Chester
Chester, a city in Delaware County, had a population of 32,605 in the 2020 census.
Located 15 miles south of Philadelphia along the Delaware River, it has a rich industrial history, a growing waterfront, and convenient access to the city.
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Crozer-Chester Medical Center Revival Gains Traction as Health System Weighs Lead Role
A year after Crozer-Chester Medical Center went dark, the shuttered Upland campus may be inching back to life. Chariot Equities’ plan to revive the hospital…
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Nine Delaware County Hoagie Shops That Prove Delco Takes Sandwiches Seriously
In Delaware County, a hoagie is never just lunch. It is a roll-quality exam, a party-tray essential, a shore-trip companion, and a neighborhood loyalty test…
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Summer Mental Health for College Students: Taking Care of Yourself When School Is Out
The exams, papers, deadlines, and late nights are behind you, and summer’s long days of freedom stretch out ahead. But summer isn’t always the uncomplicated…
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From West Chester to the Tower Theater and The Spectrum: How the Delaware Valley Helped Make Bruce Springsteen Famous
In October 1972, a little-known 23-years old musician from New Jersey took the stage at what was then known as West Chester State College and…
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How a 12-Year-Old From Chester Designed a World Cup Jersey Now in Art Galleries
A 12-year-old from Chester is earning national attention during the World Cup, and it has nothing to do with what’s happening on the field. Ava Nichols designed…
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Widener University Soccer & Swim Camp 2026: Twice the Summer Fun in One Camp
Looking for a unique summer camp that keeps kids active, engaged, and having fun all day long? Widener University’s Soccer & Swim Camp returns this…
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Things to Do in Delco This Weekend: World Cup, Pride, Music Fest, Fireworks, & More
Delaware County’s calendar is overflowing this weekend, and the lineup reads like a little bit of everything: World Cup fever, Pride, live music on multiple…
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Explore Widener University’s Graduate & Continuing Studies Twilight Tours This Summer
Choosing a graduate program is too important a decision to make just by reading about it online. Widener University wants you to see up close…
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Delaware County Launches Wellness on Wheels Mobile Health Clinic to Aid Underserved Communities
Delaware County is taking its health services on the road, literally. Health leaders are launching Wellness on Wheels, a 33-foot RV retrofitted as a traveling medical…
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Widener University Names Crystal Gibson New Athletics Leader
Widener University in Chester has named Crystal Gibson its new executive director of athletics, beginning July 1. Gibson currently serves as director of athletics and…
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Widener University Honors Erica Austin and Lt. Vontel Green With 2026 Eckard Award for Distinguished Service
At Widener University, two employees who have spent a combined three decades quietly making the institution stronger were recognized this year with the university’s highest…
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ChesPenn Health Services Makes History With Its First Women’s Health Fair
On May 8, ChesPenn Health Services marked a meaningful milestone — hosting its very first Women’s Health Fair at the East Side facility in Chester.…
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Chester Children’s Chorus Founder John Alston Steps Down After 32 Years Leading the Program
After 32 years, seven children grew into nearly 1,000. And now, the man who made it happen is passing the baton. John Alston, the founder and longtime…
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Register Now for Widener University’s Engineering Camp for High School Students
High school students looking to jump-start their future in engineering are invited to sign up for Widener University’s 2026 Engineering Camp this summer. Students in…
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Found Love on Crozer Campus in Chester
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. met his first and only White girlfriend, Amelia Elizabeth (Betty) Moitz, while studying at Crozer Theological Seminary in Chester, writes…
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FIFA World Cup Spotlight on Chester: Will It Spark Economic Change for the Struggling City?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is coming to the Philadelphia region, and for Chester, it could mean a rare moment in the global spotlight. But whether that…
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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Hosts Upcoming Events
State of the City of Chester Join the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce for an important conversation on Thursday, May 28, about the future of…
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The Oldest Town in Pennsylvania Happens to Be in Delaware County
Pennsylvania, as one of the original 13 colonies where independence was born, has many historic towns that have stood the test of time. But to…
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