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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Citadel Honors Three Chester County Teachers
The incredible impact on students made by the hard work and dedication of three Chester County area teachers was heralded last week through the bestowal…
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Chester County Commissioner Terence Farrell’s Dispatch From China
Commissioner Terence Farrell, who is in Yongchuan district in southwestern China on a two week, self-funded trade mission to cultivate business and cultural ties with…
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Chesco Chamber Emerging Leaders BBQ
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County Adds Election Function To App For Tuesday’s Primary
In anticipation of primary election day on Tuesday, May 20th, Chester County has added a 2014 Election function to its recently launched mobile app ChescoCONNECT.…
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West Goshen Fitness Center Thriving
A new sports and fitness gym in West Goshen has made business partners out of former competitors. Beau Westoff and Brian Chamberlain started their Ignite…
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Commissioner Terence Farrell’s 2nd Dispatch From China
Four days into my China journey. The good news; [my] missing suitcase finally arrived. All is good! Caveat: My impressions follow, some based on the…
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Chester County Commissioner Heading To China
Two-term County Commissioner Terence Farrell is heading to Yongchuan district in China this weekend for a two week, self-funded trade mission to cultivate business and cultural…
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County Economic Development Council Highlights DuckDuckGo
The Paoli-based internet search engine DuckDuckGo, said to be one of Google’s smallest and most fierce competitors, handled a billion searches in 2013 and is…
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Chester County Home Prices Higher, Increasing Faster Than Neighboring Counties
According to Philadelphia Business Journal, home prices in Chester County were higher than any other Delaware Valley county during 2013. The paper’s January 28th edition,…
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Ag Boosters Mark National Ag Day, National Grange Month
Local farmers and those who work in and support agriculture across Chester County are celebrating the industry with two events this spring – National Agriculture…
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County Business, Civic, Educational Leaders Collaborate on 10 year Economic Plan
Leaders from more than 40 local businesses, schools and non-profit organizations recently announced they plan to work together on a 10-year initiative called VISTA 2025…
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YMCA Seeks Corporate Partners And Donors
The YMCA of the Brandywine Valley has launched its annual fundraising campaign and is looking for local businesses to contribute and also join the Y…
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Book Review: “Lean In”
A year ago – March of 2013 – Sheryl Sandberg’s book, “Lean In…Women, Work, and The Will to Lead,” soared to the top of everyone’s…
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State Places Four Chester County Farms In Preservation
Four Chester County farms were recently placed into preservation through the Pennsylvania Agricultural Land Preservation Board – strengthening the county’s standing in the agriculture industry.…
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Jones’ Food Street Journal: Armani’s BYOB
By David Jones This was our second trip to Amani’s in Downingtown this year. The last time was with a party of 4 and this…
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National Retailer Closing Exton Mall Store
The Exton Square Mall J.C. Penney’s Store is scheduled to close Saturday, May 3, 2014. This closure will impact 59 J.C. Penny full-time and part-time…
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Financial Support Available For County Businesses Affected By Winter Storms
Chester County’s Department of Emergency Services is issuing a reminder to all small businesses in the region that have suffered economic loss due to the…
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Absorption Systems Earns Japanese Patent
Exton-based Absorption Systems announced it has been awarded a Japanese patent to protect its cell-based test systems which help pharmaceutical companies produce safer drugs. The…
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