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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Lincoln University Grad Darryl Ridgeway Named 2026 Diversity in Business Honoree
Darryl Ridgeway, a Lincoln University graduate and assistant sales manager at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, has been recognized with a 2026 Diversity in…
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Pennsylvania Game Commission OKs Edgmont Game Land Deal
The Pennsylvania Game Commission voted 6-3 Saturday in favor of a land swap deal that gives Delaware County its first state game land in Edgmont,…
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West Chester University WCU Week 2026: Complete Event Guide
With Golden Rams at the heart and spirit of WCU, there’s a lot to be excited about this spring. A weeklong series of events will…
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Chesterbrook Campus Leases Office Building to New Tenant with International Connections
Rubenstein Partners’ Chesterbrook office campus has scored a new tenant for the 41,700 square foot building at 965 Chesterbrook Blvd: equipment insurance provider HSB, writes…
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5 Places in Delaware County Where the Roast Pork Sandwich is King
While hoagies and cheesesteaks rule the Philly food landscape, let’s not also forget Philadelphia’s other unique signature sandwich offer–the pork sandwich. Here are five places…
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How Does Delaware County Rank in Resident Budgeting Skills?
Many Americans find themselves struggling financially as they cope with rising prices, writes Adam McCann for WalletHub. “As a result, it’s extremely important to have…
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Immaculata University Music Major Emily Reid Named 2025-26 Presser Scholar
The Immaculata University Music Department shares that Emily Reid ’26 is the recipient of the Presser Foundation’s 2025-26 Undergraduate Scholar Award. The award, in the…
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DCCC Theatre Presents ‘Avenue Q’ Apr. 15-18
Delaware County Community College brings the Tony Award-winning, laugh-out-loud musical, Avenue Q, to the stage Apr. 15-18 at 7:00 PM in the Large Auditorium of…
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Downingtown Brewery Eyes April Debut After Years of Development
Dublin Brewing Company, Downingtown’s newest beer destination, is planning an April debut after a lengthy development process, writes John Vaccarelli for Breweries in Pa. Owner…
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Receiver Wants Chester Bankruptcy Recovery Plan Withdrawn
A federal bankruptcy court has been asked to withdraw Chester’s bankruptcy recovery plan filed in August 2024 by former receiver Michael Doweary. The request came…
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3 Delco Towns Got On a List for Worst Worker Commute in PA.
Three Delaware County towns made a list of 20 communities with the worst commute in Pennsylvania and their names may or may not surprise you,…
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West Chester University Recognized with Three Regional Community Awards
West Chester University (WCU) was recently recognized by three organizations for its commitment to community engagement. The University has received $10,000 in grants to support a public humanities initiative rooted in…
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Five Chester County Companies Rank on Inc.’s Regional Fastest-Growing List
Five Chester County companies have earned spots on Inc. Magazine’s 2026 regional lists of fastest-growing companies, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Rankings in the Inc.…
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WCU’s Mather Lecture Series Welcomed NASA’s Dr. Elizabeth Rampe
As NASA prepared for the planned launch of the Artemis 2 mission, the first crewed space flight around the moon in more than 50 years,…
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West Chester’s QVC Group Asks for More Time to File Annual Report as Financial Woes Mount
West Chester-based QVC Group is seeking additional time to file its annual SEC report as it grapples with debt talks and concerns over its future, writes Jeff Blumenthal for…
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DCCC and YMCA Partner on New Early Learning Center in Drexel Hill
At a time when parents are struggling to find affordable childcare, Delaware County Community College and the YMCA of Eastern Delaware County have officially signed…
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Now Harder to Find, The Two All-Night Diner Still Prosper in Delco
At one time, the Philadelphia region catered to the late-night appetite with a variety of 24-hour diners. Lately, those numbers have thinned out, writes Danya…
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Retired WCU Criminal Justice Faculty Member Explores Redemption and Life Without Parole in New Book
A female inmate serving life without parole (LWOP) since 1972 painted the cover for Life After Life, a new book authored by Dr. Brian F. O’Neill,…
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