residential Services In Bucks County
With almost two decades of experience, Bristol-based F.H.C. Construction has been steadily serving the growing residential renovation needs of clients in Bucks County, Philadelphia and…
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Fairless Hills Community Raises Over $100K After Fire Claims Resident’s House
The Fairless Hills community is coming together to support one of their fellow residents and his family, Scott Diethorne, who lost his home and three…
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Is One of the Most Haunted Roads in the Country Located in Bucks County?
The online travel guide SIXT recently listed Bedminster Township’s Birch Lane as the most haunted byway in the state and the 11th most haunted in…
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Affordable Senior Living Community, Named After Late Chairman of Firstrust Bank, Opens in Trevose
State and local officials recently joined community supporters to celebrate the opening of Federation Housing’s newest senior living community, the Daniel B. Green House. The 60-unit…
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FCP Meets this Moment of Need by Increasing Grant Support
Foundations Community Partnership (FCP) recently awarded its fall Partnership in Youth Services (PYS) Grant to 16 non-profit organizations serving children, young adults, and families in…
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Bucks County Man Shatters Stereotypes as Cheerleader for the Eagles
James LeGette, a Bucks County native, is celebrating his fifth year as a cheerleader for the Philadelphia Eagles, reports Josh Sanders for CBS News Philadelphia.…
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Developer Withdraws Plans For Controversial Warehouse In Buckingham
Developer J.G. Petrucci will permanently withdraw plans for a warehouse at the site bordering Cold Spring Creamery Road in Buckingham Township under a stipulation agreement,…
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New Hope’s Bucks County Playhouse to Host Annual Costume and Clothing Sale
New Hope’s Bucks County Playhouse is holding its annual Props and Frocks costume sale on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 10 AM to 5 PM, writes…
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Where to Find the Best Fall-Themed Foods and Drinks in Bucks County
There are plenty of delicious fall-themed foods and beverages available in Bucks County to try, complementing the vibrant foliage and crisp autumn weather, writes Lexi…
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First-Person Reenactment: Lucretia Mott & the Women’s Suffrage Movement
Step into the 19th century as a Gather Place Museum reenactor brings Lucretia Mott—Quaker minister, abolitionist, and women’s rights pioneer—to life. This compelling one-hour program…
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