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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Delaware County Divided Over Proposed Human Relations Commission
A proposal ordinance to create a volunteer human relations commission in Delaware County is receiving some public pushback, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. The public…
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Neil Beck of Ardmore Has Cornered the Market on Sports Jerseys
For the Philadelphia Eagles’ home opener Thursday night against the Dallas Cowboys, Ardmore resident Neil Beck watched the game in his man cave, wearing the…
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Delaware County’s Flood Prone Areas Lose Federal Grants to Fix the Problem
Delaware County residents are feeling ‘abandoned’ after the Trump Administration cut grants for work meant to mitigate flooding for Darby Creek and Cobbs Creek, writes…
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Retired Delaware County Judge Barry C. Dozer From Broomall Remembered
Barry C. Dozor a retired Delaware County judge, longtime attorney, and a former Marple Commissioner from 1984 to 2002, died Aug. 23 at his Garnet…
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First Bank House of the Week: Colonial with Golf Course Views in Broomall
A custom-designed colonial home on 0.97 lovely acres at 35 West Pine Tree Drive with five bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms is available…
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2 Friends Take Nostalgic 16 Philly-Area Mall Tour in One Saturday
Two friends reminisced about better mall days as they toured 16 Philadelphia-area malls in a day, including stops at the MacDade Mall, Springfield Mall, and…
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DCCC and Monsignor Bonner & Archbishop Prendergast High School Sign High School Dual Enrollment Agreement
Delaware County Community College (DCCC) and Monsignor Bonner & Archbishop Prendergast Catholic High School recently signed a High School Dual Enrollment (HDSE) Structured Pathways program agreement that…
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A Human Rights Commission Is Being Looked at for Delaware County
Delaware County could have a Human Relations Commission that would hear alleged human rights violations county-wide in areas of housing, employment, medical care, and education.…
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Greater Philadelphia’s Construction Moves From Multifamily Development to Data Centers
The construction focus in Greater Philadelphia has shifted significantly, moving from an apartment boom to large data centers in suburban areas, writes Ryan Mulligan for…
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Check Out These Fall Craft Festivals in Delaware County
A festival and a market greet visitors this fall in Delaware County who want to revel in the arts and community. An Arts and Crafts…
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Wawa’s New Travel Center In North Carolina Set To Be Largest Format Facility To Date
Wawa will open its first-ever travel center in Hope Mills, North Carolina, making it the Delaware County company’s largest format facility to date, according to…
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First Bank House of the Week: Gorgeous Colonial in Garnet Valley
A gorgeous colonial home at 882 Shavertown Road, situated on 0.52 acres with five bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms, is available for sale…
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3 Delaware County Communities Make Philly Area List of Most Expensive Homes
The average home value in the United States was $367,965 in July, 0.2 percent higher than the year before. Location, size, age, and condition all…
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What You Get for $350,000 in Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Chester and Delaware County
What does $350,000 get you across the Delaware Valley? The answer changes depending on where you look. In Bristol, it’s a mid-century ranch reworked for…
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Delaware County Judge Barry Dozer Remembered as Fair and Fun
Retired Delaware County Common Pleas Judge Barry Dozer died unexpectedly over the weekend, shocking those who knew and worked with him, writes Alex Rose for…
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These 3 Delaware County Delis Have Some Unique Offerings
Delaware County is flooded with places that offer standard cheesesteaks, hoagies, and pizza, but there are three family-run delis out there that have unique offerings,…
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‘Prendie’ Alums Embrace Beloved Building’s Next Chapter as a DCCC Education and Training Center
For its many alumnae in Greater Philadelphia, the closing of Archbishop Prendergast High School in Drexel Hill in 2012 felt like losing a second home.…
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Chester County’s Best Family-Owned Delis Serving Hoagies, Sandwiches, & Surprises
Chester County is home to some family-owned and operated delis that specialize in delicious hoagies, sandwiches, and unexpected bites, writes Anne E. Hill for Main…
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