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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Landmark Developers Purchases Dubliner Building in New Hope
A North Jersey developer has expanded its Bucks County portfolio with the purchase of the building that houses the Dubliner on the Delaware restaurant in…
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Yolanda Hadid Puts Her New Hope Family Farm on the Market for $10.9M
Yolanda Hadid, the “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” alum, is selling her 30-acre Family Farm in New Hope for $10.9 million, writes Natalia Senanayake for…
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River House at Odette’s Invites Visitors to Experience New Hope Fall Season
River House at Odette’s, set in the Delaware River Valley showcasing vibrant autumn colors, invites leaf watchers to experience New Hope Fall through Dec. 31,…
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Bensalem’s Holy Ghost Prep to Become 18th Member of Philadelphia Catholic League
Holy Ghost Prep, an all-boys private school in Bensalem, will join the Philadelphia Catholic League in the 2026-27 school year to become its 18th member,…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: $6.3M Gorgeous ‘Glass Barn’ in New Hope
A contemporary home on 6.32 acres with five bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in New Hope. The Glass Barn…
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Doylestown Porchfest to Bring Live Music to Homes and Businesses This Weekend
On Saturday, Oct. 4, Doylestown Porchfest will bring live music to the borough in a new event, with bands performing throughout the day, writes Ed…
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Bucks County Landowners Benefit from State Farm Tax Break Program
Over 5,000 property owners in Bucks County pay reduced taxes to towns and school districts under the state Clean and Green program, writes Jess Rohan…
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Six Bucks County Schools Rank Among Top 50 High Schools in Pennsylvania
Six Bucks County high schools ranked among the top 50 public high schools in Pennsylvania, according to a new list from Niche. The rankings were determined…
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Borough Council Approves Plans for New Retail Space in Downtown Doylestown
At its September meeting, Doylestown Borough Council approved Worth & Worth’s preliminary plans as final plans to redevelop 159 to 161 West State Street, writes…
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Phillies Pitcher and Bucks County Native Surprised by Former Teacher at Game
West Rockhill Township native Lou Trivino, the relief pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies, shared a special moment with a fan at a recent game, writes…
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Iron Hill Brewery Shuts Down Abruptly, Including Newtown Location
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant shut down abruptly, including its Newtown location, leading breweries across the region and the state to step up and assist…
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New Senior Affordable Housing Project Nearing Completion in Bristol Township
The Lighthouse on Norton Avenue, an affordable housing project for seniors, is nearing completion and getting the final touches in Bristol Township, writes Lacey Latch…
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Low-Waste Retail Shop in Yardley Offers Eco-Friendly Shopping Experience
The Yardley Refillery is a low-waste retail shop where locals can visit to get everything they need at an affordable price while protecting the environment,…
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WWII Veteran from Bristol Celebrates 101st Birthday, Reflects on His Life
World War II veteran Joe D’Emidio of Bristol recently celebrated his 101st birthday at Parx Casino in Bensalem, arriving in a special motorcade escort, reports…
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Flourish Cafe, Located in Newtown and Holland, Unveils Revamped Menu
Flourish Cafe, located in Holland and Newtown, recently refreshed its menu with tasty new options, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. “We’ve freshened things…
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Doylestown’s Village Improvement Association Shifts Focus to Mental Health
The Village Improvement Association of Doylestown will be turning its efforts to improving mental health in the area through a new initiative, writes Ed Doyle…
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New Convenience Store Brings Easy Shopping to Downtown Doylestown
Doylestown recently welcomed a new Sparta convenience store, located close to the Justice Center and the county administration building, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.…
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Expanded Home in Bristol Township Draws Strong Interest Despite High Price
An expanded home on Kenwood Drive South in Levittown has been drawing strong interest from buyers despite the steep asking price of $749,900, in an…
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