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 100 stories about Chester County’s residents, entrepreneurs, schools, businesses, and nonprofits below:
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Birchrunville Native Scores Resalable Treasures Among Trash from Wealthy Shore Towns
Tucker Upper, a Birchrunville native known to his scores of followers by that name, discovers resaleable treasures among trash from wealthy Jersey Shore towns, writes…
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Chester County Crime Family Inspiration for 1986 Movie ‘At Close Range’
At Close Range is a 1986 crime drama based on a true story of a Chester County crime family described as “one of the most…
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Abrams Realty Announces Timeline for Redevelopment of Exton Square Mall
Abrams Realty & Development has set the timeline for Exton Square Mall redevelopment, with work set to begin in late spring 2026, writes Paul Schwedelson…
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Summer Internships in a Range of Fields Position DCCC Students for Career Success
Working in fields ranging from Science to Government to Manufacturing, more than 25 Delaware County Community College (DCCC) students gained invaluable experience this summer in…
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ChristianaCare Expands Presence on Delaware County’s Medical Landscape
ChristianaCare has completed its bankruptcy deal for five Delaware County Crozer locations and will be bringing primary care, imaging, surgery and behavioral health treatment services…
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Immaculata University to Host Multiple Undergraduate Nursing Info Sessions
Immaculata University is hosting information sessions for undergraduate nursing programs and accelerated, second-degree nursing programs on Saturday, Oct. 4, at Loyola Hall. The two-hour undergraduate…
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BeVisionary’ Breaks From Impersonal Dating Apps, Brings In-Person Events to Singles in Area
BeVisionary aims to remove the impersonal feel of dating apps and replace it with in-person parties and events for singles in Chester and other collar…
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WCU Unveils New Football Field Name and New Video Scoreboard to Honor Alumni Legends
Two Golden Rams who have dedicated decades to advancing West Chester University (WCU) — Robert “Tommy” Tomlinson ’70 and Tom Fillippo ’69 — received the…
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Three Chester County Companies Among Largest Family-Owned Businesses in Region
Three Chester County companies were included on the list of 56 largest family-owned businesses in Greater Philadelphia, writes Todd Romero for the Philadelphia Business Journal. …
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Three Collar Counties Putting Local Protections on LGBTQ Residents
Montgomery, Delaware, and Chester counties are moving to shield their LGBTQ residents from discrimination at the local level, writes Katie Bernard for The Philadelphia Inquirer. …
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Ali Barkley, Younger Brother to Saquon Barkley, Joins WCU Football for Victorious Season Opener
West Chester University football fans will recognize a familiar last name with the addition of Ali Barkley to the team, writes Wakisha Bailey for CBS…
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Massive N.C. Wyeth Painting Finds New Home with Grandson Jamie Wyeth
A massive N.C. Wyeth painting is staying in the family thanks to a recent display by Jamie Wyeth, reports Tim Furlong for NBC10 Philadelphia. Jamie…
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Geography and History Gave Us Unofficial Delaware County Communities
There are places in Delaware County that have no mayors, no governing body, and no legal standing, but are still familiar, writes Anthony R. Wood…
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Nottingham-Based Herr Foods Names New CEO, Passing Leadership to Third-Generation
Herr Foods, a family-owned company based in Nottingham, has officially passed the reins to the third generation by appointing Troy Gunden as CEO, writes Emma…
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DCCC Partners with Kelleher Family on $250K Match Challenge to Support New Southeast Center in Drexel Hill
When Andrew Kelleher of Newtown Square decided to take an Emergency Medical Technician training course at Delaware County Community College (DCCC), he took time to…
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WCU’s Seventh Annual Global Hispanic Film Festival, Latino/a/x Communities Conference Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
During Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated annually from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, West Chester University (WCU) honors the contributions and cultures of Hispanic and Latino…
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Annual Chester County Day Tour Promises Stunning Views of Historic Homes
Chester County residents can explore the county’s most stunning estates through the upcoming Chester County Day Tour, writes staff for County Lines Magazine. Set for…
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Three Charming Chester County Restaurants You Need to Try
Three Chester County restaurants are known to be especially charming eateries, complimented by a cozy atmosphere and unforgettable flavors, writes Dorian Briggs for Ever After…
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