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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Crozer Health Services Being Transitioned to Other Providers
While $6 million in emergency funding has been allocated to keep the lights on for another week at Crozer Health’s two remaining hospitals, service cuts…
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Delaware County Among 5 Pennsylvania Counties With the Most Distracted Driving Offenders
Delaware County is among the five top counties in Pennsylvania that have the most distracted driver offenders, writes David Mowery for the Reading Eagle, as…
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The Foundation for Delaware County Begins Search for New President
The Foundation for Delaware County is looking to hire a new president by the Fall of 2025 and is now accepting candidate submissions. Frances Sheehan,…
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Rugby’s Rise in Southeastern Pennsylvania: Media Rugby Club, PTZOptics Lead the Charge
Rugby is gaining momentum across the United States — but here in Southeastern Pennsylvania, it’s not just growing. It’s thriving. At the heart of this…
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$6M Released to Keep Crozer Health Hospitals on Life Support
Another $6 million has been added to keep Crozer Health operations going in Delaware County open while negotiations continue on a deal to bring a…
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Local Restaurant Offered Free Meals to Encourage Acts of Service
On April 9, the Coffee Station in Garnet Valley and Morton handed out free breakfasts and lunches to their customers, writes Peg DeGrassa for the…
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Former East Passyunk Restaurant Is Being Revived in Wallingford
Lee Styer and Jessie Prawlucki Styer have decided to revive their East Passyunk restaurant Fond in Wallingford, just three miles from their house, writes Michael…
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Wawa Breaks Ground on Its First West Virginia Store
Wawa kicked off construction on its first West Virginia location in the Inwood community earlier this week with a groundbreaking ceremony, writes Fox Business for…
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Delaware County Chamber Coffee Connection April 17 Includes School Supply Collection
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Coffee Connection Thursday, April 17, 8 AM to 10 AM at Teachers’ Teammates, 777 Henderson Blvd.…
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Rosemary Restaurant in Ridley Park Is a Hit, and Here’s Why
Rosemary in Ridley Park, has opened to rave reviews and large crowds. Much of the credit for Delaware County’s hot new restaurant goes to Philadelphia…
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First Bank House of the Week: Stunning Contemporary in Media
A stunning contemporary at 528 Old Forge Road in Media sits on a lovely 1.23 acres with five bedrooms and five full and two half…
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Spotted Lanternfly Season Returns, Watch for Egg Masses to Destroy
Spring has arrived, bringing spotted lanternfly season, which will once again threatens plant and fruit gardens, along with trees and farms across the state, writes…
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In Upper Darby: Man in Mask Snatches Alligator From Darby Creek
The urban myth about alligators in the sewers came closer to reality this week when Upper Darby Police reported that a two-foot alligator was spotted…
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Ribbon Cutting Celebrates New Hope for Hallie Office in Media
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is celebrating the grand opening of a new Hope for Hallie office in Media at 211 N. Olive Street.…
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Experts Look at Healthcare Option Plans in Delaware County
With Crozer Health’s own health ambiguous at the moment, officials and partners met Saturday to assure residents that they are behind the scenes looking at…
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Wawa Expansion Continues as It Targets Northern Virginia
Wawa wants to go big in Northern Virginia with prime spots outside of Washington D.C., a location that pits it against rivals Sheetz and Rutter’s,…
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An Anticipated Crozer Health Sale Tuesday Didn’t Materialize
The hope was there would be an announced Crozer Health sale to a nonprofit Tuesday. That didn’t happen, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer.…
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This Delaware County Public High School Got Noticed Again by U.S. News & World Report
2024 U.S. News & World Report education rankings place seven high schools in the Philadelphia region among Pennsylvania’s top 20 public high schools, including one…
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