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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Start Off Summer Right With These Helpful SCORE Workshops
SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties has free SCORE June programs, including webinars and workshops, to help your small business reach its potential. Finance Basics for New Entrepreneurs On…
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Glen Mills ‘Horse Whisperer’ Jill Forbes Wilcox Still at It at 91
Jill Forbes Wilcox, 91, no longer rides high in the saddle. “I have more sense than that,” she said. That doesn’t mean her love for…
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Top 10 Ranked PA School Districts Include 2 From Delaware County
Two school districts located in Delaware County were ranked among the top 10 school districts in Pennsylvania, writes Ethan Lott for Philadelphia Business Journal. The…
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One of the World’s Richest People Lives in Chester County
As Forbes annual list of the richest people in the world was revealed, one of its billionaires calls her home Coatesville, writes Ashley Adams for…
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Essington’s Piasecki Aircraft Corporation Acquires Former Helicopter Manufacturing Facility in Chester County
Essington-based Piasecki Aircraft Corporation (PiAC), a pioneer in advanced rotorcraft technology, has acquired the former Lockheed Martin Sikorsky Heliplex facility in Coatesville. PiAC will transform…
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See How Delaware County Compares in Small Business Success
A recent survey by SmartAsset puts Delaware County fourth best in the state for small business success, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times.…
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Three Chester County Spots Among Best New Restaurants for 2023
Three Chester County eateries are among the best new restaurants in Philadelphia for 2023, according to a list from Visit Philadelphia. De La Terre in…
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Start Off Summer Right With These Helpful SCORE Workshops
SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties has free SCORE June programs, including webinars and workshops, to help your small business reach its potential. Perfect Launch Program:…
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The Arc of Chester County’s Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day Blows Away Goal
The Arc of Chester County’s Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day raised over $127,000 in support of individuals with disabilities and their families. A total…
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West Chester Home to One of 100 Best Places to Dine in America
Yelp announced its tenth annual Top 100 Places to Eat list, and one Chester County eatery is among them, writes Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner for Forbes. …
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Delaware County Is a Bit Dryer Than Its Surrounding Neighbors
The wettest county in Pennsylvania is not Delaware County. In fact, it’s a bit drier than its neighbors when it comes to rain and snowfall,…
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Delco State Rep. Introduces Bill to Prep Communities for Hospital Closings
A proposed state bill would give communities six months to prepare should a hospital be closed, writes Peter Hall for Tioga Publishing. Legislation introduced in…
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Diversity Walk Dedication Looks at West Chester University Effort to Unite Us
Against the backdrop of a nation tearing itself apart with racial, political, and economic divides, a diverse committee of 52 has formed out of a…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Hosts May 4 Special Panel Event
Seniors who are considering a move to a Life Plan Community like Freedom Village at Brandywine are invited to join a panel of experts on…
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CCRES Recruiter Discusses Careers In Behavioral Health
If you want to make a difference in residents’ lives in Delaware County or Chester County, a behavioral health career could be the right fit,…
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Building a Life in Swarthmore After the Comforts of a City Condo
Perri Evanson, 63, has given up the comforts of an Old City condo to focus on expanding a Swarthmore rancher that’s been her apartment, writes…
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See How Delaware County Ranks for Tax Refunds in Pennsylvania
This tax season up to 70 percent of Americans expect a tax refund, according to IRS data. So how does Delaware County stack up compared…
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For 2SP Brewing in Aston, Collaboration Is the Name of the Game
The 2SP Brewing Company in Aston gained some Chester County fans Feb. 25 at the Kennett Winterfest with its Cherry Cordial Bourbon Russian created by…
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