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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More than 3,300 Students to Graduate at WCU Spring Commencement Ceremonies
West Chester University has organized 15 separate WCU commencement ceremonies to accommodate more than 3,300* spring graduates and their guests. The main campus ceremonies take…
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Residents Can Aid Delaware County’s Environment with the Use of a Free Rain Barrel
Rain barrels offer numerous benefits to Delaware County residents and the area environment, including improvement of local water quality. As an enticement to take part…
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WCU Students Donate Furniture to Community Warehouse Project
For the first time, WCU has organized a furniture collection (Move Out Give Back) for students living off-campus that will benefit the Chester County nonprofit…
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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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Home Prices Are Rising Fastest in These 4 Delaware County Towns
Four Delaware County communities made a top 50 list of fastest-growing home price rises in Pennsylvania based on a change in home values, according to…
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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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West Chester Technology Consultant Helps Fellow IT Company Find Their Footing
As we all know, running a small business can be extremely difficult. Whether you’re going through periods of extreme business where you don’t have enough…
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Faces of Philanthropy Include 2 Firms From Delaware County
Two Delaware County companies have teamed up with nonprofit organizations to make a difference in the region, writes Lisa Dukart for Philadelphia Business Journal. They…
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Ridley High Grad Steve McLaughlin Has a New Series on VICE TV
(Re) Solved, a 10-part series that debuted Thursday on VICE TV, is the latest project from Ridley High School graduate Steve McLaughlin. The Delaware County…
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FOP and Delaware County back Chester Receiver Recovery Plan
The Pennsylvania Fraternal Order of Police and Delaware County have thrown their legal support behind state receiver Michael Doweary who is handling Chester’s financial problems,…
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Community Walk for Autism Led by Philadelphia Eagles Autism Foundation College Program at WCU
Prior to the university’s traditional Spring Football Scrimmage on Friday, April 28, the Philadelphia Eagles Autism Foundation College Program at West Chester University (WCU) hosted…
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WCU Named a 2023 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School
West Chester University has earned a national honor for sustainability from the U.S. Department of Education. WCU is among the 2023 U.S. Department of Education…
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Immaculata University Opens Registration for Flexible Summer Sessions
Registration for Immaculata University’s summer sessions is open for current undergraduates and visiting students who are looking to complete major requirements, get ahead in their studies, or…
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In 40 Years of Fundraising, WCU’s Presidential Scholarship Gala Raises More than $2.6 Million for Students
Each year, West Chester University’s Annual Presidential Scholarship Community Gala attracts numerous friends from throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to fund Presidential Scholarships for West Chester University…
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Dollars to Doughnuts, 3 Delco Towns are Among Wealthiest in PA
Delaware County is a big place, big enough to have three out of 10 of Pennsylvania’s wealthiest towns, writes Joselynn Chua for Suburbs 101. That’s…
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Tucker Carlson Closed His Fox Career Chatting With Aston Pizza Delivery Guy
Tucker Carlson’s final guest before he was let go by Fox News was Tyler Morrell, the Delco pizza delivery driver for Cocco’s who tripped a…
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There Are Signs of This Business All Over Delaware County
Signs by Tomorrow has been part of the local landscape for 25 years, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. In fact, the signs are…
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Delaware County Tackles Infant, Maternal Mortality in New Program
Delaware County Black women are nearly four times as likely to die during pregnancy or the months after giving birth than white women. Infant mortality…
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