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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Get a Sun-Kissed Look Year-Round with Freckle Tattoos at This Trevose Lounge
Femminition in Trevose is a cosmetic lounge that provides a variety of services to its customers, including tattooing fake freckles, reports Jennaphr Frederick for FOX…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: 250-Year-Old Stone Manor in Yardley
An exceptional stone manor home on 1.79 acres with five bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Yardley. This remarkable…
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Is Doylestown Native Pink Performing at the Eagles Season Opener This Year?
Word recently spread that Doylestown native Pink will be performing at the Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys season opener on Sept. 4, leading the artist to…
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As One New Hope Business Closes, Several More Preparing to Open
While The Landing, a popular bar and restaurant along the river, closed its doors for good in New Hope this year, several new businesses have…
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Warrington’s Windtree Therapeutics Faces Uncertain Future After NASDAQ Delisting
Warrington-based Windtree Therapeutics faces an uncertain future after being delisted from the NASDAQ stock exchange last week, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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As E-Bikes Multiply on Bucks County Roads, Legal Questions Follow
Bucks County roads are seeing more electric scooters, skateboards and minibikes, raising questions about their safety and legality, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County…
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Enjoy a Taste of Fall with New Treats from Trevose-Based Rita’s Italian Ice
Rita’s Italian Ice, headquartered in Trevose, is celebrating the fall season early with three autumn-themed concretes bursting with apple and pumpkin flavors, writes staff at…
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This Steakhouse in Yardley Serves Some of the Best Braised Short Ribs
Yardley is the home of Charcoal BYOB, an unassuming but delicious steakhouse that offers some of the best braised short ribs in the area, writes…
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The Polish-American Family Festival and Country Fair Is Returning for its 59th Year
The Annual Polish-American Family Festival and Country Fair is returning for its 59th year to the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, writes Jeff Werner…
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What You Get for $350,000 in Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Chester and Delaware County
What does $350,000 get you across the Delaware Valley? The answer changes depending on where you look. In Bristol, it’s a mid-century ranch reworked for…
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George School’s New Head of School Plans to Maximize Impact of $17.75M Gift
Justin Brandon, the first Black head of school at George School in Newtown, who assumed the role last year, plans to maximize the recent $17.75…
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Bucks County Native Overcomes Paralysis to Continue His College Hockey Career
Bucks County native Jack Smiley fell in love with skating when he was four, and it soon developed into a passion for hockey, writes Sidney…
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Central Bucks East Remembers Former Football Player Who Passed from Cancer
At their football game last Friday, players, cheerleaders and coaches at Central Bucks East High School remembered a former player and graduate who passed away…
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Squish, Spray, or Trap: How To Handle Spotted Lanternflies In Your Backyard
Although spotted lanternflies appear beautiful with their delicate spots and striking black and red stripes, they are an invasive species and threaten both local trees…
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Fairless Hills Swimming Pool Closed Indefinitely Due to Leak Issue
Fairless Hills’ Oxford Valley swimming pool remains closed, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times, but Parks and Recreation is working with the…
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SEPTA Cuts Likely to Bring More Congestion to Bucks County Roads
SEPTA cuts will affect not only Bucks County’s rail and bus riders but also increase traffic, likely worsening congestion across the region, writes Chris Ullery…
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Chipotle with Drive-Thru Coming to Barn Plaza in Doylestown This Week
The latest Chipotle Mexican Grill location in Bucks County will officially open its doors on August 28 at Barn Plaza in Doylestown, writes Jeff Werner…
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Peaches, Apples, and Pears Galore! Where to Pick Fruit in Bucks County
Looking to pick some fresh fruit and veggies? These pick-your-own produce spots throughout Bucks County are the perfect places to explore, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for…
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