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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An Irishman’s Journey to Bring Authentic Pub Experience to Downingtown
Coming soon to Downingtown, Dublin Brewing Company is the years-long dream of Brendan FitzGerald that is finally coming to life, writes Brooke Schultz for The…
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Philadelphia’s Best Seafood Restaurants Include Two Must-Visit Delco Spots
The Philadelphia region has built a reputation on some famous fish houses over the years, even though we started out mostly living on fish cakes…
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The Greatest Event Since the Birth of Christ? Ken Burns Says It Began in the Delaware Valley
When Ken Burns, the celebrated documentary filmmaker behind The Civil War and The Vietnam War, calls the American Revolution “the most important event in world…
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Chester County’s United Sports and YSC Sports Sold to Out-of-State Youth Sports Operator
United Sports Training Center in Downingtown and YSC Sports in Wayne have a new owner in Indiana-based Capacity Sports Group, which operates youth sports programs and manages…
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DCCC’s Natalia Rodriguez Lopez Receives $3,000 Scholarship, Named to National and Statewide Academic Teams
Delaware County Community College student Natalia Rodriguez Lopez of West Chester was selected from more than 2,300 nominees nationwide for the prestigious 2026 All-USA Academic…
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Delco’s Craft Beer Scene Is Thriving. Here Are the Breweries Leading the Way
Beer brewed locally is the reason they exist, so these breweries in and near Delaware County do it really well. Here are some of the…
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West Chester’s QVC Group to File for Bankruptcy, Plans 90-Day Restructuring
Amid ongoing efforts to manage $6.6 billion in debt, West Chester-based QVC Group has announced plans to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, writes Jeff Blumenthal for…
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Daughter of Former MLB Catcher Ranks as No. 1 Lacrosse Player in the Country
Riley Davis, daughter of Malvern Prep alum and baseball star Ben Davis, is carrying on her family’s tradition of athletic stardom as the no. 1…
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More Than a Pit Stop: How Wawa Became Part of Who We Are
There’s a moment most people in the Delaware Valley know well. The car idles. The radio hums. You’re not quite ready to go home, or…
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Phoenixville Resident Goes Into Months-Long Isolation to Compete in Upcoming Game Show
Phoenixville resident Nancy Hornback recently underwent a unique preparation process for an upcoming game show appearance, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. As part of an…
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Wilmington University Law Students Launch Law Review
Wilmington University School of Law students have launched the Wilmington Law Review, a student-edited journal that published its inaugural volume on March 20, 2026. Bringing the publication…
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Toughkenamon Greenhouse Celebrates A Near Century of Vibrant Plant Growth
Whalen’s Greenhouses in Toughkenamon has been growing millions of plants for Philly-area retailers for nearly a century, writes J.F. Pirro for The Hunt. Set across…
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One of the Best Suburbs in the U.S. Is In Delaware County, and It’s Not Media
It seems Media Borough’s been getting all the praise lately, with publications like Money Magazine declaring the county seat one of the 50 best places…
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Two DCCC Students Named 2026 Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Semifinalists
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation shares that Delaware County Community College students Paulina Jaus of Media and Fatumata Kaba of Folcroft are among the semifinalists for its highly competitive Cooke…
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WilmU’s Longstanding Commitment to Online Learning
As a professional E-Learning Developer and Technology Consultant, Chanda Boone understands the value of online education, which is why she chose Wilmington University. From her home in…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Employees Celebrate Earth Day with Tree Planting at Hildacy Preserve
Aqua Pennsylvania partnered with Natural Lands for an important floodplain restoration project along Crum Creek at Hildacy Preserve in Media, Delaware County. The event was…
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138-Year-Old Ryerss Farm in Chesco Offers Safe Haven for Retiree Horses
For 138 years, Ryerss Farm has provided a peaceful retirement home for aging horses, first in Philadelphia, and since 1987 on 388 acres of Chester County pasture,…
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Girls Spark Summit Features Noah Kahan Concert Giveaway, Prizes, & Workshops for Teens
Delaware Valley-based Girls Spark, dedicated to supporting teen girls on their mental health journeys, is building momentum for its 2026 Annual Summit, “Unstoppable.” Taking place…
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