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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They’re in Recovery. Now a Delaware County Program Is Helping Them Convince Companies to Hire Them
The stigma of drug addiction is tough enough, but what do you do when that stigma follows you years into your recovery and no one…
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Battle of the Brandywine, September 11, 1777
Publisher’s note: The terrorist attack on New York City and Washington DC in 2001 is one of four tragic American events to happen on September…
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There Are Treasures to Be Discovered in Delaware County During Delco Arts Week
Now is your chance to find out just how much art and culture there is in Delaware County, just waiting to be discovered. The first-ever…
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Financial Report: Delaware County Remains Strong, Diverse, Vibrant and Poised for Growth
Delaware County continues to have consistent, steady economic growth, according to the Delaware County 2018 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report issued this summer. The County’s unemployment…
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Cheyney University Ends Fiscal Year with Balanced Budget, Surplus for First Time in Eight Years
Cheyney University has ended a fiscal year with a balanced budget and a surplus for the first time in eight years, making significant progress toward…
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American Water Makes DELCORA an Offer as Negotiations Continue With Aqua PA
First, Aqua Pennsylvania expressed an interest in merging with DELCORA. Now, American Water is looking for some action with the water quality control authority, writes…
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Journey Across Delco! Students Are Invited to Visit All 28 Delco Libraries This Summer
Children in Delaware County can pick up a free passport style booklet at their local library and journey across Delco to all 28 member libraries…
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Sewer Fee Concerns: DELCORA Proposes Aqua Wastewater Merger to Deal With Costly EPA Regs
The county’s water treatment authority, DELCORA, and Aqua Pennsylvania Wastewater are considering a merger to help the authority with expensive U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulations,…
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Pa. Governor, Legislators Consider State Police Fee for Residents of 7 Delaware Communities
Governor Tom Wolf is once again pushing for a fee on residents of municipalities that use Pennsylvania State Police for full-time police, writes Kevin Tustin…
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Delaware County Properties to Be Assessed for Spotted Lanternfly
The Delaware County Conservation District began working with the United States Department of Agriculture May 29 to assess properties in Delaware County for the Spotted…
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Foundation for Delaware County Grant Helps Fund EMS Simulation Lab
The Thomas Wolfarth EMS Simulation Lab is the first of its kind in Delaware County, writes Ginger Rae Dunbar for dailylocal.com. “This lab is designed…
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New Drexel Hill Hotel Completes Family’s Catering Mission
A ribbon cutting Thursday officially opened Drexelbrook’s Holiday Inn & Suites, concluding a family’s hospitality mission. William Kay II, general partner for Drexelbrook Associates, owner…
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Great Turnout at May 20 Foundation for Delaware County Golf Outing
The Foundation for Delaware County hosted its second annual Golf Outing on Monday, May 20, at Rolling Green Golf Club in Springfield. A sold-out field…
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Delco Hero Bowl Returns For Its 43rd Year
Delaware County communities will come together Thursday, May 30, for the 43rd Annual Delaware County High School All-Star Hero Bowl game. Preseason festivities begin 7…
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Is ‘Splash’ a Wave of the Future for Delco Swim Clubs?
When the Splash Swim Club opens Memorial Day weekend in Broomall, it will include luxury amenities not found at other Delaware County swim clubs, including…
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‘Beer Me.’ Here’s Two Great Places to Get Single Serve Craft Beer in Delco
Neighborhood beer stores are often overlooked as places to get single servings of the latest and greatest in craft beer but two of those popular…
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2 Delco Business Owners Grateful to Small Business Champion For Help Provided
A “small business champion” has spent 25 years helping women in the Philadelphia area start businesses, including two in Delaware County, writes Diane Mastrull for…
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Which Delco School Districts Made Top 100?
Seven Delaware County school districts made the Pittsburgh Business Times’ 2019 Honor Roll of top 100 public school districts in Pennsylvania, writes Ethan Lott for…
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