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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Better Giving Summit Returns May 20 — But Don’t Miss the Free Nonprofit EXPO
The 2026 Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit & EXPO is back on Wednesday, May 20, at the Chester County History Center. The Summit will…
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After 60 Years, Buckingham Pub and Restaurant Closes Permanently
After six decades of operation, the Candlewyck Pub and Restaurant, a staple of Buckingham Township, has closed its doors for good, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. The restaurant shut down in…
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Chester County Ranks Among Strongest Seller’s Markets Nationwide
Chester County, along with neighboring Montgomery and Bucks counties, ranks among the strongest seller’s markets in the nation, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Recent reports…
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VIDEO Series: CCRES Cares About Kids!
For families, trust is everything. At CCRES, that trust is built through consistent care, compassion, and a deep commitment to every child’s well-being. Parents see…
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From Doylestown to the World Stage: How Family, Friction, and a Doylestown Upbringing Shaped Pink
Doylestown native Pink is back in the headlines for a move that reflects who she is. She relocated her family to New York City so…
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Sellersville’s Julie K. Brown: Investigative Journalist Who Brought Epstein to Justice
Julie K. Brown, the investigative journalist who took down Jeffrey Epstein, grew up in Bucks County, where she learned to fight for the voiceless, writes…
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Boutique Hotel Just Minutes from New Hope Boasts Delicious Restaurant
Located just a few minutes from New Hope, the Carversville Inn is a cozy boutique hotel with a delicious restaurant located in a 200-year-old building, writes Regan…
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Yolanda Hadid’s New Hope Farm Re-Lists for $10.88M After Sale Fell Through
Yolanda Hadid has relisted her New Hope lavender farm on the market after a previous deal fell through for the same $10.88 million asking price, reports Mary K. Jacob for…
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Penn Medicine Doylestown Health CEO to Retire, Talks Merger and Advice
After 13 years at the helm, including last year’s merger with the University of Pennsylvania Health System, Doylestown Health CEO Jim Brexler is retiring April…
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New Italian Restaurant Opens at the Former New Hope Star Diner
Cugini’s Italian Kitchen, a new Sicilian restaurant serving authentic Italian dishes, has opened its doors at the site of the former New Hope Star Diner…
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Central Bucks Hires Great Valley Assistant Superintendent as Next Leader
Joanna Wexler, currently assistant superintendent in the Great Valley School District, has been hired as the next superintendent of the Central Bucks School District, writes…
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Holy Family University to Honor Theologian Ilia Delio and Health-Equity Leader Lorina Marshall-Blake
Holy Family University will grant two honorary Doctors of Humane Letters at its upcoming commencement ceremony on May 16. Sister Ilia Delio, a Franciscan Sister…
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West Rockhill Considers Rules for Data Centers, Including Solar Power Requirement
West Rockhill officials are considering a new ordinance regulating data centers, even though no formal applications have been submitted to the township, writes Lacey Latch…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Employees Celebrate Earth Day with Tree Planting at Hildacy Preserve
Aqua Pennsylvania partnered with Natural Lands for an important floodplain restoration project along Crum Creek at Hildacy Preserve in Media, Delaware County. The event was…
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Sellersville Site Secures $125K for Cleanup, Paving Way for Housing
A brownfield site in Sellersville has secured funding for remediation work, which will clear the way for new residential development, writes Medianews Group for The…
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Band Formed by Hooters Drummer, Levittown Native Performing at Event
While most rock and roll bands in the area were forced to travel to New York to secure the attention of record labels, The Hooters were bringing labels…
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Bucks County 150,000-Square-Foot Shopping Center Listed for Sale
Yardley’s Prickett Preserve shopping center, anchored by Wegmans, has been put on the market, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to JLL’s…
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Primanti Bros. Former CEO Acquires Langhorne Smoothie King in Recent Deal
The Markham Team, led by the former CEO of Primanti Bros., Adam Golomb, acquired eight Smoothie King locations in the Greater Philadelphia area, including one in Langhorne, writes Jake…
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