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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Home Prices Are Rising the Fastest Right Now in These Delaware County Communities
So where exactly in Delaware County are home prices rising the fastest at the moment? Stacker has compiled a list of communities in the Philadelphia…
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It’s a Chamber Concert for All Ages From the Delaware County Symphony Orchestra
A Delaware County Chamber Concert for All from the Delaware County Symphony takes place April 14 at Neumann University. The fun and family-friendly performance will…
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Think Delaware County for All Your Gardening Needs, and More
Delaware County has plenty of places to help with all your spring garden preparations. Here’s a list of Delaware County nurseries and gardening centers for…
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Delaware County Ticketholder Wins Million Dollar Powerball Prize
A Delaware County Powerball ticket holder is a million dollars richer after hitting five of the numbers drawn on Wednesday, March 27, reports the 6abc…
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Don Guanella Park Property Gets New Name; Mental Health Facility Planned
Delaware County’s newest and largest park now has a name—Delco Woods. The name was approved by Delaware County Council April 3 for the former 213-acre…
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1 Delaware County Hospital Makes US News List for Best Maternity Care
Eleven Philadelphia-area hospitals, including one from Delaware County, received U.S. News & World Report’s top “high performance” rating for the country’s top hospitals for providing…
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Delaware County Health Department Looks Back at a 2-Year Journey
The Delaware County Health Department is two years old this year and look how much it’s grown! The department was an urgent necessity created out…
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Delco Sisters Premiere ‘Order My Steps’ at Media Film Festival
The short film “Order My Steps,” about a woman in prison reconnecting with her daughter, premieres in Pennsylvania this evening at the Media Film Festival,…
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5 Philadelphia-area Nonprofits Get Donations From Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott
Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott recently made major contributions to 361 nonprofits nationwide. Of the more than 300 nonprofits, 11 are based in Pennsylvania, including five that…
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2 Delaware County Towns Named Among 9 Best Places to Live in Pennsylvania
Local real estate experts have weighed in to select the nine best places to live in Pennsylvania and two Delaware County communities ranked on the…
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See How Delaware County Ranks for Household Income in Pennsylvania
When compared to other counties in Pennsylvania, Delaware County’s residents do OK as far as earnings and household income, according to Stacker. The county had…
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Incentives Are Drawing Film and TV Crews to Delaware County
Delaware County is benefitting from incentives offered to film and television producers, generating award-winning projects here like Silver Linings Playbook and Mare of Easttown. That’s…
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WIP’s Glen Macnow, From Havertown, Discusses His Sports Journey
Glen Macnow could be considered the voice of Philadelphia sports as the longtime WIP sports radio host, but he’s not originally from Philadelphia, writes Jarrad…
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Glen Mills Owner of 9 Newfoundlands Works on Mom’s Therapy Dog Dream
Mackenzie Makatche is a Delco dog mom of nine Newfoundlands who documents her pet parenting journey for more than 37,000 followers on Instagram, writes Stephanie…
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Philadelphia and Surrounding Counties Lead Push for $15 Minimum Wage in Pennsylvania
Philadelphia and the surrounding counties are leading the way in the battle to increase the Pennsylvania minimum wage from the federal minimum of $7.25 to…
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US Deputy Commerce Secretary Visits Shugar Shack in Glenolden
U.S. Department of Commerce Deputy Secretary Don Graves stopped by Shugar Shack Soul Food in Glenolden to meet with chef/owner Keenya Cain-Wiggins and enjoy a…
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2 Delaware County Middle Schools Are in the Top 25 in the State, Niche Says
Two Delaware County middle schools made it onto a list of the top 25 middle schools in Pennsylvania, as compiled by Niche, writes Matt DiSanto…
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See How Delaware County Ranks in Giving Its Kids Economic Opportunities
Making friends with people of different economic backgrounds is the best way for children to eventually surpass the earning potential of their parents, according to…
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