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: $4.25M Stunning Stone Manor in New Hope
A stunning manor home on 10.93 acres with eight bedrooms and nine and a half bathrooms is available for sale in New Hope. This exquisite…
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Check Out These Fun Events Taking Place in Bucks County This Weekend
There are so many fun events to enjoy in Bucks County, and several of them are taking place this weekend, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for Visit…
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Working to Protect Your Drinking Water Supply for Future Generations
Most people don’t often think about their drinking water supply. And frankly, that’s the way it should be. You turn on your tap, start your…
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PECO Awards More Than $200,000 to 20 Local Projects Improving Open Spaces
PECO recently honored the 20 municipalities and nonprofit organizations selected earlier this year as recipients of the 2025 PECO Green Region Open Space Program. The…
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FCP Summer Program Blends Hands-On Experience and Civic Engagement for Local Students
Since 2008, Foundations Community Partnership’s Summer Youth Corps (SYC) offers college students the opportunity to participate in a 10-week, paid internship experience at a nonprofit…
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These Bucks County High Schools Were Named Best in the Philadelphia Area
Several public high schools in the Bucks County area have been listed as the best in the Philadelphia region this year. Staff writers at Niche…
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Tariffs Deal Blow to Warminster Electrochemical Instrumentation Firm
Warminster-based Gamry Instruments, which produces electrochemical instrumentation and accessories, is one of many Bucks County companies facing challenges related to tariffs, writes Tom Sofield for…
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A Horse Trainer from Levittown is Sending Her Horse to the Haskell Stakes
Felissa Dunn, a horse trainer who grew up in Levittown, first fell in love with horseback riding when she was 12, writes Sidney Snider for…
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The Capital Grille’s “The Generous Pour” Wine Tasting is Returning to Newtown
The Capital Grille is hosting its 17th annual “The Generous Pour” wine-tasting and educational event through Aug. 31 in its Newtown location, writes Jeff Werner…
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From Food Truck to Brick-and-Mortar: Rooster & the Chick Lands in Langhorne With The Coop Sandwich Shop
Rooster & the Chick, a popular food truck and catering business, will open its first brick-and-mortar location, The Coop Sandwich Shop, in Langhorne this Friday,…
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This New Jersey Borough Has Plenty to Offer, From Great Food to Fun Events
Across the Delaware River from Upper Black Eddy lies Milford, New Jersey, a borough with scenic views, a cozy atmosphere, and fun places and activities…
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New Pennsylvania Project Opens Bensalem Office to Help Educate and Register Voters
The voting rights organization, New Pennsylvania Project, recently opened an office in Bensalem, writes Naomi Weiss for the Bucks County Beacon. This is the organization’s…
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Bucks County Artist Reflects on America’s Culture in Newtown Art Exhibit
Artist Greta Karr, a Bucks County native, recently opened her new solo exhibit titled “Americana” at the ArtWRKD exhibition space in Newtown, writes Jeff Werner…
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Doylestown Health Ranks on List of Best Hospitals in the Philly Area and the State
U.S. News & World Report recently placed Doylestown Health as the 12th best hospital in the Philadelphia region and the 24th best in Pennsylvania, writes…
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This Black-Owned Candle Studio in New Hope Carries Historic Significance
Wax N Scent Studio in New Hope is a cozy candle-making studio located on Main Street that gives locals the chance to craft their own…
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Falls Township Police Department Welcomes Former Eagle to Team
Brandon Hughes, a former Philadelphia Eagle, is set to join the Falls Township Police Department as a street patrolman, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks…
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Perkasie Artist Advocates for Creativity’s Role in Today’s Digital World
Rebecca Barraclough, an advocate and artist from Perkasie, recently discussed the importance of engaging in hands-on creative activities for both personal well-being and the good…
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Manor Park Playground Finally Opens in Morrisville After Years of Work
After years of hard work, Morrisville was finally able to open its new playground, Manor Park Playground, writes Kai Lincke for the Bucks County Courier…
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