Quakertown
Quakertown is a borough in Bucks County with a population of 9,359 as of 2020.
Located 15 miles south of Allentown and 40 miles north of Philadelphia, it serves as a border town between the Delaware Valley and Lehigh Valley metropolitan areas.
Originally settled by Quakers, Quakertown played a role in the American Revolutionary War when, on September 18, 1777, a convoy transporting the Liberty Bell stopped in the town overnight.
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Foundations Community Partnership Awards Scholarships to Outstanding Bucks County Students
In collaboration with each of Bucks County’s public, technical, and charter high schools, Foundations Community Partnership announced its 2025 scholarship recipients. School administrators and guidance…
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Investing in Kids, One Meal at a Time: Penn Community Bank Champions Summer Nutrition Effort
Penn Community Bank is proud to sponsor St. Luke’s Summer Meals Program for the seventh consecutive year. Since its inception, the program addresses food insecurity from Allentown…
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Two Local Liquor Stores in Pennsylvania’s Top Five for Sales
Last year was strong for Fine Wines and Good Spirits stores in Bucks County, which recorded over $173.3 million in sales, with two coming among…
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Dave’s Hot Chicken Has a Grand Opening May 2 in Quakertown
Dave’s Hot Chicken, the popular Nashville-style hot chicken chain, enjoyed celebrating the grand opening of its Quakertown location on May 2, writes Jim Wright for…
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Bucks County Medical Center Named Among Premier’s 100 Top Hospitals for 2025
Four Philadelphia-area medical centers have earned spots on Premier’s 100 Top Hospitals rankings for 2025, including one in Bucks County, writes John George for the…
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Bucks County is Pennsylvania’s Fourth-Biggest Alcohol Consumer; These Are Local Drinks of Choice
Bucks County ranked fourth in Pennsylvania for alcohol consumption, with 10.8 million units sold at Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores from July 2023 to…
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Explore Charming Bucks County’s Top-Rated Bookshops for Your Next Page-Turner”
With Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday, there is no better time to explore these local gems and find your next page-turner, writes Patrick Rapa for…
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Washington Post: See How Tree-Friendly Bucks County Towns Are
Most of Bucks County enjoys a decent amount of tree cover, though the density of trees varies significantly from one town to another, writes Niko…
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Bucks County Housing Market Stands Strong Amid Slowing Nationwide Trends
While home prices are cooling across the country and even falling in some regions, the housing market in Bucks County still remains hot, fueled by…
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Fraternitas Rosae Crucis: The Mysterious Spiritual Fraternity Hidden in Quakertown
The Fraternitas Rosae Crucis is among several strange societies and cults with Pennsylvania ties, and can be found in Quakertown and is still active to…
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Actors, Authors, Musicians and More Call Bucks County Home
Bucks County has been home to many famous individuals, from celebrated singers and acclaimed actors to renowned authors and talented playwrights, according to a staff…
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Penn Community Bank Begins Renovation of Quakertown Financial Center
Penn Community Bank is renovating its Quakertown Financial Center (1051 S. West End Blvd., Quakertown). The project, set to be completed in approximately two months,…
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Wall Street Journal: As Economic Uncertainty Set In, Quakertown Family Tightens Belt to Survive
Concerns about the economy have caused consumer confidence to drop, leading some local families to tighten their belts just to get by, write Rachel Louise…
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Joann Fabrics Closing Three Bucks County Stores
Fabric and crafting store Joann Fabrics is set to close over half of its locations nationwide, including three in Bucks County, writes Mary Walrath-Holdridge for…
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Best Spots to Grab Delicious Chicken Sandwiches in Bucks County
If you’re craving a delicious chicken sandwich – whether it be fried, grilled, or wrapped – Bucks County is home to several places offering some…
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Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter, Dolly Parton Team Up on Duet
Following her Grammy wins earlier this month, Quakertown native Sabrina Carpenter announced a Valentine’s Day surprise for her fans, writes Anna Kaufman for the Bucks…
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Quakertown’s Mercatino Italiano and Giovanni’s Pizza to Launch Insieme Event Venue
Mercatino Italiano and Giovanni’s Pizza, located in Quakertown’s Trainer’s Corner shopping center, will launch Insieme Event Venue, a new event space at the same location…
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Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter Scores Spot on USA Today’s Top 10 Songs of 2024
Quakertown native Sabrina Carpenter has had an amazing year, highlighted by eight Grammy nominations and most recently her inclusion on USA Today’s Top 10 Songs…
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