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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This Warminster-Area Landmark is One of Bucks County’s Oldest General Stores
The Ivyland Country Store, a Warminster-area landmark for over 150 years, is one of Bucks County’s oldest general stores and cherished borough treasure, writes Dino…
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New Owners Commit to Preserving Bagel Barrel’s Legacy in Doylestown
Bagel Barrel, a longtime Doylestown favorite, has new owners who promise to continue its cherished legacy for years to come, writes Jeff Werner for the…
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2 Bucks County Senior Living Communities Acquired by Welltower for $42.7M
Welltower, an Ohio-based real estate firm focused on the healthcare industry, has acquired two Bucks County senior living communities for a total of $42.7 million,…
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New ‘Crossing Cabin Run’ Holiday Card Features Iconic Bucks County Bridge
A new holiday greeting card released by artist Jerry Cable titled Crossing Cabin Run features the iconic Loux Covered Bridge in Pipersville, writes Jeff Werner…
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MaGerk’s Pub & Grill Set to Open Soon in Langhorne’s Summit Square
MaGerk’s Pub & Grill is expected to open in Langhorne’s Summit Square by the end of January, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier…
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Toll Brothers Buys 42 Acres in Perkiomenville to Build 43 Homes
Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers purchased a 42-acre site in Perkiomenville for $8.2 million to build 43 single-family homes, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business…
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Bucks is One of the Best Counties to Live in Pennsylvania, Data Shows
Many counties throughout the nation are experiencing growth due to job opportunities, education, relatively affordable housing costs, historic or well-designed downtowns, or access to cultural…
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Central Bucks School District Moves Forward with Plans to Renovate, Replace Elementary Schools
At a recent committee meeting, Central Bucks School District advanced plans to renovate or replace up to eight elementary schools, splitting projects into two tracks,…
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Analysis Reveals That Working-Class Communities Across Philadelphia’s Suburbs Helped Trump Win
A new analysis by The Philadelphia Inquirer found that President-elect Donald Trump’s win last month was helped by gains in working-class communities in Philadelphia’s collar…
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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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Duck Donuts to Open Its Third Bucks County Location in Lower Makefield
Duck Donuts, the national donut chain, is preparing to open its third location in Bucks County in Prickett Preserve, a mixed-use development in Lower Makefield,…
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DelVal Awarded $2,025,000 RACP Grant for Poultry Science Center
Delaware Valley University has received a $2,025,000 Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grant from the Pennsylvania Office of the Budget to support the construction of…
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Frenchtown: A Travel Destination with Small-Town Charm and Artistic Energy
Frenchtown, New Jersey, across the Delaware River from Uhlerstown in Northern Bucks County, is a quirky under-the-radar travel destination offering small-town vibes and an abundance…
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Aqua PA Partners with Dive Team for Critical Training
On Nov. 17, members of Bucks County’s Public Safety Dive Team used Aqua Pennsylvania’s Churchville reservoir for a training exercise where they performed a simulated…
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Shapiro’s Executive Order Boosts Major Economic, Infrastructure Projects Across Pennsylvania
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed an executive order Tuesday morning to help accelerate major economic and infrastructure projects across Pennsylvania, writes Nigel Thompson for KYW Newsradio. The order…
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Nomination Period Opens for 24th Annual Citadel Heart of Learning Awards
Citadel Credit Union has officially opened the nomination period for its 24-year Citadel Heart of Learning Awards program. It will remain open through Jan. 15. The program honors local…
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Set to Launch New Open-Road Tolling Section in January
The Pennsylvania Turnpike, the nation’s first modern, multi-lane highway, is preparing to launch a new open-road tolling section in January, writes Lloyd Fuller for Traffic Technology…
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See How Philadelphia Compares to Surrounding Counties, U.S. When It Comes to FCC Complaints
Philadelphians are keeping the Federal Communications Commission less busy with complaints than its suburban neighbors and most of the rest of the country, writes Matthew…
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