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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Best Places to Work in Chester County Based on Employee Feedback
Chester County is home to some of the best workplaces in the greater Philadelphia region, writes staff for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Each year, the…
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Prime Commercial Property Hits Market in West Chester
Whether you’re a growing enterprise, a medical professional, or an investor looking for a solid asset in a thriving market, opportunity is knocking in West…
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Glenmoore Teen’s Ashes to be Rocketed Into Space
Described by his mother, Aymee Comas-Diaz, as the family’s “star,” Phillip Alexander Diaz tragically died at the age of 16 in a car accident, writes…
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Wake Up and Smell the Roses: Chester County’s Garden Legacy
Though Chester County is rooted in agriculture, its legacy in horticulture stretches far beyond farmland, writes Jennifer Green for County Lines Magazine. One of the…
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Malvern Medical Manufacturer Cleared for First-of-Its-Kind Alzheimer’s Blood Test
A first-of-its-kind blood test developed by Malvern-based Fujirebio Diagnostics to help diagnose Alzheimer’s disease has received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, writes…
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New Restaurant Offers Chic French Dining in West Chester
Jolene’s, a relatively new restaurant in downtown West Chester, offers residents a Parisian dining experience right in Chester County, writes Ed Williams for Maine Line…
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Local Air Traffic Controller Speaks Out After Preventing Collision Between Two Planes Near Newark
Jonathan Stewart, an air-traffic controller at a local Terminal Radar Approach Control facility, prevented a collision between two planes near Newark, New Jersey, writes Andrew…
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Santander Bank to Close 18 Locations, Including One in Chester County
In a move that will reduce its southeastern Pennsylvania and South Jersey footprint by 35 percent, Santander Bank plans on closing 18 branches, including one…
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36 Years of Dedication: Wayne Couple Cultivates a Lush, Vibrant Garden Oasis
Since purchasing their 1816 home decades ago in Wayne, Mark and Cynthia Dixon have been cultivating “a secret garden” with greenery and colorful blooms, writes…
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Bear Spotted Roaming Chester County Neighborhood Startles Residents
Residents of a quiet neighborhood in Guthriesville, Chester County, were surprised early Monday morning, writes Caroline Goggin for 6ABC. That surprise was none other than…
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Immaculata University Adds Career-Focused MBA Concentrations
Immaculata University has added four new concentrations to its online Master of Business Administration (MBA): Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Business Analytics, and Human Resources. The online…
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Sopranos Actor Passes Away at Phoenixville Nursing Home
Lifelong Pennsylvania resident and celebrated actor Charles “Charley” Scalies has passed away at a Phoenixville nursing facility, writes Emlyn Travis for Entertainment Weekly. Scalies peacefully…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Supports East Brandywine Fire Company
Freedom Village at Brandywine is proud to announce a recent donation of $10,000 to the East Brandywine Fire Company (EBFC), a vital organization that serves…
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QVC’s West Chester Studios to Welcome 11 HSN Hosts with 10 Departing
HSN has announced that eleven of its on-air hosts will relocate with the home shopping network to sister station QVC’s West Chester studios, while ten…
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Two West Chester Restaurants Ranked Among Best in Philadelphia Region
Two of the best restaurants in the Philadelphia region are local to West Chester, write Kae Lani Palmisano, Adam Erace, Jason Sheehan, and David Wesolowski…
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Two Chester County High Schools Ranked as the Best for Student Athletes
A recent study has found that two of the best Pennsylvania high schools for student athletes are local to Chester County, writes Joe Spears for…
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Local Brewing Company Eyes West Chester for Possible Expansion
Local brewery Tired Hands Brewing Co. has its sights set on West Chester for a new brick-and-mortar location, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business…
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Aqua PA Awarded $17.3 Million in Funding to Remove PFAS from Drinking Water, Replace Lead Service Lines
Aqua Pennsylvania has been awarded a combination of grant and low-interest loan funding through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST). Funding totaling $15.05 million will…
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