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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Amidst Continued Growth, Citadel Credit Union Reinforces Commitment to the Communities It Serves
Citadel Credit Union is reinforcing its dedication to supporting the communities it serves across Chester, Bucks, Delaware, Montgomery, Lancaster, and Philadelphia counties through ongoing community…
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Marple Commissioners Weigh in on Use of Don Guanella Property
As far as Marple Township is concerned, the former Don Guanella property has been rezoned for open space use, according to township solicitor Adam Matlawski.…
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FirstBank Charitable Foundation’s Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit: Uniting for Positive Change
On May 9, the FirstBank Charitable Foundation will present its pioneering event in philanthropy, the Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit. This groundbreaking summit brings…
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Consumer Focus on Convenience Makes Wawa Expansion Understandable
Wawa is one of several retailers nationwide who are on an expansion kick because they know how to deliver convenience, writes Lanie Beck for RE…
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Julia Rae Gives Back to CHOP With Gifts to Young Patients
Julia Rae is a successful professional singer and actress from Delaware County but there was a time when she was a young patient being treated…
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This Delaware County Community Is 1 of 50 Best Places to Live in the US
Those looking to escape the frantic city scene have plenty of suburban options outside Philadelphia, but one community in Delaware County seems to be a…
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Teen Swimmers Volunteer to Help Special Olympics Swim Team
Swimmers hoping to compete in the Special Olympics are getting some extra help from a dedicated volunteer group of 30 excellent high school swimmers. The…
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For the First Time, Delaware County has a ‘Million Dollar’ Neighborhood
With limited housing for sale and continued buyer demand, Pennsylvania now has two million-dollar neighborhoods, places where the typical home won’t sell for anything under…
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Jason Kelce Documentary ‘Kelce’ Nominated for Two Emmys
The popular Prime Time documentary Kelce, which highlighted Jason Kelce’s football career and family life, has been nominated for two Emmy Awards at the 45th…
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Home Prices Are Rising the Fastest Right Now in These Delaware County Communities
So where exactly in Delaware County are home prices rising the fastest at the moment? Stacker has compiled a list of communities in the Philadelphia…
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It’s a Chamber Concert for All Ages From the Delaware County Symphony Orchestra
A Delaware County Chamber Concert for All from the Delaware County Symphony takes place April 14 at Neumann University. The fun and family-friendly performance will…
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Think Delaware County for All Your Gardening Needs, and More
Delaware County has plenty of places to help with all your spring garden preparations. Here’s a list of Delaware County nurseries and gardening centers for…
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Delaware County Ticketholder Wins Million Dollar Powerball Prize
A Delaware County Powerball ticket holder is a million dollars richer after hitting five of the numbers drawn on Wednesday, March 27, reports the 6abc…
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Don Guanella Park Property Gets New Name; Mental Health Facility Planned
Delaware County’s newest and largest park now has a name—Delco Woods. The name was approved by Delaware County Council April 3 for the former 213-acre…
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1 Delaware County Hospital Makes US News List for Best Maternity Care
Eleven Philadelphia-area hospitals, including one from Delaware County, received U.S. News & World Report’s top “high performance” rating for the country’s top hospitals for providing…
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Delaware County Health Department Looks Back at a 2-Year Journey
The Delaware County Health Department is two years old this year and look how much it’s grown! The department was an urgent necessity created out…
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Delco Sisters Premiere ‘Order My Steps’ at Media Film Festival
The short film “Order My Steps,” about a woman in prison reconnecting with her daughter, premieres in Pennsylvania this evening at the Media Film Festival,…
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5 Philadelphia-area Nonprofits Get Donations From Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott
Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott recently made major contributions to 361 nonprofits nationwide. Of the more than 300 nonprofits, 11 are based in Pennsylvania, including five that…
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