Chester County
Chester County, one of Pennsylvania’s original three counties, is a blend of history, culture, and innovation. Founded in 1682, it’s home to several Revolutionary War sites and a diverse population.
Covering 759 square miles, Chester County’s landscape is a blend of rolling hills and valleys. Watersheds like the Octoraro, Brandywine, and Chester creeks, along with the Schuylkill River, nourish the county’s rich farmland.
Agriculture remains a vital part of the economy, with mushroom growing being a specialty in the southern part of the county.
Chester County is an important regional and national business hub and is home to several companies and industries, including Vanguard, QVC, and Victory Brewing Company.
Chester County is home to several colleges and universities, including West Chester University, Immaculata University, and Penn State Great Valley.
Chester County is a dynamic region that embodies the essence of America’s past, present, and future.
Explore our archive of nearly 25,000 stories about Chester County’s residents, entrepreneurs, schools, businesses, and nonprofits below:
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Red, White, and Drive-Thru: Celebrate America’s 250th at Freedom Village at Brandywine
Take a Semiquincentennial Red, White, and Drive-Thru tour of the Freedom Village at Brandywine campus located in historic Brandywine Valley. On Tuesday, June 30, from…
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First Resource Bank Named a ‘Philadelphia Business Journal’ Best Place to Work for Eighth Consecutive Year
In a competitive hiring market where workplace culture matters more than ever, First Resource Bank continues to stand out. The Exton-based community bank was recently…
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Malvern-Based 2X Expands AI Capabilities With Acquisition of Knownwell
Malvern-based 2X has made a major move in the artificial intelligence space, acquiring Virginia startup Knownwell in a deal that values the combined company at $400 million, reports Ryan…
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Why King of Prussia Keeps Winning Major Employers
For decades, King of Prussia was best known for its mall, its highway access, and its sprawling office parks. But the Montgomery County community has…
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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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From Community College to the Ivy League: DCCC’s National Champion Student Athlete Fatumata Kaba is Headed to Yale
Fatumata “Fatu” Kaba has always been ahead of the curve. Valedictorian of her class at Academy Park High School in Sharon Hill, she planned to…
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40 Years of Swing, 100 Years of Jazz: Criterions Alumni Return to WCU for a Milestone Reunion Concert
Four decades of tradition. One hundred years of jazz history. On Thursday, July 16, West Chester University will bring both milestones together as alumni from…
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57 New Officers Graduate from DCCC Police Academy — Including a 57-Year-Old Who Refused to Give Up on His Dream
Fifty-seven cadets are ready to begin careers in law enforcement after graduating from Delaware County Community College’s Municipal Police Academy on June 11, joining police…
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Delaware County Leadership: William Surkis, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital
Dr. William Surkis, Chief Medical Officer of Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital, spoke with DELCO Today about growing up in a small Manhattan apartment as…
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3,300 Graduates, Countless Journeys: Wilmington University Celebrates the Class of 2026
Wilmington University celebrated its 55th Commencement ceremonies on May 31 and June 1, 2026, awarding more than 3,300 academic degrees at the Chase Center on the Riverfront…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Expands Lead Service Line Inventory in West Chester to Help Build a Lead-Free Future
Safe drinking water starts long before it reaches the tap. That’s why Aqua Pennsylvania is continuing its work in West Chester Borough to identify and…
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West Chester University Joins $1.3M NSF-Funded Initiative to Expand AI and Research Infrastructure Across Pennsylvania
West Chester University is helping expand the future of research, artificial intelligence, and advanced computing across Pennsylvania through a new two-year, $1.3 million National Science…
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Error or Theft? First Bank Shares How Business Owners Can Recognize and Prevent Inventory Fraud
A company’s inventory is often one of the largest assets on its balance sheet. Unfortunately, inventory doesn’t always receive the careful monitoring it deserves —…
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Two Chester County Creameries Join PA’s 2026 Scooped Ice Cream Trail
The Shapiro Administration is serving up a sweet start to summer across Pennsylvania. Department of Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and PA Tourism Office Executive Director Kaitie Burger visited Lapp…
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Black Bear Sightings in Delaware County: How Homeowners Can Keep Them Away
A black bear strolling through Media is not something Delaware County residents see every day. But there it was, caught on a neighbor’s home security…
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QVC Group’s Preferred Shareholders Challenge $6.6 Billion Debt Restructuring Plan in Texas Court
A battle over the future of West Chester-based QVC Group is playing out in a Texas courtroom, where a group of preferred shareholders are fighting…
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Punch Buggy Brewing Brings Craft Beer to Spring City with New Main Street Taproom
A Philadelphia craft brewery is putting roots in Chester County, and owner Patrick Coyne already calls the borough home, writes Brooke Schultz at The Philadelphia…
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3 Italian Restaurants in Delco Make Philadelphia Inquirer List
If you’re looking for a great Italian restaurant with a variety of delicious food options, there are plenty of spots in Delaware County for you…
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