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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May 28 Update: COVID-19 Cases Plummet in Montgomery County
Montgomery County reported 25 new positive cases of COVID-19 as of Friday, May 28th, 2021, bringing the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases…
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May 19 COVID-19 Update: Montgomery County Reports Super-Low Numbers of New Cases
Montgomery County reported 59 new positive cases of COVID-19 as of Tuesday, May 18th, 2021, bringing the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases…
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Citadel Credit Union Builds Strength in Education, Honors 21 Local Teachers with Heart of Learning Award
In an academic year that challenged teachers unlike any other, 21 teachers in Greater Philadelphia have been recognized by Citadel…
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May 6 COVID-19 Update: Montgomery County Reports Much Lower Numbers for the First Time in Months
Montgomery County reported 73 new positive cases of COVID-19 as of Thursday, May 6th, 2021, bringing the total number of…
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Quite the Feet: Journalist’s 320-Mile Stroll from D.C. to New York Passes Through Valley Forge
On his way to rediscovering America one step at a time, Neil King, the former Wall Street Journal global economics…
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May 4 COVID-19 Update: Montgomery County Reports Spike in Weekend Cases
Montgomery County reported 320 new positive cases of COVID-19 as of Monday, May 3rd, 2021, bringing the total number of…
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April 28th COVID-19 Update: County Reports Lower Cases and Lower Hospitalizations in Montco and Across the State
Montgomery County reported lower cases of 163 new positive cases of COVID-19 as of Tuesday, April 27th, 2021, bringing the…
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April 22nd COVID-19 Update: Montgomery County Reports Nearly 200 New Cases; PA Reports 4,602 New Cases
Montgomery County reported 194 new positive cases of COVID-19 as of Wednesday, April 21th, 2021, bringing the total number of…
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Making Way for Air Force One, Local Airport Cools Its Heels on Standby as Revenue Soars Away
When Joe Biden assumed the Office of the Presidency, a small airport in nearby Chester County faced a new set…
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Montco Residents Want to Know: Where’s Our Vaccines?
Montgomery County is frustrated it is receiving fewer doses of vaccine by population than counties much smaller, writes Maria Panaritis…
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‘Living in Art,’ Couple Says of Their Historic Home
With housing inventory at an all-time low in the area, many buyers are considering the possibility of buying an older…
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Leadership Chester County Accepting Applications for Winter/Spring Cohort
The pandemic has diminished the resources of nonprofits while increasing demand on them to serve communities’ growing needs. Quality human…
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Strong Numbers in Philadelphia Suburbs Secured Joe Biden’s Victory in Pennsylvania
In the state where every vote mattered, the Philadelphia suburbs played a key role in delivering Pennsylvania to president-elect Joe…
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Montco and Other Philadelphia Suburbs Helped Biden Achieve Victory in PA
Philadelphia suburbs, including Montgomery County, played a key role in helping Biden archive an essential victory in Pennsylvania and with…
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Philadelphia Suburbs Seeing ‘Blue Shift’ Toward Biden as Mail-In Ballots Continue to Be Counted
Joe Biden’s lead in the Philadelphia suburbs continues to grow as mail-in ballots continue to be counted by election officials,…
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Fall Means Apple Cider Donuts, and No One Makes Them Better Than This Iconic Orchard
The season for apple cider donuts is upon us, and Philadelphia Magazine has compiled its list of where you can…
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Centric Bank Recognizes Participants, Winners of Video Contest for High School Students
Centric Bank has honored the participants and winners of its second annual video contest – titled “Lights, Camera, Save!” –…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Kurt Kunsch of Phoenixville Federal Bank & Trust
Kurt Kunsch, Senior Vice President and the Trust Managing Director at Phoenixville Federal Bank & Trust, spoke with MONTCO Today…
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