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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How Malvern’s Eerie History Makes for an Intriguing Tourist Destination
Malvern’s history makes it one of the most unconventional towns in Pennsylvania, writes Aunindita Bhatia for World Atlas. The borough’s…
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CCRES Honors Autism Support Staffer for Her Outstanding Work
CCRES is honoring Danielle Capato with the CCRES Paraeducator Recognition Award for her outstanding work at Newberry Elementary School in…
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Eagleview in Exton One of 20 Projects to Watch in Philadelphia Region
The Eagleview community in Exton is one of the 20 development projects across the Philadelphia region to watch in 2025,…
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West Chester University Cottrell Entrepreneurship Center Seeks ‘Big Ideas’ for 2025 Idea Challenge
The 13th Annual Business Idea Challenge at West Chester University (WCU) is now open, and all ideas are welcome! $11,500…
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40 Years Since ‘Witness’: A Timeless Murder Mystery that Started at Parkesburg Train Station
Released 40 years ago, Witness is a timeless Peter Weir thriller starring Harrison Ford as a Philadelphia detective unraveling a…
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MONTCO Careers – CCRES
CCRES is hiring for several professional staff positions assigned to work in schools, in the home, and in the community…
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West Chester University Couple Celebrates Glamorous Speakeasy Wedding
Two West Chester University alums planned a glamorous speakeasy-inspired wedding in November 2023, writes Emily Goulet for Philadelphia Magazine. Rebecca…
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CCRES Awards Scholarship to Octorara District Student Melanie Witte
CCRES has awarded student Melanie Witte a Dr. Michael J. Kelly Pathways Scholarship, which she is using to assist with…
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Berwyn Bakery Selling Hundreds of Eagles Desserts in Anticipation of Super Bowl
Ahead of the upcoming Super Bowl, a Berwyn bakery is busier than ever before, writes Dawn Timmeney for Fox29 Philadelphia.…
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Exton Teen Creates Handmade Bracelets for Eagles’ Fans
A Chester County teenager has been busy making bracelets for the upcoming Super Bowl, writes Shawnette Wilson for Fox29 Philadelphia.…
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Nothing Stops Former West Chester Resident from Attending Eagles Games, Not Even Death
Former West Chester resident Craig Taulman has let nothing stop him from being a diehard Philadelphia Eagles fan, including death,…
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How a West Chester Teen Got His Hands on the 1960 Eagles NFL Championship Trophy
Liam Edelstein, a 15-year-old from West Chester, owns the 1960 Eagles NFL Championship trophy that belonged to former Eagles owner…
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Wilmington Airport Anticipates Passenger Growth as Avelo Airlines Further Expands Flight Options
Wilmington Airport officials anticipate continued passenger growth as Avelo Airlines keeps adding more flights to meet the rising demand, writes…
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MONTCO Careers – CCRES
CCRES is hiring for several professional staff positions assigned to work in schools, in the home, and in the community…
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Two West Chester Restaurants Ranked Among Best in Philadelphia Region
Two of the best restaurants in the Philadelphia region are local to West Chester, write Kae Lani Palmisano, Adam Erace,…
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Aqua PA Awarded Nearly $29M in Funding to Remove PFAS from Drinking Water Across Commonwealth
Aqua Pennsylvania was recently awarded a combination of grant and low-interest loan funding through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST)…
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Kennett Winterfest to Highlight Over 60 Craft Breweries, Vendors in February
Kennett Winterfest, put on by Kennett Collaborative, will be opening on Feb. 22, writes staff for The Daily Local News. …
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Broadway ‘Wicked’ Star from Downingtown Performs National Anthem Ahead of Eagles’ NFC Win
Mary Kate “MK” Morrissey, a Downingtown native who plays the green witch Elphaba in the current Broadway production of Wicked,…
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