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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Penn Community Bank Helps Bring Attention to ALICE Population
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, joined the County of Bucks and United Way of Bucks County in designating March…
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Experience Sellersville’s Historic 150th Anniversary Celebrations
In 2024, Sellersville, a cultural town located in Upper Bucks County, is gearing up to celebrate a significant milestone: its 150th year of establishment. As…
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Penn Community Bank Releases Its 2023 Impact Report
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, has released its 2023 Impact Report. The 50-plus page report, released annually, highlights the bank’s…
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Penn Community Bank Helps Break Ground on Philadelphia Affordable Housing
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, joined Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, City Council President Kenyatta Johnson, and regional developers on…
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Inside Doylestown’s VAMPA Museum: A Haunting Journey Through Vampire History
Did you know that Bucks County is home to a hidden gem straight out of a Bram Stoker novel? According to owner Edmondo Cirmi, VAMPA:…
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$700K Converted Garage Home in Nearby Fountain Hill Causing a Stir on TikTok
A lofty listing in Lehigh County’s Fountain Hill, a town just outside of Bucks County, has stirred controversy on TikTok, writes Geoff Weiss for Business…
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Experience Historic Charm at The Talking Teacup: A Unique Seasonal Teahouse in Chalfont
The Talking Teacup in Chalfont beckons visitors with an enchanting retreat to unwind in a world of historic charm and hospitality. Housed within a historic…
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Weekend Wanderer: Will I Ever Be Cool?
I’ve been up to something on Sunday mornings. Besides, you know, bombarding you with words. It began two months ago. But its roots go back…
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Is Bucks County Getting Its First Lidl? Inside the German Grocer’s Expansion Plans
Popular German grocer Lidl is again considering opening its first location in Bucks County, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. The discount supermarket retailer previously…
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The Latest Thing From Wawa? Prefabricated Drive-Thru Stores
Are you ready for a Wawa prefabricated drive-thru store? The Delaware County convenience store giant is planning four locations, writes Erica Scalise for The U.S.…
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Newsweek Names Penn Community Among America’s Best Regional Banks
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, has been recognized as one of America’s Best Regional Banks 2024 by “Newsweek.” “We are deeply honored…




![Penn Community Bank Commercial Real Estate Lending Manager James B. Erb [L] joins elected officials and local developers to celebrate the groundbreaking of 17 publicly-owned parcels for future Turn the Key homes in Philadelphia’s Grays Ferry neighborhood. The bank is helping finance the affordable housing development project.](https://philadelphia.today/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2024/02/PennCB-PHDC-Ground-Breaking-final.jpg)







































