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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Yardley Actor Richard Kind Compares Himself to Parsley on a Plate
Yardley’s Richard Kind is an actor and comedian who has a unique relationship with fame, reports Jon LaPook for CBS News. “I’ll walk down…
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These Bucks County Pools are the Perfect Place to Cool Down
Those looking to cool off this weekend can check out one of Bucks County’s many pools to escape the heat and humidity, writes Jess Rohan…
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Luxury, French-Inspired Newtown Mansion Hits Market for $5.99M
A luxurious, French-inspired home built in 2010 with a resort-like pool area has recently hit the market in Newtown for $5.99 million, writes Ryan Mulligan…
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One of Bucks County’s Largest Family-Owned Companies Acquires Six Applebee’s Restaurants
Newtown franchisee The Rose Group, one of Greater Philadelphia’s largest family-owned companies, has acquired six Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar restaurants in Central Pennsylvania, writes…
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Middletown Township Approves First Plans for Farms Edge at Shady Brook
The age-qualified Farms Edge at Shady Brook project has received preliminary plan approval from the Middletown Township Supervisors after developers further reduced its density, addressing…
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Famed Buckingham Coffee Bar Opens Second Location in Point Pleasant
The popular Amsterdam Coffee Bar in Buckingham recently opened a second location in Point Pleasant, tucked inside Kolbe’s Antiques & Art on the Delaware River,…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: $4 Million Converted Barn in Doylestown
A charming converted barn on 11.62 acres with four bedrooms and three full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Doylestown. A former…
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A New Dermatology Partners Office is Coming to Doylestown in August
A new Dermatology Partners office is coming to Doylestown on Aug. 4, located at 3900 Mechanicsville Road, Building 500, Suite 512, writes staff for CityBiz. …
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Peacock Pursuit: One Bird Caught in Doylestown, One Still on the Run
Two peacocks were seen wandering around a Doylestown neighborhood, and while one has been captured, the other is still roaming free, reports Caroline Goggin for…
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Bristol Police Officer Drums with Nephew at Special Baseball Game Performance
A Bristol police officer had the opportunity to drum along with his nephew at a baseball game performance in Trenton, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. …
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Annual Doylestown at Dusk Car Show Taking Place This Weekend
Doylestown’s annual car show, Doylestown at Dusk, is set to take place this weekend, featuring 500 vehicles, writes Ed Doyle for TAPinto Doylestown. Around 30,000…
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Butterfly Garden in Brownsburg Park Dedicated to Victims of Flash Flood
A butterfly garden at Brownsburg Park was recently dedicated to the victims of the flash flood that struck Upper Makefield in July 2023, writes Jeff…
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Peak Spotted Lanternfly Season Hits Philadelphia Area: Time to Step Up Your Stomping Game
Spotted lanternfly season has returned to the Philadelphia region, making it the perfect time to step up your stomping game and stay alert for spotted…
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Foundations Community Partnership Accepts Applications for Semi-Annual Partnership in Youth Services Grant Cycle
Foundations Community Partnership (FCP) is now accepting applications for its Partnership in Youth Services (PYS) fall grant cycle. Eligible nonprofits can apply for up to…
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Fresh Dining Spots and New Wawa Debut in Bucks County
Bucks County has added several new restaurants to its dining scene in December, with more ready to premier in the coming weeks, writes Jeff Werner…
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Hepatitis B Foundation Honors Doylestown Health Doctor with Award
The Hepatitis B Foundation and Baruch S. Blumberg Institute recently named Doylestown’s Nicole E. Geracimos, MD, as the inaugural recipient of their new Education Impact…
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Cool Off with Ice Cream and Gourmet Water Ice at This Newtown Shop
Newtown Ice House is the perfect spot to enjoy some tasty and refreshing water ice guaranteed to cool you down and satisfy your sweet tooth,…
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Summer Meal Programs in Bucks County Aim to Help Children in Need
Several organizations are offering summer meal programs in Bucks County to ensure children have access to free lunches, helping families struggling with food insecurity, writes…
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