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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Deadline Nears to Submit Nominations for Citadel Heart of Learning Awards
The Citadel Credit Union’s 23rd Annual Citadel Heart of Learning Awards program is rapidly approaching its nomination deadline of Jan. 15. This urgent call invites nominations…
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This Delaware County Home Was 1 of the More Unique Homes for Sale in 2023
There were some pretty amazing homes that went up for sale in 2023 in Greater Philadelphia, including one unique Delaware County home. A list of…
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See If Delaware County Still Ranks Among Wealthiest in Pennsylvania
Delaware County’s wealth is in a good place when compared to other counties around Pennsylvania. It joins three of its neighboring counties in being among…
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Wawa’s 2023 Was More Than Just About Pushing Pizza
Wawa 2024 and Beyond continues an aggressive campaign to open stores in other states even as it tweaks stores closer to home, writes Emma Dooling…
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Longtime WCU Council of Trustee Member Judge Dozor Reappointed, Senator Comitta as Newly Appointed
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro recently reappointed one Council of Trustee (COT) member and made one new appointment to West Chester University’s 11-member Council: Judge Barry…
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Crozer Health’s New EMS Delivery Approach Won’t Affect Service
Crozer Health is changing how it delivers emergency medical services, but there are no plans to reduce any advanced life-saving or basic life-saving services in…
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Hollywood Actor and Montco Native Bradley Cooper Buys Home in New Hope Amid Budding Romance with Gigi Hadid
Award-winning actor, director, and Montgomery County native Bradley Cooper will soon call New Hope home, writes Mara Siegler for Page Six. Cooper, who is…
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Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz Embraces the Holiday Spirit By Adopting Families
In a heartwarming display of holiday spirit and community support, Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz (BGA&F), a renowned tax, accounting and advisory CPA firm, has…
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Autism-Friendly Skating Event at Flight on Ice Aids Eagles Foundation
Autism and the Eagles Autism Foundation were on the minds of ice skaters Tuesday evening at Flight on Ice in Newtown Square. Many Delaware County…
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Pennsylvania Supreme Court to Hear Case on Closing of DCMH
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has agreed to hear an appeal over Prospect Medical Holdings Inc.’s closing of Delaware County Memorial Hospital in Drexel Hill, writes…
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Immaculata University Nursing Student Achieve High NCLEX Pass Rate
Immaculata University’s nursing students achieved a remarkable 97.92 percent first-time pass rate on the registered nurse licensure exam, or NCLEX, in the 2022-23 academic year, the most…
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Here Are Some of the Best Places to Ice Skate in Delaware County
For ice skating fans, it’s no longer necessary to wait for a local pond to freeze over. Here are some of the best places to…
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George W. Hill Correctional Facility Graduates 16 ‘Inside-Out Students
Sixteen students, eight from Penn State Brandywine and eight incarcerated people, graduated from the George W. Hill Correctional Facility’s “Inside Out” program on Nov. 28.…
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American Heritage Credit Union Kicks Off Annual Grand Illumination with Fireworks, Holiday Performances
American Heritage Credit Union — which has locations in Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Delaware, and Camden counties — recently kicked off its 16th Annual Grand Illumination…
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Boeing Grant to Support Foundation HOPE Housing Program
The Foundation for Delaware County announced that the Housing Opportunities Program for Equity (HOPE) has received an $80,000 grant from Boeing Philadelphia. The Boeing grant…
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Delaware County Symphony Presents: A Holiday Chamber Concert
The Delaware County Symphony performs a holiday chamber concert on Dec. 17 in a celebration of the season. The second chamber concert of the season…
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Delaware County Libraries Receive Solar Charging Equipment from General Recreation, Inc.
Solar equipment, including solar-powered charging benches and poles, provided by General Recreation, Inc. in Newtown Square, was recently installed at various libraries in Delaware County.…
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Tax Vacation Is Over: Delaware County Eyes 5 Percent Increase
It’s the first county tax increase in a decade, but it has to be done, said Delaware County officials this week. The proposed $428 million…
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