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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FirstBank Charitable Foundation’s Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit: Uniting for Positive Change
On May 9, the FirstBank Charitable Foundation will present its pioneering event in philanthropy, the Better Giving for Greater Impact…
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Patrick Hart Joins Meridian Bank as SVP, Commercial Lending
Meridian Bank has appointed Patrick Hart to the position of Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending. As part of the bank’s…
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Chester County Bakery Among List of Best Bakeries in Pennsylvania
Cookies, cakes, pastries, and more are the subject of some of the best bakeries in Pennsylvania. The Keystone compiled a…
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West Chester Native, NFL Linebacker Talks Coming Out as First Gay Active Football Player
Carl Nassib, a West Chester native, has been known as the first out gay active NFL player, writes Donald Padgett…
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Irish Jockey Looking Forward to Radnor Hunt Races, Hoping to Secure a Victory
32-year-old Graham Watters, a native of Ireland and equestrian pro, is hoping to cross the finish line of the Radnor…
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Two Local Distilleries Make ‘Best of’ List for Philadelphia Area
There’s a much stronger regional presence in state liquor stores these days thanks to an explosion of local distilleries in…
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A Robot Named Spot is Newest Tool for Montgomery County Bomb Squad
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office recently unveiled Spot the robot, the newest tool for its bomb and hazardous device disposal…
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PREIT’s New Leadership Keeps Exton Square Mall On List of Properties for Sale
The Exton Square Mall has remained up for sale under PREIT’s new leadership, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business…
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New West Chester Restaurant Opens, with Rooftop Section Coming Soon
Ryan and Lisa Diehl, founders of Hatfield brewery Imprint Beer, debuted Serum Kitchen and Taphouse in downtown West Chester last…
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West Chester University President Christopher M. Fiorentino Will Be Honored in a Campus-Wide ‘This is Your WCU’ Legacy Celebration
Question: When a beloved university president prepares to retire following 41 years of dedicated service to a single institution, what…
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Maryland-based Indoor Pickleball Venue Operator To Open 2 Centers in Montgomery County
A Maryland-based indoor pickleball venue operator is planning to open its first two centers in Montgomery County later this year,…
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Eagles’ Landon Dickerson, Who Lives in West Chester, Celebrates His Big Payday in an Unconventional Way
The Philadelphia Eagles guard Landon Dickerson secured a four-year, $84 million contract extension in early March. This contract has made…
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Montgomery County Ranks Among the Highest Earning Counties in Pennsylvania
Montgomery County has ranked among the top five highest-earning counties in The Keystone State, according to Stacker. Stacker compiled data…
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Philadelphia and Surrounding Counties Lead Push for $15 Minimum Wage in Pennsylvania
Philadelphia and the surrounding counties are leading the way in the battle to increase the minimum wage in Pennsylvania from…
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Coatesville Could Be On Its Way to Becoming Culinary Hotspot
Coatesville seems to be in the midst of a restaurant renaissance and is well on its way to becoming the…
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Two Chester County Towns Are Among Top 100 Best Places to Live in America
Two Chester County towns have found their place among the top 100 best places to live in America, writes Ryan…
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Pennsylvania American Water’s Kara Rahn Named as a ‘City and State’ Above & Beyond Award Recipient
Pennsylvania American Water’s Kara Rahn, who was recently promoted to Director of Organizational Change Management, has been named as one…
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Prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award Presented to West Chester University President Christopher Fiorentino
During a recent celebration of his inspirational legacy, West Chester University President Christopher M. Fiorentino was awarded a prestigious Lifetime…
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