Tag: 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:

Lauren Wolstenholme in the pool after a raceSports

Coatesville Native Battling Tourette Syndrome Gains Confidence Through Swimming

Coatesville native Lauren Wolstenholme lives with Tourette syndrome. While the journey to self-acceptance and love wasn’t easy, she found herself through swimming and…

matcha drink with matcha crepe cake sliceFood and Drink

Check Out These Three Locations in Chester County for an Indulgent Matcha-Flavored Treat 

For all the matcha lovers, there are several Chester County bakeries that serve up matcha treats to satisfy your craving.  writes Kylee Steigelman for Main…

The Chester County Intermediate Unit’s E3 Re-Entry Program Coordinator Jill Stoltzfus with recent program graduates.Education

Chester County's Justice System Re-Entry Program Recognizes Class Graduates

Exit, Enter, Employ – or E3, the re-entry program that readies those with prior justice system involvement to enter the manufacturing workforce, recently recognized five…

corporate training roomsTechnology

How A/V Equipment Can Transform Learning and Development with Haverford Systems

In both corporate and educational environments, training rooms serve as a hub for learning and development. These spaces facilitate knowledge transfer, skill building, and collaboration…

Lisnageer Farm.Agriculture

After a Nearly Four-Decade Lapse, Cattle Mooove Back to Former King Ranch in Southern Chester County

After nearly four decades, cattle and cowboys have found their way back to the former King Ranch in southern Chester County, writes J.F. Pirro…

amish at mud salesOutdoors

With Start of Spring, Local Amish Community Prepares for 'Mud Sales'

With spring just around the corner, the local Amish community is once again starting up its tradition that dates back to the 1960s: mud sales…

Busy Philipps QVC promoEntertainment

Actress Busy Philipps to Host QVC's New Late-Night Talk Show 'Busy This Week'

West Chester-based QVC has tapped actress Busy Philipps to host its new late-night talk show, Busy This Week, writes Emma Dooling for the…

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New Study Predicts Major Population Growth in Chester County Through 2050

Figures from the Pennsylvania State Data Center in State College show that Chester County will outpace neighboring counties in population growth over the next 25…

YGBW President & CEO, Bertram L. Lawson II, recognizes Rob Huston and his predecessors, Dr. Charles Huston and the Huston family, for their vital philanthropic efforts in support of the founding of the Coatesville YMCA in 1894.Nonprofit

YMCA of Greater Brandywine Celebrates 130th Anniversary with Renaming of the Brandywine YMCA

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) recently celebrated 130 years since the opening of the Coatesville YMCA, the organization’s first location in Chester County…

photo of Aqua worker holding pipe, indicating construction/project.Utilities

Aqua Pennsylvania Installs More than 17,000 Feet of Water Mains in Chester County  

Aqua Pennsylvania is installing approximately 17,000 feet of water mains in West Brandywine and Caln townships and Downingtown Borough. The company is tying in…

person holding a phone (taking a picture) over their salad.Healthcare

Should You Give the Latest Social Media Diet Trends a Go?

From dating horror stories to videos of washing horses’ hooves to tutorials on the best way to make homemade slime, there’s almost nothing you…

Bertram L Lawson standing with state leadersLeadership

YMCA of Greater Brandywine President and CEO Appointed to Pennsylvania Early Learning Investment Commission

Bertram L. Lawson II, President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, has been appointed to serve on the Pennsylvania Early Learning Investment Commission…

coatesville hotelRestaurants & Lodging

12-Year-Old Coatesville Hotel Headed to Auction Block

Recap PA Holdings has decided to put the Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Coatesville/Exton up for auction, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal…

antiques and old dishes and cupsRetail

Check Out These Chester County Antique Stores for Your Perfect Vintage Finds 

Antique stores are wonderful places to hunt for one of a kind, vintage finds for your home, writes Kylee Steigelman for Main Line Today.

Melangell…

Daniel R. Hokanson and Lawrence LissAwards

Birchrunville Vietnam War Veteran Presented with Silver Star Medal for Unforgettable Bravery

Lawrence “Larry” Liss, of Birchrunville, was recently awarded the Silver Star from Four Star General, Daniel R. Hokanson, at Valley Forge Military Academy and College…

Kelly McDowellEnvironment

Chester County Recognizes Keep PA Beautiful's Volunteer of the Year

Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe presented a citation this week to Kelly McDowell, who was named Volunteer of the Year…

Westtown School aerial view.Education

West Chester Boarding School Among the Top in the U.S.

A Chester County school is ranked among the country’s best boarding schools, according to data from the website Stacker.

West Chester’s Westtown School…

Carla MarinoLegal

Known as a Pillar of Chester County Law, Carla Marino Joins Wisler Pearlstine's Malvern Office

Wisler Pearlstine, LLP welcomes Carla Marino, a respected Chester County attorney, to its Malvern office as a partner in the firm’s Family Law practice…