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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Chester County Daily News: Business Briefs
Business Briefs are concise stories that quickly inform you of what’s happening in Chester County. This Morning: BB&T to Close Around 25 Branches after National…
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Chester County’s Malvern Featured In ‘Town-by-Town’ Series
Nestled in-between East Whiteland and Willistown in Chester County, Malvern is a charming small town dating back to the Victorian era which is now finding…
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Jones’ Food Street Journal – Coatesville’s The Little Chef
By David Jones It’s time to get ‘old school’ this week. If you are from just about anywhere in western Chester County it’s almost a…
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Jones’ Food Street Journal – The Whip
By David Jones By now most of all the local Chester County people know about The Whip. When they first got started they were kind…
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Chester County Daily News Business Briefs
VISTA Today Daily News Business Briefs are concise stories that bring you up to date with what’s going on around Chester County. This morning: Governor…
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The Chester County Economic Development Council Releases Student Impact Data
The Chester County Economic Development Council impacted 3,353 students in the past school year through various programs of the council’s Industry Partnerships, according to information…
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New Transportation Policy Guidebook Available for Chester County
The new Multi-Modal Circulation Handbook for Chester County has been published and made available as a pdf file for download. This handbook was prepared by…
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Jones’ Food Street Journal – Ethel Rose
By David Jones I’ve been waiting for a new restaurant in downtown Parkesburg for awhile and was hoping someone would step up and into the…
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Sikorsky Sale May be a Boost for Coatesville
Sikorsky was finally sold to Lockheed Martin Corp for $9 billion. Not long after the sale was finalized, representatives of the firm and Chester County…
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Delaware County Community College Receives $750,000 To Grow Relationship With CCIU
Delaware County Community College recently received a $750,000 grant from CCRES, which will support the College’s participation with the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) at…
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Kennett Square Firm Invites County Residents To Check Out New Social Media App
Ever pondered who else around you is thinking about the same things you are? Wonder no more; Kennett Square’s Pegasus Technologies is about to unveil…
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Chester County Leadership: Jeff Hunt, Brandywine Hospital’s New CEO
Jeff Hunt, Brandywine Hospital’s new CEO, moved to Chester County after finishing 9th grade at Devon Prep. A graduate of Owen J. Roberts High School…
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Jones Food Street Journal – Boxcar Brewpub
I always hesitate going to a new place, there are often issues that take a while to work out. However, I saw a big article…
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Rep. Costello: Closing The Achievement Gap Opened By No Child Left Behind
By Rep. Costello, This month, the House took action to pass legislation to reauthorize the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) through H. R. 5:…
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Chester County Daily News Business Briefs
VISTA Today Daily News Business Briefs are concise stories that bring you up to date with what’s going on around Chester County. This morning: A…
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Despite Detractors, Coatesville Leaders Looking Forward to Renewal and Resurgence
Residents of Coatesville have had much to celebrate on their city’s 100th anniversary, including the county’s first black resident elected to the state House of…
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Jones’ Food Street Journal – The Best Of Seattle
By David Jones I know many of our readers like to hear about places near home they can try for themselves and while that is…
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Chester County Daily News Business Briefs
VISTA Today Daily News Business Briefs are concise stories that bring you up to date with what’s going on around Chester County. This morning: Wolf…
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