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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Local Restaurant Offered Free Meals to Encourage Acts of Service
On April 9, the Coffee Station in Garnet Valley and Morton handed out free breakfasts and lunches to their customers, writes Peg DeGrassa for the…
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Former East Passyunk Restaurant Is Being Revived in Wallingford
Lee Styer and Jessie Prawlucki Styer have decided to revive their East Passyunk restaurant Fond in Wallingford, just three miles from their house, writes Michael…
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Wawa Breaks Ground on Its First West Virginia Store
Wawa kicked off construction on its first West Virginia location in the Inwood community earlier this week with a groundbreaking ceremony, writes Fox Business for…
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Delaware County Chamber Coffee Connection April 17 Includes School Supply Collection
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Coffee Connection Thursday, April 17, 8 AM to 10 AM at Teachers’ Teammates, 777 Henderson Blvd.…
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Rosemary Restaurant in Ridley Park Is a Hit, and Here’s Why
Rosemary in Ridley Park, has opened to rave reviews and large crowds. Much of the credit for Delaware County’s hot new restaurant goes to Philadelphia…
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First Bank House of the Week: Stunning Contemporary in Media
A stunning contemporary at 528 Old Forge Road in Media sits on a lovely 1.23 acres with five bedrooms and five full and two half…
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Spotted Lanternfly Season Returns, Watch for Egg Masses to Destroy
Spring has arrived, bringing spotted lanternfly season, which will once again threatens plant and fruit gardens, along with trees and farms across the state, writes…
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Ribbon Cutting Celebrates New Hope for Hallie Office in Media
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is celebrating the grand opening of a new Hope for Hallie office in Media at 211 N. Olive Street.…
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Experts Look at Healthcare Option Plans in Delaware County
With Crozer Health’s own health ambiguous at the moment, officials and partners met Saturday to assure residents that they are behind the scenes looking at…
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Wawa Expansion Continues as It Targets Northern Virginia
Wawa wants to go big in Northern Virginia with prime spots outside of Washington D.C., a location that pits it against rivals Sheetz and Rutter’s,…
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An Anticipated Crozer Health Sale Tuesday Didn’t Materialize
The hope was there would be an announced Crozer Health sale to a nonprofit Tuesday. That didn’t happen, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer.…
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This Delaware County Public High School Got Noticed Again by U.S. News & World Report
2024 U.S. News & World Report education rankings place seven high schools in the Philadelphia region among Pennsylvania’s top 20 public high schools, including one…
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First Bank House of the Week: Craftsman-Style Masterpiece in Glen Mills
A stunning Craftsman-style home at 4 Fallbrook Lane that sits on a lovely 0.34-acre lot with five bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms is…
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IBX Teams Up with National Fitness Campaign to Bring Free Outdoor Fitness Centers to Region
Independence Blue Cross and National Fitness Campaign are now collaborating to increase access to free outdoor fitness options in communities throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania. Municipalities, schools,…
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Chester Height’s Late Mayor Leaves Behind an Open Land Legacy
Chester Heights now has 40 acres of preserved land because of a plan launched five years ago by its former mayor, Fred Wood, writes Frank…
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State, Local Police Target Aggressive Drivers on Route 1
State and local police began cracking down on aggressive driving along U.S. Route 1 through the Philadelphia region on March 28, writes Dan Stamm for…
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Wawa’s Pickling the Menu; Fans Seem Pretty Happy About It
Wawa pickles can go with anything so the Delaware County convenience store chain has added two pickle varieties to their menu, writes Robin Shreeves for…
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Lawyer Says It Will be a Challenge to Have an April 1 Crozer Health Deal
There are roadblocks that need to come down if a court-imposed April 1 deadline is to be met on a deal to keep two Crozer…
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