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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CEO of Creative Capital Wealth Management Group Recognized as ‘Outstanding Citizen’ at Awards Dinner
Frederick Hubler, CEO and Chief Wealth Strategist of Creative Capital Wealth Management Group in Chester Springs, will be honored at the Phoenixville Regional Chamber of…
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Planned Theme Park in Delco Purported to Be Mid-Atlantic’s Answer to Disney World
Jeffrey Rotwitt, President of Sun Center Studios in Aston, is planning to bring a theme park to Delco that would be the Mid-Atlantic’s answer to…
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Relic from Wilt Chamberlain’s 100-Point Game That Belonged to Springfield Man Was Up for Auction
A scoresheet from Wilt Chamberlain’s 100-point game that originally belonged to Toby DeLuca, the late Springfield resident and longtime statistician for Philadelphia-area television and radio…
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Citadel Credit Union Earns High Praise from Fortune Magazine
Citadel Credit Union has earned some high praise from Fortune this month. Not only has Citadel been named one of the nation’s 10 best banks…
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One of Pennsylvania’s Best Dive Bars is in Our Region
Looking for the best dive bars in Pennsylvania? Well, there’s one right in the heart of Chester County, located in West Chester, according to East…
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Pope Francis Named Carroll Grad the New Auxiliary Bishop for the Archdiocese of the Military
Father Joseph Coffey, a graduate of Archbishop Carroll High School was named a new auxiliary bishop by Pope Francis for the Archdiocese for the Military…
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Folds of Honor Opens its 2023 Scholarship Application Window
Folds of Honor, an organization that works with families of disabled or fallen veterans and first responders, has opened up this year’s scholarship application window.…
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Wawa Wins 2018 Vote for Best Gas Station Bathrooms in PA
Wawa has topped Sheetz once again as the Delco-based chain of convenience stores has been voted as having the best gas station bathrooms in Pennsylvania,…
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For Republicans, Figuring Out Suburbs Key to Winning Elections
Pennsylvania is rated among the swing states by pundits, with Philadelphia and Pittsburgh standing as Democratic strongholds while rural Pennsylvania is almost exclusively Republican, writes…
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Former Senator Dinniman Raises $112,000 for Diversity Initiatives on Anniversary of Fredrick Douglass Speech
Former State Senator Andrew E. Dinniman has surpassed his goal of $100,000 to create the Dinniman Together Fund: Diversity Inclusion & Equity Endowment at West…
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West Chester Home to One of 100 Best Places to Dine in America
Yelp announced its tenth annual Top 100 Places to Eat list, and one Chester County eatery is among them, writes Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner for Forbes. …
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Pennsylvania Auditor General Claims Some School Districts Raised Property Taxes in Annual ‘Shell Game’
Pa. Auditor General Timothy DeFoor released a statewide school-district audit that uncovered a legal (but suspect) practice. The study revealed 12 districts statewide raising local…
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It Is Cheaper to Rent or Own a Home in the Philly Area?
Renting a median-priced three-bedroom house in the Philadelphia region is more affordable than buying one, even though rents have increased faster than home prices, writes…
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In 2017, Aston’s 2SP Brewing Was Ready to Conquer Japan
Aston’s 2SP Brewing is hoping to cultivate a passionate fan base for its Delco Lager and three more of its beers in Japan when it…
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DELCO Careers — West Chester University
Enrolling more than 17,000 students, West Chester University is the largest member of the 14-institution Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. Founded in 1871, WCU is a…
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Curtis Symphony Orchestra to Perform at Immaculata on January 28
The Curtis Symphony Orchestra presents a concert at Alumnae Hall on the campus of Immaculata University on Saturday, Jan. 28, at 2 PM. “Immaculata University is thrilled…
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In 2017, a Human Chain Saved Newtown Square Man from Drowning
Newtown Square resident Pete Peterson was saved from drowning by a human chain during a dramatic rescue in Cape May, writes William Bender for the…
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WCU’s Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band Selected to Perform in the 2024 Rose Parade
The West Chester University “Incomparable” Golden Rams Marching Band will again represent West Chester University and the greater Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE)…
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