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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Dr. Tammy James to be Presented PSAC’s L.P. Hill Unity in Sports Award at WCU Home Basketball Game
West Chester University’s (WCU) very own Dr. Tammy James, a longtime faculty member in the Department of Public Health Sciences…
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Pennsylvania Film Office Grants $6M to Netflix Series ‘Tires’ for Philadelphia-Area Production
Based in West Chester, the Netflix comedy series Tires is set to receive $6 million from the Pennsylvania Film Office to produce…
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Sweetzel Spiced Wafers Is a Montco Original
Spiced wafers — not to be confused with gingersnaps — may be the Philadelphia region’s best-kept secret, writes Carolyn Wyman…
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Montco Scores State Tourism Dollars as Philly Preps for Global Spotlight
Major sporting events are driving a new wave of tourism investment across the Philadelphia region, and Montco is part of…
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Mark Gellert Opens Chefs for Seniors Franchise in Chester County
Mark Gellert wanted to open a Chefs for Seniors franchise in Chester County as a way to help his 84-year-old…
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We Are Not Alone: Chester Counties Beyond Pennsylvania
Our Chester County is a place where locals and visitors enjoy living, working, and playing. While not the largest county in Pennsylvania, it…
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Chester County Sees Boom in Charming Roadside Bakeries
Charming micro-bakeries are increasingly popping up throughout Chester County, with roadside carts and stands scattered along local roads, writes Brooke Schultz for The…
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Historic Wayne Estate Tied to John F. Kennedy Campaign Lists for $5 Million
Fairhill, a stunning Wayne home believed to have hosted a campaign speech by former President John F. Kennedy, is now…
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A Local Guide to 16 (Plus 1) Standout Chocolate Shops Across the Delaware Valley
Valentine’s Day calls for chocolate done right, and the Delaware Valley delivers. Across Philadelphia, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Bucks counties,…
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Plans Advance to Transform Wayne Office Building into 162-Unit Apartment Complex
Following required approvals, the partnership of Malvern-based E. Kahn Development, Wayne-based Love Communities, and Harrisburg’s Triple Crown Corp. is proceeding with plans to…
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15 (Plus 1 Bonus Pick!) Romantic Restaurants in the Delaware Valley for a Perfect Valentine’s Day Night Out
Valentine’s Day puts pressure on dinner plans. You want the right room, the right pace, and food worth lingering over.…
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Firstrust Bank, Philadelphia Eagles Elevate Havertown Carpet Co. Through Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight
Shane Barry never set out to chase the spotlight when he founded the Havertown Carpet Co. in 2015. He just…
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MONTCO Careers – CCRES
CCRES is hiring professional staff to work in schools, in the home, and in the community as they help children…
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West Chester University Cottrell Entrepreneurship Center Seeks Big Ideas for 2026 Idea Challenge
The 14th Annual Business Idea Challenge at West Chester University (WCU) is now open, and all ideas are welcome! $11,500…
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Malvern’s Vanguard Announces Second Major Fee Cut in Year, Totaling Nearly $250 Million
Malvern-based Vanguard Group said on Monday that it is slashing fees on 53 investment funds, representing its second major reduction in fees…
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Harvest Seasonal Grill Cuts Prices, Boosting Traffic and Profit for West Chester-Based Group
Harvest Seasonal Grill, part of Harvest Restaurant Holdings in West Chester, is responding to rising food costs by lowering prices,…
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James Spinelli Aims for More Growth After Building Berwyn Firm to 190 Advisors in 25 States
After growing his firm, Great Valley Advisor Group in Berwyn, to 190 advisors across 25 states in 12 years, James…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Supports West Chester Food Cupboard with New Emergency Generator
West Chester Food Cupboard (WCFC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, celebrated today the installation of a new generator that will allow…
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