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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Delaware County Protest Seeks State Funds to Offset SEPTA Cuts
Transportation advocates and government officials gathered April 17 at the Chester Transportation Center seeking more state funds to offset $213 million in SEPTA cuts. SEPTA’s…
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SEPTA Cuts Would Derail Economic Growth and Workforce Mobility in the Suburban Counties
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is not just a transit system. It is the lifeblood of our region’s economy, connecting our residents to jobs,…
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Wawa Begins in the Midwest With It Largest Expansion Ever
Wawa’s largest expansion has begun. The Delaware County convenience store chain broke ground for its first stores in Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana in June and…
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Why Are We Okay With Bad Banking? A Closer Look at Customer Satisfaction and Community Alternatives
If your bank has ever hit you with an unexpected fee, bounced you between departments to fix a simple issue, or left you waiting weeks…
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Delaware County Needs to Take Action to Offset Severe SEPTA Cuts
Delaware County Councilwoman Christine Reuther is urging Delaware County to take action against severe SEPTA cuts to services that could include eliminating a regional rail…
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First Bank House of the Week: Gorgeous Colonial in Glen Mills
A gorgeous colonial on a lovely 0.29-acre lot at 4 Alexandra Court in Glen Mills, with four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, is…
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Villanova Home That Sold in Less Than a Week Among Intriguing 2024 Homes
A Villanova home owned by David Kelleher and Marlo Pagano-Kelleher, the president of David Auto Group in Glen Mills and the founding member of Pagano…
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Egg Shortage Hits Delco Bakeries Just in Time for Easter
It’s a familiar story these days. Egg costs are skyrocketing, because of a supply shortage. This time, it’s an outbreak of bird flu, writes Joe…
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How Dave Batty Built a Thriving Real Estate Team with Strategic Financial Guidance
As any seasoned Realtor knows, building a successful real estate business takes more than just hustle but also requires vision, leadership, and a strong support…
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Crozer Health CEO Tony Esposito’s Last Day Is This Friday
Crozer Health CEO Tony Esposito is stepping down as head of the embattled healthcare system, effective Friday. Greg Williams, president of Prospect Medical Holdings East…
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Delaware County Chamber Hosts 2 Events to Close Out April
Be part of the conversation shaping Delaware County’s future by attending a dynamic World Cafe-style event hosted by the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, Imagine…
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Delaware County Home Prices Rose Higher Than National Average
Home prices are stabilizing, or even coming down, around the country, with more homes listed for sale, writes Janice Kai Chen and Rachel Lerman for…
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Storm Takes Out 60 Scott Arboretum Trees at Swarthmore College
Parts of Swarthmore College’s Scott Arboretum in Swarthmore were severely damaged after a strong spring storm last week took down 60 trees there, writes Jason…
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Crozer Health Services Being Transitioned to Other Providers
While $6 million in emergency funding has been allocated to keep the lights on for another week at Crozer Health’s two remaining hospitals, service cuts…
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Delaware County Among 5 Pennsylvania Counties With the Most Distracted Driving Offenders
Delaware County is among the five top counties in Pennsylvania that have the most distracted driver offenders, writes David Mowery for the Reading Eagle, as…
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The Foundation for Delaware County Begins Search for New President
The Foundation for Delaware County is looking to hire a new president by the Fall of 2025 and is now accepting candidate submissions. Frances Sheehan,…
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Rugby’s Rise in Southeastern Pennsylvania: Media Rugby Club, PTZOptics Lead the Charge
Rugby is gaining momentum across the United States — but here in Southeastern Pennsylvania, it’s not just growing. It’s thriving. At the heart of this…
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$6M Released to Keep Crozer Health Hospitals on Life Support
Another $6 million has been added to keep Crozer Health operations going in Delaware County open while negotiations continue on a deal to bring a…
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