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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From Birchrunville to Exton, Chef Francis Pascal has a Lasting Impact on Chester County’s Food Scene
You may have already tasted food created by Chef Francis Pascal at Birchrunville Store Cafe; now get ready for his…
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Pennsylvania Supreme Court Blocks Proposed Sale of Chester Water Authority
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has blocked the proposed sale of the cash-strapped Chester Water Authority, which provides water service to 200,000 residents…
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Chester County Hospital Recognized Among Nation’s Best Hospitals in 2026 Rankings
Healthgrades, one of the most widely used platforms for finding doctors and hospitals in the United States, named Chester County…
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VIPs Gather for Kickoff of America250 PA Celebration in West Chester
Former Pennsylvania Gov. Mark Schweiker joined VIPs in West Chester for the kickoff of the America250 PA Chester County celebration, writes…
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Local Farmer Declines Multi-Million Data Center Bid to Preserve Land Instead
A farmer in nearby Cumberland County has turned down a multi-million dollar bid to use his farmland for a data…
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New Family Homeless Shelter Unveiled in West Chester
The Friends Association recently unveiled a new family shelter in West Chester, expanding low-barrier emergency housing options in Chester County,…
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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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Rising Main Line Restaurateur Plans Bar-Forward Italian Spot in Bryn Mawr
A rising Main Line restaurateur is bringing a fresh concept to Bryn Mawr Village, according to Michael Klein for The…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Awarded $16.9M in PENNVEST Funding for PFAS Treatment Projects
Aqua Pennsylvania has been awarded a combination of principal forgiveness loans and low-interest loans through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority…
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Major U.S. 30 Interchange Work Planned for Chester County With 2034 Start
Major changes are being planned for several Chester County interchanges as part of projects to improve a 7.5-mile stretch of…
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West Chester Attorney Supports Local Family as Federal Government Re-Examines Decade-Old Death
Attorney Joe Podraza, of West Chester-based law firm Lamb McErlane PC, is representing a Philadelphia family in a decades-long murder…
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Four Chester County Restaurants Offering Cozy Fireside Dining this Winter
Chester County residents have plenty of local spots to visit for cozy fireside dining this winter, write Ben Silver and…
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West Chester University Earns 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification
West Chester University (WCU) has been selected to receive the 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, a national designation that recognizes…
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Kennett Square’s New Bolton Center Slated For $94 Million Lab Addition
The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine plans to add a $94 million laboratory to the New Bolton Center in Kennett…
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80s Revolution Rocks WCU Jan. 23-24
There’s a new band in town, and they’re totally rad. West Chester University’s (WCU) Criminal Justice Student Association (CJSA) is…
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Kennett Square’s Genesis HealthCare Sells for $1 Billion in Fifth-Round Auction
Kennett Square-based Genesis HealthCare has agreed on its sale to 101 West State Street for $1.02 billion following five rounds of bidding last week, writes John…
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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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WCU’s Knauer Art Gallery Presents ‘Reflections of New Sweden’ Jan. 20-Feb. 22
From Jan. 20-Feb. 22, West Chester University (WCU) will present Reflections of New Sweden: Swedish and Finnish Culture along the…
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