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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Analyst on State’s Liquor-Price Hike: It’s Going to Increase ‘Border Bleed’
If your favorite beer or wine suddenly costs more, don’t blame store management. All state-run liquor stores in Pennsylvania are tacking on an extra $1…
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Delaware County Council Joins Gov. Wolf to Discuss SAP Expansion
Delaware County Councilman Dave White, Governor Tom Wolf, State Senator Tom McGarrigle, and State Representative Chris Quinn recently met with SAP North America President Jennifer…
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County’s Vision of Having a ‘Ribbon of Green’ Furthered with Phase 1 of Darby Creek Trail
Delaware County Council recently joined Upper Darby Mayor Tom Micozzie and Director of Delaware County Parks and Rec Marc Manfre to visit the site and…
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Suburban Real Estate Market Sizzles; Where Have Housing Prices in Delco Increased the Most?
Following years of sluggishness, the real estate market in the Philadelphia suburbs is finally experiencing the recovery it needs, writes Caitlin McCabe for the Philadelphia…
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Havertown Woman with Two Kids Fighting Cancer Helps Other Struggling Families
Rachel McGonigle, who has two kids fighting cancer, was inspired to help other struggling families in Delaware County by the Compassion United Havertown Facebook group, writes…
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Big Prizes Lure Gamers to Aston for eSports Event
Gamers flocked to Delaware County over the weekend, drawn by the $65,000 prize pool during an eSports event at Sun Center Studios in Aston, writes…
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Turnpike’s Toll Scofflaws Given Fair Warning
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission has warned drivers with at least six unpaid tolls or outstanding violations of $500 or more to pay up by Aug.…
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Lansdowne Commuter Monitors SEPTA’s Performance
Very soon, SEPTA riders in Delaware County will know exactly where their bus, trolley, or train is at and how quickly it’s coming down the…
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Amherst-Bound Softball Player from Broomall Named Foot Locker Scholar Athlete
Broomall native RonnieMarie Falasco, a star softball player and recent graduate of Delco Christian, is one of just 20 students chosen from a nationwide pool…
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Crozer-Keystone, Prospect Medical Holdings Agree to Patch Up Differences
A disagreement over how much Prospect Medical Holdings has paid so far to buy the five hospitals in the Crozer-Keystone Health System has cut deep,…
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Braskem Picks Texas Over Marcus Hook — This Time
Infrastructure advantages near Houston are diverting a $675 million investment in a new Braskem thermoplastics plant to Texas instead of Marcus Hook — at least…
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Battle Between Crozer-Keystone Community Foundation and Prospect Medical Holdings Heats Up
Last year’s buyout of the nonprofit Crozer-Keystone Health System by Prospect Medical Holdings has seemingly exacerbated a rift between Prospect and the foundation it created…
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First Golf Pro at Wallingford’s Springhaven Club Won Inaugural U.S. Open in 1895
Horace Rawlins, the winner of the inaugural U.S. Open in 1895 and the first professional at The Springhaven Club in Wallingford, narrowly avoided death on…
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Haverford Man Challenging Sen. Bob Casey: ‘I Want to Run a Campaign of Ideas’
He’s seeking the Republican endorsement to challenge incumbent Democrat U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, but he didn’t support President Donald Trump and he’s a critic of…
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Co-Creator of Delco Proper Headlines Springfield Comedy Show
He’s working on introducing the world to Delaware County, but first, Tommy Pope had to share a little more hometown humor with locals. The Drexel…
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Capital Gains: Wawa Prepping for Expansion into Washington, D.C.
Wawa has set its sights on the nation’s capital, writes Emily Babay for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The Delco-based chain of convenience stores will be revealing…
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Star of Fox News Founder Roger Ailes Launched in Delco
President Richard Nixon found Roger Ailes in Media, and Ailes in turn found a way to change politics forever. He was a “brilliant broadcaster (who)…
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CBS3 News Brings Prendie Grad Back Home
A familiar face has returned to greet Delaware County viewers first thing in the morning. CBS3 News has brought Archbishop Prendergast graduate Rahel Solomon back…
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