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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Inside Bucks County’s Election System: Paper Ballots, Closed Networks, and Cybersecurity
In a county where election results often draw statewide attention, the Bucks County Board of Elections plays a central role in managing voting systems and…
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Renowned Chef Opens New Restaurant at Newtown’s Former Sycamore Grill
Mélange on Sycamore, located at the site of the former Sycamore Grill in Newtown, has opened its doors with renowned Delaware Valley chef Joe Brown at the…
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Rocco’s Operator, Landlord Trade Lawsuits Over Newtown Restaurant’s Closure
The recent closure of Rocco’s at The Brick in Newtown has resulted in lawsuits between the landlord and the restaurant operator, writes Michele Haddon for…
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Bucks County Town Ranks No. 3 on ConsumerAffairs List of Best Places to Move
Levittown has been ranked one of the best places to move in Pennsylvania, coming in at No. 3 on a list of 20 communities evaluated…
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Doylestown’s Lucatelli’s Pizzeria Brings Its Dave Portnoy-Approved Pies to Newtown
Lucatelli’s Pizzeria is continuing its rise across Bucks County, opening a second location in Newtown, according to a new article from TheKeystone. The story behind…
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10 Budget-Friendly Restaurants in Bucks County for Families (With Prices)
Eating out used to feel like a simple decision. Pick a place, feed the family, move on. These days it takes a little more thought.…
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Carversville Inn Named a Must-Visit Boutique Hotel by Travel + Leisure
A 212-year-old building in one of Bucks County’s smallest villages has landed on the national radar, earning a featured review by Regan Stephens in Travel…
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Bucks County Farmers Markets Worth Visiting This Season
Bucks County has no shortage of farmers markets, and the options keep growing. Whether you want a Saturday morning tradition, a midweek evening outing, or…
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Popular Doylestown Ice Cream, Pretzel Shop Considered a Hidden Gem of the Area
The Salt Box in Doylestown is Bucks County’s sweetest hidden gem with delicious offerings that are guaranteed to satisfy everybody, whether they like sweet or…
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This Bucks County Town Has Been Voted One of the Coziest in Pennsylvania
A popular town in Bucks County recently made the list for being one of the coziest spots in Pennsylvania, a major title for the area.…
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Newtown is Quietly Becoming Bucks County’s Most In-demand Town
On any given evening, State Street in Newtown earns its reputation. Restaurants packed. Sidewalks busy. Shops with steady foot traffic. Not just on weekends, but…
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Bucks County Singles Are Ditching the Apps for This Husband-and-Wife Matchmaking Team
Julia Gold spent years on dating apps. The results were grim. “I had no luck for years. And I had horrible, horrible dates,” she said.…
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Before They Were Famous: The Stars Who Got Their Start at Bucks County Playhouse
The Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope has played an outsized role in American entertainment. For decades, actors have stepped onto the stage at Bucks…
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New Hope’s Bradley Cooper Shares His Story as a Caregiver in New Documentary
New Hope resident Bradley Cooper shared his experience as a caregiver in a new documentary that recently hit streaming on PBS, writes Molly McVety for…
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Rare Dimes in Bucks County Could Be Worth up to $1,000
Coins missing a vital mintmark are not a dime a dozen. But these rare dimes circulating Bucks County could actually be worth $1,000, writes Greg Vellner…
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These Three Bakeries Are Some of Bucks County’s Best
The Philadelphia suburbs, Bucks County included, is filled with bakeries selling delectable bakes like freshly baked cakes, cookies, and cinnamon rolls, writes Hira Qureshi for…
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Before Hollywood, Bradley Cooper Was Just a Kid From Jenkintown
Movie stars are usually packaged as larger-than-life figures. Untouchable. Manufactured somewhere far away from normal life. Bradley Cooper never really fit that mold. Even at…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: A Tranquil $4.350M Retreat in Riegelsville
Nestled in the tranquil landscapes of Riegelsville in the northeastern corner of Bucks County, 820 Spring Hill Road stands as a harmonious blend of refined…
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