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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Company Partners with Former Pro Lacrosse Player From Springfield to Fight Turf Burn
Former Major League lacrosse player Greg Gurenlian, a graduate of Springfield High School, has teamed up with NEXGEL to provide athletes with a better treatment…
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2019 House Panel Rejects Plan to Stop Production of Boeing’s Chinook Helicopters
An Army proposal to stop production of Boeing’s Chinook helicopters was rejected by a House panel that controls defense spending, a victory for Delaware County’s…
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Local Surgeons Enjoy Working from Home in a Post-Pandemic World
The COVID-19 pandemic that started in 2020 brought changes to the American way of working that have altered forever the relationship between many workers and…
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Immaculata Symphony to Present Spring Concert in April
On Saturday, April 15, the Immaculata Symphony will perform its annual spring concert entitled “New Directions.” The concert begins at 7:30 PM in Alumnae Hall. The Immaculata Symphony is…
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Real-Time Delco Crime Center Would Blend Public, Private Surveillance
Delaware County law enforcement officials are proposing a “real-time” crime center that would combine public cameras in high-crime areas with voluntary private security camera feeds…
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Andiario in West Chester Among Growing Number of Restaurants Leaving Classic Menus Behind
Andiario in West Chester is among the growing number of restaurants that are foregoing classic menus in favor of meals selected in advance by the…
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For-Profit Health Care Reforms Re-Introduced by Delco State Senators
Recent staff reductions at Crozer Health have prompted four Delaware County state Senators to re-introduce a legislation package reforming for-profit healthcare systems, writes Kathleen E…
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National Vietnam War Veterans Day to be Commemorated at WCU on March 29
As the nation prepares to commemorate the 50th anniversary of its withdrawal from Vietnam and honor all Vietnam veterans, insights not found in textbooks will be…
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Mare of Easttown Creator to Speak at Neumann University Film Festival
Brad Ingelsby, the creative force behind Mare of Easttown, is coming to Neumann University in Aston for its inaugural film festival on Saturday, April 1.…
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No Home for Cayman the Caiman so Officials Put Him Down
Cayman, the alligator-like caiman found roaming in FDR Park earlier this month by Delaware County fisherman Ike Peyton was euthanized when an animal sanctuary couldn’t…
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Immaculata to Host Undergraduate Online Information Session for Adult Students
Immaculata University will hold an online undergraduate information session on Wednesday, April 12 from 6 to 7 PM for adult students interested in earning an…
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Old Original Nick’s Roast Beef in Northeast Philly Closes, but Springfield Spot Stays
The Old Original Nick’s Roast Beef in Northeast Philadelphia closed its doors for good on March 19 after 53 years, but its sister stores in…
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Delaware County’s Got It’s Irish Up but Not as Much as Lackawanna
With St. Patrick’s Day nearly upon us, it seems a good time to check out just what percentage of folks in Delaware County and the…
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Developer Joe Grace: Can Chadds Ford, Affordable Housing Go Together?
Joe Grace is a successful builder in Delaware County. Now he’d like to bring more affordable housing to Chadds Ford, writes J.F. Pirro for Main…
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One-of-a-Kind Bachelor’s, Master’s Program Takes Quantum Leap at WCU
As the first and only bachelor’s/master’s program of its kind in the U.S., a new 3-2 dual degree program in Quantum Science and Engineering (QSE)…
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Amidst Layoffs at QVC, Owner Qurate Stock Tumbles
Earlier this week, the parent company of West Chester’s QVC, Qurate Retail Group, announced the layoffs of around 400 employees, which led to their stocks…
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40-Year Dispute Ends in Media With a Saved Park and More Parking
Negotiations have ended between Broomall’s Lake Country Club, Media Borough and Delaware County after a decades-long dispute. As a result, Media’s Glen Providence Park will…
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It’s a Pothole Nightmare in Delaware County, but Help Is Coming
PennDOT crews are out and about this week repairing potholes on 40 highways in Delaware, Chester, Montgomery, Bucks, and Philadelphia Counties, reports Dan Stamm and…
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