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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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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WCU’s Pistachio Quick Bread Contest Brings Campus Together One Bite at a Time
The College of Health Sciences at West Chester University recently hosted its third annual Food and Sensory Evaluation Competition through the Department of Nutrition, led…
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West Chester Community Mourns Student After Tragic Vehicle Accident
West Chester University student Garrett Nicholas was tragically struck by a car on over the weekend and later died from his injuries at Paoli Hospital,…
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Why Tinicum Was Chosen as the Home of the New Norwegian Cruise Line Terminal
A major new chapter in our region’s tourism economy is taking shape along the Delaware River, where construction has begun on the new PhilaPort Cruise…
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Eight Delaware County Community College Students Named to 2026 All-Pennsylvania Academic Team
April is Community College Month, and eight Delaware County Community College students were recognized as part of the 2026 All-Pennsylvania Academic Team for their academic…
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Redevelopment of Contaminated Kennett Square Industrial Site Stalls as Council Rejects Zoning Change
Plans to redevelop Kennett Square‘s National Vulcanized Fiber site into affordable housing stalled last week when borough council failed to secure enough votes to initiate…
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WilmU One-on-One: Dr. Matt Wilson Discusses Leading the NCAA’s Faculty Athletics Representatives Association
Dr. Matt Wilson’s commitment to student-athletes extends beyond Wilmington University — as President of the Faculty Athletics Representatives Association within the NCAA, he’s an advocate on the national stage. Wilson…
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This Popular Delco Spot Made List of PA’s 10 Best Milkshakes
Milkshakes are available on most menus in Pennsylvania, but it takes real skill to create a truly great one, writes PhillyBite Magazine. So it might…
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When a Diagnosis Doesn’t Tell the Whole Story: Understanding ADHD and Autism Together (AuDHD)
Across Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, Lehigh, and Delaware counties, more families are seeking answers to the same complicated question: What’s really going on with my child?…
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West Chester University’s 1871 Awards Celebrate Outstanding Junior and Senior Students
This year, a record number of West Chester University students applied for the 1871 Award, a special honor that recognizes juniors and seniors who have…
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Abrams Realty Presents Exton Mall Development Case Before West Chester Judge
Abrams Realty & Development presented its case about the rejection of its Exton Square Mall redevelopment plans to Judge Sarah Black in West Chester, writes…
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Delaware County Community College and Moore College of Art & Design Sign Transfer Agreement
Delaware County Community College and Moore College of Art & Design have signed a new articulation agreement that will allow DCCC students to transfer seamlessly…
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West Chester University’s Research and Creative Activity Day Showcases Faculty, Student, Staff Academic Inquiry
Part of “Celebrating WCU Week” this year, the University’s annual Research and Creative Activity Day takes place on Thursday, Apr. 16, in Sykes Student Union ballrooms (110 West Rosedale…
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An L.L. Bean Store Is Coming to Delaware County in May
L.L. Bean is expanding nationally, and it’s targeting Glen Mills as a new location, its first store in Delaware County, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia…
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Inside The Kimberton Inn, a Chester County Restaurant Built on Food, History, and Experience
Tucked just outside Phoenixville, The Kimberton Inn sits at a crossroads that feels frozen in time. Kimberton Road meets Hare’s Hill Road here, and all…
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