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 25,000 stories about Chester County’s residents, entrepreneurs, schools, businesses, and nonprofits below:
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Riddle Roundtable Highlights Crozer Impact on Patients, Hospitals
Overcrowding at emergency rooms and long waits to see doctors continue to plague Delaware County following the closure of the Crozer Health system. State legislators…
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First Bank House of the Week: Brick-Front Colonial in Media
A stunning brick-front colonial home at 20 Kingston Road on 1.17 attractive acres with four bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms is available for…
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Boys to Fame Documentary Highlights Ray Didinger, Tom McDonald Friendship
Documentarian Sam Katz has brought to film the heartwarming story about the friendship between Hall of Fame sports writer Ray Didinger, a Delaware County native,…
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IKEA Is Coming to Granite Run, But It Won’t Look Like the One in Conshohocken
IKEA is officially coming to Delaware County, but if you’re picturing the familiar blue-and-yellow warehouse with the winding showroom, flat-pack aisles, and Swedish meatballs, it’s…
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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Hosts Upcoming Events
Ribbon Cutting: Bliss by HS Creative Studios The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce celebrates the grand opening of Bliss by HS Creative Studios. The Ribbon Cutting…
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Lamb McErlane Welcomes Attorney Nicholas M. Orloff and Adds New Location in Media
Lamb McErlane PC welcomes Nicholas “Nick” M. Orloff to its estates practice as a partner in its new location in Media, the firm’s seventh office.…
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Pennsylvania Leads the US in Online Gaming Revenue, Harrah’s Ranked 4th in November
Pennsylvania is the number one iGaming market in the U.S., and the only state to achieve $300 million of online gaming revenue in two consecutive…
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National Accounting Firm Acquires Glen Mills-Based Torrillo & Associates
Glen Mills-based Torrillo & Associates has been acquired by Nashville’s LBMC, one of the largest accounting firms in the nation, for an undisclosed amount, write…
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Riddle, Mercy Fitzgerald Hospitals Receive $6M Boost in State Funding
The closing of Crozer Health last year has caused patient numbers to spike at Riddle and Mercy Fitzgerald Hospitals. Now the state has released $6…
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8 Businesses Commit $312,000 to Foundation’s Family Village HOPE Program
The Foundation for Delaware County announces that eight businesses have committed a total of $312,000 to support Family Village’s Housing Opportunities Program for Equity (HOPE)…
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Register for the Spring Session of Arc of Chester County’s Chat n’ Chew
The Arc of Chester County offers FREE virtual trainings covering a variety of topics, which empower people to learn about education and systems advocacy. The…
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PA Supreme Court Rules Chester Cannot Act Alone on CWA Assets
A Chester city plan to transfer water assets from the Chester Water Authority to pull the city out of bankruptcy must include approval from Delaware…
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Here are 10 Delaware County Activities to Beat the Winter Doldrums
Winter’s wrath may bring snow and cold, but that doesn’t mean you still can’t enjoy all that the season has to offer, whether it’s walking…
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First Bank House of the Week: Striking Colonial in Havertown
A striking colonial home at 727 E. Manoa Road, set on a lovely 8,721-square-foot lot with four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, is…
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DCCC Receives Grant to Support Student Food Pantry and Basic Needs Services
When college students face food insecurity, it can hurt their academic performance and ability to achieve their educational and professional goals. Since 2020, Delaware County Community…
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New Crozer-Chester Owner Plans to Restore Hospital, Emergency Services
Chariot Equities has purchased the now-closed Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Upland for $10 million and hopes to have an agreement within six months with a…
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Pennsylvania Public Colleges Received No State Funding Increase This Year
The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, which includes Cheyney University, is operating this year with no increases in state funding, writes Susan Snyder for…
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As an Upland Student, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Public Speaking Grades Weren’t Great
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who gave us “I Have a Dream,” once got a “C” in public speaking. That grade was handed down while…
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