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 Election Officials Turned to County Solicitor to ‘Develop a Playbook’ for Last Election
Bill Turner, Chester County’s deputy director for emergency management, is one of the many election officials in the region who have faced unprecedented challenges during…
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Check Out Where Chester County Ranks Among the Nation’s Healthiest Communities
Chester County has once again found its place in the upper half of the 500 healthiest communities in the nation, according to new rankings published…
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Update: Here Are the Chester County ZIP Codes Where COVID-19 Has Spread the Most in the Last Week
Cases of COVID-19 continue to increase rapidly across the state, with some areas affected more than others, write Sean Adams and Megan Lavey-Heaton for the…
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COVID-19 Vaccine Coming to Chester County; Here’s the Plan for Distribution
As coronavirus cases continue to surge, there is hope that we might be seeing the worst of it now as the first limited batches of…
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VISTA Today’s Gift Guide for Foodies
It’s the most wonderful time of year, you guys! It’s the END of 2020, we are wishing on a star for a great holiday season…
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Update – These Chester County ZIP Codes Had Biggest Increases in COVID-19 Cases in the Last Seven Days; Check Out the Numbers in Your Area
Cases of COVID-19 continue to quickly increase across the nation, with some areas in Chester County affected more than others, write Sean Adams and Megan…
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Pandemic Takes the Role of Grinch, Prompts Many in Chester County to Change Their Christmas Plans
Coronavirus has taken the role of Grinch this year, causing many people in Chester County to cancel their Christmas plans due to the surging number…
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National Geographic: See How Chester County’s COVID Cases, Deaths Compare to Other Counties
The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Chester County continues to climb, but the county still remains in the lower half compared to the rest…
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‘A Perfect Storm’ Sparks an Explosion of Residential Development in Chester County
Despite the pandemic, Chester County continues to experience a construction boom as interest in new developments surpasses all expectations, writes Frank Fitzpatrick for The Philadelphia…
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Washington Post: Chester County Best Illustrates How Biden Won Pennsylvania
Chester County best illustrates how president-elect Joe Biden won Pennsylvania in the latest election, while many down-ballot Democrats struggled, writes Paul Kane for The Washington…
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GWCC’s Ninth Annual Holiday Toy Drive Benefits Local Children
The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce and WSFS Bank are teaming up once again to host the Ninth Annual Holiday Toy Drive sponsored by…
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Report: Pennsylvania Shortchanged Public Schools by $4.6 Billion in Funding for 2018-19
Pennsylvania public schools came up short by about $4.6 billion in state funding in 2018-19, according to a report that’s part of a lawsuit, writes…
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The Best Places to Get a Fresh Turkey in Chester County for Thanksgiving Dinner
By Christine Tarlecki It’s time to place that order! Ordering a fresh turkey for Thanksgiving from a local farm or farm market store offers a…
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Chester County Archivist’s Massive Undertaking Provides Insight into the History of Your Property
Thanks to a Chester County archivist who pored over centuries-old property records, deeds, and mortgages found in the county’s files, residents can now see if…
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Three Spots in Chester County Among State’s Best Places to Enjoy Tail-End of Fall Foliage Season
With plenty of trees already shedding their colorful coats across the state, Chester County remains one of the best places in Pennsylvania to enjoy the…
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All-Star Lineup to Mentor Girls in STEM with Launch of GETT 2020 Video Series on Thursday
When the 20th annual Girls Exploring Tomorrow’s Technology (GETT) conference had to be cancelled last March due to COVID-19, more than 1,200 girls, parents, and…
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VISTA Millennial Superstar Nomination Deadline Extended to Nov. 27
For the last month, VISTA Today has been accepting nominations for its second class of VISTA Millennial Superstars. Based upon the flood of nominations we’ve…
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West Chester University and SCORE Celebrate Women Entrepreneurs: 2020 Conference
Entrepreneurs solve problems, often dedicating their entire careers to get it right. Women-owned small businesses and startups are particularly focused on solving problems that help…
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