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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2 Delaware County Towns Named Among 9 Best Places to Live in Pennsylvania
Local real estate experts have weighed in to select the nine best places to live in Pennsylvania and two Delaware County communities ranked on the…
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See How Delaware County Ranks for Household Income in Pennsylvania
When compared to other counties in Pennsylvania, Delaware County’s residents do OK as far as earnings and household income, according to Stacker. The county had…
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Incentives Are Drawing Film and TV Crews to Delaware County
Delaware County is benefitting from incentives offered to film and television producers, generating award-winning projects here like Silver Linings Playbook and Mare of Easttown. That’s…
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WIP’s Glen Macnow, From Havertown, Discusses His Sports Journey
Glen Macnow could be considered the voice of Philadelphia sports as the longtime WIP sports radio host, but he’s not originally from Philadelphia, writes Jarrad…
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Glen Mills Owner of 9 Newfoundlands Works on Mom’s Therapy Dog Dream
Mackenzie Makatche is a Delco dog mom of nine Newfoundlands who documents her pet parenting journey for more than 37,000 followers on Instagram, writes Stephanie…
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Philadelphia and Surrounding Counties Lead Push for $15 Minimum Wage in Pennsylvania
Philadelphia and the surrounding counties are leading the way in the battle to increase the Pennsylvania minimum wage from the federal minimum of $7.25 to…
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US Deputy Commerce Secretary Visits Shugar Shack in Glenolden
U.S. Department of Commerce Deputy Secretary Don Graves stopped by Shugar Shack Soul Food in Glenolden to meet with chef/owner Keenya Cain-Wiggins and enjoy a…
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2 Delaware County Middle Schools Are in the Top 25 in the State, Niche Says
Two Delaware County middle schools made it onto a list of the top 25 middle schools in Pennsylvania, as compiled by Niche, writes Matt DiSanto…
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See How Delaware County Ranks in Giving Its Kids Economic Opportunities
Making friends with people of different economic backgrounds is the best way for children to eventually surpass the earning potential of their parents, according to…
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Over the Last 10 Years, Philadelphia Region Sees Surge in Active Apprenticeships
A growing number of industries are offering apprenticeships, hoping to attract new talent by offering free education and long-term career options, writes Lizzy McLellan Ravitch…
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See How Delaware County Compares in Health With PA, US
A report from the Wisconsin Health Institute shows that Delaware County is about as healthy as the average county in Pennsylvania, but better than average…
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SCORE Honors Women’s History Month With Loyal Volunteers Who Pay It Forward
SCORE honors Women’s History Month by celebrating the significant impact of women-owned businesses on the US economy. Employing 9.4 million workers, these companies are at…
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Neumann University Honors Five Alums From Delaware County
Five Neumann Delaware County alums were honored by the university with the annual Alumni Association Awards, presented on March 12. Edith Burnham Maletsky, a resident…
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When It’s Time for Brunch, These 5 Spots in Delaware County Don’t Disappoint
There’s plenty of places in Delaware County to get your brunch on, whether it’s classic breakfast combos, sophisticated, fresh pastries, or brunch cocktails, writes Samantha…
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Here’s Your Guide to Italian Restaurants in Delaware County
Several generations of Italian Americans have made their home here in Delaware County, so it’s not surprising that there are plenty of good Italian restaurants…
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3 Delaware County Colleges Have Tightened Up on Who Gets In
The University of Pennsylvania is one of the hardest colleges to get into in the region based on local college acceptance rates, according to an…
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Power Home Remodeling Joins as Presenting Sponsor for Delco Gives Day
Delaware County first-ever Delco Gives Day, hosted by The Foundation for Delaware County on May 8-9, now has a presenting sponsor–Power Home Remodeling (“POWER”). “POWER…
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Philadelphia-Based Tech Company Stuzo Seeks Out Wawa
Stuzo, a software company that powers convenience store transactions, has been sold to Par Technology and hopes to eventually sign a deal with a major…
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