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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See How the Region Ranked Among the Nation’s Best Performing Cities in 2023
The three-county region of Montgomery, Chester, and Bucks counties made significant gains in economic performance in 2023, compared to the…
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West Chester Home to One of 100 Best Places to Dine in America
Yelp announced its tenth annual Top 100 Places to Eat list, and one Chester County eatery is among them, writes…
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The Arc of Chester County’s Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day Blows Away Goal
The Arc of Chester County’s Annual Bubble Walk & Fun Day raised over $127,000 in support of individuals with disabilities…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Mary Powell, Dean, College of Nursing and Health Professions, Immaculata University
Mary Powell, dean of the new College of Nursing and Health Professions at Immaculata University, spoke with MONTCO Today about…
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Nearby Chester County Town Named One of the Cutest Small Towns in Pennsylvania
A popular town in Chester County was ranked as one of eight of the cutest small towns in Pennsylvania. As…
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Chester County Teen Fights Off Shark at Jersey Shore
Maggie Drozdowski, a Chester County teenager, survived a shark attack during a surfing outing over the weekend in Stone Harbor,…
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As Pickleball Explodes in the U.S., Malvern Group Kindles Unlikely Friendships
The pickleball craze is sweeping the nation. This eclectic sport combines elmeents of tennis, ping pong and badminton and has…
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Marketing Mastery with IT Edge: Why Use a Digital Marketing Company?
Running a small business can be difficult, and local technology consultant, IT Edge, knows that. They’ve been serving the Chester…
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Nottingham Winery’s Grapes Produce Best-Selling Wines in Pennsylvania
A Nottingham vineyard’s best-selling wine has a not-so-secret ingredient. Carmine grapes, which are also grown in Mifflin and Northumberland Counties,…
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Lankenau Earns A-Rating in National Evaluation of Hospital Safety Statistics
The Leapfrog Group — a Washington, D.C., healthcare industry evaluator — has completed its Spring 2023 national evaluations. Its analysts…
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Nottingham Winery’s Grapes Produce Best-Selling Wines in Pennsylvania
A Nottingham vineyard’s best-selling wine has a not-so-secret ingredient. Carmine grapes, which are also grown in Mifflin and Northumberland Counties,…
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Tight Squeeze on Available Inventory Has Pushed Main Line Home Prices Up Almost 37 Percent
Owing to a tight squeeze on inventory, home prices on the Main Line have gone up by close to 37…
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Freedom Village Has 2 ‘Get Acquainted’ Events Coming Up
Freedom Village at Brandywine in Chester County invites you to an information session, “Understanding Life Care” on Tuesday, May 23,…
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Here Are the Five Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Chester County
Beautiful weather is upon us, and there is no better way to enjoy it than with a delicious al fresco…
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46 Percent More Employers Have Been Recruiting West Chester University Grads Over the Past Five Years
It’s cap and gown season and numerous college graduates at West Chester University have a lot to celebrate — new…
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More than 3,300 Students to Graduate at West Chester University Spring Commencement Ceremonies
West Chester University has organized 15 separate commencement ceremonies to accommodate more than 3,300* spring graduates and their guests. The…
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West Chester University Students Donate Furniture to Community Warehouse Project
For the first time, West Chester University has organized a furniture collection for students living off-campus that will benefit the…
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Five-Years’ Weather Data Remove Any Clouds of Doubt about a Wet Spring 2023
Stacker, the Albany, N.Y., data-driven news organization, recently analyzed U.S. precipitation statistics for the past five years. Its experts used…
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