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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Cheap!? Old?! Yes! Spring City Home Featured on New HGTV Show
A Spring City home owned by Paul and Veronica Semon will be featured on an episode of the new, highly…
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Conshohocken-based Real Estate Group Drops Millions to Purchase Pair of Chester County Buildings
Exeter Property Group has had a busy few weeks with real estate transactions in Chester County, writes Natalie Kostelni for…
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Phoenixville Bookshop Eager to Turn the Page as Pandemic Recedes
After managing to survive the pandemic that started not long after its opening, Reads & Company bookshop in Phoenixville is…
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Horsham Native Location Scout Finds Connections Go Deep When Scouting Local Places in “Mare of Easttown”
Part of the thrill of HBO’s “Mare of Easttown” was picking out local places you recognize, writes Maria Panaritis for…
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Lenape Burial Site in Chester County Seeks to Donate the Land, but It’s Complicated
Carol McCloskey wants to donate the Lenape burial ground on her property to ensure its preservation, writes Frank Kummer for…
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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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