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:
-
DELCO Careers: CCRES
CCRES is hiring behavioral health staff to fill numerous positions. The staff provide essential services to children and adults with behavioral health challenges. They work…
-
Great Valley High School Senior Lands Dream Job as Congressional Campaign Manager
Lucca Ruggieri, a Great Valley High School senior, recently landed his dream job when he was hired as a campaign manager for Republican Neil Young’s…
-
Bridging the Past with the Future: Creative Capital Wealth Management Group Unveils New Logo and Website
The bridge logo of the nationally recognized, retainer-based Creative Capital Wealth Management Group is well-established not just in its home territory of Chester Springs but…
-
Two Chester County Beer Gardens Are Among the Best in Pennsylvania
Beer gardens are cherished, seasonal rendezvous points for friends and communities to gather, relax, and enjoy fresh brews, writes Leigh Green for PA Eats. Two of Pennsylvania’s best…
-
Elegance Cafe Brings Latest Baking Sensation ‘Crookie’ to Chester County
Thanks to Elegance Cafe, Chester County residents can try the latest baking sensation: the crookie, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The crookie, which…
-
Builder Toll Brothers Buys 22-Acre Site in Downingtown with Plans for Development
Toll Brothers has purchased a 22-acre site in Downingtown with plans to construct 89 townhouses on the property, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business…
-
Celebrate Trails at Eight Greater Philadelphia Events on the Circuit Trails This Saturday
This Saturday, April 27, is Celebrate Trails Day, an annual spring celebration of America’s trails. Started by Rails to Trails Conservancy in 2013, the celebration…
-
Diversify Your Portfolio: The Art Of Selecting Alternative Investments
Let’s face it, the world of alternative investments is big and getting bigger. So what should you look for when selecting an alternative investment? The…
-
DELCO Careers: CCRES
CCRES staff provide an essential service to children and adults with behavioral health challenges and they are asking for your help. Several CCRES jobs are…
-
Drs. Christopher and Susan Fiorentino Award for Diversity and Sustainability to be Presented to Renowned Cardiologist, Dr. Mian A. Jan
The Dinniman Together Fund at West Chester University has established the Drs. Christopher and Susan Fiorentino Award for Diversity and Sustainability in honor of the…
-
Prestigious Award for PTZOptics Underscores Chester County’s Growing Influence in the Tech Industry
Downingtown-based PTZOptics has marked another milestone in the technology sector by winning the prestigious Product of the Year Award at the 2024 NAB Show in…
-
Residents Gather in Force to Oppose Housing Development at West Chester Growers Market Lot
Residents gathered in force at the West Chester Borough Council meeting to oppose the development of affordable housing on the West Chester Growers Market lot,…
-
Longwood Gardens Listed as a Top 25 Botanical Garden and Conservatory
Throughout time, the Earth’s flower and plant being has always been a timeless beauty that many people love to explore through local botanical gardens and…
-
Amidst Continued Growth, Citadel Credit Union Reinforces Commitment to the Communities It Serves
Citadel Credit Union is reinforcing its dedication to supporting the communities it serves across Chester, Bucks, Delaware, Montgomery, Lancaster, and Philadelphia counties through ongoing community…
-
Chester County Woman Captures Environmental Photographs Around the World
Amie Potsic, a world-traveling photographer and mom from Chester County, has been taking pictures in different countries over the decades with a focus on environmentalism…
-
Chester County Bakery Among List of Best Bakeries in Pennsylvania
Cookies, cakes, pastries, and more are the subject of some of the best bakeries in Pennsylvania. The Keystone compiled a list of the 13 best…
-
Chester County Mourns Loss of One of Its Faces of Philanthropy, Highland Township’s Robert McNeil
One of the faces of philanthropy in Chester County has died. Highland Township’s Robert McNeil, who founded the Chester County Food Bank in 2009 and…
-
DELCO Careers: CCRES
CCRES staff provide an essential service to children and adults with behavioral health challenges and they are asking for your help. Several CCRES jobs are…
Founding Partners
Advertisement
Affiliate Partners
Chamber Partners
