Bucks County
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Three New Eateries and Restaurants Open Their Doors in Bucks County
Several new restaurants and eateries have opened in Bucks County over the past two months, offering delicious new options for locals, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Vanilla Café is a new European fusion restaurant based in Philadelphia, best known for its desserts. At the newly opened New Hope location, customers…
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Breaking Down School Taxes in Bucks County: Who Pays the Most and Least?
Annual school taxes in Bucks County vary greatly, with homeowners expected to pay anywhere from $3,000 to more than $7,500, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. The taxes are determined based on the assessed value of a property and the millage rate set for the county’s thirteen school districts by their officials.…
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Six Bucks County Schools Rank Among Top 50 High Schools in Pennsylvania
Six Bucks County high schools ranked among the top 50 public high schools in Pennsylvania, according to a new list from Niche. The rankings were determined by comparing factors such as college readiness, state test scores, teacher quality and graduation rates. The schools on the list have also been graded based on academics, teachers, clubs and activities,…
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Bucks County Schools Launch New Programs to Combat Teacher Shortage
Bucks County schools have launched new programs aimed to attract, prepare and retain teachers amid a nationwide shortage, writes Kai Lincke for the Bucks County Courier Times. While the situation in Bucks County is not as dire as in 45 Pennsylvania counties with a severe or extremely severe teacher shortage, it is estimated that local…
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Steeped in Flavor: Where to Get the Best Coffee (and More) in Bucks County
If you’re looking for a good spot to grab a cup of coffee, there are plenty of coffee shops and cafes throughout Bucks County to check out. Whether you’re looking for a hot americano or a soothing cup of tea, these five spots are worth visiting. SkyRoast Coffee – Doylestown/New Hope This coffee spot features…
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Six Bucks County Schools Make List of Top High Schools in Pennsylvania
U.S. News & World Report recently released its 2025–2026 Best High School Rankings list, which included six Bucks County schools in its top 100 in Pennsylvania, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. New Hope-Solebury High School was the highest-ranked Bucks County school, placing fourth on the list. The high school also ranked among the top…
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Residents Say No to Affordable Housing Shortage Solution in Bucks County
Affordable housing shortage in Bucks County could be addressed by denser housing, but town residents oppose it, and town officials have not been approving such projects, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. The county spans around 400,000 acres, with over 40 percent already developed. By 2023, roughly 23 percent, or over 92,000…
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Bucks County Farmers Navigating Challenging, Unpredictable Season
A soggy spring and dry mid-summer was the opening to an unpredictable growing season for Bucks County farmers, writes Elisabeth Seidel for the Bucks County Courier Times. “Weather has been a big challenge this year,” said farmer Andrew Frankenfield. Frankenfield is also a teacher at Penn State Extension, a Penn State University program offering education…
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Nine Bucks County Companies Featured On Inc. 5000 List Of Fastest-Growing Private Firms
Nine Bucks County companies have earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private firms, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Inc. list ranks firms based on their percentage growth from 2021 to 2024, providing a “snapshot of the country’s most resilient and dynamic privately held companies,” according to the…
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Comfortable Living Becomes a Dream as Bucks County Rents Skyrocket
In Bucks County, renters must earn $34.65 an hour to comfortably afford a two-bedroom apartment, more than double the average renter’s wage of $16.53 an hour, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. The 2025 Out of Reach Report by the National Low Income Housing Coalition uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau,…
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Two Bucks County Towns Among Pennsylvania’s Best Places to Chill
New Hope and Doylestown were recently ranked among the best small towns in the state to chill out in by World Atlas. Dating back to the 18th century, New Hope features an array of art galleries, restaurants and shops in colonial-era buildings. The town, situated along the Delaware River, offers cozy vibes and plenty of…
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Medicaid Cuts Threaten Bucks County Hospitals, Officials Stay Quiet
The new federal budget includes spending cuts that will most likely affect Bucks County hospitals, but local hospital executives are not yet disclosing the extent, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. The budget passed this month imposes additional paperwork and verification procedures for Medicaid recipients that will, according to some advocates, remove…
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These Unique Bucks County Museums Are Perfect Spots for a Day Trip
Along with an array of delicious restaurants and places for scenic adventures, Bucks County also offers several fun and unique museums, writes Kai Lincke and JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. The VAMPA Vampire & Paranormal Museum in Doylestown is a spooky spot open from 10 AM to 5 PM Thursdays through Sundays.…
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Two Bucks County Ice Cream Shops Make Inquirer’s Best-Of List
With summer heat arriving, nothing beats cooling off with delicious ice cream or gelato, and two Bucks County spots have some of the best in the region, according to Michael Klein at The Philadelphia Inquirer. Owowcow Creamery opened 16 years ago in Ottsville. It was launched by John Fezzuoglio, a New York graphic artist who…
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Bucks County Rep. Fitzpatrick One of Two House Republicans to Oppose ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, a moderate from Bucks County, was one of just two Republicans in the House to vote against President Donald Trump’s so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” last week, writes Julia Terruso for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Fitzpatrick also opposed a procedural vote on the sweeping domestic spending and tax policy package, signaling his opposition…
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Celebrate The Fourth of July with a Bang at These Bucks County Fireworks Shows
Those looking to celebrate this year’s Fourth of July can find fireworks shows all across Bucks County, writes staff for 6abc. Styer Orchard is hosting a fireworks show at 9 PM at 1121 Woodbourne Road and 97 Styer’s Lane in Langhorne. Tickets can be purchased on the orchard’s website, starting at $7.60 for children under…
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Rite Aid to Close More Bucks County Locations Amid Second Bankruptcy
Rite Aid is closing an additional 28 stores in Pennsylvania, including four in Bucks County, after filing for bankruptcy for a second time, writes Daniel Urie for PennLive. The following Bucks County locations are among the 28 locations in the state that will be closing: So far, 118 Pennsylvania locations have closed, while 839 stores…
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Bucks County Among List of Pennsylvania Counties Facing a Teacher Shortage
Bucks County is among many other Pennsylvania counties facing a teacher shortage. Officials are calling the shortage “moderate,” writes Chris Ullery in the Bucks County Courier Times. According to Teach Plus Pennsylvania, 45 of 67 Pennsylvania counties are facing a “severe” or “extremely severe” shortage of teachers. Data indicates that Bucks County’s public-school districts…
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