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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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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International Student is Widener University’s 2026 ‘President for a Day’
A 20-year-old international student who first saw the Widener University campus the day she moved in – after leaving behind her country, family, language, and culture and traveling to Pennsylvania from Angola in southern Africa –…
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Chester’s Power Home Remodeling, Sheetz Make Best Places to Work List
Power Home Remodeling in Chester and Sheetz were both once again named to a list of 100 Best Companies to Work for by global business…
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4 Delaware County ZIP Codes Expected to See the Greatest Rise in Home Value
Delaware County home values are expected to rise the most in four ZIP Codes, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. They are included in…
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4 Delco Locales Make Philadelphia Magazine ‘Best of Philly’ Food List
Philadelphia Magazine published its Best of Philly Food & Drink list, which includes unique food offerings at four Delaware County establishments. Seabrisket Best Surf and…
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Need a Primary Care Provider in Chester? ChesPenn Is Here for You
If you’re looking for a primary care provider in Chester, look no further than ChesPenn Health Services, the city’s sole provider of Primary Medical/Dental services.…
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Chester Energy Firm Turns Trash into Treasure, Salvaging $360K in Coins Annually
It may not be burning a hole in anyone’s pockets, but loose change that’s tossed in the garbage is padding the bottom line of a…
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Inaugural Snow Bowl Brings World-Renowned Youth Soccer Academies to Union’s Chester Facility
Last week, the Philadelphia Union hosted elite youth academies from around the world for its inaugural Snow Bowl tournament at the WSFS Bank Sportsplex in…
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We Are Not Alone: Chester Counties Beyond Pennsylvania
Our Chester County is a place where locals and visitors enjoy living, working, and playing. While not the largest county in Pennsylvania, it is the wealthiest, leading to an influx…
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Chester Shipyard Built Ship That Retrieved Soviet Sub in CIAs ‘Greatest Deception’
The Glomar Explorer is part of the greatest deception ever perpetrated by the CIA, and it was built at the Sun Shipbuilding yard in Chester,…
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Can You Name Pennsylvania’s Longest Bridge? It’s in Delaware County
Pennsylvania boasts 25,400 state-owned bridges and one of its longest happens to be right in our backyard, writes Rob Amend for AZ Animals. The Commodore…
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