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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Annual Comfort Kit Assembly by Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz Supports Local Cancer Patients
Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz (BGA&F), a full-service accounting firm with offices in Media, Delaware County, and Chadds Ford, Chester County, partnered with the HEADstrong…
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Delco Gives a Huge Success With More Than $1.6M Raised for Nonprofits
The Foundation for Delaware County’s Delco Gives marathon raised more than $1.6 million in less than 24 hours to help nonprofits who had registered for…
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Ridley Township Merger Combines 2 Fire Companies Into One
A Ridley Township merger between the S.M. Vauclain and Leedom Fire Companies has created a new fire company under one roof—Ridley Township Fire Company Number…
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Seeking Pennsylvania’s Top Colleges? 3 Are in Delaware County
Delaware County has a respectable three out of the 10 top colleges in Pennsylvania, according to statistics put together by Stacker, as reported at msn.com.…
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FirstBank Charitable Foundation Hosts Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit Today, May 9
Today, May 9, the FirstBank Charitable Foundation is hosting its pioneering event in philanthropy, the Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit. The Summit is at the Chester County History…
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Rue21 Closes Springfield Mall Store Amidst Bankruptcy Filing
A Springfield Mall staple, Rue21, is closing as part of a Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection filing by the retail company, writes Daniella Genovese for Fox…
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Fresh Produce Is Near at Hand. See Which CSAs Have Pick Ups in Delaware County
Farm fresh produce is nearby ready for your kitchen in the spring, summer and fall months through several CSAs, or community-supported agriculture, in the Philadelphia…
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FirstBank Charitable Foundation To Host Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit May 9
On May 9, the FirstBank Charitable Foundation will present its pioneering event in philanthropy, the Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit. The Summit will be held at the…
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Experts Figure Out Why There Was a Strange Odor in Delaware County Last Week
Calls of a mysterious odor wafting through Delaware County began coming into the Delaware County Office of Emergency Management Monday morning. Most described it as…
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These Delaware County Communities Have What It Takes to Rank High in the Region
Though walkability is a popular consideration for moving into today’s suburban communities, five Delaware County suburbs ranked high for other considerations as well. Niche looked…
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District Attorney Appeals New Trial Order in Chester Murder Case
The Delaware County District Attorney is appealing a judge’s order granting a new trial for three Chester men convicted of a 1997 murder, writes Alex…
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Freedom Village Proudly Joins “Pump It for Parkinson’s” Initiative
Freedom Village at Brandywine, on World Parkinson’s Day, joined the National Institute for Fitness and Sports in its “Pump it for Parkinson’s” initiative. The community…
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Wawa Charity Is Expanding, Too, With 6,500 Organizations Helped So Far
Wawa charity through its Wawa Foundation has donated $160 million over the past 10 years, impacting 6,500 organizations in the community and providing 35 million…
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Something Smells Like It’s Burning in Delaware County. Again.
A mysterious burning odor in Delaware County has resurfaced, prompting some 911 calls, writes Chris O’Connell for Fox 29 Philadelphia. The odor, which some describe…
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Childcare Costs Putting Strain, Limits on Delaware County Families
The Salovin family in Springfield pays $26,000 a year in Delaware County childcare costs for their two daughters, ages 1 and 4, writes Erin McCarthy…
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Celebrate Trails at Eight Greater Philadelphia Events on the Circuit Trails This Saturday
This Saturday, April 27, is Celebrate Trails Day, an annual spring celebration of America’s trails. Started by Rails to Trails Conservancy in 2013, the celebration…
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President Biden Swings by Wawa for Some Pre-Flight Snacks
President Joe Biden visited a Wawa with Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker Thursday, April 18, at about 3 PM, writes Anna Orso and Emily Bloch for…
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Spring Beauty Awaits in These Delaware County Garden Spots
Now is a great time to view spring blooms in the various Delaware County garden spots found at local farms, gardens, and arboretums right here…
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