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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Firstrust Bank a Key Partner in East West Label’s Success as a Family-Owned Business
For Christina Wilson — the CEO of Conshohocken-based East West Label, a trusted service provider for the retail industry that specializes in premium produce labeling…
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$2 Million Makeover Coming to Bluebird Distilling in Phoenixville
Bluebird Distilling makes plans for a $2 million renovation of its distillery in Phoenixville, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The project includes…
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Wayne Dentist Joins the Mountaineering Elites After Conquering the Seven Summits
Wayne-based mountaineering dentist Bruce Terry is one of the few members of the prestigious Seven Summits climbing club, after having successfully conquered all seven peaks,…
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DCCC Police Academy Graduates Largest Class in Its History
Sixty-one new police officers graduated from Delaware County Community College’s (DCCC) Municipal Police Academy on Thursday, Jun. 12, during a ceremony held at Ridley High…
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Inside Kennett Square’s Long History with the Underground Railroad
As Juneteenth approaches, the Kennett Underground Railroad Center seeks to educate the community on Kennett’s history with the abolitionist movement, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS…
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WCU Receives Largest Donation to Date of $4.7 Million Through Unique Land Donation Partnership with East Whiteland Township
West Chester University (WCU) has received the largest single gift in its history through an innovative partnership that transforms a generous land gift into both…
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East Brandywine Homeowners Win $3.25 Million Suit Against Homebuilder
Three pairs of homeowners in East Brandywine Township have been awarded a total of $3.25 million by a Chester County jury in a lawsuit against…
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Hidden in the Walls: Uncovering Forgotten Home Features
Houses have always reflected the technology, lifestyles, and culture of their times. Across the decades, American homeowners tailored their homes to fit their visual preferences…
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Chester County Home to Two of Pennsylvania’s Highest-Scoring School Districts
Two Chester County school districts rank among the best in the state according to standardized test scores, writes Ethan Lott for Philadelphia Business Journal. Unionville-Chadds…
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Six Chester County Suburbs Named Among the Best in the Philadelphia Region
In a recent ranking of the twenty-five best suburbs in the greater Philadelphia area, six Chester County towns and suburbs placed in the top fifteen,…
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Delaware County Health Department Workers Ask for a Union
Delaware County Health Department workers informed Delaware County Council members June 14 they were forming a union and asked for their support, writes Billy Kauffman…
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See How Delaware County Ranks for Resident Life Expectancy
Delaware County is among the top 25 Pennsylvania counties with the longest life expectancy, but it ranked toward the higher end of the list, according…
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Chester Retirees Sue for Direction Change Over Water Authority Sale
Chester’s state-appointed receiver, Michael Doweary, and his chief of staff, Vijay Kepoor, have a plan to bring the city out of bankruptcy by monetizing the…
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Wayne Real Estate Investor Sued Over Alleged Fraudulent Brandywine Hospital Lease
Addiction treatment provider Banyan is suing Wayne-based Actus for allegedly tricking it into signing a fake lease at the former Brandywine Hospital campus, writes John…
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BGA&F Named a 2025 Top Workplace by ‘The Philadelphia Inquirer’
Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz (BGA&F), a full-service accounting firm with offices in Media, Delaware County, and Chadds Ford, Chester County, has once again been…
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Top Chester County Breweries to Visit This Summer
Summer is arguably the best season to enjoy a chilled beverage, whether it’s on the beach, poolside, or on a sunny patio, writes Earl Hopkins…
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Immaculata University Partners with PONL to Offer Tuition Discounts for Nursing Students
Immaculata University continues its support of local nurses by adding a new partnership with the Pennsylvania Organization of Nurse Leaders (PONL). This new partnership, effective Aug.…
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Berwyn Woman Turns Her Traumatic Brain Injury Into a Lifeline for Others Like Her
A Berwyn resident’s nonprofit, the Mind Your Brain Foundation, is having a powerful impact on brain injury survivors, writes staff for Brain & Life. Founder…
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