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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Fred Hubler of Creative Capital Wealth Management Group Shares How To Build Wealth by Investing in the Promise of Infrastructure
Look around the United States and you will see aging infrastructure and risks of potential failure. The positive for investors is there are investment opportunities…
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Celebrate the Arrival of Spring This Year with a Trip to Local Greenhouses, Gardens
As the sun shines longer and the temperatures warm up, it is the perfect time to spend more time in nature, writes Jeff Tomik for…
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DELCO Careers: CCRES
CCRES is looking for people who want to improve the lives of children and adults working in the behavioral health field. CCRES jobs take place…
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FirstBank Charitable Foundation Maximizes Its Impact Through Powerful Partnerships
The FirstBank Charitable Foundation (FBCF), formerly known as The Malvern Federal Charitable Foundation, was founded in 2008 with a clear mission to improve local communities…
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New Book Offers Glance at Local Private Gardens Around Region
We all know that the Philadelphia region has some of the most beautiful and historic gardens to visit like Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square or…
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Daughter of Willistown’s M. Night Shyamalan Set to Release Debut Director Film
Willistown resident Ishana Night Shyamalan is following in the footsteps of her famous director father, M. Night Shyamalan, according to a staff report from the…
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Send in the Birds: Eliminating Pennsylvania’s Spotted Lanternflies Through Avian Assistance
The ways to get rid of spotted lanternflies over the past few years have been to step, squish, and squash them. But as the battle…
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DELCO Careers: CCRES
There are CCRES jobs out there for those who want to improve the lives of children and adults. CCRES staff work in the behavioral health…
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Historic Cox House in Kennett Square Which Was Once Part of Underground Railroad Relocated
Longwood Gardens has successfully moved the Cox House, a historic home that once served as a stop on the Underground Railroad. Longwood made the decision…
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Two Cheeses From Chester County Farm Listed as Highest Quality Cheeses in America
The Farm at Doe Run in Chester County has two cheeses that made the ‘15 Highest Quality Cheeses in America’ List, writes Minal Zaheer for…
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Chester County Author and Artist Team Up to Tell Story of Battle of Brandywine
The second collaboration of Chester County author Bruce Mowday and Chadds Ford artist Karl Kuerner, Emotional Brandywine, tells the story of the Battle of Brandywine…
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West Chester University ‘Hunger Banquet’ Will Dish Out the Reality of World Hunger and Raise Funds for On-Campus Resource Pantry
West Chester University’s second annual Hunger Banquet will explore the causes and effects of hunger while taking steps to eradicate it. The Hunger Banquet will be…
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Local Author and Artist Team Up to Tell Story of Battle of Brandywine
The second collaboration of West Chester author Bruce Mowday and Chadds Ford artist Karl Kuerner, Emotional Brandywine, tells the story of the Battle of Brandywine…
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MaGerk’s Pub & Grill Expands to Bucks and Montgomery Counties with New Location in Middletown Township
Horsham mainstay MaGerk’s Pub & Grill is expanding its presence in Bucks and Montgomery Counties with new locations in Middletown Township and Royersford, writes Dino…
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DELCO Careers: CCRES
There are CCRES jobs out there for those who want to improve the lives of children and adults. CCRES staff work in the behavioral health…
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Chester County Native Is Brains Behind Booming Amish Cannabis Business
There is currently a booming business of Lancaster County cannabis from Amish cannabis farmers in Pennsylvania, and one Chester County native is the brains behind…
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Founder and CEO of Creative Capital Wealth Management Group Offers Top Alt Strategies for a Recession
As we all settle into 2024, there is increasing buzz around a possible recession and the potential for the FED to lower interest rates. CNN reports,…
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DELCO Careers: CCRES
For those looking for a career in the behavioral health field, CCRES jobs are available/ CCRES staff work in schools, homes, and the community to improve…
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