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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Immaculata University to Host Undergraduate Open House on September 30
On Saturday, Sept. 30, Immaculata University will hold concurrent open houses on campus for undergraduate students of all ages. Traditionally aged students, including current high school students…
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Taking the First Step as a New Business Owner
So, you have a product or service you want to share and you know that your business could be successful, but you’re just not sure…
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DELCO Careers: CCRES
CCRES offers behavioral health job positions as it seeks qualified candidates who want to make a difference by working with children and adults challenged by behavioral…
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Valley Forge Military Academy & College Hosts Service Academy Night
Gaining entrance to any one of the four US service academies is extremely difficult. The average combined acceptance rate at the US Military Academy at…
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Freedom Village’s Donation of 204 Chairs Provides Malawi Community Comfort and Support
Freedom Village at Brandywine, a senior living community, recently made a generous donation to the Orphan Grain Train (OGT), a Christian volunteer network. Earlier this…
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As Tech Entrepreneurship Surges Locally, Haverford Systems Looks to Add to Its Growing Team
In the picturesque landscape of Chester County, there’s more than just historic sites and scenic beauty. There’s innovation. In recent years, Chester County has seen…
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Delaware County in Top 10 Statewide for Small Business Presence
Delaware County was in the top 10 for places in Pennsylvania with the most prominent small business presence, reports SmartAsset. Information was gathered from IRS…
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The Philadelphia Region’s Housing Market Could Soon Be in High Demand
If you are hoping to see housing prices drop in the Philadelphia region, you might be in for quite a wait, according to Berkshire Hathaway…
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Freedom Village: 6 Reasons to Move Into Senior Living While You Are Still Healthy
Priorities tend to shift as we get older, and we start asking the questions that will shape the next chapter in life, such as: Moving…
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‘Bachelorette’ Contestant, West Chester Grad Chosen as Next Bachelor
The Bachelorette contestant Joey Graziadei, a West Chester University graduate and Montgomery County native, was the runner-up on the season finale of competing for Charity Lawson’s heart, writes…
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Meet SCORE Award Winner The Creative Club
Meet Award-Winners Ben Yocum and CJ Witherspoon New technology has been transforming the world around us, often outpacing our ability to keep pace with the…
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DELCO Careers: CCRES
CCRES offers behavioral health job positions as it seeks qualified candidates who want to make a difference by working with children and adults challenged by behavioral…
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Should Cheyney University Be Part of the National Park Service? Some Students, Alumni Think So
Despite Cheyney University being rescued from the brink of collapse, some students and alumni at the nation’s oldest historically Black university think it should be…
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Marrea Walker-Smith Helps Bring Technology to Kids in Delco
Marrea Walker-Smith, a business teacher at Devon Preparatory School in Chester County, is making sure that kids in her hometown of Chester have more opportunities…
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CCRES Recruiter Mercy Alex Recognized for Outstanding Work
Mercy Alex has been recognized by the CCRES board of directors for her dedication and hard work as an HR recruiter. “Mercy has a genuineness…
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Is Bigfoot in West Chester’s Everhart Park?
An elusive legend, Bigfoot — otherwise known as the Sasquatch — has been spotted all around North America over the decades. Now, there are claims…
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DELCO Careers: CCRES
CCRES offers behavioral health job positions as it seeks qualified candidates who want to make a difference by working with children and adults challenged by behavioral…
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Opinion: Business Leaders Need to Begin Thinking of Housing, Public Transportation, as Workforce Issues
Since assuming the position of President of the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry (CCCBI) in 2022, I have had the opportunity to travel…
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