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 Old Delco Friend Makes Philadelphia Inquirer List of Best Philly Burgers
So The Philadelphia Inquirer’s restaurant staff writers got together and decided where the best burgers in Philly are. We’re talking Jillian Wilson, Craig LaBan and…
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Delaware County Juneteenth Celebration Marks Anniversary of End of Slavery
Juneteenth was celebrated throughout Delaware County with special notice this year of its new status as an official federal holiday marking the end of slavery…
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A Second Season for ‘Mare of Easttown’? Only If It’s Great, Ingelsby Says
“Mare” creator Brad Ingelsby says he wouldn’t rule out a second season for “Mare of Easttown” but only if it can be done right, writes…
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Clang, Clang, Clang Went the Totally Modernized SEPTA Trolley
SEPTA is spending $203 million in the next 12 years to modernize its trolley system, writes Thomas Fitzgerald for The Philadelphia Inquirer. It would spend…
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Delco Beads in Drexel Hill Born of Sisters’ Love of Bracelet Making, Helping Others
Two Drexel Hill sisters, 9 and 12, won’t let their age stop them from running a successful business, reports Katherine Scott for 6abc.com. “It doesn’t…
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Employers Grade Hospitals on Safety; 1 in Delaware County, 1 Nearby, Earn an ‘A’
Leapfrog, an employer-driven hospital rating system on safety and best practices, has awarded top marks to one Delaware County hospital and a Montgomery County hospital…
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New Guide Provides Roadmap to Delaware County’s Brewpubs and Wineries
Now that restrictions are lifting in the area you are probably thinking about getting out more often. But it might be a little hard to…
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Delaware County CSAs Among the Best for Fresh Food in the Area
Joining CSAs is the best way to ensure you receive a steady supply of prime summer produce from local farms, writes Jenn Ladd for The…
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A Decrease in Taxes for Delaware County? Council Says It’s Possible
They’re still crunching the numbers but there is a possibility Delaware County taxpayers could see a decrease in their taxes next year, writes Kathleen E.…
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An Upper Darby Green Roof, a Lansdowne Concert Hall: Spending Federal Earmarks
From healthcare expansion and community investment to entertainment and historic restoration, the earmarks of Congressional spending requests in Delaware County are varied, writes Jonathan Tamari…
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Democrats Could Discover Who They Want to Be in the Upcoming Primary
Now that Democrats have become the party of power in Delaware County, they’re trying to figure out who they are, writes Andrew Seidman for The…
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Maizie Argondizza Went from Concert Manager to Vaccination Supervisor
Maizie Argondizza had been a 33-year-old manager booking concert tours for the Baltimore-based Sean K. Preston band. Then COVID stopped the music industry cold, writes…
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Here’s How Delaware County reacted to the Derek Chauvin Guilty Verdict
The communities of Delaware County and their leaders were quick to react to the jury verdict yesterday that found police officer Derek Chauvin guilty on…
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What If There Was a Fire and Nobody Came? Delaware County’s Volunteer Firefighter Dilemma
These days, firefighters do more than put out fires, yet many Delaware County fire companies struggle to find enough volunteers to meet the need, writes…
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Delaware County Housing Market Is On Fire, See Where Demand Is Highest
With many buyers looking for a home in the Delaware County housing market, many are finding there’s not enough inventory, reducing the time houses spend…
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PA House Passes Legislation Letting Counties Set Up Own Mass Vaccination Clinics
New bi-partisan legislation that passed the Pennsylvania House of Representatives 135-65 Wednesday would let Delaware County and other Philadelphia suburbs run their own mass vaccination…
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President Biden Visits Delaware County With Good News, but Vaccine Shortage Looms
President Biden will be in Delaware County Tuesday, his first public appearance outside the White House, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. The…
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These Private High Schools in Delaware County Are Among This Year’s 50 Best in Pennsylvania
Delaware County is home to four of the 50 best private high schools in Pennsylvania for 2021, according to a new report published by Niche.com.…
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