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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Berwyn Native, Conestoga Grad Makes Forbes 30 Under 30 List
Berwyn native Jahnavi Rao has been named a 2025 Forbes 30 Under 30 recipient, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business…
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Montgomery County’s Population Trend Bucks Statewide Average
While Pennsylvania’s population struggles to grow, Montgomery County stands out with a 1% increase from 2022 to 2023, bucking the…
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VISTA Careers: CCRES
CCRES professional staff are used in schools, in the home, and in the community to help children and adults challenged…
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Malvern-Based Vanguard Executive Karin Risi Retires After 27 Years of Service
Karin Risi, head of strategy, product, marketing, and communications at Malvern-based Vanguard Group, will retire at the end of the…
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Jennifer Coffey Announces Her Departure as QVC Host; Teases ‘Big Plans’ for Future
After 13 years, QVC host Jennifer Coffey is leaving her hosting gig on Dec. 31, 2024, writes staff for Newsbreak. …
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CEO of Exton’s Bentley Systems Plans to Expand Company’s Philadelphia Presence
Nicholas Cumins became the first non-family CEO of Exton-based Bentley Systems in July and soon after decided to proceed with…
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CCRES Awards Scholarship to TCHS Brandywine School Students
CCRES announced that three students are attending Empire Beauty School after graduating from the TCHS Brandywine School, helped in part…
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Chester County Mother Personally Fights for Comprehensive Eye Exams in Schools
Chester County student Nathan Koenig was a smart and articulate child, enjoying both hearing and telling stories, writes Alison McCook…
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Wall Street Journal: Longwood Gardens’ New Expansion Balances Elegance and Design with Historic Charm
Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square has recently completed a $250 million expansion that perfectly balances elegance and contemporary design with…
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Chester County Town Listed Among Most UFO Sightings in Pennsylvania
West Chester has been reported as one of the “cities” with the most UFO sightings in Pennsylvania, according to a…
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MONTCO Careers: CCRES
CCRES professional staff are used in schools, in the home, and in the community to help children and adults challenged…
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Second Trader Joe’s Store Coming to Chester County
Trader Joe’s is planning to open its second store in Chester County in Berwyn, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia…
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Freedom Village Manager Takes No. 1 Spot in Satisfaction Survey for Sixth Consecutive Year
Freedom Village manager, Life Care Services, has been recognized for the sixth consecutive year as No. 1 in resident satisfaction…
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On a Wing and a Prayer, Oliver Heating & Cooling Wins Firstrust Bank’s Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight
When the folks at Oliver Heating & Cooling submitted their entry into the Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight, a new contest…
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MONTCO Careers: CCRES
CCRES professional staff are used in schools, in the home, and in the community to help children and adults challenged…
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Wayne’s Aclaris Therapeutics Signs Exclusive Licensing Deal with Chinese Biotech
Wayne-based Aclaris Therapeutics has entered into an exclusive licensing agreement with a Chinese biotechnology company worth up to $960 million,…
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Commit to Clarity with Digital Signage and Wayfinding from Haverford Systems
As facility improvements go, adding digital signage and wayfinding is an easy and cost-effective way to improve the visitor and…
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Coatesville Entrepreneur Wins Coveted Spot to Compete at Global Summit in India
A Coatesville tech innovation is headed for competition on a global stage. Susan Springsteen, CEO and Co-Founder of Coatesville-based H2O…
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